Is the future of our cities Grey or Green? 🏗️🌿

Welcome to Episode 11 of The Sustainability Side! Today, hosts Dr. Sama A and Fathima Salika dive deep into the world of Green Concrete.

We challenge the status quo of the construction industry, one of the world's biggest polluters and explore the "Green Grapes" of innovation that are 10-15% cheaper at scale and 80% more eco-friendly.

🚀 Key Topics Covered:

• The Concrete Crisis: Why traditional concrete is the "Sour Grape" of the planet.

• Mycelium Technology: How roots can build houses that are fire-resistant and self-healing.

• Geopolymer Revolution: The technology behind the Delhi-Mumbai Expressway and the Burj Khalifa's eco-initiatives.

• Hempcrete & Bamboo: Reviving ancient materials with modern engineering.

💬 Question of the Day: Would you live in a house made of Mushrooms (Mycelium)? Let us know in the comments!

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Did you know that Nigeria generates over 32 million tonnes of solid waste every year—and nearly half of that is food waste? Even more staggering is that less than 10% is currently recycled, leaving a massive opportunity for circular economy solutions to transform our food systems.

We are kicking off 2026 with a deep dive into how we can turn this "waste" into value. In this episode, host Fathima is joined by Iyanuoluwa Faith Abimbola, a sustainability and climate-smart advisory expert whose work bridges fisheries science, circular food systems, and humane branding strategy.

In this episode, we explore:

• The State of Play: The biggest barriers to circularity in Nigeria today.

• Science Meets Practice: How research in aquaculture and biodiversity translates into practical solutions for farmers and businesses.

• Circular Pathways: Real-world examples of composting, upcycling, and regenerative agriculture.

• The Power of Storytelling: How branding can influence consumer behavior to make sustainability a culture, not just a choice.

It’s time to stop seeing problems and start seeing possibilities. Join us as we explore how to build resilience for our communities and our planet.

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Are you able to find and set your higher-order goals based on what you see?"

Welcome to Part 2 of our masterclass with Mr. Manish Kothari (CEO, Rhino Machines).

In Part 1, we discussed the "Why" (Mentorship & Survival). Today, in Part 2, we dive into the "How" the strategic and technical blueprint for building a sustainable legacy.

Manish introduces the "Three Isms" that every founder must balance to move beyond simple profit and create true value: Utilitarianism, Relativism, and Existentialism.

In this episode, we cover:

• The "Atelism" Perspective: Why you need a philosophical backbone to survive in manufacturing.

• Silica Plastic Blocks (SPB): The engineering breakthrough turning foundry dust and plastic waste into construction materials.

• Scaling with Purpose: How to align "Higher Order Goals" with ground-level operations.

Connect with Mr. Manish Kothari & Explore the Tech:

• Foundry Solutions: www.rhinomachines.net

• SPB Recycling Info: www.meemansaspb.com

• Instagram: @rhino.manish | @circleup.meemansa

• LinkedIn: Manish Kothari

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