GreenBusinessImpact

Highlighting amazing green companies from around the world through a series of in-depth interviews that are actively fighting against the climate crisis. There is just an incredible amount of climate negativity that is being spread about how we aren’t doing enough, and this podcast is living PROOF spoken through the voices of ecopreneurs telling their story of how their business will help us reach our climate goals. Tune in for weekly episodes, released every Thursday.
Episodes
Episodes



Monday Aug 14, 2023
Monday Aug 14, 2023
Are you interested in learning about sustainable, fire-resistant home building?
Register now at 👉🏻 http://www.goldenstateicfsummit.com/ 👈🏻
Look no further than the Golden State ICF Summit in San Jose, California on August 24th! David Horobin and a team of experts will be discussing innovative solutions for building homes that are not only more sustainable but also fire-resistant.
In this exciting interview, David talks about the importance of building homes with sustainable materials like concrete, which lasts longer and is more energy-efficient. He also emphasizes the need for collaboration between the construction industry and insurance companies to make sustainable home building more economically feasible for everyone.
David shares insights into the process of creating more sustainable concrete and how the industry is evolving to become more environmentally-friendly. He also discusses the idea of the new green deal and how it can help promote sustainable and fire-resistant home building.
The Golden State ICF Summit promises to be a transformative event, bringing together experts in the industry to share their knowledge and ideas. Speakers will include representatives from the National ReadyMix Concrete Association and members of the insurance industry who will be discussing the challenges and solutions for building fire-resistant homes.
But that's not all! The summit also offers an open house where attendees can connect and network with other like-minded individuals in the industry. And for those who can't make it to the summit in person, there will be webinars in the future to continue the conversation on sustainable home building.
Don't miss out on this incredible opportunity to learn about sustainable and fire-resistant home building. Register now at http://www.goldenstateicfsummit.com/ and join David Horobin and his team of experts at the Golden State ICF Summit in San Jose on August 24th.
Where is it?
San Jose Masonic Center Association 2500 Masonic Drive San Jose, CA 95125
Register for your spot today!
https://goldenstateicfsummit.com/
Find David Horobin on LinkedIn:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/david-horobin/
Subscribe to receive GreenBusinessImpact episodes straight to your inbox here: https://greenbusinessimpact.aweb.page/subcribe-to-gbipodcast
Looking to start your own podcast, but don’t know which platform to use to distribute your message to the world? Check out Podbean → It is the podcasting platform that I have used to host every episode of GreenBusinessImpact, and I would highly recommend it to anyone looking to start their own podcast, or for experienced podcasters needing an upgrade from their current platform:
https://www.podbean.com/GBIpodbean
https://www.podbean.com/pro/GBIpodbean
GreenBusinessImpact is a proud partner of OneTreePlanted to help spread the word on OneTreePlanted and to help plant more trees visit onetreeplanted.org



Thursday Aug 03, 2023
Thursday Aug 03, 2023
Are you interested in learning more about the latest in carbon offsetting and clean energy projects? Look no further than this incredible interview with Marco Funk, the founder of decarb.earth! In this interview, Marco discusses the importance of transparency and accountability in the fight against climate change. He shares his insights on the carbon offset market, solar energy projects, and the role of blockchain in reducing carbon emissions.
Throughout the conversation, Marco's passion for sustainability and clean energy is contagious. He emphasizes the need for a multifaceted approach to tackling this global issue, and provides valuable advice for aspiring ecopreneurs.
This interview is a must-watch for anyone interested in learning about innovative solutions to climate change and how we can all do our part to make a difference. So sit back, relax, and get ready to be inspired by Marco Funk and decarb.earth!
Check out decarb.earth’s website:
https://www.decarb.earth/
Find Marco Funk on LinkedIn:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/marcofunk/
Subscribe to receive GreenBusinessImpact episodes straight to your inbox here: https://greenbusinessimpact.aweb.page/subcribe-to-gbipodcast
Looking to start your own podcast, but don’t know which platform to use to distribute your message to the world? Check out Podbean → It is the podcasting platform that I have used to host every episode of GreenBusinessImpact, and I would highly recommend it to anyone looking to start their own podcast, or for experienced podcasters needing an upgrade from their current platform:
https://www.podbean.com/GBIpodbean
https://www.podbean.com/pro/GBIpodbean
GreenBusinessImpact is a proud partner of OneTreePlanted to help spread the word on OneTreePlanted and to help plant more trees visit onetreeplanted.org
Transparency is important to me. As you might imagine, sometimes these descriptions contain links that are affiliate links, and if you sign up, I make a commission as a Partner. I only recommend products that I know, love, and use personally; and think you will benefit from.



