We are going to take a little break from podcasting for a while, so in a bid to stop our great podcast algorithm overlords from burying For What It’s Earth, we're going to share a few oldies but goodies with you over the coming weeks. Episodes that we enjoyed making for you at some point in the last few years, which perhaps you might enjoy again or if you’re new here, you might not have heard the first time around.  So, here you go, enjoy our adventures through the problems surrounding and solutions for, Air Pollution!   What's going on with the air that we breathe? Well, quite a lot, it seems. We're chatting today about the causes of air pollution, the problems it can cause for our own health and things like farming and our food supply, and we explore some of the possible solutions. Enjoyed the episode? Got an idea for another topic? Just want to say Hi? We'd love to hear from you! Get in touch with us on Instagram, Facebook and Twitter or by email forwhatitsearthpod@gmail.com. Don't forget to leave us a shiny review on your chosen podcast platform. We'd super appreciate it.

We are going to take a little break from podcasting for a while, so in a bid to stop our great podcast algorithm overlords from burying For What It’s Earth, we're going to share a few oldies but goodies with you over the coming weeks. Episodes that we enjoyed making for you at some point in the last few years, which perhaps you might enjoy again or if you’re new here, you might not have heard the first time around.  So, here you go, enjoy our adventures through the problems surrounding and solutions for, Air Pollution! What's going on with the air that we breathe? Well, quite a lot, it seems. We're chatting today about the causes of air pollution, the problems it can cause for our own health and things like farming and our food supply, and we explore some of the possible solutions. Enjoyed the episode? Got an idea for another topic? Just want to say Hi? We'd love to hear from you! Get in touch with us on <a href="https://www.instagram.com/forwhatitsearthpodcast/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Instagram</a>, <a href="https://www.facebook.com/forwhatitsearthpodcast/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Facebook</a> and <a href="https://twitter.com/whatearthpod" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Twitter</a> or by email <a href="mailto:forwhatitsearthpod@gmail.com">forwhatitsearthpod@gmail.com</a>. Don't forget to leave us a shiny review on your chosen podcast platform. We'd super appreciate it.

84: Air Pollution (Psst. We’re on a break!)

Sophie Pavelle

Sophie's debut book, Forget Me Not, has landed on our shelves, chronicling her low-carbon journeys around the UK searching for 10 charismatic species that are being impacted by climate change. She joins Emma for a chat about her adventures, about the role of JOY when communicating climate science and nature connection, and also a little bit about the Kardashians (it makes sense if you've read the book).   Purchase your copy of Forget Me Not: https://uk.bookshop.org/books/1647217193_forget-me-not-finding-the-forgotten-species-of-climate-change-britain/9781472986214   Hear more from Sophie on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sophiepavs/  Twitter: https://twitter.com/sophiepavs    ** Today we are sponsored by WILD Deodorant, the all-natural, eco-friendly, and refillable deodorant that really works. Truly, we both use WILD every day and love it. Get 20% off your first purchase from www.wearewild.com with code 'EARTH20' **   Get in touch Enjoyed the episode? Got an idea for another topic? Just want to say Hi? Get in touch with us on Instagram, Facebook, and Twitter or by email at forwhatitsearthpod@gmail.com. While you're here, make sure that you've subscribed so that you never miss an episode, and leave us a 5- star review to help new listeners find us!   Order your FWIE Teeshirts and sweatshirts They're organic cotton, printed on demand and suuuper comfortable. Plus, they help us keep the podcast going: https://forwhatitsearth.teemill.com/ 

Sophie's debut book, Forget Me Not, has landed on our shelves, chronicling her low-carbon journeys around the UK searching for 10 charismatic species that are being impacted by climate change. She joins Emma for a chat about her adventures, about the role of JOY when communicating climate science and nature connection, and also a little bit about the Kardashians (it makes sense if you've read the book). Purchase your copy of Forget Me Not: <a href="https://uk.bookshop.org/books/1647217193_forget-me-not-finding-the-forgotten-species-of-climate-change-britain/9781472986214" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://uk.bookshop.org/books/1647217193_forget-me-not-finding-the-forgotten-species-of-climate-change-britain/9781472986214</a> Hear more from Sophie on Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/sophiepavs/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.instagram.com/sophiepavs/</a> Twitter: <a href="https://twitter.com/sophiepavs" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://twitter.com/sophiepavs</a> ** Today we are sponsored by WILD Deodorant, the all-natural, eco-friendly, and refillable deodorant that really works. Truly, we both use WILD every day and love it. Get 20% off your first purchase from <a>www.wearewild.com </a>with code 'EARTH20' ** Get in touch Enjoyed the episode? Got an idea for another topic? Just want to say Hi? Get in touch with us on <a href="https://www.instagram.com/forwhatitsearthpodcast/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Instagram</a>, <a href="https://www.facebook.com/forwhatitsearthpodcast/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Facebook</a>, and <a href="https://twitter.com/whatearthpod" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Twitter</a> or by email at <a href="mailto:forwhatitsearthpod@gmail.com">forwhatitsearthpod@gmail.com</a>. While you're here, make sure that you've subscribed so that you never miss an episode, and leave us a 5- star review to help new listeners find us! Order your FWIE Teeshirts and sweatshirts They're organic cotton, printed on demand and suuuper comfortable. Plus, they help us keep the podcast going: <a href="https://forwhatitsearth.teemill.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://forwhatitsearth.teemill.com/</a>

83: Forget Me Not, with author Sophie Pavelle

Sam Gandy

Nature connectedness; what is it, why is it important, and can we boost it? Researcher Sam Gandy joins us in this episode to explore the concept of nature connectedness, which is s key predictor of us taking actions that are good for the planet and is also of huge benefit for our mental health and wellbeing. His research takes us to some fascinating places, including the research looking at the role that psychedelics such as psilocybin (found in magic mushrooms) have in quickly and deeply enhancing our feelings of connectedness with nature. Plus, we also take a splash through the role of beaver wetlands in improving feelings of nature connectedness, too.   Hear more from Sam: https://twitter.com/SamwiseGandy The potential synergistic effects between psychedelic administration and nature contact for the improvement of mental health (2020) https://journals.sagepub.com/doi/full/10.1177/2055102920978123  Potential psychological benefits of nature enrichment through the reintroduction of the Eurasian beaver (Castor fiber) to Britain: A narrative literature review (2021) https://www.researchgate.net/profile/Sam-Gandy-4/publication/356221528_Potential_psychological_benefits_of_nature_enrichment_through_the_reintroduction_of_the_Eurasian_beaver_Castor_fiber_to_Britain_A_narrative_literature_review/links/61929b7b07be5f31b7846897/Potential-psychological-benefits-of-nature-enrichment-through-the-reintroduction-of-the-Eurasian-beaver-Castor-fiber-to-Britain-A-narrative-literature-review.pdf    ** Today we are sponsored by WILD Deodorant, the all-natural, eco-friendly, and refillable deodorant that really works. Truly, we both use WILD every day and love it. Get 20% off your first purchase from www.wearewild.com with code 'EARTH20' **   Get in touch Enjoyed the episode? Got an idea for another topic? Just want to say Hi? Get in touch with us on Instagram, Facebook, and Twitter or by email at forwhatitsearthpod@gmail.com. While you're here, make sure that you've subscribed so that you never miss an episode, and leave us a 5- star review to help new listeners find us!   Order your FWIE Teeshirts and sweatshirts They're organic cotton, printed on demand and suuuper comfortable. Plus, they help us keep the podcast going: https://forwhatitsearth.teemill.com/ 

Nature connectedness; what is it, why is it important, and can we boost it? Researcher Sam Gandy joins us in this episode to explore the concept of nature connectedness, which is s key predictor of us taking actions that are good for the planet and is also of huge benefit for our mental health and wellbeing. His research takes us to some fascinating places, including the research looking at the role that psychedelics such as psilocybin (found in magic mushrooms) have in quickly and deeply enhancing our feelings of connectedness with nature. Plus, we also take a splash through the role of beaver wetlands in improving feelings of nature connectedness, too. Hear more from Sam: <a href="https://twitter.com/SamwiseGandy" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://twitter.com/SamwiseGandy</a> The potential synergistic effects between psychedelic administration and nature contact for the improvement of mental health (2020) <a href="https://journals.sagepub.com/doi/full/10.1177/2055102920978123" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://journals.sagepub.com/doi/full/10.1177/2055102920978123</a> Potential psychological benefits of nature enrichment through the reintroduction of the Eurasian beaver (Castor fiber) to Britain: A narrative literature review (2021) <a href="https://www.researchgate.net/profile/Sam-Gandy-4/publication/356221528_Potential_psychological_benefits_of_nature_enrichment_through_the_reintroduction_of_the_Eurasian_beaver_Castor_fiber_to_Britain_A_narrative_literature_review/links/61929b7b07be5f31b7846897/Potential-psychological-benefits-of-nature-enrichment-through-the-reintroduction-of-the-Eurasian-beaver-Castor-fiber-to-Britain-A-narrative-literature-review.pdf" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.researchgate.net/profile/Sam-Gandy-4/publication/356221528_Potential_psychological_benefits_of_nature_enrichment_through_the_reintroduction_of_the_Eurasian_beaver_Castor_fiber_to_Britain_A_narrative_literature_review/links/61929b7b07be5f31b7846897/Potential-psychological-benefits-of-nature-enrichment-through-the-reintroduction-of-the-Eurasian-beaver-Castor-fiber-to-Britain-A-narrative-literature-review.pdf </a> ** Today we are sponsored by WILD Deodorant, the all-natural, eco-friendly, and refillable deodorant that really works. Truly, we both use WILD every day and love it. Get 20% off your first purchase from <a>www.wearewild.com </a>with code 'EARTH20' ** Get in touch Enjoyed the episode? Got an idea for another topic? Just want to say Hi? Get in touch with us on <a href="https://www.instagram.com/forwhatitsearthpodcast/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Instagram</a>, <a href="https://www.facebook.com/forwhatitsearthpodcast/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Facebook</a>, and <a href="https://twitter.com/whatearthpod" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Twitter</a> or by email at <a href="mailto:forwhatitsearthpod@gmail.com">forwhatitsearthpod@gmail.com</a>. While you're here, make sure that you've subscribed so that you never miss an episode, and leave us a 5- star review to help new listeners find us! Order your FWIE Teeshirts and sweatshirts They're organic cotton, printed on demand and suuuper comfortable. Plus, they help us keep the podcast going: <a href="https://forwhatitsearth.teemill.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://forwhatitsearth.teemill.com/</a>

