Best Compostable Packaging Podcasts (2025)

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Ep. 194. Alex Truelove: Impending Compliance Changes for Compostable Food Packaging 59:27

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Alex Truelove has served as Legislation and Advocacy Manager at BPI (Biodegradable Plastics Institute) since 2022. He previously directed U.S. PIRG's (Public Interest Research Group's) zero-waste program. He remains passionate about waste reduction, public policy, and working with others to incrementally solve messy environmental problems. In this …

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FlexXray: How External X-Ray Inspection Helps Close the Gap on Foreign Material 24:16

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Kye Luker serves as the Chief Product Officer at FlexXray, where he leads the development of the company's innovative X-ray inspection process and technology. With over two decades of experience in the service, CPG, food, and beverage industries, Kye brings a wealth of knowledge in continuous improvement, quality assurance, and formulations to his …

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Martijn Ros - Recycling compostable tableware in Hong Kong 17:03

3h ago17:03

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By Radio Television Hong Kong

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Up-beet about sustainable sugar (PPF)

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Grab a cuppa and prepare to be recharged by this high-energy chat with Dr Vicky Foster about the British sugar industry. Vicky has held various leadership roles within the UK food system, most recently as Head of the British Beet Research Organisation. In this episode of People|Planet|Food, host Roger Robson-Williams talks with Vicky about how the …

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Ep. 195. Dr. Christopher Daubert: The Value of a Food Science Education 46:55

3d ago46:55

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Christopher R. Daubert, Ph.D., serves as the President of the Institute of Food Technologists (IFT) and as the Vice Chancellor and Dean of the College of Agriculture, Food, and Natural Resources at the University of Missouri (Mizzou), as well as a Professor in the Division of Food Systems and Bioengineering. He joined Mizzou from North Carolina Sta…

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Natasha Chawla - MUUSE 17:21

9d ago17:21

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By Radio Television Hong Kong

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EPR Masterclass Part 4: Advanced Packaging Redesign Strategies for EPR 26:36

7d ago26:36

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Welcome to the Sustainable Design Lab podcast by Veritiv. Hosted by Chris Bradley, this show is your go-to resource for cutting-edge insights into the world of sustainable packaging. Join us as we reimagine packaging innovation and turn every decision into a powerful act of sustainability. In this episode, Chris shares eight advanced packaging rede…

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Elanco: Diagnostics and the Role of Testing in Ensuring Food Safety 15:28

15d ago15:28

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Savannah Applegate, Ph.D. is a Senior Consultant at Elanco Poultry Food Safety. Dr. Applegate received her B.S. degree in Meat Science from Ohio State University and her M.S. degree and Ph.D. in Applied Food Microbiology from Texas Tech University. Her areas of expertise are meat and poultry food safety, and she specializes in diagnostics and patho…

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Packing a punch for sustainability (PPF)

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Fancy a sprinkle of positivity? Then check out this conversation with Sarah Lei, Head of Sustainability at Trevelyan's Pack & Cool Ltd., an understated leader in the kiwifruit industry. Hear from Sarah about how her experience as an engineer and yoga teacher informs her approach to making a large kiwifruit packhouse an exemplar of sustainable busin…

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Nissa Cornish - Redress Asia 14:58

11d ago14:58

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Today on Trash Talk, Marcy Trent Long speaks with Executive Director of Redress Asia Nissa Cornish about their work in reducing textile waste in Hong Kong.By Radio Television Hong Kong

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Dana Winograd - Producer Responsibility Scheme For Plastic Beverage Containers 14:19

19d ago14:19

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Today on Trash Talk, Marcy Trent Long speaks with partner Dana Winograd from Plastic Free Seas about the studies and data from Drink Without Waste, for a producer responsibility scheme for plastic beverage containers and cartons.By Radio Television Hong Kong

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Bonus Episode: Live from the 2025 Food Safety Summit—Part 2 1:16:24

22d ago1:16:24

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To get a taste of the discussions that were happening at the 2025 Food Safety Summit, we spoke face-to-face with Sharon Beals, Founder, SKKB; Peter Taormina, Ph.D., Founder and President, Etna Consulting Group; Sandra Eskin, J.D., CEO, STOP Foodborne Illness; John O'Fallon, Senior Manager Environmental Sensors, Zebra Technologies; Monica Khoury, Se…

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Bonus Episode: Live from the 2025 Food Safety Summit—Part 1 1:48:22

