Seeing Green: Solutions for Our Daily Lives

Douglas Sabo
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The Seeing Green Podcast Solutions for Our Daily Lives Welcome to The Seeing Green Podcast, your guide to making healthier, more sustainable choices in everyday life. The show spotlights the people, products and real solutions driving progress and impact — from eco-apparel to green home goods, plant-forward food, electric mobility and more. The Seeing Green podcast features three recurring formats: 🔦 Spotlight Series — deep dives into the Seeing Green Solutionist of the Day, unpacking the brand or innovation at hand, the challenges it addresses, and the bigger story. 🌱 Greening My… Series — a practical series exploring everyday spaces and routines (like the bathroom, bedroom, or kitchen) to uncover where the impact is, and spotlighting brands making it easier to live lighter. 🎙️ In Conversation With… — host Douglas Sabo (former Chief Sustainability Officer at Visa) sits down with founders and leaders behind these brands to explore the inspiration, challenges, and practical solutions that help consumers live more sustainably. Each episode is accessible, actionable and hopeful—designed to meet listeners where they are, whether they’re sustainability newcomers or seasoned changemakers.

  1. 11/17/2025

    Spotlight: Marine Layer — Making Comfort, Craft and Responsibility Look Effortless

    Meet Marine Layer… an apparel brand proving that comfort, craft and responsibility can live in the same garment, and a Seeing Green Solutionist of the Day. In this Spotlight Series episode of the Podcast, we turn to the world of apparel, a category with an enormous environmental footprint and a long history of opaque supply chains. Marine Layer approaches this challenge differently: by building a clothing company around better materials, circular design and a steady, values-led commitment to responsibility. Founded in 2009 with the goal of recreating the perfectly broken-in tee, Marine Layer has evolved into a full lifestyle brand across menswear and womenswear — all grounded in custom-developed fabrics, relaxed California ease and an obsessive dedication to softness. Today more than 100 proprietary fabrics anchor their line, from absurdly soft tees and knits to outerwear, dresses and easy everyday staples. But behind the comfort is a much deeper sustainability story. Marine Layer continues to shift its materials toward recycled, regenerated and renewable fibers with a goal of reaching 75% sustainable materials by 2030. Their supply chain partners undergo third-party audits, their packaging has moved away from single-use plastics toward recyclable Vela bags and FSC-certified paper, and their B Corp status underscores a commitment to transparency and accountability. At the center is Re-Spun, Marine Layer’s circular take-back program that allows customers to return up to 15 pounds of old textiles through a $20 Take Back Bag, earning a $40 reward in return. More than 650,000 pounds of clothing will be diverted from landfill by the end of 2025, showing what accessible, consumer-friendly circularity can look like at scale. We explore how Marine Layer blends comfort, creativity, community and responsibility, and why incremental but consistent improvements across materials, sourcing and recycling can add up to meaningful change. Marine Layer isn’t trying to reinvent fashion. They’re redefining how casual clothing is made in the first place, showing how low-impact choices and feel-good design can work hand in hand. Send us a text Support the show Thanks for listening to Seeing Green: Solutions for Our Daily Lives. Discover more spotlighted brands, founder conversations and sustainable living insights at www.seeinggreen.eco. 🎧 Subscribe to stay inspired — and don’t forget to share your favorite episodes. 🔗 Follow @SeeingGreenEco on Instagram and YouTube

