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S2: Sustainably Speaking Beyond the AulaE5 - EMP & MESPOM Roundtable: The Miniseries FinaleFor the last episode of the first miniseries of Sustainably Speaking: Beyond the Aula, we are joined by current students of the EMP masters the IIIEE, who also happen to be two of the hosts for the upcoming series of the podcasts.As we hand over the torch of the first sustainability student-led podcast of Lund University, we discuss life in Lund, what made us interested in sustainability in the first place and the key characteristics and differences between the two programs hosted by the insti: EMP and MESPOM. W...
2023-08-2130 min
FoodUnfolded PodcastFood Forests: Sustainable Agriculture, Nature’s Way | FoodUnfolded AudioArticleIndustrial agriculture often neglects biodiversity and sustainable ecosystems. Food forests, on the other hand, are species-rich and full of life. Unlike natural forests, food forests are mainly composed of perennial edible plants, including trees and shrubs with edible fruits. They are self-sustaining, productive, and relatively inexpensive to manage.Could food forests be replacing part of our conventional agriculture?Tune in to find out what food forests are, how they are designed, and whether they present a scalable solution.Article by Lina DillyRead by Inés Oort AlonsoGraphics by Eloise Adler
2023-08-0409 minS2: Sustainably Speaking Beyond the AulaE4 - Matthias Lehner: Uniting Academia and Business Pioneership for Sustainable ConsumptionJoin us in this rich conversation with Matthias Lehner, a distinguished researcher at the International Institute for Industrial Environmental Economics (IIIEE), where he focuses on the intricate interplay of sustainable consumption and business models, rebound effects from sustainable consumption and most recently digitalization of consumption and sustainability. Beyond academia, Matthias is the founder of Roots of Malmo, a unique venture that bridges theory and practice, promoting sustainability through the lens of entrepreneurship. In this episode, Matthias shares his invaluable lessons from researching sustainability and establishing a successful company that initially started as a hobby. Explore crucial topics, including the...
2023-08-0137 min
FoodUnfolded PodcastFigs & Wasps | How are figs pollinated?We love figs for their sweet flavour that pairs well with both sweet and savoury dishes. You probably never given them much thought - but, oh boy, do figs hold a few mysteries.So what exactly are figs, how are figs pollinated, what is a fig wasp, and why are they so special? Find these answers in our AudioArticle.#ChallengesWithFarmingArticle by Molly MelvinRead by Inés Oort AlonsoGraphics by Eloise AdlerSound Design by Jane Alice LiuRead the full article 'Figs & Wasps | How are Figs P...
2023-07-2109 min
FoodUnfolded PodcastWhy Soil Matters | FoodUnfolded AudioArticleSoil is a precious mixture of the living, the never-living, and the dead. It’s a vital resource for 98.8% of our food - and it’s not renewable. Healthy soil is critical not only for farmers, but for whole ecosystems. Find out what makes up soil and what causes its damage in our 7 minute AudioArticle.#ChallengesWithFarmingArticle by Annabel SlaterRead by Inés Oort AlonsoGraphics by Eloise AdlerSound Design by Jane Alice LiuRead the full article 'Why Soil Matters' Listen to FoodUnfolded AudioArticles on Spotify, Apple...
2023-07-1107 min
FoodUnfolded PodcastThe Price of Saffron | FoodUnfolded AudioArticleAs the most expensive spice in the world, saffron is an extremely lucrative product. With limited production and growing demand, the spice has become increasingly vulnerable to adulteration and counterfeits. A look into the darker side of the prized spice reveals systemic problems in the spice supply chain.#ChallengesWithFarmingArticle by Claudia LeeRead by Inés Oort AlonsoGraphics by Eloise AdlerSound Design by Jane Alice LiuRead the full article "The Price of Safron"Listen to FoodUnfolded AudioArticles on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or wherever you download y...
2023-07-0710 min
FoodUnfolded PodcastHow Does Lobbying Impact Our Food and Agricultural Policies? | FoodUnfolded AudioArticleLobbying is often considered the sole remit of large companies and firms, but it also has the potential to directly influence our health, what is on our plates, and what we see in our supermarket aisles. Here’s how lobbying works to shape agricultural policy and influence both regional and national food environments - for better or worse.#ChallengesWithFarmingRead the original article: How Does Lobbying Impact Our Food and Agricultural Policies?Article by Claudia LeeRead by Inés Oort AlonsoGraphics by Eloise AdlerSound Design by Jane Alice Liu
2023-06-3011 minS2: Sustainably Speaking Beyond the AulaE3 - Sofia Cavalleri: Researching Tradition and Innovation in Food SystemsIn this episode, we were joined by Dr. Sofia Cavalleri (MESPOM batch 13), an ethnobotanist researcher passionate about Traditional Medicine & Diet.Currently Sofia is Researcher Coordinator at the Future Food Institute, where she leads publications on sustainable food systems and works on a million other exciting projects promoting healthy diets and food environments among other topics. Tune in to hear her insightful thoughts on traditional food systems, innovation, urban rural nexus and much much more!About Sustainably Speaking's hosts:Meet the hosts of Sustainably Speaking, Malek Al Jebaie and Inés Oort Al...
