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State of SustainabilitySoS #47: Sustainability Layoffs & Restructures: What’s Really Going On?We've been hearing whispers about this trend for months, and now it's time to address it head-on: sustainability teams across major corporations are being restructured, downsized, or absorbed into other departments. In this episode, we dive into this critical shift that's affecting sustainability professionals worldwide. We cover:The dramatic shift from the sustainability hiring boom of 2-3 years ago to today's restructuring waveWhich sustainability roles are most vulnerable (hint: it's not who you might think)Where sustainability functions are being relocated within organisational structuresWhether this integration is actually good for sustainability's long-term impactPractical advice for navigating your career...2025-05-0825 min
State of SustainabilitySoS #46: A Farmer's Truth About Sustainable AgricultureWhat does “sustainable agriculture” look like from a farmer’s perspective?Saif Hameed sits down with Adam Henkel, a 7th-generation farmer and 3rd-generation conservationist from Illinois. They break down:The true meaning of sustainability on the farmBridging the farmer-corporate gapEasy wins vs real challenges in practiceHow corporations and sustainability professionals can help2025-05-0124 min
State of SustainabilitySoS #45: Has the Sustainability Bubble Burst? In short… yes. But is that really a bad thing?In this week’s episode, we ask whether the hype around sustainability is deflating, and what that means for progress.We dive into the latest headlines:Is the UK on the brink of scaling back its climate ambitions?Are we stuck in a loop of ever-rising energy demand?What's next for sustainability-linked executive pay?PLUS: A climate tech reality check. Is climate tech entering its "trough of disillusionment"? Saif unpacks why corporate budgets are tightening, which solutions are struggling, and what clim...2025-04-2436 min
State of SustainabilitySoS #44: Trump’s Tariffs: Derailing Climate Progress?This week’s headlines:Trump’s Tariff’s and the climate fall outSoaring commodity prices and what to doJust Stop Oil to disband - victory or retreat?PLUS: Our how-to segment tackles a question many of you have asked: how to run a board meeting that secures sustainability buy in.Got a question for the next ‘How-To’ segment? Join and drop us a message in the State of Sustainability Community: https://altruistiq.com/state-of-sustainability/community2025-04-1732 min
State of SustainabilitySoS #43: Building the World’s Largest Corporate Coral Reef Restoration ProgramWhat does it take to build a successful coral reef restoration program? In this episode, Saif Hameed dives into SHEBA®’s groundbreaking coral restoration program with Mars’ Chief Marine Scientist Prof. David Smith and SHEBA®’s Global VP of Marketing Mindy Barry. Points covered:Business + Science = Impact: How applying process engineering to conservation created unprecedented restoration scaleProject set up: Why success starts with understanding local needs, empowering communities, and tailoring interventions to contextMeasuring what matters: Beyond basic coral counts, why and how the team tracks ecosystem health, skills transfer, and ROI.Practical takeaways: Consumer insights, cross-team collaboration, and stakehol...2025-04-1033 min
State of SustainabilitySoS #42: Plastic: The Most Sustainable Packaging?Plastic: The Most Sustainable Packaging?In the high-stakes world of sustainable packaging, incremental change isn't enough. Join Saif Hameed and Melissa Brice, Senior Sustainability Manager at Amcor, a global leader in sustainable packaging as they unpack the complex landscape of plastic decarbonisation.Key Insights:The true carbon impact of plastic vs. other packaging materialsThe hidden trade-offs between recyclability, emissions, and functionalityWhy recycling systems struggle and how EPR can helpInnovations transforming packaging, from light-weighting to full recyclabilityHow businesses can navigate legislation and consumer expectationsListen now to rethink your approach to sustainable packaging.2025-04-0326 min
State of SustainabilitySoS #41: How to Master EUDRIn today’s episode we tackle two critical market signals:The SEC's dramatic climate disclosure rollback and what it means for corporate transparencyThe Net Zero Banking Alliance's retreat from 1.5°C commitments and if financial institutions are losing their climate ambitionThen we break down the EU Deforestation Regulation essentials:Who's affected and compliance timelinesGeolocation data requirements and verification challengesImplementation strategies across different commodity sectorsNavigating smallholder farmer relationshipsLeveraging compliance data for strategic advantageIf you’re navigating EUDR, sustainability reporting, or just trying to keep up with shifting regulations, this one’s for you. Tune in!2025-03-2039 min
State of SustainabilitySoS #40: Supplier Engagement: Lessons from the Front LinesTired of "supply chain engagement" programs that generate more surveys than carbon reductions?In our latest episode, Saif Hameed and Beth Jones (Supply Chain Decarbonisation Lead, Altruistiq) cut through the hype to outline a framework for real impact:Align before action: Bridge internal agendas and make procurement central—they understand the supplier relationships.Evolve data, don't overhaul: Progress from compliance surveys to product carbon footprints - without specific PCF components, you're collecting numbers, not insights.Integrate commercials: Embed carbon into procurement metrics (e.g., “The Three C’s: Cost, Cash, Carbon), rather than treating as a side i...2025-03-1326 min
State of SustainabilitySoS#39: Are Generic Emission Factors Over?Emission Factors (EFs), as we know them, are over. Bold statement? Maybe. True? Absolutely (in our opinion). In this episode, we break down why traditional emission factors are rapidly being replaced by Product Carbon Footprints (PCFs) and what this shift means for businesses.The limitations of traditional emission factorsWhy PCFs provide more accurate, supplier-specific dataWhere businesses need to focus their efforts as PCFs scale upKey considerations when transitioning from EFs to PCFs2025-02-2733 min
State of SustainabilitySoS#38: Bridging Finance and Sustainability: HEINEKEN’S Blueprint In this episode, Saif Hameed and Kathryn McLeod, Head of ESG Reporting at The HEINEKEN Company, discuss practical approaches for transforming sustainability commitments into funded realities. They explore how to:Improve finance - sustainability collaboration:Strategic governance frameworks that drive effective reporting and collaborationBattle-tested approaches for building credibility with finance teamsPractical tools for embedding sustainability expertise in finance operationsMaster sustainable finance:Success factors for securing and maximising sustainability budgetsHow to handle budget cuts and mid-year financial reviewsProven metrics and tools that make the business case stick - even without immediate returnsWho...2025-02-2031 min