    12 min

  2. 11/14/2025

    Spotlight: Califia Farms -- Making Plant-Based Dairy an Easy Everyday Choice

    Meet Califia Farms… a plant-based pioneer redefining how dairy-free can taste, perform and nourish both people and the planet — and a Seeing Green Solutionist of the Day. In this Spotlight episode we turn to the world of dairy, a category with a significant environmental footprint yet enormous potential for positive change when reimagined through a plant-based lens. Califia Farms was founded on a clear vision: replace dairy with delicious, accessible plant-based alternatives that make everyday rituals easier, not harder. From almond, oat and coconut milks to barista blends that steam like dairy and creamers that elevate the morning cup, Califia has built a full ecosystem designed for real kitchens and real routines. Their ready-to-drink coffees bring café flavors home while their Better Half and Heavy Whip products make cooking and baking dairy-free without the guesswork. More than 300 recipes help people imagine how simple plant-based eating can be. Behind the taste is a powerful climate story. Plant-based dairy uses significantly less water, land and energy than traditional dairy and Califia continues to push further through renewable energy at their Bakersfield facility, 100% recycled bottles, washable-ink labels that improve recyclability and partnerships with farmers investing in regenerative practices like biochar to rebuild soil health and store carbon long-term. We explore how Califia Farms is helping shift food culture by removing friction, expanding possibilities and proving that plant-based living does not require compromise — only curiosity. Califia Farms is not just making dairy-free products. They are showing what the future of dairy can be when sustainability, performance and taste move in the same direction. Send us a text Support the show Thanks for listening to Seeing Green: Solutions for Our Daily Lives. Discover more spotlighted brands, founder conversations and sustainable living insights at www.seeinggreen.eco. 🎧 Subscribe to stay inspired — and don’t forget to share your favorite episodes. 🔗 Follow @SeeingGreenEco on Instagram and YouTube

    14 min

  3. 11/04/2025

    Greening My... Kidswear -- Smarter Clothes for a Healthier Planet

    Kids grow fast — and so does their impact on the planet. From constant wardrobe changes to fast fashion’s hidden costs, children’s clothing creates a surprisingly large environmental footprint through resource use, waste, and microplastic pollution. In this new episode of the Seeing Green Podcast’s Greening My… series, we explore how families can keep their kids dressed, comfortable and stylish while shrinking their footprint — through smarter materials, circular design, and creative reuse. We cover: The hidden footprint of kidswear — from resource-heavy cotton and synthetics to short garment lifespans and massive textile wasteSustainable design practices and materials that prioritize durability, safety and planet-friendly productionThe growing world of secondhand, rental and branded resale — keeping clothes in play and out of landfillsHow families can save money and reduce waste through simple shifts in buying habits and care routinesPractical, real-world ways to make progress — even while shopping at mainstream retailersThis episode reframes kidswear not as a fashion challenge but as a sustainability opportunity — one that teaches children the value of conscious choices, circular thinking and caring for the planet they’ll inherit. Because when it comes to raising the next generation, what they wear today can shape the world they live in tomorrow. Send us a text Support the show Thanks for listening to Seeing Green: Solutions for Our Daily Lives. Discover more spotlighted brands, founder conversations and sustainable living insights at www.seeinggreen.eco. 🎧 Subscribe to stay inspired — and don’t forget to share your favorite episodes. 🔗 Follow @SeeingGreenEco on Instagram and YouTube

    21 min

  4. 10/29/2025

    Spotlight: MorningStar Farms -- Leader Making Plant-Based Eating Part of Everyday Life

    Meet MorningStar Farms — the plant-based pioneer making sustainable eating accessible to everyone — and today’s Seeing Green Solutionist of the Day. In this Spotlight episode, we explore one of the most important drivers of climate impact and public health: the food we eat every day. Animal agriculture is responsible for up to 14.5% of global greenhouse gas emissions, requires massive land and water resources, and contributes to deforestation, biodiversity loss and pollution. But while many sustainable food brands target niche shoppers or premium markets, MorningStar Farms has focused on something different — mainstreaming plant-based food for everyday households across America. MorningStar Farms is a pioneer in making plant-based eating familiar, affordable and convenient. Instead of asking people to change their diets entirely, MorningStar fits directly into existing habits by offering easy swaps for burgers, nuggets, breakfast sausages, crumbles and more — available in nearly every major grocery store and in thousands of cafeterias, colleges, hospitals and corporate dining halls. It’s not just an alternative — it is the default option for millions of Americans who may not even think of themselves as eating plant-based. Unlike emerging startups focused solely on innovation or flavor, MorningStar’s greatest contribution is scale. Their products are built for weeknight meals and everyday routines, helping families reduce their reliance on animal protein in the simplest possible way. From frozen favorites to food-service exclusives designed for institutional kitchens, MorningStar Farms has made sustainable eating a part of daily life at the office, on campus and at the dinner table. In this episode, we break down MorningStar’s product lines, explore their legacy of impact, and examine how their strategy has helped normalize plant-forward eating on a national scale. Because reducing climate impact doesn’t always come from disruption. Sometimes it comes from making the greener choice the easier, more familiar one. MorningStar Farms shows what’s possible when sustainability meets accessibility: not a trend, but a transformation in how we eat. Send us a text Support the show Thanks for listening to Seeing Green: Solutions for Our Daily Lives. Discover more spotlighted brands, founder conversations and sustainable living insights at www.seeinggreen.eco. 🎧 Subscribe to stay inspired — and don’t forget to share your favorite episodes. 🔗 Follow @SeeingGreenEco on Instagram and YouTube

