Did you know that transitioning to a fully electric home can reduce your carbon footprint and lower energy bills? This week on Room by Room: The Home Organization Science Insights Podcast, host Sabrina Oktavelia sits down with David Roche to explore practical tips for making your home more energy-efficient and sustainable.

David Roche is the Research Director of Strategic Energy Collaborations at the Institute for Sustainable Futures (ISF), University of Technology, Sydney. With over 25 years of experience in renewable energy systems and energy efficiency, David Roche is passionate about renewable energy and is an advocate for transitioning homes to use renewable energy.

In this episode, David Roche reveals various ways to transition to a fully electric home, from easy fixes like upgrading to energy-efficient appliances to more significant upgrades, such as switching from gas to electric induction cooktops.

Together, Sabrina and David Roche explore smart home technology for effective energy management, along with emerging innovations like Vehicle-to-Grid (V2G) systems, which could allow electric vehicles to power homes in the future. So, tune in to this episode to learn how to reduce energy consumption and start transitioning to an electricity-powered home today!

Follow David Roche’s work: https://profiles.uts.edu.au/David.Roche.

Connect with David Roche via LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/david-roche-au/

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Want a greener, more energy efficient home without sacrificing style? This week on Room by Room: The Home Organization Science Insights Podcast, host Marie Stella consults civil engineering lecturer Dr. Krishanu Roy for advice on the best design modifications that make a space more functional, beautiful, and eco-friendly.

Currently teaching civil engineering at the University of Waikato, Dr. Krishanu Roy has previously held stints at leading engineering firm for underground structures Geodata Spa, as well as leading supplier of steel products Kiwi Steel Holdings. His research interests involve the fire performance of cold-formed steel structures, as well as the sustainability and life cycle analysis of structures.

In this episode, Dr. Krishanu Roy sheds light on the various ways in which a home’s design features may impact the environment, from carbon dioxide emissions to toxic gas release. He outlines the three most popular design materials—timber, steel, and concrete—and elaborates on their environmental advantages and disadvantages.

Together, Marie and Dr. Krishanu Roy discuss possible eco-friendly design modifications for homeowners and renters alike. So, tune in this week to discover how small changes, be it energy-efficient lighting or eco-conscious furnishing, can lead to huge impacts on the environment!

Follow Dr. Krishanu Roy’s work: University of Waikato: https://profiles.waikato.ac.nz/kris.roy Google Scholar: https://scholar.google.com/citations?user=Z6K8AoQAAAAJ&hl=en Research Gate: https://www.researchgate.net/profile/Krishanu-Roy

Connect with Dr. Krishanu Roy via: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/krishanu.roy.56/

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Kids thrive in safe and organized homes, where every object has its place. This week on Room by Room: The Home Organization Science Insights Podcast, host Marie Stella turns to business lecturer Dr. Taghreed Hikmet for advice on reining in clutter and staying tidy with little ones around.

Based at the Auckland University of Technology, Dr. Taghreed Hikmet is a senior lecturer in International Business Management, Entrepreneurship, and Strategy. Having co-written an article on The Conversation about home and kids organization, Taghreed is a dedicated professional with a rich background spanning over two decades in the business world. Impressively, she holds a Ph.D. and MBA in Operations Management and MBus, and has leveraged her knowledge from both ends to establish valuable connections.

In this episode, Dr. Taghreed Hikmet defines kids' organization as a system that teaches the young ones responsibility, elaborating that, for instance, lower shelving rather than high shelving makes items accessible to children. She reveals common safety hazards and various child developmental stages parents should know when organizing a home with the little ones in mind.

Together, Marie and Dr. Taghreed Hikmet discuss key organizational approaches that prove to be particularly effective for parents and children alike. So, tune in this week for kid-friendly parenting advice and clever storage solutions!

Check Dr. Taghreed Hikmet’s works: Auckland University of Technology: https://academics.aut.ac.nz/taghreed.hikmet The Conversation: https://theconversation.com/feeling-controlled-by-the-chaos-in-your-home-4-ways-to-rein-in-clutter-and-stay-tidy-212689 Stuff: https://www.stuff.co.nz/life-style/homed/living/300977613/feeling-controlled-by-chaos-in-your-home-4-sciencebacked-ways-to-rein-in-clutter

Connect with Dr. Taghreed Hikmet via: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/taghreed-hikmet-869347a/

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Did you know that a cluttered home can contribute to stress, reduce productivity, and even impact overall well-being? This week on Room by Room: The Home Organization Science Insights Podcast, host Sabrina Oktavelia sits down with Oluwaseyi Popogbe, Ph.D. to discuss the crucial role of sanitation in maintaining a functional and harmonious home.

As a seasoned Economics lecturer and researcher with over a decade of academic experience, Oluwaseyi Popogbe, Ph.D. specializes in Development Economics, Environmental Economics, and Monetary Economics. Her work sheds light on the vulnerabilities of the urban poor, highlighting the impact of limited education, health challenges, and inadequate living standards on sanitation and home organization.

