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The Wellness League PodS2 Ep 19 - Laura Newton - Unleashing the Warrior, Conquering Challenges from Ninja to Adventure RacingS2 Ep 19 - Laura Newton - Unleashing the Warrior, Conquering Challenges from Ninja to Adventure Racing
Starting out as a Nipper, on the beaches of Queensland, Laura found the joy for competition, from surf comps, team events and even First Aid comps. The thrill of the adrenaline rush was found.
Finding Obstacle Course Racing, Laura found the adventure sport that would be testing, with a wide range of skills, starting out fit but learning the wide range of skill and strength required pulled Laura in. Flying through the sky on ropes, swimming through mud, you name it...2024-05-1442 min
Natural Super Kids PodcastEpisode 97: Working Toward a Zero Waste Home with Laura TrottaLaura Trotta is an experienced environmental engineer and award-winning sustainability educator. Laura is a passionate believer in addressing the small things to achieve big change and protecting the planet in practical ways. She has inspired and educated tens of thousands of people globally to adopt a greener lifestyle through her popular ‘Eco Chat’ podcast and award-winning sustainable living programs Home Detox Boot Camp and Sustainability in the Suburbs.In this podcast episode Laura and I chat about:What started Laura on the zero-waste journey;What does a "zero-waste home" actually mean and what does it l...2022-11-2637 min
Eco Chat with Laura Trotta Podcast[178] Sustainable Home Design with Janine StrachanFor most of us, our homes are the biggest investment we’ll make in our lifetime. Decisions we make in the home design process impact not only the durability and longevity of our home but also our home’s sustainability and cost to run. In this Eco Chat episode I’m joined again by Janine Strachan. Janine explains what sustainable home design is and why it’s important. She also describes the main elements of sustainable home design and how they impact the sustainability of a home. If you’re in the process of designing or buildin...2022-07-2849 min
Eco Chat with Laura Trotta PodcastSchool Strike 4 Climate with Lola Stravoskoufis – Eco Chat with Laura TrottaLola is a Year 9 student from Exeter in the Southern Highlands region of NSW. She marched as a Year 6 student in the large student climate strikes in 2019 and subsequently joined the School Strike 4 Climate movement. She now leads the School Strike 4 Climate group in her regional town and is actively meeting with her local candidates for the upcoming Federal election to ensure the voice of youth is heard loud and clear. In this episode my son Matthew will interview Lola, uncovering the information he needs to include in his school assignment on someone who is using their...2022-04-3022 minEco Chat with Laura Trotta Podcast[175] Ethical Everyday Banking with Beyond Bank Sustainability Manager Kate CarrolWe all need a bank to help us manage our money. But what if “who” we banked with made a difference? What if your everyday banking was yet another avenue to create a better future for humanity? What if your everyday banking could create a better global environment in the future? What if your bank poured its profits into social and environmental initiatives in the community it operated, rather than paying returns to shareholders? WHO you bank with CAN make a difference. A big one! In this Eco Chat epis...2022-04-1331 minEco Chat with Laura Trotta Podcast[174] Discover Ethical Superannuation with Verve Super Co-founder Christina HobbsSuperannuation is incredibly important to ensure you’re comfortable financially in retirement. But what if superannuation had another purpose? What if superannuation was an avenue for you to create a better future for humanity? What if superannuation was an avenue for you to create a better global environment in the future? What if could easily divest your superannuation investments away from fossil fuels, guns or gambling and instead invest in renewables, micro-finance for women-run businesses and social housing? Well you can! In this Eco Chat episode I’m joined by co-founder and...2022-03-1538 minEco Chat with Laura Trotta Podcast[173] Discover Ethical Investing with Life Sherpa’s Christopher Zinn – Eco Chat with Laura TrottaWhether it’s eating organically grown food, avoiding fast fashion or divesting your financial investments from fossil fuels, tobacco or companies with a track record of modern slavery, conscious consumers and investors have long voted with their money and changed the world in the process. Investing your money can be complex at the best of times. Investing your money ethically can be even more complicated, with social washing* and greenwashing* rife. In this Eco Chat episode I’m joined by Christopher Zinn. Christopher is a personal finance expert and consumer campaigner at Life Sherpa. He is passionate abou...2022-02-1534 minEco Chat with Laura Trotta PodcastHow Corporates Can Become More SustainableMoney does indeed make the world go round and the type of businesses that we invest in today creates the world of tomorrow. Notwithstanding, the corporate world has a huge role to play in shaping the kind of world we live in. The traditional mindset of corporates to maximise returns for shareholders is redundant and these days, only companies that are sustainable in the true sense of the word will survive. Think sound environmental practices, a strong human rights record and an inclusive and diverse workforce where every employee can bring their best selves to work. 2021-07-0937 minEco Chat with Laura Trotta PodcastClean Your Home Plastic and Toxin Free with ResparkleIf you’re looking for commercial cleaning products that are toxin free, plastic free and are made in Australia by a social enterprise, look no further than Resparkle. Pearl Chan is on a mission to create a plastic free future for our families and she’s helping people get started in their homes. In this episode Pearl will share her journey from being a corporate banker to founding and growing an eco business that’s become a leader in toxin and plastic free home cleaning products. Resources: Resparkle Website Resparkle Instagram Respar...2021-02-0427 min
Conscious Business BuildersHow to Package Your Knowledge OnlineIf you’re looking to move away from 1:1 services but aren’t sure how to get leverage and scale in your business, this episode is for you. I’m going to chat about the power of packaging and where to find the opportunity to package your knowledge and expertise so you and your business won’t just survive, but thrive through these uncertain times. Click HERE to enrol for my FREE Packaging Masterclass Click HERE to Join my Package Your Knowledge Bootcamp2020-08-1800 min
