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Talking Taiao

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Talking Taiao
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    Talking Taiao: The rise of energy costs: Community Energy Taranaki's solutions for you

    13/04/2026 | 28 mins.
    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
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    Talking Taiao: From Scraps to Solutions: Rethinking Kai Waste in Aotearoa

    06/04/2026 | 27 mins.
    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.
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    Reducing Waste and Feeding the Community: This is what On The House has been doing since 2017

    30/03/2026 | 26 mins.
    From feeding 12 people in the streets of Ngāmotu - New Plymouth to thousands weekly in Taranaki, now in Bell Block and Stratford. Jump in with Terry from On The House as he tells us how and why On The House started. In this episode, he explains what they are offering to the community, including how their Free Stores work, but also how you could support them with the incredible mahi they are doing for all. Visit their website to get in touch with them: www.onthehouse.org.nz
  • Talking Taiao

    Talking Taiao: Reducing Waste and Feeding the Community: This is what On The House has been doing since 2017

    29/03/2026 | 26 mins.
    From feeding 12 people in the streets of Ngāmotu - New Plymouth to thousands weekly in Taranaki, now in Bell Block and Stratford. Jump in with Terry from On The House as he tells us how and why On The House started. In this episode, he explains what they are offering to the community, including how their Free Stores work, but also how you could support them with the incredible mahi they are doing for all. Visit their website to get in touch with them: www.onthehouse.org.nz
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    Talking Taiao: Business for Good in Taranaki - Celebrating B-Corp Month

    23/03/2026 | 25 mins.
    How can businesses balance profit with purpose? In this episode of Talking Taiao, Sophie interviews sustainability consultant Belen Matias about her new role supporting the B Corp movement in Taranaki. Tune in for a hopeful conversation about values-driven business and practical ways companies can make a positive difference. Visit www.bcorpmonth.com for more information or contact Belen at [email protected]

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About Talking Taiao

Welcome to Talking Taiao! This show aims to inspire and support people, businesses, and communities to value our local taiao (environment) and act to prioritize sustainability. We focus on positive, educational and uplifting discussions, showing how a culture of kaitiakitanga (guardianship of the land) can make Taranaki a thriving region for all! Made by the team at Sustainable Taranaki.
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