Talking Taiao

For the International Composting Awareness Week (4-10 May), we are discussing why composting is a WIN WIN WIN WIN! Starting from the very small lens looking at bacteria and the soil, to your māra - garden, and all the way to our wider economy, and our beautiful planet Earth, we are explaining in this episode all the incredible benefits of composting. Any questions? Keen to join one of our workshops? Know a business wanted to join Green Loop? Get in touch using our Socials or website! www.SustainableTaranaki.org.nz

After exploring Aotearoa New Zealand on her bike, Lydia decided to stay here and has been working for 3 years in Climate Change Policy. Learn more about her journey (all the way from the UK), her work, and her tips & ideas for being more sustainable in Taranaki.

What are the implications of an LNG Terminal in Taranaki? What risks and benefits? But also, why and what is LNG? Join us as we discuss this "hot topic" with Sarah from Taranaki Energy Watch and Catherine from Climate Justice Taranaki. One thing is certain: now is the right time to talk about this and make the right decision for our energy and our future.

It's been a few weeks of "energy chaos" with fuel prices increasing a LOT reminding us how dependant we are to other countries. But what if we could reduce your energy costs by electrifying our whare (house) and businesses? What are the solutions and what are the first steps people could do? Listen to our kōrero with Community Energy Taranaki and get important tips and advices on how to save money AND the planet. You can fill in their short community electrification survey here:
https://forms.gle/iVyQHPbD6g8WwFGV8

In this episode of Talking Taiao, Sophie sits down with behaviour change specialist Alexandra Vernal to explore the big issue of kai waste in Aotearoa. From her work with the Ministry for the Environment to research and partnerships supporting organisations, Alex shares practical insights into what really helps shift habits and reduce organic waste.
They also dive into her wider mahi in sustainable behaviour change, including previous research with Sustainable Taranaki, and what it takes to inspire lasting change in our communities. Packed with real-world tips and a few fun moments along the way, this kōrero will leave you feeling motivated to take small steps for the taiao.