Recent Episodes
Greening the Grid and Sourcing Energy for Your Home in NYC | Sustainability Matters
Samantha Maldonado, Senior Reporter for The City and Solar One CEO Stephen Levin join host Tria Case in the studio to shed light on how we power our homes and communities in the city that never sleeps. We'll dissect fact from fiction in the push for sustainable energy, addressing common misconceptions and exploring how it can impact our energy bills and the kinds of green energy projects making sure the lights stay on while doing good for the planet. NOTE: Episode was filmed and delivered for distribution prior to the Dec.16th approval of the NY State Energy Plan.
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Guest List:
Adam Cohen, Chief Technology Officer And Co-Founder, NineDot Energy
Stephen Levine, CEO, Solar One
Samantha Maldonado, Reporter, THE CITY
First Air Date: 12/25/2025
Welcome to 'Sustainability Matters', a monthly show that explores climate change and its impact, renewable energies and sustainable practices in New York. We interview leading experts across diverse sustainability fields to showcase the latest innovations and emerging careers that will build a more sustainable future.
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Sustainable Gifting and Green Holidays | Sustainability Matters
The holiday season is a time for joy, connection, and sharing love with those who matter most. But what if you could extend that love to the planet, too? Join show host Tria Case for a special episode exploring how eco-friendly practices, sustainably sourced gift ideas, and small, thoughtful changes can deepen joy, transcend consumerism and reduce our carbon footprint in the process. Guests include: Sandra Goldmark, Author and Associate Dean at Columbia University’s Climate School; Gary Dusek, Micro-recycler and Founder of Precious Plastics; and Marissa D’Antoni, Environmental Program Specialist at the NYS Department of Environmental Conservation.
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Tape Date: 10/20/2025 First Air Date: 11/27/2025
Welcome to 'Sustainability Matters', a monthly show that explores climate change and its impact, renewable energies and sustainable practices in New York. We interview leading experts across diverse sustainability fields to showcase the latest innovations and emerging careers that will build a more sustainable future.
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Green Careers & Eco-Friendly Campus Moves | Sustainability Matters
Wondering where that class, club or internship on climate issues or sustainability can lead? On this episode, host Tria Case speaks with LaGuardia Community College farmers Chelsea Encababian and Brandon Parker - and Hunter College alum and eco-communicator Caera Beightol - on the spark that stared their green careers. Plus, Tria shares the trail she’s forged as CUNY's University Executive Director of Sustainability and Energy Conservation.
Guest List:
Caera Beightol, Eco-Communicator, Hunter College Alum, CUNY
Chelsea Encababian, Lecturer, Sustainable Urban Agriculture, LaGuardia Community College
Brandon Parker, Student, LaGuardia Community College
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Tape Date: 10/15/2025 First Air Date: 10/23/2025
Welcome to 'Sustainability Matters', a monthly show that explores climate change and its impact, renewable energies and sustainable practices in New York. We interview leading experts across diverse sustainability fields to showcase the latest innovations and emerging careers that will build a more sustainable future.
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About This Show
Tria Case hosts ‘Sustainability Matters’, a monthly show that explores climate change and its impact, renewable energies and sustainable practices in New York. We interview leading experts across diverse sustainability fields to showcase the latest innovations and emerging careers that will build a more sustainable future.
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Cows and Methane | Simply Science
One of the major causes of global warming is an overabundance in the atmosphere of methane. Or should we say “Moo-thane?"
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Simply Science explores the world of science and the impact it has on us. Whether it’s tech talk, medical marvels, going green or excellent exhibits; we’ll go beyond the headlines and deliver the science news you can use.
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Meteorite and Earth | Simply Science
Hollywood loves to frighten us with doomsday scenarios about asteroid and comet strikes. The good news is NASA is taking practical steps right now to keep space junk where it belongs — in space.
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Simply Science explores the world of science and the impact it has on us. Whether it’s tech talk, medical marvels, going green or excellent exhibits; we’ll go beyond the headlines and deliver the science news you can use.
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Tria Case
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