Episodes

Shailah Maynard is the co-founder and CEO of Sew Valley, a Cincinnati-based nonprofit redefining the fashion industry with a focus on ethical manufacturing, local production, and circular design. Shailah shares her journey in...

Welcome to our mini-series covering the Midwest Regional Sustainability Summit. MRSS is the largest sustainability conference in the Midwest, bringing together hundreds of visionary leaders to share ideas and solutions for a healthier, more resilient, and equitable future. The annual summit feature…

Tania Vanzolini, coordinator of NanoPiçule and lecturer at the University of Urbino, shares how this unique educational program makes complex sustainability concepts accessible and engaging for children. The program's name it...

Duccio Travaglini, Co-founder of Greencome Media, shares his innovative approach to environmental communication and his mission to transform how we discuss climate change. Rather than contributing to climate anxiety through c...

Lorenzo Cercelletta is the director of Regenerative Design for ReGeneration Hub Friuli and founder of the Quiet design studio. He explores the profound impact of design on sustainability. He challenges the individualistic te...

Annamaria Tartaglia, CEO of TheBrandSitter and founder of Angels4Women, brings a wealth of experience in fashion, investment, and sustainability. Annamaria shares her lifelong commitment to sustainability, emphasizing the imp...

Francesca Cercelletta, creative director for ReGeneration Hub Friuli and graphic designer for Zegna, brings a unique blend of artistic vision and sustainability passion to NanoValbruna. As the organizer of "Frame The Change,"...

Nihat Akin Ercan, co-founder of PiKARE SKYSOURCE and recent winner of the NanoValbruna innovation contest, is turning humidity into a valuable resource. His innovative system generates water from the air, offering a sustainab...

Paolo Licata is a tech and impact entrepreneur and an example of the impact of NanoValbruna. A former winner of the forum's innovation contest, he returned this year as a speaker, judge, and mentor, inspiring the next generat...

Stefano Cercelletta is the coordinator of the BAITE Award, an innovation contest held at NanoValbruna, a sustainability forum in the Italian Alps. He shares his passion for bringing tangible solutions to the forefront of the ...

Sara Molinari, Coordinator of External Relations for ReGeneration Hub Friuli, the organization behind NanoValbruna, shares her perspective on the forum's impact and evolution. With a background in international law and human ...

Francesca Milocco, Vice Chair of ReGeneration Hub Friuli and Global Sustainability Program Manager for Forbo Flooring Systems, shares her insights into the magic of NanoValbruna, an international event bringing together scien...

About This Mini Series This is our mini series about NanoValbruna. We are highlighting an international forum that brings scientists, entrepreneurs, professors, professionals, journalists, science communicators, and especiall...

Hemanth Setty, founder of Zero Circle, takes us behind the scenes of his innovative B2B green finance marketplace. He discusses the challenges small and medium-sized businesses (SMBs) face in accessing green capital and how Z...

Hemanth Setty, founder of Zero Circle, a green finance marketplace, shares his unique journey from product management and supply chain analysis to becoming a champion for sustainable business practices. He discusses how his e...

Mary Leciejewski, Associate Director of Environmental Sustainability at Ohio State University, shares how she and her team are tackling the enormous task of creating a zero-waste system for a campus. She details the universit...

Mary Leciejewski, Associate Director of Environmental Sustainability at Ohio State University, shares her journey into the world of zero waste. From a childhood steeped in community service to studying public and community se...

Graham Oberly, co-owner of Oaks and Sprouts farm, delves into the world of regenerative agriculture, sharing his passion for creating a farming system that is both sustainable and replicable. He discusses the importance of co...

What does it mean to "love your neighbor" through regenerative farming? Graham Oberly, co-owner of Oaks and Sprouts farm, shares his inspiring journey from environmental activism to sustainable agriculture. Growing up in Ches...

Dominique and Adam take a look back at a year of insightful conversations with Green Champions: celebrating reaching over 40 episodes, highlighting key takeaways from their guests, starting with the power of volunteering as a...

Nora Gerber, Executive Director of the University District Organization, dives into the details of the innovative Can Fairy Curbside Recycling Program. She explains how the program addresses the long-standing tradition of "ca...

Nora Gerber, Executive Director of the University District Organization, shares her journey from growing up in Columbus to leading hyper-local initiatives that are making a real difference. Nora's deep connection to Columbus ...

Tyler Bonner, founder and CEO of Zero Waste Event Productions, takes us behind the scenes of his innovative social enterprise, which is transforming the way we think about waste at outdoor events. He describes the company's u...

How did a degree in ecotourism adventure travel lead Tyler to a career in zero-waste event production? Tyler Bonner, founder and CEO of Zero Waste Event Productions, shares his unconventional path to a career in sustainabilit...