In this episode of the Heart of Waraba podcast, we interview Terra Active founder Janneke Geven. She is a young entrepreneur from Sweden that used the isolation of COVID19 restrictions to fuel her new line of activewear made from recycled … [Read more...]
Podcast: From Cow to Cactus: Adrian López Verlarde and Desserto Cactus Leather
Desserto is an alternative to animal leather, which not only kills cows but produces unimaginable amounts of waste, Desserto has patented a technology that transforms mature cactus leaves into a soft multipurpose material. The product is aimed … [Read more...]
Podcast: The Roar is Back! Welcome to Heart of Waraba Season 2
Welcome back to Heart of Waraba where we support, uplift and inspire sustainable entrepreneurs from around the globe. We are so excited to be back for the 2021 season. We have a new group of interns who bring fresh ideas to the table and new … [Read more...]
Podcast: New Opportunities Found in the Past: Ahmed Yehia and Eco Nubia
Egyptian entrepreneur Ahmed Yehia takes on ecotourism, and teaches us about trust, thinking resourcefully, and rebirth along the way. Persistence is what Ahmed answered as his greatest lesson so far. From navigating the public-private sector … [Read more...]
Podcast Trailer: Welcome to the Heart of Waraba Podcast
Thank you for joining us on this journey to create a more sustainable future through entrepreneurship. We hope you enjoy this podcast and find hope to tackle the environmental issues facing the world. --- Support this podcast: … [Read more...]
Podcast: Ripples of Sustainability: Jerry Winata and The Bawah Reserve
Jerry Winata thinks holistically and takes risks to increase sustainability for small islands in Indonesia, leading change for nations around the world. Winata runs the Bawah Anambas Foundation. The focus of his nonprofit is the inclusion of the … [Read more...]
Podcast: Down to the Roots: Tony Fernandes and The Rotten Fruit Box
There is something rotten about Tony Fernandes’ startup venture in Portugal. If you visit this westernmost country in Europe, you will find countryside here dotted with villages, charming farms and small orchards. This corner of the world … [Read more...]
Podcast: Waste Management Around the Globe
Amelia Shore talks with Ben Rappaport, Srilekhya Vennamaneni, and Michael Shore about waste management innovations across the world. Michael Shore is the founder of Heart of Waraba and previously served as the Recycling Coordinator for Chatham … [Read more...]
Podcast: Geeking Out: Jo Hand and Giki Social Enterprise
Jo Hand is concerned about climate change and thinks we should make sustainable shopping choices. But in practice, that tends to be difficult. Hand’s company, Giki, is helping consumers in the United Kingdom shop in more eco-friendly ways. … [Read more...]
