365 Sustainable Decisions Challenge

  A few days ago, I had a blind date. 😁 On my way to the German Speakers Association Winterconference, I met my colleague Jörg Sutter for the first time. We had never seen each other before, but agreed to meet at our reserved seats on the train. It turned into hours of great conversation. ☀️ Jörg shared how he helps people successfully install solar panels and navigate the practical realities behind the technology. Even though I wrote about solar energy in my latest book (A Guide to a Healthier Planet 3), he is the true expert when it comes to real-world implementation. 🙏 I am very grateful for his book and look forward to learning from it. PS: The conference itself was amazing and very special to me. I will share more about that soon.

  🙏 I’m so grateful I could join Klimaatvrijplaats yesterday, the first day of a 4-day event organized for people like me - who care deeply about the planet - to connect, recharge, and simply say thank you for all the effort we put in. 💚 For many of us, the environmental crises and consequences feel overwhelming. Goals aren’t met, nature and people are suffering. In our work, it is easy to feel alone, burnt out, or hopeless. At Klimaatvrijplaats, I found a safe space to share these feelings, supported by both professionals and others who understand. Together, we explored ways to stay hopeful and connected, even in the face of such big challenges. 🌱 The four sessions are inspired by eco-philosopher Joanna Macy, whose work reminds us of our deep connection to all life. And the location, De Groene Afslag, was incredible: full of reused objects, like a Loch Ness Monster made from 800 old jeans (see picture). It felt like an expression of deep respect for our planet and earthly r...

Recently, I went litterpicking with a friend, filling 21 bags in 2 hours. But we weren't finished yet, because a few meter further down the bushes, we found this spot. What a relief that's now done too: another 15 bags.