State of SustainabilitySoS#37: The Strongest Arguments for Sustainability In today’s episode, we dive into the shifting world of sustainability and its clash with capitalism. We’ll cover:Sustainability & Capitalism: Can they coexist in today’s unapologetic capitalist system?Why Sustainability is Under Fire: Criticisms and confusion—what’s fuelling the backlash?The Business Case: Why sustainability is essential for business—resource scarcity, regulation, and more.Reframing for Leaders: How can sustainability leaders better align with business goals?Strategic Priorities: What should CSOs focus on over the next 5 years to ensure long-term success?2025-02-1328 min
State of SustainabilitySoS#37: Bridging Finance and Sustainability: HEINEKEN’S BlueprintIn this episode, Saif Hameed and Kathryn McLeod, Head of ESG Reporting at The HEINEKEN Company, discuss practical approaches for transforming sustainability commitments into funded realities. They explore how to:Improve finance - sustainability collaboration:Strategic governance frameworks that drive effective reporting and collaborationBattle-tested approaches for building credibility with finance teamsPractical tools for embedding sustainability expertise in finance operationsMaster sustainable finance:Success factors for securing and maximising sustainability budgetsHow to handle budget cuts and mid-year financial reviewsProven metrics and tools that make the business case stick - even without immediate returnsWho...2025-02-1331 min
State of SustainabilitySoS#36: Should You Set Science-Based Targets?In today’s episode, we discuss the future of Science Based Targets (SBTs) - whether they’re still relevant, what’s going wrong and what alternatives are out there. Tune in as we explore:What’s really happening with the Science-Based Targets InitiativeWhat changes are needed to restore confidence in SBTsAlternatives to target-setting that are gaining tractionPredictions for the future of SBTs in 2025. Companies that are most likely to pull out2025-02-0623 min
State of SustainabilitySoS #35: Decarbonising ManufacturingIn this episode, Saif Hameed is joined by Colin Browne, CEO of Cascale and former COO of Under Armour, for a no-nonsense conversation on the apparel industry's sustainability shift. Colin shares key leadership and collaboration strategies for driving this change.What you'll learn:Effective leadership principles: Tips for preparing to meet with your CEO on sustainability — what to consider and how to get buy-in.Decarbonise manufacturing: The optimal brand partnership approach to accelerate decarbonisation with manufacturers, without bogging them down with excessive audits.The new supply chain: How to rethink sourcing and supply chain design with sm...2025-01-3028 min
State of SustainabilitySoS #34: 2025 Sustainability Data Management Big BetsAs 2025 approaches, the landscape of climate data management is evolving rapidly. In this episode, we unpack two big bets and two red herrings that sustainability professionals need to know about:Big bets for 2025:Emission factors will become commoditised: Expect new databases to emerge as EF providers overprice their offerings.Data security will drive siloes: As accuracy improves, stricter data sharing policies will fragment data access.Red herrings to avoid:Generative AI will fix everything: Don’t buy the hype.Real-time data is a must: Weekly or monthly data is far more practical....2025-01-2333 min
State of SustainabilitySoS #33: Data, Farmers, and Product Innovation: Maia Reed on Scope 3In this episode, we sit down with Maia Reed, Global Climate Data Lead at Mars Petcare, to explore how one of the world's largest companies is tackling carbon reduction within agriculture supply chains.What you’ll learn:Setting Up Carbon Reduction Projects: Insights into leveraging supplier relationships to overcome implementation challenges.Bridging Data Gaps: Tackling data scarcity with tailored management approaches and grassroots solutions.Balancing Compliance vs. Impact: Navigating the trade-offs between inventory and intervention strategies.Empowering Farmers: Using carbon insights to improve livelihoods and inform sustainable sourcing.Innovation in Action: Embedding sustainability into R&D, wi...2025-01-1634 min
State of SustainabilitySoS #32: 2024 Corporate Sustainability UnwrappedSaif Hameed explores the biggest announcements, trends, successes and failures of 2024. He breaks down:The explosive growth of Product Carbon Footprints (PCFs) and their impact on supply chainsWhy PCF exchange is lagging behind PCF generation and what this means for businessesThe return of secondary data in emissions reporting and how to balance it with primary dataPackaging as the new zone of collaboration for emissions reductionsWhy procurement teams need more support to meet increasing sustainability requirementsTune in to get to grips with these trends and learn how to get ahead for 2025.Related resources: 2025-01-0933 min
State of SustainabilitySoS #31: 5 Steps to Credibly Recognise Scope 3 ReductionsIn this episode, Saif Hameed explores how businesses can credibly deploy and account for Scope 3 emission reductions. He breaks this down into five key steps:Setting up dataIdentifying interventionsImplementing projectsMeasuring and tracking progressValidating and verifying resultsAlong the way, we tackle challenges like mass balance measurement, avoiding double counting, and preparing for frameworks like Land Sector Removals Guidance (LSRG). Tune in for actionable insights to navigate Scope 3 reductions with confidence.2024-12-1931 min
Innovation Forum podcastMonday briefing: What does best-in-class procurement strategy look like?Monday briefing: What does best-in-class procurement strategy look like?
This week, Innovation Forum’s Hannah Oborne and Ian Welsh reflect on some of the conversation in Washington DC a at the recent Scope 3 Innovation Forum. And, speaking at the conference, Altruistiq CEO Saif Hameed shares some thoughts on what makes for good supply chain engagement and procurement practices.
Plus: details about the next in the Scope 3 Innovation Forum series, coming up in Amsterdam on 3rd and 4th May 2025.
2024-12-1612 minInnovation Forum podcastMonday briefing: What does best-in-class procurement strategy look like?Monday briefing: What does best-in-class procurement strategy look like?
This week, Innovation Forum’s Hannah Oborne and Ian Welsh reflect on some of the conversation in Washington DC a at the recent Scope 3 Innovation Forum. And, speaking at the conference, Altruistiq CEO Saif Hameed shares some thoughts on what makes for good supply chain engagement and procurement practices.
Plus: details about the next in the Scope 3 Innovation Forum series, coming up in Amsterdam on 3rd and 4th May 2025.
