Environmental Industry Episodes

Jason Kunz , a safety leader with over a decade at 3M, shares insights on building top-tier safety programs, preventing serious injuries, and how technology is reshaping safety. He also touches on worker engagement and a life-saving CPR experience. Tune in for practical tips to elevate your safety approach. Learn more about Jason at at ⁠⁠www.kunzCompany.com⁠ ⁠. Thanks to our sponsors: E-Tank , TerraTherm , Enthalpy Analytical , and Zappa Stewart .

Sean Grady interviews Robert Wilkinson, an expert with over 25 years of experience in environmental investigation, assessment, and management. Robert, who is the CCR Technical Manager at TDEC's Bureau of Environment, discusses his extensive background and how he became involved in managing issues related to coal combustion residuals (CCR) at TVA coal-fired power plants in Tennessee. The conversation dives into the history and regulatory framework of CCR, the environmental and health impacts, the...

Join host Sean Grady as he interviews JP Verheul, Senior Chemist, and Mike Allen, VP of Trace Lab Services, from Enthalpy Analytical. Discover the critical work Enthalpy Analytical is doing in analyzing environmental samples for PFAS and other contaminants. Learn about the challenges and complexities in the testing and regulatory landscape, especially concerning drinking water, wastewater treatment, and industrial impacts. The episode also features detailed discussions on analytical methods, sta...

Join host Sean Grady in conversations with industry experts at the Rail Hazmat Summit, featuring insights from Brian Kokkila , Assistant Chief of Operations for the Pittsburgh Bureau of Fire . Explore the challenges and collaborations in emergency response activities, focusing on rail incidents and stakeholder engagement. Learn some of the take aways Brian plans to focus on when he returns to his post as a result of this Rail Thought Leaders Summit. Thanks to our sponsors: Enthalpy Analytical , ...

In this episode, join host Sean Grady as he delves into the world of 911 emergency response operations with April Heinze , the Chief of 911 Operations at the National Emergency Number Association (NENA) . Get ready to explore the crucial role of 911 operators, the setting of standards, training procedures, and the challenges faced by the emergency response community. Tune in for valuable insights and behind-the-scenes perspectives from a key player in the realm of emergency response. Thanks to o...

In this episode, host Sean Grady interviews John Walsh , the director of hazmat programs for the Short Line Safety Institute , discussing the crucial role of hazmat training for first responders in the rail industry. Walsh shares insights on the challenges and importance of safety training for short line and regional railroads, emphasizing the need for collaboration and leveraging digital technologies for effective training delivery. The interview highlights key takeaways from the Rail Hazmat Th...

Welcome to the environmental transformation podcast. Today's guest is Nikos Avlonas , CEO of the Center of Sustainability and Excellence , discussing sustainability practices and the impact of new climate disclosure rules on organizations. From sustainability training to navigating the complexities of sustainability reporting, join us as we explore the evolving landscape of sustainable business practices. Thanks to our sponsors: Enthalpy Analytical , Zappa-Stewart , E-Tank , Cascade Environmenta...

In this episode, Sean interviews Pat Brady , General Director of Hazardous Materials Safety at BNSF Railroad . Learn about Pat's role at BNSF and his vast experience as an emergency responder, we also cover topics such as response readiness in the hazmat community, challenges in hazmat training, credential standards, and how technology such as virtual reality is changing the way Class I railroads are targeting the Gen Zs entering the workforce. Finally we dive into all the elements of stakeholde...

Welcome to the Environmental Transformation Podcast. In this episode, host Sean Grady interviews Bill Schoonover , the Associate Administrator of Hazardous Materials Safety for the Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration . Bill shares insights on organizing the inaugural RAIL Thought Leaders Summit in Addison, Texas, and discusses the outcomes and future objectives of bringing thought leaders together to enhance hazmat safety and preparedness. Join us for a deep dive into the comp...

In this insightful episode of the Environmental Transformation Podcast, host Sean Grady engages in a compelling dialogue with Emily Donovan , co-founder of Clean Cape Fear , about their ongoing battle against PFAS pollution in the Cape Fear River watershed. Exploring the intricate journey from petitioning the United Nations to address human rights violations to the complex responses from major corporations like DuPont, Chemours, and Corteva, this episode sheds light on the critical environmental...

Using Super Absorbent Polymers (SAPs) to solidify liquid wastes with Whit Rawls. In this compelling installment of the Environmental Transformation Podcast, Sean sits down with Whit Rawls, the expert sales engineer from Chase Corp's Zappa Stewart , to explore the fascinating technology behind SAPs. We deep dive into the use and impact of SAPs across various sectors, including waste management, sediment dredging, drilling operations, municipal wastewater treatment, and environmental remediation. ...

How to achieve a Zero Carbon Industry by 2060! In this episode we sits down with Jeffrey Rissman , senior director of Industry at Energy Innovation and author of Zero-Carbon Industry , the definitive guide to the breakthrough technologies transforming the manufacturing sector and the policies that can accelerate the global transition to clean industry. Rissman discusses various aspects of his book, outlining ways industry and society can achieve zero carbon emissions. He touches on transformativ...

