The Green Collar Pod
Introducing Green Collar - a podcast dedicated to the economy of tomorrow, exploring jobs that have a positive impact on the environment and people’s well being. Come join Kiersten and Aparna as they interview experts to explore different roles that make up the green collar economy, while highlighting ways to make every job a Green Collar job.
Episodes
29 episodes
28 - Olivia Amyette
In this episode, we’re joined by Olivia Amyette, founder and CEO of Infinite Energy Advisors and the Solar Knowledge Institute. Olivia shares her remarkable journey: from launching a solar company at just 20 years old, to building Georgia’s onl...
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Season 2
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Episode 5
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39:33
27 - Christy Cannon
In this episode, we’re joined by Christy Cannon, an energy industry expert with 25 years of experience navigating electric markets, energy management, and building technology. Christy shares her career journey: from helping guide Texas through ...
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Season 2
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Episode 4
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46:08
26 - Lindsey Machamer
In this episode, we’re joined by Lindsey Machamer, Division Manager for Park Development at the Austin Parks and Recreation Department, to explore how sustainability, resilience, and equity show up in the design and delivery of public spaces. L...
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Season 2
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Episode 3
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36:24
25 - Annise Maguire
In this episode, we’re joined by Annise Maguire, an environmental attorney turned sustainability and ESG strategist, to explore a career shaped by environmental justice, global impact, and bold pivots. Annise walks us through her journey from e...
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Season 2
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Episode 2
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24 - Doug Tallamy
In this episode, we’re joined by renowned entomologist, ecologist, and author Doug Tallamy to explore how everyday landscapes—from backyards to balconies—can become powerful tools for conservation. Doug shares his career journey, explains why n...
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Season 2
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Episode 1
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23 - Year in Review
In this special year-in-review episode of The Green Collar Pod, co-hosts Aparna and Kiersten reflect on their first full year of podcasting with no guest, just honest conversation, data, and highlights from 22 episodes. The...
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Season 1
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Episode 23
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22 - Greg Ross
Greg Ross is a senior climate analyst at Cheniere Energy, where he focuses on greenhouse gas measurement, mitigation, and verification across the North American natural gas supply chain. A Houston native now based in Washington, DC, Greg brings...
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Season 1
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Episode 22
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21 - Jillian Hansen
Today we’re joined by Jillian Hansen, Market Intelligence Lead at US Solar, who shares her journey from aspiring political campaigner to renewable energy expert and distr...
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Season 1
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Episode 21
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42:41
20 - Laurent Canneva
Today we’re joined by Laurent Canneva, co-founder and CEO of Spare It. Trained as a pharmacist with a business background, he spent 17 years at Sanofi leading commercial operations acro...
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Season 1
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Episode 20
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19 - Peyton Ridland
Today we’re joined by Peyton Ridland, Business Development Lead for FuelCell Energy across the western U.S. Peyton has dedicated his career to driving decarbonization through clean energy technologies like fuel cells, hydroge...
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Season 1
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Episode 19
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18 - Mahesh Ramanujam
Welcome back to the Green Color Pod! Today we’re joined by Mahesh Ramanujam, co-founder, president, and CEO of the Global Network for Zero, and former CEO of the U.S. Green Building Council—an internationally recognized leader driving he...
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Season 1
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Episode 18
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17 - Ethan Tapper
Forester, author, and social media educator Ethan Tapper joins the podcast to share his unconventional journey into forestry, from wilderness expeditions done for love to becoming a leading voice on ecosystem stewardship. He reflects on the dua...
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Season 1
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Episode 17
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43:17
16 - Ingrid Stevens
Norwegian economist Ingrid Eileen Stevens joins us to share her journey from oil & gas to sustainable waste and water management, exploring biogas, circular economy innovations, and how Norway balances oil wealth with climate leadership.
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Season 1
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Episode 16
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30:50
15 - Scott Tew
Featuring Scott Tew, founder of Trane Technologies’ Center for Energy Efficiency and Sustainability, we talk about growing up on a small farm, translating science into action, embedding sustainability into business strategy, and leading t...
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Season 1
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Episode 15
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38:57
14 - Stacy Savage
Featuring Stacy Savage, the "Texas Trash Talker," we talk about the journey from slinging margaritas to lobbying for landmark e-waste legislation, starting her own business, and diving deep into circularity. Connect with
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Season 1
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Episode 14
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13 - Debi Rednik
A conversation with Debi Rednik, Senior Director of Legal and Compliance at Solstice! Connect with Debi on LinkedIn. Terms mentioned:
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Season 1
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Episode 13
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12 - Bob Keefe
Featuring Bob Keefe, the Executive Director of E2! We talk the economic impact of IRA, depoliticizing climate action, and advice to future sustainability leaders!Connect with
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Season 1
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Episode 12
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29:09
11 - Sarah Fischer
Sarah Fisher from ICF joins us to talk EV charging, fleet electrification, and making clean transportation more accessible. From career advice to range anxiety myths, this episode is packed with real talk and practical insights.<...
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Season 1
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Episode 11
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31:55
10 - Justin Den Herder
Featuring Justin Den Herder, who is not only a structural engineer from TY Lin, but also a professor of Structural Poetics, and a poet! Connect with
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Season 1
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Episode 10
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41:06
09 - Natalie Pereira
There's so much buzz around Episode 9 of Green Collar! We have a fun conversation with Natalie here about the importance of pollinators, recognition days like Bee Day and No Mow May, and even get some insight on how Natalie BEE-came an expert i...
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Season 1
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Episode 9
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29:43
08 - Kiran Mohanraj
Featuring Dr. Kiran Mohanraj, a serendipitous sustainability pal made by chance on a flight.He is a pavement engineer who breaks down myths about zero-emission vehicles, pavement-vehicle interaction, and what true sustainability <...
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Season 1
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Episode 8
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28:57
07 - Veni Mittal
Featuring Veni Mittal, a dear friend and proud volunteer for Etna Community Organization. We'll talk about how to revitalize vacant parking lots, how to create community centers from scratch, and how to empower yourself and others t...
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Season 1
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Episode 7
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27:14
06 - Fulya Kocak
Featuring Fulya Kocak, one of the first ever LEED accredited professionals a sustainability educator, author, and entrepreneur.Join us as we chat about ESG, mentorship, navigating periods where "green jobs" aren't plentiful, and anticip...
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Season 1
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Episode 6
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27:36
