In Episode 2, I wanted to discuss the slogan I choose for Verdant Growth: Live ECO. What does ECO mean? What does it mean to ‘live eco’? And most importantly…Why the heck do you pronounce it “eh-ko” instead of “ee-ko”?? Also, two of my very good friends and former roommates joined me in chat to ask a couple questions that […]
Joshua Spodek, PhD, MBA, Host of This Sustainable Life podcast and award winning author joins me for a talk about leadership in environment. He is inspiring, passionate, and the leader for the environment that we need! Learn more about Josh: http://joshuaspodek.com/ Joshua Spodek’s Podcast, This Sustainable Life: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast…
In Episode 1 of the Verdant Growth Daily, I just wanted to talk about what this podcast is, what I want it to be, and why I decided to start it. It’s the start of a new journey that I’m really excited for. Thanks so much for tuning in! Be sure to subscribe to me on YouTube if you want […]
As part of my ‘start of 2021 re-thinking Verdant Growth’ efforts, I spent a lot of time thinking what I can do to be a more effective leader to those wanting to live better. One thing that came to me is that if I want to lead people more effectively, they need to feel comfortable with me. There needs to […]
Things got a little deep and emotional in today’s episode. 2020 was a rough year. Today let’s talk about some of the good environmental news we had in 2020 as well as how I feel 2020 went for Verdant Growth. Last, I’ll tell you what I’m thinking for the future of Verdant Growth. I’m excited for 2021 and looking hopefully […]
When last I posted, I had practiced presenting my projects to friends and family members. I actually ended up pursuing the project on EV chargers in apartments. I wasn’t sure if this was the one I really loved, but as is mentioned in Josh’s book, there really is no wrong choice in projects: if you end up choosing a project […]
When I was making the video about bamboo, I just decided to stomp around the bamboo forests for a while and took some random video to use in the main video. In case anyone wanted to see me, my family, and my dog exploring the bamboo, I thought I’d upload it. Enjoy!
I love bamboo! It’s so awesome! It grows quick, sequesters carbon, can grow almost anywhere, and is an awesome resource that can be used to replace plastics, aluminum, steel, and so much more! Green New Deal Blog Post: (Video coming someday)
“Injustice anywhere is a threat to justice everywhere. We are caught in an inescapable network of mutuality, tied in a single garment of destiny. Whatever affects one directly, affects all indirectly.”—Martin Luther King, Jr. “Letter from Birmingham Jail,” April 16, 1963 Activism is generally a good thing. People fighting for civil rights, justice, and the general good of human-kind. It […]
We all have to change our lifestyles to save ourselves from the worst effects of climate change. Here are 12 things you can do to reduce your CO2 emissions! Vox Charities to Donate To: https://www.vox.com/future-perfect/20… LED Lights (Affiliate): https://amzn.to/3m18lla Smart Thermostat (Affiliate): https://amzn.to/3oEertn