2024-12-1612 min
State of SustainabilitySoS #30: Scalable Farm Level Initiatives with DanoneJoin Saif Hameed and John Lee, Director of Nature and Mission Sustainability at Danone, as they discuss the best approach to prioritising and scaling farm-level reductions for carbon and crucially, nature. In this episode, we explore:Empowering Procurement: How to effectively engage procurement teams and align behind shared sustainability initiativesCollaborating with Suppliers: The role of Product Carbon Footprints (PCFs) and supplier-centric emission sharing in fostering collaborative partnerships.Accelerating Innovation: The process of testing pilot programs and prioritising those with the greatest potential for scale-up.Leveraging Customer Demand: How to harness growing consumer interest in sustainability to reduce emissions...2024-12-1230 min
State of SustainabilitySoS #29: H&M’s Big Bet on Sustainable Supply Chains (And Why It’s Working)Paul Goff, Traceability and Sustainability Product Manager at H&M shares how the fashion giant is using technology to unlock transparency, decarbonise its supply chain, and set a new standard for sustainability in the apparel industry. From navigating global supply chain complexities to fostering lasting partnerships with suppliers, Paul dives deep into the practical steps H&M is taking to drive change. In this conversation, we discuss:Managing apparel supply chain complexities: How H&M manages the complexities of a global supply chain and what companies can learn from their approachSupply chain engagement: The key to successful supply...2024-12-0528 min
State of SustainabilitySoS #28: What Does Trump Mean For Corporate Sustainability?Where does the result of the US election leave corporate sustainability? In this episode, we cover:Big bets: How the Trump administration will impact corporate sustainability effortsPolicy Shifts: Key policy changes to watch and their implicationsBudgets: Tips for managing sustainability budgets amidst shifting prioritiesTeam Dynamics: Changing structure and priorities for corporate sustainability teamsGlobal Perspectives: New emerging global hubs driving sustainability innovationExpert Advice: Strategies for maintaining ambition and commitment to sustainability goals despite political uncertainty.Transcript here: https://www.altruistiq.com/state-of-sustainability/resource/what-does-trump-mean-for-corporate-sustainability2024-11-2228 min
The Scope 3 PodcastEp 15: Reckitt and AltruistiqIt’s another powerful episode of the Scope 3 Podcast, with plenty of insight and examples to shed light on the complexities of managing Scope 3 emissions.
Ollie is joined by his golf buddy, David Croft, Global Sustainability Lead at Reckitt. He takes us deep inside the company’s ambitious sustainability strategy, sharing how the firm is leveraging data and innovation to transform its supply chain and products while empowering consumers to make more sustainable choices.
From actionable insights on decarbonising global operations to the role of procurement in tackling Scope 3, David’s perspective is a masterclass in dri...2024-11-191h 11
State of SustainabilitySoS #27: The Sustainable Consumer RevealedWho is the "sustainable consumer," and what drives their choices? In our first-ever consumer insights survey, we uncover:The profile of the sustainable consumerHow consumers prioritise what they put in the shopping basketWhat “sustainability” means to themThe most trusted sustainable brands—and why they stand outIn this episode, we reveal the key findings and share actionable strategies for professionals to incorporate these insights into their sustainability efforts.Who were the respondents? Our survey spanned a diverse demographic:Age: 50% were aged 25–34, followed by 28% aged 35–44Gender: 58% male, 42% femaleGeography: The majority hailed from the US (23%) a...2024-11-1436 min
State of SustainabilitySoS #26: Stepping into Sustainability Leadership with Greencore We’re joined by Fran Haycock, Head of Sustainability at Greencore, to discuss the key considerations when leading a successful sustainability transformation.We cover:Strategy alignment: How to ensure your sustainability transformation aligns with the broader business objectivesSustainability team set-up: The priority qualities and skills to consider when recruiting and developing your sustainability team.Leadership style: How to evolve your leadership style as your sustainability program matures.Budget management: Effective strategies for developing, securing and scaling a sustainability budget.2024-10-3130 min
State of SustainabilitySoS #25: A Model for Scalable CollaborationsCollaboration may not be a silver bullet for solving sustainability challenges, but when executed effectively, it becomes a powerful tool. In this episode, we cut through the buzzwords and focus on practical steps for scalable collaboration, exploring:Types of collaboration: Challenges and opportunities associated with within-value-chain collaboration, across-value-chain collaboration, and pre-competitive collaboration.When, where and who to collaborate with (and not): How to identify the right opportunities and partners—and when it’s best to go solo.Creating collaborative initiatives that scale: Key components for setting up partnerships that can scale (not just multiply).Who takes the credit? Inno...2024-10-2531 min
State of SustainabilitySoS #24: Are You Keeping Up with the PCF Boom?In this episode, we discuss the surging popularity of Product Carbon Footprints (PCFs). We cover:The PCF Boom: The rapid growth of PCF generationPCF value: Where PCFs deliver value and where they fall short.PCF challenges: The key challenges to be aware of when generating and sharing PCFs.Data readiness: How to balance PCF demands with data accuracy and confidencePCF set up: Practical guidance on generating and sharing meaningful PCFs2024-10-1727 min
State of SustainabilitySoS #23: Emission Factors 101The majority of businesses calculating baselines use less than >10k emission factors (crazy). What does this mean? It means emission calculations aren't accurate and decarbonisation efforts remain invisible.In this episode we get to the bottom of this and discuss:EF Recap: what is an EF and how is one developedCurrent State of Play: Understanding the current landscape of EF usage and challenges.The EF Dilemma: Balancing consistency and accuracy in EFs.EF Types: Deciphering the differences between supplier-specific and secondary EFsPrimary Data: The role and need of primary data collection in...2024-10-1033 min
State of SustainabilitySoS #22: How to Manage and Motivate a High Performing Sustainability Team: Part 2In the second part of this two part series, we discuss essential leadership strategies to supercharge your sustainability team. We cover:Team retention: How to retain and motivate top talent in a competitive marketSkill development: Where and when to invest in upskillingPerformance metrics: What metrics and bonus schemes are useful to track and implementHeadcount budget and resource management: How to optimise team resourcesTeam culture: Observed tactics for building team culture from Nando's and Starbucks2024-10-0337 min
State of SustainabilitySoS 21: Set Up a High Performing Sustainability Team: Part 1In this two-part series, we dive deep into the essential components of creating and managing a world-class sustainability team.In part one, we discuss:Core characteristics: The key attributes contributing to a well-structured and effective sustainability team.Must-have roles: The indispensable positions that every sustainability team needs to function optimally.Internal vs. external: When to prioritise internal hiring and when to seek external expertise through consultants or software.Budgeting: How to secure the necessary headcount budget for your sustainability team.Attracting talent: The best strategies to attract top talent2024-09-2638 min
