137 episodes

We dive into all things sustainability and business. We'll talk about the issues, chat with industry professionals, give tips on how to make your business more sustainable, and go over ways to market your sustainable business better!

Your hosts, Aub and Courtney are business partners at Dandelion Branding, a marketing agency that specializes in growing sustainable brands. We also run The Living Brand Directory, a resource hub and directory for sustainably minded businesses.

Join us on a journey to learn more about the challenges we face, and what to do about them!

EnvironMental with Dandelion Dandelion Branding

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    • 5.0 • 3 Ratings

We dive into all things sustainability and business. We'll talk about the issues, chat with industry professionals, give tips on how to make your business more sustainable, and go over ways to market your sustainable business better!

Your hosts, Aub and Courtney are business partners at Dandelion Branding, a marketing agency that specializes in growing sustainable brands. We also run The Living Brand Directory, a resource hub and directory for sustainably minded businesses.

Join us on a journey to learn more about the challenges we face, and what to do about them!

    Navigating the Future of Food Marketing: A Deep Dig with Ali Cox

    Navigating the Future of Food Marketing: A Deep Dig with Ali Cox

    💚Welcome to the Environmental Podcast! 🌱

    📌See all of our interviews: https://dandelionbranding.com/environmental-podcast/



    💚In today’s edition, we are thrilled to welcome Ali Cox, CEO of Noble West.



    🌾Ali is an agriculture and food ingredient marketing visionary and her award-winning consultancy is leading the charge for positive change.



    Learn more about Ali and Noble West at:

    https://wearenoblewest.com/team



    ✨ Timestamps ✨



    00:24- Introduction

    02:30- Mission of Noble West

    06:30- Impact of consumer awareness on farming

    08:30- Collaborations with large-scale agriculture

    13:30- Financial implications of sustainable farming

    18:04- Consumer Awareness and Financial Decisions

    21:00- Supporting Farmers Financially

    29:30- Supporting Sustainable Agriculture Initiatives





    Expect to learn:

    1. Importance of consumer education in agriculture.

    2. Challenges and opportunities in large-scale farming.

    3. The importance of fair compensation for adopting sustainable practices.

    4. Discover strategies for Supporting Local Farmers.

    5. Explore the complexities of the agricultural industry.



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    Dandelion Branding is a digital marketing agency that helps sustainable brands build loyal, digital communities through organic content marketing and website optimization.



    Here's where you can find Dandelion:



    Our Website: https://dandelionbranding.com/hello

    Instagram: @dandelion_branding

    Linked In: https://www.linkedin.com/company/dandelion-branding/

    • 29 min
    Canning Plastic Pollution and Uncapping Conservation, One Sip at a Time

    Canning Plastic Pollution and Uncapping Conservation, One Sip at a Time

    Welcome to the Environmental Podcast! 🌱 💚 📌See all of our interviews: https://dandelionbranding.com/environmental-podcast/





    💚 In today’s episode, we're delighted to feature the awesome @JoshWhite, Co-Founder of Cano Water.



    Josh brings a wealth of expertise in pioneering sustainable solutions for the beverage industry.

    As a co-founder of Cano Water, he's been instrumental in revolutionizing how we consume water, providing eco-friendly alternatives to plastic bottles.



    Discover more about Josh and CanO Water: [link]





    ✨ Timestamps ✨

    00:24 - Introduction

    02:00 - Analysis of Packaging Materials

    06:30 - Impact of Environmental Advocacy

    09:30 - Economic Realities vs. Environmental Goals

    17:00 - Regulatory and Business Responsibilities

    23:30 - Using humor and creativity to engage audiences effectively

    27:09 - Importance of trust and teamwork in fostering innovative solutions





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    Dandelion Branding is a digital marketing agency on a mission to bring sustainability into the mainstream. We help sustainable brands build loyal, digital communities through holistic content marketing + we interview to as many impact-entrepreneurs as we can about their role in the transition!



    Here's where you can find us:

    Our Website: https://dandelionbranding.com/

    Instagram: @dandelion_branding

    Linked In: https://www.linkedin.com/company/dandelion-branding/

    • 30 min
    Revolutionizing Higher Education for Impactful Tomorrow with Christian Rebernik

    Revolutionizing Higher Education for Impactful Tomorrow with Christian Rebernik

    Welcome to the Environmental Podcast! 🌱 💚 📌See all of our interviews: https://dandelionbranding.com/environmental-podcast/



    💚 In today’s edition, we are thrilled to welcome Christian Rebernik, CEO of Tomorrow University of Applied Sciences, to our insightful conversation!



    Christian brings a wealth of expertise in shaping the future of environmental education and sustainability practices. Under his visionary leadership, Tomorrow University has become an accredited university focused on innovation and empowering students to lead the charge toward a greener tomorrow.



    Learn more about Christian and Tomorrow University of Applied Sciences at: https://www.tomorrow.university/about-us



    ✨ Timestamps ✨

    00:24- Introduction

    02:30- Tomorrow University programs

    04:30- Empowering individuals from diverse backgrounds

    07:15- What makes Tomorrow University graduates different

    21:02- Flexibility and customization of educational programs

    23:30- Challenges across industries.

    27:09- Wrap-up



    Expect to learn:

    1. Importance of empowering individuals from diverse backgrounds for societal change.

    2. Importance of matching personal values with organizational missions for fulfilling careers.

    3. Integration of technology and data-driven approaches to personalize learning journeys at scale.

    4. Importance of responsible leadership and sustainable business models.

    5. The role of education leaders in fostering collaboration and driving sustainable change.

    6. Harnessing the power of diverse ideas and perspectives for innovative solutions.





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    Dandelion Branding is a digital marketing agency on a mission to bring sustainability into the mainstream. We help sustainable brands build loyal, digital communities through holistic content marketing + we interview to as many impact-entrepreneurs as we can about their role in the transition!



