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Discover the transformative power of green roofs as we explore their environmental, social, and economic impact on urban landscapes. Join us as we interview Tonya Gayle, Executive Director of Green City Force, and Amy Falder, Co-founder of New York Green Roofs, to learn about their innovative strategies and the inspiring stories behind this movement.
Key Takeaways:
Environmental Impact: Green roofs contribute to air purification, stormwater management, energy conservation, and biodiversity.
Social Impact: Green roofs create community spaces, improve mental health, and contribute to social equity.
Economic Impact: Green roofs can generate revenue through food production, tourism, and property value increases.
Technological Innovation: Explore different types of green roofs and their potential for integration with other sustainable technologies.
Policy and Advocacy: Learn about the role of government, nonprofits, and businesses in promoting green roofs.
Guest Bios:
Tonya Gayle: Executive Director of Green City Force
Amy Falder: Co-founder of New York Green Roofs
Call to Action:
Discover the potential of green roofs to enhance your community. Explore sustainable initiatives by supporting organizations like Green City Force and New York Green Roofs, and delve into green roof design and installation. 
Additional Resources:
Sina Razzaghi Asl study - Rooftops for Whom? Some Environmental Justice Issues in Urban Green Roof Policies of Three North American Cities
Thank You to Our Financial Sponsors: We would like to thank April Collins Potterfield, David Johnson and Christine O’Neil, Julie Ambrose, JLB Images, and listeners like you.
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You knew a storm was coming but you never imagined it would be this bad. You climb to safe ground, but relief is temporary. Then you hear it. Our story starts here.
Show Description:
This episode of Impactually tells the story of the Ground Force Humanitarian Aid Organization. Born from the devastation of Hurricanes Katrina and Harvey, the Ground Force Humanitarian Aid Organization mobilizes as a data-driven, nationwide disaster relief force. This volunteer group prioritizes immediate rescue and support for vulnerable communities hardest hit by natural disasters.
Key Takeaways and Call to Action:
The Ground Force Humanitarian Aid Organization is a citizen-led relief group that fills the gaps in traditional disaster response.
They prioritize helping socially vulnerable and marginalized populations.
Their innovative approach utilizes technology and social media to connect, collaborate, and revolutionize aid distribution.
The Ground Force maximizes their impact by delivering $12 in value for every $1 raised.
Visit GoCajunNavy.org to learn more about volunteering or donating to the Ground Force Humanitarian Aid.
Consider donating your time or skills to their disaster relief efforts.
Special Thanks:
Rob Gaudet, Founder and Executive Director of the Ground Force Humanitarian Aid
Bruce Ling, Musician (founder of the Hawks and Owls string band), co-founder of the Grand River Watershed Arts and Music Council, and an environmental educator, conservationist  and flood data monitor for the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration and the National Weather Service on Michigan’s Grand River.
Our Featured Musician:
Hawks and Owls String Band, “Diamonds in the Rough”
This Show Came to Us by Way of:
An episode of Gordon Ramsey's National Geographic series "Uncharted"
Sponsors:
This episode of Impactually is brought to you by the generous financial support of April Collins Potterfield, David Johnson and Christine O’Neil, JLB Images. And listeners like you!
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For one man during COVID, his local park offered a virus-safe place to share time and camaraderie with others where few places existed. Armed with a frisbee and a few new friends, he found a calling to serve his diverse community in need of good clean (and green) fun. It’s called Target and our story starts here.

We want our kids (and ourselves for that matter) to emulate positive role models - people who inspire us to be better humans. Their influence affects the way we view the world around us and ultimately impacts decisions we make on how we conduct ourselves and live our lives. For one man growing up in the rural ghetto, he was drawn into a world of crime, quick cash, addiction, and incarceration. It’s a story about hard knocks, about finding unlikely role models in unlikely places, and about second chances. It’s called Change Agent and our story starts here.

For one woman in Illinois watching the horrors of 9/11 on her television sparked her own personal call to action. Surely, she thought, New York City hospitals would be in great demand for blood donations and as a young, physically active mother of four – donating blood was the least she felt she could do. But an unexpected low-grade fever turned into something much worse, changing her life and bolstering her promise to help others in need. It’s called “Crēdo” and our story starts here.

What animals bring to society – to our families, into our homes or our work – is priceless. But sometimes, their lives don’t start out or end up so great. From Houston to Wisconsin, for two women, their passions in life have come as a calling and they care for souls, both two and four-footed, with a love and patience focused to bring, heal or resurrect life. It’s called Rescued and our story starts here.