Earth Minded

Investing is a topic that can be hard to learn about. And sustainable investing can be even harder to learn about. Luckily, James Regulinski is here to share his knowledge. James is the co-founder of a company called the Carbon Collective, where they help people invest strategically. Their goal is to use investing to fight climate change! Listen to hear his story and to learn more about sustainable investing. Resources: https://docs.google.com/document/d/19aTDgZ_M0x_HygSMtoYgf7K8BS3TlhxiKS3uk4aOJT4/edit?usp=sharing Donate: https://www.paypal.com/donate/?business=NTXUQNMZLH2VJ&no_recurring=0&item_name=Thank+you+so+much+for+donating+to+Earth+Minded.+All+donations+support+the+podcast%2C+making+episodes+faster+and+higher+quality.%C2%A4cy_code=USD

Climate change is one complicated topic. So much of what we do affects climate change. And there’s so much about climate change that affects us – even if we don’t realize it. So today, I’m going to talk about a couple of those complexities. I’m going to break down 5 things that you might not know about climate change. Donate to Earth Minded: https://www.paypal.com/donate/?business=NTXUQNMZLH2VJ&no_recurring=0&item_name=Thank+you+so+much+for+donating+to+Earth+Minded.+All+donations+support+the+podcast%2C+making+episodes+faster+and+higher+quality.%C2%A4cy_code=USD Sources: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1Od8xVYjSHaSJbWtkd2EuBgNJlbNfScAR_y3foxjOhjg/edit?usp=sharing

If you’re listening to this podcast, I’m guessing you’re at least somewhat interested in environmental science or ecology. Maybe you’re already an expert. Or maybe you’re brand new to this topic. Either way, we all learn about it somewhere – whether that’s at a university or more informally. And today that’s what we’re talking about. Cierra Dawson is a student at Oregon State University, about to get her Bachelor’s of Science in Environmental Science, with a specialization in Ecology. And as an “almost” ecologist, she has a lot to share about her experience and her journey. If you’re on a similar journey or just want to learn more about ecology, hopefully, this episode can help you out. Donate to Earth Minded: https://www.paypal.com/donate/?business=NTXUQNMZLH2VJ&no_recurring=0&item_name=Thank+you+so+much+for+donating+to+Earth+Minded.+All+donations+support+the+podcast%2C+making+episodes+faster+and+higher+quality.&currency_code=USD

As climate change progresses, it's important to put less carbon into the atmosphere. But will lowering our carbon footprints really make a difference? Listen to hear the history and the current impact of our carbon footprints! Donate to Earth Minded: https://www.paypal.com/donate/?business=NTXUQNMZLH2VJ&no_recurring=0&item_name=Thank+you+so+much+for+donating+to+Earth+Minded.+All+donations+support+the+podcast%2C+making+episodes+faster+and+higher+quality.&currency_code=USD Resources: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1RMyb17nqpPbAH0jXHE7Kjd_5cGUMu3ppd4pW9e_dV2k/edit?usp=sharing

Gardening can prevent food insecurity, increase climate resilience, and much more. Shannon Regan and Merina Ingram cover these topics, and much more, in this two-part episode. Make sure to listen to Part 1! IFAS Extension Gardening Calendar: https://sfyl.ifas.ufl.edu/lawn-and-garden/florida-gardening-calendar/ More about the Strong Roots Movement: https://linktr.ee/strongrootsmovement Support Earth Minded: https://www.paypal.com/donate/?business=NTXUQNMZLH2VJ&no_recurring=0&item_name=Thank+you+so+much+for+donating+to+Earth+Minded.+All+donations+support+the+podcast%2C+making+episodes+faster+and+higher+quality.&currency_code=USD

Gardening can prevent food insecurity, increase climate resilience, and much more. Shannon Regan and Merina Ingram cover these topics, and much more, in this two-part episode. Stay tuned for Part 2, available on Dec. 17th! IFAS Extension Gardening Calendar: https://sfyl.ifas.ufl.edu/lawn-and-garden/florida-gardening-calendar/ More about the Strong Roots Movement: https://linktr.ee/strongrootsmovement Support Earth Minded: https://www.paypal.com/donate/?business=NTXUQNMZLH2VJ&no_recurring=0&item_name=Thank+you+so+much+for+donating+to+Earth+Minded.+All+donations+support+the+podcast%2C+making+episodes+faster+and+higher+quality.&currency_code=USD