    Here's where you can find us:

    Our Website: https://dandelionbranding.com/

    Instagram: @dandelion_branding

    Linked In: https://www.linkedin.com/company/dandelion-branding/

    • 28 min
    Heat Pump Hype with Thomas Nowak

    Heat Pump Hype with Thomas Nowak

    Welcome to the Environmental Podcast! 🌱

    📌See all of our interviews: https://dandelionbranding.com/environmental-podcast/



    In today’s edition, we are delighted to welcome Thomas Nowak, the Secretary General of the European Heat Pump Association, to our insightful conversation.



    Thomas brings a wealth of knowledge and experience in promoting sustainable heating solutions across Europe. Through his leadership, the EHPA has championed the widespread adoption of heat pump technology, paving the way for cleaner and more efficient heating systems.



    Learn more about Thomas and the EHPA at https://dandelionbranding.com/ep-heat-pump-nowak



    ✨ Timestamps ✨

    00:34- Introduction

    02:00- Explanation of heat pump

    05:43- Empowerment through heat pump Adoption

    10:36- Audience Engagement

    20:18- Training and Education

    23:23- Challenges with grid integration

    27:09- Community engagement and Education iniciatives



    Expect to learn:

    1. How heat pumps can be integrated with renewable energy sources.

    2. The refrigeration cycle and how it serves as the foundation of a heat pump.

    3. Challenges associated with heat pump adoption.

    4. The need for higher ambition and action in implementing heat pump technology.

    5. Exploration of ongoing technological innovations in heat pump design.

    6. Integrating heat pumps into the electric grid.



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    Dandelion Branding is a digital marketing agency that helps sustainable brands build loyal, digital communities through organic content marketing and website optimization.



    Here's where you can find us:

    Our Website: https://dandelionbranding.com/

    Instagram: @dandelion_branding

    Linked In: https://www.linkedin.com/company/dandelion-branding/

    • 33 min
    Zero Waste Trash Talk: Turning Garbage into Revenue and Impact

    Zero Waste Trash Talk: Turning Garbage into Revenue and Impact

    Welcome to the Environmental Podcast!🌍

    In today's episode, we have the pleasure of speaking with @Stacy Savage, the visionary Founder of @Zerowastestrategies. We’ll get to know more about their mission to minimize waste sent to landfills and incinerators by implementing comprehensive strategies that prioritize the principles of the circular economy.

    Zero Waste Strategies has emerged as a leader in the field of waste management, driving increased revenue, fostering deeper customer loyalty, and empowering employees through green initiatives

    Here's a glimpse of what to expect: 
    00:29- Introduction
    04:59- Finding Value in Waste
    05:43- Empowering Employees for Sustainable Practices
    16:57- State Environmental Regulations and E-Waste Diversion
    17:18- Impact of E-Waste Diversion on Texas Landfills
    19:07- True Zero Waste Facility Certification
    30:35- Wrapup 

    Expect to learn: 
    1. Revenue Potential in Waste Materials
    2. Employee Empowerment and Accountability.
    3. Building Sustainable Business Practices
    4. Environmental Impact of E-Waste Diversion

    If you've enjoyed our podcast, please subscribe to our YouTube channel, Dandelion Branding.  Your support helps spread the word on SUSTAINABLE MARKETING. 
    Learn More from Dandelion Branding.  
    Follow Aubrey Wallace and Courtney Hume on LinkedIn.
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    Connect with us on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/dandelion-branding  If you have any questions or topics you want us to tackle in the future, reach out to us on Instagram or email us at info@dandelionbranding.com.

    • 30 min
    Scaling New Heights Towards Responsible Chalk Production with Francis Dierick

    Scaling New Heights Towards Responsible Chalk Production with Francis Dierick

    Welcome to another episode of the Environmental Podcast!🌍

    In today's episode, we had the pleasure of speaking with Francis Dierick, the visionary behind Chalk Rebels. His company revolutionizes the world of rock climbing with its sustainable chalk alternative.

    Francis Dierick advocates for sustainable practices in rock climbing, proposing a shift to eco-friendly chalk to preserve magnesium carbonate for essential industries, not recreational activities like climbing.
    What you can expect:

    00:00- Introduction
    00:50- Background details of Chalk Rebels
    05:43- Role of Francis toward sustainability
    07:16- Relation between chalk and climbers
    09:25- Effects of using chalk by climbers
    12.26- How do you change someone's habit of using chalk?
    13.28- Skincare products for chalk users 
    15:16- Skin care tips for climbers
    16:46- How to connect with Francis


    Expect to learn:
    1. The Problem with Traditional Chalk
    2. A Sustainable Chalk for Rock Climbing
    3. Liquid Chalk vs. Powdered Chalk
    4. Cultural Shifts in Climbing Habits

    If you've enjoyed our podcast, please subscribe to our YouTube channel, Dandelion Branding. 
    Your support helps spread the word on SUSTAINABLE MARKETING.

    Learn More from Dandelion Branding. 
    Follow Aubrey Wallace and Courtney Hume on LinkedIn.
    __________________________ 
    Connect with us on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/dandelion-branding 
    If you have any questions or topics you want us to tackle in the future, reach out to us on Instagram or email us at info@dandelionbranding.com.

    • 18 min

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