82. Sam Gandy on Nature Connection, plus Psychedelics and Beavers?

You might be wondering why we’ve popped an episode in your feed on a Sunday instead of a Wednesday, so I’m here to clear that up. Today is actually world bog day, a day in which we all celebrate the awesomeness of this underrated habitat, which is fantastic at quietly getting on with an immense amount of carbon sequestration as well as supporting its own army of specialist plants and animals. About a year and a half ago we recorded an episode on bogs, and today is the perfect time to resurface it and for you to find out exactly why I think bogs are super cool. So, if you missed it before, here’s For What It’s Earth, on BOGS!         Plus, we introduce a section called 'Listener Corner' where we discuss this paper https://www.frontiersin.org/articles/10.3389/fcosc.2020.615419/full sent to us by one of our lovely listeners. Thanks, Jack!   Get in touch Enjoyed the episode? Got an idea for another topic? Just want to say Hi? Get in touch with us on Instagram, Facebook, and Twitter or by email forwhatitsearthpod@gmail.com. While you're here, make sure that you've subscribed so that you never miss an episode, and leave us a 5- star review to help new listeners find us!   Order your FWIE Teeshirts and sweatshirts They're organic cotton, printed on demand, and suuuper comfortable. Plus, they help us keep the podcast going: https://forwhatitsearth.teemill.com/    WILD ** Today we are sponsored by WILD Deodorant, the all-natural, eco-friendly and refillable deodorant that really works. Truly, we both use WILD every day and love it. Get 20% off your first purchase from www.wearewild.com with code 'EARTH20' **                                                                                                                                                                                                                    

You might be wondering why we’ve popped an episode in your feed on a Sunday instead of a Wednesday, so I’m here to clear that up. Today is actually world bog day, a day in which we all celebrate the awesomeness of this underrated habitat, which is fantastic at quietly getting on with an immense amount of carbon sequestration as well as supporting its own army of specialist plants and animals. About a year and a half ago we recorded an episode on bogs, and today is the perfect time to resurface it and for you to find out exactly why I think bogs are super cool. So, if you missed it before, here’s For What It’s Earth, on BOGS!        Plus, we introduce a section called 'Listener Corner' where we discuss this paper <a href="https://www.frontiersin.org/articles/10.3389/fcosc.2020.615419/full" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.frontiersin.org/articles/10.3389/fcosc.2020.615419/full</a> sent to us by one of our lovely listeners. Thanks, Jack! Get in touch Enjoyed the episode? Got an idea for another topic? Just want to say Hi? Get in touch with us on <a href="https://www.instagram.com/forwhatitsearthpodcast/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Instagram</a>, <a href="https://www.facebook.com/forwhatitsearthpodcast/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Facebook</a>, and <a href="https://twitter.com/whatearthpod" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Twitter</a> or by email <a href="mailto:forwhatitsearthpod@gmail.com">forwhatitsearthpod@gmail.com</a>. While you're here, make sure that you've subscribed so that you never miss an episode, and leave us a 5- star review to help new listeners find us! Order your FWIE Teeshirts and sweatshirts They're organic cotton, printed on demand, and suuuper comfortable. Plus, they help us keep the podcast going: <a href="https://forwhatitsearth.teemill.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://forwhatitsearth.teemill.com/</a> WILD ** Today we are sponsored by WILD Deodorant, the all-natural, eco-friendly and refillable deodorant that really works. Truly, we both use WILD every day and love it. Get 20% off your first purchase from <a>www.wearewild.com </a>with code 'EARTH20' **

81: BOGS! (Again) Celebrating natural carbon sequestration for #WorldBogDay

Many of us feel an existential sense of doom and dread when we think about the state of the environment. (Record-smashing temperatures of 40oC in the UK this week, anyone?) It can wreak havoc with our mental health, and be hard to deal with. In fact, feeling eco anxiety is a perfectly normal reaction to being told that we're in a climate crisis. In this episode we explore some of the causes of eco anxiety and some of the possible solutions, or tools that might help you when you're feeling stressed. We hope that it might help.   This episode also features a clip sent over by our friend Suzy from the Casual Birder Podcast. Suzy has visited Antarctica and, after listening to our episode on the White Continent, was kind enough to share her experience of responsible tourism. You can hear more from Suzy over on her podcast, The Casual Birder: https://casualbirder.com/    ** Today we are sponsored by WILD Deodorant, the all-natural, eco-friendly and refillable deodorant that really works. Truly, we both use WILD every day and love it. Get 20% off your first purchase from www.wearewild.com with code 'EARTH20' **   Get in touch Enjoyed the episode? Got an idea for another topic? Just want to say Hi? Get in touch with us on Instagram, Facebook, and Twitter or by email forwhatitsearthpod@gmail.com. While you're here, make sure that you've subscribed so that you never miss an episode, and leave us a 5- star review to help new listeners find us!   Order your FWIE Teeshirts and sweatshirts They're organic cotton, printed on demand and suuuper comfortable. Plus, they help us keep the podcast going: https://forwhatitsearth.teemill.com/ 

Many of us feel an existential sense of doom and dread when we think about the state of the environment. (Record-smashing temperatures of 40oC in the UK this week, anyone?) It can wreak havoc with our mental health, and be hard to deal with. In fact, feeling eco anxiety is a perfectly normal reaction to being told that we're in a climate crisis. In this episode we explore some of the causes of eco anxiety and some of the possible solutions, or tools that might help you when you're feeling stressed. We hope that it might help. This episode also features a clip sent over by our friend Suzy from the Casual Birder Podcast. Suzy has visited Antarctica and, after listening to our episode on the White Continent, was kind enough to share her experience of responsible tourism. You can hear more from Suzy over on her podcast, The Casual Birder: <a href="https://casualbirder.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://casualbirder.com/</a> ** Today we are sponsored by WILD Deodorant, the all-natural, eco-friendly and refillable deodorant that really works. Truly, we both use WILD every day and love it. Get 20% off your first purchase from <a>www.wearewild.com </a>with code 'EARTH20' ** Get in touch Enjoyed the episode? Got an idea for another topic? Just want to say Hi? Get in touch with us on <a href="https://www.instagram.com/forwhatitsearthpodcast/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Instagram</a>, <a href="https://www.facebook.com/forwhatitsearthpodcast/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Facebook</a>, and <a href="https://twitter.com/whatearthpod" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Twitter</a> or by email <a href="mailto:forwhatitsearthpod@gmail.com">forwhatitsearthpod@gmail.com</a>. While you're here, make sure that you've subscribed so that you never miss an episode, and leave us a 5- star review to help new listeners find us! Order your FWIE Teeshirts and sweatshirts They're organic cotton, printed on demand and suuuper comfortable. Plus, they help us keep the podcast going: <a href="https://forwhatitsearth.teemill.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://forwhatitsearth.teemill.com/</a>

80: Eco-Anxiety. What is it, and how can we deal with it?

Ryan Dalton

The White Continent (and the southern seas around it) is an incredibly important place for wildlife, for the regulation of global ocean currents, and for reflecting a huge amount of the sun's heat back out of our atmosphere (known as the Albedo effect). But Antarctica faces plenty of threats, which we'll take a dive into. You're in for a treat, too, as this week Emma is joined by Ryan Dalton from Into The Wild Podcast.   Get more from Ryan by heading over to his fab podcast, Into The Wild: https://intothewild.podbean.com/   ** This episode is sponsored by WILD Deodorant, the all-natural, eco-friendly and refillable deodorant that really works. Truly, we both use WILD every day, and love it. Get 20% off your first purchase from www.wearewild.com with code 'EARTH20' **   Get in touch Enjoyed the episode? Got an idea for another topic? Just want to say Hi? Get in touch with us on Instagram, Facebook, and Twitter or by email forwhatitsearthpod@gmail.com. While you're here, make sure that you've subscribed so that you never miss an episode, and leave us a 5- star review to help new listeners find us!   Order your FWIE Teeshirts and sweatshirts They're organic cotton, printed on demand and suuuper comfortable. Plus, they help us keep the podcast going: https://forwhatitsearth.teemill.com/ 

The White Continent (and the southern seas around it) is an incredibly important place for wildlife, for the regulation of global ocean currents, and for reflecting a huge amount of the sun's heat back out of our atmosphere (known as the Albedo effect). But Antarctica faces plenty of threats, which we'll take a dive into. You're in for a treat, too, as this week Emma is joined by Ryan Dalton from Into The Wild Podcast. Get more from Ryan by heading over to his fab podcast, Into The Wild: <a href="https://intothewild.podbean.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://intothewild.podbean.com/</a> ** This episode is sponsored by WILD Deodorant, the all-natural, eco-friendly and refillable deodorant that really works. Truly, we both use WILD every day, and love it. Get 20% off your first purchase from <a href="" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.wearewild.com </a>with code 'EARTH20' ** Get in touch Enjoyed the episode? Got an idea for another topic? Just want to say Hi? Get in touch with us on <a href="https://www.instagram.com/forwhatitsearthpodcast/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Instagram</a>, <a href="https://www.facebook.com/forwhatitsearthpodcast/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Facebook</a>, and <a href="https://twitter.com/whatearthpod" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Twitter</a> or by email <a href="mailto:forwhatitsearthpod@gmail.com">forwhatitsearthpod@gmail.com</a>. While you're here, make sure that you've subscribed so that you never miss an episode, and leave us a 5- star review to help new listeners find us! Order your FWIE Teeshirts and sweatshirts They're organic cotton, printed on demand and suuuper comfortable. Plus, they help us keep the podcast going: <a href="https://forwhatitsearth.teemill.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://forwhatitsearth.teemill.com/</a>

79: Antarctica. Can we protect it, or survive without it? With Ryan Dalton

From football and F1, to deciding which trainers to run your next half-marathon in, we're attempting something of an episode heptathlon this week as we explore whether both our big sporting events and our personal sporting ventures can be made more planet-positive.   Things we spoke about: Trainer recycling: https://www.runnersneed.com/about-us/recyclemyrun.html Allbirds sustainable trainers: https://www.allbirds.co.uk/pages/sustainable-practices#beginnings  EcoYoga mat: https://www.ecoyoga.uk/ecomats  Forest Green Rovers: https://unfccc.int/climate-action/momentum-for-change/climate-neutral-nhttps://unfccc.int/climate-action/momentum-for-change/climate-neutral-now/creating-the-greenest-football-club-in-the-world-forest-green-rovers   Get in touch Enjoyed the episode? Got an idea for another topic? Just want to say Hi? Get in touch with us on Instagram, Facebook, and Twitter or by email forwhatitsearthpod@gmail.com. While you're here, make sure that you've subscribed so that you never miss an episode, and leave us a 5- star review to help new listeners find us!   Order your FWIE Teeshirts and sweatshirts They're organic cotton, printed on demand and suuuper comfortable. Plus, they help us keep the podcast going: https://forwhatitsearth.teemill.com/ 

From football and F1, to deciding which trainers to run your next half-marathon in, we're attempting something of an episode heptathlon this week as we explore whether both our big sporting events and our personal sporting ventures can be made more planet-positive. Things we spoke about: Trainer recycling: <a href="https://www.runnersneed.com/about-us/recyclemyrun.html" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.runnersneed.com/about-us/recyclemyrun.html</a> Allbirds sustainable trainers: <a href="https://www.allbirds.co.uk/pages/sustainable-practices#beginnings" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.allbirds.co.uk/pages/sustainable-practices#beginnings</a> EcoYoga mat: <a href="https://www.ecoyoga.uk/ecomats" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.ecoyoga.uk/ecomats</a> Forest Green Rovers: <a href="https://unfccc.int/climate-action/momentum-for-change/climate-neutral-now/creating-the-greenest-football-club-in-the-world-forest-green-rovers#:~:text=The%20Forest%20Green%20Rovers%2C%20based,menu%20for%20players%20and%20fans" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://unfccc.int/climate-action/momentum-for-change/climate-neutral-nhttps://unfccc.int/climate-action/momentum-for-change/climate-neutral-now/creating-the-greenest-football-club-in-the-world-forest-green-rovers</a> Get in touch Enjoyed the episode? Got an idea for another topic? Just want to say Hi? Get in touch with us on <a href="https://www.instagram.com/forwhatitsearthpodcast/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Instagram</a>, <a href="https://www.facebook.com/forwhatitsearthpodcast/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Facebook</a>, and <a href="https://twitter.com/whatearthpod" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Twitter</a> or by email <a href="mailto:forwhatitsearthpod@gmail.com">forwhatitsearthpod@gmail.com</a>. While you're here, make sure that you've subscribed so that you never miss an episode, and leave us a 5- star review to help new listeners find us! Order your FWIE Teeshirts and sweatshirts They're organic cotton, printed on demand and suuuper comfortable. Plus, they help us keep the podcast going: <a href="https://forwhatitsearth.teemill.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://forwhatitsearth.teemill.com/</a>

78: Sports! Can we make them more sustainable?

