Best Adaptive Reuse Podcasts (2025)

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Creating Value Through Design: The Art of Repositioning and Adaptive Reuse 25:29

28d ago25:29

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In the Gensler Design Forecast 2025 report, five pivotal trends shaping the future of the built environment were identified. Among them, one stands out for its transformative potential: the growing momentum behind repositioning and adaptive reuse. As outdated office spaces and evolving workplace dynamics continue to reshape urban landscapes, the ur…

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Scaling Reuse with Vytal: A Circular Economy Conversation with CEO Fabian Barthel 46:49

5d ago46:49

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Fabian Barthel, Co-Founder of Vytal, a circular economy packaging-as-a-service startup, joins host Mike Toffel to explore the innovation, behavioral science, and regulations shaping the market for reusable containers for take-out food and beverages. Fabian shares how Vytal is tackling packaging waste by building a reusable container system for rest…

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Carbon Credit Ratings and Market Integrity: A Conversation on the Calyx Global Case 42:21

20d ago42:21

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In this bonus episode of Climate Rising, we share an episode from Harvard Business School’s Cold Call podcast, featuring HBS professor Mike Toffel and Duncan van Bergen, Co-Founder of Calyx Global. The discussion focuses on Mike’s recent HBS case study, Calyx Global: Rating Carbon Credits, which explores how the company is helping improve transpare…

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In Development Episode 58: Exploring the Priority Growth Area Rezoning Project with The City of Edmonton's Lisa Drury 42:11

25d ago42:11

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In this episode, our hosts chat with Lisa Drury from the City of Edmonton about the new Priority Growth Area (PGA) rezoning project. We dive into how the project came about, the selection process for areas being rezoned and how the public was engaged during its development. This episode provides a great opportunity to learn the nuances of the propo…

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Investing in Carbon Markets: A Conversation with Luke Leslie of Key Carbon 43:26

1M ago43:26

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Luke Leslie, Co-Founder and CEO of Key Carbon, joins Climate Rising as part of our series on voluntary carbon markets. Luke has spent over 20 years in carbon markets and finance, working in investment banking, private equity, and structured finance. Luke explains how Key Carbon is financing high-integrity carbon projects and how new overlaps betwee…

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Navigating Carbon Markets: A Conversation with Alexia Kelly of High Tide Foundation 58:17

2M ago58:17

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Alexia Kelly, Managing Director of the Carbon Policy and Markets Initiative (CPMI) at theHigh Tide Foundation, joins host Mike Toffel for the fifth episode in our series on voluntarycarbon markets. Alexia has worked for nearly two decades atthe intersection of carbonmarkets, policy, and finance, with roles spanning government, private industry, and…

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Matt Dorner - BID 21 - Leveraging Public-Private Partnerships for Economic Development Success 29:33

2M ago29:33

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Downtown Milwaukee has experienced significant growth in recent years, with Business Improvement District (BID) 21 playing a pivotal role in its development. As of 2024, the district is home to approximately 42,000 residents, reflecting a 26.5% increase since 2010, according the City of Milwaukee website.. The area also accommodates over 90,700 wor…

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The Power of Partnerships: Driving Business Growth in the Research Triangle 37:30

2M ago37:30

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In this episode of Commercial Real Estate Matters, host Kim Mills sits down with Ryan Combs, Executive Director of the Research Triangle Regional Partnership, to explore how collaboration between businesses, government agencies, and economic development organizations is fueling growth in the Research Triangle. From attracting major companies to fos…

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In Development Episode 57: Alkarim Devani Returns to talk mddl 53:20

2M ago53:20

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In this episode, we reconnect with Alkarim Devani to talk about how Edmonton and Calgary are faring when it comes to pushing for a better policy and regulatory environment with regard to infill development. We learn more about mddl, an expert organization in middle housing whose mission is to build capacity from top to bottom for "missing middle" a…

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Enhancing Integrity Standards in Carbon Markets: A Conversation with Amy Merrill of ICVCM 42:29

2M ago42:29

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Amy Merrill, CEO of the Integrity Council for the Voluntary Carbon Market (ICVCM) joins host Mike Toffel in this fourth episode of the Climate Rising series on voluntary carbon markets. Amy has extensive experience in carbon markets, including leading negotiations on Article 6 of the Paris Agreement and advising on global carbon finance. Amy explai…

