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Beyond Clean PodcastBeyond Clean Canada: Reduce, Reuse, & ReprocessSterile wrap is designed for one-time use—but what happens after it leaves the OR? In this episode of Beyond Clean Canada, we're joined by Andy Straisfeld, sustainability advocate and President and CEO of MEA Health, to talk about the future of recycling in healthcare. From turning MDR and OR waste into park benches, plastic lumber, and even tiny homes, Andy shares how a single idea turned into a coast-to-coast initiative changing how we think about hospital waste. He also breaks down how MEA is protecting healthcare workers, building partnerships across Canada, and pushing for greener, smarter alternatives to la...
2025-03-2627 min
Sustainably CircularRay Petro | The Politician Who Doesn't Think of Himself as a PoliticianOur four-part series featuring politicians from the municipal, provincial and federal levels proved to be quite popular. Gaining their insights into environmental and sustainability issues was quite valuable and for that reason, today's guest is especially welcome.In today's episode, Andy chats with Ray Petro, candidate for Brantford city council in Ward 4. Ray is a long time resident of Brantford. Together with his wife Karen they are raising four children and three family dogs. He also lives with his mother Gigi. His parents immigrated to Canada in 1970 for a better life for their family. Ray eventually moved...
2022-10-2521 minSustainably CircularMike Schreiner | Addressing the Urgency of the Climate CrisisThe countdown is on to the municipal elections in October here in Ontario. Politics and policy remains an important part of creating a sustainably circular economy. That's why we've dedicated four episodes to featuring local municipal politicians, provincial candidates, leaders of political parties, and non-governmental organizations - people who are in the know and who influence policy and politics.In today's episode, Andy chats with Mike Schreiner, leader of the Green Party of Ontario. Mike is an outspoken advocate for climate action, as well as affordable housing and mental health. He also believes in putting people before...
2022-10-1931 minSustainably CircularMike Schreiner | Addressing the Urgency of the Climate CrisisThe countdown is on to the municipal elections in October here in Ontario. Politics and policy remains an important part of creating a sustainably circular economy. That's why we've dedicated four episodes to featuring local municipal politicians, provincial candidates, leaders of political parties, and non-governmental organizations - people who are in the know and who influence policy and politics.In today's episode, Andy chats with Mike Schreiner, leader of the Green Party of Ontario. Mike is an outspoken advocate for climate action, as well as affordable housing and mental health. He also believes in putting people before...
2022-10-1231 minSustainably CircularKevin Davis | Finding the Courage to Embrace ChangeThe countdown is on to the municipal elections in October here in Ontario. Politics and policy remains an important part of creating a sustainably circular economy. That's why we've dedicated four episodes to featuring local municipal politicians, provincial candidates, leaders of political parties, and non-governmental organizations - people who are in the know and who influence policy and politics.In today's episode, Andy is honoured to be joined by the Mayor of the city of Brantford, Ontario, Kevin Davis. A successful lawyer by trade for more than 35 years, Mayor Davis was elected the 50th Mayor of the...
2022-10-0531 minSustainably CircularKarleigh Csordas | Sustainability - Healing the DisconnectIt's currently election season. Ontario provincial elections happened in June, and we're heading into municipal elections in October. While this is in no way a political show, politics and policy is an important part of creating a sustainably circular economy. As a result, the next four episodes will feature local municipal politicians, provincial candidates, leaders of political parties, and then non-governmental organizations - people who are in the know and who influence policy and politics. In today's episode, Andy chats with Karleigh Csordas, the Green Party candidate for the Brantford-Brant riding of Ontario. She is a member o...
2022-08-0231 minSustainably CircularShahid Sayeed | BIG-nano Corporation and the Sustainably Circular EconomyThe Sustainably Circular podcast was originally created to dive into the key issues around sustainability and the circular economy so that you can lead others and make small but significant changes to help create a more sustainable world.In today's episode, Andy chats with Shahid Sayeed, COO of The BIG-nano Corporation, a Canadian manufacturer marrying propulsion engineering and material science based in Waterloo, Ontario.In this episode you'll discover:- The philosophy that was passed down to Shahid by his father and informed his college and early...
2022-07-2021 minSustainably CircularBarry Hunt | Making Canada Sustainably CircularThe Sustainably Circular podcast was originally created to dive into the key issues around sustainability and the circular economy so that you can lead others and make small but significant changes to help create a more sustainable world.In today's episode of The Sustainably Circular podcast, Andy chats with Barry Hunt, President of the Canadian Association of PPE Manufacturers (CAPPEM), President and CEO of Prescientx, and the Vice Chair of the Coalition for Healthcare Acquired Infection Reduction (CHAIR)In this episode you'll discover:- Details on the two pillars of...
