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What next? Leadership conversations for a better futureThe New Fault Line: How U.S. Polarisation Is Reshaping Global Sustainability with Gillian Tett and Professor Bob EcclesThe U.S. has become the centre of a global sustainability fault line: it hosts the world’s most advanced innovation ecosystem and deepest pools of private capital—yet remains locked in intensifying political polarisation, regulatory rollbacks, and an anti-ESG backlash. These tensions are reshaping climate policy, capital flows, and global markets.
To understand this moment, Lindsay Hooper and Marc Kahn speak with two globally respected interpreters of political economy and corporate purpose:
Gillian Tett, Provost of King’s College Cambridge and acclaimed FT journalist, and Professor Bob Eccles, leading thinker on corporate reporting and political consensus-building. Togeth...
2025-12-1139 min
Sustainability TransformationsEscaping the Tyranny of Targets: From Performative Metrics to Real Sustainability ImpactIn this conversation, Radhika Dutt discusses thecomplexities of achieving sustainability goals, particularly the concept of old is nuanced and often involves gaining buy-in for initiatives that lead to larger goals. Dutt likens the process to solving puzzles, where each solved puzzle unlocks the nextchallenge, highlighting the importance of long-term thinking and outcomes over mere outputs. Ready to put these ideas into action?Go to SustainabilityTransformations.com for the sustainability strategic briefs, frameworks, and audit tools to help you drive real transformation.► Visit the Hub: sustainabilitytransformations.comGue...
2025-11-2234 min
Sustainability TransformationsFrom Mission Statement to Material Impact: KAIZEN for SustainabilityThe conversation explores the significance of Kaizen eventsin celebrating new processes and the importance of data in measuring the success of these changes within an organization. Ready to put these ideas into action?Go to SustainabilityTransformations.com for the sustainabilitystrategic briefs, frameworks, and audit tools to help you drive realtransformation.► Visit the Hub: sustainabilitytransformations.com Guest Intro: Hanna Bauer“Today I’m joined by Hanna Bauer, Founder andCEO of HEARTnomics Enterprises. Hanna is a leadership coach and systemsstrategist who helps organizations align vision, values, and culture...
2025-11-1936 min
Sustainability TransformationsInnovation with Impact: How AI, Storytelling, and Sustainability Can Build a Better FutureThis conversation explores the complexities of drivingchange through collaboration, emphasizing the need for shared goals, trust, and effective measurement of success in collaborative initiatives.Ready to put these ideas into action?Go to SustainabilityTransformations.com for the sustainabilitystrategic briefs, frameworks, and audit tools to help you drive realtransformation.► Visit the Hub: sustainabilitytransformations.com Guest Speaker: Amir ElionToday’s guest has helped global giants like Amazon, Adobe, and Volvo think big, move fast, and innovate responsibly… but what makes Amir Elion truly unique is how he blendscutting-edge tech li...
2025-11-1829 min
Sustainability TransformationsSustainability, Software, and the Nomadic MindsetSummaryIn this episode of the Sustainability TransformationsPodcast, Enock interviews Christian Joecker, a full stack developer and UX designer with a rich cultural background. They discuss how Christian's experiences living in different countries have shaped his approach to software design and development. The conversation explores the intersection of culture, creativity, and technology, emphasizing the importance of adaptability in the tech landscape. Christian shares insights on user experience, the challenges ofremote work, and the role of sustainability in digital nomadism. He also provides valuable advice for aspiring tech professionals and reflects on the impact of AI in the...
2025-11-1429 min
Suits and Boots | The Sustainable Business PodcastMining the Future | Sustainability and Circularity beyond ESGThis episode goes beyond traditional ESG considerations to explore the evolving field of the circular economy and sustainability in mining. From recycling technologies to waste management solutions, mining companies are adopting circular economy principles to minimise environmental footprints and drive long-term sustainability. The speakers explore innovative ways to reduce waste, maximise resource efficiency, and create value from mining by-products. Speakers on this episode:Filipe Guimaraes | Head of Mining R&D - ArcelorMittalDr Mathias Schluep | Managing Director - The World Resources ForumJoséphine Quioc | Senior Sustainability Consultant ...
2025-11-1037 min
The Sustainability SideCircular Economy for Small Business Owners The Sustainability Side Ep. 4In this episode of The Sustainability Side, host Dr. Sama sits down with Karen Formosa Sustainability Advocate and Circularity Coach to explore how small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) can unlock hidden revenue, reduce costs, and build customer loyalty through circular economy strategies.From furniture makers to print shops, Karen shares real-world examples and a practical roadmap that any SME can follow — no jargon, no big budgets required.🎯 Topics Covered:What is the circular economy?Real SME success storiesLow-cost implementation stepsBuilding customer loyalty through sustainabilityRis...
2025-10-2832 min
The Sustainability SideThe Sustainability Side EP1: World Ozone Day & Building Our Green and Blue FutureJoin Dr. Sama in the premiere episode of "The Sustainability Side," released on World Ozone Day, and discover why global cooperation and united action matter more than ever for our planet’s future.This episode opens with a reflection on the Montreal Protocol a historic moment that proved humanity could reverse environmental damage through collective effort. Dr. Sama uses this story to inspire listeners to join a growing community dedicated to sustainability not as a buzzword, but as practical, achievable change for people, businesses, and policymakers.Explore crucial topics including:* Why sustainability is essential fo...
