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reVyven is an educational forum that invites start-ups, innovators, organizations, experts, journalists, artists and everyday people to share their ideas and work on the environment with the greater community.   Do you have a story to tell? Or have an idea for what you would like to hear? We would love to hear from you! Let’s connect… 

  1. FEB 17

    Kompotoi - Rethinking Human Waste

    Send us Fan Mail This episode is special one. It’s not every day that we take a deep dive into human waste, but here we are, and it is surprisingly fascinating.  We sat down with Jojo Casanova, founder of Kompotoi, to explore the inspiration behind their beautifully designed compositing toilets (yes, toilets can be beautiful and these truly are). Together, we unpack what happens to the byproducts from their toilets and why society moved away from using human fertilizer. Jojo believes it is time to start thinking differently about waste. As a pioneering company, Kompotoi is leading the way in education and awareness surrounding human output. They are doing a tremendous job of challenging deeply embedded assumptions and reframing our thoughts to consider the concept of seeing waste as the valuable resource it is. This passionate and thought-provoking episode was a true pleasure to produce, and we are confident you will enjoy learning more about a topic that affects us all, yet is rarely discussed. Topics on this podcast: Composting Dry toilets Night soil  Association Valoo  Circular sanitation  PFAS  Microplastics  Japan night soil and Info  Sanavation Africa  Engelberg Holy Shit film Books mentioned: Wolf-Dieter Storl Ich bin ein teil des waldes  reVyven is an educational forum that invites start-ups, innovators, organizations, experts, journalists, artists and everyday people to share their ideas and work on the environment with the greater community. Do you have a story to tell? Or have an idea for what you would like to hear? We would love to hear from you! Let’s connect…  Music by ArctSound from Pixabay

    50 min
  2. Protect Our Winters

    JAN 21

    Protect Our Winters

    Send us Fan Mail Switzerland is an alpine nation with roughly 1,400 glaciers. We are fortunate to have stunning winters that draw tourists from around the globe, but as we discovered in episode 17, Swiss winters and the health of our glaciers are changing drastically.  Protect Our Winters was founded by the American professional snowboarder Jeremy Jones in 2007 and the Swiss chapter in 2017 by Nicholas Bornstein. The focus of the organization is to communicate positive and emotional information as a means to channel passion for the outdoors. Once that emotional connection has been ignited, it is easier for people and organizations to turn their love for the mountains into concrete climate protection measures.  Sitting down with Maren Stöber, former Deputy Head for the Organization, we learned a wealth of information about Protect our Winters and simple ways in which individuals can make a difference.  Topics and Organizations mentioned on this podcast: POW Contact on Linkedin or Instagram Michelle Gisin -  Sport Ambassador  Glaciers in Switzerland  Peak glacial melt, masks the drought problem. When glaciers diminish, droughts will become more common… Rhône glacier & Furka Pass The International Ski Federation (FIS) races and glacier destruction with excavators… another article. Melting permafrost is a safety risk and 1 in 3 huts threatened  Swiss Alpine Club Avalanche safety  Konkordia Hut and ladders  Landslide in Val Roseg & Blatten   Books mentioned and recommended: Eating Animals, Johnathan Safran Foer  The Intersectional Environmentalist, reVyven is an educational forum that invites start-ups, innovators, organizations, experts, journalists, artists and everyday people to share their ideas and work on the environment with the greater community. Do you have a story to tell? Or have an idea for what you would like to hear? We would love to hear from you! Let’s connect…  Music by ArctSound from Pixabay

    55 min
  3. Colour Your Trail

    12/02/2025

    Colour Your Trail

    Send us Fan Mail In this episode, we have the true pleasure of sitting down with Jessyca Isidoro, Co-Founder of Colour Your Trail. Together, we explore the crucial topic of making the outdoors inclusive and safe for marginalized communities. Jessyca shares her deep love of nature, her impressive athletic journey, and the inspiration behind founding Colour Your Trail.  She offers valuable insights into the historical experiences of people of colour in outdoor spaces, the barriers these communities face, and actionable steps we can take to create a more welcoming environment for everyone.  This important and timely conversation, as we believe that nature should be a safe, accessible, and an inclusive space for everyone.  Special note: We entered this space with great respect and are incredibly grateful to Jessyca for sharing her insight and knowledge on the topic with us. As learners, we are working hard to get it right, but it is certainly an evolution. What we think is most important is to continue to have these conversations and to learn from one another. Thank you for your patience with us. Instagram: colouryourtrail Website: Colour Your Trail Mentions: The North Face Presents: Lhotse ft. Hilaree Nelson & Jim Morrison Outside Podcast – Wade in the Water Outdoor Impact Summit   Instagram Community: ·      Wanderers of Colour ·      Mirna Valerio ·      EMPOCA – OutdoorCamps für Schwarze Kids ·      Black Trail Runners ·      Tinuke Oyediran – Outdoor Adventures ·      Cycling Culture Club ·      OUTO Opening Up the Outdoors ·      Sabrina Pace-Humphreys  ·      Chelsea Murphy   Books Mentioned on this Episode: The Gilded Ones - Namina Forna https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Gilded_Ones reVyven is an educational forum that invites start-ups, innovators, organizations, experts, journalists, artists and everyday people to share their ideas and work on the environment with the greater community. Do you have a story to tell? Or have an idea for what you would like to hear? We would love to hear from you! Let’s connect…  Music by ArctSound from Pixabay

    1h 5m
  4. Less, is more.