2022-07-1327 minSustainably CircularJune Update | Introduction to Episode SeriesIn this episode of the Sustainably Circular podcast, Andy offers up a small preview of upcoming episodes and discussions around the circular economy.As you know, the podcast was originally created to dive into the key issues around sustainability and the circular economy so that you can lead others and make small but significant changes to help create a more sustainable world.In this episode you'll discover:- The overall concept of the 'circular economy.'- Some of the guests Andy hopes to present...
2022-07-0610 minSustainably CircularQ&A with Andy StraisfeldThe Sustainably Circular podcast was originally created to dive into the key issues around sustainability and the circular economy so that you can lead others and make small but significant changes to help create a more sustainable world.One of the best ways of doing that is by providing a platform where questions submitted by curious listeners like yourselves can be answered, and that is the subject of today's episode.Remember, you can always submit your own questions to Andy by emailing your queries to questions@sustainablycircular.ca. (mailto:questions@sustainablycircular.ca)
2022-06-2917 minSustainably CircularGeoffrey D. Calhoun | Authenticity in ScreenwritingIn this episode of the Sustainably Circular podcast, Andy Straisfeld talks to Geoffrey D. Calhoun, host of The Successful Screenwriter Podcast, best-selling author of The Guide for Every Screenwriter and founder of WeFixYourScript. You'll discover why Geoffrey started WeFixYourScript.You'll discover why Geoffrey believes governments are reactive rather than proactive.You'll learn how climate change has been set aside for profit and industrialization. You'll discover the intricacies of writing a film, particularly one addressing climate change.You'll discover why indie filmmaking has recently ex...
2022-06-2230 minSustainably CircularEthan Brown | How to Adapt to Climate ChangeIn this episode of the Sustainably Circular podcast, Andy Straisfeld talks to Ethan Brown, host of the Sweaty Penguin Podcast.You'll learn about the origin of the Sweaty Penguin podcast and Ethan's plan for the podcast going into the future.You'll discover Ethan's inspiration for combining comedy with today's challenges.You'll discover why mosquitoes are the deadliest animal on the planet.You'll learn about the most recent and alarming climate change news.You'll discover You d...
2022-06-1525 minSustainably CircularAngie Ringler | Going Plastic FreeIn this episode of the Sustainably Circular podcast, Andy Straisfeld talks to Angie Ringler, host of the Grateful Redhead Podcast and owner and founder of Tangie LLC. Angie is a successful entrepreneur whose main focus is on making natural, plastic-free household cleaning and personal care products.You'll learn about Angie's entrepreneurial journey and the businesses she founded along the way.You'll discover the free organizations Angie reached out to find solutions in cleaning products.You'll discover how Angie reformulated her packaging of cleaning products to eliminate plastic...
2022-06-1033 minSustainably CircularMaking Strides Towards A Green EconomyIn today's episode of the Sustainably Circular podcast, Andy recaps previous episodes while responding to comments and emails from listeners.Andy mentions Bea Johnson's book "Zero Waste Home" and how zero waste does not always mean recycling.You will discover why recycling has a bad reputation.You will learn how oil prices affect recycling. Andy will reveal the types of guests to expect in future episodes. Join Andy as he dives into a fascinating discussion about how the circular economy creates sustainability. W...
2022-06-0717 minSustainably CircularSydney Vernier and David Lee | How Young People Can Play a Bigger Role in RecyclingIn this episode of the Sustainably Circular podcast, Andy Straisfeld talks to Sydney Vernier and David Lee. Both are high school students as well as enthusiastic environmentalists who are on the front line of reducing the impact PPEs and facemasks are having on the environment. Andy also makes mentions the CBC News Radio national segment on box recycling and how you can take part in our survey about 'paying for recycling.'You'll learn about Sydney and David's progress in promoting their mask recycling program in their local communities and across schools in the USA.
2022-06-0728 minSustainably CircularWelcome To The Sustainably Circular PodcastWelcome to the first-ever episode of the Sustainably Circular podcast.In this episode, the host, Andy Straisfeld, discusses his passion for sustainability and the circular economy and why he decided to start this show. Andy is a Strategist and Partner at Lifecycle Revive. As he shares his story, Andy will talk about his career path and how it's put him in the unique position to offer great value through this podcast.He will also discuss the Sustainably Circular podcast and how a circular economy can make a huge difference.You will d...
2022-06-0413 min
The Conscious VibeChanging a Lifecycle with Andy Straisfeld | The Conscious Vibe | Season Two, Episode TenAndy Straisfeld is the Co-Founder and VP of Business Development for Lifecycle Revive, a sustainable PPE supply chain and Canada’s first circular economy-based industry on used medical textiles. Lifecycle takes medical waste, reduces it to plastic pellets, and transforms it into new PPE products. They are starting to go global.
2021-11-0340 min
Get Better At GarbageEpisode 36: How LifeCycle Revive is solving the PPE and hospital waste problem with a full circle sustainable solution!Healthcare in Canada just got much more sustainable, introducing Andy Straisfeld Co-Founder & VP of Business Development at LifeCycle Revive He joins this episode to introduce Canada's first circular economy-based recycling solution for PPE and used medical textiles. Listen to this episode to learn how Andy and his team can take mountains of PPE and turn it into a valuable product!
