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Sustainable in the City

Sustainable in the City

By: Urban Green Lab and the Nashville Department of Waste Services
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"Sustainable in the City" is a podcast co-hosted by Urban Green Lab and the Nashville Department of Waste Services that highlights the small sustainable actions that are making a big impact on Nashville. We chat with everyday Nashvillians like your neighbors, coworkers, and fellow community members. From reducing waste to planting trees, our guests share their stories about the benefits, barriers, and motivators behind everyday choices.

Episodes air on the third Tuesday of each month. Sustainable in the City can be found on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or wherever you listen to podcasts. Tune in and be inspired by the power of individual action!



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Episodes
  • Podcast in the City, Part 2

    Podcast in the City, Part 2
    Apr 15 2025

    In Allie's final episode, join Allie and Karissa they reflect on previous episodes and how Sustainable in the City has impacted them.

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    Hosts: Allie Omens & Karissa Hampton
    Producer: Simone Chhut
    Music: Draped Apes

    Contact Sustainable in the City!
    Email: sitcnashville@gmail.com

    Learn More
    Nashville Waste Services: WasteServices.Nashville.gov
    Urban Green Lab: UrbanGreenLab.org
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    28 mins
  • Beautification in the City

    Beautification in the City
    Mar 18 2025

    This month, join District 24 Metro Nashville Beautification Commissioner Kate to talk about local beautification efforts, the power of getting outside, and how even the least outdoorsy person can connect with nature.

    Resources mentioned during the episode & more:

    • Learn about Metro Beautification & Environment Commission
    • Look up your Council Member
    • Learn about Harpeth Conservancy and Cumberland River Compact
    • Watch S3E2 Culturally-Centered Nature Programming
    • Follow @HowDoI615 and Kate’s e-newsletter kate.d24becommissioner@gmail.com
    • Learn about NDOT (Nashville Department of Transportation)
    • Save money and electricity by insulating your electrical outlets
    • Visit a Nashville Department of Waste Services Convenience Center

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    Hosts: Allie Omens & Karissa Hampton
    Producer: Simone Chhut
    Music: Draped Apes

    Contact Sustainable in the City!
    Email: sitcnashville@gmail.com

    Learn More
    Nashville Waste Services: WasteServices.Nashville.gov
    Urban Green Lab: UrbanGreenLab.org
    Show More Show Less
    39 mins
  • Civics in the City

    Civics in the City
    Feb 18 2025

    This month, join Sofia to learn about one way to get more involved with your city: MyCity Academy. MyCity Academy helps immigrant, refugee, and new Nashvillians gain insights into Metro Nashville's structure, services, and sustainability efforts. Tune in to hear how Sofia plans to use her time in the MyCity program to contribute to a cleaner and greener Nashville.

    Resources mentioned during the episode & more:

    • Learn more about MyCity Academy
    • Become a Urban Green Lab Volunteer
    • Get a pothole fixed through hubNashville online, on the app, or by calling 311
    • Tour Nashville's recycling facility
    • Tour Nashville's water treatment plant
    • Learn about the transit referendum: Choose How You Move
    • Shop used art supplies at secondhand craft stores like Turnip Green Creative Reuse and Smart Art + Craft Supplies

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    Hosts: Allie Omens & Karissa Hampton
    Producer: Simone Chhut
    Music: Draped Apes

    Contact Sustainable in the City!
    Email: sitcnashville@gmail.com

    Learn More
    Nashville Waste Services: WasteServices.Nashville.gov
    Urban Green Lab: UrbanGreenLab.org
    Show More Show Less
    36 mins
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