Green Hearts in Action
Tune in to 'Green Hearts in Action,' GNN's podcast featuring Toronto's environmental heroes.
Each episode features engaging conversations with the changemakers and visionaries who are making a real difference in our community. From grassroots initiatives to personal journeys inspiring collective action, ‘Green Hearts in Action’ is your gateway to the heart of Toronto’s green movement. Tune in to discover how passion, dedication, and action can forge a more sustainable future, one story at a time.
Recent Episodes
We are reaching your ears through our official podcast, Green Hearts in Action hosted by Dominik Haake! This month we interviewed Dorte Windmüller, working at Cliffcrest Butterflyway. Their goal is to help increase the numbers and biodiversity of bee, bird, and butterfly populations through gardening!
Our pollinator population is in trouble – because of their population decline, so are our birds. With restorative garden practices and the focus on native powerhouse plants, gardeners can create food and an environment that supports the various life stages of our insects and birds. Combined, gardeners have an enormous, untapped impact on restoring large-scale biodiversity and reducing our carbon footprint.
This month we interviewed Rochelle Byrne, working at A Greener Future. Their goal is to preserve the environment through litter cleanups, education and events.
Tim Grant is a green heart in action volunteering for Harbord Village Residents Association and spearheading exciting projects like the Net Zero Carbon Project.
Dive into the heart of Toronto’s green movement with the inaugural episode of the GNN Green Hearts in Action Podcast. Recorded live at the Green Hearts event, join our host Dominic and the esteemed Helen Mills for a 20-minute journey through the groundbreaking initiatives shaping Toronto’s environmental landscape.
MEET THE HOST
Dominik Haake
Dominik hosts “Green Hearts in Action,” where his background in environmental advocacy shines. Raised in Germany with a strong environmental ethos, he developed an early love for nature through canoeing and backcountry camping. His recent focus on impactful home retrofits highlights his commitment to reducing greenhouse gas emissions. Tune in as Dominik navigates the stories of those at the forefront of Toronto’s green movement.
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