2025-09-1611 min
Sustainability TransformationsSustainability x Superfoods: Innovating Health, Profit, and Planet with OnlyKaleSummaryIn this episode of the Sustainability Transformations podcast, host Enock engages with Charlie Szoradi, a sustainability entrepreneur and founder of OnlyKale, to discuss the intersection of food innovation, wellness, and sustainability. Charlie shares his journey through various sectors, emphasizing the importance of making superfoods accessible and affordable while addressing the environmental impact of food production and transportation. The conversation explores the challenges of greenwashing in corporate sustainability efforts, the need for a shift in mindset towards purpose-driven innovation, and the future trends in sustainability, particularly in relation to technology and renewable energy.
2025-07-0442 min
Sustainability TransformationsOf Bees and Locusts: What Insect Societies Teach Us About Human SustainabilitySummaryThis conversation explores the nature of goals and achievement, emphasizing that success is not a final destination but a continuous journey. It highlights the importance of purpose in life, drawing on lessons from Victor Frankl's work, and advocates for ongoing growth and learning as essential components of personal development.Speaker BioDavid Auge has spent decades searching for the most successful way to explain sustainability to others. Now with the help of two diverse insect communities and the contrast they provide at this critical juncture of human civilization he’s...
2025-06-3031 min
Sustainability TransformationsFrom Purpose to Profit: How to Build Sustainability into Your Business StrategySummaryIn this episode of the Sustainability Transformations podcast, Lee Stewart, a sustainability strategist and author, discusses the evolution of sustainability in business, the importance of embedding sustainability into core business strategies, and the role of leadership in driving change. He emphasizes the need for companies to understand their carbon emissions, particularly Scope 3 emissions, and the significance of climate-related financial disclosures. Lee also shares insights on innovative tools for sustainability and emerging trends in the ESG space, encouraging businesses to take actionable steps towards sustainability.speaker bio: ...
2025-06-2531 min
Sustainability DemystifiedEp. 11: Using tech platforms to simplify sustainabilityWouldn't it be great if sustainability was easier? All the tracking, monitoring, collating, calculating... it can be overwhelming – and for many businesses, it’s where the momentum stalls before it even begins. But what if it could be MUCH easier? That’s where the right tech platform can make all the difference. In this episode, we speak to Caroline Thalund, founder of S360 – a powerful, practical platform built to make sustainability work more manageable, actionable, and impactful. Whether it's tracking carbon emissions, calculating your gender pay gap, or managing B Corp certification, S360 brings everything into one pl...
2025-05-2237 min
Transforming TomorrowPRME and Sustainability Education in MalaysiaHow can we educate university students around the world on important sustainability topics? You cannot talk to them all in the same way as those in other countries – because different countries and cultures have different attitudes and priorities.
Dr Stephen Homer has gone from being a commercial fisherman and a fishmonger to a leader on sustainability education at Sunway Business School in Malaysia, inspired by his experiences before moving into academia.
He tells us all about the Principles of Responsible Management Education (PRME) and how they help management and business schools make sense of the UN...
2025-05-1230 min
Sustainability SolvedANTHROPY25: Andy Jasper - Why We Need Regeneration Instead Of SustainabilityContinuing our Anthropy special series from the Eden Project, we speak with Andy Jasper, CEO of the Eden Project itself. Andy shares his philosophy that sustainability should follow regeneration - that we need to boost and accelerate natural systems before we can sustain them. With a career spanning the RHS, National Trust, and now Eden Project, Andy brings a wealth of knowledge about how large-scale environmental projects can transform landscapes and communities. He discusses Eden's global expansion with projects in China, Costa Rica, and across the UK, and shares his perspective on the importance of confidence and optimism as...
2025-04-2339 minTransforming TomorrowMalaysia’s Sustainability AmbitionsWe’re by the pool in the Malaysian sunshine. But we’re not here to sunbathe – we’re talking all things sustainability in a country with challenges both familiar and foreign to Western Europe.
Jan’s ‘academic granddaughter’ Dr Ann Marie Sidhu is a chartered accountant who works with business and government in Malaysia on the challenges of meeting the Sustainable Development Goals.
We discuss what Government and industry in Malaysia need to do to achieve the SDGs – especially energy transition in an economy where the petrochemical industry is dominant – how an emerging economy deals with regulations ar...
2025-04-2141 min
Sustainability TransformationsDesigning a Resilient Future: Capitalism, Community & the New Sustainability BlueprintKeywordssustainability, resilience, design,capitalism, agriculture, education, governance, AI, energy, leadershipSummaryIn this conversation, Lawrence Chong discussesthe critical importance of resilience in design and sustainability. He emphasizes the need to rethink capitalism, the role of education, and the interconnected challenges posed by AI and energy. Chong advocates for aleadership model based on friendship and collaboration, highlighting the necessity of empowering communities and micro-entrepreneurs to fosterresilience in the face of global challenges.Takeaways• Resilience in design is essential for sustainability.• Rethinking capitalism is crucial for a sustainable futu...