State of SustainabilitySoS #20: FLAG Explained Saif Hameed and Piers Cooper, Senior Sustainability Research Manager (LCA) at Altruistiq discuss FLAG, what it is, if you should prioritise it, and if you do prioritise it, how to maximise your ROI. They cover:A recap: What is FLAG and the measurement requirementsStrategic importance: When and why should a company prioritise FLAG over other sustainability initiativesMeasurement challenges: The primary FLAG challenges and solutions to overcome themCommercial opportunities: How to leverage FLAG to create competitive advantages and unlock commercial opportunitiesTrend watch: The upcoming changes to FLAG and trends to be aware of.2024-09-1936 min
State of SustainabilitySoS #19: De-Risk Your Agricultural Supply ChainIn this episode, we explore current agricultural supply chain risks and mitigation measures. We cover:Emerging threats: The macro and micro risks and specific commodities most vulnerable to climate-related disruptions.Building resilience: Strategies to strengthen your supply chain.Environmental data impact: The impact on your environmental data and the role of technology to mitigate these risks.Business case: How to value and communicate risk to bolster your sustainability business case.2024-09-1239 min
State of SustainabilitySoS #18: Must Listen: Product Carbon Footprint Crash Course with HuelSaif Hameed and Jesica Sansom, Sustainability Director at Huel discuss how to set up product carbon footprints (PCFs) to deliver real business value. We cover:Data collection: The challenges and workarounds in collecting the granular data needed for reliable PCFsActionable insights: Best practices for using PCF to inform sustainable product designSupplier collaboration: How Huel are fostering innovative solutions with suppliers e.g., rethinking ingredient production methods & running field trials with oat farmersClaims & comms: How to communicate and demonstrate sustainability progress and why product labelling is not the silver bullet solution.2024-09-0558 min
State of SustainabilitySoS #17: Are you making the wrong sustainability decisions?In this episode, we highlight the common mistakes that sustainability professionals make and sound out the solutions. We discuss:Market insight: Is SBTi still credible?Mistake trends: The most common pitfalls that sustainability professionals face.Root causes: The underlying reasons behind these mistakes.Data challenges: The limitations of working with aggregate data and best practices for overcoming them.GHG to PCF: How professionals can effectively gather and manage supplier data for greenhouse gas emissions reporting.Commercial opportunities: Understand the benefits and competitive advantages2024-08-2936 min
State of SustainabilitySoS #16: Turn Colleagues from Bystanders into Sustainability Champions with ArlaCamilla Riddiford, Head of Sustainability at Arla UK, shares her advice on how to turn colleagues from bystanders to sustainability champions (without breaking the bank or your sanity).In this episode, we discuss:Tailored communication strategies for diverse audiencesEffective content formats that resonateBalancing data and narratives for a compelling business casePrioritising upskilling, and training programs for key teamsLink to event: https://www.altruistiq.com/events/women-in-sustainability-summer-garden-mixer2024-08-2240 min
State of SustainabilitySoS #15: Understanding the Supply ShedThe complex structure of supply chains can make tracking the impact of sustainability-related interventions a challenge. Supplier-specific information is often lacking and/or hard to come by. However, a lack of traceability shouldn’t deter companies from efforts to drive progress. There's a solution: supply sheds.This episode dives deep into:What is a supply shed, and how can it help you overcome challenges in reduction trackingThe benefits of using supply sheds include incentivising traceability and enabling collaboration.Challenges to consider, like changes in your supplier base and attribution of reductions.Recommendations fo...2024-08-1535 min
State of SustainabilitySoS #14: Green Claims: A Challenger Playbook with OatlyDoes the world on-pack green claims make you nervous? We get it. Green claims are a minefield. Today, we're bringing in a veteran of bold sustainability messaging to help us navigate the dark and somewhat dangerous world of sustainability comms. Shaunagh Duncan, Head of Sustainability at Oatly EU & I walks us through making strategic green claims, teaching us when to push boundaries and when to play it safe.We cover how to :Define a bold and impactful communication styleWalk the line between “greenwashing” and “green hushing”Approach on-pack PCFsCapitalise on the commercial opportun...2024-08-0842 minInnovation Forum podcastMonday briefing – Ready, target, action: business progress in tackling scope 3 emissionsThis week: Innovation Forum's Ian Welsh talks with Hannah Oborne about what to expect at this year's scope 3 innovation forum in Washington DC, which will focus on how business can tackle supply chain emissions. They also reveal a special discount for listeners – just use code podcast100. Click here for information on how to get involved.
Plus: a recap of last year's scope 3 innovation forum, when Ian Welsh spoke with some expert participants about progress on the finance sector's climate and nature disclosure requirements and what good data tools look like. Hear from Rabobank's Terryn Lawrence and...2024-07-2911 minInnovation Forum podcastMonday briefing – Ready, target, action: business progress in tackling scope 3 emissionsThis week: Innovation Forum's Ian Welsh talks with Hannah Oborne about what to expect at this year's scope 3 innovation forum in Washington DC, which will focus on how business can tackle supply chain emissions. They also reveal a special discount for listeners – just use code podcast100. Click here for information on how to get involved.
Plus: a recap of last year's scope 3 innovation forum, when Ian Welsh spoke with some expert participants about progress on the finance sector's climate and nature disclosure requirements and what good data tools look like. Hear from Rabobank's Terryn Lawrence and...2024-07-2911 min
State of SustainabilitySoS #13: Plastic vs Paper, Methane Feed Supplements and EVsWe bust the 3 of the biggest sustainability myths in the industry:Myth 1: We should be fazing out plasticMyth 2: Feed supplements are the silver bullet to methane reductionMyth 3: The future of ‘green transportation’ should be electrified.P.S. Don't forget to rate and review our podcast to help others discover tactics for corporate sustainability change transformation. 2024-07-2537 min
State of SustainabilitySoS #12: Unfiltered Reflections on a 20+ Year Sustainability Career | Saif HameedThis episode dives into the 20+ year career of Saif Hameed, an activist, government official, NGO co-founder, flower farm owner, and now CEO of Altruistiq, a sustainability data management platform.We explore how his experience equips sustainability professionals to engage stakeholders across sectors for change. We discuss:Saif's Journey: Lessons from activism, government work, NGO experience, and business ventures inform a robust approach to sustainabilityEngaging Stakeholders: Collaboration techniques across activists, government officials, NGOs, and suppliers to accelerate change.Why Altruistiq: The inspiration behind Altruistiq and what makes it different2024-07-181h 00
