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De Product Owner Podcast#149 | Product management met een duurzame missie | Ilse van Outersterp | EcochainIn deze aflevering bespreken we de groeiende rol van duurzaamheid binnen productmanagement en hoe dit je werk als Product Owner beïnvloedt. We gaan in op de uitdagingen en kansen die duurzaamheid met zich meebrengt, met waardevolle inzichten van Ilse, die jarenlange ervaring heeft in het werken aan duurzame producten. Wat drijft haar om hierin te werken en wat kunnen wij hiervan leren als Product Owners?
In deze aflevering hebben we het over: duurzaamheid in productmanagement, commercieel belang, duurzame productontwikkeling, strategische keuzes, Product Owner, drijfveren, uitdagingen, kansen, waardevolle inzichten.
Over deze podcast: In de Product O...2024-11-0631 min
The Scope 3 PodcastEp 13: Nationwide Building Society and EcochainNationwide Building Society is the world's largest building society, serving over 16 million members.
It’s a company taking its Scope 3 seriously. It has a goal to reduce its upstream Scope 3 emissions across categories 1, 2 and 4 by 42% by 2030. And these upstream emissions are around 80 times the emissions of Scope 1.
Leading the charge is the company’s Responsible Business Manager, Zara Williams. She’s fresh from picking up a CIPS award for Nationwide’s Commitment to supply chain decarbonisation. The judges (Ollie among them) particularly liked the firm’s efforts to establish new, proportionate, science-based target expectations for suppliers...2024-10-231h 01
Carbon Cli-MATESKnowledge is power Howdy, Welcome to the Twelfth episode of Carbon Climates. Today my guest is Ansu Mary Alex, a Concrete Technologist and KTP associate with Moore Concrete Products and Queens university Belfast. We talk about Ansus' amazing experience so far in the world of Science and Technology and both our experiences at the 30 under 30 climate changemakers Northern Ireland scheme operated by Keep Northern Ireland Beautiful. We always cover Accreditation and Chartership. Links to all sites talked about:Environmental Product Declaration (EPD) – The complete guide | EcochainMoore Concrete | Concrete Specialists | Agri Building Civil (moore-concrete.com)...2024-06-1830 min
Zona Franca de Barcelona¿Cómo avanzar hacia una nueva economía? BNEW 2023 | Zona Franca de BarcelonaEn este capítulo descubrimos algunas de la compañías participantes y que dan apoyo a la Barcelona New Economy Week 2023. Nos acompañan:
-Olga Escriu, Directora de Soluciones de Banca Empresas y Corporaciones de BBVA en Cataluña.
- Eva Rosell, General Manager de Barcelona Health Hub.
- José Maria Santos, Gerente Territorial de Instituciones y Negocio Hipotecario Arco Mediterráneo de Ibercaja.
- Ruth Russo, Brand Specialist en Ecochain.
BNEW es un evento B2B físico y digital que reúne eventos singulares de los sectores de Proptech, Industria Digital, Movilidad, Sostenibilidad, Talento, Salud y Experiencia. Todos ellos com...2023-09-2732 min
אלטרנטיבה || פודקאסט הקיימות של ישראלאלטרנטיבה #55☀️ // ארי בן דרור - החלבונים המהפכניים של העתידארי בן דרור, משנה למנכ״ל
GFI Israel - Israeli Foodtech Alternative Protein Solutions
ישראל במקום השני בהשקעות במוצרי בשר וחלב אלטרנטיביים \\ 454 מיליון דולר הושקעו בשנת 2022 בחברות ישראליות שמפתחות מוצרי בשר, עוף, דגים וחלב שאינם מן החי - כך עולה מהדוח השנתי של GFI ישראל. - https://www.ynet.co.il/digital/technews/article/sycuww1rj
לראשונה בישראל: רימילק קיבלה אישור לשיווק חלב שאינו מן החי - https://www.calcalist.co.il/local_news/article/sj100fcp7n
מתכון חלב מאגוזי לוז: https://www.hashulchan.co.il/%D7%9E%D7%AA%D7%9B%D7%95%D7%A0%D7%99%D7%9D/%D7%97%D7%9C%D7%91-%D7%90%D7%92%D7%95%D7%96%D7%99-%D7%9C%D7%95%D7%96/
גידול מזון צמחי מפיק פי 10-21 חלבון ליחידת שטח מ"ייצור" בשר - https://veg.co.il/blog/waste-of-resources/
האזרח האמריקאי הממוצע אכל כ-99 ק"ג בשר במהלך השנה, בעוד שבאוסטרליה, שניצבת במקום השני אוכלים כ-92 ק"ג בשר לנפש. ארגנטינה שנחשבת למולדת ה'אסאדו' במקום השלישי עם 90 ק"ג בממוצע לאדם ובמקום הרביעי נמצאת ישראל עם 88.5 ק"ג לשנה.