    11/04/2025

    Less, is more.

    Send us Fan Mail Founded in 2016 in Basel, GreenUp is a Swiss non-profit association dedicated to fostering community engagement through events and projects that aim to educate, inspire, and empower people to take meaningful environmental action. Through creative and passionate initiatives, GreenUp, encourages individuals of all ages to embrace the principles of simple living. Guided by the belief that less is more, Managing Director Nicole Keller shares her insights on the organization’s impactful projects. From clothing swaps in Ticino and vegan cooking workshops during the holidays to promoting positive change at the World Economic Forum in Davos. GreenUp is dedicated to spearheading sustainable projects throughout the country. Nicole’s passion for simplicity and sustainability serves as a reminder to us all that living with less, can in fact, offer so much more. Her dedicated work with GreenUp continues to inspire communities across Switzerland to consider mindful, sustainable lifestyles that benefit people and the planet. Topics and Organizations mentioned on this podcast: GreenUp GoSimple World Economic Forum Books mentioned and recommended: Book: The Treeline Ben Rawlence on our earth permafrost reVyven is an educational forum that invites start-ups, innovators, organizations, experts, journalists, artists and everyday people to share their ideas and work on the environment with the greater community. Do you have a story to tell? Or have an idea for what you would like to hear? We would love to hear from you! Let’s connect…  Music by ArctSound from Pixabay

    1 hr
  5. Rights in climate action.

    05/28/2025

    Rights in climate action.

    Send us Fan Mail In this episode we tackle the important topic of energy and human rights, and must preface this by addressing the fact that much has changed with the geopolitical climate since the time of recording. While much of this material remains relevant, we try to be mindful of these dynamics while presenting everyone with critical insights and valuable conversations. We are joined by Eniko Horvath to discuss energy and human rights, something that impacts nearly everyone one on the planet, whether realize or not. Eniko’s goal is to work to support those organizations that integrate human rights into climate action through research, strategy and thought-leadership. Topics and Organizations mentioned on this podcast: Renewable energy & human rights benchmark Carbon capture & storage Principles for Responsible Investment’s Advance initiative  Uyghur Forced Labor Prevention Act (UFLPA) Rana plaza disaster  Just Transition  Land rights UN Guiding Principles on business and human rights  Oil rigs in CA - 99% invisible- Crude Habitat  Lifecycle Analysis Assessments  Circular Economy & Decoupling materials  Mining renewable resources  Indigenous Peoples rights  Transition Minerals Tracker  Decommissioning infrastructure  Reducing consumption  Public transportation use  Common but differentiated responsibility  Energy poverty  Changing weather patterns and renewable energy usage  Books Braiding Sweetgrass - Robin Wall Kimmerer  100 Years of Solitude - Gabriel García Márquez  House of the Spirits - Isabel Allende  Additional Information Eniko Horvath  NASA Climate Kids EU learning corner reVyven is an educational forum that invites start-ups, innovators, organizations, experts, journalists, artists and everyday people to share their ideas and work on the environment with the greater community. Do you have a story to tell? Or have an idea for what you would like to hear? We would love to hear from you! Let’s connect…  Music by ArctSound from Pixabay

    59 min
  6. Outdoor Spaces: Fight for what we love.

    04/23/2025

    Outdoor Spaces: Fight for what we love.

    Send us Fan Mail In episode 11 we had the privilege of sitting down with Community Marketing and Impact Manager for Patagonia Vanessa Rueber. Vanessa shares with us her experience growing up in Canada, how she came to the Swiss Alps and why we must fight for the spaces we love. Vanessa is passionate about the outdoors and sits on the Board of Directors for Protect our Winters Switzerland. In this episode, we talk about our love of nature and the importance of voting to preserve our most sacred outdoor spaces. If you ever wondered what it’s like to live in the Alps or work for an iconic company such as Patagonia, you won‘t want to miss this episode. Topics and Organizations mentioned on this podcast: Impact Hub and the Story Telling Breakfast Verbier, CH Toronto, CA Bisses in Valais Solar Panels on lake (Article) Protect our Winters (POW) 1% for the Planet  Nandez, CH Clima Now Nufenenpass Konkordiahütte SAC Aletschgletscher  Rhône glacier Glecksteinhütte SAC Campax Klimaschutz Biodiversity Pro Natura Circular Economy Transa Basel  Patagonia and the Holdfast Collective Worn wear program  Iron clad guarantee  Videos The Monster in our closet  The Shitthropocene Damnation Sean Villanueva O’Driscoll  Treeline  Books Isabella Landy  Let my people go surfing by Yevonne Chuinard  Elena Ferrante  The North Star reVyven is an educational forum that invites start-ups, innovators, organizations, experts, journalists, artists and everyday people to share their ideas and work on the environment with the greater community. Do you have a story to tell? Or have an idea for what you would like to hear? We would love to hear from you! Let’s connect…  Music by ArctSound from Pixabay

    51 min

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reVyven is an educational forum that invites start-ups, innovators, organizations, experts, journalists, artists and everyday people to share their ideas and work on the environment with the greater community.   Do you have a story to tell? Or have an idea for what you would like to hear? We would love to hear from you! Let’s connect…