2025-03-3135 minSustainability SolvedHow to Drive Company-Wide Sustainability: Openreach (Abby Chicken)How does one of the UK's largest infrastructure companies successfully transition 27,000 employees to achieve net zero? Abby Chicken, Head of Sustainability at Openreach, reveals practical strategies for tackling major sustainability challenges - from electrifying the UK's second-largest van fleet to engaging thousands of employees and suppliers in sustainable practices. Whether you're leading a large-scale transformation or just starting your sustainability journey, this episode provides actionable insights on driving organisational change while maintaining business performance.🎯 Key Takeaways:Infrastructure TransitionFleet electrification is a major challenge for large organisations but critical for meeting net zero targetsOpenreach is...
2025-01-221h 01
Sustainability DemystifiedEp. 2: Why do businesses have to talk about sustainability anyway?Sustainability is the latest reporting requirement for businesses, but where does it stem from? This episode Millie and Tamara discuss the powerful forces that are combining to drive the rise of sustainability in business at all levels - such as demand from consumers, finding cost savings, attracting and keeping staff, requirements from investors and financiers, global legislation... this and more reasons why your business might want to start considering sustainability in your business strategy.Sustainability Demystified - Episode 2: Why are businesses having to talk about sustainability anyway?( 0:30:40) Episode Information Sustainability is the latest reporting requiremen...
2025-01-0730 min
Sustainability DemystifiedEp. 1: WTF is sustainability and why should I care?WTF even is sustainability?! What does it mean? Where did it come from? Why should I care... and so much more. Sustainability has become a bit of a buzz word and some people even find it triggering. But why is it a 'thing'? How did we get to this point? What's B Corp got to do with it and what the flip are the Sustainable Development Goals when they're at home?In this, the first ever episode of newborn radio show Sustainability Demystified, environmental scientist Millie Taylor and B Corp consultant Tamara Pitelen discuss the background and...
2024-12-1925 min
The Sustainability ExpertsAmy Gross | Unlock Corporate Sustainability Secrets in Aerospace & DefenseDive into the world of corporate sustainability in aerospace and defense with host Vanessa Thompson and guest Amy Gross, Sustainability Principal at L3Harris Technologies. This eye-opening episode of The Sustainability Experts podcast reveals how to build robust sustainability programs, foster change, and implement strategic goals in one of the most challenging sectors. Amy shares invaluable insights on team empowerment, leveraging blockchain for supply chain transparency, and adapting to new SEC climate disclosure regulations. Packed with practical advice, this episode is essential listening for sustainability leaders and anyone passionate about driving meaningful environmental change in the corporate world.
2024-12-0434 minTransforming TomorrowWho'd Be A Sustainability Manager?Jan’s considering a new career – should she become a sustainability officer?
Chief Sustainability Officers are among the fastest growing jobs in the UK – but who are these people, what do they do, and does anyone actually listen to them?
Dr Katherine Ellsworth-Krebs, from the University of Strathclyde, brings gifts from her allotment to the studio as well as an avid interest in all things sustainability that started in childhood in Washington state, USA – where she was surprised to learn not all other youngsters had the same obsession. She also comes with a healthy dose of cynic...
2024-11-1837 minSustainability SolvedSeeing Sustainability as an Opportunity, not a Threat: Sam Hamilton-Turner (Soundquake)Welcome back to Sustainability Solved, this time with a twist! Hosts Will Richardson and Charlie Luxton chat with Sam Hamilton-Turner, co-founder of Soundquake, a purpose-driven podcast production company (now making this very podcast!) . Sam shares the story of Soundquake's transformation from a conventional, transactional business into a company with a clear focus on sustainability and purpose. He discusses the challenges, solutions, and lessons learned along the way.ProblemSoundquake initially operated as a generalist audio production company, taking on various projects without a focus or direction. This approach resulted in a lack of purpose, excessive...
2024-10-161h 09
The Sustainability PodcastMastering Industrial Sustainability - The ARC Sustainability Playbook WebinarWelcome to the podcast! I’m your host, Jim Frazer, and today we’re diving into a crucial conversation for industrial leaders and sustainability enthusiasts alike. We’re excited to preview ARC Advisory Group’s upcoming webinar, “The ARC Sustainability Playbook: Integrating People, Processes, and Technology.”In this episode, we’ll explore how this pivotal webinar aims to address one of the most pressing challenges in the industrial sector today: embedding sustainability into core operations to enhance both efficiency and competitiveness. Sustainability is no longer a mere add-on; it’s a vital driver of resilience and growth in our rapidly e...
2024-09-1013 min
Sustainability SolvedHow Belu Water Turned Sustainability into £6M in Social Impact: A Business Case StudyIn this episode of the Sustainability Solved Podcast, hosts Will Richardson and Charlie Luxton are joined by Charlotte Harrington, Co-CEO of Belu Water, a social enterprise dedicated to clean water initiatives, exemplified by its partnership with WaterAid. To date, Belu has donated nearly £6 million to WaterAid by selling bottled water and filtration systems. With a strong corporate retail background and a deep passion for sustainability, Charlotte is on a mission to revolutionise the bottled water industry by integrating purpose with profit. Tune in to discover how she and Belu Water are transforming how we consume water! K...