https://www.ice.co.il/research/news/article/801414
Life Cycle Assessment (LCA) – Complete Beginner’s Guide
https://ecochain.com/knowledge/life-cycle-assessment-lca-guide/
הוועידה השנתית ה-51 למדע ולסביבה מבית האגודה הישראלית לאקולוגיה ולמדעי הסביבה, הינה הכנס הסביבתי הגדול ביותר בישראל. השנה מתקיימת הוועידה באקספו תל אביב, ביתן 2 בתאריכים 12-13 ביולי, לפרטים נוספים והרשמה - https://conference.isees.org...2023-07-0641 min
sustainabiliMESustainable Product Labeling - Brand CertificationsOn this week's episode, we will continue to dive into sustainable product labeling with a focus on brand certifications. We will discuss B Corp, 1% for the Planet, Energy Star Partner, Climate Neutral Certified, and ISO 14001. Follow us on social media @sustainabiliME.pod Sources: B Corp: https://www.bcorporation.net/en-us/ https://www.businessinsider.com/b-corporation-b-lab-movement-and1-cofounder-2018-11 1% for the Planet: https://onepercentfortheplanet.org/model?hsLang=en Energy Star Partner: https://www.energystar.gov/buildings/resources_audience/service_product_providers/build_your...2023-02-0728 min
Speaking of Sustainability - The Impact ShowReal vs. Fake Christmas Tree: Which is More Sustainable?Every year around Christmas, we wonder... What happens to these millions of Christmas trees - after Christmas? What's the impact this has on our environment? Should we put up a fake Christmas tree instead?
Ecochain's two Christmas enthusiasts Zazala Quist and Host Hanni Larma answer the pressing question: Which tree is more sustainable? A real or a fake Christmas Tree?
In this episode:
What's the difference between a good fake Christmas tree you use for years vs cutting down a real tree every year?
Real vs. Fake Christmas Trees, where does the environmental impact...2022-12-1630 minSpeaking of Sustainability - The Impact ShowSustainability tips from the world's first circular denim brand: MUD Jeans.MUD jeans is considered a frontrunner in the sustainable fashion space by insiders and the public alike. But what really makes them such a standout in the industry?
To find out, we spoke to the man himself - Bert van Son the Founder and CEO of MUD Jeans. MUD Jeans being a client of Ecochain, we are very familiar with the measurement side of their sustainability, but we wanted to dig deeper. What do they do with this data and how do they operate sustainably?
In the episode:
What does it mean to be...2022-11-2325 minSpeaking of Sustainability - The Impact ShowEnergy Crisis: How to lower your company’s energy bill & environmental impactWith energy prices rising exponentially in Europe at the moment, companies are paying attention. Paying attention to what their energy usage will ultimately cost them. Luckily there are company’s who can help them in this journey to energy efficiency - such as our guest and Ecochain's partner Sensorfact. The silver lining? Energy efficiency will also lower your company’s environmental footprint.
With his head in the numbers, Sensorfact’s Founder and CEO Pieter Broekema was the perfect person for us to speak to on this topic.
In the episode:
How is the energy crises...2022-11-0922 min
Impact Lunch TalksChallenges and opportunities of becoming more sustainable - insights into the Sustainability Transformation at Idealo and Otto Group | #5Companies need to become more sustainable. And they need to deliver more than mere PR activities. These days companies are - or should be - on a path towards increasing their sustainability level. By doing so they will be able to not only reduce operational risk but will also tap into the potential of sustainable innovation and new business models to create and accelerate value (Source: Sustainability Maturity Path by PWC, adopted by Ecochain, 2020).
Becoming more sustainable, however, doesn’t happen overnight. It is a journey on which businesses will face various challenges along the way.
...2022-11-0427 minSpeaking of Sustainability - The Impact ShowWhat on Earth is a Life Cycle Assessment (LCA)?Life Cycle Assessment (LCA) is the scientific method for measuring the environmental footprint of your products. It’s often perceived as something ‘too complex’ & ‘academic’. Let’s make LCA accessible to businesses. So today we are breaking it down.