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2021-08-1524 min
Age of PlasticTurning Old PPE into New PPEWe went #3 in the US in the Earth Science category! Thanks so much for listening! For the start of this new series, find out about the innovation creating new PPE from old PPEAndy Straisfeld is the VP of Business Development of Lifecycle Revive in Canada. lifecyclerevive.cainfo@lifecyclerevive.ca End Plastics Now Founder;https://twitter.com/SadrachNirere Article on Black female travel writer Jessica Nabongo https://www.nationalgeographic.com/travel/article/she-visited-every-country-on-earth-heres-what-she-learned
2021-06-1841 minAge of PlasticTurning Old PPE into New PPEWe went #3 in the US in the Earth Science category! Thanks so much for listening! For the start of this new series, find out about the innovation creating new PPE from old PPEAndy Straisfeld is the VP of Business Development of Lifecycle Revive in Canada. lifecyclerevive.cainfo@lifecyclerevive.ca End Plastics Now Founder;https://twitter.com/SadrachNirere Article on Black female travel writer Jessica Nabongo https://www.nationalgeographic.com/travel/article/she-visited-every-country-on-earth-heres-what-she-learned
2021-06-1842 min
Through the NoiseRecycling Medical PPE through a Local Circular Economy - With Lifecycle ReviveAndy Straisfeld is the Co-Founder and VP of Business Development for Lifecycle Revive and has devoted himself full-time to reducing and recycling post-Covid waste, since 2020. Lina Bowden is a Partner with Carmina de Young and part of the team bringing the Lifecycle PPE initiative to life. For the past 10 years Lina has devoted her energy to a number of social enterprises, helping them create community and environmental impacts. She also is the catalyst behind VERGE Capital, an impact-focused loan fund. Lifecycle Revive is a sustainable PPE supply chain and Canada's first circular economy-based industry on...
2021-06-1659 min
Let's Talk Supply ChainTransform PPE into positive change, with LifeCycle ReviveToday I'm really excited to be joined by LifeCycle Revive, Canada's first polypropylene PPE waste recycler, diverting from landfill by reclaiming non-contaminated medical waste from Ontario's hospitals and reprocessing it into raw materials to create all kinds of new products. With a focus on healthcare, manufacturing and retail, LifeCycle Revive is dedicated to creating real environmental and economic change and transforming Canada's sustainability programs. Today Andy Straisfeld, VP of Business Development at Lifecycle Revive, joins me to chat all about Lifecycle Revive, what they do, the importance of a circular economy, and the impact of...
2021-05-3143 min
Mama Earth Talk134: How a company is reviving PPE during a pandemic with Andy StraisfeldIn this episode, we talk to Andy Straisfeld, He has over 15 years of experience in medical sales and us currently the VP of Business Development for Lifecycle Revive, a sustainable PPE supply chain and Canada’s first circular economy-based industry on used medical textiles. Lifecycle takes medical waste, reduces it to plastic pellets, and transforms it into new PPE products. They are currently working with 12 others worldwide to recycle PPE worldwide. During this episode we look at what is currently happening with our PPE and how Lifecycle Revive created a circular economy for PPE.Where can peo...
2021-05-2435 min
Impact Everywhere | Positive Impact in Unexpected PlacesThe Hidden Value of Discarded PPE ft. Andy Straisfeld, Strategist and Partner at Lifecycle ReviveThe COVID-19 pandemic has created a massive global shortage of PPE. Similarly, the increased usage of PPE has led to an unprecedented rise in single-use plastic pollution from the medical sector. Lifecycle Revive is an Ontario-based company that specializes in recycling PPE waste. Joining us today is the company’s VP of Business Development, Andy Straisfeld. Andy has over a decade of experience in the medical supply sales space, and he is now using his knowledge in alignment with a cause he believes in. In today’s episode, Andy talks about apathy when it comes to recycling medic...
2021-05-2345 min
Sustainability ExploredLifecycle Revive: Medical Textile Recycling, with Andy StraisfeldMasks, gloves, and other sorts of medical waste created in unprecedented amounts since early 2020 and throughout the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic create a massive environmental and social burden globally. What's the solution? Andy Straisfeld from Lifecycle Revive has an answer and a perfectly working business model. Located in Brantford, Ontario, Lifecycle Revive will be Canada’s first polypropylene waste recycler, diverting tons of medical waste from landfills. Tune in to learn more and see what you can do in your country. Enjoy the episode!
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2021-05-1928 min
The Supply Chain AmbassadorEpisode 2: Recycling PPE with Andy Straisfeld, of Lifecycle Revive.I have a very exciting guest on today’s episode where we are going to talk about recycling personal protective equipment (PPE).
2021-03-0519 min