The Florida Trail Association plays a huge role in protecting outdoor recreation areas, for people like me — who are just out there for the fun of it, and for the environment — so the environment can keep doing what it needs to do for as long as it can. Listen to hear Kelly Van Patten and Alli Wodar talk about everything from trail maintenance to wildlife encounters! Resources: The Florida Trail Map: https://floridatrail.org/maps-and-databook/ Find a Volunteer Opportunity: https://floridatrail.org/volunteer-opportunities/ Leave No Trace Principles: https://lnt.org/why/7-principles/ Donate to Earth Minded: https://www.paypal.com/donate/?business=NTXUQNMZLH2VJ&no_recurring=0&item_name=Thank+you+so+much+for+donating+to+Earth+Minded.+All+donations+support+the+podcast%2C+making+episodes+faster+and+higher+quality.&currency_code=USD

Today we talk to Marianne Schmink about how saving energy can help people with low incomes. Plus, we learn some easy tips on how to save energy ourselves! Programs Mentioned: The CWC’s Website https://communityweatherization.org/ Become a CWC Volunteer! https://www.instagram.com/p/CUafW06simT/?utm_medium=copy_link CWC Tutorial Videos https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLNIrefQIw1sCHefpsPmTQ4r1HicLf2Equ CWC Windows and Doors Evaluation https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ri9fkf0uIlc&list=PLNIrefQIw1sCHefpsPmTQ4r1HicLf2Equ&index=14&t=58s Sources: Energy Burden by WUFT News https://www.wuft.org/news/energy-burden/ Low-Income Community Energy Solutions by Energy.gov https://www.energy.gov/eere/slsc/low-income-community-energy-solutions LED Lighting by Energy.gov https://www.energy.gov/energysaver/led-lighting Donate to Earth Minded: https://www.paypal.com/donate/?business=NTXUQNMZLH2VJ&no_recurring=0&item_name=Thank+you+so+much+for+donating+to+Earth+Minded.+All+donations+support+the+podcast%2C+making+episodes+faster+and+higher+quality.&currency_code=USD

We address climate change misconceptions and talk about the localized impact of climate change in Florida. Thank you to Stephen Mulkey, a lecturer and environmental scientist, for offering his expertise and opinion! Sources and Further Reading: Coleman, J. S. M., & Schwartz, R. M. (2017, January 1). An updated blizzard climatology of the contiguous united states (1959–2014): An examination of spatiotemporal trends. AMETSOC. https://journals.ametsoc.org/view/journals/apme/56/1/jamc-d-15-0350.1.xml. GRU. (n.d.). Renewable energy sources. GRU. https://www.gru.com/OurCommunity/Content/RenewableEnergySources.aspx. Levitt, D., & Kommenda, N. (n.d.). Is climate change making hurricanes worse? The Guardian. https://www.theguardian.com/weather/ng-interactive/2018/sep/11/atlantic-hurricanes-are-storms-getting-worse. Office of Sustainability. (2021, August 5). Neutral UF coalition. Office of Sustainability. https://sustainable.ufl.edu/campus-initiatives/uf-climate-action/neutral-uf-coalition/. Donate to Earth Minded: https://www.paypal.com/donate/?business=NTXUQNMZLH2VJ&no_recurring=0&item_name=Thank+you+so+much+for+donating+to+Earth+Minded.+All+donations+support+the+podcast%2C+making+episodes+faster+and+higher+quality.&currency_code=USD

Garrett Alvar explains compost, and a local composting company works to offer composting to the entire city. Listen to learn more! Programs Mentioned: Beaten Path Compost: https://www.beatenpathcompost.com/ Food Waste Pilot Program: https://www.cityofgainesville.org/PublicWorks/ProgramsandServices/Recycling/FoodWaste.aspx Zero Waste Gainesville: https://www.zerowastegnv.com/ Sources: FEMA. (2001). Landfill Fires. U.S. Fire Administration, 1(18). US PIRG. (2019, June 13). Composting in America. Composting in America | U.S. PIRG. https://uspirg.org/reports/usp/composting-america. WSU. (n.d.). Compost Fundamentals: Compost Needs. Washington State University. http://whatcom.wsu.edu/ag/compost/fundamentals/needs_temperature.htm. Donate to Earth Minded: https://www.paypal.com/donate/?business=NTXUQNMZLH2VJ&no_recurring=0&item_name=Thank+you+so+much+for+donating+to+Earth+Minded.+All+donations+support+the+podcast%2C+making+episodes+faster+and+higher+quality.&currency_code=USD

In February 2021, a local woods was at risk of being cut down. Savannah Cantrell and her friends fought to save the forest. Listen to hear the whole story. Donate to Earth Minded: https://www.paypal.com/donate/?business=NTXUQNMZLH2VJ&no_recurring=0&item_name=Thank+you+so+much+for+donating+to+Earth+Minded.+All+donations+support+the+podcast%2C+making+episodes+faster+and+higher+quality.&currency_code=USD