2024-06-1946 minThe Sustainability PodcastUnleashing Innovation: Strategic Partnerships and AI Transformations in Sustainability - News for the Week of June 8, 2024Welcome to The Sustainability Podcast, where we explore the latest trends, innovations, and partnerships driving sustainable solutions across the globe. In this episode, titled "Unleashing Innovation: Strategic Partnerships and AI Transformations in Sustainability," we delve into this week's groundbreaking stories that highlight the transformative power of collaboration in various industries.Join us as we discuss Hitachi and Google Cloud's multi-year partnership aimed at accelerating enterprise innovation with generative AI. Discover how Cisco is bolstering the startup ecosystem with a $1 billion AI investment fund, and learn about Rockwell Automation's collaboration with NVIDIA to enhance industrial AI and mobile...
2024-06-0714 min
Lead The Change#703 Brad Stevenson on Harnessing Insurance for Sustainability: The Premiums for the Planet InitiativeBard MBA candidate Damien Williamson welcomes Brad Stevenson, a lifelong activist, entrepreneur, and sustainability champion with over 30 years of experience in purpose-driven strategy, coaching, consulting, and facilitating programs for executives across various sectors.
Brad discusses his latest venture, “Premiums for the Planet,” a collective action movement aimed at leveraging the insurance industry for sustainability.
In this Episode
Brad’s Journey:
Brad shares his journey from a high school experience that shaped his worldview on racial diversity and privilege to his diverse career path.
He delves into his early work in diversity consul...
2024-05-1655 minThe Sustainability PodcastPowering the Future: This Week's Developments in Energy Transition and Industrial SustainabilityIn this weekly news roundup episode for May 15, 2024, we're diving into groundbreaking developments and major investments that are shaping our sustainable future.In our first segment, we explore significant corporate investments and partnerships driving sustainability forward. Deloitte is making waves with a $2 billion investment to accelerate its industry advantage initiatives, aiming to bolster digital transformation and enhance sustainable practices. Meanwhile, AWS is making a substantial $9 billion investment in cloud infrastructure in Singapore, boosting digital services and sustainability efforts in the region.In Europe, Star Charge and Schneider Electric have signed an MOU to form a...
2024-05-1605 min
Sustainability SolvedBuilding Your Sustainability Dream Team: What Top Companies KnowE186: Show NotesTitle: Exploring Careers in Sustainability In this episode, hosts Will Richardson and Charlie Luxton explore the booming landscape of sustainability careers, a sector that has witnessed huge growth in the UK job market. With sustainability-focused roles accounting for 1/3 of UK job postings, the industry has become a focal point for professionals looking to make positive environmental impact. To delve into this topic, we are joined by Serrol Osman, Director of Verdant Search, a renowned firm specialising in Environmental, Social, Governance (ESG) and sustainability recruitment. Together, they unpack the evolving dynamics of the industry and...
2024-04-1756 minThe Sustainability PodcastInnovating for a Greener Tomorrow: Pioneering Sustainability Efforts Across the GlobeIn this episode of the Sustainability Podcast, host Jim Frazer takes listeners on a global tour of groundbreaking sustainability initiatives. From Eastman's commitment to revolutionizing plastic recycling with a new molecular facility to Titan America's advancements in producing cleaner cement, each story showcases the innovative strides businesses and collaborations are making towards reducing their environmental footprints. We also explore the UK's Green Power Park, a hub for clean energy and electrification technologies, and delve into Shell and Vertagy's partnership to scale up renewable hydrogen production. Additionally, we highlight Schneider Electric's efforts in transforming ene...
2024-04-1012 min
Sustainability SolvedSustainability in 2024: Reflections and ProjectionsIn our latest episode, we sit down with hosts Will Richardson, CEO and Founder of Green Element Group, and Charlie Luxton, an architectural designer focusing on sustainability buildings. Will and Charlie kick off the new year by reflecting on their sustainability journeys, and discuss key trends in sustainability for the year 2024! The conversation touches on sustainable architecture, political shifts and media challenges impacting sustainability, technological advancements, diverse perspectives on environmental activism, and much more! Starting 2024 with Sustainability: Will and Charlie anticipate significant sustainability topics for the year, emphasising the urgency of addressing climate change and biodiversity lo...
2024-01-2450 minTransforming TomorrowUniversities and SustainabilityWhat are universities doing to address sustainability challenges?
Dr Georgiana Allison, Head of Sustainability at Lancaster University, joins Jan and Paul to discuss what the home of the Pentland Centre is doing to become more sustainable. They cover everything from Lancaster’s wind and solar farms, carbon impacts, changing attitudes and behaviours, how to make an impact in the classroom and where there is hope for the future.
Plus, why are sustainability strategies like icing and cake? And has Paul found an ally against rankings and benchmarking?
Find out more about sustainability at La...
