The Green Path Podcast

What is resicentral? How can I cut energy costs? How can I make my home smart? Optimise my property?

Wed, 05 Feb 2025 06:00:46 GMT

ResiCentral's resiAIR™ is an innovative, Wi-Fi-enabled device designed to optimise property management by reducing energy costs and enhancing resident experiences.

Equipped with an array of sensors, resiAIR™ monitors real-time data such as temperature, humidity, noise levels, and occupancy. It automatically adjusts settings like heating and lighting based on this data, leading to energy savings of up to 32%.

But there is so much more to it. Learn more at https://www.resicentral.co.uk/

How Going Green Boosted Bookings: Justine Ireland’s Sustainable Business Journey

Wed, 29 Jan 2025 06:00:08 GMT

In this episode of The Green Path Podcast, I chat with Justine Ireland, a property manager from the Isle of Wight, about her inspiring journey towards being more sustainable.

Discover how she started on her green path, how easy it was, and the incredible benefits she’s reaped along the way—including increased bookings for her business!

Join us as we explore the real impact of going green and how easy it can be to make a positive change.

All of the companies mention in the interview (and many more) can be found in the Envirorental Marketplace : https://envirorental.earth/marketplace/

The Green Path Podcast and... Mike Piddock, Voltshare

Wed, 14 Aug 2024 05:30:23 GMT

Help your guests by offering an EV charging point at your property. Within 6 months, installation costs should be covered and then after that it's passive income, all while doing good for the planet. Plus it could be the draw card for the EV drivers looking for accommodation, so why not be part of that niche!?

Learn more at https://www.voltshare.co.uk/

The Green Path Podcast and... Matt Guest, Composty

Wed, 07 Aug 2024 08:12:26 GMT

Have you ever given your kitchen sponge a moment of thought? What is it made of? It's a cleaning item so it's clean right? Better take a listen if that's what you think!

Learn more or shop for Comnposty products at https://www.composty.earth

The Green Path Podcast and... Lyndsay McCoy, Plaine Products

Wed, 17 Jul 2024 11:55:58 GMT

Refillable, non toxic, hypoallergenic, you name it, this product is clean. All the items you need for your bathroom, in refillable aluminum bottles, delivered with free shipping to send back the empties!

Learn more at https://www.plaineproducts.com/

The Green Path Podcast and... Tomas Kancyper, Controla

Wed, 26 Jun 2024 08:55:00 GMT

If you have no idea how to make your property smart, have no fear. Controla offers a service to help you make your property smarter and hence greener! They can advise you on the devices to purchase and puts it all together for you. A great service!

Learn more at https://controla.com.es

The Green Path Podcast and... Bob Garner, Envirorental & Scale Green

Wed, 14 Feb 2024 06:30:34 GMT

Learn and get assistance becoming more sustainable at a world first event. Make not only your property sustainable, but your business too. Save money, save the planet. One day soon it will be compulsory so don't leave it until the last minute. Have a listen and get your ticket!

https://green.scalerentals.show/

https://envirorental.earth

https://www.sustonica.com

https://qalia.org

https://nikkimattei.com/

https://thegreenpathpodcast.com

The Green Path Podcast and... Giorgio Scaglia, Raypath

Wed, 06 Dec 2023 09:37:48 GMT

Imagine cleaning and even getting rid of odours without detergents or chemicals? With 99.57% efficiency to remove bacteria, viruses and fungi too, we're well and truly moving along into the 21st century. This isn't science fiction! Head to their website to see their cloths in action!

Learn more at https://raypath.eu/en

Or for orders or distribution inquiries contact Giorgio at giorgioscaglia@raypathitaly.it

The Green Path Podcast and... Rachel Parsons, New Forest Escapes

Wed, 15 Nov 2023 09:39:25 GMT

Drawing on her life experiences, including living in the outback of Australia, traveling as a travel writer and working with (the now) King Charles, her focus and purpose is all about sustainability. A great discussion!

To continue to know more about sustainability, check out:

The Green Path Podcast and... Diane Daniel, Vacation Donations

Wed, 20 Sep 2023 07:44:24 GMT

What do you do with your guests leftover food? What about beach supplies? Books? Or badly soiled or damaged towels or sheets? What happens to these? Do you expect your cleaners to take the food? Do you throw away the rest? How much can you keep?Have a listen to this initiative. One that you can start anywhere you are.

