We have a discussion with Renae Hesselink, Vice President of Sustainability of Nichols. We discuss how she got started with Sustainability, Her solar array on her home, and how it works in Michigan. We also discuss how she coordinates guests for two sustainable radio shows with Shelly Irwin, Teaching Sustainable Measurements at Grand Valley University, and much, much more.

We have a conversation with Andy Gale from Bay Area Recycling for Community.  He and his organization strive to fill the gaps that general curbside recycling cannot help.   He talks about all things recycling they do plus. BARC recycles mattresses, houses, electronics, and much more. 

Andy is a very passionate and successful leader in Michigan's recycling field and is one of my heroes.  

Check out https://mybarc.org/ for more information 

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In this episode, we discuss sustainability expert  Joe Sikma and his story of how and why he works in the sustainability field. Joe explains the connection between outdoor conservation and sustainability. He explains what drives him every day. What is the mission of the Outdoor Discovery Network/center, and how its fit with sustainability? 

He has a pretty inspiring story. Below are the links to the books Joe talks about. 

All We Can Save: Truth, Courage, and Solutions for the Climate Crisis

https://www.goodreads.com/en/book/show/53231994

Donut Economics: seven ways to think like a 21st-century economist

https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/29214420-doughnut-economics

Less is More: How Degrowth Will Save the World

https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/53328332-less-is-more

In this episode, Dan Broersma is vulnerable and talks about his beliefs and why he works and volunteers for the environment. It is a different perspective than you may think. 

Reference another podcast, "How did I get to be a Sustainable Manager." Season 1 Episode 2

In this Episode we discuss what it mean to be an Ecopreneur with Willian Gallmeyer.  He discusses all the projects (and future projects) he is involved in creating to help the environment.  

Enjoy a very inspiring podcast. 

Below are links for more information about what we discussed.

email: william@greenprojectsgroup.com

website: www.greenprojectsgroup.com

Great reading and information on Gas to Electric upcoming funding: https://www.rewiringamerica.org/

great class: https://mynextelectric.com/

e-bike store in Grand Rapids Michigan: https://pedegoelectricbikes.com/dealers/grand-rapids/

 Mushroom Leather https://www.mushroomleathersupply.com/,

The next projects to look out for on my website are:

- inexpensive and impactful items being added to the store,

- Induction Stove Lending Library, and

- electric lawn tool items

In this episode, we explore how we can benefit other people while helping the environment at the same time. We discuss the 'Gift of Hope for Haiti' and their reuse of fabric that would have gone to the landfill. A church that turned its property into a cross-country track for schools, a nature preserve, and an outdoor preschool. 

Special thanks to Herrick Public Library and Groundworks, Ken Freestone, Gay Stroble, Marilyn Stroble, Nick Carlson, Hannah Broersma, Goodwill Industries of West Michigan, Jim Liske, Steve Leske, Ridgepoint Church, The Outdoor Discovery Center and Gift of Hope Haiti

Gift of Hope Haiti https://www.giftofhopehaiti.org/ 

Goodwill Industries of West Michigan https://www.goodwillwm.org/ 

Church wetland/Triple Bottom Line Project https://sustainablydutch.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/RidgePointChurchWetlands-1-1.pdf 

RidgePoint Church https://ridgepointff.org/ 

In this episode, we discuss energy efficiency and how you can make impacts in your own home. We discussed where to start in your home and what makes the most significant impact. Our guest Andrew Reynolds from Holland, MI, Board of Public Works, the local Energy provider, shares his expertise and thoughts, along with programs that make an impact. 

Home Energy 101 Program https://hollandenergyfund.com/ 

Holland BPW Programs https://hollandbpw.com/en/customer-service/residential/residential-programs 

Website Sustainably Dutch https://sustainablydutch.com/ 

I am sharing an idea that helps people, the economy, while creating a circular economy.  FYI we proved the idea is a benefit financially and for the environment.  Check out https://sustainablydutch.com/re-use-disassemble-and-recycle-an-idea-to-create-jobs-and-help-the-environment/ for my information.