Our environmental specialist Emma Thunnissen has dealt with just about everything concerning LCA with our clients. That’s why we thought she was the perfect person for the task of explaining the ins and outs of LCA.
In the episode:
How does LCA work?
What kind of footprint results do you get?
How can you use your LCA res...2022-10-1829 minSpeaking of Sustainability - The Impact ShowThe two types of data in LCA - A Short IntroductionTo make an LCA you first need DATA on your product(s). But what kind of data, often comes up in the conversation. In this podcast episode, we will go through the two main types of data - primary and secondary data. And what's the difference between them in LCA?
So what kind of data do you actually need to make a Life Cycle Assessment (LCA) of your products? Think of the energy usage for your manufacturing and waste processes, data on your purchased & used raw materials, etc. Much data can be found in your own finance or...2022-09-2818 minSpeaking of Sustainability - The Impact ShowWhat sustainability claims can you make as a company? - Talking Transparency in Fashion.Navigating the world of sustainability claims has become hard work. When can you claim what and how do we know when claims are legitimate? Our consensus: It comes down to transparency. Companies must show their sustainability data, detail their methods of measuring AND talk about their failures.
We spoke to Femke Lotgerink the sustainability manager of O My Bag, to find out her thoughts on the topic. With her sustainability expertise came a strong commitment to transparency. And a willingness to admit the sustainability actions that still require progress at O My Bag. Sustainability is a multifaceted...2022-08-2424 minSpeaking of Sustainability - The Impact ShowThe impact of our daily fashion choices- How to design for durability.Have you ever thought about the environmental impact sitting in your closet? Yes, clothing can still have an impact even when it leaves the factory or shop shelves. This is called the ‘use phase’ of a product. Something our guest Olof Hoverfält is very familiar with.
Olof conducted an extensive study where he documented EVERY single piece of clothing he wore every day (for 3 years!!) - And monitored the amount he used each piece. This taught him a thing or two about the value and environmental impact of the clothing we use. At Ecochain we have seen...2022-08-0443 minSpeaking of Sustainability - The Impact Show#GotData Webinar 1: Data Collection for Environmental FootprintingEcochain Webinar series #GotData. This is the first webinar in our new monthly webinar series #GotData. Every month we will discuss another topic in environmental footprinting with our own Environmental Specialists and inspiring guests. From practical topics on footprinting (data collection, how to model products, analyzing footprint results, etc.) to real-life examples & insights from companies embracing their sustainability journey. We got you covered - Stay tuned!
GotData - Webinar 1: How to do Data Collection in Environmental Footprinting - With Ieke Bak, Environmental Specialist at Ecochain Data on your usages & emissions, utilities, transport, ingredients, etc. Mea...2022-07-2738 minSpeaking of Sustainability - The Impact ShowHow to take the environment seriously in tough industries - Example from Emma Safety Footwear.With EMMA Safety Footwear’s passion for creating a safe working environment for its customers and having social sustainability at its core, it only made sense that sustainability was the logical next step in their business practices.
They had already implemented many sustainable improvements in their manufacturing processes & supply chain. But, lacked measurable environmental insights on the effectiveness of these initiatives. So - they measured the environmental footprint of their shoes with Ecochain Mobius.
To find out about how and what they discovered we had a chat with Iris van Wanrooij, the Program Manager of CS...2022-07-1422 min
Speaking of Sustainability - The Impact ShowHow audio lifestyle brand Skullcandy battles the E-Waste crisis.We're accustomed to getting 'new' and ‘improved’ electronic products at a fast pace. Companies are racing to create the next best thing, so they don’t lose out on business. Is it time we re-evaluate the definition of 'new' and 'improved'? Jessica Klodnicki, Chief Marketing Officer at Skullcandy definitely thinks so. One of the biggest problems? Batteries.
Audio lifestyle brand Skullcandy’s employees & customer base are made up of passionate outdoor enthusiasts. They care about the health of our planet and it hurts them to see its current condition. An emotion that reflects in their way of doing bu...2022-06-0134 minSpeaking of Sustainability - The Impact ShowHow Supply Chain Data Helps Make the Complex Fashion Industry Less ComplexBy now it’s pretty obvious - but the fashion and textile industries are one of the BIGGEST polluters of all. We need transparency and sustainable product improvements to happen and fast. Whether it’s to answer consumer demand or keep up with new legislation (Such as the EU Textile Directive), fashion is in a state of transformation. But change is not always easy. Supply chain data collection, particularly in the fashion & textile industry, can be a bit of a pain.