Eco Chat with Laura Trotta PodcastHow to Choose a Reef Safe SunscreenDid you know that one of the growing threats to our coral reefs lives in your beach bag? Sunscreen, or more specifically the chemicals found in many sunscreens, are contributing to coral bleaching and the subsequent death of our beautiful reefs. In this episode I share what to look for in an eco-friendly sunscreen, and in particular how to ensure your sunscreen is reef safe. Always look at ingredient lists to make sure reef-damaging substances (such as oxybenzone, butylparaben, octinoxate and 4-methylbenzylidine camphor, all of which have been shown to cause coral bleaching...2020-08-1808 minConscious Business BuildersPandemic Packaging and Pricing StrategiesIf there’s ever been a time for your business to innovate to survive it’s now. The Covid-19 pandemic has changed the business landscape overnight and what worked just six months ago isn’t necessarily working right now. In this episode I’m joined by Linda Garnett, co-founder and director of Stellar Partnerships to discuss how she’s changed up packaging and pricing options for her services during the pandemic and how her new packages have been received. Click HERE to be notified when Package Your Knowledge Bootcamp is next open for enrolments Click HER...2020-07-2900 min
Eco Chat with Laura Trotta PodcastCelebrating 150 episodes of Eco ChatIn reaching the milestone of 150 episodes of Eco Chat I thought it was timely to take a look back on the past (almost) five years of podcasting and share the top ten episodes, as downloaded by you! Did your favorite make the list!?! Be sure to leave a review for Eco Chat in Apple Podcasts to show your love and help other Eco Heros get the tips and info they need to create a healthier and more sustainable home and lifestyle. 2020-07-2720 minEco Chat with Laura Trotta Podcast4 Alternatives to Single Use Plastic Bin LinersMany households who are making an effort to reduce the volume of single-use plastics they consume have trouble replacing one item…..the humble rubbish bin liner. In this episode I’m sharing four alternatives to single use plastic bin liners. For strategies and support to ditch single-use plastics, join my FREE 5-day Plastic Free Challenge.2020-07-0910 minConscious Business Builders3 Pandemic Money Blocks that Are Costing Your BusinessWhat many of us may find holds us and our impact-driven businesses back during this time of Covid-19 uncertainty is not the lack of opportunities and paying clients, but our belief that they’re in short supply. In this episode I’ll share three particular pandemic money blocks that are costing your business and how to overcome them. For coaching to help your business make a bigger impact and thrive, visit https://lauratrotta.com/business-coaching/2020-07-0500 minEco Chat with Laura Trotta PodcastHow Farmers Are Uniting for Climate ActionFarmers and primary producers are experts in land management and meteorology. They need to be in order to survive. Anika Molesworth is a recognised thought-leader of agro-ecological systems resilience. She is an agricultural science researcher, communicator and works in international agricultural development. Anika is also a passionate advocate for sustainable farming, environmental conservation and climate change action. She is a director of Farmers for Climate Action, a movement that puts farmers on the front lines of climate change and at the front and centre of the solutions. In this episode Anika and I discuss how climate change is...2020-06-0427 min
Eco Chat with Laura Trotta PodcastHow Climate Change Is Fuelling BushfiresThe catastrophic and unprecedented 2019-2020 Australian bushfire season, colloquially referred to as the Black Summer, burnt an estimated 18.6 million hectares (46 million acres; 186,000 square kilometres, 72,000 square miles), destroyed over 5,900 buildings (including 2,779 homes) and killed at least 34 people (including a number of firefighters). An estimated one billion animals were killed and some endangered species may have been pushed to extinction. At its peaks, air quality dropped to hazardous levels. Smoke from the Australian fires was detected some 11,000 kilometres (6,800 miles) away across the South Pacific Ocean in Chile and Argentina. The cost of the fires is expected to be in...2020-05-0841 minConscious Business BuildersFinding Your Voice with Karly NimmoFinding your voice is essential if you have a big message to share with the world, and podcasting is one of the best mediums to share your message with a global audience. In this episode, voice coach, podcaster and serial entrepreneur Karly Nimmo shares what’s really involved in starting a podcast to share your message with the world. You can learn more and follow Karly at karlynimmo.com or Karlosophies on Instagram. Click HERE to coach with Laura Trotta. 2019-12-0400 min
Eco Chat with Laura Trotta PodcastImproving Kids Gut Health with Jessica DonovanGut health is the foundation of good health and it's no different when it comes to our kids. In this podcast naturopath Jessica Donovan shares how to improve our kids gut health so they can thrive in our modern world. Resources Kids Gut Health eBook Natural Super Kids Video Training Series Natural Super Kids on Facebook2019-10-1626 minConscious Business BuildersThe Value of Space in Business and Life with Fiona LukeisIf you’re running your business with a busy mind, it can seem counter-intuitive to actively do less in order to achieve more. But space is where our best thoughts and ideas come from. Space is where we are able to access our clearest thinking. And space is where magic happens. In this podcast episode I’m joined by Fiona Lukeis to chat about The Three Principles and the value of space in business and life. Click HERE to access Laura’s business coaching services Click HERE to work with Fiona Lukeis and learn...2019-09-2500 minEco Chat with Laura Trotta PodcastHow to Clean with Eucalyptus OilEucalyptus essential oil is a natural, effective and economical way to clean your home. In part three of the Spring Cleaning Series I share many applications for cleaning with essential oil. Resources: Home Detox Cheat Sheet Home Detox Boot Camp2019-09-2315 minConscious Business BuildersThe Value of Space in Business and LifeIf you’re ploughing through a never-ending to-do list, are continually looking to improve yourself but despite this you’re feeling stressed and frustrated that you’re not getting ahead as fast as you’d like, this episode is for you. I share what started my journey to go from being a “human doing” to more of a “human being” and how I’m learning to value space in my business and life. Click HERE to access Laura’s business coaching services Click HERE to work with Fiona Lukeis and learn about The Three Principles2019-09-1900 min
Eco Chat with Laura Trotta PodcastHow to Clean with White VinegarWhite vinegar is a natural, safe and economical way to clean your home. In part two of the Spring Cleaning Series I share many applications for cleaning with white vinegar in your home. Resources: 5-day Green Cleaning Challenge Home Detox Boot Camp2019-09-1219 min
Eco Chat with Laura Trotta PodcastHow To Remove Mould NaturallyIn this first episode of my Spring Cleaning Series I share how to remove mould from your home naturally without using chlorine bleach. Resources Home Detox Cheat Sheet Home Detox Boot Camp 2019-09-0123 min