In this episode, Sabrina and Oluwaseyi Popogbe, Ph.D. dive into the importance of shared responsibility in keeping a home clutter-free. They explore how a lack of understanding of sanitation, especially in lower-income households, can contribute to declining living conditions. Additionally, they discuss actionable strategies for creating an organized home, including seeking support for those who struggle with cleaning—such as individuals with mental health challenges—so they can eventually maintain their space independently.

Tune in to this episode for practical insights on turning home organization into a collective effort and fostering a healthier, more organized living space!

Follow Oluwaseyi Popogbe, Ph.D.’s work: Orcid: https://orcid.org/my-orcid?orcid=0000-0002-1393-7121 Google Scholar: https://scholar.google.com/citations?user=fZigS38AAAAJ&hl=en

Connect with Oluwaseyi Popogbe, Ph.D. via the following platform: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/seyipops/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/oluwaseyi-omowunmi-popogbe/

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Did you know that the average U.S. household throws away about 32% of the food it buys? This week on Room by Room: The Home Organization Science Insights Podcast, host Marie Stella interviews environmental engineer Belinda Li on what households can do to limit their food waste by reusing or repurposing them.

Specializing in solid waste management and food system planning, Belinda Li employs holistic and innovative approaches to solving complex challenges, leveraging her interdisciplinary background in engineering, data analysis, research, global development, and community engagement. On a mission to create a sustainable and just food system, Belinda Li is the co-founder of Food Systems Lab as well as principal engineer at her very own Mei Mee Consulting Inc.

In this episode, Belinda Li elaborates on the environmental and economical implications of food waste, from the forfeited efforts of the supply chain, to large contributions to greenhouse gases. Additionally, she reveals that viewing it simply as ‘food’ rather than ‘food waste’ or ‘scraps’ can help immensely in reframing food waste perspectives.

Together, Marie and Belinda Li look at various ways to incorporate old or leftover foods into new dishes. So, tune in to this episode to learn more about revolutionizing your approach to kitchen scraps!

Follow Belinda Li’s work: https://foodsystemslab.ca

Connect with Belinda Li via the following platform: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/libel/

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With rising costs and global warming concerns, we seek home improvements that will achieve maximum energy savings. So, this week on Room by Room: The Home Organization Science Insights Podcast, host Sabrina Oktavelia consults Director, Architect, and Program Lead—Healthy Environments Kerryn Wilmot on what it takes to have an energy-efficient house.

Kerryn Wilmot has an extensive background and has worked as a Research Director, Architect, and Healthy Environments Program Lead at the University of Technology Sydney. Kerryn drives research on smart cities and healthy urban environments at ISF, specializing in sustainability, urban health, and regenerative design. She’s also renowned for leading the pioneering 60L Green Building project in Melbourne, a Banksia Award-winning development that redefined sustainable commercial architecture.

Kerryn Wilmot has an extensive background and has worked as a Research Director, Architect, and Healthy Environments Program Lead at the University of Technology Sydney. Kerryn drives research on smart cities and healthy urban environments at ISF, specializing in sustainability, urban health, and regenerative design. She’s also renowned for leading the pioneering 60L Green Building project in Melbourne, a Banksia Award-winning development that redefined sustainable commercial architecture.

In this episode, Kerryn Wilmot informs that there are different ways to achieve maximum energy savings. She emphasized the importance of properly putting away energy-hungry old appliances such as refrigerators and ACs that take most of our electricity bills. Additionally, she also mentions strategically utilizing our electronics to avoid peak hours i.e. hot summer afternoons, and utilizing solar energy during those times if we have solar panels installed.

See Kerryn Wilmot’s profile: https://profiles.uts.edu.au/Kerryn.Wilmot

Connect with Kerryn Wilmot via the following platforms: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kerryn-wilmot-0119b213

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Living with ADHD can present unique challenges when it comes to maintaining an organized home, let alone with little ones wreaking havoc. So, this week on Room by Room: The Home Organization Science Insights Podcast, host Marie Stella consults ADHD coach Liz Welshman on what it takes to keep an ADHD family home clutter-free.

Through a strengths-based coaching approach that asks “what’s right” rather than “what’s wrong,” Liz Welshman works with adults and students with ADHD who have grown weary of their executive skill challenges getting in the way of their brilliance. Having faced her executive function challenges, Liz went on to study as an ADHD coach via the ADD Coaching Academy in New York to help others live peacefully with the disorder.

In this episode, Liz Welshman asserts that home organization systems are not one-size-fits-all. She reveals that, before attempting to organize, an important point to reflect on is personal beliefs on how a house should work. Additionally, Liz stresses the vitality of taking a child’s abilities into account and meeting them where they are.

Together, Marie and Liz Welshman weigh various decluttering and organization techniques and systems that have proved effective for individuals and families with ADHD. So, tune in for an episode chock full of expert guidance and personal anecdotes on maintaining a clutter-free ADHD home.

Follow Liz Welshman’s work: https://lizwelshman.com/

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