Thursday Jul 20, 2023
Uncovering the Secrets of Successful Entrepreneurship with Tony Kitchens #podcast
Thursday Jul 20, 2023
Thursday Jul 20, 2023
Are you ready to take your entrepreneurial journey to the next level? If so, join us for an exciting episode of GreenBusinessImpact where we sit down with none other than Tony Kitchens!
In this episode, Tony shares his invaluable insights and experiences that have helped him achieve success in the world of entrepreneurship. From overcoming challenges to staying motivated, Tony reveals the secrets of successful entrepreneurship and uncovers the strategies that have made him stand out from the crowd.
This conversation is packed with inspiration and empowerment that will leave you feeling motivated and ready to take on the world. Tony's wealth of knowledge and contagious passion for business is a must-listen for anyone looking to make their mark in the world of entrepreneurship.
Don't miss out on this opportunity to learn from one of the best in the game! Tune in now and join us on this exciting journey with Tony Kitchens, and get ready to take your entrepreneurial game to the next level!
So, what are you waiting for? Hit that play button, sit back, and get ready to be inspired!
Check out Tony Kitchens’ website:
https://tonyrkitchens.com
Find Tony Kitchens on LinkedIn:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/tony-r-kitchens-466778209/
Subscribe to receive GreenBusinessImpact episodes straight to your inbox here: https://greenbusinessimpact.aweb.page/subcribe-to-gbipodcast
Looking to start your own podcast, but don’t know which platform to use to distribute your message to the world? Check out Podbean → It is the podcasting platform that I have used to host every episode of GreenBusinessImpact, and I would highly recommend it to anyone looking to start their own podcast, or for experienced podcasters needing an upgrade from their current platform:
https://www.podbean.com/GBIpodbean
https://www.podbean.com/pro/GBIpodbean
GreenBusinessImpact is a proud partner of OneTreePlanted to help spread the word on OneTreePlanted and to help plant more trees visit onetreeplanted.org
Transparency is important to me. As you might imagine, sometimes these descriptions contain links that are affiliate links, and if you sign up, I make a commission as a Partner. I only recommend products that I know, love, and use personally; and think you will benefit from.



Thursday Jul 06, 2023
Designing in Harmony with Nature | Sustainable Solutions with Biomimicry #podcast
Thursday Jul 06, 2023
Thursday Jul 06, 2023
Jamie is the Director of Biomimicry at B+H Architects, an international design firm with offices around the world that offer a wide range of design services from interior design to landscape architecture. His role is to apply metaphors and strategies inspired by nature into their design work, which can be anything from healthcare to residential projects. He believes that by introducing nature's principles at the beginning of the design process, it can lead to more creative, efficient and sustainable solutions. Biomimicry involves looking at problems in a different light and exploring nature's way of solving them, as nature has been refining design for billions of years.
Chapters
0:00:00 - Biomimicry 0:02:11 - Leveraging Systems Biomimicry for Sustainable Master Planning 0:05:58 - Exploring Collaborative Design for a Sustainable Future 0:07:28 - Regenerative Practices to Benefit Nature and Humans 0:08:59 - The Need to Mature into a Respectful Relationship with Nature 0:11:05 - Fear of the Unknown 0:12:55 - Discovery and Application 0:15:24 - Innovative Technologies and Design 0:16:50 - Practical, Inexpensive Applications 0:19:14 - Material Ecology and Biomimicry 0:21:52 - The Potential of Biomimicry 0:22:42 - Biomimicry Commons 0:25:39 - Regenerative Agriculture 0:27:46 - Learning from Nature to Create a More Sustainable Future
Check out B + H Architecture’s website:
https://bharchitects.com/en/
Check out Biomimicry Commons’ website:
https://www.biomimicrycommons.com/
Find Jamie Miller on LinkedIn:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/jamiemillerbiomimicry/
Check out this interview that I mention at the end of the episode:
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=J9A1MXA3ipo
or
Audio: https://podcast.greenbusinessimpact.com/e/rewilding-canada-by-planting-forests-from-field-to-forest-project-forest-interview/?token=5b45111c225a95f6697d5963b451bf72
Subscribe to receive GreenBusinessImpact episodes straight to your inbox here: https://greenbusinessimpact.aweb.page/subcribe-to-gbipodcast
Looking to start your own podcast, but don’t know which platform to use to distribute your message to the world? Check out Podbean → It is the podcasting platform that I have used to host every episode of GreenBusinessImpact, and I would highly recommend it to anyone looking to start their own podcast, or for experienced podcasters needing an upgrade from their current platform:
https://www.podbean.com/GBIpodbean
https://www.podbean.com/pro/GBIpodbean
GreenBusinessImpact is a proud partner of OneTreePlanted to help spread the word on OneTreePlanted and to help plant more trees visit onetreeplanted.org
Transparency is important to me. As you might imagine, sometimes these descriptions contain links that are affiliate links, and if you sign up, I make a commission as a Partner. I only recommend products that I know, love, and use personally; and think you will benefit from.