Eco Chat with Laura Trotta PodcastWhy are Council's Declaring a Climate Emergency?Are you curious about what the Council Climate Emergency Declaration movement entails? Want to understand what difference it actually makes to the climate crisis? Keen to know how you can get your local council to lead in climate action? If that’s you, you’re in the right place! In this episode of Eco Chat I’m joined by Climate Reality Leader and elected member of the Gawler Town Council, Ian Tooley. Ian was instrumental in the process of Gawler Town Council becoming one of the first council’s in Australia to decla...2019-08-2550 minConscious Business BuildersHow to Make Sure You’re Working on the Right Task Part 3 If you struggle with prioritizing tasks in your business, this post is for you. In part three of my “What Task to Work On” series I explain the concept of Effective Hourly Rate. Click HERE to work directly with Laura Resources: Acuity Scheduler software 2019-08-2100 minConscious Business BuildersHow to Make Sure You’re Working on the Right Task Part 2If you’re spinning around in circles unsure of the best task for you to complete first or next, this episode is for you. In part two of my “What Task to Work On” series I share how to use the value-ease matrix, a simple prioritisation method that quickly helps you to see where to prioritise your efforts in order to add the most value to your business. Click HERE to view the Value-Ease Matrix Click HERE to work with Laura2019-08-1200 min
Eco Chat with Laura Trotta PodcastHow to Enjoy a Sustainable Cup of TeaI’m a tea drinker and enjoy a wide variety of herbal teas throughout the day. In fact, I often joke that there’s a tea to match my every mood! If you love tea as much as I do, and want to ensure your tea habit is as green as possible (even when you like a black cuppa), this episode is for you! I’ll share five simple ways to enjoy your cuppa, sustainably. Resources: Reusable Coffee Cups at Sustainahome Bokashi Compost Bins at Sustainahome Use discou...2019-08-0510 minConscious Business Builders5 Ways to Simplify Your Business Right NowIf you’re feeling overwhelmed in business right now, chances are you and your business could benefit from a little simplification. In this episode I share 5 ways to simplify your business right now. Simplicity truly is the soul of efficiency. By actioning one or more of my ideas to de-clutter and simplify your business, you’ll be better placed to work less, yet make a bigger impact. If you're ready to grow your conscious business so you can make a bigger impact, apply to coach with Laura at lauratrotta.com 2019-07-1200 min
The Happy Mama Movement with Amy Taylor-KabbazEp #98 - Softening into the unknown with Laura Trotta -We have been told that strength comes from our willpower, our ability to keep on going, our resilience in the face of fear.And yes, of course, that is true. As women and mamas, we have that innate ability to soldier on, no matter what. Especially when it involves our children.But motherhood requires a softening too. When life throws challenges at us, we must also learn how to surrender and trust, and honour what we are going through.Laura Trotta is a phenomenally successful woman in a very masculine-driven world. She’s succeeded in an industry th...2019-07-0254 minEco Chat with Laura Trotta PodcastHow to Save Water in Your BathroomWith much of Australia in the grip of drought, and rainfall patterns changing worldwide with climate change, water restrictions and increasing water prices are becoming the norm. It makes financial and environmental sense to reduce water consumption at the household level, and it makes even more sense to start in the bathroom where consumption is often the highest. Here’s six ways to save water in your bathroom. Resources Mentioned: FREE Shower Timer FREE Cheat Sheet: 30 Ways to Save Water in and Around Your Home Cullector Water Saving Shower...2019-06-2611 min
Eco Chat with Laura Trotta PodcastHow To Save The Whole Stinkin Planet with Lee ConstableAre you ready to inspire the conscious kids in your life to save the world? If you are it's time you met Captain Garbology, aka Lee Constable. Lee Constable is a presenter, producer and, most recently, children's book author with a focus on science, technology and society. As the host of Australian science TV show, Scope, she researches, writes, presents and produces segments on diverse STEM topics. Put simply, Lee is a scientific artist, or a creative scientist! Lee's book How to Save the Whole Stinkin' Planet is coming out on...2019-06-0334 min
Eco Chat with Laura Trotta PodcastHow I Stay Optimistic when Experiencing Environmental AnxietyLast weekend in Australia we all went to the polls to vote in our national election. It was supposed to be the climate change election. Yet, our conservative, climate-denying government was returned to office. Naturally many eco-minded voters, scientists and environmentalists were devastated and are filled with anxiety about what this means for our country and planet moving forward. In this episode I’m sharing six things I’m doing to keep me optimistic about the state of our environment in an increasingly warming world. Hopefully they inspire you to do the same or at...2019-05-2018 minConscious Business BuildersFive Reasons to BE the ExpertIn a world where anyone can, and indeed does, publish anything online it’s not always easy to find quality information and advice. In fact it’s sometimes damn difficult. Added to the fact that there’s thousands of bloggers with a Google education creating hundreds of posts and information products by the day, it can be difficult searching for the true experts in their fields. In this episode I’ll share five reasons why you should position yourself as the expert so you can grow your conscious business and make a bigger impact. If you're r...2019-05-1100 minConscious Business BuildersWhere Perfectionism is Impacting Your BusinessPerfectionism can cost your business in more ways than one. In this episode I’ll share three areas where perfectionism may be impacting your business, and my best tips for how to overcome perfectionism so you can grow your conscious business and make a bigger impact. If you're ready to grow your conscious business so you can make a bigger impact, apply to coach with Laura at consciousbusinessbuilders.com2019-05-0400 min
Eco Chat with Laura Trotta PodcastPlastic Free Shampoo OptionsIf you're keen to reduce your plastic consumption and aren't sure what alternatives are out there for shampoo, this episode is for you. I'm sharing two of my favourite plastic-free shampoo options. One is a DIY recipe I've been using with much success for years and the other is my new favourite natural solid soap shampoo bar. Both options are gentle, natural alternatives to conventional shampoos (which dry out your hair) and both are gentle on our environment. Resources: Purchase Natural solid Shampoo bars at Sustainahome.com Use code E...2019-05-0109 min
Eco Chat with Laura Trotta PodcastHow To Raise Kids In a Digital World Part 2In episode 59 of Eco Chat, Dr Kristy Goodwin shared her best tips for how to raise kids in a digital world. That was 2.5 years ago and as you'd imagine, much has changed in the world of technology since. In this episode Dr Kristy is back to share latest developments in this area, with a particular focus on how to keep our kids safe while gaming and watching YouTube. You can follow Dr Kristy Goodwin at https://drkristygoodwin.com and join her online parents portal at https://drkristygoodwin.com/switched-on-parents-portal/2019-04-1344 min
Eco Chat with Laura Trotta PodcastNEWSFLASH Conscious Business Builders Podcast is HEREIn this NEWSFLASH I share where you can fond my new Podcast and Website for Conscious Business Builders. To learn more listen to the Conscious Business Builders podcast or visit www.consciousbusinessbuilders.com2019-03-3106 min