Venture Investment Strategies with Ginger Rothrock of HG Ventures . In this compelling episode, our host dives into an enriching conversation with Dr. Ginger Rothrock, the Senior Investment Director at HG Ventures. They explore the exhilarating realm of venture capital, the essential role of startups in fostering innovation, and the intriguing blend of science, business, and technology. With insights from Ginger's wealth of experience as an entrepreneur, investor, and scientist, listeners are b...

Being the Visible Leader or Executive with Trends.ceo Dan DiFederico . In this episode we discuss how to build a world-class presence on the one platform that matters by creating a Linked In strategy and a visible and effective profile. Learn what goes into developing a unique industry Leader Narrative that stands out in the crowd with stories that pull customers in. Understand the power of content creation used to connect with your audience or customers and why it’s so important to become tha...

Hazardous Material Management challenges with former PHMSA Administrator, Skip Elliott . In this episode Skip Elliott shares with us his journey to becoming the Administrator of PHMSA and the interim Acting Inspector General of the U.S. Department of Transportation . We had an in-depth discussion about the challenges and gaps of Hazmat Training for Emergency Response professionals supporting the Railroad industry. Class I Railroads have a huge responsibility to train their staff and response p...

This podcast episode features an interview with James Viray , the Global Head of Corporate Sustainability for GHD . We discuss GHD's commitment to sustainability, integration of ESG principles into their business, and how they are creating a sustainability culture. Learn how GHD is addressing social inclusion, generational value creation, and the future of sustainability as part of their "Sustainability Way" of doing business. You will also discover how GHD's initiatives around the Future of Ene...

Brownfield Redevelopment strategies with Hemisphere Brownfield Group⁠ and Ardent Environmental . Join us for a dynamic conversation with Todd Davis and Bill Dennis , industry veterans in the field of brownfield redevelopment. Todd, an experienced attorney and CEO of Hemisphere Brownfield Group, and Bill, a principal at Arden Environmental Services, share insights on their 30-year journey in transforming contaminated sites into thriving properties. From early days of uncertainty to the evolution...

"The Future of Water Management: AMI and Beyond an Exclusive Interview" with GHD Digital 's Freddie Guerra and Rick Relyea . Learn how Advanced Metering Infrastructure is Unlocking the Potential for Utilities through Advanced Analytics and Predictive Insights. See how AMI can reduce water loss and identify leaks saving customers thousands of dollars a year. Understand the assessment process that goes into implementing a robust AMI system and the management of change that takes place when adoptin...

From Startups to Success: Why Mazarine Ventures invests in Climate Adaptation Technology with John Robinson . Learn how Mazarine Ventures assesses investment candidates by using the CIA Framework (Character, Intellect, and Access). See how ESG fits into their Investment Thesis, and why they specifically focus on Water Tech. Hear what technologies John is Bullish on and which ones he is Bearish on. Don’t miss out on this interesting interview and learn how Impact Investors see the future. T...

In this episode we discuss Water Filtration and Equipment Selection. Properly sizing a water filtration system can be challenging. Who do you call when you need help figuring out the size of pumps you need to drain a retention pond, or what type of filtration unit should you use to process or treat contaminated surface water or groundwater? Selecting effective treatment media is another difficult task many struggle with. I discuss these questions and more with ⁠⁠Andrew Morris⁠⁠ and ⁠⁠Jesse G...

Odor Monitoring and Mitigation can be challenging. Where is the odor coming from? How should you eliminate the odors? How do you know if the source is from your location? These questions can be a real challenge to solve. Envirosuite is an air, odor, dust, and noise monitoring software platform used to measure these types of parameters. They have a beautiful software interface with the ability to deploy different types of monitoring devises to capture real-time data. Byers Scientific utilizes pro...

ESG Software for Every Business with Sustain.Life CSO Alyssa Rade . Learn where we are in the Evolution of the Decarbonization Journey. How Climate conversations and ESG Reporting expectations are changing the dynamics of Business from the Board Room to the everyday worker. See how Digital Transformation is changing the way companies think about tracking Scope 1, 2, and 3 Emissions and Reporting Sustainability metrics. Hear what its like working for an ESG Start Up software company and much more...

Today we have a panel discussion with today’s guests, Eliot Cooper of Cascade , Dr. Bradley Droy of TEA Environmental Solutions , and Craig Bruno of Landmark Environmental , around the evaluation process of selecting the proper In-Situ Chemistry products. We also discuss what goes into bringing new chemical amendments to market. Depending on the site characterization and hydrogeology characteristics, different chemistries may be selected based on the chemical of concern, such as CleanER iZVI ,...

We are talking about the “G” in ESG in this episode with David Duffy , the CEO and Co-Founder of The Corporate Governance Institute . Learn why ESG is driving the focus of Boards today, and what their roles and responsibilities are for delivering the company's ESG strategy. Also learn how Non-Executive Board members help with supporting the Executives responsible for delivering these goals with their domain expertise. Find out how you can “Level Up” by completing on-line training for aspiring ...