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MadPo3t Podcast| Art| Creativity|LifeMadPo3t Podcast| Art| Creativity|LifeClimate Conversations and Innovations with Josh DorfmanThis week on MadPo3t, we're honored to host Josh Dorfman, the innovative mind behind Plantd Materials and the insightful host of the Supercool Podcast. We kick off with a deep dive into Josh's foundational experience in China, a surprising turning point that set him on his unique professional trajectory. He candidly shares that this was by no means an easy or obvious path, underscoring our belief that true growth is often found in the unpredictable twists and turns of life.Our conversation shifts to Josh's pioneering ventures and media platforms, where he shares...2025-07-0138 minAUTM on the AirAUTM on the AirGreen by Design: Integrating Sustainability into Innovation Strategy with Josh DorfmanWhat happens when climate innovation isn’t just a buzzword but a blueprint for real change? In this episode, we explore how climate-focused technologies are being developed, commercialized, and scaled in ways that go far beyond traditional models. My guest, Josh Dorfman, brings a rare mix of experience in both business and policy, with a track record of building ventures that reduce emissions while delivering everyday value. Josh is the co-founder and CEO of Plantd, a company creating carbon-negative building materials that was recently named one of the world’s most innovative by Fast Company. He als...2025-06-1835 minGrounded in MaineGrounded in Maine150: Josh Dorfman Talks to Sustainable Businesses on SuperCoolI told Josh Dorfman when we started talking that I felt a little intimidated talking with him, because he is so accomplished in the sustainability field, but he has THE best stories from his life, getting him to where he is today - you're going to love this, I'm sure of it!Josh's story goes back to working for a bike company in China several years ago, but I'm not going to tell you his story, because he does it so much better- just listen, it's exciting! His mission is to show that we should b...2025-06-1748 minThe CTO Show with Mehmet GonulluThe CTO Show with Mehmet Gonullu#476 Stop Pitching Tech, Start Selling Outcomes: Josh Dorfman’s Advice for Climate FoundersIn this episode, Mehmet is joined by Josh Dorfman, CEO of Supercool and host of the Supercool podcast. Josh is a serial sustainability entrepreneur, former investor, and media trailblazer with two decades of experience scaling climate-focused ventures. From founding The Lazy Environmentalist to helping build a company that landed a 10M panel deal with D.R. Horton, Josh shares why storytelling—not tech specs—is what drives results in climate tech today.📌 Key Takeaways: • Why outcomes matter more than tech or climate talk when selling to real-world customers. • The single biggest com...2025-05-2957 minStocked And DeliveredStocked And DeliveredSpeaking of Sustainability: The Smooth Operator, Josh Dorfman of PLANTD Shares Insights About His Impressive Career | Stocked And Delivered Ep. 16In this episode of Stocked And Delivered, hosts Michael Goodman and Todd London are joined by the very cunning and media savvy Josh Dorfman, a successful communicator and environment-first entrepreneur, who has focused on sustainability which is a fundamental way of his life and career. Josh beautifully lays out his path through the media world that has only helped his company's Super Cool and Plantd be well-received in front of customers and investors in a traditionally wood-based industry.Josh’s passion for a better planet and future is palpable and he and his team are right on th...2025-05-2153 minThe Samuele Tini Show - where business, innovation, and sustainability convergeThe Samuele Tini Show - where business, innovation, and sustainability convergeWhy Your Climate Anxiety Is the Next Billion-Dollar Idea | S. 2 E. 6Feeling overwhelmed by climate change? What if your anxiety could spark revolutionary solutions—and a thriving business? In this eye-opening episode, sustainability entrepreneur Josh Dorfman, known famously as "The Lazy Environmentalist," shares his extraordinary journey from anxious activist to transformative innovator. From scaling groundbreaking startups Plantd- lwhich builds homes with rapidly renewable materials—to his latest venture Super Cool, Josh demonstrates why sustainability and profitability aren’t mutually exclusive—they're a perfect match. Discover: How turning fear into action is fueling billion-dollar climate businesses. Practical, no-nonsense insights into creating scalable and sustaina...2025-04-2930 minSocial Entrepreneurship and Sustainability ShowSocial Entrepreneurship and Sustainability ShowCarbon-Negative Innovation with Josh DorfmanIn this episode, we’re joined by Josh Dorfman, a climate entrepreneur, media innovator, and the voice behind The Lazy Environmentalist. Josh shares his journey building mission-driven companies like Plantd and Supercool, both aimed at solving climate challenges while driving business growth. We dive into the role of social entrepreneurship in scaling sustainable solutions, the future of carbon-negative materials, and the power of storytelling to inspire action. Whether you’re a changemaker, entrepreneur, or curious about climate innovation, this episode offers practical insights on balancing profit, purpose, and impact in today’s sustainability-driven world.  