Take a dive with us into one of the most exciting marine habitats on the planet - and it's often found just a few splashes away from the coast. Seagrass is thought to capture carbon 35 TIMES faster than tropical rainforests, yet it covers less than 1% of the seafloor and we're losing it globally, rapidly. They're also vital habitats for marine life and provide more ecosystem services than we can count (almost). But, In the UK, we've lost more than 90% of our seagrass habitat. What can we do about that, you ask? Listen to find out!   Seagrass restoration volunteering opportunities Ocean Conservation Trust https://oceanconservationtrust.org/volunteers-needed-to-support-seagrass-conservation/  Recreation Remedies https://saveourseabed.co.uk/get-involved/volunteers/  Project Seagrass https://www.facebook.com/groups/444685045723981    Some of the other things we spoke about https://www.smithsonianmag.com/science-nature/seagrass-can-work-as-a-sanitation-service-180980034/  https://seagrassspotter.org/  https://www.projectseagrass.org/    Get in touch Enjoyed the episode? Got an idea for another topic? Just want to say Hi? Get in touch with us on Instagram, Facebook, and Twitter or by email forwhatitsearthpod@gmail.com. While you're here, make sure that you've subscribed so that you never miss an episode, and leave us a 5- star review to help new listeners find us!   Order your FWIE Teeshirts and sweatshirts They're organic cotton, printed on demand and suuuper comfortable. Plus, they help us keep the podcast going: https://forwhatitsearth.teemill.com/ 

Take a dive with us into one of the most exciting marine habitats on the planet - and it's often found just a few splashes away from the coast. Seagrass is thought to capture carbon 35 TIMES faster than tropical rainforests, yet it covers less than 1% of the seafloor and we're losing it globally, rapidly. They're also vital habitats for marine life and provide more ecosystem services than we can count (almost). But, In the UK, we've lost more than 90% of our seagrass habitat. What can we do about that, you ask? Listen to find out! Seagrass restoration volunteering opportunities Ocean Conservation Trust <a href="https://oceanconservationtrust.org/volunteers-needed-to-support-seagrass-conservation/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://oceanconservationtrust.org/volunteers-needed-to-support-seagrass-conservation/</a> Recreation Remedies <a href="https://saveourseabed.co.uk/get-involved/volunteers/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://saveourseabed.co.uk/get-involved/volunteers/</a> Project Seagrass <a href="https://www.facebook.com/groups/444685045723981" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.facebook.com/groups/444685045723981</a> Some of the other things we spoke about <a href="https://www.smithsonianmag.com/science-nature/seagrass-can-work-as-a-sanitation-service-180980034/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.smithsonianmag.com/science-nature/seagrass-can-work-as-a-sanitation-service-180980034/</a> <a href="https://seagrassspotter.org/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://seagrassspotter.org/</a> <a href="https://www.projectseagrass.org/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.projectseagrass.org/</a> Get in touch Enjoyed the episode? Got an idea for another topic? Just want to say Hi? Get in touch with us on <a href="https://www.instagram.com/forwhatitsearthpodcast/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Instagram</a>, <a href="https://www.facebook.com/forwhatitsearthpodcast/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Facebook</a>, and <a href="https://twitter.com/whatearthpod" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Twitter</a> or by email <a href="mailto:forwhatitsearthpod@gmail.com">forwhatitsearthpod@gmail.com</a>. While you're here, make sure that you've subscribed so that you never miss an episode, and leave us a 5- star review to help new listeners find us! Order your FWIE Teeshirts and sweatshirts They're organic cotton, printed on demand and suuuper comfortable. Plus, they help us keep the podcast going: <a href="https://forwhatitsearth.teemill.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://forwhatitsearth.teemill.com/</a>

77: Save the Seagrass, Save Ourselves?

Oh, it's a sexy subject and a half this episode. Concrete is one of the most widely-used building materials in the world, so we're exploring its environmental impact with Adam Gittins from Cemfree. The manufacture of traditional cement, a key component of concrete, accounts for up to 8% of GLOBAL carbon emissions. But, there are innovative ways to reduce this - from creating ultra low-carbon types of cement (like Cemfree) that can be used, to designing buildings that use concrete smarter and have much more thorough 'end-of-life' recycling plans that can re-use building materials once the structure is no longer needed in its current form. And, as Adam points out, persuading the government to make these changes mandated in projects like the construction of all new homes, would make a huge impact on a very carbon-heavy industry.   Extra reading: Cemfree (DB Group): https://dbgholdings.com/cemfree/ Cement makers across world pledge large cut in emissions by 2030 (Guardian): https://www.theguardian.com/business/2021/oct/12/cement-makers-across-world-pledge-large-cut-in-emissions-by-2030-co2-net-zero-2050#:~:text=The%20industry%20is%20responsible%20for,and%20concrete%20release%20CO2.   Get in touch Enjoyed the episode? Got an idea for another topic? Just want to say Hi? Get in touch with us on Instagram, Facebook, and Twitter or by email forwhatitsearthpod@gmail.com. While you're here, make sure that you've subscribed so that you never miss an episode, and leave us a 5- star review to help new listeners find us!   Order your FWIE Teeshirts and sweatshirts They're organic cotton, printed on demand and suuuper comfortable. Plus, they help us keep the podcast going: https://forwhatitsearth.teemill.com/ 

Oh, it's a sexy subject and a half this episode. Concrete is one of the most widely-used building materials in the world, so we're exploring its environmental impact with Adam Gittins from Cemfree. The manufacture of traditional cement, a key component of concrete, accounts for up to 8% of GLOBAL carbon emissions. But, there are innovative ways to reduce this - from creating ultra low-carbon types of cement (like Cemfree) that can be used, to designing buildings that use concrete smarter and have much more thorough 'end-of-life' recycling plans that can re-use building materials once the structure is no longer needed in its current form. And, as Adam points out, persuading the government to make these changes mandated in projects like the construction of all new homes, would make a huge impact on a very carbon-heavy industry. Extra reading: Cemfree (DB Group): <a href="https://dbgholdings.com/cemfree/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://dbgholdings.com/cemfree/</a> Cement makers across world pledge large cut in emissions by 2030 (Guardian): <a href="https://www.theguardian.com/business/2021/oct/12/cement-makers-across-world-pledge-large-cut-in-emissions-by-2030-co2-net-zero-2050#:~:text=The%20industry%20is%20responsible%20for,and%20concrete%20release%20CO2" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.theguardian.com/business/2021/oct/12/cement-makers-across-world-pledge-large-cut-in-emissions-by-2030-co2-net-zero-2050#:~:text=The%20industry%20is%20responsible%20for,and%20concrete%20release%20CO2</a>. Get in touch Enjoyed the episode? Got an idea for another topic? Just want to say Hi? Get in touch with us on <a href="https://www.instagram.com/forwhatitsearthpodcast/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Instagram</a>, <a href="https://www.facebook.com/forwhatitsearthpodcast/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Facebook</a>, and <a href="https://twitter.com/whatearthpod" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Twitter</a> or by email <a href="mailto:forwhatitsearthpod@gmail.com">forwhatitsearthpod@gmail.com</a>. While you're here, make sure that you've subscribed so that you never miss an episode, and leave us a 5- star review to help new listeners find us! Order your FWIE Teeshirts and sweatshirts They're organic cotton, printed on demand and suuuper comfortable. Plus, they help us keep the podcast going: <a href="https://forwhatitsearth.teemill.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://forwhatitsearth.teemill.com/</a>

76: Concrete: Cutting Construction’s Carbon Footprint with Adam Gittins

Far more than mysterious nighttime creatures of folklore, we dig into why macro bats and micro bats (like this brown long-eared bat here) are fascinating AND important, and what can be done to stop the loss of them from our countryside in the UK.   Get in touch Enjoyed the episode? Got an idea for another topic? Just want to say Hi? Get in touch with us on Instagram, Facebook, and Twitter or by email forwhatitsearthpod@gmail.com. While you're here, make sure that you've subscribed so that you never miss an episode, and leave us a 5- star review to help new listeners find us!   Order your FWIE Teeshirts and sweatshirts They're organic cotton, printed on demand and suuuper comfortable. Plus, they help us keep the podcast going: https://forwhatitsearth.teemill.com/ 

Far more than mysterious nighttime creatures of folklore, we dig into why macro bats and micro bats (like this brown long-eared bat here) are fascinating AND important, and what can be done to stop the loss of them from our countryside in the UK. Get in touch Enjoyed the episode? Got an idea for another topic? Just want to say Hi? Get in touch with us on <a href="https://www.instagram.com/forwhatitsearthpodcast/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Instagram</a>, <a href="https://www.facebook.com/forwhatitsearthpodcast/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Facebook</a>, and <a href="https://twitter.com/whatearthpod" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Twitter</a> or by email <a href="mailto:forwhatitsearthpod@gmail.com">forwhatitsearthpod@gmail.com</a>. While you're here, make sure that you've subscribed so that you never miss an episode, and leave us a 5- star review to help new listeners find us! Order your FWIE Teeshirts and sweatshirts They're organic cotton, printed on demand and suuuper comfortable. Plus, they help us keep the podcast going: <a href="https://forwhatitsearth.teemill.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://forwhatitsearth.teemill.com/</a>

75: Bats! Why Bats Are Important And How To Save Them

Environment, climate change and sustainability podcast making big issues bite-sized. We explain the science and explore the things that we can do to make a difference. By Emma Brisdion and Lloyd Hopkins.