With over 10 years of experience in the fashion industry Jolanda Kooi, Co-Founder of tex.tracer is the...2022-05-1028 minSpeaking of Sustainability - The Impact ShowHow to use Ecodesign to Stay Relevant in a Changing Market.Product design has a HUGE impact on the environment, and here’s why. We are constantly using an array of different products. Some last us years and years. Some get thrown away within a few months. Some are repairable. Some are only used once. You get the picture. All of these design choices have pretty direct impact on the environment around us. And legislation is catching up to this reality. The EU has recently announced several proposals for Ecodesign requirements. But waiting for legislation to kick-in, might just mean you will fall behind.
Michiel Cornelissen from our pa...2022-04-2828 minSpeaking of Sustainability - The Impact ShowHow To Sustainably Innovate Products - And Make It Profitable.Our daily lives revolve around the use of different products. We wake up to an alarm clock, we get dressed in our clothing, we rush to get breakfast from the fridge. But how are all of these products designed? AND more importantly how can they be innovated to fit the modern need for sustainability - while also being profitable for the company?
With his expertise on sustainable product design our guest Felix Arand from Zuehlke talks to us about his tips and tricks on how to get started.
In the episode:
Why sustainable product...2022-04-2024 minSpeaking of Sustainability - The Impact ShowHow To Tackle SDG's and Create A Killer Sustainability Report: Practical ExamplesA governmental agreement - but one that COMPANIES will have to fulfil. A collective set of goals that will benefit each and everyone of us. We are talking about the UN Sustainable Developments Goal's (SDG’s) of course. A topic our guest Tuuli-Anna Tiuttu is very familiar with and will explain how you can apply them in your sustainability strategy. And she will also help you to effectively communicate this progress to your stakeholders. And not the boring way!
With her extensive work in the field of translating governmental initiatives to sustainability action plans, Tuuli-Anna Tiuttu CEO of...2022-04-1326 minSpeaking of Sustainability - The Impact ShowFrom Information to Impact: How Sustainability Reports Can Stand Out.Ok - you’ve done the hard work and calculated your environmental footprint. But now what?
What can you actually do with the results? We speak with one of our partners Nexio Projects to hear the ins and outs of utilising your data - AND building a sustainability report that catches peoples attention.
In the episode:
What are the first steps to take in building an impact reduction strategy;
How to create a killer sustainability report;
And why quality data is better than more data.
Keep update wi...2022-03-3022 minSpeaking of Sustainability - The Impact Show4 Arguments Against Climate Action - And How To Counter them!Ever heard someone in your company say ‘Yes, climate change is a big problem, but it’s not up to us to fix it, others produce more emissions than us.’
Or how about ‘Technology will happen eventually and fix our problems. So we can carry on as usual!
We know these responses to sustainable action- and they are understandable. Because it's not an easy peasy lemon squeezy kind of responsibility we're talking about here.
Yet- in saving our planet, these responses only cause delays in sustainable action. So, it's crucial we understand them & know how t...2022-03-0424 minSpeaking of Sustainability - The Impact ShowHow To Do Carbon Offsetting Right - It Might Surprise You.Carbon offsetting at times gets a bad reputation. And for good reason.
But - If done correctly it can be a very beneficial aspect of your sustainability strategy!
That being said, there are a few crucial steps to take even before endeavouring into a carbon reduction project.
In this conversation we speak to Alessandra Souroujon the Senior Analyst Strategy and Development at ClimateSeed. A carbon offsetting company who aim to make the carbon market more transparent and beneficial for everyone.
In this episode:
The first 2 steps BEFORE carbon offsetting
What makes...2022-03-0430 minSpeaking of Sustainability - The Impact ShowA Danish Furniture Design Brand on Essentials of Sustainable Product Innovation.A furniture design brand that has always pride themselves on the longevity of their products. Now Fritz Hansen is ready to take their sustainability efforts to the next level.
As everyday use products, to make furniture more sustainable is an essential step. And Fritz Hansen agrees.
We speak to Morten Lund Petersen a sustainability manager, with years of experience leading a consumer brand to a more sustainable path.
In the episode:
How do they approach innovation in materials used in their products?
Why data management is big part of his job.
What...2022-02-2225 minSpeaking of Sustainability - The Impact ShowNational Geographic Expedition Scientist's Shocking Research on Plastic PollutionPlastic pollution is a global crisis. It risks the future of our planet's health. But what can we do about it?
To find out we speak with Dr. Imogen Napper, an expedition scientist for National Geographic.