    16 min

  5. 10/28/2025

    Greening My... Laundry -- Lower Costs, Cleaner Clothes, Healthier Planet

    Laundry is one of the most routine parts of daily life — but it’s also one of the biggest hidden contributors to household emissions, plastic waste and water use. From heating water to microplastic pollution, our laundry habits have ripple effects across the planet. In this new episode of the Seeing Green Podcast’s Greening My… series, we uncover how something as ordinary as doing laundry can become a powerful climate solution — and how simple shifts in our routines can save money, extend garment life and dramatically cut environmental impact. We cover: The true planetary footprint of laundry — from energy-intensive washing and drying to staggering water use, detergent waste and microfiber pollutionHow heating water accounts for the majority of laundry emissions — and why switching to cold can be one of the highest-impact household climate actionsBehavioral shifts like rewearing, washing full loads and ditching dryer sheets in favor of reusable dryer ballsSolutionist brands transforming laundry with concentrated systems, plastic-free packaging, refill models and microfiber filters — including Blueland, Dropps, Cleancult, Tru Earth, GUPPYFRIEND, PlanetCare and othersProduct and appliance innovations that reduce energy and water use while protecting fabrics and reducing wastePractical tips to help you lower your laundry footprint immediately — without buying new appliances or overhauling your lifestyleThis episode challenges the idea that sustainability is about sacrifice. Instead, it offers a fresh take: greening your laundry can save energy, reduce bills, extend the life of your clothes and help restore planetary health — one load at a time. Because when millions of households turn a weekly chore into a climate solution, the impact is anything but small. Send us a text Support the show Thanks for listening to Seeing Green: Solutions for Our Daily Lives. Discover more spotlighted brands, founder conversations and sustainable living insights at www.seeinggreen.eco. 🎧 Subscribe to stay inspired — and don’t forget to share your favorite episodes. 🔗 Follow @SeeingGreenEco on Instagram and YouTube

    26 min

  6. 10/27/2025

    Spotlight: Depop -- Turning Secondhand Into a Cultural Movement

    Meet Depop — the resale platform turning secondhand into a cultural movement — and the Seeing Green Solutionist of the Day. In this Spotlight episode, we explore one of the fastest-growing shifts in sustainable living: the rise of recommerce. The fashion industry is responsible for up to 10% of global carbon emissions and 92 million tons of textile waste each year — but a new generation is redefining what it means to shop, wear and express personal style. Depop is leading this transformation. Part marketplace, part social platform, Depop empowers millions of users — especially Gen Z — to buy, sell and upcycle clothing in a way that’s accessible, creative and climate-conscious. Instead of feeding the fast fashion cycle, Depop keeps garments in circulation longer, reduces demand for virgin materials and turns personal closets into micro-enterprises that support circular fashion. Unlike traditional resale platforms, Depop removes friction from secondhand shopping through intuitive mobile tools, seamless listing features, and community-driven discovery that makes pre-loved fashion feel modern, curated and aspirational. For buyers, it’s a way to shop sustainably without sacrificing expression. For sellers and creators, it’s an opportunity to build businesses rooted in circularity, creativity and climate action. In this episode, we unpack how Depop is turning secondhand into second nature — and why it represents not just a trend, but a fundamental reimagining of fashion’s future. From marketplace innovation to cultural influence, Depop shows that the clothes we choose can be part of the solution. Send us a text Support the show Thanks for listening to Seeing Green: Solutions for Our Daily Lives. Discover more spotlighted brands, founder conversations and sustainable living insights at www.seeinggreen.eco. 🎧 Subscribe to stay inspired — and don’t forget to share your favorite episodes. 🔗 Follow @SeeingGreenEco on Instagram and YouTube

