How To Save Our Planet

Lottie Dalziel
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I’m Lottie Dalziel, a sustainability expert with a passion for the planet. But it hasn’t always been that way, four years ago I made a New Years' resolution that actually stuck, I pledged to do better for the planet. I’ve dedicated my life to making living sustainably EASY, so easy that there’s no reason not to save the planet. In this podcast series, you’ll hear me talk to experts and everyday individuals who are also navigating their way through trying to do their bit. From recycling to composting to upcycling and next-gen innovation I’ll fill your ears with the best and greatest sustainable babble. So if you’re new to sustainability or you just want to learn more, listen up because together we’re going to save the planet. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

  1. 4d ago

    How Writing a Letter to Your MP Is One of the Most Powerful Climate Actions You Can Take

    Most of us feel completely powerless when it comes to climate change. We recycle, we buy better, we sign petitions - and then we watch the news and wonder if any of it matters. Eezu Tan had the same feeling. Then in April 2022, she invited four friends over to her house in Sydney and they did something old-fashioned and a little radical: they wrote letters to their politicians. That small living-room gathering became Climate Writers - a monthly community that has now sent over 400 personalised letters to policymakers, held meetings with MPs including the Federal Climate Change and Energy Minister, and helped shift the needle on real policy issues. In this episode, Lottie Dalziel sits down with Eezu to talk about why writing to your MP is one of the most underrated and effective forms of climate action available to ordinary Australians, how Climate Writers makes it feel easy and even fun, and what Eezu witnessed at COP30 in Brazil that renewed her hope - and her urgency. This is the episode for anyone who wants to do more but doesn't know where to start. Find ouf more about Climate Writers here. If you’re looking for more ways to save money while living sustainably, my book “365+ Ways to Save the Planet and Your Money at the Same Time” is available now — http://bit.ly/48Fs4CE If you enjoyed this conversation, please hit subscribe so you don’t miss the next episode, and leave a quick rating or review — it really helps more people find the show. Thanks for tuning in, and I’ll catch you next time! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    How Writing a Letter to Your MP Is One of the Most Powerful Climate Actions You Can Take

  2. Sep 28

    From Climate Anxiety to Climate Action: How to Actually Do Something That Matters with Tegan Lerm from Project Planet

    Most of us care deeply about climate change. But between the doom-scrolling, the overwhelm, and the sense that nothing we do will make a dent, it's easy to end up doing... nothing. Tegan Lerm has dedicated her career to solving exactly that problem. As co-founder and CEO of Project Planet, the not-for-profit that's become Australia's go-to guide for turning climate anxiety into real action – she's helped hundreds of thousands of Australians find their place in the solution. In this episode, Lottie sits down with Tegan to talk about why individual action still matters even when the system is broken, how to have climate conversations that actually land (without alienating the people you love), and how Build a Ballot, Project Planet's game-changing voting tool, is helping Australians connect their values to their vote. Because as Tegan will tell you, your vote isn't just a personal choice. It's a collective one. Find out more here. If you’re looking for more ways to save money while living sustainably, my book “365+ Ways to Save the Planet and Your Money at the Same Time” is available now — http://bit.ly/48Fs4CE If you enjoyed this conversation, please hit subscribe so you don’t miss the next episode, and leave a quick rating or review — it really helps more people find the show. Thanks for tuning in, and I’ll catch you next time! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    From Climate Anxiety to Climate Action: How to Actually Do Something That Matters with Tegan Lerm from Project Planet

