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Eco Chat with Laura Trotta Podcast

Join environmental engineer and eco-living expert Laura Trotta and special Eco Hero guests in this fun and thought-provoking podcast on sustainability. Laura's mission is to make green mainstream and ensure her listeners get all the inspiration and help they need to create an ecoceptional life they love.
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Oct 16, 2019

Gut health is the foundation of good health and it's no different when it comes to our kids.

In this podcast naturopath Jessica Donovan shares how to improve our kids gut health so they can thrive in our modern world.

Resources

Kids Gut Health eBook

Natural Super Kids Video Training Series

Natural Super Kids on Facebook

Sep 23, 2019

Eucalyptus essential oil is a natural, effective and economical way to clean your home. In part three of the Spring Cleaning Series I share many applications for cleaning with essential oil.

Resources:

Home Detox Cheat Sheet

Home Detox Boot Camp

Sep 12, 2019

White vinegar is a natural, safe and economical way to clean your home. In part two of the Spring Cleaning Series I share many applications for cleaning with white vinegar in your home.

Resources:

5-day Green Cleaning Challenge

Home Detox Boot Camp

Sep 1, 2019

In this first episode of my Spring Cleaning Series I share how to remove mould from your home naturally without using chlorine bleach.

Resources

Home Detox Cheat Sheet

Home Detox Boot Camp

 

Aug 25, 2019

Are you curious about what the Council Climate Emergency Declaration movement entails? Want to understand what difference it actually makes to the climate crisis?

Keen to know how you can get your local council to lead in climate action?

If that’s you, you’re in the right place!

In this episode of Eco Chat I’m joined by Climate Reality Leader and elected member of the Gawler Town Council, Ian Tooley.

Ian was instrumental in the process of Gawler Town Council becoming one of the first council’s in Australia to declare a climate emergency and shares his experience of the process.

Resources:

SustainabilityB42L8 Facebook Page

Gawler Town Council Elected Members

Climate Reality Project

Self Sufficiency in the Suburbs Membership Program

Aug 5, 2019

I’m a tea drinker and enjoy a wide variety of herbal teas throughout the day. In fact, I often joke that there’s a tea to match my every mood!

If you love tea as much as I do, and want to ensure your tea habit is as green as possible (even when you like a black cuppa), this episode is for you!

I’ll share five simple ways to enjoy your cuppa, sustainably.

Resources:

Reusable Coffee Cups at Sustainahome

Bokashi Compost Bins at Sustainahome

Use discount ECOCHAT10 to receive 10% off your first order

Jun 26, 2019

With much of Australia in the grip of drought, and rainfall patterns changing worldwide with climate change, water restrictions and increasing water prices are becoming the norm. It makes financial and environmental sense to reduce water consumption at the household level, and it makes even more sense to start in the bathroom where consumption is often the highest.

Here’s six ways to save water in your bathroom.

Resources Mentioned:

FREE Shower Timer

FREE Cheat Sheet: 30 Ways to Save Water in and Around Your Home

Cullector Water Saving Shower

Self Sufficiency in the Suburbs

 

 

Jun 3, 2019

Are you ready to inspire the conscious kids in your life to save the world?

If you are it's time you met Captain Garbology, aka Lee Constable.

Lee Constable is a presenter, producer and, most recently, children's book author with a focus on science, technology and society. As the host of Australian science TV show, Scope, she researches, writes, presents and produces segments on diverse STEM topics.

Put simply, Lee is a scientific artist, or a creative scientist!

Lee's book How to Save the Whole Stinkin' Planet is coming out on World Environment Day- June 5th and aims to take young readers (grade 2-6) on a garbological adventure with a superhero called Captain Garbology taking kids on a quest to become Waste Warriors with hands-on DIY activities, waste science 101 and fun quizzes!

You can purchase How to Save the Whole Stinkin' Planet HERE.

May 20, 2019

Last weekend in Australia we all went to the polls to vote in our national election.

It was supposed to be the climate change election. Yet, our conservative, climate-denying government was returned to office.

Naturally many eco-minded voters, scientists and environmentalists were devastated and are filled with anxiety about what this means for our country and planet moving forward.