It&#39;s a joy to keep up with Emma and Lloyd. I listen to every episode. Good heart and serious intent to share useful information

Consistently Insightful

For What It's Earth

And that’s a wrap for season one of For What It’s Earth! This week, to celebrate making it this far, we’ve been answering your questions, from finding the most impactful environmentally-friendly actions we can make from our own home and exploring whether we can travel the world sustainably, to finding environmentally-friendly earplugs and wondering whether the series has changed our own attitudes towards sustainability. Thanks for listening this far, we’ll be back bigger and better than ever in the autumn with season two!   Things we chatted about:   Offset your flights and choose routes with lower-impact airlines and more sustainable fuel mixes: https://flygrn.com/ Cambridge Centre for Climate Science: https://www.climatescience.cam.ac.uk/   100% renewable energy providers in the UK: Bulb: https://bulb.co.uk/ Octopus: https://octopus.energy/ Good Energy: https://www.goodenergy.co.uk/   Zao Organic Makeup: https://www.zaoorganicmakeup.com/   Instagram @forwhatitsearthpodcast Facebook /ForWhatItsEarth Twitter @WhatEarthPod   Theme music and sound mixed by Mark Skinner.

And that’s a wrap for season one of For What It’s Earth! This week, to celebrate making it this far, we’ve been answering your questions, from finding the most impactful environmentally-friendly actions we can make from our own home and exploring whether we can travel the world sustainably, to finding environmentally-friendly earplugs and wondering whether the series has changed our own attitudes towards sustainability. Thanks for listening this far, we’ll be back bigger and better than ever in the autumn with season two! Things we chatted about: Offset your flights and choose routes with lower-impact airlines and more sustainable fuel mixes: <a href="https://flygrn.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://flygrn.com/</a> Cambridge Centre for Climate Science: <a href="https://www.climatescience.cam.ac.uk/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.climatescience.cam.ac.uk/</a> 100% renewable energy providers in the UK: Bulb: <a href="https://bulb.co.uk/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://bulb.co.uk/</a> Octopus: <a href="https://octopus.energy/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://octopus.energy/</a> Good Energy: <a href="https://www.goodenergy.co.uk/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.goodenergy.co.uk/</a> Zao Organic Makeup: <a href="https://www.zaoorganicmakeup.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.zaoorganicmakeup.com/</a> Instagram @forwhatitsearthpodcast Facebook /ForWhatItsEarth Twitter @WhatEarthPod Theme music and sound mixed by Mark Skinner.

13: Listener Q&A!

This week we're talking about that time of the month. Half of the world menstruates at some point during their lives and often the sanitary products used are single-use and contain significant quantities of plastic. City to Sea estimates that a regular pack of pads contains as much plastic as five plastic bags and that 2.5 million tampons are flushed in the UK every year, and the Marine Conservation Society have seen huge numbers of sanitary products wash up on our beaches every year. The things we use for just a matter of hours can outlive even us when discarded, causing huge issues in the environment. We're exploring the issues with conventional pads, tampons and applicators, and sharing some of the best solutions currently available to make periods friendly on the environment as well as you, from organic and plastic-free pads and tampons to reusable pads and absorbent period pads! Things we spoke about: Modibodi re-usable period underwear: https://www.modibodi.co.uk/ Mondays organic period product subscription: https://organicmondays.com/ City to Sea plastic-free periods campaign: https://www.citytosea.org.uk/plasticfreeperiods-2/ Freedom 4 Girls charity tackling period poverty: https://www.freedom4girls.co.uk/ 10 of the best menstrual cups: https://www.cosmopolitan.com/uk/body/health/g23117116/menstrual-cups/   Don't forget to subscribe, find us on Instagram, Facebook and Twitter, and leave us a review - it helps new listeners find the podcast! We have merch! Get yourself a sustainable FWIE teeshirt here: https://forwhatitsearth.teemill.com Wonderful theme music by Mark Skinner Sound.

This week we're talking about that time of the month. Half of the world menstruates at some point during their lives and often the sanitary products used are single-use and contain significant quantities of plastic. City to Sea estimates that a regular pack of pads contains as much plastic as five plastic bags and that 2.5 million tampons are flushed in the UK every year, and the Marine Conservation Society have seen huge numbers of sanitary products wash up on our beaches every year. The things we use for just a matter of hours can outlive even us when discarded, causing huge issues in the environment. We're exploring the issues with conventional pads, tampons and applicators, and sharing some of the best solutions currently available to make periods friendly on the environment as well as you, from organic and plastic-free pads and tampons to reusable pads and absorbent period pads! Things we spoke about: Modibodi re-usable period underwear: <a href="https://www.modibodi.co.uk/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.modibodi.co.uk/</a> Mondays organic period product subscription: <a href="https://organicmondays.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://organicmondays.com/</a> City to Sea plastic-free periods campaign: <a href="https://www.citytosea.org.uk/plasticfreeperiods-2/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.citytosea.org.uk/plasticfreeperiods-2/</a> Freedom 4 Girls charity tackling period poverty: <a href="https://www.freedom4girls.co.uk/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.freedom4girls.co.uk/</a> 10 of the best menstrual cups: <a href="https://www.cosmopolitan.com/uk/body/health/g23117116/menstrual-cups/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.cosmopolitan.com/uk/body/health/g23117116/menstrual-cups/</a> Don't forget to subscribe, find us on <a href="https://www.instagram.com/forwhatitsearthpodcast/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Instagram</a>, <a href="https://www.facebook.com/forwhatitsearthpodcast/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Facebook</a> and <a href="https://twitter.com/whatearthpod" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Twitter</a>, and leave us a review - it helps new listeners find the podcast! We have merch! Get yourself a sustainable FWIE teeshirt here: <a href="https://forwhatitsearth.teemill.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://forwhatitsearth.teemill.com</a> Wonderful theme music by Mark Skinner Sound.

22: Sustainable & Plastic-Free Periods

This week we're wandering through the topics of rewilding and reforestation! We find out how many trees we would need to help the UK become 'carbon neutral', learn about some of the amazing projects in Scotland, Yosemite and Mauritius in which fantastic teams of conservationists are restoring whole ecosystems and reintroducing species, and explore the ways in which taking inspiration from Mother Nature herself could help us save the world. Oh, and did you know that planting trees can sometimes be a bad thing? You'll have to listen to find out why! If you'd like to support the podcast, you can get a sustainable FWIE teeshirt here: https://forwhatitsearth.teemill.com Don't forget to subscribe, find us on Instagram, Facebook and Twitter, and leave us a review! Thanks to Mark Skinner Sound for our brilliant intro and outro music.

This week we're wandering through the topics of rewilding and reforestation! We find out how many trees we would need to help the UK become 'carbon neutral', learn about some of the amazing projects in Scotland, Yosemite and Mauritius in which fantastic teams of conservationists are restoring whole ecosystems and reintroducing species, and explore the ways in which taking inspiration from Mother Nature herself could help us save the world. Oh, and did you know that planting trees can sometimes be a bad thing? You'll have to listen to find out why! If you'd like to support the podcast, you can get a sustainable FWIE teeshirt here: <a href="https://forwhatitsearth.teemill.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://forwhatitsearth.teemill.com</a> Don't forget to subscribe, find us on <a href="https://www.instagram.com/forwhatitsearthpodcast/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Instagram</a>, <a href="https://www.facebook.com/forwhatitsearthpodcast/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Facebook</a> and <a href="https://twitter.com/whatearthpod" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Twitter</a>, and leave us a review! Thanks to Mark Skinner Sound for our brilliant intro and outro music.

17: Rewildling and reforestation: Can trees save the planet?

Libby Bowles

Marine conservationist and educator, Libby Bowles, joins us to chat about her journey across New Zealand on a bamboo bicycle, discussed why she's dedicated her time to educating kids about plastic pollution and shared her wisdom on how to live a more sustainable life in a genuinely helpful, less 'I'm doing this for Instagram' kind of a way! We featured a few minutes of her interview on our 'Plastics - What Can We Do?' episode, but as all of her stories are packed full of inspiration and advice, this bonus episode consists of the whole chat. You can find out more from Libby on Instagram (@treadlighterlib) or on her website www.treadlighter.org.   Get in touch: Instagram @forwhatitsearthpodcast Facebook /ForWhatItsEarth Twitter @WhatEarthPod   Theme music and sound mixed by Mark Skinner.

Marine conservationist and educator, Libby Bowles, joins us to chat about her journey across New Zealand on a bamboo bicycle, discussed why she's dedicated her time to educating kids about plastic pollution and shared her wisdom on how to live a more sustainable life in a genuinely helpful, less 'I'm doing this for Instagram' kind of a way! We featured a few minutes of her interview on our 'Plastics - What Can We Do?' episode, but as all of her stories are packed full of inspiration and advice, this bonus episode consists of the whole chat. You can find out more from Libby on Instagram (@treadlighterlib) or on her website <a href="http://www.treadlighter.org" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.treadlighter.org</a>. Get in touch: Instagram @forwhatitsearthpodcast Facebook /ForWhatItsEarth Twitter @WhatEarthPod Theme music and sound mixed by Mark Skinner.

11: Libby Bowles: Marine Conservation, Plastics, Sustainable Living and Bamboo Bicycle Trips

Children have gone on strike from schools, Extinction Rebellion has occupied our headlines and our cities, and now the UK has declared a Climate Emergency, as have many individual towns, cities and communities - Universities, even!  But what has the Greta-effect actually had on the UK, and what does declaring a very official sounding (but not actually very officially-binding) Climate Emergency even mean? Things we chatted about: WWF Climate Emergency Demand Action Petition: https://www.wwf.org.uk/fight-climate-change Friend's of the Earth's to-do list for the UK Government to address climate change: https://friendsoftheearth.uk/climate-change/climate-emergency-plan?gclid=Cj0KCQjwz6PnBRCPARIsANOtCw1k4RA1FFWRIuMw9O-PIw07hXL4QRiu90QFsUuWWXPsU-0l78IzG-YaAnbyEALw_wcB The Guardian, 'We must mobilise for the climate emergency like we do in wartime. Where is the climate minister?': https://www.theguardian.com/environment/commentisfree/2019/jun/03/we-must-mobilise-for-the-climate-emergency-like-we-do-in-war-time-where-is-the-climate-minister   Instagram @forwhatitsearthpodcast Facebook /ForWhatItsEarth Twitter @WhatEarthPod   Sound mixed by Mark Skinner

Children have gone on strike from schools, Extinction Rebellion has occupied our headlines and our cities, and now the UK has declared a Climate Emergency, as have many individual towns, cities and communities - Universities, even!  But what has the Greta-effect actually had on the UK, and what does declaring a very official sounding (but not actually very officially-binding) Climate Emergency even mean? Things we chatted about: WWF Climate Emergency Demand Action Petition: <a href="https://www.wwf.org.uk/fight-climate-change" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.wwf.org.uk/fight-climate-change</a> Friend's of the Earth's to-do list for the UK Government to address climate change: <a href="https://friendsoftheearth.uk/climate-change/climate-emergency-plan?gclid=Cj0KCQjwz6PnBRCPARIsANOtCw1k4RA1FFWRIuMw9O-PIw07hXL4QRiu90QFsUuWWXPsU-0l78IzG-YaAnbyEALw_wcB" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://friendsoftheearth.uk/climate-change/climate-emergency-plan?gclid=Cj0KCQjwz6PnBRCPARIsANOtCw1k4RA1FFWRIuMw9O-PIw07hXL4QRiu90QFsUuWWXPsU-0l78IzG-YaAnbyEALw_wcB</a> The Guardian, 'We must mobilise for the climate emergency like we do in wartime. Where is the climate minister?': <a href="https://www.theguardian.com/environment/commentisfree/2019/jun/03/we-must-mobilise-for-the-climate-emergency-like-we-do-in-war-time-where-is-the-climate-minister" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.theguardian.com/environment/commentisfree/2019/jun/03/we-must-mobilise-for-the-climate-emergency-like-we-do-in-war-time-where-is-the-climate-minister</a> Instagram @forwhatitsearthpodcast Facebook /ForWhatItsEarth Twitter @WhatEarthPod Sound mixed by Mark Skinner

12: Climate Emergency: What Does That Even Mean?

