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If you are looking for information to get into a sustainable career or enjoy learning about sustainable careers then you’re in the right place.
Join your host Micaela Mlikota bimonthly on the first and third Mondays of every month to connect with guests working in different industries but all centered around prioritizing environmental impact.
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In today's podcast episode we will be talking to Rozina Kanchwala, a director at the Clean Energy Leadership Institute and the founder of Eco.Logic, a non-profit organization dedicated to promoting sustainability and environmental awareness. In this episode, Rozina shares her personal journey towards becoming a leader in the clean energy industry, as well as the challenges and rewards of starting a non-profit organization. Rozina is a passionate advocate for environmental sustainability and s...
17 Apr 2023
Charge Up & Sit Down
In this episode, we sit down with Josh Bayer, a Senior Prototype Engineer at Rivian, to discuss his journey in the electric vehicle industry. Josh shares his experiences on how he landed his job at Rivian, offering valuable insights for those looking to break into the field. We also dive into the technical innovations driving the industry, including the advancements in battery technology and the ability to travel longer distances on a single charge. However, we also recognize the challenges t...
3 Apr 2023
Green is the new black
Welcome to the latest episode of For the penguins, where we have the pleasure of interviewing a Hester Vanacker, a durability officer at Kering, one of the world's leading luxury fashion brands. She is also a researcher who is passionate about finding ways to make the fashion industry more sustainable. In this episode, we will be delving into our guest's experience and insights on the topic of sustainable fashion. We will discuss her work at Kering, where she leads the company's efforts to in...
20 Mar 2023
Data and Despair
In this week’s episode we are discussing what being a data scientist for clean energy entails, as well as all the different ways you could get into this career. Mike Jehl is a data science consultant that works with preparing the grid for all the ups and downs that come with the clean energy transition. He openly talks about his path to this job, as well as how he did not need a college degree to accomplish it. From writing papers, to completing bootcamps, to trend forecasting, he discusses a...
6 Mar 2023
We are not crickets!
In this week's episode, Lili explains what it means to work in the alternative food industry. She unfolds how you don’t need to cut out meat to help the environment, you just need to replace it! We talk about the different types of alternative protein that are on the market vs in development, and how she got involved in working for Food Solutions Action as a policy advisor. If you are interested in learning more about the solutions to feeding the world in the face of evolving challenges...
20 Feb 2023
It’s a rich man’s world
This week’s episode we talk about Money Money Money, or more specifically, how to fund a renewable energy project and how to become a part of it! Becca will tell us what it means to be a financial analyst for a renewable energy developer and her journey to getting there. If you ever wonder how all these huge wind turbines are getting financed, or why legislation like the IRA was celebrated, this is the episode for you. Want more information? Follow our social media! ⬇️ • Instagram: @ForThePe...
6 Feb 2023
A peek into the world of a sustainable interior designer
Sustainability has space for art! In our first episode ever, we talk with Cailin about what it means to work in Sustainable Interior Design. She explains how she became a design lead and what that job entails, while sharing strategies for you to leverage and help secure a position in sustainable interior design. Want more information? Follow our social media! ⬇️ • Instagram: @ForThePenguinsPod • TikTok: @ForThePenguins • Facebook: For the Penguins Interested in sharing your expertise or hav...
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