100 episodes

Sustainability Defined is the podcast that defines sustainability, one concept (and bad joke) at a time. Hosts Scott Breen and Jay Siegel explore a new topic each episode with the help of an expert in the field. Each concept falls into one of seven sectors -- Energy, Cities, Natural Environment, Transportation, Business, Policy, and Social -- and is visually represented in a Sustainability Tree found at www.sustainabilitydefined.com.

Sustainability Defined Jay Siegel & Scott Breen

    • Education
    • 4.8 • 230 Ratings

Sustainability Defined is the podcast that defines sustainability, one concept (and bad joke) at a time. Hosts Scott Breen and Jay Siegel explore a new topic each episode with the help of an expert in the field. Each concept falls into one of seven sectors -- Energy, Cities, Natural Environment, Transportation, Business, Policy, and Social -- and is visually represented in a Sustainability Tree found at www.sustainabilitydefined.com.

    Atypical Ep 7: Responsible Beauty

    Atypical Ep 7: Responsible Beauty

    Happy April Definers! We’re back this month with a special bonus episode about P&G Responsible Beauty, sponsored by Procter & Gamble (P&G). Through Responsible Beauty, P&G has committed to being a positive force for beauty in the world as they work to create a more sustainable, inclusive, and resilient future for all.
    In this episode, we have a “beautiful” conversation with John Scarchilli, Director, Procter & Gamble Hair Care, Scientific Communications, about how brands like Herbal Essences, Head & Shoulders and Olay are building sustainability into superior product designs, leveraging P&G’s Responsible Beauty principles. We cover everything from responsible sourcing, to the reduction of virgin plastic use, inclusive design and more. Hope you’ll take a listen!
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    Sustainability Defined is the podcast that defines sustainability, one concept (and bad joke) at a time. Hosted by Jay Siegel and Scott Breen.  Each episode focuses on a single topic that helps push sustainability forward. We explain each topic with the help of an experienced pro, place it within our organizational tree, and help our listeners define what exactly sustainability is, episode by episode. 
    We have divided our organizational tree into the following seven sectors: 
    Energy 
    Cities 
    Natural Environment 
    Transportation 
    Business 
    Policy 
    Social 
    Each episode is categorized under one of our sectors and visually depicted within our organizational tree. The more episodes we complete, the more the tree will visually define what exactly sustainability means. 

    • 45 min
    Ep 80: Carbon Removal with Ben Rubin (Carbon Business Council)

    Ep 80: Carbon Removal with Ben Rubin (Carbon Business Council)

    Since many of our current decarbonization and greenhouse gas reduction pathways aren’t making progress at the needed scale, the United Nations’ Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change( IPCC) found that carbon removal is now “essential” to meet the goals of the Paris Agreement. Many cite carbon removal as the key to addressing climate change, when combined with traditional emissions reduction strategies. In this month’s episode, we’ll give you a run down on the basics of carbon removal along with the successes and challenges in this area of climate action. 
    We are joined by Ben Rubin, Executive Director and Co-Founder, Carbon Business Council, who is working with a coalition of more than 100 innovative companies to responsibly restore the climate. Ben shares how organizations are working to tackle climate change through carbon removal strategies and what the future could look like for this fast moving industry.
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    Sustainability Defined is the podcast that defines sustainability, one concept (and bad joke) at a time. Hosted by Jay Siegel and Scott Breen.  Each episode focuses on a single topic that helps push sustainability forward. We explain each topic with the help of an experienced pro, place it within our organizational tree, and help our listeners define what exactly sustainability is, episode by episode. 
    We have divided our organizational tree into the following seven sectors: 
    Energy 
    Cities 
    Natural Environment 
    Transportation 
    Business 
    Policy 
    Social 
    Each episode is categorized under one of our sectors and visually depicted within our organizational tree. The more episodes we complete, the more the tree will visually define what exactly sustainability means. 

    • 58 min
    Atypical Ep 6: The Uproot Project

    Atypical Ep 6: The Uproot Project

    We’re back this month with a special atypical episode featuring The Uproot Project! The Uproot Project is a network for and by environmental journalists of color. The organization is working to address the need for more journalists of color in newsrooms covering environmental topics. During the episode you’ll hear from Lucia Priselac, Founding Director of The Uproot Project, who details more about the creation of the organization, her role, its work, and how the public can support. 
    As a part of this episode, we are offering to match your support of the amazing work of The Uproot Project. Just email your donation receipt to hosts@sustainabilitydefined.com, and we will match your donation, up to the first $500 of donations. An easy way to double your impact!
     