Thursday Jun 22, 2023
Switch to Sustainability and WIN or Don’t and LOSE | Trick or Treat #podcast
Thursday Jun 22, 2023
Thursday Jun 22, 2023
In this episode, we have the pleasure of speaking with Brent Schulkin, the founder of Trick or Treat, a company that has been gaining a lot of attention for its innovative approach to corporate social responsibility. Brent is an ecopreneur who has been working to create a more sustainable future for businesses and communities alike. During our conversation, he shares his insights on how companies can make a positive impact on their local communities through sustainable practices and social responsibility initiatives.
Trick or Treat is leading the way in this field, and Brent's passion for sustainability is contagious. He tells us about the challenges he faced when starting the company, and how he has been able to overcome them. We also learn about the unique ways that Trick or Treat is helping businesses to adopt sustainable practices and build stronger relationships with their communities.
So, whether you are a business owner looking to make a positive impact on your community, or simply interested in sustainability and social responsibility, this episode is a must-listen. Brent's journey and the work of Trick or Treat are truly inspiring, and we hope that you will be as motivated as we were by this conversation.
We hope that you enjoy the show!
Check out Trick or Treat’s website:
https://trickortreat.co
Socials for Trick or Treat:
https://www.instagram.com/7rickor7rea7/
https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100085583011677
http://www.tiktok.com/@7rickor7rea7
https://twitter.com/7rickor7rea7
Find Brent Schulkin on LinkedIn:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/schulkin/
Check out this interview that I mention at the end of the episode:
YouTube: https://youtu.be/5lkguqqKylk
or
Audio: https://podcast.greenbusinessimpact.com/e/empowering-your-wallet-to-impact-the-climate-crisis-power-to-the-stakeholders-fennel-interview/?token=2a3040eef7ff07713fe3ccab008ca611
Subscribe to receive GreenBusinessImpact episodes straight to your inbox here: https://greenbusinessimpact.aweb.page/subcribe-to-gbipodcast
Looking to start your own podcast, but don’t know which platform to use to distribute your message to the world? Check out Podbean → It is the podcasting platform that I have used to host every episode of GreenBusinessImpact, and I would highly recommend it to anyone looking to start their own podcast, or for experienced podcasters needing an upgrade from their current platform:
https://www.podbean.com/GBIpodbean
https://www.podbean.com/pro/GBIpodbean
GreenBusinessImpact is a proud partner of OneTreePlanted to help spread the word on OneTreePlanted and to help plant more trees visit onetreeplanted.org
Transparency is important to me. As you might imagine, sometimes these descriptions contain links that are affiliate links, and if you sign up, I make a commission as a Partner. I only recommend products that I know, love, and use personally; and think you will benefit from.