Eco Chat with Laura Trotta PodcastClimate Change and YOUIf you’re concerned about our changing climate and are wondering what you can do to make a difference, this episode is for you. I’m sharing eight things you can do to help address climate change. Resources: greenHOUSE Home Energy Blitz Self Sufficiency in the Suburbs Bokashi Bins at Sustainahome2019-03-1032 min
Eco Chat with Laura Trotta PodcastConscious Business Builders Do you want to make a BIGGER IMPACT? If you have a product or service the world needs and want to reach more people. Thousands more people. I can help you do that. In this episode I share my latest offering with you. Conscious Business Builders is high performance coaching for established entrepreneurs who are ready to make a bigger impact. Click HERE to Apply. 2019-02-2133 min
Eco Chat with Laura Trotta Podcast4 Alternatives to Single-Use Plastic StrawsDid you know that plastic straws are one of the most common items found on beaches worldwide? According to Clean Up Australia, plastic straws are the 12th most common item reported by Clean Up volunteers. Which is not surprising given that Australians use about 10 million plastic straws every day, or 3.5 billion a year!! Plastic straws are a serious health hazard for marine wildlife. They can easily become lodged in the nostrils and stomachs of marine life including turtles, birds, dolphins, fish and whales, with fatal consequences. If you’re a straw user, be par...2019-02-0911 min
Eco Chat with Laura Trotta Podcast[132] The Benefits of Cycling and Commuting by BikeCycling is a sustainable mode of transport. There’s nothing quite like the feeling of getting from A to B under your own steam, or pedal power in this case. Last year, after I started working in the city three days a week, I soon grew tired of the train commute and looked in to cycle instead. And I’m so glad I did! Since I switched the train for bicycle for my 14km commute I've been getting stronger, faster and happier. Plus I'm saving loads of cash too! If your new years’ resolu...2019-01-2140 min
Eco Chat with Laura Trotta PodcastTales from a Dumpster DiverHave you ever wondered what it would be like to go diving in dumpsters to rescue discarded food, but you haven't been game enough to experience it for yourself? In this episode I'm chatting with my Dumpster Diving friend Dushan Popovic about what it's really like to go diving for food. You'll discover: What kind of foods supermarkets are throwing away Tips for getting started dumpster diving The best times to go dumpster diving Safety concerns of dumpster divers How to come out to your friends as a dumpster diver. I assure you t...2019-01-0320 min
Eco Chat with Laura Trotta PodcastSix Eco Gift Wrap IdeasIf you’re keen to reduce the environmental impact of your gift giving this Christmas, you're in the right place! In this episode I'm sharing six eco gift wrap ideas. It’s possible to wrap your gift sustainably. Whether you use Santa Sacks, fabric, children’s paintings, gift bags or 100% post consumer gift wrap, there’s an eco gift wrapping option to suit everyone!2018-12-2308 min
Eco Chat with Laura Trotta PodcastFighting Food Waste with Ronni Khan from OzharvestRonni Khan is on a mission to nourish our country with rescued food. Her social / environmental enterprise Oz Harvest is on the cusp of delivering it's 100 millionth rescued meal to someone in need this Christmas. Hear how Ronni actually rescues food from institutions and redistributes it to vulnerable people through initiatives like Oz Harvest's FREE supermarket. Learn more about Oz Harvest at www.ozharvest.org You can purchase Lenny and the Ants children's book HERE.2018-12-0527 min
Eco Chat with Laura Trotta PodcastWhat Is The Most Sustainable Christmas Tree?What is the most sustainable Christmas Tree? A real, living Christmas Tree or a reusable plastic Christmas Tree? To help answer this question I’m chatting with Steve Roberts from Adelaide Hills Christmas Trees. In this episode you'll learn: Where a real Christmas Tree is more sustainable than a plastic variety How long it takes a pine tree to grow into a suitably-sized Christmas Tree What happens to all the Christmas Trees after Christmas Best tips for keeping your real Christmas tree looking fresh How to grow your own real Christmas Tree Other options for Christmas Tr...2018-11-2131 min
Eco Chat with Laura Trotta PodcastHow to Throw a Zero Waste PartyWant to throw a zero waste party! Great! You’re in the right place! If you love entertaining but hate waste, this episode is for you! I’m sharing five strategies to help you to easily ecotain (i.e. party sustainably) in a world obsessed with convenience and waste. Resources: How to Make Eco Friendly Christmas Bon Bons The Ecotarian Guide Eco Party Box2018-11-0811 min
Eco Chat with Laura Trotta Podcast3 Ways To Eco-fy Your Coffee HabitIf you’re keen to eco-fy your coffee habit, listen up! In this episode I’ll share three simple ways to enjoy your daily dose of coffee, sustainably. Some links to help: - Click HERE to get your reusable coffee cups from Sustainahome - Click HERE to purchase reusable coffee pods from Sustainahome An ethical and sustainable cup of coffee is possible! By switching to a reusable cup, reusable coffee pods and an organic, Fairtrade brew you’ll save money, waste and contribute to a cleaner, greener and fairer future...2018-10-2910 min
Eco Chat with Laura Trotta PodcastEco-parenting Strategies for the Modern WorldIf you’re a parent or grandparent trying to raise the children in your life in as sustainable a way as possible, this episode is for you! I’m sharing four strategies to help you to eco parent successfully in the modern world. To join a like-minded community of eco-minded parents (and non-parents), check out Self Sufficiency in the Suburbs.2018-10-1623 min
Eco Chat with Laura Trotta PodcastHow To Reduce Paper Use In The HomeWhether it’s the deforestation and loss of habitat caused by logging trees for paper, the water and energy used to transform wood into pulp and paper or the chemicals used to bleach and colour the paper, the production and use of paper products has a significant impact on the environment. Throughout August in my Self Sufficiency in the Suburbs membership we shone the light on paper product usage, and we all made an effort to reduce our consumption of paper products in the home. Since there’s so many opportunities to reduce paper in and a...2018-10-0113 min
Eco Chat with Laura Trotta Podcast7 Signs You're Obsessed with StuffIf you’re finding that stuff is taking over your home or you’re weighed down by the amount of physical clutter in your life, this episode is for you. I’m sharing seven signs you’re obsessed with stuff, and outlining why you need to take control of your stuff before it takes control of you. Like this episode? You may also like: Ep5 – The Environmental Impact of Toys and How To Stop the Toy Invasion Ep76 - Four Questions You Should Ask Yourself Before Buying Something New Ep77 - Tip...2018-09-1116 min
Eco Chat with Laura Trotta PodcastBuilding a Sustainable HomeOver the past two years my husband Paul and I have been building our very own sustainable home in the suburbs of Adelaide Australia. In this episode, Paul joins me on Eco Chat to share our biggest learnings from the process. From polystyrene construction materials to low VOC paints, we have it all covered in this episode. We share: - what is the most sustainable floor covering - how we tested the soil in our yard for metal contamination - what not to do with your rainwater tank (hint...2018-08-3133 min
