In this episode, Green Jobs Network CEO Leonard Adler speaks with Dr. Amy Collins and Dr. Shanda Demorest, two leading voices in the sustainable health care movement. Amy and Shanda serve in leadership roles at Health Care Without Harm and Practice Greenhealth, organizations at the forefront of transforming health care into a driver of environmental sustainability and climate action.

Dr. Amy Collins is an emergency physician and a sustainable health care professional. She serves as the Medical Director at Health Care Without Harm and Practice Greenhealth and leads their health professional engagement work. In her role she leads the Health Care Without Harm Climate-Smart Collective, a national network of health professionals committed to reducing the environmental impact of health care and advancing climate-smart health care through mitigation, resilience, and leadership. She speaks internationally about the intersection between climate change, health and health care and the role of the health care sector in advancing climate solutions.

Shanda Demorest, DNP, RN, PHN is the Senior Director for Network Experience & Solutions at Health Care Without Harm and Practice Greenhealth. Dr. Demorest earned her Doctorate of Nursing Practice in Health Innovation and Leadership from the University of Minnesota, and she holds the LEED Green Associate credential through the U.S. Green Building Council. Dr. Demorest serves as an Affiliate Faculty member at the University of Minnesota School of Nursing and has published works on environmental sustainability in health care and the health impacts of climate change.

Together, Amy and Shanda share how the health care sector can be a powerful force for climate action, and highlight the growing career opportunities at the intersection of health care and sustainability.

Tune in for an inspiring conversation about aligning care for people with care for the planet — and how you can be part of the solution!

For more information:

• Amy Collins | LinkedIn
• Shanda Demorest | LinkedIn
• Health Care Without Harm
• Climate-smart health care
• Climate-Smart Collective
• Unwavering commitment: Accelerating a sustainable, climate-resilient, and equitable health sector
• Our enduring promise amid federal funding cuts & public health threats
• Practice Greenhealth
• Medical and clinical directors of sustainability
• CleanMed

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In this episode, Green Jobs Network CEO Leonard Adler interviews Laura Thorne, founder of The Environmental Career Coach, certified career coach, and experienced business consultant who helps students, recent graduates, and career changers pursue impactful careers in the environmental and sustainability sectors.

With a background in biology, a career pivot of her own, and years of experience in habitat restoration and project management, Laura understands the unique challenges faced by job seekers. Her coaching is grounded in real-world insight, blending a passion for science with practical strategies to help clients move from uncertainty to clarity in their job search.

Through Environmental Career Coach, Laura offers one-on-one coaching, online courses, and actionable resources designed to help job seekers build professional networks, sharpen their career direction, and stand out in a competitive market.

In addition to her coaching work, Laura co-hosts Environmental Professionals Radio and formerly served as president of the Tampa Bay Association of Environmental Professionals. She holds a B.S. in Biology from the University of South Florida and is a certified Project Management Professional (PMP) — further equipping her to guide others in turning big career goals into realistic, strategic plans.

Tune in to hear Laura’s insights on making a successful career shift, breaking into the environmental sector, and finding meaningful work that aligns with your values!

Connect with The Environmental Career Coach:

• Home page
• Free resources
• Instagram page
• Environmental Professionals Radio
• Laura Thorne on LinkedIn

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To celebrate National Apprenticeship Week, which is marking its 10th anniversary from November 17 - 23, 2024, this episode spotlights the world of apprenticeships!

Apprenticeships have existed for many years and there is increasing interest in apprenticeships that support occupations relevant to green, clean energy, and climate-focused careers.

This episode provides an overview of apprenticeships, benefits for job seekers and employers, and resources to learn more, including the new website ClimateApprenticeships.com!

Resources mentioned in this episode:

• National Apprenticeship Week
• Apprenticeship.gov
• Interstate Renewable Energy Council (IREC)
• ClimateApprenticeships.com

Explore more resources at Green Jobs Network and submit your ideas for the podcast at greenjobspod.com.

The Green Jobs Pod is produced by Jubilaria Media. Your brand has a story. Jubilaria can help you tell it! Level up your content strategy and click on the link in the show notes to schedule a free consultation.