    14 min

  7. 10/24/2025

    Spotlight: Beco Pets -- Innovating Pet Essentials to Protect the Planet

    Meet Beco Pets — a pet care company proving that loving our animals and caring for the Earth go paw-in-paw — and the Seeing Green Solutionist of the Day for October 24. In this Spotlight episode, we turn to an often-overlooked contributor to household emissions and waste: our pets. From food to toys to poop bags, the pet industry generates millions of tons of plastic, agricultural emissions and landfill waste each year. But what if our everyday choices for our pets could become a powerful force for regeneration instead of pollution? Beco Pets was founded with a clear mission: to redesign pet essentials from the ground up using nature-positive materials, circular design and responsible sourcing. Their food and treats are made with low-impact proteins and ethically sourced ingredients designed to reduce land use and protect biodiversity. Their toys are crafted from recycled cotton, reclaimed plastic bottles and natural rubber — materials chosen not just to be durable, but to keep waste out of oceans and landfills. And their home-compostable poop bags have become a global benchmark for eliminating unnecessary plastic from daily routines. With commitments to renewable energy, responsible farming, 1% for the Planet and B Corp certification, Beco represents a model for what a truly planet-forward pet brand can be — one that honors the joy our animals bring by protecting the planet they depend on. In this episode, we explore how Beco Pets is transforming the pet industry — one toy, treat and tail wag at a time — and helping consumers lower their “pawprint” without compromise. Send us a text Support the show Thanks for listening to Seeing Green: Solutions for Our Daily Lives. Discover more spotlighted brands, founder conversations and sustainable living insights at www.seeinggreen.eco. 🎧 Subscribe to stay inspired — and don’t forget to share your favorite episodes. 🔗 Follow @SeeingGreenEco on Instagram and YouTube

    17 min

  8. 10/22/2025

    Spotlight: Christy Dawn -- Regenerating Fashion from Farm-to-Closet

    Meet Christy Dawn... a fashion brand redefining what clothing can do for people and the planet and the Seeing Green Solutionist of the Day for October 22. In this Spotlight episode we turn to apparel, one of the most environmentally damaging industries on Earth yet one of the most powerful levers for restoration when reimagined through a regenerative lens. Christy Dawn was founded on a bold premise: fashion should not simply minimize harm but actively heal ecosystems and empower the communities at its foundation. From flowing dresses and alpaca knits to timeless everyday essentials, every Christy Dawn garment begins with the Earth — grown through regenerative farming practices that rebuild soil health, increase biodiversity and sequester carbon. Their Farm-to-Closet initiative in India transformed depleted land into thriving farmland using indigenous seeds and natural farming practices while their regenerative alpaca program in Peru is restoring grasslands and protecting endangered ecosystems through responsible grazing. Christy Dawn goes beyond sustainable materials by investing directly in land, farmers and artisans, paying fair wages and reviving traditional craftsmanship while building long-term ecological partnerships rooted in reciprocity rather than extraction. We explore how Christy Dawn is pioneering a new model for fashion, one where clothing is not the end product of an industry but the outcome of a relationship between people and the planet. Christy Dawn is not just making garments. They are proving that fashion can be a force for regeneration. Send us a text Support the show Thanks for listening to Seeing Green: Solutions for Our Daily Lives. Discover more spotlighted brands, founder conversations and sustainable living insights at www.seeinggreen.eco. 🎧 Subscribe to stay inspired — and don’t forget to share your favorite episodes. 🔗 Follow @SeeingGreenEco on Instagram and YouTube

    14 min
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The Seeing Green Podcast Solutions for Our Daily Lives Welcome to The Seeing Green Podcast, your guide to making healthier, more sustainable choices in everyday life. The show spotlights the people, products and real solutions driving progress and impact — from eco-apparel to green home goods, plant-forward food, electric mobility and more. The Seeing Green podcast features three recurring formats: 🔦 Spotlight Series — deep dives into the Seeing Green Solutionist of the Day, unpacking the brand or innovation at hand, the challenges it addresses, and the bigger story. 🌱 Greening My… Series — a practical series exploring everyday spaces and routines (like the bathroom, bedroom, or kitchen) to uncover where the impact is, and spotlighting brands making it easier to live lighter. 🎙️ In Conversation With… — host Douglas Sabo (former Chief Sustainability Officer at Visa) sits down with founders and leaders behind these brands to explore the inspiration, challenges, and practical solutions that help consumers live more sustainably. Each episode is accessible, actionable and hopeful—designed to meet listeners where they are, whether they’re sustainability newcomers or seasoned changemakers.

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