Sustainability talks that land.
Lottie Dalziel brings sustainability education to your organisation — in a way that skips the doom and gives people something real to act on.
"We want to inspire as many Australians as possible to reduce their ecological footprint." — Lottie Dalziel, Founder of Banish
Sustainability without the guilt trip
Lottie Dalziel started Banish in Sydney's Haymarket as a place where people could bring their hard-to-recycle items and walk away knowing where they ended up. It's grown into one of Australia's most recognised sustainability stores and the home of BRAD — the machine that turns soft plastics into new objects on the spot.
With a background in media and a career spent making sustainability feel doable rather than overwhelming, Lottie speaks in a way that meets people where they are. Her talks are practical and specific — no broad statements about saving the planet, just honest information about what your choices actually do.
She's delivered sessions for corporates, schools, community organisations and at public events across Australia, and gave a TEDx talk on the power of community in fighting climate change.
What Lottie talks about
Each session is adapted for your audience. These are the most popular starting points — all can be tailored for length, format and level of detail.
Steps to a Plastic-Free Home
The problem with plastic, including the Great Pacific Garbage Patch, told without the guilt. Lottie walks through simple swaps for each room in the home — practical, specific and actually doable.
Composting for Beginners
Australian households that compost could reduce their waste by around 40%. This talk covers how composting works and how to find the right approach for your situation — apartment or house.
Food Waste: The Costly Problem
One in five shopping bags ends up in the bin. This session covers shopping smarter, getting more from your pantry, extending the life of vegetables and freezing food without plastic.
The Slow Fashion Movement
The average Australian buys 27kg of clothing and throws away 24kg of textiles each year. Lottie covers how to make more conscious choices — the best fabrics, how to support ethical brands and what to do with what you already own.
Custom session
Have something specific in mind — recycling in the workplace, sustainability month, a new staff cohort? Lottie can tailor a session around your brief, add the Wasteless Workbook as a take-home resource, or bundle topics together for a longer format.
Beyond the talk
Lottie is available for a range of engagements beyond standard workshops and speaking sessions.
Public Speaking & Hosting
Conference keynotes, panel moderation, event hosting and MC work with a sustainability angle.
Ambassadorships
Long-term partnerships with brands and organisations aligned with Banish's sustainability values.
Content Creation
Social content, video and written material for brands wanting an authentic sustainability voice.
Media Appearances
TV, podcast and press appearances. Lottie is an experienced media commentator on sustainability topics.
Ready to book Lottie?
Fill out the form and we'll get back to you within 24–48 hours to discuss your event, audience and specific needs.
- Tailored to your brief
- Flexible formats — 30 mins to full day
- Available for corporates, schools & community groups
- Workshops can include take-home resources
Enquiry Form
Tell us about your event and we'll be in touch within 24–48 hours.