Learn more at https://www.vacationdonations.org/

The Green Path Podcast and... Barbara Buchel, Viatu

Wed, 05 Jul 2023 07:23:22 GMT

Viatu is a curated virtual travel agent offering trips of your choice, from safaris to honeymoons, family friendly and gorilla watching. Every aspect of the trip has sustainability in mind, including using local partners, caring for the environment and educating and encouraging the guests to help too with a Travel Pledge.

Learn more at https://www.viatu.com/en

The Green Path Podcast and... Thomas Panton, Canopey

Wed, 28 Jun 2023 05:00:39 GMT

A great discussion touching on Greenpeace, Festovers and we learn all about Canopey, a place to buy better. Stick around to the end for a great idea for your guests! A very thorough discussion! And learn how Xena the Warrior and Hercules gave birth to an eco warrior!

Learn more about Canopey at https://canopey.com

The Green Path Podcast and... Dan Sherrard-Smith, Mother Tree

Wed, 21 Jun 2023 05:00:50 GMT

We check our suppliers are green or at least like-minded, but what about your bank? Are your savings or pension fund funding polluting industries? There are other alternatives! Best have a listen!

Learn more at https://www.mymothertree.com

If you are ready to start on your own green path then take a look at the Green Step Program! Step by step towards becoming more sustainable! https://thegreenpathpodcast.com/the-green-step-program-zptw

The Green Path Podcast and... Julie Cheetham, Weeva

Wed, 07 Jun 2023 05:00:26 GMT

In this episode, Julie explains that Weeva is a digital sustainability management system, offering education, tasks, reports & so much more through their 18 parameters and their framework. It shows your progress via a great colour coded dashboard with great visuals and analytics.

Learn more at https://weeva.earth

The Green Path Podcast and... Marc Ribail, Qalia

Wed, 31 May 2023 06:37:14 GMT

In this episode Marc discusses the luxury niche, who the guests are and the three Qalia standards! How about incentivised sustainability?! And Qalia offers a bespoke sustainability "consultancy" for luxury properties! And lots more about this interesting niche.

.Learn more at https://qalia.org

The Green Path Podcast and... Lisa Wills, La Residence, Bed & Breakfast

Wed, 17 May 2023 05:00:21 GMT

Sitting on her lounge observing the view and the changing seasons, and seaweed in Africa. That's how Lisa's journey got started! An interesting start for these city folk. This all then led to them making their bed and breakfast more sustainable. And as the story goes, the more you do, the more you want to do!

Check out their sustainability page to see what they've done and what's in the pipeline, A great resource if you're just getting started in fact! https://www.laresidence-france.com/environmental-sustainability/

And of course, check out Envirorental https://envirorental.earth/

The Green Path Podcast and... the RR Summit - People, Places & Planet: Sustainability Panel

Wed, 03 May 2023 05:00:35 GMT

Traveller demand for environmentally friendly stays is no longer a niche market – it’s flourishing. Hosts and property managers that don’t capitalize on that demand are missing out! This powerhouse panel will cover exactly what travellers are looking for, how to implement sought-after amenities and practices into your properties, and how to market your efforts via your listings, certifications, and more.

Learn more from our panelists at https://envirorental.earth and https://www.sustonica.com/ , and for your next holiday in Scotland, book your accommodation at https://www.clickbookstay.com/

All of the insights and takeaways from the Rent Responsibly event are now packaged into the 2023 STR Sustainability Report and Resource Guide. Every session of the event is featured with a brief synopsis, data points and quotes.

Special Giveaway: Between now and May 14, RR are hosting a special giveaway in which all who download the 2023 Sustainability Report will be entered to win $250 cash plus $250 to a 1% for the Planet environmental partner of their choice.

Download it HERE.

The Green Path Podcast and... Chris Grimes, Small Luxury Hotels of the World

Wed, 10 May 2023 05:00:11 GMT

How can you offer luxury, and be luxurious, while being sustainable? How do you share what you are doing in terms of sustainability with your guests? In one word? Storytelling. Listen to learn more.