2024-01-2231 min
The Greener WayHearing the future of sustainability reporting - Maria MeinertJoining us for this episode is Maria Meinert, director of sustainability at Cochlear. Maria is an experienced sustainability professional and part of FS Sustainability’s inaugural ESG Power50 list, representing one of the 50 most influential sustainability professionals at ASX-listed companies. Maria is joining us to talk about sustainability considerations at a leading MedTech company and Cochlear’s evolving approach to integrated sustainability and financial reporting.This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: OP3 - https://op3.dev/privacy
2023-10-1622 min
The Just Sustainability PodcastClement Loo and more reflection on the Just Sustainability Podcast
This episode contains the second half of the conversation where liz Thomson interviewed me. In it, liz asks me to discuss what I’m most proud of or pleased about Just Sustainability, whether there are dream listeners or guests that I have for the show, and how my career arc has influenced how I approach this podcast.
Clement Loo is a Lecturer/Assistant Professor of Environmental Studies and the Student Success Coordinator in the Office of Equity, Diversity, and Intercultural Programs at the University of Minnesota Morris. In those roles I write, podcast, and teach classes about su...
2023-10-0233 minThe Just Sustainability PodcastClement Loo and more reflection on the Just Sustainability Podcast
This episode contains the second half of the conversation where liz Thomson interviewed me. In it, liz asks me to discuss what I’m most proud of or pleased about Just Sustainability, whether there are dream listeners or guests that I have for the show, and how my career arc has influenced how I approach this podcast.
Clement Loo is a Lecturer/Assistant Professor of Environmental Studies and the Student Success Coordinator in the Office of Equity, Diversity, and Intercultural Programs at the University of Minnesota Morris. In those roles I write, podcast, and teach classes about su...
2023-10-0233 minThe Just Sustainability PodcastClement Loo and more reflection on the Just Sustainability Podcast
This episode contains the second half of the conversation where liz Thomson interviewed me. In it, liz asks me to discuss what I’m most proud of or pleased about Just Sustainability, whether there are dream listeners or guests that I have for the show, and how my career arc has influenced how I approach this podcast.
Clement Loo is a Lecturer/Assistant Professor of Environmental Studies and the Student Success Coordinator in the Office of Equity, Diversity, and Intercultural Programs at the University of Minnesota Morris. In those roles I write, podcast, and teach classes about su...
2023-10-0233 minThe Just Sustainability PodcastClement Loo and reflecting on the Just Sustainability Podcast
In this episode we decided to do something slightly different from what we usually do on the Just Sustainability Podcast. When we finished recording for their episodes at the end of last season, liz Thomson suggested that it might be fun for them to interview me for this podcast. I agreed that the idea did sound fun and thought a couple of episodes featuring me might be a good way to start season 4. Moreover, it seems only fair — after I’ve invited 25 of my friends to appear on this show, be remarkably vulnerable, and reveal a lot about themselves and...
2023-09-2628 minThe Just Sustainability PodcastClement Loo and reflecting on the Just Sustainability Podcast
In this episode we decided to do something slightly different from what we usually do on the Just Sustainability Podcast. When we finished recording for their episodes at the end of last season, liz Thomson suggested that it might be fun for them to interview me for this podcast. I agreed that the idea did sound fun and thought a couple of episodes featuring me might be a good way to start season 4. Moreover, it seems only fair — after I’ve invited 25 of my friends to appear on this show, be remarkably vulnerable, and reveal a lot about themselves and...
2023-09-2628 minThe Just Sustainability PodcastClement Loo and reflecting on the Just Sustainability Podcast
In this episode we decided to do something slightly different from what we usually do on the Just Sustainability Podcast. When we finished recording for their episodes at the end of last season, liz Thomson suggested that it might be fun for them to interview me for this podcast. I agreed that the idea did sound fun and thought a couple of episodes featuring me might be a good way to start season 4. Moreover, it seems only fair — after I’ve invited 25 of my friends to appear on this show, be remarkably vulnerable, and reveal a lot about themselves and...
2023-09-2628 minThe Sustainability PodcastTCS IUX for Sustainability Interview with Suman Mahalanabis & Larry O'BrienARC recently sat down with Suman Mahalanabis, director of product management for Tata Consultancy Services (TCS) to talk about the increasing role of sustainability in manufacturing and how new IoT-enabled systems can help end users reach their sustainability targets while providing a unified environment for things like reporting, visualization, and advanced decision-making capabilities. TCS does this through its IUX platform, which is part of a new class of supervisory systems that can integrate data from various disparate systems and applications within the enterprise to create a unified and holistic environment that enables users to see the true p...
2023-08-2921 minSustainability SolvedStriking a Chord for the Planet: Music's Journey to SustainabilityTitle: Striking a Chord for the Planet: Music's Journey to SustainabilityStory:Welcome to an exciting episode of the Sustainability Solved Podcast, where our spotlight falls on an industry renowned for creativity and innovation: the music industry. The music industry has the power and influence to make huge strides in the environmental movement, but who is responsible for leading the change?Our guests today have certainly struck a chord in the music industry for their leadership in sustainability: Lewis Jamieson, co-founder of Music Declares Emergency (MDE) and Hannah Cox, founder of Better Not...
2023-08-231h 08
Sustainability SolvedLessons from Down Under: Australia’s Sustainability JourneyAustralia is at the forefront of the climate change movement, facing the need to protect its biosecurity, enhance climate resilience, and overcome geographic isolation. Over the past five years Australia has made significant strides towards sustainability, particularly through its commitment to partnering with the private sector. Together, they aim to design out waste and pollution, promote material reuse, and work towards supporting the circular economy by 2023.Join us in this month’s episode of our podcast as we delve into Australia’s role in tackling climate change and its unique sustainability challenges. Our special guests Dr. Mary Stew...