State of SustainabilitySoS #11: Sustainable Packaging Trade offs with MondelēzSaif Hameed and Patrick Shewell, Global Director of Packaging at Mondelēz, discuss balancing an iconic brand image with bold sustainability packaging goals. In this episode, we dive into:Balancing trade-offs between product functionality and sustainabilityEPR policy inconsistencies and how to manage these across 150+ markets.Prioritising packaging initiatives: no brainer vs higher cost initiativesStrategies for collaboration with packaging suppliersInvesting in innovative packaging solutionsShow notes:Consumer Goods Forum Packaging Design GuidanceExtended Producer Guidance: All you need to know about EPR Policy Pulse2024-07-1145 min
State of SustainabilitySoS #10: Manage and Streamline CSRD Reporting In this episode, Saif Hameed and Isobel Wild discuss: How different companies are approaching CSRDWhich team(s) should own the CSRD reporting processDouble materiality assessment best practicesWhat to do with all the data that you're not ready forHow to move beyond compliance and make CSRD impactful2024-06-2623 min
State of SustainabilitySoS #9: How to Set Up an Internal Sustainability Training ProgramIn this episode, Saif Hameed and Isobel Wild discuss:Market Highlight: Sustainability Linked Bonuses: Company-wide vs leadership (learnings from LEGO Group) Topic Deep Dive: Internal Sustainability Training ProgramSuccess Characteristics: The characteristics that distinguish a good training program from a transformative one.Prioritising Teams: Which teams will benefit most from sustainability training and how to prioritiseCreating Compelling Content: How to tailor content to resonate with specific team needs whilst making it scalable.Engagement Levers: The most effective tools. initiatives and experiences to engage leadership teams and company-wide.Show notesTim Brooks, VP...2024-06-1346 min
State of SustainabilitySoS #8: Product Carbon Footprints, Eco Design and Green Claims In this episode, we cover:QUIZ: guess the lowest emitting ingredientStrategic Product Carbon Footprint (PCF) generationThe trends catalysing supplier asks for PCFsUsing PCFs to re-engineer your productHow to pitch your PCF internally to R&D, Marketing, and commercial teamsHow to pitch your PCF externally to customers and consumers2024-06-0641 min
State of SustainabilitySoS #7: Make your Sustainability Reporting Easier In this episode, we discuss:Key regulatory reporting trends: the evolving landscape, AI and what it means for your business.How to optimise your reporting team: best practices for setting up a high-performing, reporting team.Collaboration tips: strategies for working effectively with finance and legal on reporting.How to streamline your approach: tools, data infrastructure and ways of working to improve your reporting process.2024-05-3040 min
State of SustainabilitySoS #6: McCain's Radical Regenerative Ag ProgramSaif Hameed and Audrey Leduc, North American Director for Planet Friendly Practices at McCain Foods unpack how to scale regenerative agriculture. They discuss:Measuring impact: the key indicators and data points needed to track and demonstrate progress against regenerative agricultureBuilding strategic partnerships: principles for identifying and developing partnerships (that will last)Farmer engagement toolbox: how to successfully engage farmers and make regenerative agriculture attractiveFinancial solutions: innovative financing solutions to tackle upfront costsCommunication strategy: compelling B2B and B2C communication techniques to drive engagement and commercial value.*Please note that the activation initiatives mentioned (time...2024-05-2441 min
State of SustainabilitySoS #5: The Biggest Trends to Watch in F&B SustainabilityOff the back of our flagship sustainability event in Chicago, where we hosted 70+ F&B sustainability professionals working on sustainability data challenges in the agri value chain, a few key trends emerged. In this episode, we dig into: - “Action first - reporting second”. - Qualities of the “best” kind of decarbonisation initiatives - Data transparency is very different between B2B vs B2C2024-05-1630 min
State of SustainabilitySoS #4: Setting Up and Using Carbon PricingHow to make sure your circularity initiative is revenue-generatingHow to set a carbon costHow do you utilise carbon pricing when data in the supply chain at the product level is sparse?When is a carbon price most defensibleCarbon pricing success storiesWe have an upcoming webinar on Carbon Pricing (June 26th at 3pm BST), register here: https://www.altruistiq.com/events/setting-up-a-successful-carbon-price 2024-05-0942 min
State of SustainabilitySoS #3: How to Set Up Carbon Inset ProjectsSaif Hameed and Pedro Lafargue, Global Climate Action Manager at OFI discuss:The principles for a successful insetting projectThe level of data accuracy needed for compliance vs actionHow to track and account for carbon removals (when standardisation is lacking)Best practices for monetising carbon insetting projects2024-04-2540 min
State of SustainabilitySoS #2: Sustainability on a Budget: How to Do More with LessMarket highlight:How the SEC’s climate disclosure ruling impacts your businessTopic deep dive: A playbook on how to: Build a strong business case for sustainabilityOptimise team set up to unlock resourcesBoost company-wide sustainability literacy and buy-in2024-04-1839 min
State of SustainabilitySoS #1: Sustainability Data: Driving Engagement and Making Claims NEW SEASON LAUNCH.This season will include the latest corporate sustainability market highlights followed by problem-solving deep dives on all flavours of challenges that sustainability practitioners face.In this episode, we cover:Market highlights:Corporate black sliding on climate pledgesThe Greenwashing clamp down and how to make water-tight claimsTopic deep dive: Effective sustainability data commsInternal communication and engagement tactics for sustainability data buy-inExternal comms: how to demonstrate progress to stakeholdersAny challenges that we've missed? Get in touch with content suggestions and we'll cover them...2024-04-1155 minInnovation Forum podcastIt’s all about data: how to get to grips with scope 3 emissionsSaif Hameed, CEO of Altruistiq, and Innovation Forum's Ian Welsh talk about how companies should engage suppliers on their scope 3 emissions and the challenges that inevitably arise. They discuss how companies can avoid some common mistakes in tackling scope 3 emissions and how to work on the granularity of their carbon emissions at a product level.
2024-04-1123 minInnovation Forum podcastIt’s all about data: how to get to grips with scope 3 emissionsSaif Hameed, CEO of Altruistiq, and Innovation Forum's Ian Welsh talk about how companies should engage suppliers on their scope 3 emissions and the challenges that inevitably arise. They discuss how companies can avoid some common mistakes in tackling scope 3 emissions and how to work on the granularity of their carbon emissions at a product level.
2024-04-1123 minInnovation Forum podcastWeekly podcast: What a good scope 3 emissions strategy looks likeThis week: Saif Hameed, CEO of Altruistiq, talks with Innovation Forum's Ian Welsh about the challenges for companies tackling their scope 3 supply chain emissions. They discuss how to identify scope 3 hotspots, avoid the common mistakes companies make and more.
Plus: during Innovation Forum’s responsible sourcing and ethical trade event in London, some of the expert participants spoke with Ian, reflecting on conversations from the conference. Hear reflections from Alenka Turnsek from EY and International Justice Mission's Andrey Sawchenko.
Host: Ian Welsh
2024-03-2231 minInnovation Forum podcastWeekly podcast: What a good scope 3 emissions strategy looks likeThis week: Saif Hameed, CEO of Altruistiq, talks with Innovation Forum's Ian Welsh about the challenges for companies tackling their scope 3 supply chain emissions. They discuss how to identify scope 3 hotspots, avoid the common mistakes companies make and more.
