Driving Eco Sustainability;My Perspective

In this episode of the Driving Eco Sustainability: My Perspective Podcast, Grace talks to Bagagga Ethol Amanda, the Founder of EcoErudites Uganda, a company that specializes in making and packaging Biogas, to talk about biogas as a source of clean energy in households. Many misconceptions surround biogas use, from safety concerns to efficiency doubts. With Ethol's expertise, we separate fact from fiction and explore how biogas can revolutionize clean energy use at home.Tune in for an eye-opening conversation on how biogas can be a game-changer for household energy and environmental conservation as we talk about the following: 🔹 How biogas works and its benefits for households🔹 Addressing common myths and misconceptions about biogas🔹 Biogas vs. traditional energy sources🔹 The future of biogas in enhancing clean cookingConnect with our guest Ethol and learn more about her work at; EcoErudites UgandaWebsite: https://www.ecoerudites.com/X (Formerly Twitter): https://x.com/ecoeruditesug Instagram:   / ecoeruditesug  For Ethol's social Media Pages: LinkedIn:  / bagagga-ethol-natukunda-593834236  X (Formerly Twitter):https:// x.com/ethol_baggagaInstagram :   / ethol_baggaga  Turn on Notifications: Hit the bell icon to get notified whenever we post new contentGive us Feedback: Let us know if you'd like to be on the show or if you know someone who should.Let's save our planet and fight climate change together!Don't forget to like, comment, and subscribe for more sustainability insights! #climatechangepodcast #biogasforhome #ClimateAction #cleancooking #climatechange #sustainabilitypodcast #sustainability #climatechangesolutions #ecofriendlyliving

In this episode, we explore what clean cooking with eco friendly cookstoves entails with Hajara Nabbanja, a clean cooking practitioner and specialist who assembles clean cooking stoves, installs household biogas systems and trains communities to make ecofriendly briquettes in a bid to transition from fossil-fuel intensive cooking systems to environmentally friendly cooking. Join us as we discuss:🌱 What is clean cooking. 🌍 The health benefits of clean cooking.🦁 How clean cooking facilitates efficient energy use and reduction of climate change.🔥The affordability and adoption of clean cooking in Uganda.Connect with our guest Nabbanja Hajara; 🐦 LinkedIn:www.linkedin.com/in/nabbanja-hajarah-333b77255? X: https://x.com/NabbanjaHajara1Turn on Notifications: Hit the bell icon to get notified whenever we post new contentGive us Feedback: Let us know if you'd like to be on the show or if you know someone who should.Let's save our planet and fight climate change together!Don't forget to like, comment, and subscribe for more sustainability insights! #climatechangepodcast #ClimateAction #cleancooking #climatechange #sustainabilitypodcast #sustainability #climatechangesolutions #ecofriendlyliving

n this episode, we explore the crucial role of Easy Housing Uganda in enhancing access to sustainable, affordable and climate resilient housing in Uganda with Moses Sekyanzi from Easy Housing Uganda. Easy Housing constructs homes using sustainable timber; thereby providing an affordable and sustainable alternative to the carbon intensive traditional construction cycle that largely involves use of sand, cement, bricks and stone Join us as we discuss:🌱 The carbon footprint of easy housing homes. 🌍 The process of construction and assembling of easy homes.🦁 What makes easy housing homes sustainable and resilient to environmental disasters.🔥How Easy housing is advancing ecotourism and reducing the unemployment problem in Uganda.Connect with our guest Moses Sekyanzi; 🐦 LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/mosesssekyanzi Instagram: www.instagram.com/mosesforclimate/X(Formerly Twitter): https://x.com/mosesforclimateYou can learn more about easy housing Uganda through the online and social media pages below🌍Website: www.easyhousing.org X: https://x.com/easyhousing2 Instagram:   / easyhousingofficial   Facebook: www.facebook.com/easyhousingofficial/Turn on Notifications: Hit the bell icon to get notified whenever we post new contentGive us Feedback: Let us know if you'd like to be on the show or if you know someone who should.Let's save our planet and fight climate change together!Don't forget to like, comment, and subscribe for more sustainability insights! #ClimateAction #sustainablehousing #climateresilience #climatechange #sustainabilitypodcast #sustainability #climatechangesolutions #climatechangepodcast

