On the ‘Coffee with Changemakers’ podcast, we explore the stories of changemakers taking on some of today’s biggest social and environmental challenges.
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On the ‘Coffee with Changemakers’ podcast, we explore the stories of changemakers taking on some of today’s biggest social and environmental challenges.
Every episode, we host an intimate conversation on social impact and leadership, where we listen, learn, and connect with inspiring guests from all over the world.
Join us as we meet remarkable social entrepreneurs and innovators driving positive change on the front lines, one cup of coffee at a time!
From Trash to Treasure: Pioneering Waste Solutions in South Africa
Coffee with Changemakers
59 minutes 33 seconds
10 months ago
From Trash to Treasure: Pioneering Waste Solutions in South Africa
Thomas Chevallier, Co-founder and Director of Plant the Seed, launched a community-run organic farm as a student. Years later, this evolved into an impact-driven business providing end-to-end waste management solutions to South African schools and businesses.
Plant the Seed has diverted 100,000+kgs of waste from landfills through its innovative ‘Zero Waste Toolkit’, as well as empowering 17,000+ people, including 1,000+ educators, with training in recycling and waste management.
We follow Thomas’ journey from starting a student movement to leading a revolutionary waste management business. He explores the challenges and successes of turning a passion into a business, finding ‘bleeding neck problems’, and how his team uses creative videos and nudges to drive behaviour change in schools.
Join us for an uplifting conversation about entrepreneurship, waste management, perseverance, education, and Thomas’ ongoing mission for a cleaner, greener future.Highlights
06:09 Launching the Student Organic Farm11:01 Challenges in Establishing a Sustainable Business16:05 Identifying the 'Bleeding Neck Problem'24:02 The Zero Waste Toolkit: A Comprehensive Solution30:33 Systems Thinking in Action37:11 Bridging Gaps: Education and Infrastructure44:34 The Entrepreneurial Journey: Challenges and Motivations50:20 Key Learnings, Reflections & Future Aspirations
Follow Thomas & Plant The Seed here: https://planttheseed.co.za/
Coffee with Changemakers
On the ‘Coffee with Changemakers’ podcast, we explore the stories of changemakers taking on some of today’s biggest social and environmental challenges.
Every episode, we host an intimate conversation on social impact and leadership, where we listen, learn, and connect with inspiring guests from all over the world.
Join us as we meet remarkable social entrepreneurs and innovators driving positive change on the front lines, one cup of coffee at a time!
