Project Sustainability

Hosted by Peggy Smedley

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Apr 2024

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Each month, the show welcomes a new guest who will unpack a specific topic, spanning multiple episodes. Host Peggy Smedley will dive into her guest's desire to provide alternatives that will empower each of us on what it means to have a healthy home. Simply all the innovations from energy, air, water, lighting, security, appliances, and more that impact our homes. With a focus on technology—and how it works in the home—listeners will gain a deeper understanding of what's coming next and what's already possible today. Determined to give a glimpse into the future, Smedley ends every series with the same question: How can we do even more simply by managing our energy consumption to help make the world healthier, safer, and greener today and for future generations?

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April 30, 2024Episode 9516 min

Sustainability in South Carolina

Scott Byrne, director of global sustainability services, Sonoco, and Peggy Smedley talk about how the company is involved in South Carolina communities. He talks about some of the bigger one-off projects and sustainability stories in South Carolina. They also discuss: The rise of solar installations across the state and how it greens the grid. A partnership with Green Gas U.S.A. and capturing methane from a paper production process and reusing it. The importance of education and teaching the younger generations, while considering the future of work. sonoco.com/sustainability (5/1/24 - 95) IoT, Internet of Things, Peggy Smedley, artificial intelligence, machine learning, big data, digital transformation, cybersecurity, blockchain, sustainability, future of work, podcast, Scott Byrne, Sonoco,

April 23, 2024Episode 9415 min

Our Choices, Our Communities

Peggy Smedley and Kendall Daly, owner, Amend Market, talk about the choices we are making and how that impacts the communities we live in. She says it is really fun to watch people make choices that align with their values. They also discuss: The multifaceted issue and the multifaceted solution. The impact if we stop thinking about single use being a way of life, and we start thinking about reuse being more mainstream. The economic benefits of reuse. amendmarket.com (4/24/23 - 94) IoT, Internet of Things, Peggy Smedley, artificial intelligence, machine learning, big data, digital transformation, cybersecurity, blockchain, sustainability, future of work, podcast, Kendall Daly, Amend Market

April 16, 2024Episode 9415 min

Refill, Reuse, and Landfills

Peggy Smedley and Kendall Daly, owner, Amend Market, talk about sustainability including refill, reuse, and landfills. She explains how she got started owning a single refill shop—and the importance of voting with your dollar. They also discuss: How the system works. Creative reuse ideas and examples of products in the shop. Why people like refill and reuse. amendmarket.com (4/17/24 - 93)

April 9, 2024Episode 9213 min

Reuse and Refill

Peggy Smedley and Kendall Daly, owner, Amend Market, talk about the importance of reuse and refill—and what it means. She gives some context, saying in the U.S., there are billions of tons of waste reuse every single year, with the average American producing 4.5 pounds of trash every day. They also discuss: The alternatives and ways to be more conscious of using our products. The seven Rs—and the importance of the order they go in. What has changed that led us to greater reuse at this moment in time and if continued education is required. amendmarket.com (4/9/24 - 92) IoT, Internet of Things, Peggy Smedley, artificial intelligence, machine learning, big data, digital transformation, cybersecurity, blockchain, sustainability, future of work, podcast, Kendall Daly, Amend Market

April 2, 2024Episode 9114 min

Why Your Yard Should Work for You

Sheryl Guarniero, executive director, Make Greenville Greener, and Peggy Smedley talk about why your yard should work for you, narrowing in on composting. She says there is a level of instant gratification you get out of it, and it is your own experience. They also discuss: What should be added to a compost pile. How to get started with all of this. The benefits that all of this will provide to homeowners. makegvlgreener.com (4/3/24 - 91) IoT, Internet of Things, Peggy Smedley, artificial intelligence, machine learning, big data, digital transformation, cybersecurity, blockchain, sustainability, future of work, podcast, Sheryl Guarniero, Make Greenville Greener, worker of tomorrow

March 26, 2024Episode 9013 min

All about Soil and Composting

Stephanie Szkolnicki, owner, Southern Garden Solutions, and Peggy Smedley talk about soil and composting. She says there is a huge myth around composting that it is complicated—but she combats that myth. They also discuss: What composting is and the value add to the soil. The growing movement surrounding soil health. How to set up a system for composting. www.southerngardensol.com (3/27/24 - 90) IoT, Internet of Things, Peggy Smedley, artificial intelligence, machine learning, big data, digital transformation, cybersecurity, blockchain, sustainability, future of work, podcast, Stephanie Szkolnicki, Southern Garden Solutions

March 19, 2024Episode 8912 min

Water Stewardship

Stephanie Szkolnicki, owner, Southern Garden Solutions, and Peggy Smedley talk about the importance of water. She shares about the significance of the management and the usage of water. They also discuss: The benefits and impact of capturing water. How to create a system for water stewardship. If technology and rain charts can help monitor water. southerngardensol.com (3/20/24 - 89) IoT, Internet of Things, Peggy Smedley, artificial intelligence, machine learning, big data, digital transformation, cybersecurity, blockchain, sustainability, future of work, podcast, Stephanie Szkolnicki, Southern Garden Solutions

March 12, 2024Episode 8813 min

All about Pollinator Gardens

Stephanie Szkolnicki, owner, Southern Garden Solutions, and Peggy Smedley talk about building pollinator gardens. She says a pollinator garden is a garden designed with plants that provide food and shelter to our pollinators like bees, wasps, butterflies, moths, and more, which helps our edible gardens as well. They also discuss: Why a pollinator garden matters. How to start a pollinator garden. How can we maintain a pollinator garden—keeping HOAs and neighbors in mind. southerngardensol.com (3/13/24 - 88) IoT, Internet of Things, Peggy Smedley, artificial intelligence, machine learning, big data, digital transformation, cybersecurity, blockchain, sustainability, future of work, podcast, Stephanie Szkolnicki, Southern Garden Solutions

March 5, 2024Episode 8716 min

Grow Your Own Food

Stephanie Szkolnicki, owner, Southern Garden Solutions, and Peggy talk about the power of resilience and growing your own food. She explains the biggest trends surrounding growing fresh vegetables and what is driving these trends. They also discuss: The biggest benefits of having your own garden. The mindset change that comes along with it. How to encourage people who do not have a green thumb. www.southerngardensol.com (3/6/24 - 87) IoT, Internet of Things, Peggy Smedley, artificial intelligence, machine learning, big data, digital transformation, cybersecurity, blockchain, sustainability, future of work, podcast, Stephanie Szkolnicki, Southern Garden Solutions

February 27, 2024Episode 8614 min

Resiliency and Technology

Don Bent, chief operating officer, Oshkosh Defense, and Peggy Smedley talk about resiliency and technology in manufacturing. He explains how Oshkosh Defense uses technology on the assembly line and in the facility. They also discuss: How it uses benchmark data to become more efficient in its layout. How robots can automate the line and work alongside people. The difference between robots and cobots. oshkoshdefense.com (2/28/24 - 86) IoT, Internet of Things, Peggy Smedley, artificial intelligence, machine learning, big data, digital transformation, cybersecurity, sustainability, future of work, podcast, Don Bent, Oshkosh Defense