For more content, do visit:2025-04-1534 minFlanigan\'s Eco-LogicFlanigan's Eco-LogicJosh Dorfman on Sustainable Building MaterialsIn this Convo of Flanigan’s Eco-Logic, Ted speaks with Josh Dorfman, CEO at Supercool, a media company covering climate solutions that raise profits and quality of life. Josh is also the host of the Supercool Podcast, and co-founder of Plantd, a company that  manufactures carbon-negative building materials. He is best known as creator and host of The Lazy Environmentalist, an award-winning reality TV show on Sundance Channel, radio show on Sirius Satellite Radio, book series, and e-commerce business.He and Ted briefly discuss his background, born and raised in Armonk, in Westchester County, New...2025-04-1431 minSea Change RadioSea Change RadioJosh Dorfman: Supercool Building MaterialsYou may be surprised to learn that, according to the United Nations Environment Program, buildings and construction accounts for a stunning 37% of global greenhouse emissions. Our guest today on Sea Change Radio is an innovator working to change the equation. We are speaking with entrepreneur Josh Dorfman, the co-founder of Plantd and Supercool to learn more about the green building space. We talk about the challenges of a young company making inroads into the construction industry, take a look at his company’s innovative grass building material, and examine the competitive landscape in this area.2025-04-0829 minEarth911.com\'s Sustainability In Your EarEarth911.com's Sustainability In Your EarEarth911 Podcast: Josh Dorfman Makes Environmentalism SupercoolJosh Dorfman—known for his The Lazy Environmentalist book series—visites to share his latest efforts to make sustainability seamless, smart, and scalable. From hosting eco-living shows to launching climate tech ventures, Dorfman’s mission: make sustainable choices attractive and accessible. In the 1990s, while working in China, Dorfman saw the country’s shift from bicycles to cars and realized the environmental cost of global development. That insight set him on a path to shift consumer culture toward greener living. “People don’t respond to guilt,” he said. “They respond to practical, self-interested solutions that make their lives better.” Dorfman now leads two new...2025-04-0737 minSustainability ForwardSustainability ForwardSustainable EntrepreneurshipIn this episode of Sustainability Forward, we dive into Sustainable Entrepreneurship with Josh Dorfman, founder of Plantd and Supercool, and former host of The Lazy Environmentalist. Josh shares his inspiring journey from sustainable media to climate-tech innovation, providing practical insights on creating profitable businesses that positively impact the planet. We explore carbon-negative building solutions, the power of storytelling in driving climate action, and key strategies for entrepreneurs committed to sustainability. Tune in to learn how aligning sustainability with profitability can shape a greener, more resilient future.Keywords: Sustainability, Sustainable Entrepreneurship, Climate-Tech, Carbon-Negative, Innovation, Climate Solutions, Business Sustainability...2025-03-2827 minGrid ConnectionsGrid ConnectionsJosh Dorfman on Carbon-Negative Building Materials, Demand Response, and Biking Innovation for a Greener FutureSummaryCurious about the future of carbon-negative building materials and how climate tech can seamlessly integrate into your everyday life? In this insightful episode, Josh Dorfman—co-founder of Plantd and Supercool—explains how he and his SpaceX-trained team developed a groundbreaking, grass-based alternative to plywood that’s stronger, more water-resistant, and greener than conventional wood. Along the way, you’ll discover how streamlined solutions like virtual power plants, user-friendly solar installations, and data-driven demand response can help businesses, homeowners, and entire communities cut costs while slashing carbon emissions. If you’re eager for real-world success stories, tips on scaling su...2025-03-2052 minLet\'s Talk, People with Emily Frieze-KemenyLet's Talk, People with Emily Frieze-KemenyReclaiming Agency Amidst the Climate CrisisAs extreme weather events continue to happen all around us, what responsibility do we have as managers and leaders in caring for our employees while needing to drive performance? What can we do as managers in organizations to take action and support climate change initiatives? These are just a few of the big questions we tackle in this episode with Josh Dorfman, a serial climate entrepreneur, Co-founder of Plantd, and CEO of