Learn more at https://slh.com/considerate

Example listing page: https://slh.com/hotels/ballymaloe-house-hotel

The Green Path Podcast and... Dan Whiting, Stay Green

Tue, 25 Apr 2023 22:10:23 GMT

You can offset your carbon emissions now on some airlines, but what about on the accommodation you book? Check out this great calculator and learn where the contributions made to the offsetting go.

Learn more at https://stay-green.org

The Green Path Podcast and... Sergi Ferran, BioDrops

Tue, 18 Apr 2023 22:10:29 GMT

No more single use plastic bottles for the bathroom! BUT no more refillable bottles either! Wait! What? Introducing BioDrops. These drops contain eco friendly body wash, shampoo and body oil and then..... dissolve! They disappear. No waste. Have a listen to learn more!

https://idisappear.eu/en/

The Green Path Podcast and... Vanessa da Souza Lage, Sustonica

Tue, 11 Apr 2023 22:10:16 GMT

There is no better way to demonstrate to your guests and other businesses your commitment to being sustainable than via an accreditation. Sustonica is the first industry accreditation platform for sustainable properties and businesses. Show your commitment by signing up and getting your badge. Then share it in your website and in your listings!

Learn more at https://www.sustonica.com/

The Green Path Podcast and... Mark Kombrink, Host 2 Coast

Tue, 04 Apr 2023 22:10:22 GMT

What can you do with your properties, and your owners, to be more sustainable? How can you give back to the community? Sustainability isn't just about saving energy and being greener. The social aspect is a bigger picture including your staff and the wider community. Have a listen to discover what Mark does at Host 2 Coast.

Learn more at https://www.host2coast.com/giving.

The Green Path Podcast and... James Tanner, Tanner Properties

Tue, 28 Mar 2023 22:01:03 GMT

If you thought by going green you were going to just save money, think again. In this episode we'll learn why it's a WIN WIN WIN. James also shares things you can do that are free. So it's really is time to get on the Green Path if you're not on it already!

Learn more about James service at https://www.jtannerproperties.co.uk

The Green Path Podcast and... Jacob Wedderburn-Day, Treepoints

Tue, 21 Mar 2023 23:10:17 GMT

Measure your carbon footprint, or allow guests to buy trees or help keep plastic out of the sea and recycle plastic via a link in your check out process! An easy way to involve your guest in your green path journey!

Learn more at https://treepoints.green/

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The Green Path Podcast and... Jimi Sol, Animated videos & paradigm-challenging perspectives

Wed, 15 Mar 2023 08:15:47 GMT

How do ecosystems affect atmospheric carbon? It turns out they keep the atmosphere in balance more than one might think.

Support Jimi on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/Jimi

Make a one-time donation: https://paypal.me/JimiSol

This video is based on the writing of Charles Eisenstein.

Visit Charles' Website for more related content: https://www.charleseisenstein.org/

Visit Charles' YouTube channel: / charleseisenstein

Music: https://www.purple-planet.com

For all sources within this video please get in touch.

The Green Path Podcast and... Walter Colitti, Modo Smart

Wed, 08 Mar 2023 08:38:32 GMT

Learn how home automation can save you not only time, but money as well. Besides saving on electricity, you can save on petrol too. Have a Listen to learn how.

Check out ModoSmart here https://modosmart.com

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The Green Path Podcast and... Will Richardson, Green Element

Wed, 01 Mar 2023 08:10:35 GMT

Invest in Airbus instead of planting trees? Home automation to save money? Will Richardson explains Green Elements, shares a number of his views including simplifying the user experience and some great resources.

Learn more at https://www.greenelement.co.uk/

https://envirorental.earth/

https://small99.co.uk/

https://www.sustonica.com/

https://businessdeclares.com/

The Green Path Podcast and... Saskia Weber, The Interhome Group

Tue, 21 Feb 2023 23:10:15 GMT

The Interhome Group manage 35,000 properties! In this episode Saskia shares what they're doing, from optional carbon offsetting built into the booking process to renting land for bees!