28d ago1:48:22

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To get a taste of the discussions that were happening at the 2025 Food Safety Summit, we spoke face-to-face with keynote speaker Jason Evans, Ph.D., Dean, College of Food Innovation and Technology, Johnson & Wales University; as well as Brian Ronholm, M.A., Director of Food Policy, Consumer Reports; Michael Fang, Co-Founder, Spectacular Labs; and S…

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Orianna Wong and Kenneth Wan - Sustainability at Kai Tak Sports Park 16:24

26d ago16:24

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This week on Trash Talk, Marcy Trent Long speaks with Kai Tak Sports Park’s Food Safety & Sustainability Manager Orianna Wong, and Facility Manager Kenneth Wan about the sustainable practices at the new Kai Tak Sports Park.By Radio Television Hong Kong

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People, planet, kiwifruit – with Rachel Depree (PPF)

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What does it take to deliver sustainable livelihoods for growers, green international shipping, and support healthy nutrition around the globe? In this episode of People Planet Food, host Roger Robson-Williams talks to Rachel Depree, Executive Officer for Sustainability at Zespri International – the world’s largest marketer of kiwifruit – to explor…

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Ep. 193. Christian Ararat: A Global Perspective on Auditing, Certifications, AI, and Beyond 1:25:05

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Christian Ararat, M.Sc., M.Eng. is a food safety professional with more than ten years of experience in food safety and quality. After earning a bachelor's degree in Food Science from Valley University in Colombia, he began his career in the bakery industry, where he implemented and enforced good manufacturing practices (GMPs) and prerequisite prog…

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Carla Martinesi - Rescued Feast 10:34

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This week on Trash Talk, Marcy Trent Long speaks with CHOMP’s founder and CEO Carla Martinesi about their latest The Rescued Feast, which turns food surplus and scraps into delicious gourmet meals.By Radio Television Hong Kong

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Under the Skin – Perfecting Nature’s Packaging (FTL)

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The skin of fruit serves more than just a protective barrier; it acts as nature’s packaging—the first element we notice, touch, and often judge. In this episode, scientist and host Hilary Ireland chats with molecular scientist Mikaela Douglas to explore what lies beneath the surface of fruit skins. They discuss how genetic research is enabling scie…

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Andrea Richey - Shark Conservation in Hong Kong 15:03

2M ago15:03

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This week on Trash Talk, Marcy Trent Long speaks with Andrea Richey from The Shark Foundation about her work in shark conservation in Hong Kong.By Radio Television Hong Kong

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EPR Masterclass Part 3: Colorado's Program 24:28

2M ago24:28

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Welcome to the Sustainable Design Lab podcast by Veritiv. Hosted by Chris Bradley, this show is your go-to resource for cutting-edge insights into the world of sustainable packaging. Join us as we reimagine packaging innovation and turn every decision into a powerful act of sustainability. In this episode, Chris dives into Colorado's unique approac…

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Ep. 192. Alfredo Fernández: Emerging U.S. Regulations for PFAS in Food Contact Materials 49:24

2M ago49:24

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Alfredo Fernández, J.D. is an attorney and Partner at Shipman & Goodwin LLP. As a member of the firm's national Environmental Practice, Alfredo advises clients across industry types on environmental, health, and safety issues that arise in all areas of business operations. Risk management pertaining to per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) is …

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Trust, tech and the table: the future of food with Jack Bobo

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Food futurist Jack Bobo joins scientist Hilary Ireland to explore the future of food production. From the impact of agriculture on the planet to the promise of new technologies like gene editing, Jack shares insights on how we can build sustainable food systems while earning consumer trust. With a background in law, policy and behavioural science, …

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EPR Masterclass Part 2: Oregon's Program 29:11

2M ago29:11

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Welcome to the Sustainable Design Lab podcast by Veritiv. Hosted by Chris Bradley, this show is your go-to resource for cutting-edge insights into the world of sustainable packaging. Join us as we reimagine packaging innovation and turn every decision into a powerful act of sustainability. In this episode, Chris breaks down Oregon's complex 397-pag…

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Beatrice Wong - Regulated waste electrical and electronic equipment collection and recycling at the 11:49

2M ago11:49

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This week on Trash Talk, Marcy Trent Long speaks with EPD Senior Environmental Protection Officer Beatrice Wong about regulated waste electrical and electronic equipment collection and recycling at the facility.By Radio Television Hong Kong

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EPR Masterclass Part 1: EPR Fundamentals 24:00