2023-07-1938 min
Making of the SRE OmeletteEpisode 5 - Sustainability begins with DesignDesign transforms the human experience with technology - including the experience for Site Reliability Engineers. And enduring Sustainable results are only achieved when we consider Sustainability in the entire solution life cycle beginning with Design. In this episode, I have a conversation with Erin Buonomo, Executive Director of Design and Chris Hammond, Distinguished Designer of IBM Sustainability Software on how the SRE discipline can embrace Design for a better experience for Site Reliability Engineers and clients we support - as well as how we partner up to achieve our Sustainability goals.
2023-07-1134 min
The SustainUW PodcastThe Office of Sustainability Turns ElevenThe University of Wisconsin–Madison has a long history of producing prominent environmental figures like Aldo Leopold and wide-ranging sustainability research, but institutional, campus-focused sustainability initiatives are relatively recent. This spring, the Office of Sustainability entered its second decade, and hosts Kylie Schedler and Rose Adler-Rephan wanted to learn more about where the Office has been and where it's headed in the next ten years. Tune in as they interview two staff members—Tim Lindstrom, the student intern program manager, and Nathan Jandl, the associate director of sustainability—to discuss topics from the creation of the student intern program to dre...
2023-06-1640 min
Making of the SRE OmeletteEpisode 3 - Sustainability by the Numbers & Call to Action for SRERishi Vaish, VP and CTO of IBM Sustainability Software takes us through Sustainability by the Numbers to give us context and scope of the impact of climate change and why we need to act now. Rishi also gives concrete examples of what we can do to make a difference. In addition, he has a call to action for Site Reliability Engineers - from questions to get us to think of sustainability from the start, as well as considerations to be more sustainable from our roles.For example:what...
2023-04-2228 min
Making of the SRE OmeletteEpisode 2 - Reliable SustainabilitySustainability is no longer just an ambition, over the last few years, we’re starting to see companies actively doing things and changing their behaviours to be more sustainable.Suzanne Livingston, VP of Development & Reliability Engineering at IBM Sustainability Software takes the audience through the journey of building a solution that is reliable and sustainable from day one. She also shares insights on why Sustainability is the focus of companies today, success stories with customers she has worked with and what IBM is doing to help their customers to achieve sustainability goals.
2023-04-2230 min
Making of the SRE OmeletteEpisode 1 - Sustainability ExplainedIf you’re listening for the first time and wonder what does an Omelette has to do with SRE - it is based on the analogy that Culture is the outcome of what we do - so in the context of the chicken or the egg. It is like an Omelette.In season 1 of the show, we focused the culture and practice to achieve the reliability engineering outcome. Season two is all about how the practice of Site Reliability Engineering can play a big part in helping and leading us to a more sustainable fu...
2023-04-2228 min
Sustainability SuccessCultural Sustainability EXPLAINEDThis episode is about Cultural Sustainability EXPLAINED.
Here's a summary of what I will talk about:
What is Cultural Sustainability?
Cultural Sustainability can be Material and Immaterial
The Importance of Cultural Sustainability
The Importance of Cultural Sustainability for the SDGs
Elements of Cultural Sustainability
1. What Is Part Of a Culture
2. Preserving Cultural Identity
3. Promoting Culture
4. Adapting to Cultural changes
Challenges to Achieving Cultural Sustainability
Strategies for Achieving Cultural Sustainability
Learn more about cultural sustainability on the Sustainability Success website!
2023-03-2810 min
Sustainability SuccessTriple Bottom Line Of Sustainability EXPLAINEDThis episode is about Triple Bottom Line Of Sustainability EXPLAINED.
Here's a summary of what I will talk about:
What is the triple bottom line of sustainability?
The Environmental bottom line
The Social bottom line
The Economic bottom line
Why is the triple bottom line of sustainability important?
Sustainable development goals and the triple bottom line
Certifications based on the triple bottom line of sustainability
The triple bottom line of sustainability and ESG
Learn more about the triple bottom line of sustainability on the Sustainability Success website!
2023-03-2820 min
Sustainability SuccessWhat Is Sustainability In Fashion?This episode is about What Is Sustainability In Fashion?
Here's a summary of what I will talk about:
What is Sustainability in fashion: the 3 Principles
Business models for sustainable fashion
1. The circular economy in fashion
2. Renting and sharing
3. Upcycling and recycling
4. Vintage and secondhand shopping
5. Sustainable textile materials
6. Fair trade for the fashion industry
Benefits of sustainability in fashion
Criticism of sustainability in fashion
How to shop sustainably for fashion
1. Do your research
2. Quality over quantity
3. Shop secondhand
4. Rent or borrow
5. Support sustainable brands
Sustainable fashion brands
Learn more about what is sustainability in fashion on...
2023-03-2814 min
Sustainability SuccessSelf Sustainability EXPLAINEDThis episode is about Self Sustainability EXPLAINED.
Here's a summary of what I will talk about:
The benefits of self-sustainability
Why is self-sustainability important?