Thursday Jun 08, 2023
Thursday Jun 08, 2023
Beia Spiller is an industry expert in the transportation space and the Director of Transportation for Resources for the Future.
We discuss the transition from diesel to electric for heavy-duty and medium vehicles. We delve into the importance of communication between companies purchasing electric fleets and electric companies, as well as the manufacturing of electric vehicle batteries with rare earth metals like lithium.
We examine the challenges and issues surrounding lithium extraction, including the impact on human rights in the countries where it is mined.
Join us as we explore the exciting developments and hopeful future of electric vehicles in the transportation industry.
Don't miss out on this informative and thought-provoking conversation.
Chapters
0:00 - Electrifying Fleets
1:16 - Resources for the Future Intro
2:27 - Leveraging electricity tariffs
4:49 - Impacts of a fleet on the grid
8:32 - Electric Transition issues
12:29 - NEVI Fund
16:27 - Early adoption will look very different
18:19 - Other options besides Battery EV?
24:50 - Benefits of EV
26:37 - Goals for next 6 months
29:54 - Technological innovation
33:12 - Transition is worth it
34:11 - Reach out to Beia: Website or LinkedIn
Check out Resources for the Future’s website:
https://www.rff.org/
Find Beia Spiller on LinkedIn:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/beia-spiller-0b45452b/
Check out this interview that I mention at the end of the episode:
YouTube: https://youtu.be/0kdIBlNlmC4
or
Audio: https://podcast.greenbusinessimpact.com/e/200-ev-jobs-in-new-york-microtransit-electric-vehicle-oem-green-island-ev-interview/
Subscribe to receive GreenBusinessImpact episodes straight to your inbox here: https://greenbusinessimpact.aweb.page/subcribe-to-gbipodcast
Looking to start your own podcast, but don’t know which platform to use to distribute your message to the world? Check out Podbean → It is the podcasting platform that I have used to host every episode of GreenBusinessImpact, and I would highly recommend it to anyone looking to start their own podcast, or for experienced podcasters needing an upgrade from their current platform:
https://www.podbean.com/GBIpodbean
https://www.podbean.com/pro/GBIpodbean
GreenBusinessImpact is a proud partner of OneTreePlanted to help spread the word on OneTreePlanted and to help plant more trees visit onetreeplanted.org
Transparency is important to me. As you might imagine, sometimes these descriptions contain links that are affiliate links, and if you sign up, I make a commission as a Partner. I only recommend products that I know, love, and use personally; and think you will benefit from.



Thursday Jun 01, 2023
Thursday Jun 01, 2023
In this episode, we dive deep into the world of sustainable travel with Leesa Beeson, the founder of WanderlustStuff. Leesa's passion for sustainable travel has led her to create a marketplace that connects conscious travelers with sustainable products and services.
We discuss the challenges of entrepreneurship and self-care, and how Leesa navigates the demands of running a business while also taking care of herself.
Leesa shares her insights on the importance of building a community of conscious shoppers and travelers, and the positive impact that sustainable practices can have on the retail industry.
We also get a glimpse into Leesa's favorite travel destinations and how she hopes to inspire appreciation for the world through her brand.
Join us for a thought-provoking and inspiring conversation with an ecopreneur who is paving the way for sustainable travel.
Chapters
0:00 - Appreciation for the World
1:24 - WanderlustStuff Into
1:54 - How Leesa got started
3:15 - Examples of some awesome products
5:14 - Showcasing stories on the website
6:34 - The process
7:36 - Big plans
8:59 - Rome wasn’t built in a day
10:43 - it’s about the story
11:13 - Building Awareness
12:44 - Conscious shopping movement
14:02 - Can anything make this movement faster?
15:47 - Consumer expectation
16:27 - Growing a community
18:43 - Goals for the next 6 months
19:39 - What Leesa is learning: Balance
22:07 - Favorite travel destination
23:24 - How to get in touch with Leesa: see links below
Check out WanderlustStuff’s website:
https://www.wanderluststuff.com/
Follow Wanderluststuff on Socials -
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/wanderluststuff
https://www.tiktok.com/@wanderluststuff.com?is_from_webapp=1&sender_device=pc
https://www.pinterest.com/wanderluststuff
https://www.instagram.com/wanderlust_stuff/
https://twitter.com/@wanderluststuf1
https://www.facebook.com/WanderlustStuff
Check out this interview that I mention at the end of the episode with Planet Cents:
YouTube: https://youtu.be/_yGQGKqkJ8k
or
Audio: https://podcast.greenbusinessimpact.com/e/the-go-to-marketplace-for-sustainable-products-and-services-planet-cents-interview/
Subscribe to receive GreenBusinessImpact episodes straight to your inbox here: https://greenbusinessimpact.aweb.page/subcribe-to-gbipodcast
Looking to start your own podcast, but don’t know which platform to use to distribute your message to the world? Check out Podbean → It is the podcasting platform that I have used to host every episode of GreenBusinessImpact, and I would highly recommend it to anyone looking to start their own podcast, or for experienced podcasters needing an upgrade from their current platform:
https://www.podbean.com/GBIpodbean
https://www.podbean.com/pro/GBIpodbean
GreenBusinessImpact is a proud partner of OneTreePlanted to help spread the word on OneTreePlanted and to help plant more trees visit onetreeplanted.org
Transparency is important to me. As you might imagine, sometimes these descriptions contain links that are affiliate links, and if you sign up, I make a commission as a Partner. I only recommend products that I know, love, and use personally; and think you will benefit from.