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Strengthening Carbon Claims via the Voluntary Carbon Markets Integrity Initiative (VCMI): A Conversation with Mark Kenber 54:30

3M ago54:30

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This episode, the third in our series on Voluntary Carbon Markets, features Mark Kenber, Executive Director of the Voluntary Carbon Markets Integrity Initiative (VCMI). Mark has worked in carbon markets and climate finance for nearly three decades, with experience at organizations like WWF, The Climate Group, and Fundación Natura in Ecuador. Mark d…

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The Building Blocks of Commercial Real Estate: Connecting Students and Community 36:19

3M ago36:19

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In this episode, we speak with Andy Hunt, Director of the Vieth Institute for Real Estate Leadership at Marquette University. He shares many insights including his perspective on the following: How the ACRE Program is driving meaningful commercial real estate development in Wisconsin; What’s motivating today’s students and how education is evolving…

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2025 Commercial Real Estate and Economic Forecast with KC Conway 1:05:25

3M ago1:05:25

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KC Conway is the Founder and Principal Owner for KCNomics. He is a nationally recognized economist and appraiser with a nearly 40-year career including positions in commercial banks, government service, and academia. Among his more notable career achievements are (i) his role as the commercial real estate subject matter expert providing counsel to …

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In Development Episode 56: How Local Coffee Shops Fit Into Infill with Antonio Gomez & Peter West 54:44

3M ago54:44

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In this episode, we dive into what goes into operating that great local coffee shop that often features prominently in many visions of local redevelopment. Antonio Gomez and Peter West both operate coffee shops in Edmonton, but also have backgrounds in design and planning respectively. We chat about how community connects within coffee shops and ho…

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The Potential and Challenges of the Voluntary Carbon Market 56:59

3M ago56:59

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Our second episode on the voluntary carbon market is a bonus episode of a panel discussion recorded at Harvard Climate Action Week in 2024. Harvard Kennedy School Professor Joe Aldy moderates this discussion with Nat Keohane from the Center for Climate and Energy Solutions, Donna Lee from Calyx Global, UC San Diego Professor David Victor, and Carol…

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The Take: On Commercial Real Estate: A Conversation with CARW Chair Jenna Maguire 26:42

3M ago26:42

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Get to know Jenna Maguire, Chair of CARW for 2024/25. A seasoned leader in commercial real estate since 2008, Jenna has navigated the evolving office market, leasing some of Milwaukee’s most notable projects like Schlitz Park and The Avenue. She is a Senior Vice President with Colliers International in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. Recognized as a CoStar P…

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Building Integrity in Carbon Markets: A Conversation with Jennifer Jenkins of Rubicon Carbon 47:18

3M ago47:18

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Dr. Jennifer Jenkins, Chief Science Officer at Rubicon Carbon, joins our host Mike to talk about the critical role of voluntary carbon markets in achieving net-zero goals. Dr. Jenkins shares insights on how Rubicon Carbon is advancing the integrity and scalability of carbon credit through tools like the Rubicon Carbon Integrity Framework (RCIF). Th…

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Accelerating Battery Innovation with AI: A Conversation with Argonne’s Logan Ward 47:47

4M ago47:47

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Logan Ward, Deputy Scientist at Argonne National Laboratory, joins host Mike Toffel to discuss how AI is transforming the discovery process for new materials in grid-scale batteries. Logan explains Argonne’s research on improving energy storage solutions, why AI plays a critical role, and the partnerships between national labs and the industry. He …

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A New Formula For Success - Office Conversions and Adaptive Reuse 1:11:44

4M ago1:11:44

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In this episode we share the full program from the Commercial Association of REALTORS September 17, 2024, membership meeting at the historic Wisconsin Club in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. This event was a deep dive into one of today’s hottest topics: adaptive reuse and the conversion of office spaces into multifamily and mixed-use developments. The keynot…

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2024 Market Update Presented by CARW and NAIOP Wisconsin 1:02:56

