Plastic, sustainability, and capitalism are often discussed in absolutes - but reality is far more complex. In this episode of DeKoder, we speak with @AnishMalpani, Founder & CEO of Without, a social enterprise transforming unrecyclable plastic waste and discarded textiles into high-quality engineering materials - while simultaneously creating dignified livelihoods for informal waste workers. This conversation goes beyond surface-level climate talk. We explore: - Why plastic isn’t inherently “evil” and where it becomes dangerous - The difference between greenwashing and the green gap - What real sustainability looks like beyond certifications - Circular manufacturing vs down-cycling - Why ethical capitalism must balance profit, people, and planet - How systems - not just individuals - need to change This is not a conversation about perfection. It’s about honesty, systems, and scale. Watch till the end for a nuanced, grounded take on sustainability that challenges popular narratives. #Sustainability #PlasticPollution #EthicalCapitalism #CircularEconomy #Greenwashing #ClimateExplained #SocialImpact #WasteManagement #DeKoder #EnvironmentMatters #ClimateConversation #IndiaSustainability #AnishMalpani #GenZ #GenZVoices

Re-upping an earlier #ClimateExplained piece about whether new/more roads reduce congestion and emissions. Short answer: new roads/more lanes attract new drivers, do little to reduce congestion and usually raise emissions theconversation.com/climate-… via @ConversationEDU

#Climateexplained: Why is the Arctic warming faster than other parts of the world? tribuneindia.com/news/scienc…

In the latest @ConversationEDU #ClimateExplained article, Dr @LauraRevellNZ explains that while rising carbon emissions won’t make Earth uninhabitable, it’s difficult to predict what the climate will do if a runaway greenhouse effect takes over #UCScience bit.ly/31Ubco8

In the latest #ClimateExplained series from @NZStuff, Professor Gary Mortimor @ProfRetail looks at whether consumers are willing to pay more for climate-friendly products. stuff.co.nz/environment/clim…

In #ClimateExplained @ConversationEDU: Prof @SimonKingham @UCNZEarthEnv @GeoHealthLab @UCNZ shares some surprising insights on how building and expanding motorways impacts congestion, emissions, driver behaviour and more 🚗🌏🌡 #ClimateChange theconversation.com/climate-…

In the latest #ClimateExplained article for @ConversationEDU, Professor @SimonKingham of @UCNZEarthEnv considers the real impact of building and expanding motorways when it comes to the reduction of congestion and emissions. @GeoHealthLab #UCScience bit.ly/2GzwIHI

Our intention to buy climate-friendly products does not always match our buying behaviour, especially when we pay more for such products, writes @ProfRetail in #ClimateExplained theconversation.com/climate-…

We have adapted to several climate changes since we started our migration out of Africa many thousands of years ago. But it won't be easy this time, and we'll need to leave old, unsustainable ways behind. #ClimateExplained by @FredSaltre @conservbytes: theconversation.com/climate-…

Absolute temperatures are expected to rise more slowly in the tropics than in higher latitudes and polar regions, but the combination of heat and rising humidity will make life more challenging. theconversation.com/climate-… #ClimateExplained @UCNZ

The Sun goes through periods of high and low activity but that's not the main concern when it comes to the causes of global warming, writes @nzcpe @MasseyUni in #ClimateExplained. theconversation.com/climate-…

What would the world be like if humans hadn't altered it so drastically by adding greenhouse gases to the atmosphere for over 200 years? On #ClimateExplained, Laura Revell discusses this idea for @ConversationEDU egu.eu/05UUNN/

In the latest article for @ConversationEDU , @NZstuff and @smcnz’s #ClimateExplained series, Professor @jamesshul1 considers what our planet may have looked like the last time Co2 levels were above 400 parts per million.🌏 bit.ly/2O1U2yd #UCScience

The drop in traffic during #COVID19 lockdowns reduced global emissions. If we keep encouraging cycling and working from home beyond the pandemic, our climate goals may become more achievable. #ClimateExplained @UCNZ theconversation.com/climate-…

Does your driving speed make any difference to your car’s emissions? It does, but there are many factors to consider. #ClimateExplained Learn more: theconversation.com/climate-…

While it's impossible to stop all extraction of fossil fuels now, renewable sources are already generating 25% of global electricity demand now and their contribution continues to grow. #ClimateExplained @NZStuff @MasseyUni theconversation.com/climate-…

Countries account for emissions based on all activities that happen within their territory, but this means countries that export more than they import will likely have higher per capita emissions. #ClimateExplained @NZStuff @MasseyUni theconversation.com/climate-…

A switch to electric transport is one of New Zealand's key climate strategies. It will increase demand on the national grid, but might also help increase renewable electricity generation. #ClimateExplained theconversation.com/climate-…

Buildings soak up the sun's heat, but research shows that white roofs and surfaces can reduce temperatures inside, particularly during heat waves theconversation.com/climate-… @ConversationEDU @NZStuff @smcnz #climateexplained @VicUniWgtn @UniversitiesNZ

. @hendysh answers a #climateexplained question about the how much air travel contributes to climate change in the middle of his #NoFlyTour to promote his #NoFly book theconversation.com/climate-…