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The Green Collar Pod

Aparna & Kiersten
Sustainability
Energy Efficiency
Recycling
Building Automation Systems
Green Collar Economy
Small Modular Reactors
Data Centers
Carbon Emissions
Waste Management
Mechanical Engineering
Environmental Science
Fuel Efficiency
Life Cycle Assessment
Pavement Engineering
Urban Heat Island Effect
Data Science
Job Seekers
Electric Vehicles
Climate Change
Circular Economy

Introducing Green Collar - a podcast dedicated to the economy of tomorrow, exploring jobs that have a positive impact on the environment and people’s well being. Come join Kiersten and Aparna as they interview experts to explore different roles that make up the green collar economy, while highlighting ways to make every job a Green Collar job.

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Brady Mills
Licensed professional engineer and sustainability leader; Director at Partner Energy
Partner Energy
Episode: 34 - Brady Mills
Eric Corey Freed
Award-winning architect, author, and sustainability leader
CannonDesign (Director of Sustainability); Organic Architect (founder)
Episode: 33 - Eric Corey Freed
Sandra Capponi
Founder and co-founder of Good On You
Good On You
Episode: 32 - Sandra Capponi
Maria Juenger
Professor in the Civil, Architectural, and Environmental Engineering Department, UT Austin; Ernst Cockrell Jr. Centennial Chair in Engineering
University of Texas at Austin
Episode: 30 - Maria Juenger
Michael Orbank
Sustainability Manager for the Northeast at the STO Building Group (StructurTone and Pevrony Northeast brands)
SCO Building Group / StructurTone / Pevrony
Episode: 29 - Michael Orbank
Olivia Amyette
Founder and CEO of Infinite Energy Advisors and the Solar Knowledge Institute
Infinite Energy Advisors; Solar Knowledge Institute
Episode: 28 - Olivia Amyette
Christy Cannon
Energy industry veteran with 25 years of experience in electric market deregulation, municipal and corporate energy management, and energy technology
Yardi (Energy Automation Engineering Team)
Episode: 27 - Christy Cannon
Lindsey Machamer
Division manager for park development, City of Austin Parks and Recreation Department
City of Austin Parks and Recreation Department
Episode: 26 - Lindsey Machamer
Annise Maguire
Environmental attorney, ESG strategist, founder of Gliss
Gliss
Episode: 25 - Annise Maguire

Hosts

Kiersten
Co-host with a passion for sustainability and green careers, actively engages with guests to unravel their journeys in the green collar economy.
Aparna
Co-host who specializes in dialogue with sustainability professionals, drawing insights on how to integrate green practices in various sectors.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 41 ratings
  • WOW So fun and inspirational

    Just listened to the Betsy’s podcast. A lot of energy podcasts are a but of a snore even being interested in the industry. But this definitely wasnt. I loved the inquisitive and creative questions. It touched on topical conversations and personal interests and quirky interests. I’ll definitelybe a regular listener 🤗🌻

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    hanbanooo
    United Statesa year ago
  • Green Light for Green Collar

    Fantastic insight into how so many different academic and career paths can lead to Sustainability focused job. Wish I had this when I was starting out!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    deebeeseedee
    United Statesa year ago
  • Leaf It to This Pod to Be AWESOME

    This podcast is an absolute gem for anyone interested in sustainability and the future of our planet. The conversations are thoughtful and engaging, featuring a wide range of guests who share real-world experience and fresh perspectives. So motivational and educational- even for a novice like me!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    MBethFP
    United Statesa year ago

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Listeners appreciate the engaging and informative discussions around sustainability, often describing the content as motivational and educational.
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13 - Debi Rednik
Q: What would your pitch be for someone skeptical about Community Solar?
Debi's answer highlights how Community Solar enables apartment dwellers, homeowners with shade issues, and renters to participate in solar by subscribing to a shared solar farm and receiving bill credits, while also emphasizing the affordability and broader climate benefits as practical, value-driven reasons to engage.
14 - Stacy Savage
Q: What certifications should aspiring practitioners pursue?
Key certifications include True for waste reduction, LEED for broader building and sustainability work, WELL and CITES for related domains, and Zero Waste USA programs, along with local nonprofit guidance.
14 - Stacy Savage
Q: What does a typical day look like running Zero Waste Strategies with her husband?
She explains a mix of client work, marketing, operations, and on-site services, emphasizing flexibility, ongoing learning, and the balance between business needs and personal life.
14 - Stacy Savage
Q: What led you to strike out on your own rather than staying with the activist routes?
A sudden, career-defining moment at a stoplight inspired her to start a business, leveraging her growing knowledge of waste systems and her network to offer practical, inside-the-industry solutions.
14 - Stacy Savage
Q: Can you tell us a little bit more about how you moved from the service industry into co-founding the Austin Zero Waste Alliance?
Stacy describes a pivotal moment during a late-2000s shift when activism and door-to-door campaigns revealed the power of grassroots organizing, which she then translated into impact through policy-focused work and eventual entrepreneurship.

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Focusing on the green collar economy, this show highlights various careers that offer positive contributions to the environment and society. Engaging discussions with experts from diverse fields uncover not only career paths in sustainability but also practical advice on how to integrate environmentally friendly practices into any profession. Each episode showcases personal journeys, professional insights, and actionable steps individuals can take to promote sustainability in their roles, making it a compelling listen for those passionate about creating a better future.

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Recent guests on The Green Collar Pod include:

1. Brady Mills
2. Eric Corey Freed
3. Sandra Capponi
4. Maria Juenger
5. Michael Orbank
6. Olivia Amyette
7. Christy Cannon
8. Lindsey Machamer

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