4M ago1:02:56

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2024 was quite a year for Wisconsin commercial real estate markets. Join speakers Adam Connor, Colliers Wisconsin; Katie Brueske, Cushman & Wakefield Boerke; Patrick Hanrahan, NEWMARK; and Sarah Eldred, Mid-America Real Estate, as they discuss the investment, office, industrial and retail markets and what's in store for 2025.…

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In Development Episode 55: Who Will Be “Sleighed” By Our Year-End Trivia Challenge? 57:08

4M ago57:08

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Join us for a special year-end episode of In Development as we reflect on 2024 and look ahead to 2025. In this engaging and competitive episode, our new podcast host Stephen challenges our existing hosts to a heart-pounding elimination challenge to find out which one of them will remain in the new year. Topics include... Edmonton’s new Zoning Bylaw…

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Using AI and Satellite Data to Transform Agriculture: A Conversation with Alyssa Whitcraft 53:14

4M ago53:14

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Dr. Alyssa Whitcraft is a professor at University of Maryland and a leading expert in agricultural remote sensing and climate adaptation. Dr. Whitcraft discusses her journey from co-founding NASA Harvest, a global program addressing food security with satellite data, to leading NASA Acres, which focuses on U.S. agriculture. She explains how AI and …

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The Eastfield Project: A Masterclass in Mixed-Use Development 39:58

4M ago39:58

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In this episode of Commercial Real Estate Matters, host John Powell dives into the visionary story of Eastfield, a 435-acre mixed-use development in Johnston County, NC, with special guest Kevin Dougherty, founder and president of Adventure Development. Kevin shares how Eastfield’s prime location at I-95’s Exit 97 positions it as a transformative p…

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Using AI to Fight Wildfires: How Dryad Networks is Scaling Climate Technology 45:35

5M ago45:35

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Carsten Brinkschulte is the CEO of Dryad, a company that leverages AI to detect wildfires early and prevent catastrophic damage. Carsten shares his journey from a telecom entrepreneur to climate tech innovator, explaining how Dryad’s solar-powered sensors and mesh networks detect wildfires at their inception and transmit real-time alerts to their c…

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In Development Episode 54: River Valley Vitalization with Jay Downton and Erin Murray-Green of River Valley Co. 1:10:43

5M ago1:10:43

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This episode features two passionate Edmontonians, Jay Downton and Erin Murray-Green, who are involved with River Valley Company and River Valley Hospitality. These ventures focus on creating community-oriented amenities in Edmonton’s river valley, including the beloved Little Brick Café and Umpreheville Block. Jay and his team are helping to build…

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Reviving Spaces: The Art of Adaptive Reuse 33:41

5M ago33:41

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In this episode of Commercial Real Estate Matters, Kara Blue sits down with Trey Adams, founding partner of Atlas Stark Holdings, to explore the transformative potential of adaptive reuse in commercial real estate. From reimagining old warehouses to creating vibrant community spaces, Trey shares his journey, favorite projects, and the challenges of…

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Using AI to Optimize Energy Demand 53:24

5M ago53:24

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In this episode, host Mike Toffel speaks with Pasi Miettinen, CEO of Sagewell, a company that uses AI to help utilities and their customers manage energy demand efficiently. Pasi explains how Sagewell’s technology helps reduce peak electricity usage, which in turn lowers energy costs and lessens climate impact. He also discusses how smart data anal…

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A Preview of COP29: What Business Leaders Should Know with Outrage & Optimism Co-hosts 47:53

6M ago47:53

47:53

In this episode, host Mike Toffel sits down with Paul Dickinson and Tom Rivett-Carnac, co-hosts of the climate podcast Outrage & Optimism, to preview COP29, the upcoming UN Climate Change Conference in Baku, Azerbaijan. With their extensive experience in climate negotiations and industry collaboration, Paul and Tom share insights on how COP29 fits …

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In Development Episode 53: Moving Mountains for Missing Middle with Matthew Kennedy of Studio North 1:10:45

6M ago1:10:45

1:10:45

This episode’s guests visit us virtually from Calgary for a discussion all about building missing middle housing across Alberta. Studio North’s Matt Kennedy discusses building missing middle housing in the mountains and translates lessons learned from this context to apply across the province. Matt shares more about the Astor project in Banff, whic…