Eco Chat with Laura Trotta PodcastSustainable Period and Leak Proof Underwear with Modibodi founder Kristy ChongWhen we think of sustainability, underwear isn’t typically the first thing that comes to mind. But Modibodi founder Kristy Chong is certainly changing that! Kristy is on a mission to revolutionized feminine hygiene products and her brand Modibodi and their period and leak-proof underwear is certainly making waves in this area. In this chat Kristy and I talk about sustainable periods and how an embarrassing mishap while running the Seattle marathon led to her creating what will clearly become one of Australia’s iconic brands. Click HERE to visit Modibodi's webs...2018-08-1018 min
Eco Chat with Laura Trotta Podcast3 Reasons To Rethink Supermarket CollectablesKids love collecting things and marketers know it. Supermarkets, in a bid to up their market share, often offer free collectables to “reward” their shoppers. Or more specifically, their “Little Shoppers”, the children of their customers. Coles new Little Shop promotion is one such promotion. From tomorrow, Coles shoppers will be offered a free toy – a miniature version of 30 well-known household products – with every $30 spent. It will no doubt be popular with millions of families, however the health and environmental costs of such a promotion shouldn’t be understated. In this episod...2018-07-2411 min
Eco Chat with Laura Trotta PodcastCompostable Bags Verses Biodegradable Plastic BagsWith the spotlight continually being shone on plastics and the devastating impact they're having on the Environment, and with Australia’s Eastern States finally implementing a Plastic Bag Ban, let’s take a look at one of the alternatives to single-use plastic bags… Compostable plastic bags. Today I’m joined by Darren McAllister, from BioBag Australia to chat about compostable bags, how they differ from biodegradable bags and how Biobag is championing this area. Click HERE to purchase Biobag Compostable Bags from Sustainahome. Want to Learn How To Reduce Plastics In Your Home? Jo...2018-07-0232 min
Eco Chat with Laura Trotta PodcastFive Simple Ways To Reduce Plastic Waste In The Bathroom There’s some sneaky plastics that have made their way into our bathrooms. Whether it’s the innocent plastic wrap around a tampon, the hearty plastic toothbrush or the more concealed microscopic plastic beads in beauty products, our bathrooms punch above their weight in our overall plastic footprint. To help change that in your household, I share five simple ways to reduce plastic waste in your bathroom. Click HERE to Join my FREE 5-day Go Plastic Free Challenge this July Additional Resources Sustainahome.com - online eco stor...2018-06-2215 min
Eco Chat with Laura Trotta PodcastRecycling Soft Plastics with REDcyclePlastics commonly make up the majority of a household's regular waste stream and most of us accept that soft plastic waste is just a part of life. Until now! Thanks to one innovative mum, Australians now have the opportunity to recycle their soft plastics via REDcycle. The REDcycle Program is a recovery initiative for post-consumer soft plastic. RED Group has teamed up with Coles, Woolworths and some of Australia’s most-loved brands to make it easy for you to keep your plastic bags and soft plastic packaging out of landfill. In this episode, Rebecc...2018-06-0624 min
Eco Chat with Laura Trotta PodcastHow I Performed my Full House Exit Clean With All Natural Cleaning ProductsIn this episode I share which of my favourite natural cleaning products I used to complete the exit clean on my house in our recent house move, and how they performed. Earlier this year we made our BIG family move from the small town of Roxby Downs to the city of Adelaide, 600 km away. I contemplated outsourcing the exit clean to save time, but for various reasons, we decided to complete it ourselves. I also secretly wanted to put my favourite natural cleaning products to the test to see if they w...2018-05-2424 min
Eco Chat with Laura Trotta PodcastHow To Reduce Your Household Water Consumption With Peter Cullin From Water Savings ShowersWater is essential to life. It’s quite possibly the most valuable resource on Earth, yet with the way we waste water in the Western world, you wouldn’t believe this to be the case. Following the Millennial Drought, the worst recorded drought in Australia’s history, inventor Peter Cullin set himself a mission to do something about reducing household water consumption. He discovered that the bathroom, and more specifically the shower, was the most wasteful area in a typical dwelling and that every minute of every day, in hundreds of millions of homes...2018-05-0852 min
Eco Chat with Laura Trotta PodcastSilkRoll: Reducing The Environmental Impact Of Your WardrobeWhen did you last purchase a new item of clothing? When did you last move an item on from your wardrobe? And where and how did you move this item on? How much of your wardrobe do you actually wear on a regular basis? I encourage you to take moment to reflect on these three questions, because you may not be aware of it, but your wardrobe may be the source of your greatest impact on the environment. Fashion Revolution Week isn’t just about questioning the social impact of the Fa...2018-04-2349 min
Eco Chat with Laura Trotta PodcastWhale Sharks, Marine Research and Conservation with Samantha Reynolds of ECOCEANToday I’m coming to you with a podcast recorded from Antarctica! And I have one of my new friends joining me on the show. It was recorded on the Ushuaia ship whilst we were slicing through ice sheets just to the east of Adelaide Island. I’m super excited to introduce you to Samantha Reynolds. Sam is a marine biologist and works with ECOCEAN, Australia’s only not-for-profit organisation dedicated to whale shark research and conservation. We are chatting all things whale sharks, science, and following your dreams. You can learn more about ECOCEAN and th...2018-04-1121 min
Eco Chat with Laura Trotta PodcastReflections on Antarctica and the Homeward Bound ProgramIn this podcast I reflect on my recent expedition to Antarctica and my involvement in the Homeward Bound Program to date. My experience on board with the 80-odd other women in STEMM was incredible and as life changing as being in the pristine and rugged environment of Antarctica. In a safe and collaborative space we networked, developed strategies to lead, increase our visibility, and act on issues that align with our individual values and lift women up in the call to create change for the greater good. If you're interested in participating in Ho...2018-04-0656 min
Eco Chat with Laura Trotta Podcast[111] Mother Nature Needs Her DaughtersAs you may be aware, I’ve spent the past 3 weeks on a ship in Antarctica with 77 other female scientists, all participating in the Homeward Bound program. To say the experience has been life changing wouldn’t do it justice. In a safe and collaborative space we networked, developed strategies to lead, increase our visibility, and act on issues that align with our individual values and lift women up in the call to create change for the greater good. All of this in the spectacular setting of Antarctica. In coming podcast episodes I’ll be...2018-03-1542 min