Welcome to Season 2 of the Driving Eco Sustainability: My Perspective Podcast! In this episode, we explore the journey of Helton Traders of turning plastic waste into sewing threads used in the textile and fashion industry with the founder, Hellen Munyasa. Hellen shares valuable insights on plastic waste recycling and its impact in combating pollution and climate change.Join us as we discuss:🌱 State of plastics pollution in Uganda.🌍 Helton's plastics recycling process.🦁 How plastics recycling contributes to creation of green jobs.🔥How Helton's plastics recycling contributes to cost reduction in the sustainable fashion industry.Connect with our guest, Hellen Munyasa:🌍Website: www.heltontraders.com🐦 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/munyasa-hellen-58950255🐦 Email: heltontraders.comLet's save our planet and fight climate change together!Don't forget to like, comment, and subscribe for more sustainability insights! #ClimateAction #plasticpollution #plasticrecycling #climatechange #sustainabilitypodcast #sustainablefashion #sustainability #climatechangesolutions #climatechangepodcast @tonyelumelufoundation @undp_uganda @concordiauniversitymontreal @sustory5956 @eastafricancommunity1278 @GIZonlineTV @dunin-deshpandequeensinnov844 ​Share your feedback and engage on our X Page at https://.x.com/EcosustainviewsWatch the full episode on YouTube at https://www.youtube.com/@drivingecosustainabilitySend Email to driveecosustainability@gmail.com

Welcome to Season 2 of the Driving Eco Sustainability: My Perspective Podcast! In this premiere episode, we explore how wildlife conservation plays a crucial role in addressing the climate change crisis. Our guest, Thembo Johnson Puruka, a wildlife conservation educator at the Uganda Wildlife Education Centre (UWEC) and founder of Green Totos Uganda, shares valuable insights on conservation efforts and their impact on climate resilience.Join us as we discuss:🌱 How protecting wildlife supports ecosystem balance and climate stability.🌍 The role of conservation education in climate action.🦁 Real-world examples of wildlife conservation initiatives in Uganda.🔥 Why conservation is a key strategy in the fight against climate change.Connect with our guest, Thembo Johnson Puruka:🌍Website: www.greentotosuganda.org🐦 X (Twitter): https://x.com/GreenTotos?t=Nr3SjoXeuB...🐦 Personal X: https://x.com/thembojpuruka?s=21&t=Iv.Let's protect wildlife, conserve nature, and fight climate change together!Don't forget to like, comment, and subscribe for more sustainability insights! #ClimateAction #WildlifeConservation #Sustainability

In this Episode of the Driving Eco Sustainability: My Perspective Podcast, Grace explains the key aspects of Adaptation to and Mitigation of Climate Change Mitigation: Entails reducing impacts of climate Change WHILEAdaptation: Encompasses adjusting to the impacts of Climate ChangeFind out the difference between adaptation and mitigation and how you can contribute to the fight against climate change through Adapting to or mitigating climate change impacts.For more Information visit UNFCCC official website: https://unfccc.int/Don't forget to like, comment, and subscribe for more eco-sustainability insights!Send us a textListen now on all major podcast platforms Share your feed back and engage on our Twitter/ X page at https://x.com/EcosustainviewsWatch the episodes on YouTube at https://www.youtube.com/@drivingecosustainaibilitySend inquiries to drivecosustainability@gmail.com

In this Episode, Grace shares more about the Paris Agreement, one of the most important global climate accords. Learn how the agreement unites nations in the effort to combat climate change and limit global temperature rise.  This episode provides a clear understanding of the Paris Agreement and its critical role in addressing the global climate crisis. You can learn more about the agreement by visiting the UNFCCC Official website: https://unfccc.int/ Don't forget to like, comment, and subscribe for more eco-sustainability insights! Send us a textListen now on all major podcast platforms Share your feed back and engage on our Twitter/ X page at https://x.com/EcosustainviewsWatch the episodes on YouTube at https://www.youtube.com/@drivingecosustainaibilitySend inquiries to drivecosustainability@gmail.com