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How Public Policy Can Drive Climate Innovation and Business Opportunities: A Conversation with USEPA’s David Cash 52:29

6M ago52:29

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David Cash, the Regional Director of the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (USEPA) for New England, shares his journey from environmental science to state and federal leadership roles. He highlights how the clean energy transition in the United States is being driven by public policy, community engagement, and new funding through the Bipartisan …

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BCG Global Chair Rich Lesser: How Businesses Can be “Bold and Pragmatic” on Climate Change 44:50

6M ago44:50

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Rich Lesser, Global Chair of Boston Consulting Group (BCG), shares how BCG is helping clients walk the walk with net-zero commitments, transition to sustainable practices, and how it is partnering with global organizations to amplify their impact. He also delves into the challenges businesses face in adapting to climate risks and the role of AI in …

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Growth in Action: Exploring Opportunities in Expanding Markets 45:40

7M ago45:40

45:40

In this episode of Commercial Real Estate Matters, we sit down with Benton Moss, CEO of Simmons & Harris, to discuss exciting economic growth in Nash and Edgecombe counties, along with his insights into property management, development strategies, and the factors shaping the future of commercial and residential real estate. Whether you're an indust…

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Joel Makower @ Greenbiz 48:24

7M ago48:24

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This is the fourth episode in our series on business and climate change in the media and entertainment industry, where we’re diving into the business of news and storytelling around climate change. Our prior episodes featured CNN, Netflix, and Sustainable Entertainment Alliance. In this episode, we are hosting Joel Makower, the co-founder and Chair…

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In Development Episode 52: Saying Cheerio to Mariah Samji and Hello to Sean Sedgwick! 1:18:04

7M ago1:18:04

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The guests on this episode of In-Development are familiar faces! Mariah Samji and Sean Sedgwick join forces to talk about the past, present, and future of IDEA. As Mariah moves on from her role as Executive Director of IDEA, she discusses the legacy and impact the organization has had on the City as well as herself personally. Sean shares what drew…

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Sam Read, Sustainable Entertainment Alliance 40:13

7M ago40:13

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This episode is the third in our series on how the media and entertainment industries are integrating climate change into their storytelling and TV show and film production processes. This episode features Sam Read, Executive Director of the Sustainable Entertainment Alliance, a consortium of major studios and streamers including Disney, Netflix, a…

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Telling Climate Stories at Scale: Netflix's Strategy for Sustainability and Impact 43:13

8M ago43:13

43:13

In this episode of Climate Rising, we explore how Netflix, a global entertainment powerhouse, is leveraging its platform to tell compelling stories about climate change. Stewart, Netflix's first Sustainability Officer, joins host Mike Toffel to discuss the company’s strategic approach to sustainability, and the importance of embedding climate theme…

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CNN Chief Climate Correspondent Bill Weir: Media's Role in Shaping Climate Action 46:19

8M ago46:19

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This episode is the first of our latest series on climate in media and entertainment, where we explore and understand the role of storytelling in shaping climate actions. Today we have Bill Weir, Chief Climate Correspondent at CNN who shares his expertise on how CNN integrates climate narratives into their news coverage, the power of storytelling, …

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Unlocking the Secrets of Net Zero Buildings 32:00

8M ago32:00

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According to the United Nations, over 140 countries, including major emitters like China, the United States, India, and the EU, have committed to net-zero targets, covering approximately 88% of global emissions. At Gensler, we’re dedicated to achieving a zero-carbon portfolio by 2030 through our Gensler Cities Climate Challenge. The urgency for env…

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Small Town, Big Impact: How Strategic Development is Shaping the Future 35:09

8M ago35:09

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Join us as we explore how strategic development is transforming a small town into an economic powerhouse. Jennifer Lantz and Cindy Ingram from the Economic Development Council share the innovative approaches and key decisions driving this remarkable growth. Whether you're in real estate, economic development, or simply love hearing about impactful …

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Drawdown Fund: Scaling the Impact of Climate Technology 51:01

9M ago51:01

51:01

Erik Snyder, Founder and CEO of Drawdown Fund discusses financing climate tech startups through growth equity. He describes how he started the Drawdown Fund with Paul Hawken, editor of the New York Times best-selling book on climate solutions called Drawdown, and the strategic choices that set their fund operations apart from others. He also descri…