The challenges of self sustainability
How to become self-sustainable
1. Reduce your energy consumption
2. Grow your own food
3. Use natural building materials
4. Use a rain catchment system
How to create a self sustainable home
The history of self sustainability
The future of self sustainability
Learn more about self-sustainability on the Sustainability Success website!
2023-03-2811 min
Sustainability SuccessESG And Sustainability EXPLAINEDThis episode is about ESG And Sustainability EXPLAINED.
Here's a summary of what I will talk about:
What is ESG?
The 3 pillars of ESG
What is Sustainability?
The triple bottom line
What’s the difference between ESG and sustainability?
The Importance of ESG
The Benefits of Implementing ESG
How to Implement ESG
ESG Metrics
The ESG Reporting Process
The Future of ESG
Blockchain-based Automated ESG financing
Learn more about ESG and sustainability on the Sustainability Success website!
2023-03-2714 min
Sustainability SuccessHow Can Recycling Materials Lead To Environmental Sustainability?This episode is about How Can Recycling Materials Lead To Environmental Sustainability?
Here's a summary of what I will talk about:
How recycling Materials can lead to environmental sustainability
Recycling materials and its benefits to the environment
Recycling and the circular economy: towards environmental sustainability
Recycling at home and at work
Learn more about how recycling can help environmental sustainability on the Sustainability Success website!
2023-03-2707 min
Resource Positive AgricultureExploring How to Tell the Story of Sustainability with Brandy Wilson and Mike NemethThis episode covers the Manitoba Water Stewardship Project, which is a collaborative effort between the province of Manitoba and potato growers in Western Canada. The project is designed to capture the stories of growers who are already implementing water stewardship practices on their farms. Brandy Wilson, Global Sustainability Director at J.R. Simplot Company, and Mike Nemeth, Senior Advisor of Agricultural and Environmental Sustainability at Nutrien, join host John Mesko to chat about why sustainability is an ongoing process and not just a checkbox metric. Show Notes: https://potatosustainability.org/ep-11-exploring-how-tell-story-sustainability-brandy-wilson-mike-nemeth/ Connect with:
2023-03-1632 min
The Sustainability PodcastMaximizing Environmental Sustainability for Complex Chemical Processes - with Vineeth Ram of OLI SystemsMaximizing Environmental Sustainability for Complex Chemical Processes - with Vineeth Ram of OLI SystemsIn this episode, Vineeth Ram discusses:Environmental Sustainability in industrial chemical processes Role of chemical process simulation in enhancing sustainabilityCarbon capture, transportation, storage and utilizationPillars of sustainabilityAsset integrity in geothermal energy productionElimination of toxic contamination from air and water Supply of lithium and other critical materials for EV Batteries.Evolution of real-time monitoring and automation for operations excellenceBelow is an abstract of this conversation:Process simulation technology is critical to enhancing sustainability – air and water quality, decarbonization, accele...
2023-02-2320 min
UW Sustainability - "In Our Nature"UW Sustainability Director Lisa DuludeWe're back! We're re-launching the podcast by talking to the new director of UW Sustainability. Lisa Dulude joined the UW Sustainability office in May 2022. Prior to starting at UW, she served for 12 years as the Energy and Sustainability Manager for Snohomish County. In this episode, Lisa talks about her sustainability background, some of the big sustainability opportunities at UW and ways for students, faculty and staff to get involved.
UW Sustainability website: http://sustainability.uw.edu
2022-11-0220 minThe Greener WayCalling “enough” on incremental sustainability progress – Mathew NelsonEarlier this year, EY published Enough: A review of corporate sustainability, in a world running out of time. The report calls for a total rethink of corporate sustainability, including posing questions to companies on breaking the cycle of incrementalism.EY Oceania chief sustainability officer Mathew Nelson joins to explain why keeping on with the status quo on sustainability is no longer fit for purpose, why Patagonia founder Yvon Chouinard’s billion-dollar donation is good, but not a universal solution, and why the TV show the Good Place is a model for sustainability.This podcast uses...
2022-09-2625 min
Sustainability SuccessHow Can Edge Computing Be Used To Improve Sustainability?This episode is about: How Can Edge Computing Be Used To Improve Sustainability?
Here's a summary of what I will talk about:
What is edge computing?
how Can edge Computing Be Used To Improve Sustainability?
1. Reduced energy consumption
2. Reuse existing hardware
3. Improved resilience and can work offline
4. Reduced latency allows more efficient services
5. Improved security and privacy
6. Scalability
Edge computing has multiple benefits for sustainability
Cloud vs. Edge computing
Learn more about how Edge Computing can be used to improve sustainability on the Sustainability Success website!
2022-09-1610 min
Sustainability SuccessEmotional Sustainability EXPLAINEDThis episode is about Emotional Sustainability EXPLAINED.
Here's a summary of what I will talk about:
What is Emotional Sustainability?
Emotional sustainability and sustainable development
Improving Emotional Sustainability
1. Relationship Management
2. Self-Awareness
3. Self-Management
4. Social Awareness
Learn more about emotional sustainability on the Sustainability Success website!
2022-09-1610 min
Sustainability SuccessHuman Sustainability EXPLAINEDThis episode is about Human Sustainability EXPLAINED.