Supercool, who shares stories of resilience, innovation, and hope from the frontlines of climate solutions. Together, we unpack how leaders can foster a se...2025-01-2848 minEarthlings 2.0 PodcastEarthlings 2.0 Podcast#51: The Grass is Greener with Carbon-Negative Building Products Hello Earthlings! In this episode of Earthlings 2.0, Lisa Ann Pinkerton delves into an innovative solution addressing the global housing crisis without exacerbating our climate emergency with Plantd. With the collective future of 3 billion Earthlings at stake by 2030, the episode navigates the pressing need for sustainable construction methods that align with our carbon budget.In an era where traditional building materials contribute significantly to carbon emissions, this episode spotlights Plantd - a North Carolina-based startup led by Haude Tan and Nathan Silvernail, former NASA and SpaceX engineers. They've reimagined construction by creating carbon-negative structural boards from...2024-04-0236 minThe Art of ConstructionThe Art of ConstructionA World Built with Grass "We envision a world that stands in balance with nature, a world build with grass." Construction...with grass? Join us today chatting with Josh Dorfman of Plantd Materials, and how we can all adopt building meaningful change when it comes to climate change by reassessing how to scale plant based (or grass-based) building materials in our world of construction.  Josh Dorfman is a sustainability-focused entrepreneur who has led tech, manufacturing, and media ventures. Josh is co-founder and CEO of Plantd, a carbon-negative building materials company pioneering a novel path to reach gigaton-scale atmospheric carbon dioxide removal. A...2023-09-1426 minSmarter Building Materials MarketingSmarter Building Materials MarketingHow to Sell High-Performance Building Products to BuildersInnovative, high-performance building materials can be difficult to market and sell. This week’s guest not only has a brand new, innovative product, but one that’s high-performance and sustainable. He talks to Zach about how he’s been able to market and sell this innovation to builders.Josh Dorfman is the CEO and co-founder of Plantd, a company dedicated to making carbon-negative building materials.2023-07-0316 min[Video] SuperToast[Video] SuperToast🏠 Plantd inova nos materiais de construçãoA Planted inova através da produção de painéis, para a construção de casas, utilizando plantas (gramíneas perenes) que voltam a crescer rapidamente após serem colhidas, ao contrário das árvores.2023-03-2701 minThe ConTechCrewThe ConTechCrewThe ConTech Crew 350: What is Mass Timber with Kinsol Founder Mike Marshall🏗️ Learn more at http://thecontechcrew.comIn today’s episode, we are joined by Mike Marshall from Kinsol Timber to discuss how he has built his own timber business and what he hopes to achieve with it.Mike’s CV boasts over 20 years of experience spanning all aspects of the timber industry, from manufacturing work all the way to marketing and management. Mike has even been involved in some of the most innovative Timber structures in Canada and has led countless other innovative timber structures.In today’s episode, we discuss how Mike got in...2023-03-211h 28Bigger Than UsBigger Than Us#213 Josh Dorfman, Co-Founder and CEO of PlantdJosh Dorfman is a sustainability entrepreneur and brand builder dedicated to scaling mission-driven ventures. He is co-founder & CEO of Plantd, a carbon-negative building materials company pioneering a new path to reach gigaton-scale carbon capture. Previously, Josh led Vine.com, an Amazon business unit specializing in natural, organic, and sustainable products. He has founded two award-winning modern design sustainable furniture companies: Vivavi, named to Inc. Magazine's "Green 50" as a pioneer accelerating the green economy, and Simbly, recognized by the National Wildlife Federation for its sustainable practices to preserve forest ecosystems. Earlier in his career, Josh was the author and host...2023-02-1443 minEntrepreneurs for ImpactEntrepreneurs for ImpactSerial Founder + Former SpaceX Team to Revolutionize Engineered Wood — Josh Dorfman, CEO of PlantdLed by Josh Dorfman, Plantd turns atmospheric carbon into low-prices, high-performance building materials using industrial hemp, an ultra-strong, fast-growing plant that captures over 3x more carbon than trees. Below are two excerpts from the podcast. "Most home builders are using a product called oriented strand board (OSB). We decided to build these, too, but to make them out of hemp. We think there are opportunities to make a better product, but it still looks and performs like the OSB builders use today. We're not going to ask builders to adopt an alternative building technique. We...2021-09-3046 minThe Organic GardenerThe Organic GardenerWhere To Put Your Plants.Doug talks about how to choose the best plant for where you are planting in your yard.  He also talks about proper spacing for plantd and touched on bee keeping.2018-06-1030 min