    • 25 min
    Ep 79: 2023 Holiday Hodge-Podge

    Ep 79: 2023 Holiday Hodge-Podge

    Happy December Definers! It is time again for our annual Holiday Hodge Podge episode. Tune in to hear the Sustainability Defined Team’s favorite podcast moments from the year and interesting sustainability articles, meet our Research & Operations Director, Taylor, and hear Scott and Jay’s professional/personal updates, and sustainable gift ideas - PLUS our holiday gift giveaway!
    Have a happy holiday season!
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    Sustainability Defined is the podcast that defines sustainability, one concept (and bad joke) at a time. Hosted by Jay Siegel and Scott Breen.  Each episode focuses on a single topic that helps push sustainability forward. We explain each topic with the help of an experienced pro, place it within our organizational tree, and help our listeners define what exactly sustainability is, episode by episode. 
    We have divided our organizational tree into the following seven sectors: 
    Energy 
    Cities 
    Natural Environment 
    Transportation 
    Business 
    sustainabilitydefined.com

    • 1 hr 5 min
    Ep 78: Invasive Species with Leigh Greenwood (The Nature Conservancy)

    Ep 78: Invasive Species with Leigh Greenwood (The Nature Conservancy)

    Invasive species are known to cause harm to the environment, economies, and even human health. Managing these species has become of major concern globally, as invasive species are one of the top factors that contribute to biodiversity loss. In fact, a 2023 United Nations global assessment report estimated that invasive species have been a major factor in 60% of all recorded animal and plant extinctions!
    In this episode we have a fantastic discussion with Leigh Greenwood, the Forest Pest and Pathogen Program Director at The Nature Conservancy. Leigh provides some great insight on how these species spread and what actions are being taken to manage them.
    We hope you let this episode invade your headphones!
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    Sustainability Defined is the podcast that defines sustainability, one concept (and bad joke) at a time. Hosted by Jay Siegel and Scott Breen.  Each episode focuses on a single topic that helps push sustainability forward. We explain each topic with the help of an experienced pro, place it within our organizational tree, and help our listeners define what exactly sustainability is, episode by episode. 
    We have divided our organizational tree into the following seven sectors: 
    Energy 
    Cities 
    Natural Environment 
    Transportation 
    Business 
    Policy 

    • 1 hr 19 min
    Ep. 77 Human Rights in Supply Chains with Aruna Kashyap (Human Rights Watch) and Alex Silberman (U.S. Department of Labor)

    Ep. 77 Human Rights in Supply Chains with Aruna Kashyap (Human Rights Watch) and Alex Silberman (U.S. Department of Labor)

    Business supply chains are complex, diverse, and have a lot of stakeholders. According to the International Labour Organization (ILO), more than 450 million people work in supply chain-related jobs. In this month’s new episode, we break down the landscape of global supply chains and the interconnectedness with human rights across the globe.
    We have two expert guests sharing their expertise:
    –Aruna Kashyap, Associate Director on Corporate Accountability in the Economic Justice and Rights Division at Human Rights Watch and
    –Alex Silberman, International Relations Specialist at The U.S. Department of Labor.
    Both provide insights and examples that help us understand human rights and supply chains and how definers can take action. Give it a listen wherever you get your podcasts!
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    Sustainability Defined is the podcast that defines sustainability, one concept (and bad joke) at a time. Hosted by Jay Siegel and Scott Breen.  Each episode focuses on a single topic that helps push sustainability forward. We explain each topic with the help of an experienced pro, place it within our organizational tree, and help our listeners define what exactly sustainability is, episode by episode. 
    We have divided our organizational tree into the following seven sectors: 
    Energy 
    Cities 
    Natural Environment 
    Transportation 
    Business 
    Policy 

    • 1 hr 43 min

Customer Reviews

4.8 out of 5
230 Ratings

230 Ratings

SusEnergyTeacher ,

Two Thumbs Up and a Gold Star!!

When I was hired to be a Sustainable Energy Lab teacher for grades K-5, I had no clue how I was going to break down sustainability and renewable energy sources for an elementary school crowd. While I respected the planet and tried to do as much as I could to reduce my carbon footprint, I had no “earthly” idea how to begin my journey towards educating our future leaders. That’s where your podcast comes in to play. Trust me when I say, I listened to a ton of sustainability content but none of them resonated with me like your podcast and the amazingly wonderful jokes. With each episode, I felt like I had a better grip on what I needed to teach and incorporate into my curriculum. Now, over half way through the school year, I listen to your podcast every morning on my way to work. Not only can I impress my students with party facts and tidbits about sustainability, but I have developed an engaging curriculum around many of the topics featured on your show. Thank you for creating an interesting, funny and entertaining way to learn about helping our planet and embracing a sustainable mindset. If I was your Sustainable Energy Teacher, I would give you two thumbs up and a gold star!

Good form bella thorne ,

Educational & Entertaining!

I’m starting a Master’s in Sustainability in January so I was looking for a podcast that would give me a good refreshing swath of knowledge on sustainability. This one hits the nail on the head. Each episode gets me excited for that particular vertical of sustainability and has helped me gain a deeper understanding of each topic when I may not have dived that deep before. Well done guys!

Andieo1997 ,

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Sustainability Defined is an enlightening and engaging podcast that brilliantly tackles the complexities of sustainability! Each episode is a treasure trove of insights, offering deep dives into environmental topics that matter. Scott and Jay’s passion is infectious, making even the most intricate subjects accessible and interesting. This is a must-listen for anyone looking to make a positive impact on our planet!

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