Hello from the Arctic! In this cheeky bonus episode, we're sharing an episode of one of the podcasts that Emma has been working on in northern Sweden this summer, for the Climate Impacts Research Centre. She's joining Ryan and Lottie from Imperial College London for a day out on the mountain, catching and recording Arctic bumblebees!  Click here for more episodes of Field Notes on Climate Change, and here for more information on the Climate Impacts Research Centre.   Keep in touch and let us know what you want to hear in season two: Instagram @forwhatitsearthpodcast Facebook /ForWhatItsEarth Twitter @WhatEarthPod   Theme music by Mark Skinner.

Hello from the Arctic! In this cheeky bonus episode, we're sharing an episode of one of the podcasts that Emma has been working on in northern Sweden this summer, for the Climate Impacts Research Centre. She's joining Ryan and Lottie from Imperial College London for a day out on the mountain, catching and recording Arctic bumblebees!  Click here for more episodes of <a href="https://www.arcticcirc.net/podcast-field-notes-on-climate-change" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Field Notes on Climate Change,</a> and here for more information on the <a href="https://www.arcticcirc.net/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Climate Impacts Research Centre.</a> Keep in touch and let us know what you want to hear in season two: Instagram @forwhatitsearthpodcast Facebook /ForWhatItsEarth Twitter @WhatEarthPod Theme music by Mark Skinner.

14: BONUS Episode! Arctic Bumblebees & Climate Change

Emma and Lloyd are back for season two of For What It's Earth! To kick off our next batch of sustainability podcasts, we're celebrating Greta Thunberg's sail across the Atlantic to raise awareness the need for us to reduce our carbon emissions, and, because trans-Atlantic boat journeys aren't always feasible, we're exploring other ways that we can make our travels more sustainable. We're also dead chuffed to now be working with Teemill to produce some snazzy, organic cotton sustainable teeshirts, the very tiny proceeds of which go towards helping us keep producing this podcast for free. Get yours here: https://forwhatitsearth.teemill.com   Don't forget to subscribe, find us on Instagram, Facebook and Twitter, and leave us a review!   Thanks to Mark Skinner for our intro and outro music.

Emma and Lloyd are back for season two of For What It's Earth! To kick off our next batch of sustainability podcasts, we're celebrating Greta Thunberg's sail across the Atlantic to raise awareness the need for us to reduce our carbon emissions, and, because trans-Atlantic boat journeys aren't always feasible, we're exploring other ways that we can make our travels more sustainable. We're also dead chuffed to now be working with Teemill to produce some snazzy, organic cotton sustainable teeshirts, the very tiny proceeds of which go towards helping us keep producing this podcast for free. Get yours here: <a href="https://forwhatitsearth.teemill.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://forwhatitsearth.teemill.com</a> Don't forget to subscribe, find us on <a href="https://www.instagram.com/forwhatitsearthpodcast/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Instagram</a>, <a href="https://www.facebook.com/forwhatitsearthpodcast/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Facebook</a> and <a href="https://twitter.com/whatearthpod" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Twitter</a>, and leave us a review! Thanks to Mark Skinner for our intro and outro music.

15: How Can We Travel More Sustainably?

Happy Christmas! This week we're kicking off the festive season by sharing some of our favourite ideas for making this Christmas a real hoot without it being hard on the environment. Links we mentioned: Recycle Now's local Christmas tree recycling finder: https://www.recyclenow.com/local-recycling?rlw-initial-path=places/all%3Fmaterials%3D97 Furoshiki Japanese Fabric Wrapping: https://www.1millionwomen.com.au/blog/how-furoshiki-japanese-fabric-wrapping/ Seedboms: https://kabloom.co.uk/ (Head over to our Instagram, Facebook and Twitter for your chance to win two!) Don't forget to subscribe, leave us a review and keep in touch with us on social media. Get yourself an organic cotton, sustainable FWIE teeshirt here: https://forwhatitsearth.teemill.com The very tiny proceeds of which go towards helping us keep producing this podcast for free and allow us to travel to speak to brilliant individuals. Thanks also to Mark Skinner for our intro and outro music.

Happy Christmas! This week we're kicking off the festive season by sharing some of our favourite ideas for making this Christmas a real hoot without it being hard on the environment. Links we mentioned: Recycle Now's local Christmas tree recycling finder: <a href="https://www.recyclenow.com/local-recycling?rlw-initial-path=places/all%3Fmaterials%3D97" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.recyclenow.com/local-recycling?rlw-initial-path=places/all%3Fmaterials%3D97</a> Furoshiki Japanese Fabric Wrapping: <a href="https://www.1millionwomen.com.au/blog/how-furoshiki-japanese-fabric-wrapping/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.1millionwomen.com.au/blog/how-furoshiki-japanese-fabric-wrapping/</a> Seedboms: <a href="https://kabloom.co.uk/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://kabloom.co.uk/</a> (Head over to our <a href="https://www.instagram.com/forwhatitsearthpodcast/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Instagram</a>, <a href="https://www.facebook.com/forwhatitsearthpodcast/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Facebook</a> and <a href="https://twitter.com/whatearthpod" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Twitter </a>for your chance to win two!) Don't forget to subscribe, leave us a review and keep in touch with us on social media. Get yourself an organic cotton, sustainable FWIE teeshirt here: <a href="https://forwhatitsearth.teemill.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://forwhatitsearth.teemill.com</a> The very tiny proceeds of which go towards helping us keep producing this podcast for free and allow us to travel to speak to brilliant individuals. Thanks also to Mark Skinner for our intro and outro music.

19: Happy Holidays: How To Be Sustainable at Christmas!

Nancy Grimm

This week Emma's chatting to Dr Nancy Grimm @DrNitrogen from Arizona State University about sustainable architecture, and her research and role in designing our cities to better prepare them (and us) to handle climate change, which is bringing more frequent and extreme weather events. Don't forget to subscribe, leave us a review and keep in touch with us on Instagram, Facebook and Twitter! Get yourself an organic cotton, sustainable FWIE teeshirt here: https://forwhatitsearth.teemill.com The very tiny proceeds of which go towards helping us keep producing this podcast for free and allow us to travel to speak to brilliant individuals. Thanks also to Mark Skinner for our intro and outro music.

This week Emma's chatting to Dr Nancy Grimm <a href="https://twitter.com/DrNitrogen" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@DrNitrogen</a> from Arizona State University about sustainable architecture, and her research and role in designing our cities to better prepare them (and us) to handle climate change, which is bringing more frequent and extreme weather events. Don't forget to subscribe, leave us a review and keep in touch with us on <a href="https://www.instagram.com/forwhatitsearthpodcast/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Instagram</a>, <a href="https://www.facebook.com/forwhatitsearthpodcast/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Facebook</a> and <a href="https://twitter.com/whatearthpod" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Twitter!</a> Get yourself an organic cotton, sustainable FWIE teeshirt here: <a href="https://forwhatitsearth.teemill.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://forwhatitsearth.teemill.com</a> The very tiny proceeds of which go towards helping us keep producing this podcast for free and allow us to travel to speak to brilliant individuals. Thanks also to Mark Skinner for our intro and outro music.

20: Sustainable Cities: Nancy Grimm on Future-Proofing For Climate Change

Dan Rouse

This week Lloyd speaks to the completely lovely Dan Rouse, ornithologist and wildlife presenter! Find out more about how to look after our birdlife, how to make your garden super wildlife-friendly, how to get the best from bird boxes, and how fulmars use vomiting to protect their chicks. This is the first in our efforts this series to sprinkle more interviews and interesting chats with brilliant people. This one was recorded in the park earlier this summer, so you can hear more birdsong than you would in our usual studio. Get your organic cotton FWIE podcast tee here: https://forwhatitsearth.teemill.com Don't forget to subscribe, find us on Instagram, Facebook and Twitter, and leave us a review! Thanks to Mark Skinner for our intro and outro music.

This week Lloyd speaks to the completely lovely Dan Rouse, ornithologist and wildlife presenter! Find out more about how to look after our birdlife, how to make your garden super wildlife-friendly, how to get the best from bird boxes, and how fulmars use vomiting to protect their chicks. This is the first in our efforts this series to sprinkle more interviews and interesting chats with brilliant people. This one was recorded in the park earlier this summer, so you can hear more birdsong than you would in our usual studio. Get your organic cotton FWIE podcast tee here: <a href="https://forwhatitsearth.teemill.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://forwhatitsearth.teemill.com</a> Don't forget to subscribe, find us on <a href="https://www.instagram.com/forwhatitsearthpodcast/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Instagram</a>, <a href="https://www.facebook.com/forwhatitsearthpodcast/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Facebook</a> and <a href="https://twitter.com/whatearthpod" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Twitter</a>, and leave us a review! Thanks to Mark Skinner for our intro and outro music.

16: British Birds and Wildlife-Friendly Gardens, with Dan Rouse

Getting sloshed, sustainably… This week we’re raising a glass and toasting the end of series 2 of For What It’s Earth, by taking a look at the environmental footprint of the alcohol industry. From the packaging used and the carbon footprint associated with your bottle or can’s transport around the globe, to the amount of water or energy used in the crop growing or distilling process, it turns out, there’s rather a lot to think about. Find out what we recommend you consider when deciding on your next tipple of choice, and explore some of the companies that we’ve found that use waste products, partner with environmental organisations or use closed-loop systems to brew beverages that are good for the planet, as well as the consumer. Always drink responsibly.   Find For What It's Earth on Instagram, Facebook and Twitter. Don't forget to leave us a review on your podcast platform - it helps new listeners find the podcast!

