In this episode of Life on Planet A, we sit down with Austin Turpin, the innovative founder of FlipTech, a start-up tackling one of the planet’s fastest-growing environmental issues: electronic waste. Austin walks us through the inspiration behind the company and the e-waste problem it aims to solve.
We explore why e-waste matters — the environmental harm, greenhouse gas emissions, and the precious materials being discarded — and dig into the regulatory landscape in Australia, including how it compares to international standards. Austin shares the challenges he’s faced as a founder, his proudest milestones, and the leadership traits that have helped him thrive.
Whether you're a sustainability enthusiast, a budding entrepreneur, or just curious about what happens to your old electronics, this conversation offers a thought-provoking look at how innovative thinking can turn a problem into purpose.
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