Plus: during Innovation Forum’s responsible sourcing and ethical trade event in London, some of the expert participants spoke with Ian, reflecting on conversations from the conference. Hear reflections from Alenka Turnsek from EY and International Justice Mission's Andrey Sawchenko.
Host: Ian Welsh
2024-03-2231 min
State of SustainabilitySoS #14: Get the Most Out of Your Insetting Program In this episode, we discuss how to:Launch effective Farmer Reduction Plans: Lessons from McCain and InnocentPrepare for supply chain disruptions, drawing learnings from the recent cocoa crisisNavigate insetting challenges, specifically how to avoid competitors ‘free riding’ off your reduction initiativesMaximise the value of your insetsMake reductions work at farm level (multi year contracts)2024-03-2158 min
State of SustainabilitySoS #13: The Upskilling Procurement PlaybookWe cover:The latest market highlights:They key themes across corporate sustainability reportsThe U-turn on CSDDD - is this even a bad thing?The Upskilling Procurement Playbook:How to embed sustainability into procurement BAUThe tools and training to enable procurementThe incentives on the tableResources:Webinar: How to Scale a Successful Supply Chain Program - www.altruistiq.com/events/how-to-scale-a-successful-supply-chain-program2024-03-0749 min
State of SustainabilitySoS #12: Building a Sustainable Brand: The Secret to Attracting 260,000 Job Applicants with Greg Jackson, CEO of Octopus EnergyWe cover:Mission build fundamentalsHow to tailor your mission across a global marketThe big tech innovations to look out forThe benefits of building a meaningful mission.Recommendations:Book: The Long and Short of It, John KayeVideo: EV or Gas: What Pollutes More?2024-02-2243 min
State of SustainabilitySoS #11: From Chasing Data to Driving Impact: 4 Key StepsDescription:This episode aims to set listeners up with a credible and sensible approach to sustainable data transformation, covering how to:- Prioritise data sets and manage against targets- Solve for digitisation, granularity, flexibility, and usability in your infrastructure build- Streamline interactions with other systems and organisations- Establish optimal relationships with tech teams and third-party providers.2024-01-2542 min
State of SustainabilitySoS #10: The Supplier Engagement Formula: From Survey Fatigue to Actionable DataSupplier engagement more often than not results in low response rates and unusable data. Sound familiar? This podcast sets to solve this by breaking down:What’s happening today: Mass surveying, “one platform rules them all” and an unrealistic push for “universal primary data”.Where we want to get to: Data you can actually use.How to get there: Supplier contracts, blended procurement models, strategic upskilling, secure supplier data exchange (PACT)Key learnings from the transition2024-01-1034 min
State of SustainabilitySoS #9: Live from COP28: Fixing the Food System with Henry DimblebyA conversation with Henry Dimbleby and Saif Hameed at COP28, covering:Regenerative agriculture: what exactly regenerative agriculture means, how to fund it and how to implement itOptimising for supplier engagement and primary data useHow far corporate influence goes when it comes to on sustainability regulations, frameworks and standardsA roaming COP28 megaphone kicks in halfway through - bear with us.2023-12-2130 minInnovation Forum podcastBusiness action on scope 3 emissions: a US perspectiveDuring Innovation Forum's recent climate action on scope 3 emissions conference in Washington DC, Ian Welsh and Bea Stevenson spoke with some of the participants to reflect on the key topics and conversations over the two days. These discussions focused in particular on shifting policy and guidance landscapes, and how companies are performing and communicating on scope 3 climate targets.
Hear from Invariant's Adam Tarr, former senior advisor to the secretary of agriculture, Ashley Allen from Oatly, Terryn Lawrence from Rabobank, Altruistiq's Saif Hameed, Ashlie Burkhart from Germin8 Ventures and Geoff Brighty from Mura Technology.
2023-12-2023 minInnovation Forum podcastBusiness action on scope 3 emissions: a US perspectiveDuring Innovation Forum's recent climate action on scope 3 emissions conference in Washington DC, Ian Welsh and Bea Stevenson spoke with some of the participants to reflect on the key topics and conversations over the two days. These discussions focused in particular on shifting policy and guidance landscapes, and how companies are performing and communicating on scope 3 climate targets.
Hear from Invariant's Adam Tarr, former senior advisor to the secretary of agriculture, Ashley Allen from Oatly, Terryn Lawrence from Rabobank, Altruistiq's Saif Hameed, Ashlie Burkhart from Germin8 Ventures and Geoff Brighty from Mura Technology.
2023-12-2023 min
State of SustainabilitySoS #8: The Unspoken Truths of COP28Live from COP28. We unpack our key takeaways from COP28, specifically:Who’s here (and who’s not)What everyone is thinking, but not sayingWhere the real progress was madeReasons for optimismTune in to form your own opinion on COP28.2023-12-1823 min
State of SustainabilitySoS #7: The Sustainability Data Collection Problem There’s a growing number of people in the corporate sustainability space that believe universal primary data (ie data gathered from every supplier) is the best way to accurately understand your emissions. After a few debates we wanted to unpack why we don't think this is the case. In this episode, we cover:Primary vs secondary data collection strategiesWhat primary and secondary data isWhy we believe the "hybrid approach" is most effectiveHow to implement a hybrid approach at scale2023-11-2734 minInnovation Forum podcastWeekly podcast – The big picture: evolving private sector landscape-level actionThis week: Rodrigue Kreilmann, corporate sustainability governance manager at Mars, and Veronique Bovee, deputy director for responsible sourcing at Proforest, talk with Ian Welsh about how companies can help accelerate progress towards nature, people and climate goals on a landscape level. They discussed the importance of corporate leadership to drive this and peer collaboration.
Plus: At the recent future of climate action conference in Washington DC, Bea Stevenson and Ian Welsh spoke with Ashley Allen from Oatly and Saif Hameed at Altruistiq about the importance of scaling product carbon footprinting and emissions data for corporate d...2023-11-2338 minInnovation Forum podcastWeekly podcast – The big picture: evolving private sector landscape-level actionThis week: Rodrigue Kreilmann, corporate sustainability governance manager at Mars, and Veronique Bovee, deputy director for responsible sourcing at Proforest, talk with Ian Welsh about how companies can help accelerate progress towards nature, people and climate goals on a landscape level. They discussed the importance of corporate leadership to drive this and peer collaboration.