Getting sloshed, sustainably… This week we’re raising a glass and toasting the end of series 2 of For What It’s Earth, by taking a look at the environmental footprint of the alcohol industry. From the packaging used and the carbon footprint associated with your bottle or can’s transport around the globe, to the amount of water or energy used in the crop growing or distilling process, it turns out, there’s rather a lot to think about. Find out what we recommend you consider when deciding on your next tipple of choice, and explore some of the companies that we’ve found that use waste products, partner with environmental organisations or use closed-loop systems to brew beverages that are good for the planet, as well as the consumer. Always drink responsibly. Find For What It's Earth on <a href="https://www.instagram.com/forwhatitsearthpodcast/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Instagram</a>, <a href="https://www.facebook.com/forwhatitsearthpodcast/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Facebook</a> and <a href="https://twitter.com/whatearthpod" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Twitter.</a> Don't forget to leave us a review on your podcast platform - it helps new listeners find the podcast!

33: Alcohol: Getting sloshed, sustainably (and responsibly)

In this episode, we find out why butterflies (and moths!) are an essential part of our ecosystems, learn about why they're under threat and in decline, and explore ways in which we can protect these beautiful pollinators from our own homes. As we're also recording separately and practising social distancing, we're also sharing some top tips for making sure you still get your nature fix while in lockdown - whether you've got a garden, window boxes or just the internet to help!   Our Google Doc of things to do to connect with nature while we're in lockdown: https://l.facebook.com/l.php?u=https%3A%2F%2Fdocs.google.com%2Fdocument%2Fd%2F1_h8LaUrQFzkLJ-_Bkh8-a8bKFeQhFGGi1eTolZMWOHo%2Fedit%3Fusp%3Dsharing%26fbclid%3DIwAR0wfwhMfk3Ogfzn0GbW9cvbzm-K1xBpeofsugo0Bu6HjyC0Kb5VKXxIS9w&amp;h=AT27U9HoKKTX9HkXyldY2j_uu9N4iAGnyo96kpKGGOJYOm5oazCwecDs_56JPe6s9SPMj7yIOXYQvoNXHZ2QllpQfugAvmxcbzvYF9AWlvb2vLA4-o4DqLtCQEBR0AXLo1hCBfrh  This list is full of podcast, YouTube, app and reading ideas to keep family members of all ages (and the environment) happy at this time. Got anything to add to the list? Let us know and we'll include it!   Find For What It's Earth on Instagram, Facebook and Twitter. Don't forget to leave us a review on your podcast platform - it helps new listeners find the podcast!   Sources: Butterfly Conservation: https://butterfly-conservation.org/   A guide to the best plants for nectar for different butterfly species: https://butterfly-conservation.org/sites/default/files/butterflynectardownload.pdf   Make a butterfly banquet: https://www.rspb.org.uk/get-involved/activities/give-nature-a-home-in-your-garden/garden-activities/makeabutterflybanquet/   Make fat balls for birds: https://www.rspb.org.uk/fun-and-learning/for-kids/games-and-activities/activities/make-a-speedy-bird-cake/   How to make a hedgehog feeder: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FY6-1rQb294   Inside the Petri Dish Podcast on Coronaviris: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/working-on-a-coronavirus-ward-dr-harry-ferguson/id1317403844?i=1000468655506    We have tees! Get yourself a sustainable FWIE teeshirt here: https://forwhatitsearth.teemill.com Wonderful theme music by Mark Skinner Sound

In this episode, we find out why butterflies (and moths!) are an essential part of our ecosystems, learn about why they're under threat and in decline, and explore ways in which we can protect these beautiful pollinators from our own homes. As we're also recording separately and practising social distancing, we're also sharing some top tips for making sure you still get your nature fix while in lockdown - whether you've got a garden, window boxes or just the internet to help! Our Google Doc of things to do to connect with nature while we're in lockdown: <a href="https://l.facebook.com/l.php?u=https%3A%2F%2Fdocs.google.com%2Fdocument%2Fd%2F1_h8LaUrQFzkLJ-_Bkh8-a8bKFeQhFGGi1eTolZMWOHo%2Fedit%3Fusp%3Dsharing%26fbclid%3DIwAR0wfwhMfk3Ogfzn0GbW9cvbzm-K1xBpeofsugo0Bu6HjyC0Kb5VKXxIS9w&amp;h=AT27U9HoKKTX9HkXyldY2j_uu9N4iAGnyo96kpKGGOJYOm5oazCwecDs_56JPe6s9SPMj7yIOXYQvoNXHZ2QllpQfugAvmxcbzvYF9AWlvb2vLA4-o4DqLtCQEBR0AXLo1hCBfrh" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://l.facebook.com/l.php?u=https%3A%2F%2Fdocs.google.com%2Fdocument%2Fd%2F1_h8LaUrQFzkLJ-_Bkh8-a8bKFeQhFGGi1eTolZMWOHo%2Fedit%3Fusp%3Dsharing%26fbclid%3DIwAR0wfwhMfk3Ogfzn0GbW9cvbzm-K1xBpeofsugo0Bu6HjyC0Kb5VKXxIS9w&amp;h=AT27U9HoKKTX9HkXyldY2j_uu9N4iAGnyo96kpKGGOJYOm5oazCwecDs_56JPe6s9SPMj7yIOXYQvoNXHZ2QllpQfugAvmxcbzvYF9AWlvb2vLA4-o4DqLtCQEBR0AXLo1hCBfrh</a> This list is full of podcast, YouTube, app and reading ideas to keep family members of all ages (and the environment) happy at this time. Got anything to add to the list? Let us know and we'll include it! Find For What It's Earth on <a href="https://www.instagram.com/forwhatitsearthpodcast/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Instagram</a>, <a href="https://www.facebook.com/forwhatitsearthpodcast/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Facebook</a> and <a href="https://twitter.com/whatearthpod" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Twitter.</a> Don't forget to leave us a review on your podcast platform - it helps new listeners find the podcast! Sources: Butterfly Conservation: <a href="https://butterfly-conservation.org/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://butterfly-conservation.org/</a> A guide to the best plants for nectar for different butterfly species: <a href="https://butterfly-conservation.org/sites/default/files/butterflynectardownload.pdf" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://butterfly-conservation.org/sites/default/files/butterflynectardownload.pdf</a> Make a butterfly banquet: <a href="https://www.rspb.org.uk/get-involved/activities/give-nature-a-home-in-your-garden/garden-activities/makeabutterflybanquet/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.rspb.org.uk/get-involved/activities/give-nature-a-home-in-your-garden/garden-activities/makeabutterflybanquet/</a> Make fat balls for birds: <a href="https://www.rspb.org.uk/fun-and-learning/for-kids/games-and-activities/activities/make-a-speedy-bird-cake/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.rspb.org.uk/fun-and-learning/for-kids/games-and-activities/activities/make-a-speedy-bird-cake/</a> How to make a hedgehog feeder: <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FY6-1rQb294" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FY6-1rQb294</a> Inside the Petri Dish Podcast on Coronaviris: <a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/working-on-a-coronavirus-ward-dr-harry-ferguson/id1317403844?i=1000468655506" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/working-on-a-coronavirus-ward-dr-harry-ferguson/id1317403844?i=1000468655506</a> We have tees! Get yourself a sustainable FWIE teeshirt here: <a href="https://forwhatitsearth.teemill.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://forwhatitsearth.teemill.com</a> Wonderful theme music by Mark Skinner Sound

32: Save the Butterflies, PLUS getting your nature fix during lockdown

As our population grows and so too does our consumption of resources, this week Emma and Lloyd are exploring why one of life’s most essential resources is becoming more and more scarce around the world. We look at the causes of water scarcity, explore big ideas for dealing with it and find out what easy changes we can make in our daily lives that can reduce our personal water usage.   Sources: Ted Talk: We need to track water like we track the weather: https://www.ted.com/talks/sonaar_luthra_we_need_to_track_the_world_s_water_like_we_track_the_weather/transcript?language=en Countryfile: Saving water in the UK https://www.countryfile.com/news/water-shortage-in-the-uk-whats-the-problem-and-how-to-save-water/ WWF: Water Scarcity https://www.worldwildlife.org/threats/water-scarcity Reclaim Your Sh*t book: https://www.crowdfunder.co.uk/why-do-we-use-drinking-water-in UN Water: https://www.unwater.org/water-facts/scarcity/ Experts on water scarcity: https://www.resilience.org/stories/2020-02-04/vital-implications-on-water-scarcity-according-to-14-experts/ BBC: Water shortages in England: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-47620228  Nestle being generally terrible for the planet: https://www.theguardian.com/environment/2019/oct/29/the-fight-over-water-how-nestle-dries-up-us-creeks-to-sell-water-in-plastic-bottles   Find For What It's Earth on Instagram, Facebook and Twitter. Don't forget to leave us a review on your podcast platform - it helps new listeners find the podcast!

As our population grows and so too does our consumption of resources, this week Emma and Lloyd are exploring why one of life’s most essential resources is becoming more and more scarce around the world. We look at the causes of water scarcity, explore big ideas for dealing with it and find out what easy changes we can make in our daily lives that can reduce our personal water usage. Sources: Ted Talk: We need to track water like we track the weather: <a href="https://www.ted.com/talks/sonaar_luthra_we_need_to_track_the_world_s_water_like_we_track_the_weather/transcript?language=en" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.ted.com/talks/sonaar_luthra_we_need_to_track_the_world_s_water_like_we_track_the_weather/transcript?language=en</a> Countryfile: Saving water in the UK <a href="https://www.countryfile.com/news/water-shortage-in-the-uk-whats-the-problem-and-how-to-save-water/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.countryfile.com/news/water-shortage-in-the-uk-whats-the-problem-and-how-to-save-water/</a> WWF: Water Scarcity <a href="https://www.worldwildlife.org/threats/water-scarcity" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.worldwildlife.org/threats/water-scarcity</a> Reclaim Your Sh*t book: <a href="https://www.crowdfunder.co.uk/why-do-we-use-drinking-water-in" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.crowdfunder.co.uk/why-do-we-use-drinking-water-in</a> UN Water: <a href="https://www.unwater.org/water-facts/scarcity/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.unwater.org/water-facts/scarcity/</a> Experts on water scarcity: <a href="https://www.resilience.org/stories/2020-02-04/vital-implications-on-water-scarcity-according-to-14-experts/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.resilience.org/stories/2020-02-04/vital-implications-on-water-scarcity-according-to-14-experts/</a> BBC: Water shortages in England: <a href="https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-47620228" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-47620228</a> Nestle being generally terrible for the planet: <a href="https://www.theguardian.com/environment/2019/oct/29/the-fight-over-water-how-nestle-dries-up-us-creeks-to-sell-water-in-plastic-bottles" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.theguardian.com/environment/2019/oct/29/the-fight-over-water-how-nestle-dries-up-us-creeks-to-sell-water-in-plastic-bottles</a> Find For What It's Earth on <a href="https://www.instagram.com/forwhatitsearthpodcast/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Instagram</a>, <a href="https://www.facebook.com/forwhatitsearthpodcast/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Facebook</a> and <a href="https://twitter.com/whatearthpod" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Twitter.</a> Don't forget to leave us a review on your podcast platform - it helps new listeners find the podcast!