2M ago24:00

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Welcome to the Sustainable Design Lab podcast by Veritiv. Hosted by Chris Bradley, this show is your go-to resource for cutting-edge insights into the world of sustainable packaging. Join us as we reimagine packaging innovation and turn every decision into a powerful act of sustainability. Before listening to this episode, make sure you’ve checked …

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EPR Masterclass Overview 9:56

2M ago9:56

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Welcome to the Sustainable Design Lab podcast by Veritiv. Hosted by Chris Bradley, this show is your go-to resource for cutting-edge insights into the world of sustainable packaging. Join us as we reimagine packaging innovation and turn every decision into a powerful act of sustainability. In the first episode of the Sustainable Design Lab podcast,…

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Ep. 191. Dr. Edward Dudley: Wastewater Monitoring for Foodborne Pathogen Surveillance 1:12:04

2M ago1:12:04

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Edward G. Dudley, Ph.D. is the Director of the E. coli Reference Center and a Professor of Food Science at the Pennsylvania State University. He has a broad background in molecular biology, physiology, and foodborne bacteria genomics, with expertise in both beneficial and pathogenic species. His current research program focuses on factors that driv…

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Merlin Lau - New Packaging Reduction Pact 14:27

2M ago14:27

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Merlin Lao, the Head Policy and Research of the Business Environment Council, comes onto Trash Talk today to tell us about BEC’s policy comments on the government budget and the new packaging reduction pact.By Radio Television Hong Kong

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Mette Nielsen: The incredibly beautiful thrips! (SLFM)

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Most growers and home gardeners don't view thrips positively, but perhaps we could change your perspective. This week, data scientist and podcaster Tom Moore speaks to entomologist Mette Nielsen about her career in entomology, particularly her research on the many species of thrips in Aotearoa New Zealand. Correction: in this podcast we incorrectly…

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Trailer 3:00

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Welcome to the Sustainable Design Lab podcast by Veritiv. Hosted by Chris Bradley, this show is your go-to resource for cutting-edge insights into the world of sustainable packaging. Each episode dives deep into advanced materials, circular economy strategies, and real-world innovations, offering clear, actionable guidance for packaging engineers, …

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James Thomson-Sakhrani - Giving Toiletry Kits Waste a New Life 14:45

3M ago14:45

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This week on Trash Talk, Managing Director of The Amber Foundation James Thomson-Sakhrani talks to Marcy Trent Long about their work in redirecting toiletry kits from landfills to those in need.By Radio Television Hong Kong

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Ep. 190. Phil Kafarakis: Ensuring Food Safety for Food Away From Home 58:09

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Phil Kafarakis is the President and CEO of IFMA The Food Away from Home Association, formerly known as the International Foodservice Manufacturers Association. He is responsible for overseeing IFMA's day-to-day operations and directing the activities of the association in support of its policies, goals, and objectives. Phil is a highly accomplished…

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Silvine Wong - Turning food waste into useful organic fertilizer, animal feed, and now construction 15:11

3M ago15:11

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This week on Trash Talk, Marcy Trent Long speaks with Silvine Wong, the CEO and Co-Founder of BSF Innovation about their work of turning food waste into useful organic fertilizer, animal feed, and now construction materials using the larvae of black s...By Radio Television Hong Kong

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Plant-based yoghurts (SITK)

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Most people are already familiar with products like oat milk and almond butter, but what about barley yoghurt? Scientists at Plant & Food Research are developing a new plant-based product: yoghurt made from barley grain. In this week's podcast, scientist and podcast host Rebecca Campbell speaks to food scientist Gert-Jan Moggre about this exciting …

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Hygiena: Optimizing Data for Improved Food Safety Risk Management and Compliance 23:56

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Mark Carter is the Senior Software Product Manager at Hygiena. He assumed the presidency of the International Association for Food Protection (IAFP) at the conclusion of the IAFP Annual Meeting in July 2024. Mr. Carter has extensive international business and technical experience. He most recently served as COO of Matrix Sciences, as well as the Ex…

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Quentin Parker - Waste in Space 15:03

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This week on Trash Talk, Marcy Trent Long speaks with Quentin Parker, director of HKU’s Laboratory for Space Research, about waste in space and how it affects us on Earth.By Radio Television Hong Kong

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Ep. 189. Dr. Jason Evans: Leadership When Nothing is Easy—A Food Safety Summit Keynote Preview 1:17:34

3M ago1:17:34

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Jason Evans, Ph.D. is the Dean of the College of Food Innovation and Technology (CFIT) at Johnson & Wales University, which offers baccalaureate and graduate programming in Culinary Arts, Culinary Science, Culinary Nutrition, Food and Beverage Entrepreneurship, and Sustainable Food Systems. Formerly, Dr. Evans was an Associate Professor of Agricult…

