Louis De Jaeger is an award-winning entrepreneur, filmmaker, author, and advocate working to protect the very ground we depend on - soil.
Founder of Commensalist and co-founder of the Food Forest Institute, he designs regenerative landscapes from small gardens to private islands and promotes large-scale edible forests that feed people while restoring nature.
In his latest book, “SOS: Save Our Soils”, Louis explores how soil health underpins human health and a thriving planet.
We discuss his bold campaigns - from persuading the King of Belgium to turn lawns into meadows, to launching a night train company - and why saving our soils is key to safeguarding our future.
Highlights: 09:21 Louis' Journey to Change Making 18:36 Understanding Food Forests and Their Benefits 27:30 Commensalist: Designing Sustainable Landscapes 29:10 Cultural Sensitivity in Global Collaboration 33:24 Challenges in Communication and Climate Adaptation 37:11 Impactful Moments in Environmental Activism 38:54 Motivation and Self-Care in a Busy World 41:59 Innovative Ventures and Learning from Experience 46:51 Finding the Right People for Your Team 51:41 Looking Ahead: Future Projects and Activism
Follow Louis here: www.louisdj.com & www.commensalist.com
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