Plus: At the recent future of climate action conference in Washington DC, Bea Stevenson and Ian Welsh spoke with Ashley Allen from Oatly and Saif Hameed at Altruistiq about the importance of scaling product carbon footprinting and emissions data for corporate d...2023-11-2338 min
State of SustainabilitySoS #6: How to Build an Effective Sustainability TeamWe cover how to build an effective sustainability team. We break this into two key areas:1. Team designCreate a clear strategy and visionIdentify the optimal structure and organisational set-up for your teamWhere to resource and unlock budget2. Roles and responsibilitiesDefine the different roles and responsibilities neededIdentify the skills and experience required for each roleFind and recruit the best talent2023-11-1337 min
State of SustainabilitySoS Live: Establishing Effective Sustainability Governance with Charles Conn (Chair of Patagonia)Charles Conn (long serving Chair of Patagonia) and Saif Hameed (CEO of Altruistiq) discuss effective sustainability governance, focusing on how to build consistency around purpose and mission. Points covered: - How to build a mission that is consistently sustainable- How data can be used to prop up the mission and focus of the organisation-How Patagonia has reinforced its mission with appropriate governance (e.g., buy-in, managing incentives)-How to leverage data to reinforce these incentives-The best approach for walking the line between green hushing and greenwashing-Understanding when your environmental data is "good enough" to act upon2023-10-3028 min
State of SustainabilitySoS Live: How to Make the Most of Your Sustainability DataHow can food manufacturers ensure they have the right data infrastructure in place to go beyond carbon and support more ambitious sustainability objectives? This session will address some of the data infrastructure challenges that food manufacturers face such as data silos, system compatibility, scalability, real-time data accessibility, quality assurance, and integration with external systems. We will also explore how to apply learnings from emissions data to water and biodiversity strategies. The session will equip food manufacturers with strategies to enhance market differentiation, foster innovation, create resilience within complex supply chains and mitigate against reputational risk.With:2023-10-2320 minInnovation Forum podcastHow to measure and track corporate emissions data
Saif Hameed, CEO of Altruistiq, talks with Ian Welsh about how companies can keep on top of data measurement and monitoring, and the tightening regulatory requirements. They discuss how stakeholder expectations are changing and what companies can do to adapt.
2023-10-1230 minInnovation Forum podcastHow to measure and track corporate emissions data
Saif Hameed, CEO of Altruistiq, talks with Ian Welsh about how companies can keep on top of data measurement and monitoring, and the tightening regulatory requirements. They discuss how stakeholder expectations are changing and what companies can do to adapt.
2023-10-1230 min
State of SustainabilitySoS Live: Emissions Data Quality Anxiety, Strategic Hires and Sustainability Team Set UpLive Q&A with Saif Hameed. Questions covered: 1.What is the average quality of emissions data today? When should someone actually be worried about their data quality?2.I'm looking to add additional headcount to my small sustainability team. What strategic first hires should I make?3.Do you have any tips for making the business case internally for headcount?4.What is the best way to set up a sustainability team? Centralise the function? Or embed sustainability professionals within other functions?If you have any sustainability-related questions that need answering, get in touch: sos@altruistiq.com2023-10-1030 min
State of SustainabilitySoS #5: Sustainability = Consumer Value: Is it a Myth?We cover how to generate value from better consumer engagement around sustainability. We break this into two pieces:Where to play: how to think about market segmentation and how to size the market opportunity.How to play: the strategies and approaches that work to effectively engage and generate value.2023-09-2939 min
State of SustainabilitySoS #4: Avoid Unexpected Spend on Initiatives with Carbon Pricing We’re going to talk about three closely related topics:- How to build a business case for sustainability change in your organisation.- The use of carbon pricing as a tool to prioritise business cases and align stakeholders.- Effective carbon pricing strategies, offering up a few shortcuts and insights to help sustainability professionals on this journey.2023-09-1826 min
CleanTechies#123 Driving Adoption in Hard-to-Abate Sectors, Why Not an IP Play, Fundraising for an R&D Shop, Partnering w/ Large Corporates, Hiring PhDs, & More w/ Jeff Erhardt (Mattiq)In this episode, Silas Mahner (@silasmahner) & Somil Aggarwal (@somil_agg) speak with Jeff Erhardt from Mattiq. Jeff had a ton of insights and we are glad to share them with you today. Enjoy the Episode! 🌎📆 Book a time w/ Silas during Climate Week in NYC (IRL): https://calendar.app.google/STXX7pMNmsWRsafd6📺 👀 Prefer to watch: subscribe on YouTube.📫 Interested in written summaries and takeaways from the episode? Subscribe to the newsletter. Want to be part of the community and engage further? Check out the Slack Channel. https://tinyurl.com/mwk...2023-09-171h 01Innovation Forum podcastWeekly podcast – What good corporate data measurement looks likeThis week: Saif Hameed, CEO of Altruistiq, talks with Ian Welsh about the challenges in measuring and tracking corporate emissions data. They discuss changing regulatory requirements and stakeholder expectations, and how companies can best adapt.
Plus: the first in a new farmer voice series. Innovation Forum's Bea Stevenson speaks with Deborah Osei-Mensah from the Asunafo Cocoa Cooperative in Ghana. They talk about the impacts of extreme and unpredictable weather patterns and in particular how this can disproportionately impact women farmers.
And, Science-Based Targets initiative separates entities for standard setting and validation; th...2023-09-1445 minInnovation Forum podcastWeekly podcast – What good corporate data measurement looks likeThis week: Saif Hameed, CEO of Altruistiq, talks with Ian Welsh about the challenges in measuring and tracking corporate emissions data. They discuss changing regulatory requirements and stakeholder expectations, and how companies can best adapt.
Plus: the first in a new farmer voice series. Innovation Forum's Bea Stevenson speaks with Deborah Osei-Mensah from the Asunafo Cocoa Cooperative in Ghana. They talk about the impacts of extreme and unpredictable weather patterns and in particular how this can disproportionately impact women farmers.