  3. Sep 21

    Your Receipt Is Coated in BPA: Sophia Sherwin on the Hidden Costs of Plastic

    Most Australians care about plastic pollution. But caring and acting are two very different things and the gap between them is exactly where the real problem lives. In this episode, Lottie sits down with Sophia from the Ministry of the Future to talk about why awareness alone isn't enough, and what it actually takes to make plastic action feel normal, relevant, and achievable for everyday people. Through their Plastics: Unsealed campaign, Sophia and her team are taking a refreshingly different approach: instead of leading with guilt or doom, they're connecting plastic pollution to the things Australians already care about — their health, their household budgets, and the daily choices that quietly add up. They get into the hidden costs of plastic that most of us never see, why 85% of Australians being concerned about plastic hasn't yet translated into real behaviour change, and what it looks like when the narrative around plastics actually shifts from something overwhelming to something you can genuinely do something about. This one is for every listener who cares but sometimes wonders if any of it matters. Spoiler: it does. If you’re looking for more ways to save money while living sustainably, my book “365+ Ways to Save the Planet and Your Money at the Same Time” is available now — http://bit.ly/48Fs4CE If you enjoyed this conversation, please hit subscribe so you don’t miss the next episode, and leave a quick rating or review — it really helps more people find the show. Thanks for tuning in, and I’ll catch you next time! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    Your Receipt Is Coated in BPA: Sophia Sherwin on the Hidden Costs of Plastic

  4. Sep 14

    16,000 Chemicals & BPA's Cousins: Kal Glanznig on Australia’s Hidden Plastic Crisis

    Kal Glanznig grew up surfing the beaches of Cronulla, and like most of us, he assumed Australia had dodged the worst of the global plastic crisis. Then he joined a clean-up in East Arnhem Land and everything changed. In a two-week clean-up in October 2022, Dhimurru Rangers in partnership with Sea Shepherd collected 10.4 tonnes of rubbish from just 4.5 kilometres of shoreline. That was 30% more waste than was collected over the same distance in 2018. For Kal, it was a shattering moment and the beginning of an 18-month journey across Australia that became The Plastic Country. In this episode, Lottie sits down with Kal to talk about what he found: plastic infiltrating remote First Nations beaches, turtles at Taronga Zoo on their deathbed with stomachs full of plastic, and a plastic pollution problem that Australia is almost uniquely positioned to ignore because we'd rather not look. They talk about the science, the politics, the personal stakes, and crucially the stories of hope and ordinary Australians already fighting back. This is a conversation about what it means to grow up in a plastic country. And what it means to do something about it anyway. Follow Kal's Journey on Instagram @kalglanznig, find out how to Take Action here and watch the full documentary here. If you’re looking for more ways to save money while living sustainably, my book “365+ Ways to Save the Planet and Your Money at the Same Time” is available now — http://bit.ly/48Fs4CE If you enjoyed this conversation, please hit subscribe so you don’t miss the next episode, and leave a quick rating or review — it really helps more people find the show. Thanks for tuning in, and I’ll catch you next time! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    16,000 Chemicals & BPA's Cousins: Kal Glanznig on Australia’s Hidden Plastic Crisis

  5. 12/28/2025

    Sustainable New Year’s Resolutions: Setting Sustainable Habits That Actually Stick

    Looking for sustainable New Year’s resolutions that are realistic, affordable, and easy to maintain? In this episode of How to Save Our Planet, we break down practical eco-friendly habits you can start this year without overwhelm or perfection. We explore simple sustainability swaps, low-waste living tips, and money-saving habits that help reduce your environmental impact while fitting into real life. From cutting food waste and improving recycling, to choosing better everyday products and building habits that actually last, this episode is all about progress—not pressure. Whether you’re new to sustainable living or looking to reset your goals for the year ahead, this episode will help you create New Year’s resolutions that support the planet, your lifestyle, and your budget. Perfect for anyone searching for: sustainable New Year’s resolutions,setting eco-friendly goals and starting green habitslow-waste living, sustainability tips for beginners, climate-positive habits, and how to live more sustainably in the new year.If you’re looking for more ways to save money while living sustainably, my book “365+ Ways to Save the Planet and Your Money at the Same Time” is available now — http://bit.ly/48Fs4CE If you enjoyed this conversation, please hit subscribe so you don’t miss the next episode, and leave a quick rating or review — it really helps more people find the show. Thanks for tuning in, and I’ll catch you next time! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