She has investigated plastic pollution all over the the world, from the Ganges River to Mount Everest. We speak about her incredible research results and how we can tackle this issue, on both an individual and industry level.
In the episode:
What does the research tell us?
Why plastic might not be the evil we make...2022-02-1028 minSpeaking of Sustainability - The Impact ShowThe Danger of Sustainability Bubbles and How to Fix ThemOrganizations often struggle with effectively communicating the urgency and underlying motives behind their sustainable developments to employees.
But, why is that?
One of the factors that decrease the successful implementation of sustainability- is that top management often perceives sustainability to be something too academic or high-level for other employees to understand.
So- they keep it within their own team/or relevant stakeholders who they feel do understand and don't involve other employees.
Hence the sustainability bubble.
In the episode my colleagues Toby Lipsch and Zazala Quist explain:
Why...2022-02-0222 minSpeaking of Sustainability - The Impact ShowYumeko CEO Rob van den Dool on the Future of the Textile IndustryThe textile industry is one of the worlds big polluters. The good news is there are companies out there looking for solutions.
As founder & CEO of Dutch bedding company Yumeko- our guest Rob van den Dool wants to revolutionize the textile industry.
In this episode?
What are the main sustainable developments in the market?
What are the impact reduction measures that need to be made in the textile industry?
How to make sustainable fabrics scalable?
Why re-examining the way we produce products is crucial?
Find out more on Yumeko and Rob on his...2022-01-2626 minSpeaking of Sustainability - The Impact ShowNASA Climate Scientist Dr. Kimberly Miner On Climate Change and Its Risks & Opportunities For BusinessesIn a changing world, businesses must understand their own position and how to best navigate it. You may have heard the term 'future proofing'. Well Dr. Kimberly Miner from NASA gives us a whole new perspective for just why it's so important to harness. 2022-01-2024 minSpeaking of Sustainability - The Impact ShowInside CSRD Tips From EU's Head of Corporate Reporting Alain DeckersThe CSRD will improve and replace the European Union's current Non-Financial Reporting Directive (NFRD).
Companies will have to publicly disclose detailed and transparent information on how sustainability issues.How can companies prepare for the Corporate Sustainability Directive (CSRD)?
This and more answered in this in-depth interview with Alain Deckers, Head of Unit, Corporate Reporting at the European Commission. He speaks with Ecochain's Hanni Larma to answer all your pressing questions.
CSRD FAQ Article: https://ecochain.com/knowledge/comply...
EFRAG webpage: https://www.efrag.org/News/Project-48...
Alain Deckers: https://www.li...2022-01-2023 min
The Wall Street ResourceMechanical Technology, Incorporated (MKTY) Michael Toporek, CEOMechanical Technology is the parent company of MTI Instruments, Inc.and EcoChain, Inc. Through EcoChain, MTI develops cryptocurrency miningfacilities powered by renewable energy that integrate with the blockchainnetwork. Through MTI Instruments, MTI is engaged in the design, manufacture andsale of test and measurement instruments and systems that use a comprehensivearray of technologies to solve complex, real-world applications in numerousindustries. Those include manufacturing, electronics, semiconductor, solar,commercial and military aviation, automotive and data storage.2021-10-2628 min
The Green Quest | BNR# 12 ABN AMRO koppelt duurzaamheidsdata aan financiële dataIn The Green Gallery beschrijft ABN AMRO hoe de bank het bedrijfsleven helpt om financiële doelen en duurzaamheidsdoelen te verenigen. Dit doen ze door middel van een tool van Ecochain die inzicht geeft in data over milieu-impact en financiële gevolgen. Sector-analist industrie en energie Alexander Goense licht toe hoe ze deze software gebruiken.2019-11-1821 min
Customer Success WeeklyThe pitfalls of measuring sustainability - #03 with Boudewijn Mos, EcochainEcochain is on the forefront of making sustainability actionable: With their SaaS solution, companies can model their supply chain and measure and reduce the emissions of their company efficiently. You'd think that the sustainability community was joyful when they launched their innovative solution - but instead, they were their fiercest opponents.
In this episode, we talk about the foundation of how sustainability gets measured, how Ecochain build a solution around this and how they scaled their market share and team.
More links:
ecochain.com
rootsandroads.io2019-09-2336 minThe Green Quest | BNR#1 Ecochain: Google op milieu-gebiedMeet The Green Team in deze eerste aflevering van The Green Quest. En Boudewijn Mos van Ecochain presenteert de innovatie van het eerste bedrijf in the Green Gallery.2018-09-0321 min