31: Water Scarcity: water, water everywhere, but not a drop to drink

Dave Gardner

Dave Gardner, host of GrowthBusters Podcast and The Overpopulation Podcast joins Emma this week to talk about climate change’s uncomfortable truth: We’re struggling with overpopulation. We need to do something about our population size and our rate of consumption. How do you deal with that without telling women what to do with their bodies? Download the episode to find out! We even got Dave to answer YOUR listener questions! Find For What It's Earth on Instagram, Facebook and Twitter. Don't forget to leave us a review on your podcast platform - it helps new listeners find the podcast!   Things we spoke about in the episode: One Planet One Child campaign and fundraiser: https://fundrazr.com/oneplanetonechild Thailand’s cops and rubbers campaign: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6l4loplFtYg 8 Billion Angels: https://8billionangels.org/ Growthbusters Podcast: https://www.growthbusters.org/podcast/

Dave Gardner, host of GrowthBusters Podcast and The Overpopulation Podcast joins Emma this week to talk about climate change’s uncomfortable truth: We’re struggling with overpopulation. We need to do something about our population size and our rate of consumption. How do you deal with that without telling women what to do with their bodies? Download the episode to find out! We even got Dave to answer YOUR listener questions! Find For What It's Earth on <a href="https://www.instagram.com/forwhatitsearthpodcast/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Instagram</a>, <a href="https://www.facebook.com/forwhatitsearthpodcast/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Facebook</a> and <a href="https://twitter.com/whatearthpod" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Twitter.</a> Don't forget to leave us a review on your podcast platform - it helps new listeners find the podcast! Things we spoke about in the episode: One Planet One Child campaign and fundraiser: <a href="https://fundrazr.com/oneplanetonechild" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://fundrazr.com/oneplanetonechild</a> Thailand’s cops and rubbers campaign: <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6l4loplFtYg" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6l4loplFtYg</a> 8 Billion Angels: <a href="https://8billionangels.org/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://8billionangels.org/</a> Growthbusters Podcast: <a href="https://www.growthbusters.org/podcast/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.growthbusters.org/podcast/</a>

30: Overpopulation: Climate Change‘s Uncomfortable Truth? With Dave Gardner

With the UK still recovering from the flooding caused by Storm Dennis and Storm Ciara, we’re looking at the news this week. We're exploring the links between flooding, intense weather events and climate change, and whether there's much we can do about it. And that means, of course, we're also taking BEAVERS. Emma gets pretty enthusiastic about nature’s natural flood management squad, which are currently being trialled in Devon and Cornwall... #morebeaverforbritain  Find For What It's Earth on Instagram, Facebook and Twitter. Don't forget to leave us a review on your podcast platform - it helps new listeners find the podcast!   Things we spoke about: Beavers in Britain &amp; the Devon Wildlife Trust: https://www.wildlifetrusts.org/saving-species/beavers Is flooding in our future? https://www.carbonbrief.org/how-much-flooding-is-in-the-uks-future-a-look-at-the-ipcc-report  Building houses on flood plains: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-england-51584946 Beavers: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-wales-51575650

With the UK still recovering from the flooding caused by Storm Dennis and Storm Ciara, we’re looking at the news this week. We're exploring the links between flooding, intense weather events and climate change, and whether there's much we can do about it. And that means, of course, we're also taking BEAVERS. Emma gets pretty enthusiastic about nature’s natural flood management squad, which are currently being trialled in Devon and Cornwall... #morebeaverforbritain  Find For What It's Earth on <a href="https://www.instagram.com/forwhatitsearthpodcast/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Instagram</a>, <a href="https://www.facebook.com/forwhatitsearthpodcast/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Facebook</a> and <a href="https://twitter.com/whatearthpod" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Twitter.</a> Don't forget to leave us a review on your podcast platform - it helps new listeners find the podcast! Things we spoke about: Beavers in Britain &amp; the Devon Wildlife Trust: <a href="https://www.wildlifetrusts.org/saving-species/beavers" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.wildlifetrusts.org/saving-species/beavers</a> Is flooding in our future? <a href="https://www.carbonbrief.org/how-much-flooding-is-in-the-uks-future-a-look-at-the-ipcc-report" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.carbonbrief.org/how-much-flooding-is-in-the-uks-future-a-look-at-the-ipcc-report</a> Building houses on flood plains: <a href="https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-england-51584946" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-england-51584946</a> Beavers: <a href="https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-wales-51575650" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-wales-51575650</a>

29: Flooding: Can we blame climate change? Can we do anything about it?

Renewable energy! What is it, how does it work, and how can you switch supplier? Some of the most common renewable energy questions are answered in this episode as we explore on-shore and off-shore wind, solar, biomass and nuclear energy. Find us on Instagram, Facebook and Twitter, and leave us a review - it helps new listeners find the podcast!   Things we spoke about: Which? Understanding solar panels: https://www.which.co.uk/reviews/solar-panels/article/solar-panels/how-does-solar-pv-work Which? How green is your energy tariff: https://www.which.co.uk/news/2019/09/how-green-is-your-energy-tariff/ Solar panel smart export guarantee: https://www.which.co.uk/reviews/solar-panels/article/smart-export-guarantee-explained  Biomass: https://www.ovoenergy.com/guides/energy-sources/bio-fuels.html USwitch green energy supplier comparison: hhttps://www.uswitch.com/gas-electricity/green-energy/   We have tees! Get yourself a sustainable FWIE teeshirt here: https://forwhatitsearth.teemill.com Wonderful theme music by Mark Skinner Sound 

Renewable energy! What is it, how does it work, and how can you switch supplier? Some of the most common renewable energy questions are answered in this episode as we explore on-shore and off-shore wind, solar, biomass and nuclear energy. Find us on <a href="https://www.instagram.com/forwhatitsearthpodcast/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Instagram</a>, <a href="https://www.facebook.com/forwhatitsearthpodcast/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Facebook</a> and <a href="https://twitter.com/whatearthpod" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Twitter</a>, and leave us a review - it helps new listeners find the podcast! Things we spoke about: Which? Understanding solar panels: <a href="https://www.which.co.uk/reviews/solar-panels/article/solar-panels/how-does-solar-pv-work" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.which.co.uk/reviews/solar-panels/article/solar-panels/how-does-solar-pv-work</a> Which? How green is your energy tariff: <a href="https://www.which.co.uk/news/2019/09/how-green-is-your-energy-tariff/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.which.co.uk/news/2019/09/how-green-is-your-energy-tariff/</a> Solar panel smart export guarantee: <a href="https://www.which.co.uk/reviews/solar-panels/article/smart-export-guarantee-explained" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.which.co.uk/reviews/solar-panels/article/smart-export-guarantee-explained</a> Biomass: <a href="https://www.ovoenergy.com/guides/energy-sources/bio-fuels.html" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.ovoenergy.com/guides/energy-sources/bio-fuels.html</a> USwitch green energy supplier comparison: <a href="https://www.uswitch.com/gas-electricity/suppliers/green-energy-uk/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">h</a><a href="https://www.uswitch.com/gas-electricity/green-energy/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.uswitch.com/gas-electricity/green-energy/</a> We have tees! Get yourself a sustainable FWIE teeshirt here: <a href="https://forwhatitsearth.teemill.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://forwhatitsearth.teemill.com</a> Wonderful theme music by Mark Skinner Sound

26: Renewable Energy: How it Works, Sources and Switching

Roxy Furman

AKA Roxy the Zoologist, this lovely activist and wildlife filmmaker joins Emma this week to chat about all things vegan, how social media and activism can come hand in hand, and teaches us how to make oat milk.    Follow Roxy on Instagram here: https://www.instagram.com/roxythezoologist/ Check out her sustainable supermarket, Zephy EcoMarket: https://www.zephyrecomarket.co.uk/ Organic underwear company which donate pants each time you purchase: https://www.youunderwear.com/   Find us on Instagram, Facebook and Twitter, and please do leave us a review - it helps new listeners find the podcast! We have FWIE podcast tees! Treat yourself to a wonderfully sustainable, organic cotton and low-waste teeshirt here: https://forwhatitsearth.teemill.com Wonderful theme music by Mark Skinner Sound.

AKA Roxy the Zoologist, this lovely activist and wildlife filmmaker joins Emma this week to chat about all things vegan, how social media and activism can come hand in hand, and teaches us how to make oat milk.  Follow Roxy on Instagram here: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/roxythezoologist/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.instagram.com/roxythezoologist/</a> Check out her sustainable supermarket, Zephy EcoMarket: <a href="https://www.zephyrecomarket.co.uk/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.zephyrecomarket.co.uk/</a> Organic underwear company which donate pants each time you purchase: <a href="https://www.youunderwear.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.youunderwear.com/</a> Find us on <a href="https://www.instagram.com/forwhatitsearthpodcast/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Instagram</a>, <a href="https://www.facebook.com/forwhatitsearthpodcast/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Facebook</a> and <a href="https://twitter.com/whatearthpod" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Twitter</a>, and please do leave us a review - it helps new listeners find the podcast! We have FWIE podcast tees! Treat yourself to a wonderfully sustainable, organic cotton and low-waste teeshirt here: <a href="https://forwhatitsearth.teemill.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://forwhatitsearth.teemill.com</a> Wonderful theme music by Mark Skinner Sound.

27: Roxy Furman on Vegan Diets, Activism and Low-Impact Living

It’s a fun one this week as we explore some of the most interesting and unusual sustainability solutions and environment-saving action plans the internet has to offer! We’re talking about robot-bees, plastics made from fish waste, bicycles and towers which suck smog out from the air, toilets which convert urine into electricity, shower curtains which grow spikes to kick you out and save water… aaannd all kinds of other things! If you’ve heard of any cool climate or sustainability solutions recently, let us know! We LOVE hearing about them. Find us on Instagram, Facebook and Twitter, and leave us a review - it helps new listeners find the podcast!   Things we spoke about: - Marinatex plastic made from organic fish waste: https://www.jamesdysonaward.org/2019/project/marinatex/ - Spiky shower curtain: https://www.huffingtonpost.co.uk/entry/spiky-shower-curtain-gets-you-out-of-hot-water-to-help-save-the-environment_n_55b65012e4b0224d8832caeb?ri18n=true - Tokyo Electricity Forecast:  http://www.tepco.co.jp/en/forecast/html/index-e.html - Smog-free bicycles:https://www.studioroosegaarde.net/project/smog-free-bicycle - Beijing smog-sucking tower: https://www.studioroosegaarde.net/project/smog-free-tower https://www.fastcompany.com/40421177/this-giant-smog-vacuum-cleaner-in-china-actually-works - Building underneath glaciers and ice sheets: https://www.theguardian.com/environment/2018/sep/20/build-walls-on-seafloor-to-stop-glaciers-melting-scientists-say - Harvard's Robo-Bees:https://wyss.harvard.edu/technology/robobees-autonomous-flying-microrobots/ - Nigeria Plastic Bottle Houses: https://www.dw.com/en/doing-your-bit-nigerias-houses-made-from-plastic-bottles/av-48013059 https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-africa-14722179   We have tees! Get yourself a sustainable FWIE teeshirt here: https://forwhatitsearth.teemill.com Wonderful theme music by Mark Skinner Sound 