Thursday May 25, 2023
Discover Your Carbon Footprint - In a Fun, Easy Way | Clever Carbon Interview
Thursday May 25, 2023
Thursday May 25, 2023
Let’s cut out all the confusion around carbon footprints, and let’s make a carbon literate society. Especially for our world leaders.
And if you want to comprehend carbon in a way that is fun and easy to understand, then definitely go check out https://clevercarbon.io/quiz/
It is so simple on there.
But what Michelle mentions during this interview, and what is even more important is what you do after you find out what your Carbon Footprint is.
Your goal is to reduce it, but how?
During this interview Michelle provides a heuristic for you to use as you are going about your day making decisions, and how to choose something that has less of a carbon footprint. You have to think about the life cycle of the product.
And if you don’t know, some really progressive companies are starting to place Carbon labels on their products to show how much of a carbon footprint it has.
Which is really exciting for expanding the number of people who are carbon literate worldwide.
Chapters
0:00 - Fun, Easy way to discover your carbon footprint
1:29 - Clever Carbon Intro
2:19 - How carbon footprint is defined
4:44 - Gray areas
5:44 - Increasing carbon literacy
6:33 - Carbon literacy journey
8:04 - 80/20 rule
11:36 - Global Carbon Atlas
12:27 - Quiz questions
14:01 - response to the quiz so far
14:56 - International response
15:28 - Carbon footprint workshops for organizations
17:20 - Response to the workshop
18:05 - How to determine what has a higher carbon footprint
18:20 - Wired vs Wireless headphones (which has a higher carbon footprint?)
19:35 - Clever Carbon goals
22:38 - Water and Waste footprints
24:23 - What Michelle is currently learning
26:15 - How close we are to meeting our NetZero goals
27:05 - We need to ask hard questions
28:57 - Tip for ecopreneurs
30:25 - How to get in touch with Michelle
Check out Clever Carbon’s website:
https://clevercarbon.io/quiz/
Find Michelle Li on LinkedIn:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/michellelimba/
Check out this interview with CarbonBook that I mention at the end of the episode:
YouTube: https://youtu.be/DMgAa9EetDc
or
Audio: https://podcast.greenbusinessimpact.com/e/indoor-farmers-this-is-how-you-calculate-your-carbon-footprint-carbonbook-interview/?token=42014880870c5ed84dea08812def568b
Subscribe to receive GreenBusinessImpact episodes straight to your inbox here: https://greenbusinessimpact.aweb.page/subcribe-to-gbipodcast
Looking to start your own podcast, but don’t know which platform to use to distribute your message to the world? Check out Podbean → It is the podcasting platform that I have used to host every episode of GreenBusinessImpact, and I would highly recommend it to anyone looking to start their own podcast, or for experienced podcasters needing an upgrade from their current platform:
https://www.podbean.com/GBIpodbean
https://www.podbean.com/pro/GBIpodbean
GreenBusinessImpact is a proud partner of OneTreePlanted to help spread the word on OneTreePlanted and to help plant more trees visit onetreeplanted.org
Transparency is important to me. As you might imagine, sometimes these descriptions contain links that are affiliate links, and if you sign up, I make a commission as a Partner. I only recommend products that I know, love, and use personally; and think you will benefit from.

What is GreenBusinessImpact?
Climate Positivity. Period.
We often hear so much about how we are not doing enough to meet our NetZero goals or to save the planet. This is different.
This will be in-depth interviews with leading ecopreneurs who are changing the world for the better.
Want your green business to be featured on the show? Book a 15-min pre-call here