Check their sustainability page: https://www.interhome.com/aboutus/sustainability/

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The Green Path Podcast and ... Benedicta Makin, The lighthouse Keepers Cottage

Tue, 14 Feb 2023 23:10:09 GMT

Ben shares all that she's done to make their cottage green as well as how they are attracting other niches they're able to accommodate.

Check out their site (and especially their About Us page) at www.lighthousekeeperscottage.co.uk

Check out Ripple Energy: https://rippleenergy.com/

And Hive: https://www.hivehome.com/

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The Green Path Podcast and ... Kayleigh Nicolaou, Kakadau Creative

Tue, 07 Feb 2023 23:10:10 GMT

Kayleigh from Kakadu Creative explains how she started on her journey on the Green Path, and how she applies things to her business. She also explains what a digital carbon footprint it and how "dirty: they are! Have a listen to learn how to clean up yours!

Catch Kayleigh at https://www.kakaducreative.com/

And stay tuned for "International DOHE Day"! ... Kayleigh!!!

The Green Path Podcast and ... Christopher Warren, My Green Butler

Tue, 31 Jan 2023 23:10:11 GMT

How about offering your guests their own butler? One who not only advises on weather, where to go, etc but can also gently advise guests on how to reduce their consumption of electricity, water, etc. It involves the staff too! Everyone is involved!

Learn more at https://mygreenbutler.com

Check out Christopher's new book at https://www.goodfellowpublishers.com/warren and get 30% off with code WTM22.

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The Green Path Podcast and ... Sean Kemper, ETI Solutions

Tue, 10 Jan 2023 23:10:17 GMT

What's beyond the drain? What happens to the stuff that goes down there? What should and shouldn't go down there? An interesting educational episode!

Learn more about ETI Solutions at https://etisolutions.co

Check out Durk Johnson here http://www.housekeepingst.com/

The Green Path Podcast and... Lucy Smith, Splosh

Wed, 25 Oct 2023 05:10:13 GMT

100% no plastic waste? Yes! Environmentally friendly cleaning and beauty products with space saving refills and free delivery! In fact, return the empty refills for free too for them to be reused and made into other products, for example, plywood to build refugee homes!Learn more at https://splosh.com

The Green Path Podcast and... Bob Garner, EnviroRental & Green VR Events

Tue, 13 Dec 2022 23:10:11 GMT

What is EnviroRental? Where can I find help to become more sustainable? Now we will have a one stop shop to find resources and support to help you become more environmentally friendly!

Learn more at https://envirorental.earth/

Do you know anyone looking to become more environmentally friendly? Please share this podcast to help them get started or to learn more. https://thegreenpathpodcast.com/

The Green Path Podcast and ... Romesh Jeyaseelanayagam, The FD Consultant

Tue, 06 Dec 2022 23:10:22 GMT

Romesh explains how he combines business strategy and sustainability with his clients, who are predominantly start ups, high growth and small to medium enterprises, and much more.

Find Romesh at https://www.thefdconsultant.com/about

https://www.rainforesttrust.org/

https://ecologi.com/

https://greentheuk.com/

https://www.thegreenwebfoundation.org/

Do you know anyone looking to become more environmentally friendly? Please share this podcast to help them get started or to learn more. https://thegreenpathpodcast.com/

The Green Path Podcast and... Noelia Novella, Doinn

Tue, 29 Nov 2022 23:10:18 GMT

Noelia shares with us what they're doing about social sustainability, and the risk we face if we ignoring it. No cleaners = no bookings = no industry.

To learn more about human trafficking and for the link for the online course, head to https://thetechsplainedseries.com/episode/techsplained-with-the-guest-innspector-and-human-trafficking

Learn more about Doinn at https://doinn.co/en-GB

Human trafficking is the most invisible crime in the world. There are 40 million victims worldwide and now with the current situation in the Ukraine, this number will increase significantly. As a property manager you could unknowingly be housing trafficked people.There are some things you can do: security cameras, guest verification and complete the free course at https://fateht.vidcert.com/register (select Florida as your state) and learn what to look out for.1. Awareness2. Deterrents3. Report something you think is odd. Better safe than sorry.4. Spread the word.Lets make sure this industry does not help these traffickers. And make sure you report anything suspicious. FAVR webinars and courses can be found at https://favr.clubexpress.com/content.aspx?page_id=22&club_id=628381&module_id=318518

Do you know anyone looking to become more environmentally friendly? Please share this podcast to help them get started or to learn more. https://thegreenpathpodcast.com/

The Green Path Podcast and... Jo Webb, Room2 Hotel, Chiswick

Tue, 22 Nov 2022 23:10:16 GMT

Have a listen while Jo shares the story of how the Room2 Hotel is 100%, whole life, net zero! It's mind boggling yet inspiring. This is an incredible episode!