It’s a fun one this week as we explore some of the most interesting and unusual sustainability solutions and environment-saving action plans the internet has to offer! We’re talking about robot-bees, plastics made from fish waste, bicycles and towers which suck smog out from the air, toilets which convert urine into electricity, shower curtains which grow spikes to kick you out and save water… aaannd all kinds of other things! If you’ve heard of any cool climate or sustainability solutions recently, let us know! We LOVE hearing about them. Find us on <a href="https://www.instagram.com/forwhatitsearthpodcast/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Instagram</a>, <a href="https://www.facebook.com/forwhatitsearthpodcast/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Facebook</a> and <a href="https://twitter.com/whatearthpod" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Twitter</a>, and leave us a review - it helps new listeners find the podcast! Things we spoke about: - Marinatex plastic made from organic fish waste: <a href="https://www.jamesdysonaward.org/2019/project/marinatex/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.jamesdysonaward.org/2019/project/marinatex/</a> - Spiky shower curtain: <a href="https://www.huffingtonpost.co.uk/entry/spiky-shower-curtain-gets-you-out-of-hot-water-to-help-save-the-environment_n_55b65012e4b0224d8832caeb?ri18n=true" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.huffingtonpost.co.uk/entry/spiky-shower-curtain-gets-you-out-of-hot-water-to-help-save-the-environment_n_55b65012e4b0224d8832caeb?ri18n=true</a> - Tokyo Electricity Forecast: <a href="http://www.tepco.co.jp/en/forecast/html/index-e.html" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">http://www.tepco.co.jp/en/forecast/html/index-e.html</a> - Smog-free bicycles:<a href="https://www.studioroosegaarde.net/project/smog-free-bicycle" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.studioroosegaarde.net/project/smog-free-bicycle</a> - Beijing smog-sucking tower: <a href="https://www.studioroosegaarde.net/project/smog-free-tower" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.studioroosegaarde.net/project/smog-free-tower</a> <a href="https://www.fastcompany.com/40421177/this-giant-smog-vacuum-cleaner-in-china-actually-works" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.fastcompany.com/40421177/this-giant-smog-vacuum-cleaner-in-china-actually-works</a> - Building underneath glaciers and ice sheets: <a href="https://www.theguardian.com/environment/2018/sep/20/build-walls-on-seafloor-to-stop-glaciers-melting-scientists-say" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.theguardian.com/environment/2018/sep/20/build-walls-on-seafloor-to-stop-glaciers-melting-scientists-say</a> - Harvard's Robo-Bees:<a href="https://wyss.harvard.edu/technology/robobees-autonomous-flying-microrobots/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://wyss.harvard.edu/technology/robobees-autonomous-flying-microrobots/</a> - Nigeria Plastic Bottle Houses: <a href="https://www.dw.com/en/doing-your-bit-nigerias-houses-made-from-plastic-bottles/av-48013059" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.dw.com/en/doing-your-bit-nigerias-houses-made-from-plastic-bottles/av-48013059</a> <a href="https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-africa-14722179" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-africa-14722179</a> We have tees! Get yourself a sustainable FWIE teeshirt here: <a href="https://forwhatitsearth.teemill.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://forwhatitsearth.teemill.com</a> Wonderful theme music by Mark Skinner Sound

25: Strange Sustainability Solutions: Celebrating the Interesting, Innovative and Unusual

This week we're exploring the topic of wildfires. As immense wildfires currently blaze across huge areas of Australia and both California and Siberia have also experienced vast fires in recent years, we look at the causes of wildfires, the impact they can have on biodiversity and the natural environment, how fires fit into nature's usual cycles and the role that climate change is having on the increased frequency and severity of wildfires. We also speak to Professor Stefan Doerr from the University of Swansea about understanding how climatic conditions have influenced the severity of the fires, and the best ways to handle living in fire-prone natural environments.   Some of the things we've spoken about: 8 things everyone should know about Australia’s wildfire disaster: https://www.vox.com/science-and-health/2020/1/8/21055228/australia-fires-map-animals-koalas-wildlife-smoke-donate  Australia Wildfires: https://www.nytimes.com/2020/01/01/world/australia/fires.html How wildfires work: https://science.howstuffworks.com/nature/natural-disasters/wildfire3.htm Biodiversity at risk in Australia: https://www.theguardian.com/environment/2020/jan/04/ecologists-warn-silent-death-australia-bushfires-endangered-species-extinction Australia Wildfires: https://edition.cnn.com/2020/01/01/australia/australia-fires-explainer-intl-hnk-scli/index.html California wildfires: https://www.nytimes.com/2019/11/04/us/fires-california.html California wildfire causes: https://www.wired.com/story/californias-wildfires-are-the-doom-of-our-own-making/ Prof Stefan Doerr:https://www.swansea.ac.uk/staff/science/geography/s.doerr/ Donate to the Australian Red Cross: https://www.redcross.org.au/campaigns/disaster-relief-and-recovery-donate Registered Bushfire Charities: https://www.pmc.gov.au/registered-bushfire-charities   Don't forget to subscribe, find us on Instagram, Facebook and Twitter, and leave us a review - it helps new listeners find the podcast! We have merch! Get yourself a sustainable FWIE teeshirt here: https://forwhatitsearth.teemill.com Wonderful theme music by Mark Skinner Sound 

This week we're exploring the topic of wildfires. As immense wildfires currently blaze across huge areas of Australia and both California and Siberia have also experienced vast fires in recent years, we look at the causes of wildfires, the impact they can have on biodiversity and the natural environment, how fires fit into nature's usual cycles and the role that climate change is having on the increased frequency and severity of wildfires. We also speak to Professor Stefan Doerr from the University of Swansea about understanding how climatic conditions have influenced the severity of the fires, and the best ways to handle living in fire-prone natural environments. Some of the things we've spoken about: 8 things everyone should know about Australia’s wildfire disaster: <a href="https://www.vox.com/science-and-health/2020/1/8/21055228/australia-fires-map-animals-koalas-wildlife-smoke-donate" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.vox.com/science-and-health/2020/1/8/21055228/australia-fires-map-animals-koalas-wildlife-smoke-donate </a> Australia Wildfires: <a href="https://www.nytimes.com/2020/01/01/world/australia/fires.html" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.nytimes.com/2020/01/01/world/australia/fires.html</a> How wildfires work: <a href="https://science.howstuffworks.com/nature/natural-disasters/wildfire3.htm" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://science.howstuffworks.com/nature/natural-disasters/wildfire3.htm</a> Biodiversity at risk in Australia: <a href="https://www.theguardian.com/environment/2020/jan/04/ecologists-warn-silent-death-australia-bushfires-endangered-species-extinction" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.theguardian.com/environment/2020/jan/04/ecologists-warn-silent-death-australia-bushfires-endangered-species-extinction</a> Australia Wildfires: <a href="https://edition.cnn.com/2020/01/01/australia/australia-fires-explainer-intl-hnk-scli/index.html" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://edition.cnn.com/2020/01/01/australia/australia-fires-explainer-intl-hnk-scli/index.html</a> California wildfires: <a href="https://www.nytimes.com/2019/11/04/us/fires-california.html" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.nytimes.com/2019/11/04/us/fires-california.html</a> California wildfire causes: <a href="https://www.wired.com/story/californias-wildfires-are-the-doom-of-our-own-making/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.wired.com/story/californias-wildfires-are-the-doom-of-our-own-making/</a> Prof Stefan Doerr:<a href="https://www.swansea.ac.uk/staff/science/geography/s.doerr/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.swansea.ac.uk/staff/science/geography/s.doerr/</a> Donate to the Australian Red Cross: <a href="https://www.redcross.org.au/campaigns/disaster-relief-and-recovery-donate" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.redcross.org.au/campaigns/disaster-relief-and-recovery-donate</a> Registered Bushfire Charities: <a href="https://www.pmc.gov.au/registered-bushfire-charities" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.pmc.gov.au/registered-bushfire-charities</a> Don't forget to subscribe, find us on <a href="https://www.instagram.com/forwhatitsearthpodcast/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Instagram</a>, <a href="https://www.facebook.com/forwhatitsearthpodcast/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Facebook</a> and <a href="https://twitter.com/whatearthpod" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Twitter</a>, and leave us a review - it helps new listeners find the podcast! We have merch! Get yourself a sustainable FWIE teeshirt here: <a href="https://forwhatitsearth.teemill.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://forwhatitsearth.teemill.com</a> Wonderful theme music by Mark Skinner Sound

24: Wildfires: Causes, Biodiversity Loss and Climate Change

Charlotte Coombes

With lots of information about overfishing and depleted wild fish stocks in the news, it can be hard to know what fish or seafood we should and shouldn't be eating. This week Emma joins Charlotte Coombes from the Marine Conservation Society to talk about their Good Fish Guide, a handy tool for finding out which species and which fishing styles are 'red-listed' and to be avoided, and which species or sustainable practices we can choose to buy and support! MCS' Good Fish Guide: https://www.mcsuk.org/goodfishguide/search Thanks to Charlotte for joining us this week, and to the Marine Conservation Society, who you can also find on Instagram and Twitter. Don't forget to subscribe, find us on Instagram, Facebook and Twitter, and leave us a review - it helps new listeners find the podcast! We have merch! Get yourself a sustainable FWIE teeshirt here: https://forwhatitsearth.teemill.com Wonderful theme music by Mark Skinner Sound.

With lots of information about overfishing and depleted wild fish stocks in the news, it can be hard to know what fish or seafood we should and shouldn't be eating. This week Emma joins Charlotte Coombes from the Marine Conservation Society to talk about their Good Fish Guide, a handy tool for finding out which species and which fishing styles are 'red-listed' and to be avoided, and which species or sustainable practices we can choose to buy and support! MCS' Good Fish Guide: <a href="https://www.mcsuk.org/goodfishguide/search" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.mcsuk.org/goodfishguide/search</a> Thanks to Charlotte for joining us this week, and to the <a href="https://www.mcsuk.org" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Marine Conservation Society</a>, who you can also find on <a href="https://www.instagram.com/mcs_uk/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Instagram</a> and <a href="https://twitter.com/mcsuk" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Twitter</a>. Don't forget to subscribe, find us on <a href="https://www.instagram.com/forwhatitsearthpodcast/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Instagram</a>, <a href="https://www.facebook.com/forwhatitsearthpodcast/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Facebook</a> and <a href="https://twitter.com/whatearthpod" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Twitter</a>, and leave us a review - it helps new listeners find the podcast! We have merch! Get yourself a sustainable FWIE teeshirt here: <a href="https://forwhatitsearth.teemill.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://forwhatitsearth.teemill.com</a> Wonderful theme music by Mark Skinner Sound.

23: Overfishing & Eating Fish Sustainably, with The Marine Conservation Society

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