Today we’re joined by Laurent Canneva, co-founder and CEO of Spare It. Trained as a pharmacist with a business background, he spent 17 years at Sanofi leading commercial operations across France, Belgium, and the U.S. Five years ago, he made the leap from human health to planetary health, founding Spare-it, a company using data and technology to help organizations cut waste, lower carbon emissions, and drive real sustainability impact. Connect with Laurent on LinkedIn. Concepts,...
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Today we’re joined by Laurent Canneva, co-founder and CEO of Spare It. Trained as a pharmacist with a business background, he spent 17 years at Sanofi leading commercial operations across France, Belgium, and the U.S. Five years ago, he made the leap from human health to planetary health, founding Spare-it, a company using data and technology to help organizations cut waste, lower carbon emissions, and drive real sustainability impact. Connect with Laurent on LinkedIn. Concepts,...
Today we’re joined by Laurent Canneva, co-founder and CEO of Spare It. Trained as a pharmacist with a business background, he spent 17 years at Sanofi leading commercial operations across France, Belgium, and the U.S. Five years ago, he made the leap from human health to planetary health, founding Spare-it, a company using data and technology to help organizations cut waste, lower carbon emissions, and drive real sustainability impact. Connect with Laurent on LinkedIn. Concepts,...
Today we’re joined by Peyton Ridland, Business Development Lead for FuelCell Energy across the western U.S. Peyton has dedicated his career to driving decarbonization through clean energy technologies like fuel cells, hydrogen production, and carbon capture. His work bridges technical innovation and commercial strategy—all with a focus on helping both people and the planet thrive. Connect with Peyton on LinkedIn. Books mentioned: The Hydrogen Revolution - Marco AlveràThe S...
Welcome back to the Green Color Pod! Today we’re joined by Mahesh Ramanujam, co-founder, president, and CEO of the Global Network for Zero, and former CEO of the U.S. Green Building Council—an internationally recognized leader driving health, equity, and decarbonization in the built environment and beyond. Connect with Mahesh on LinkedIn. Books mentioned: Start With Why by Simon Sinek Initiatives/Organizations mentioned: Global Network for Zero USGBCGBCIArcLEEDGRESB ...
Forester, author, and social media educator Ethan Tapper joins the podcast to share his unconventional journey into forestry, from wilderness expeditions done for love to becoming a leading voice on ecosystem stewardship. He reflects on the dualities of forestry—how cutting trees or using tools like chainsaws can be acts of regeneration and love—while stressing the importance of communication, responsibility, and hope in caring for forests. Listeners will walk away with a deeper understanding...
Norwegian economist Ingrid Eileen Stevens joins us to share her journey from oil & gas to sustainable waste and water management, exploring biogas, circular economy innovations, and how Norway balances oil wealth with climate leadership. Connect with Ingrid on LinkedIn and learn more about IVAR. Resources: In Good Company - podcastMinistry for the Future by Kim Stanley Robinson - bookVenomous Lumpsucker by Ned Beauman - bookRead up about how folks set a max price on electr...
Featuring Scott Tew, founder of Trane Technologies’ Center for Energy Efficiency and Sustainability, we talk about growing up on a small farm, translating science into action, embedding sustainability into business strategy, and leading the company’s bold Gigaton Challenge. Connect with Scott on LinkedIn. Learn more about Trane Technologies. Resources: Books:Make Work Matter: How to Create Positive Change in Your Company and Meaning in Your Career by Nancy McGawNet Positive by P...
Featuring Stacy Savage, the "Texas Trash Talker," we talk about the journey from slinging margaritas to lobbying for landmark e-waste legislation, starting her own business, and diving deep into circularity. Connect with Stacy on LinkedIn. Stacy's website: Zero Waste Strategies Resources: Books:Cradle to Cradle by William McDonough & Michael BraungartCertifications: TRUE Zero Waste LEED WELL SITESOrganizations:Zero Waste International Alliance Ellen MacArt...
A conversation with Debi Rednik, Senior Director of Legal and Compliance at Solstice! Connect with Debi on LinkedIn. Terms mentioned: Community solarPPA Individuals mentioned and resources: Career coach Beth OffenbackerTerraCycle snack & candy wrapper boxSend us a text
Featuring Bob Keefe, the Executive Director of E2! We talk the economic impact of IRA, depoliticizing climate action, and advice to future sustainability leaders! Connect with Bob on LinkedIn. Resources: BooksClean Economy Now: Stories from the Frontlines of an American Business Revolution by Bob KeefeClimatenomics: Washington, Wall Street, and the Economic Battle to Save our Planet by Bob KeefeFreeing Energy: How Innovators Are Using Local-scale Solar and Batteries to Disrupt the Glo...