Eco Chat with Laura Trotta PodcastHow To Improve Your Gut HealthGut Health, or more specifically, poor gut health has received much publicity in recent times and for very good reason. Gut bacteria and poor digestion have been linked to many diseases such as irritable bowel syndrome, diabetes, obesity, HIV, auto immune disorders, arthritis, mental illnesses and autism. Why Am I Talking About Gut Health on Eco Chat? Because looking after ourselves and our planet go hand in hand. We can’t perform at our optimum and care for our Earth if we’re sick or low in energy. Which is why I ha...2018-03-0651 min
Eco Chat with Laura Trotta PodcastHow Everyone Can Heal The EarthWhen most people talk about healing the environment, they mention simple acts we can do to minimise out impact. It’s rare to find someone who is prepared to go that extra mile and speak the truth… that minimising our impact isn’t going to cut it. Dr Mahdi Mason is an environmental consultant, author and land healer. She recently released her second book ‘Earth Healing: Healing the Earth to heal ourselves’ to critical acclaim. Her passion is helping people to understand the importance of reversing our environmental impacts, not just reducing them In this chat Mahdi a...2018-02-2049 min
Eco Chat with Laura Trotta PodcastKindle or Books... Which Is The Most Sustainable?If you’re an avid reader and are keen to learn how to indulge your habit in the most sustainable way possible then you’re in for a real treat today! I’m joined by my friend and author Lisa White to chat all about books verses e-books and which is the most sustainable choice. We also cover how Lisa recently made the leap from naturopath (and author of many cookbooks available through her Alternate Chef Kitchen business) to fictional author with her brand Contemporary Fantasy novella “A Touch of Magic” which is available now.2018-02-0151 min
Eco Chat with Laura Trotta Podcast[107] How to Pack a Zero-Waste LunchboxThe nightly ritual of packing school and kindergarten lunches can sometimes seem tedious and unrelenting, but it doesn't have to be hard and it doesn't need to take as long as an episode of The Bachelor. In this post I'll share six tips to help you create a waste-free lunchbox for your school-aged child. Enter code BACKTOSCHOOL before 31 Jan 2018 at Sustainahome to receive FREE Shipping Australia-wide on your order of zero waste lunchbox products.2018-01-1716 min
Eco Chat with Laura Trotta Podcast[106] Where The ‘Reduce, Reuse, Recycle’ Mantra Got It WrongSo many of us grew up with the ‘Reduce, Reuse, Recycle’ mantra that’s as ingrained in our psyche as the ‘Slip Slop Slap’ sun protection slogan. But just as ‘Slip Slop Slap’ has moved with the times and been revised to ‘Slip, Slop, Slap, Seek and Slide’ I thought the start of a new year was the perfect opportunity to cast an eye over ‘Reduce, Reuse, Recycle.’ In particular I’m keen to share my thoughts on where the ‘Reduce, Reuse, Recycle’ mantra needs an upgrade, and why. Browse a range of reusable items in eco-living store Sustaina...2018-01-0417 min
Eco Chat with Laura Trotta Podcast[105] Sustainahome is HERE!A few weeks ago I gave you a heads heads up that something very special was in the pipeline..... Well it's come out the other end I'm I'm so thrilled to share with you that Sustainahome is now open for business! You can check Sustainahome out HERE. Sustainahome is an online eco / toxin-free store where 20% of profits are donated to environmental scientific research and conservation projects. It's the store where your purchases not only help you to create a healthier, more sustainable home, but also help to improve the quality of our e...2017-12-2210 min
Eco Chat with Laura Trotta Podcast[104] 5 Easy Ways To Fill Your Cup This ChristmasIf you’re a bit frazzled leading up to Christmas and think you have no hope getting through your TO DO list, let alone carving out time for YOU, this episode is for you. I’m sharing 5 easy ways you can fill your cup this Christmas... without even leaving the house! If we don’t care for ourselves, and keep our cup full so to speak, we can’t fill others, and we definitely can’t look after the environment. If we’re frazzled, stressed and tired, we’re more likely to make decisions based on convenience...2017-12-1010 min
Eco Chat with Laura Trotta Podcast[103] The Lifecycle of a Fidget SpinnerAs Christmas fast approaches and adults the world over look for cheap stocking fillers to gift to their children and children’s friends, I thought it was a great opportunity to chat about fad toys and the impact they have on the environment. In particular, I wanted to check in on the fad toy of 2017… The Fidget Spinner. In this episode I chat about the Lifecycle of a Fidget Spinner and share Five Alternatives to Gifting Fad Toys. Click HERE to get your FREE Seasons Greenings eGuide. 2017-11-3015 min
Eco Chat with Laura Trotta Podcast[102] 5 Simple Ways To Declutter Your HouseIf you yearn for a simpler, minimalist lifestyle and are yet to declutter your house, this post is for you. I’m sharing the ins and outs of our decluttering attempts for our upcoming house move. Links for Specific Charities Mentioned: Bras…. Uplift Project Drop off locations Glasses – Lions Recycle for Sight Australia Business Clothing – Dress For Success Like This Topic? You May Also Like To Listen To These Previous Eco Chat Episodes: Ep 5 – The Environmental Impact Of Toys and How to Stop The Toy Invasion Ep 62 – 7 Green Gift Ideas for...2017-11-1419 min
Eco Chat with Laura Trotta Podcast[101] What Is The Most Sustainable Meat?If you choose to eat meat, and you care for the environment and care for your own health, I bet you’ve wondered “what is the best meat to eat”? It’s a question I’m asked a lot, particularly by my Self Sufficiency in the Suburbs members, and it’s a question I’ve also contemplated. I mean if you walk into a typical supermarket meat section you’re faced options such as organic, free range, grass fed, grain fed, no added hormones, antibiotic free, pasture raised and more! It can be hard to make an informed...2017-11-0734 min
Eco Chat with Laura Trotta Podcast[100] How Toxic Are Your Personal Care Products?Lotions and potions, deodorant, perfumes, soaps, exfoliants, shower gels and make up: many of us probably use some or most of these personal care products every day and may not give a second thought to the impact they might be having on the health or us or our environment. In this episode I’ll share why you need to be savvy when choosing which personal care products you use and why beauty products may not actually be that great for both you and the environment. To be in the running to WIN a place on my...2017-10-2517 min
Eco Chat with Laura Trotta Podcast[99] What Are Microbeads?It’s been said that they’re more immediately dangerous to the environment than a discarded plastic drink bottle … we're talking about microbeads. What they are, what impact they have on the environment and our health and how you can tell if a product contains them. Beat the Microbead have made an app to help you find out if these tiny pollutants are in your favourite products. You can download the app and scan the product barcode and it will tell you if the product contains microbeads. You may also be interested in Eco Chat Episod...2017-10-1712 min