  6. 11/17/2025

    From Problematic Plastic Breadtag to Purpose: Brad Scott on Transmutation

    In this episode we sit down with Brad Scott, founder of Transmutation, the South Australian social enterprise turning plastic waste into high-quality, locally made products. Brad shares how a small workshop in Robe became a circular economy success story, transforming discarded plastics into items Australians use every day. We explore how plastic recycling actually works, why regional manufacturing matters, and what needs to change to reduce waste across Australia. Brad also unpacks the environmental and economic challenges of plastic pollution, the role communities play in building a circular system, and the future of sustainable product design. If you’re curious about recycling, circular economies, plastic waste solutions, or how a business can turn rubbish into real impact, this episode is the perfect place to start. Discover Transmutations story here. Find out more about AMRA here. If you’re looking for more ways to save money while living sustainably, my book “365+ Ways to Save the Planet and Your Money at the Same Time” is available now — http://bit.ly/48Fs4CE If you enjoyed this conversation, please hit subscribe so you don’t miss the next episode, and leave a quick rating or review — it really helps more people find the show. Thanks for tuning in, and I’ll catch you next time! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

  7. 11/10/2025

    The Real Cost of Food Waste — and the People It Affects Most

    In this episode of How To Save Our Planet, Lottie Dalziel speaks with Eliza Hobba, Head of Sustainability for FareShare and SecondBite, about the growing connection between food waste and food insecurity in Australia. They unpack how millions of tonnes of perfectly good food are wasted each year while more Australians struggle to access nutritious meals and how food rescue organisations are bridging that gap. Together, they explore: The scale of food insecurity across AustraliaHow FareShare and SecondBite rescue surplus food and feed communities in needThe economic and environmental impact of food wastePractical ways individuals and businesses can make a difference This episode is a powerful reminder that reducing food waste isn’t just good for the planet — it’s essential for people too. Listen now to learn how you can help create a fairer, more sustainable food system. If you’re looking for more ways to save money while living sustainably, my book “365+ Ways to Save the Planet and Your Money at the Same Time” is available now — http://bit.ly/48Fs4CE If you enjoyed this conversation, please hit subscribe so you don’t miss the next episode, and leave a quick rating or review — it really helps more people find the show. Thanks for tuning in, and I’ll catch you next time! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

  8. 11/03/2025

    FOGO in Action: Randwick Council’s Success Story

    What if your food scraps and garden clippings could help grow new life instead of going to landfill? In this episode of How To Save Our Planet, Lottie Dalziel sits down with Alex Bastos, Coordinator Waste and Circular Economy at Randwick City Council, to unpack one of Australia’s most successful waste initiatives — FOGO, or Food Organics and Garden Organics recycling. Together they explore: What FOGO is and how it worksWhy it’s a game changer for reducing landfill and emissionsHow Randwick Council achieved such high participation ratesCommon myths about FOGO (and the truth behind them)Simple ways you can get involved — even if your council hasn’t rolled it out yet If you’ve ever wondered what happens to your food waste after it leaves the bin — or how your local council can make a real impact on climate change — this episode is a must-listen. Listen to How To Save Our Planet wherever you get your podcasts, and discover how local action is driving national change through FOGO. If you’re looking for more ways to save money while living sustainably, my book “365+ Ways to Save the Planet and Your Money at the Same Time” is available now — http://bit.ly/48Fs4CE If you enjoyed this conversation, please hit subscribe so you don’t miss the next episode, and leave a quick rating or review — it really helps more people find the show. Thanks for tuning in, and I’ll catch you next time! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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I’m Lottie Dalziel, a sustainability expert with a passion for the planet. But it hasn’t always been that way, four years ago I made a New Years' resolution that actually stuck, I pledged to do better for the planet. I’ve dedicated my life to making living sustainably EASY, so easy that there’s no reason not to save the planet. In this podcast series, you’ll hear me talk to experts and everyday individuals who are also navigating their way through trying to do their bit. From recycling to composting to upcycling and next-gen innovation I’ll fill your ears with the best and greatest sustainable babble. So if you’re new to sustainability or you just want to learn more, listen up because together we’re going to save the planet. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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  • Creator
    Lottie Dalziel
  • Years Active
    2022 - 2026
  • Episodes
    74
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © Lottie Dalziel
  • Show Website
    How To Save Our Planet

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