Sarah Fisher from ICF joins us to talk EV charging, fleet electrification, and making clean transportation more accessible. From career advice to range anxiety myths, this episode is packed with real talk and practical insights. Resources: Alternative Fuels Data Center (AFDC)EV News Daily - podcastVolts - podcast and newsletterGreen Tech MediaEV owners group/local meetups City and state government programs around EVsFacts checked: DC's Circulator bus is indeed electric!&nbs...
Featuring Justin Den Herder, who is not only a structural engineer from TY Lin, but also a professor of Structural Poetics at Cooper Union, and a poet! Connect with Justin on LinkedIn. Terms mentioned: Adaptive reuse - "In architecture, adaptive reuse (also called building reuse) refers to the repurposing of an existing structure for new use." Mass timber - "Mass timber is a new category of wood product that can revolutionize how America builds. It is comprised of multiple ...
There's so much buzz around Episode 9 of Green Collar! We have a fun conversation with Natalie here about the importance of pollinators, recognition days like Bee Day and No Mow May, and even get some insight on how Natalie BEE-came an expert in her field! (Hint: it might be from watching a classic movie about bees). Connect with Natalie on LinkedIn. Resources: The Bee Movie - available on Apple TV, YouTube TV, Google Play, and Amazon VideoNational Bee DayNo Mow May
Featuring Dr. Kiran Mohanraj, a serendipitous sustainability pal made by chance on a flight. He is a pavement engineer who breaks down myths about zero-emission vehicles, pavement-vehicle interaction, and what true sustainability really means—plus drops some solid dad jokes along the way. Connect with Kiran on LinkedIn. Terms mentioned: Heat Island EffectResources: Energy and Civilization: A History by Vaclav SmilAPLCA and the LCA Certified Professional
Featuring Veni Mittal, a dear friend and proud volunteer for Etna Community Organization. We'll talk about how to revitalize vacant parking lots, how to create community centers from scratch, and how to empower yourself and others to make grassroots change. Terms mentioned: Energy burden Resources mentioned: Environmental Welfare Society Rebuilding Together PittsburghBPI Certification ProgramEtna Community Organization Evolve EA's website with EcoDistrictsEcoDi...
Featuring Fulya Kocak, one of the first ever LEED accredited professionals a sustainability educator, author, and entrepreneur. Join us as we chat about ESG, mentorship, navigating periods where "green jobs" aren't plentiful, and anticipating industry trends. Terms mentioned: Green premiumsResources mentioned: Fulya's LinkedIn Learning Courses - Note: not all courses on the LinkedIn learning platform are available for free. If you are a student, check with your university, many offer a...
Featuring Gretchen Carey from Republic Services Join us as we chat about all things community engagement, education, and recycling! Terms mentioned: Right sizing your waste collection/containersResources mentioned: Mass Recycle - podcastMass Recycle - handbookTRUE Waste Advisor - certification via USGBC
Featuring Christina Cuellar Nelson from CxAlloy. Join us as we chat about all things commissioning, conferences, and smart buildings! Terms mentioned: Base loadIslandingResources mentioned: Kiss the Ground - movieStart with Why by Simon Sinek - book Last Energy's Small Modular Reactors Data Center Dynamics - newsletterUptime Institute - newsletter
Featuring Sophie Martin from Page. Join us as we chat about all things building science, from the LEED rating system to how to design a sustainable building from its inception. Resources mentioned: The Building Science Podcast - podcast Cowspiracy - documentary Seaspiracy - documentary (on Netflix, need subscription)Dark Waters - filmAll We Can Save edited by Ayana Elizabeth Johnson and Katharine K. Wilkinson - book of essays and poetry
Featuring Alejandra Menchaca from AIRLIT studio. Join us as we chat about mentorship, entrepreneurship, and how to be "sneakily" sustainable in the workplace. Resources mentioned: 1. Healthy Buildings by Joe Allen and John D Macomber - book
Featuring Betsy Brunner from Idaho National Labs. Join us as we chat about environmental activism, the power of volunteering, and how to juggle making systematic change at a large lab while also being an adjunct professor. Resources mentioned: 1. Braiding Sweetgrass by Robin Wall Kimmerer - book 2. The Serviceberry by Robin Wall Kimmerer - book 3. Kiss the Ground - movie
Today we’re joined by Laurent Canneva, co-founder and CEO of Spare It. Trained as a pharmacist with a business background, he spent 17 years at Sanofi leading commercial operations across France, Belgium, and the U.S. Five years ago, he made the leap from human health to planetary health, founding Spare-it, a company using data and technology to help organizations cut waste, lower carbon emissions, and drive real sustainability impact. Connect with Laurent on LinkedIn. Concepts,...