Eco Chat with Laura Trotta Podcast[98] How To Reduce Food Waste From Your PantryIf you have a pantry that’s brimming with food, much of which that’s been sitting there for a while. Or if you regularly find yourself tossing out stale or soiled food from your pantry, then today’s episode is for you. I’m chatting about simple actions you can take to reduce food waste from your pantry. Click Here To Be Notified When Self Sufficiency In The Suburbs Opens Again For New Members2017-09-2612 min
Eco Chat with Laura Trotta Podcast[97] Can I Ask Your Advice?I've decided to take a couple of weeks off the podcast to do some work behind the scenes and improve the way I do things around here. But before I make any changes, I want to make sure I continue to cover the topics that are going to be the most helpful to YOU... So my question to you is this: When it comes to living sustainably, what's the single biggest challenge you've been struggling with? Would you please CLICK BELOW to tell me so I can be sure to address your...2017-08-1608 min
Eco Chat with Laura Trotta Podcast[96] 3 Plastic Habits To Kick To Improve Your HealthThis episode highlights three simple plastic habits you can kick to improve your health. WANT TO WIN A SET OF HONEYBEE REUSABLE WRAPS? Review the Eco Chat podcast in iTunes before Friday 18th August for your chance to WIN. Not sure how to leave a review? Follow the steps in this 1 minute video. 2017-08-0812 min
Eco Chat with Laura Trotta Podcast[95] 3 Plastic Habits To Kick To Improve The EnvironmentWhen focusing on reducing the environmental impact of plastics, it pays to look at ways that will decrease the amount of plastic you use. Avoiding single-use plastics is the key here. This episode highlights three simple plastic habits you can kick to improve the environment. WANT TO WIN A SET OF HONEYBEE REUSABLE WRAPS? Review the Eco Chat podcast in iTunes before Friday 18th August for your chance to WIN. Not sure how to leave a review? Follow the steps in this 1 minute video. 2017-08-0217 min
Eco Chat with Laura Trotta Podcast[94] How Crowdfunding Has Changed My Biz and LifeWhat is crowdfunding? How does crowdfunding work? What are the benefits of crowdfunding? I’ve been asked these questions and more countless times over the past year, particularly during and after my two successful crowdfunding campaigns where I raised over $37,000 upfront for sustainability projects in my business. There are many benefits of crowdfunding. From securing funding upfront, to catapulting your profile, to testing if a business concept will fly, more and more entrepreneurs and business owners are turning to crowdfunding over traditional forms of finance. In fact, in 2015, an estimated US$34 bill...2017-07-2622 min
Eco Chat with Laura Trotta Podcast[93] Plastic... How Our Plastic Oceans Are Impacting the Health of Our PlanetThe Plastic Free July movement is sweeping Australia and for very good reason. Our obsession with plastics, particularly single-use plastics, is causing devastating impacts to our oceans, our land, our wildlife and us. If you’ve ever wondered just what kind of impact, and the degree of this impact, plastics are having on our environment then today you’re in for a real treat. Actually, today may not be a treat at all, because my guest has some pretty alarming information to share with us all. Craig Leeson is an award-winning journalist, television pres...2017-07-1857 min
Eco Chat with Laura Trotta Podcast[92] Transforming Women's Health Through Grace and GritWhen it come to transforming women's health, look no further than Courtney Townley from Grace and Grit. Courtney Townley is passionate about a multi-dimensional approach to women's health and fitness, and integrates the practices of clean eating, functional movement and stress management. She loves to move and share her love of movement with others while also introducing them to optimal health through healthy living practices. To her, it’s the greatest gig in the world to work so closely with women who want to be happier, healthier and more fit and change their lives for the better....2017-07-1148 min
Eco Chat with Laura Trotta Podcast[91] How To Grow Your Own Food In Small SpacesIf you value eating real foods, fresh seasonal produce and cooking from scratch but you’re yet to start growing your own food, you’re going to love this episode. Today I’m joined by a guy who believes that gardening is for everyone. That’s right! Organic veggie gardening is no longer the domain of those with a migrant background, a large backyard or heaps of time on their hands. The trend to higher density living and dwindling backyard sizes in our cities has given rise to the conventional gardener….. a home gardener wh...2017-07-0438 min
Eco Chat with Laura Trotta Podcast[90] My Journey Towards AntarcticaToday on the podcast, I’m sharing an interview that, retail strategist and host of the Bringing Business to Retail Podcast, Salena Knight did with me last week. She is chatting with me and asking me a heap of questions about my upcoming trip to Antarctica. I thought it would be really cool to share this episode that has been aired on her Bringing Business to Retail Podcast, today with you. You will understand a lot more about me, what’s coming up for me, and why I’m so excited to be chosen in Homewa...2017-06-2742 min
Bringing Business to RetailAll Aboard To Antarctica - Laura TrottaLaura Trotta is one of Australia’s leading home sustainability experts. She has a Bachelor of Environmental Engineering, a Masters of Science (in Environmental Chemistry) and spent 11 years working as an environmental professional before creating her first online eco business, Sustainababy, in 2009. Laura has won numerous regional and national awards for her fresh and inspiring take on living an ‘ecoceptional’ life (including most recently winning the Brand South Australia Flinders University Education Award (2015) for the north-west region in SA and silver in the Eco-friendly category of the 2015 Ausmumpreneur Awards). With a regular segment on ABC Radio...2017-06-2638 min
Eco Chat with Laura Trotta Podcast[89] There Is No Planet BIt’s time we humans took a long hard look at ourselves and how we’re living. In this post I touch why we need to stop acting like we have a Planet B. Plus I share a small action that you can do today to ensure we’ll never need a Planet B. Last week I shared with you my exciting news that I'd been selected as one of 80 female scientists worldwide to join the second-ever Homeward Bound and fly the climate action flag on a global stage. I've just launched a crowdfunding campaign and have just 10 days to...2017-06-2011 min
Eco Chat with Laura Trotta Podcast[88] Reflections On Turning FortyI’m changing things up this week! Rather than showcase an interview or a “how to” episode on how to live more sustainably, I thought I’d share some thoughts and reflections with you on what’s going through my head this week as I turn the big 4-0!! Plus, I wanted to let you know of a few exciting opportunities and projects on the horizon….2017-06-1338 min
Eco Chat with Laura Trotta Podcast[87] What Is The Paris Agreement And Why Did Trump Withdraw?Last week the POTUS, Donald Trump, announced that the United States was withdrawing from the Paris Agreement. It was no big surprise. He’d made it loud and clear during the 2016 Presidential Campaign that he’d withdraw from the Agreement if elected. Media speculation in the days leading up to the announcement hinted that it was just a matter of him saying the words and the U.S. was out. And of course there was the body language and the refusal by Trump to endorse his support of the Paris Agreement at the May 2017 G7 Summ...2017-06-0617 min
