Lesley Lammers
Lesley Lammers is a freelance writer and green living enthusiast based in San Francisco. Prior to committing herself fulltime to journalism, she advocated sustainable agriculture, clean water and healthy fisheries at Environmental Defense Fund.
Her writing focuses on finding the connections between the environment, food and social justice. Lesley has written for The New York Times as well as Environmental Defense Fund’s Oceans Program blog, EDFish.
Posts by Lesley Lammers
Carolina Miranda, Founder of Cultivating Capital, speaks about harnessing the entrepreneurial power of women-owned businesses and consulting them to be leaders in sustainability practices and online marketing practices…
In a conversation with Nancy Roberts, Co-Founder of The Idea Hive, I learned why this group of green MBAs approaches sustainability not as though it is a mountain to climb, but rather a way of life… LL: Tell me about the founding vision of The Idea Hive and how the company was started? NR: All [...]
Amanda MacLean, President and Founder of Imagine the Power, describes herself as the “green facilitator” and elaborates on how her innovative consulting business is helping non-profits, small companies and startups become more successful and sustainable at the same time…
In a dialogue with Timothy Nichols, Head Host of Hub Bay Area, I was enlightened as to the power of collaboration and how an innovative co-working space such as the Hub is supporting social and environmental entrepreneurs so that they may grow and thrive…
In an interview with Lisa Leighton, CEO of Earth’s Flame Inc., I discovered what makes their retrofit wood-burning fireplace substantially reduce emissions and why this technology just might be the green future of the fireplace…
In a recent interview, William Acevedo, Green Business Practice Group leader at Wendel, Rosen, Black & Dean LLP illuminated why sustainability is a culture change, not a fad, and explored how his firm is leading the green revolution in law… LL: What advice do you have for others in your industry who are trying to [...]
In a recent chat with Graphic Designer Emily Sarrazin, she spoke candidly about the challenges of choosing clients when freelancing in a tough economy while still trying to remain true to one’s values of sustainability…
After a chat with Zach Berke, Founder and CEO of Exygy Web + Mobile, I learned how technology can be used to as a tool to support sustainability-focused innovators and social entrepreneurs…
In a recent conversation with John Cunningham, DDS, President of Direct Dental Administrators, he shared his philosophy on how transparency and honesty are the foundation for a sustainable business…
Founder of Vee Horticulture, Vanessa Kuemmerle, gives us the breakdown on urban gardening, swearing off gas-powered machines, and why it’s important as a sustainable business to stick to your guns…