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In Development Episode 51: Transforming Edmonton's Urban Landscape: Insights from Urban Planners Chelsea Whitty and Jordan Riemer 50:51

9M ago50:51

50:51

Join us for a dynamic episode of the In Development podcast as we sit down with Chelsea Whitty and Jordan Riemer, two innovative urban planners making significant impacts on Edmonton's urban landscape. Jordan Riemer is an Urban Planner in Edmonton who specializes in merging equity and land-use considerations into transportation planning. With a bac…

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MethaneSAT: The EDF Satellite Tracking Methane Emissions from Oil & Gas Operations 41:58

9M ago41:58

41:58

Fred Krupp, president of the non-profit Environmental Defense Fund (EDF), describes EDF’s work to address climate change through scientific, economic, and legal analyses, working with governments and companies, and public and legal advocacy for stronger climate and other environmental practices and policies. Fred joined us to talk about MethaneSAT,…

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Decarbonizing Fashionable Materials 14:31

10M ago14:31

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Today’s episode focuses on some innovative alternative low-carbon natural materials being used in fashion. Bolt Threads CEO Dan Widmaier describes Mylo, a substitute for leather that’s derived from mushrooms, via the TED Climate podcast that we’re bringing here a bonus episode of Climate Rising. It’s a perfect extension of our two most recent Clima…

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Innovating for a Smarter & Greener Future 35:13

10M ago35:13

35:13

From energy-optimising smart buildings to cutting-edge construction techniques like modular building and 3D printing, technological advancements are reshaping our urban landscapes and revolutionising how we design, construct, and interact with our spaces. In this inaugural episode of a special mini-series presented by the Gensler Design Podcast, in…

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In Development Episode 50: Revitalizing Downtown Edmonton: Leadership and Vision with Puneeta McBryan, EDBA CEO 1:03:50

10M ago1:03:50

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Join us for an engaging episode of the In Development podcast as we welcome Puneeta McBryan, CEO of the Edmonton Downtown Business Association (EDBA). Puneeta stepped into her role in December 2020, navigating the challenges brought on by the COVID-19 pandemic. As a leader and connector, she collaborates with government bodies, the private sector, …

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A Biotech Solution to Palm Oil Deforestation 51:11

10M ago51:11

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Today’s episode is the fifth in our series on decarbonizing the roots of value chains, where we’re looking deep into supply chains that serve many industries. Previously we talked about green concrete, green steel, regenerative agriculture, and lab-grown cotton. Today we’re discussing palm oil – a widely used product that’s also associated with cli…

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Michael White and Sarah Koos on The Workplace of The Future 1:02:43

10M ago1:02:43

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In today's post-pandemic world, we're presented with many new opportunities to think about and shape our workplaces. With over 7000 team members globally, Gensler leads the way with its innovative approach to workplace design and strategy that prioritizes collaboration and community. In this episode, I talk with Michael White, Gensler's principal a…

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LCA, EPD, and PCR - What's with the alphabet soup? 18:02

10M ago18:02

18:02

The Light Track – Episode 1 – LEDs Magazine editor-in-chief Carrie Meadows looks to Smart EPD founder and CEO Anna Lasso to decipher the “alphabet soup” that is EPD, LCA, and PCR. What are these terms? And what role will they play in the lighting product development and lighting specification/design fields? Listen and learn as Anna defines the term…

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How Lab - Grown Cotton can Decarbonize Textiles 43:30

10M ago43:30

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Today’s episode is the fourth in our series on decarbonizing the roots of value chains, where we’re looking deep into supply chains that serve many industries. Previously we talked about the technical products of green concrete and green steel, and agriculture through the lens of regenerative agriculture. Today we continue our focus on decarbonizin…

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Transforming Workspaces: Modern Design Trends and Expert Perspectives 41:43

11M ago41:43

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Join us for "Transforming Workspaces: Modern Design Trends and Expert Perspectives" as we delve into the latest trends and innovations shaping the future of work environments. Our guests, Jennifer Hanson, Business Development Manager at Allsteel, and Jessica Bossiere, Interior Design Principal at HH Architecture, share their journeys and expertise.…

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