In this Episode: Grace explains the key aspects of the Kyoto Protocol, an essential international agreement in the fight against climate change. Learn how the Kyoto Protocol set binding targets for reducing greenhouse gas emissions and its impact on global climate policy. This episode offers a comprehensive overview of the Kyoto Protocol and its lasting significance in the world of environmental sustainability. UNFCCC official website: https://unfccc.int/ Don't forget to like, comment, and subscribe for more eco-sustainability insights!Send us a textListen now on all major podcast platforms Share your feed back and engage on our Twitter/ X page at https://x.com/EcosustainviewsWatch the episodes on YouTube at https://www.youtube.com/@drivingecosustainaibilitySend inquiries to drivecosustainability@gmail.com

In this Episode, we explore the significance of integrating gender perspectives into climate change discussions with Cynthia Kemigisha; the Founder of Climate Skaters Uganda and a member of the Uganda Council of Foreign Relations.Discover how climate change uniquely impacts men and women and the importance of inclusive solutions for a sustainable future. Join us for insights on gender equality in climate resilience.0:00 Introduction01:31 The Role of Women in driving Climate Change Conversations08:15 The negative impacts of Climate Change to women14:43 Responsive Strategies that can be adopted by women to tackle Climate Change24:21 Role of Women in amplifying access to clean cooking 27:24 Ways in which Men can contribute to reduction of effects of Climate Change to women33: 49 Cynthia's Highlights and Challenges on this journey thus far40:09 Strategies to mainstream gender discussions in Uganda's Climate Action45:43 Where you can find Cynthia Climate Skaters UgandaYou can find out more about climate skaters, Kiteezi and Cynthia's work on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/climate_skaters_kiteezi/ or contact them on email at climateskatersuganda@gmail.comLike, comment, and subscribe for more eco-sustainability insights!Send us a textListen now on all major podcast platforms Share your feed back and engage on our Twitter/ X page at https://x.com/EcosustainviewsWatch the episodes on YouTube at https://www.youtube.com/@drivingecosustainaibilitySend inquiries to drivecosustainability@gmail.com

In this episode, we explore the critical role wetlands play in environmental sustainability. Discover how wetlands support biodiversity, water purification, control floods, and minimize the negative impacts of climate change. Robert, is the deputy ED of Environmental Shield with over 10 years experience in environmental sustainability and activism and a founder of the Green Foundation, an umbrella platform that bring together environmental conservationists and climate change activities across all divides.Robert highlights successful wetland restoration projects and provides expert insights on how everyone can help protect these vital ecosystems. Join us to learn why preserving wetlands is essential for a sustainable future.Like, comment, and subscribe for more eco-sustainability insights!00:00 Introduction02:55 What drives Robert's passion within this space ?06:21 Do wetlands play a role in averting climate and biodiversity ?12:08 What are the leading land use changes that contribute to wetland destruction?17:26 - How can we balance population needs with needs to conserve our ecosystem ? -Should people be allowed to get development permissions in wetlands ?22:56 Do you think Human Rights based approach is the best strategy towards wetlands restorations?29:59 In your view , do you think we can do better when it comes to information dissemination in this space ?34:08 Do you think human encroachment on wetlands will reduce or worsen in the near future ?38:23 What would you describe as the ideal scenario that balances wetland utilization and environmental sustainability ?41:17 Any inspirational message for young people looking to join this space of environmental sustainability ?To learn more about Robert's work follow him on X(Formerly Twitter) and Facebook. He can be found at https://x.com/RobertJTurykiraSend us a textListen now on all major podcast platforms Share your feed back and engage on our Twitter/ X page at https://x.com/EcosustainviewsWatch the episodes on YouTube at https://www.youtube.com/@drivingecosustainaibilitySend inquiries to drivecosustainability@gmail.com