Eco Chat with Laura Trotta Podcast[86] What Is Food WasteIn a world where famine and hunger are a daily battle for millions of people, the need to reduce food waste, and indeed the concept of food waste, can be difficult to comprehend. However, the statistics on the volumes of food wasted are alarming. Roughly one third of the food produced in the world for human consumption every year — approximately 1.3 billion tonnes — gets lost or wasted. In this episode, I unpack the issue of food waste and discuss how it’s generated, the impact of food waste on the environment, and simple measures you can...2017-05-3023 min
Eco Chat with Laura Trotta Podcast[85] 6 Strategies To Create A Self-Sufficient Home…All too often I hear of people who are running their dream, self-sufficient home, but it’s become a nightmare. They’re working around the house and garden more than ever, are stressed out, and what was fun and exciting when they started out has become a chore and a big weight on their shoulders. In this episode, I’m sharing my best advice on how to build a self-sufficient home that affords you maximum freedom and flexibility (and don’t worry: this advice can be applied right from the beginning, or be used to tweak th...2017-05-2315 min
Eco Chat with Laura Trotta Podcast[84] How To Break Bad HabitsIf you’re wanting to live a more self-sufficient, sustainable lifestyle, it’s likely you’ll need to break some old, bad habits and replace them with new, sustainable ones. But how do you break a bad habit? In this episode I’ll explain why bad habits are typically hard to break. I’ll also share some tips on how you can replace an old habit with a new one. Get your FREE Think Global Act Local eGuide here! 2017-05-1614 min
Eco Chat with Laura Trotta Podcast[83] Where To Start Your Self-Sufficiency JourneyIf you’re keen to reduce your impact on the planet and improve your family’s health and well being in the process, but you’re just not sure where to start you’re in the right place! In this podcast, I’ve collated my best tips to start (or up level) your eco journey. You’ll also be able to complete a fun quiz that will help you identify how self-sufficient your lifestyle currently is. Click here to discover how self-sufficient your lifestyle is! 2017-05-0914 min
Eco Chat with Laura Trotta Podcast[82] Building A Sustainable Home In The Suburbs Part 1If you’ve ever built a new home, you’ll appreciate just how much time and effort goes into planning, designing and building. But what about it you want to take it a step further and make sure that your build is as sustainable as possible? This week on the podcast I’m joining my husband Paul to share some of our learnings and tips on how to build a sustainable home.2017-05-0237 min
Eco Chat with Laura Trotta Podcast[81] Sustainable Bridal CoutureLast week on Eco Chat we heard from Melinda Tually from Fashion Revolution who shared many of the social and environmental issues of the fashion industry with us…as well as some tips for how you can make a difference by asking your favourite fashion brands “who made my clothes?” I wanted to continue the conversation this week, in Fashion Revolution Week, by bringing the founder of an exciting new local eco-bridal label onto the show. Lenka Couture’s founder, Lenka Harvey, is on a mission to revolutionise the bridal fashion industry and give conscious brides more...2017-04-2532 min
Eco Chat with Laura Trotta Podcast[80] Fast Fashion and Why We Need A Fashion RevolutionIf you’re a bit of a mindless consumer when you’re out, shopping and buying lots of new clothing and accessories for your wardrobe, well this week we’re going to change all that. Hopefully we are going to turn you into a more conscious consumer when it comes to fashion. I’m super excited to bring my guest Melinda Tually onto the show this week. Melinda is the director of Ndless: The New Normal, and she is also the coordinator for Fashion Revolution in Australia and New Zealand. Melinda advises brands and retailers on respo...2017-04-1831 min
Eco Chat with Laura Trotta Podcast[79] 7 Ways To Eco-fy Your EasterLike Christmas, although to a much lesser degree, Easter is a time of high consumption. Big feasts, heaps of chocolates…. we all tend to indulge more than normal. As Easter is upon us all this week, I thought I’d share seven ways to make your Easter more sustainable. If you would like to have a go at making your own organic Hot Cross Buns, you’ll find my recipe here. 2017-04-1107 min
Conversations with LisaEp 08: Laura Trotta Talks Sustainability And Modern LifeLaura Trotta is one of Australia's leading home sustainability experts. She has a Bachelor of Environmental Engineering, a Masters of Science (in Environmental Chemistry) and spent 11 years working as an environmental professional before creating her first online eco business, Sustainababy, in 2009. She has won numerous regional and national awards for her fresh and inspiring take on living an 'ecoceptional' life (including most recently winning the Brand South Australia Flinders University Education Award (2015) for the north-west region in SA and silver in the Eco-friendly category of the 2015 Ausmumpreneur Awards). With a regular segment on ABC Radio and with her work featured...2016-11-2953 min
Sky High Results Online011: The New Wave Of Sustainability In Business | With Laura TrottaEnvironmental engineer turned leading voice on sustainability, Laura Trotta is guiding thousands of followers and clients around to world to create sustainable homes and conscious businesses. A relative veteran in the online world, Laura founded her first online business, Sustainababy, in 2009. Juggling business and her new role as mother, she crafted Sustainababy from an idea into a multiple-award winning, six-figure brand, which she sold in 2015. The sale enabled Laura to focus on her popular sustainable living programs, Home Detox Boot Camp, where she guides women to break up with toxins in their home, and her...2016-10-2535 min
Happy Mama with AmyEp #40 - Creating A Sustainable Life With Laura TrottaLiving a sustainable life is about more than just organic gardening and low-waste living. It's about choosing a life that makes you feel proud, and allows you to focus on what you really love. In this interview with Sustainability expert and mama of two, Laura Trotta, Amy Taylor-Kabbaz uncovers a beautiful story of choosing your own path in motherhood, and life.2016-10-1933 min
KarlosophiesEp 39: Laura Trotta, Environmentalist In Mining To Online Eco WarriorLaura Trotta is one of Australia's leading home sustainability experts. She has a Bachelor of Environmental Engineering, a Masters of Science (in Environmental Chemistry) and spent 11 years working as an environmental professional before creating her first online eco business, Sustainababy, in 2009. She has won numerous regional and national awards for her fresh and inspiring take on living an 'ecoceptional' life (including most recently winning the 2015 Brand South Australia Flinders University Education Award for the north-west region in SA and silver in the Sustainability category of the 2015 Ausmumpreneur Awards. With a regular segment on ABC Radio and with her...2015-11-091h 06