Now, That's What I Call Green.

This guest was someone I was equal parts terrified and excited to speak with. Steve Backshall is one of my literal heroes, and I still can’t believe he said yes to being on the podcast. You may know him as the presenter of The Deadly 60, Lost Land of the Tiger, or Lost Land of the Jaguar. He’s an explorer, naturalist, scientist, presenter, writer, and so much more. In this episode, he shares: • How his childhood prepared him to be confident in adventuring • The dumbest thing he did in his early days of adventuring • His favourite place he’s visited • His scariest experience • How he prepares for his remote explorations • The clear signs of climate change he’s seen over the years • His opinion on palm oil and why he believes we need some palm oil • A pressing conservation issue we’re not talking about enough • His suggestions for how we can help the environment • The importance of picking your battles in environmentalism • Why he thinks it’s hard to get people on board with climate change Key Quotes “We are having so many problems with the simple storytelling aspect of climate change.� “With young people, if you can get them excited about an idea, they get empowered, they get enthusiastic, and they are unstoppable.� More about Steve Backshall Check out his website [https://www.stevebackshall.com/], his live shows [https://www.stevebackshall.com/liveshows] and his instagram [https://www.instagram.com/backshall.steve]. You can get involved with the podcast online: Find our full podcast via the website: https://www.nowthatswhaticall.com/ [https://www.nowthatswhaticall.com/] Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nowthatswhaticallgreen/ [https://www.instagram.com/nowthatswhaticallgreen/] Follow me on social media: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/briannemwest/ [https://www.instagram.com/briannemwest/] TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@briannemwest [https://www.tiktok.com/@briannemwest] LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/briannemwest/ [https://www.linkedin.com/in/briannemwest/] For our latest big project, find out more about Incrediballs here: https://incrediballs.com/ [https://incrediballs.com/]

Today’s "This or That" episode tackles some everyday decisions that might seem small, but add them up and they make a big impact on the environment. We’ll be discussing tea vs. coffee, and which is worse for the environment, what the best and worst options are for the milk you use with your drink, and finally, what exactly are bioplastics? And, whether we should even be using them... In this episode, I share: * The comparison of tea vs. coffee * How much water it takes to make tea and coffee, respectively * What the most sustainable version of milk is * The worst milk option for the environment * The various environmental issues caused by dairy farming * The truth behind a big myth about soy farming in the Amazon * The difference between bio-based plastics and biodegradable plastics Key Quotes “I am English, so tea is in my blood, which is good because it turns out tea is infinitely better for the environment than coffee is.� “It takes about 140 litres of water to produce one cup of coffee.� “There's a lot of buzz around bioplastics, but it's just another form of greenwashing.� You can get involved with the podcast online Find our full podcast via the website here: https://www.nowthatswhaticall.com/ [https://www.nowthatswhaticall.com/] Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nowthatswhaticallgreen/ [https://www.instagram.com/nowthatswhaticallgreen/] You can follow me on socials on the below accounts. Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/briannemwest/ [https://www.instagram.com/briannemwest/] Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@briannemwest [https://www.tiktok.com/@briannemwest] Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/briannemwest/ [https://www.linkedin.com/in/briannemwest/] For our latest big project, find out more about Incrediballs here: https://incrediballs.com/ [https://incrediballs.com/]

This week, we are joined by someone truly multi-talented. Miriama Kamo is an award-winning broadcaster, TV presenter, face of Sunday, author, and a hardcore environmentalist. I was a little intimidated having another legitimate, professional journalist on the show, but Miriama is just so incredibly kind, warm, and generous. I think you’ll be fascinated by how her upbringing has shaped her environmental mindset and just how committed she is to sustainability. In this episode, she shares: Key Quotes: “Just make whatever difference you can, every single little thing does matter.� “Everything I’ve done in my sustainability journey has given me pleasure, or even great joy.� More about Miriama Her Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/miriamakamo/ [https://www.instagram.com/miriamakamo/] You can get involved with the podcast online Find our full podcast via the website here: https://www.nowthatswhaticall.com/green [https://www.nowthatswhaticall.com/green] Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nowthatswhaticallgreen/ [https://www.instagram.com/nowthatswhaticallgreen/] You can follow me on socials on the below accounts. Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/briannemwest/ [https://www.instagram.com/briannemwest/] Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@briannemwest [https://www.tiktok.com/@briannemwest] Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/briannemwest/ [https://www.linkedin.com/in/briannemwest/] For our latest big project, find out more about Incrediballs here: https://incrediballs.com/ [https://incrediballs.com/]