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Robert Gibson,a Fellow at Civic Exchange - Unique solutions to global warming 15:21

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By Radio Television Hong Kong

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Hope in turbulent times (PPF)

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People | Planet | Food - Host Roger Robson-Williams speaks with sustainability experts Saskia Verraes and Martin Rich about the future they aspire to create through their work. They discuss the encouraging signs of progress in Aotearoa New Zealand and around the globe.Amid rising illiberalism, increasing geopolitical tensions, economic uncertainty,…

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Grace Kwok - Hong Kong Environmental Campaign Committee 13:27

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This week on Trash Talk, Marcy Trent Long speaks with Grace Kwok, chair of the Environmental Campaign Committee, about the work they do on the Hong Kong government advisory committee.By Radio Television Hong Kong

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Ep. 188. Dr. Kimberly Baker: Educating Small Manufacturers on Food Safety Compliance and Best Practices 59:21

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Kimberly Baker, Ph.D. serves as the Food Systems and Safety Program Team Director and an Associate Extension Specialist with the Clemson University Cooperative Extension Service. She received her Ph.D. in Food Technology from Clemson University and is both a registered and licensed dietitian, as well as a trained chef. Since joining Clemson Extensi…

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Minal Jain - Reducing Waste on Flights 16:25

4M ago16:25

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This week on Trash Talk, Marcy Trent Long speaks with Minal Jain, Cathay Pacific’s Assistant Manager for Sustainable Development, about their program on reducing waste and increasing recycling from passenger flights into Hong Kong.By Radio Television Hong Kong

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The challenge of gene editing a plant (NT)

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Gene editing is a new technology with the potential to breed new crops faster. With changing regulations worldwide on how gene editing can be incorporated into food production systems, what does it actually take to gene edit a plant crop?   This week Scigest host and scientist Jay Jayaraman speaks to Zac Hanley, GM Science – New Cultivar Innovation…

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Joyce Wong - Gamifying Sustainability Issues 13:04

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Joyce Wong, Co-Founder of Better Futures, talks to Marcy Trent Long about how she turns her goals of “empowering organisations to navigate the complexities of the 21st century" to build a more sustainable tomorrow.By Radio Television Hong Kong

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Ep. 187. Rainer and Coneski: Evolving Legislation Around Food Packaging Chemicals and Additives—Implications for Industry 1:25:55

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Natalie Rainer, J.D., M.P.H. is a Partner and a Member of K&L Gates LLP's Health Care and FDA practice. She focuses her practice primarily in the food and beverage industry. Natalie practices food and drug law, advising clients on regulatory requirements for foods, dietary supplements, cosmetics, and food and drug packaging in jurisdictions around …

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Ricci Wong - Upcycling Trees 14:57

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This week on Trash Talk, Ricci Wong from Hong Kong Timberbank talks to Marcy Trent Long about how they save trees that have been cut down from the landfill.By Radio Television Hong Kong

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Margaret Burnett - Leadership in Sustainability 15:36

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This week on Trash Talk, Marcy Trent Long speaks to HKU’s Programme Director for the Masters in Sustainability, Leadership, and Governance Dr. Margaret Burnett about their program and how they train leadership in sustainability.By Radio Television Hong Kong

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Ep. 186. Lucy Angarita: Outlining an Action Plan for FSMA 204 Compliance 1:30:50

5M ago1:30:50

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Lucy Angarita is the Director of Food Supply Chain visibility at GS1 US, where she works with retail, grocery, foodservice, and healthcare companies to increase data quality, operational efficiencies, and full supply chain traceability. With over 20 years of experience in program management and process improvement, as well as a Six Sigma Black Belt…

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Paul Zimmerman - Plastic Beverage Containers Producer Responsibility Scheme 15:10

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This week on Trash Talk, Marcy Trent Long speaks to Drink without Waste’s Paul Zimmerman on the soon-to-be proposed Producer Responsibility Scheme on plastic beverage bottles and beverage containers producer.By Radio Television Hong Kong

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Bringing change through compost, carbon, and connection (PPF)

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People | Planet | Food – In this episode, host Roger Robson-Williams chats with friend and colleague Stephen Wallace, Sustainability Manager at AgResearch and Plant & Food Research,Stephen shares his journey into sustainability, sparked by a passion for the environment and early efforts to combat food waste in the workplace. He offers insights into…

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