And, Science-Based Targets initiative separates entities for standard setting and validation; th...2023-09-1445 minCleanTechies#122 Offset Skepticism, Regulation Driving Demand, Sustainable Supply Chains, Content GTM Strategy, Climate Business Opportunities, & More w/ Saif Hameed (Altruistiq)In this episode, Silas Mahner (@silasmahner) & Somil Aggarwal (@somil_agg) speak with Saif Hameed, the CEO and Founder of Altruistiq, a leading Carbon Emissions accounting software. The conversation is full of insights because Saif has an incredible background, diverse career exposure, and a very good handle on the overall ESG & Sustainability space. Some of the key topics are, how ESG is an incorrect usage of terminology, how Scope 1,2,3 emissions were created as frameworks for governments, the difficulty of deploying money into non-renewables climate solutions, and a lot more. Enjoy 🌎📆 Book a time w...2023-09-141h 06
State of SustainabilitySoS Live: Fluffy ESG Bonuses, Offsets as a Strategy and Defining Supplier Contractural TermsLive Q&A with Saif Hameed.Questions covered:1. ESG bonuses: Would you recommend a mix of qualitative and quantitative KPIs because some aspects will remain softer in their nature?2. We set an ambitious carbon target but had intended to meet a significant share of it through offsets. It now looks like that’s no longer popular. Do we need to change course?3. What is the benefit of insets vs. offsets?4. What do you think of the US government’s move into direct procurement of carbon credits?5. How shou...2023-09-1133 min
State of SustainabilitySoS #3: Maximising your Sustainability BudgetWe talk through how to maximise your budget and investments, covering:Optimal internal budget allocation to drive productivityMaximising External Spend: flagging the key watch-outs and learnings when prioritising strategic investmentsUnlocking project spend for scale-upsInfluencing internal budget2023-08-2948 min
Tekpon SaaS Podcast148 Enabling businesses to make strategic sustainability investments | Podcast with Saif Hameed - AltruistiqEnabling businesses to make strategic sustainability investments. Identify and manage emissions with unique clarity, accuracy, and granularity. Altruistiq's platform enables large enterprises with complex supply chains to automate sustainability data measurement, management, and exchange - with unparalleled accuracy and ease. We believe that business has the power to be a force for positive change in the world. Our mission is to help businesses do more of what is measurably good and less of what is immeasurably wrong.
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Riding Unicorns: Venture Capital | Entrepreneurship | TechnologySaif Hameed, Founder & CEO @ AltrusitiqSaif Hameed is Founder and CEO of Altruistiq. The platform enables large enterprises with complex supply chains to automate sustainability data measurement, management and exchange - with unparalleled accuracy and ease. They believe that business has the power to be a force for positive change in the world.Their mission is to help businesses do more of what is measurably good, and less of what is immeasurably wrong.Saif joins James Pringle and Hector Mason in this episode...2023-08-1645 min
State of SustainabilitySoS #2: The Toolkit for a CSOWe run through the toolkit you need to be a successful CSO. If you're a CSO already, or it's on your career roadmap, this podcast will provide you with practical, boots-on-the-ground insights to maximise your success. We will cover 4 key areas:Understanding your responsibilities as a CSOHow to interface with the Board and CEOCSO Superpowers for SuccessHow you can expect your role as a CSO to evolve2023-08-1546 min
State of SustainabilitySoS Live: ESG-wide vs. Carbon-specific Platforms, Navigating Data Gaps & Setting up Sustainability Reporting StructureLive Q&A with Saif Hameed.Questions covered:1.Our Head of Sustainability doesn’t report directly to the CEO. Do you think this is a problem?2.I am currently looking for an impact software solution and am in conversations with a variety of solution types. How would you compare ESG-wide platforms to carbon-specific platforms?3. We have multiple teams set up in our company to cover different sustainability topics (scope 1 & 2, supply chain, product LCAs). What’s the best way to help these teams work well together.4. We have just done our...2023-08-0736 min
State of SustainabilitySoS #1: The Do's and Don'ts: Setting Up Your Sustainability Data TransformationPractical tips on how to set up your sustainability data transformation for scalable success. We will cover how to use this as a positive force to drive alignment internally and externally while getting the most out of your time, energy and resources.This podcast will cover:1. Creating a sustainability data transformation strategy that aligns with your vision2.Setting up your data infrastructure for success3.Managing internal organisational alignment4.Optimising for external supplier alignmentIf you want more practical tips and tricks, follow Saif’s LinkedIn for daily up...2023-08-0144 min
This is AltruistiqLIVE EVENT: The State of Sustainability with Henry Dimbleby (F&B spotlight)In this live recording, Saif Hameed and Henry Dimbleby unpack the regulatory direction of sustainability in the UK food & beverage space. Here’s what to expect in this session:-The main sustainability priorities for the UK Govt going forward-How a focus on emissions will play out vs nutrition-How F&B companies should think about biodiversity as an impact metric-How F&B companies should approach evolving standards, frameworks and regulationsIf you have any questions for Saif, join the State of Sustainability live conversation on Saif's Linkedin and submit your questions here.2023-05-2532 min
This is AltruistiqLIVE EVENT: The State of Sustainability | Sustainability Data vs Financial Data and MoreIn this live recording, Saif Hameed addresses sustainability-related questions, providing practical and actionable advice on the below topics:- Sustainability data vs financial data- Sustainability measurement tool - building vs buying- What to consider when building a sustainability teamIf you have any questions for Saif, join the State of Sustainability live conversation on Saif's Linkedin and submit your questions here.2023-05-0949 min
This is AltruistiqDriving Engagement in your Strategy: Top Tips from Sustainability Experts Episode Special: A compilation of our favourite conversations about building the internal business case for sustainability. Tune in to hear:Saif Hameed, CEO & Founder of Altruistiq on the 3-step path to increasing a sustainability budget.Real-world lessons from:Sibbe Krol, Head of Sustainability at Bloom & WildHugh Lewis, Head of Sustainability at GoustoSafia Qureshi, CEO and Founder of CLUBZERØ2023-04-2112 min
This is AltruistiqTransforming the Way we Consume Fashion with Eshita Kabra, CEO of By RotationThe future of fashion isn’t fast... By Rotation is putting the brakes on the fast fashion consumer habit, resetting the narrative from buying new to sharing new.Eshita Kabra, is the mastermind behind By Rotation, the fastest growing UK digital fashion rental and resale platform. In this episode, Saif Hameed, CEO of Altruistiq and Eshita Kabra, CEO of By Rotation sit down and discuss how By Rotation is disrupting the market and empowering a community discerning fashionistas with the tools to be mindful consumers and crucially, look fantastic whilst doing so.Dubbed as the ‘Inst...2022-03-2125 min
This is AltruistiqIn conversation with Rob Kaplan (Founder of Circulate Capital)Join Saif Hameed (Founder & CEO of Altruistiq) and Rob Kaplan (Founder Circulate Capital) as they discuss plastic waste, recycling and closed loops in our first episode of This is Altruistiq.2021-05-1141 min
The Silicon Roundabout PodcastEpisode 7 - Saving the world, with Altruistiq - Part 2Part 2 of our latest video podcast where Mustafa chats with Saif Hameed, an Ex-McKinsey and current CEO & Founder of Altruistiq - a company that is literally on a mission to save the world! In this episode Mustafa and Saif discuss sustainability, ESG, CSR, and dive into what Altruistiq as a startup is and what do it's product really do You can find Altruistiq on - https://altruistiq.ai/ You can find Saif Hameed on - https://www.linkedin.com/in/saifhameed/You can find Mustafa Shreet on - https://www.linkedin.com/in...2021-02-0853 min