By now, you probably know that I firmly believe we need to use business to change the world. So, I was very excited to chat with a leader in the environmental movement who also feels the same way, Tim Silverwood. Tim is a trailblazer in the fight against plastic pollution, known for co-founding the powerful eco-movement Take 3 For The Sea. But that’s not all — he’s also the founder of the Ocean Impact Organisation, a group dedicated to working with innovative startups creating transformative solutions for ocean health. In this episode he shares: * How Take 3 For The Sea started * His proudest moments with Take 3 For The Sea * Advice to those wanting to start nonprofits * What Ocean Impact Organisation does and why it’s so important * Why he believes in supporting startups and innovation to drive sustainable change * Some examples of innovative solutions for ocean health * Why he loves the change from campaigner to startup supporter * The ultimate aim of Ocean Impact Organisation * His personal heroes and inspirations Key Quotes * “I do think strongly that business needs to be the source of solutions for a more prosperous and balanced future.� * “Sustainability just can’t keep being seen as a cost or a compromise.� * “We live on planet ocean not planet earth.� More about Tim Follow Tim on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/timsilverwood/?hl=en [https://www.instagram.com/timsilverwood/?hl=en] The Ocean Impact Organisation website is here: https://www.ocean-impact.org/ [https://www.ocean-impact.org/] You can get involved with the podcast online Find our full podcast via the website here: https://www.nowthatswhaticall.com/green [https://www.nowthatswhaticall.com/green] Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nowthatswhaticallgreen/ [https://www.instagram.com/nowthatswhaticallgreen/] You can follow me on socials Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/briannemwest/ [https://www.instagram.com/briannemwest/] Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@briannemwest [https://www.tiktok.com/@briannemwest] Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/briannemwest/ [https://www.linkedin.com/in/briannemwest/] For our latest big project, find out more about Incrediballs here: https://incrediballs.com/ [https://incrediballs.com/]

Welcome to another "This or That" episode! This short, snappy installment investigates the sustainability of three topics you've asked me about, helping you make informed decisions. In this episode, we’ll be covering three unusual options: * E-readers vs. physical books: Kindles versus your everyday old book. * Hand dryers vs. paper towels: I personally find hand dryers annoying. * The best type of laundry detergent: There are many options, but I've been seeing a lot of advertising for those strip things, and I have strong opinions about them. In this episode, I share: * The pros and cons of e-readers like Kindle versus traditional books from an environmental perspective. * Why a physical book has a higher carbon footprint initially but can last decades. * The surprising third option for reading that is actually better. * Why hand dryers have a lower environmental impact. * Why laundry strips are not as eco-friendly as their marketing suggests. * How tablets are convenient but may contribute to microplastic pollution. * What the worst detergent solution is for the environment. Key Quotes: * "If you're a heavy reader, an e-reader is the best option. But just keep that thing for as long as you possibly can." * "Paper towels may slightly reduce bacteria on hands compared to air dryers, but the difference is pretty minimal for practical purposes." * "These strips don’t dissolve as they claim to... it’s a pretty big red flag." More Information: I mentioned a few LCAs and information references that you can find here: 1. Comparative study on printed books and e-book reading devices [https://css.umich.edu/publications/research-publications/printed-scholarly-books-and-e-book-reading-devices-comparative-0#:~=%2DE%2Dreaders%20are%20more%20compact,for%20the%20conventional%20book%20system.] 2. Eco-friendly reading options [https://www.hhc.earth/knowledge-base/eco-friendly-reading] 3. Life cycle assessment of e-books and printed books in South Africa [https://www.researchgate.net/publication/305667256_A_life_cycle_assessment_of_e-books_and_printed_books_in_South_Africa] 4. NPR article on books vs. e-readers [https://www.npr.org/2024/05/25/1252930557/book-e-reader-kindle-climate] 5. Life cycle assessment of hand dryers vs. paper towels [https://handdryerassociation.org/life-cycle-assessment-of-hand-dryers-vs-paper-towels/#:~Environmental%20Impact%3A%20The%20LCA%20quantified,the%20lifecycle%20of%20paper%20towels.] 6. ScienceDirect study on hand drying methods [https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/abs/pii/S0048969715001424] 7. MIT study on hand drying methods [https://dspace.mit.edu/handle/1721.1/103115] 8. ResearchGate study on hand drying at the University of Melbourne [https://www.researchgate.net/publication/277072729_Life_cycle_assessment_of_paper_towel_and_electric_dryer_as_hand_drying_method_in_the_University_of_Melbourne] 9. Springer study on the environmental impact of hand drying methods [https://link.springer.com/article/10.1007/s11356-022-24439-x] 10. Life cycle assessment of laundry detergents [https://www.researchgate.net/publication/225478553_LCA_Case_Studies_Laundry_Detergents_LCA_Case_Studies_A_Database_for_the_Life-Cycle_Assessment_of_Procter_Gamble] 11. Study on sustainable laundry detergents [https://www.mdpi.com/2071-1050/12/11/4669] 12. Eco-friendly laundry detergent solutions [https://www.mdpi.com/1660-4601/18/11/6027] 13. Consumer report on best eco-friendly laundry detergents [https://www.consumer.org.nz/articles/best-eco-laundry-detergents-according-to-expert-testing] You can get involved with the podcast online: * Find our full podcast via the website here [https://www.nowthatswhaticall.com/green ] * Podcast Instagram here [https://www.instagram.com/nowthatswhaticallgreen/ ] * Instagram: Brianne West [https://www.instagram.com/briannemwest/] * TikTok: Brianne West [https://www.tiktok.com/@briannemwest] * LinkedIn: Brianne West [https://www.linkedin.com/in/briannemwest/] * For our latest big project, find out more about Incrediballs here: Incrediballs [https://incrediballs.com/]