In this episode I’m sharing six things I’m doing to keep me optimistic about the state of our environment in an increasingly warming world. Hopefully they inspire you to do the same or at least feel reassured that there are people out there who care deeply about the sustainability of our planet, and who are prepared to go the extra mile to conserve what’s left.

Resources

Click HERE to connect with me on LinkedIn

Click HERE if you're a Council or Corporate and want to work together to improve the sustainability of your organisation

Click HERE if you're an expert, educator or Conscious Business Builder wanting to make a bigger impact through coaching or mentoring with me

May 1, 2019

If you're keen to reduce your plastic consumption and aren't sure what alternatives are out there for shampoo, this episode is for you. I'm sharing two of my favourite plastic-free shampoo options.

One is a DIY recipe I've been using with much success for years and the other is my new favourite natural solid soap shampoo bar.

Both options are gentle, natural alternatives to conventional shampoos (which dry out your hair) and both are gentle on our environment.

Resources: 

Purchase Natural solid Shampoo bars at Sustainahome.com

Use code ECOCHAT10 to save 10% off your first order.

Apr 13, 2019

In episode 59 of Eco Chat, Dr Kristy Goodwin shared her best tips for how to raise kids in a digital world. That was 2.5 years ago and as you'd imagine, much has changed in the world of technology since.

In this episode Dr Kristy is back to share latest developments in this area, with a particular focus on how to keep our kids safe while gaming and watching YouTube.

You can follow Dr Kristy Goodwin at https://drkristygoodwin.com and join her online parents portal at https://drkristygoodwin.com/switched-on-parents-portal/

Mar 31, 2019

In this NEWSFLASH I share where you can fond my new Podcast and Website for Conscious Business Builders.

To learn more listen to the Conscious Business Builders podcast or visit www.consciousbusinessbuilders.com

Mar 10, 2019

If you’re concerned about our changing climate and are wondering what you can do to make a difference, this episode is for you. I’m sharing eight things you can do to help address climate change.

Resources:

greenHOUSE Home Energy Blitz

Self Sufficiency in the Suburbs

Bokashi Bins at Sustainahome

Feb 21, 2019

Do you want to make a BIGGER IMPACT?

If you have a product or service the world needs and want to reach more people. Thousands more people. I can help you do that.

In this episode I share my latest offering with you. 

Conscious Business Builders is high performance coaching for established entrepreneurs who are ready to make a bigger impact.

Click HERE to Apply.

Feb 9, 2019

Did you know that plastic straws are one of the most common items found on beaches worldwide?

According to Clean Up Australia, plastic straws are the 12th most common item reported by Clean Up volunteers. Which is not surprising given that Australians use about 10 million plastic straws every day, or 3.5 billion a year!!

Plastic straws are a serious health hazard for marine wildlife. They can easily become lodged in the nostrils and stomachs of marine life including turtles, birds, dolphins, fish and whales, with fatal consequences.

If you’re a straw user, be part of the change and switch single use plastic straws for these four sustainable alternatives.

For strategies and support to ditch single-use plastics, join my FREE 5-day Plastic Free Challenge.

Jan 21, 2019

Cycling is a sustainable mode of transport. There’s nothing quite like the feeling of getting from A to B under your own steam, or pedal power in this case.

Last year, after I started working in the city three days a week, I soon grew tired of the train commute and looked in to cycle instead. And I’m so glad I did!

Since I switched the train for bicycle for my 14km commute I've been getting stronger, faster and happier. Plus I'm saving loads of cash too!

If your new years’ resolutions include getting fitter, saving money, or reducing your impact on the environment, this episode is for you!

I’m joined by Matt Tozer from Bike Society who will share his best tips for getting into cycling, particular commuting to and from work.

You can follow Bike Society via their Website, Facebook, Instagram, Pinterest and Twitter.

Jan 3, 2019

Have you ever wondered what it would be like to go diving in dumpsters to rescue discarded food, but you haven't been game enough to experience it for yourself?

In this episode I'm chatting with my Dumpster Diving friend Dushan Popovic about what it's really like to go diving for food. 

You'll discover:

  • What kind of foods supermarkets are throwing away
  • Tips for getting started dumpster diving
  • The best times to go dumpster diving
  • Safety concerns of dumpster divers
  • How to come out to your friends as a dumpster diver.

I assure you that you'll think differently after food waste after listening to this episode.

Let's dive in! ;-)

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