Check them out at https://room2.com/chiswick/

Do you know anyone looking to become more environmentally friendly? Please share this podcast to help them get started or to learn more. https://thegreenpathpodcast.com/

https://businessclimatehub.org/uk https://www.oneplanet.com/product/frameworks

The Green Path Podcast and... Andy McNulty, Touch Stay

Tue, 15 Nov 2022 23:10:19 GMT

Andy shares the journey Touch Stay has started on, and how he is trying to share the journey with his customers, property managers and owners. Learn more about their journey at https://touchstay.com/social-responsibility/

Do you know anyone looking to become more environmentally friendly?

Please share this podcast to help them get started or to learn more. https://thegreenpathpodcast.com/

The Green Path Podcast and... Jeremy Smith, Tourism Declares

Tue, 08 Nov 2022 23:10:19 GMT

If you're ready to make a commitment, then Travel Declares is the place for you. Join a growing community of fellow tourism colleagues, all wanting to commit to their action plans. The actions plans are already an inspiration.

Learn more at https://www.tourismdeclares.com/

https://www.tourismdeclares.com/who-has-declared

https://www.oneplanetnetwork.org/programmes/sustainable-tourism/glasgow-declaration/join

The Green Path Podcast and... Dennis Hettema, Ecologi

Tue, 25 Oct 2022 22:10:18 GMT

If you think being green is all about your property, then think again. You can help with climate change with this hands off, yet almost interactive subscription. You'll get addicted and so will your guests. Best have a listen to find out more.

Check out https://ecologi.com

https://ecologi.com/glossary-of-climate-terms

https://www.milliontreepledge.org

The Green Path Podcast and... Alan Caine, ExactSolar

Tue, 18 Oct 2022 22:10:17 GMT

Alan explains to us how solar panels work and the two different scenarios of 'selling' the power back to the grid or storing the power. We also discuss improvements in technology and a drop in costs. Use your solar panels to power up the EV! Save on electricity and petrol!

The Green Path Podcast... Tara Scott, Click Book Stay

Tue, 11 Oct 2022 22:10:16 GMT

In this episode Tara shares how her and her husband got started, greening their business first, sharing what they're doing, not just as a company but with owners & guests too.

These are some of the things Tara and Paul use at their properties and business, Click Book Stay: https://www.splosh.com/ https://eu.whogivesacrap.org/

The Green Path Podcast... Margot Schmorak, Hostfully

Tue, 04 Oct 2022 22:10:16 GMT

Margot shares Hostfully's plans and pain points to becoming more environmentally friendly. Got some suggestions for the pain points? We're all ears!

The Green Path Podcast... Harro Dorsch, The Hive @ 52 B&B

Tue, 27 Sep 2022 22:10:15 GMT

Harro shares with us how his journey started, insulating his 1876 Victorian house that was losing energy, and his money, to keep warm! When he started his bed and breakfast he realised how much waste there is, and decided to be more efficient! Check out the recipe for home made washing powder too that saves time with ironing!

The Green Path Podcast and ... Adam Bastock, Small99

Tue, 20 Sep 2022 22:10:18 GMT

In this episode we discusses what his platform offers and how he plans to help one million businesses become "net zero"!

Learn more at https://small99.co.uk/

The Green Path Podcast and... Nils Mattisson, Minut

Tue, 13 Sep 2022 22:10:17 GMT

We discuss Minut's journey regarding their manufacturing, packaging and supply chain and how their product helps managers/owners save energy and money.

Learn more at https://www.minut.com/

The Green Path Podcast and ... Donna Okell, UK for Good

Tue, 06 Sep 2022 22:10:17 GMT

In this episode Donna explains UK for Good's "stepping stone" courses and support, and we discuss the much bigger picture!