2023-06-1923 min
FoodUnfolded PodcastAvocado: The Cost of Production | FoodUnfolded AudioArticle"During my first year of university, I went to the supermarket to buy an avocado and (it’s with great shame that I confess this) I came back home with a mango. Considering the sheer number of avocados that I eat today - in salads, on toast, as guacamole, you name it - it bewilders me that just a few years ago I did not know what an avocado looked like from the outside. Realising that my friends and family have also gone from ignoring them to loving them in just a few years, I decided to embark on a mi...
2023-06-1607 minS2: Sustainably Speaking Beyond the AulaE2 – Paulina Lis: The Fascinating Journey of an Urban Sustainability AmbassadorIn this episode of "Sustainably Speaking Beyond the Aula," we are honored to have Paulina Lis (From Batch 24) as our esteemed guest. With over a decade of experience in sustainable transitions within the urban buildings and energy sector, Paulina is a leading expert in promoting sustainability in cities. Her expertise lies in enhancing liveability, driving innovation, and reducing environmental impacts. Currently serving as a Strategic Sustainability Consultant at Rambol (Copenhagen - Denmark), she brings a wealth of knowledge from her previous roles with the San Diego Green Building Council (USA - California) and C40.
2023-05-2632 min
FoodUnfolded PodcastThe Environmental Impacts of Greenhouse Agriculture in Almería, Spain | FoodUnfolded AudioArticleIf you look at a satellite image of Spain, you will observe a white dot in the South East of the peninsula often referred to as the ‘Orchard of Europe’. The plastic greenhouses making up that white dot supply many European supermarkets with their affordable produce. But how sustainable is this high-yield agricultural system?Article by Inés Oort AlonsoRead by Inés Oort AlonsoGraphics by Eloise AdlerSound Design by Jane Alice LiuRead the full article "The Environmental Impacts of Greenhouse Agriculture in Almería, Spain"Listen to Food...
2023-05-2609 min
FoodUnfolded PodcastHand Pollination: Lessons From Sichuan | FoodUnfolded AudioArticleBees and other pollinators play an invaluable role on our planet – from being an integral part of land-based ecosystems to sustaining human agricultural systems through pollination. But how does agriculture fare when these little miracle workers disappear from a landscape? Read on to learn why farmers in China’s Sichuan Province have resorted to pollinating their orchards by hand, why can't plants pollinate themselves and what drove this unusual practice.Article by Molly MelvinRead by Inés Oort AlonsoGraphics by Eloise AdlerSound Design by Jane Alice LiuRead the full artic...
2023-05-1909 minS2: Sustainably Speaking Beyond the AulaE1 – Rheanna Johnston: Thoughts on Clean Energy FutureWelcome to the first official episode of Sustainably Speaking: Beyond the Aula!In this episode, we are honored to have Rheanna Johnston as our very first guest. Rheanna is an expert in EU climate and energy policy and is a very active member of the IIIEE's alumni association, ExComm. Her passion for advocating for a clean energy future and a transition away from fossil gas has led her to work with E3G, a climate and energy think tank.Rheanna's experience in climate advocacy extends beyond her work with E3G. She has worked as...
2023-05-1225 minS2: Sustainably Speaking Beyond the AulaWelcome to this Podcast!About Sustainably Speaking's hostsMeet the hosts of Sustainably Speaking, Malek Al Jebaie and Inés Oort Alonso. Malek is a sustainability and cities professional from Lebanon and a current MESPOM student who is deeply engaged in urban transitions and climate governance. Inés is also a current MESPOM student from Spain and the Netherlands with a passion for multimedia communication, food systems, and promoting the intersection of human and planetary health.
2023-04-2503 min
FoodUnfolded PodcastIs Soy Bad For The Environment? | FoodUnfolded AudioArticleIs soy bad for the environment? Produced on a colossal international scale, soy has a huge environmental impact – but probably not for the reasons you think. Listen to discover the hidden driving force behind soy-related deforestation, and why eating plant-based alternatives like soy is still better for the planet. Stream our AudioArticle: Is Soy Bad for the Environment?Article by Molly MelvinRead by Inés Oort AlonsoGraphics by Eloise AdlerSound Design by Jane Alice LiuRead the full article: Is Soy Bad For The Environment?Listen to FoodUnfolded Aud...
2023-04-2112 min
FoodUnfolded PodcastHow Ethical Is Our European Grown Produce? | FoodUnfolded AudioArticleOur supermarkets are brimming with Spanish produce: green beans, strawberries, aubergines, watermelons... If you live in a European country, chances are that you enjoy produce grown in the greenhouses of Almería, a region in the South-East of Spain. Here’s the side of Almerían greenhouse farming you don’t see.Article by Inés Oort AlonsoRead by Inés Oort AlonsoSound Design by Jane Alice LiuRead the full article at https://www.foodunfolded.com/article/how-ethical-is-our-european-grown-produceListen to FoodUnfolded AudioArticles on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or wherever you download...
2023-03-2408 min