Learn more at https://www.ukforgood.com/

Ella's Kitchen video is at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BV9klwDYFKg

"How Bad are Bananas?" by Mike Berners-Lee

The Green Path Podcast... Eric Broughton, OK2Charge

Tue, 30 Aug 2022 22:10:17 GMT

Eric Broughton, the CEO of OK2Charge, will explain all things EV charging. From how and where to put the outlets, to charging for them and talks about long range anxiety! Have a listen and hear how you could be missing out on easy revenue!

The benefits? Check out https://www.ok2charge.com/shortterm

Learn more at https://www.ok2charge.com

https://electrek.co/ - Up to date news on EVs and the groups producing them

https://cleantechnica.com/ - Top site for cleantech news

https://www.edfenergy.com/electric-cars/charging-points - UK map of charging points

https://www.energysage.com/electric-vehicles/advantages-of-evs/energy-independence/

The Green Path Podcast... Paul Anderson, Sandfield Guesthouse

Tue, 23 Aug 2022 22:10:18 GMT

Paul and his wife decided that "watched it on TV" isn't a good enough answer to their kids possible question one day of "What will you do about global warming?". They started by insulating their 1935 built home, and kept going from there. Have a listen to his journey...

Carbon Footprint Ltd Calculator Page: https://www.carbonfootprint.com/calculator1.html

The Green Path Podcast... Enrique Planas, Holidu

Tue, 16 Aug 2022 22:10:19 GMT

Enrique Planas explains to us what Holidu is doing for the listings on its site and the success so far, as well as what Holidu is doing as a company on their journey along the Green Path.

The Green Path Podcast... Nikki Mattei, Villa in the Vineyard

Tue, 09 Aug 2022 22:10:18 GMT

Nikki shares with us all the things she does with her property in Italy, and highlights guests with allergies seeking out hypoallergenic properties. A niche! Pamper your guests and pamper the planet. Seems a win win to me!

And also check out her action plan... https://nikkimattei.com/climate-action-plan

Opportunities for the tourism/hospitality industry - https://nikkimattei.com/tourism-%26-hospitality

GET 10% DISCOUNT on Compare Your Footprint carbon calculator for all your carbon emissions and benchmark in your industry. https://www.compareyourfootprint.com/partners/ambassadors/nikki-mattei/

Nikki is a Blue Consultant for Oceanic Global meaning she can help properties remove single-use plastic and find vetted suppliers - https://bluestandard.com/

The Green Path Podcast... Graham Donoghue, Sykes Holiday Cottages

Tue, 02 Aug 2022 22:10:16 GMT

Graham Donoghue shares with us all the things that not only Sykes Holiday Cottages are doing, but what he himself is doing at home, with the Donoghue zoo!! He explains that 'sustainability' isn't just about cleaning the planet! Have a listen to learn how he keeps his staff happy and engaged!

And excuse my inexplicable mistake calling the company Sykes Holiday when I know they're Sykes Holiday Cottages! Sorry Graham!

https://app.bimpactassessment.net/login - for B Corp

UK related https://betterbusinessact.org/ - Sykes are a member

https://www.ukforgood.com/ - Sykes are founding member

https://www.tourismdeclares.com/ - Sykes are also members

The Green Path Podcast... Bob Garner, VR industry sustainability 'mouthpiece'

Tue, 26 Jul 2022 22:10:18 GMT

Bob Garner is working tirelessly to bring sustainability into the conversation and to engage everyone in environmentally activities in the vacation rental industry. In this episode he shares how the podcast came to be, the why's and discusses why you should be a frontrunner and get ahead of everyone as there is a large niche audience looking for eco friendly properties!

The Green Path Podcast... The Why

Wed, 20 Jul 2022 11:56:23 GMT

Why The Green Path Podcast? Because you can save money while bringing in more revenue and differentiate yourself from the rest of the pack vying to win guests by becoming more environmentally friendly. Learn how easy it is, and how cheap it can be, if not free and we'll share all the opportunities available.

So subscribe, and join us each week as we take another step along the Green Path.