Here's a summary of what I will talk about:
What is Human Sustainability?
Major Concerns in Human Sustainability
1. Consumption Trends
2. Societal Values and Social Justice
3. Population Growth
4. Society, Civilization, and globalization
How Can You Improve Human Sustainability?
1. Drive Less
2. Think Twice Before Shopping
3. Choose Your Water Wisely
4. Go Plastic-Free
5. Green Your Home
6. Avoid Products that Endanger Wildlife
Learn more about human sustainability on the Sustainability Success website!
2022-09-1610 min
Sustainability SuccessThe 3 E's Of Sustainability: The Triple Bottom LineThis episode is about The 3 E's Of Sustainability: The Triple Bottom Line.
Here's a summary of what I will talk about:
What are The 3 E’s of sustainability?
Economy
Ecology
Equity
Why are the three E’s of sustainability important?
Learn more about the 3 E's of sustainability on the Sustainability Success website!
2022-09-1609 min
Sustainability SuccessEconomic SustainabilityThis episode is about Economic Sustainability.
Here's a summary of what I will talk about:
What is economic sustainability?
What does “sustainable” mean?
From the linear model to the circular economy
Why is economic sustainability important?
How to achieve economic sustainability?
Economic sustainability examples in business
1. Industry 4.0: Improve the efficiency of the business
2. Conscious economic decision making
3. Prefer eco friendly products and services
Conscious today, economic success tomorrow
Learn more about economic sustainability on the Sustainability Success website!
2022-09-1610 min
Sustainability Success40 Environmental & Sustainability Fun FactsThis episode is about 40 Environmental & Sustainability Fun Facts.
Here's a summary of what I will talk about the following interesting facts about sustainability and the environment:
Environmental and Sustainability fun facts
1. Seaweed might be the food of the future
2. The product cycle is a circular economy – the perfect way to reuse products
3. Many global leaders embraced the united nation’s sustainable development goals
4. Climatic change definition
5. China and the USA are the TOP polluters in the world
6. Air pollution in Mpumalanga province
7. CO2 emissions need to drop by 45% by 2030, OR NOT?
8. Energy is the main factor lead...
2022-09-1618 minResource Positive AgricultureEp. 5: Water Sustainability, Rooted in Good Agronomy with Mike NemethSustainability strategist and newly appointed lead of PSA’s water sustainability team, Mike Nemeth, joins host John Mesko to talk about all things water sustainability. Nemeth shares his career experiences in environmental stewardship, explains the differences and importance of water sustainability approaches, and shares some of the challenges in measuring and accounting for good on-farm water stewardship practices. Show Notes: https://potatosustainability.org/ep-5-water-sustainability/ Connect with: Potato Sustainability Alliance on Twitter or LinkedIn John Mesko on Twitter or LinkedIn Mike Nemeth on LinkedIn
2022-08-2231 min
Sustainability SuccessThe 4 Pillars Of SustainabilityThis episode is about The 4 Pillars Of Sustainability.
In this episode I will talk about:
What do the four Pillars of sustainability represent in sustainable development?
human sustainability pillar
Social sustainability pillar
economic sustainability pillar
environmental sustainability pillar
Why are the four pillars of sustainability (4 Ps) so important for your business?
What does ESG stand for?
Learn more in my 4 pillars of sustainability article on the Sustainability Success website!
2022-08-1814 min
Sustainability SuccessThe Three Pillars Of SustainabilityThis episode is about the 3 pillars of sustainability.
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In this episode I will talk about:
What are the three pillars of sustainability?
The Environmental pillar.
The Social pillar.
The Economic pillar.
Why are the 3 pillars of sustainability important?
Sustainable development goals and the 3 pillars.
certifications based on the 3 pillars of sustainability.
the three pillars of sustainability and...
2022-08-1717 min
Sustainability SuccessSocial SustainabilityThis episode is about Social Sustainability and I will talk about:
What is social sustainability?
Various forms of social sustainability.
Examples of social sustainability.
Social sustainability in the care for the elderly.
Social sustainability in childcare.
Social sustainability in business.
Why social sustainability is important?
Learn more on my blog post about social sustainability and its importance as one of the 3 pillars of sustainability.
2022-08-1720 min
Sustainability Success3 Ps Of Sustainability (3 Principles Of Sustainability & Sustainable Development)This episode is about the 3 Ps Of Sustainability also known as the 3 Principles Of Sustainability and Sustainable Development.
In this episode you will learn:
What are the 3 Ps of sustainability? People, Profit, Planet
The first P: the Planet
The second P: Profit
The third P: People
Why are the 3 Ps of sustainability so important for your business?
Learn more about the 3 Ps of sustainability in our blog, and don't forget to follow our Sustainability Success podcast!
2022-08-1510 min
Sustainability SuccessIntroduction to sustainable development and sustainabilityIntroduction to 👉 SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT 👈 and Sustainability.
In this episode you will learn:
What is Sustainability? EASY definition of Sustainable
Introduction of Sustainable Development
3 Principles of sustainable development: People, Profit, Planet
Corporate sustainability and sustainable business
Sustainability for small businesses: difficulties and opportunities
Examples of sustainability: how to achieve sustainable development?
The path towards sustainability: becoming greener
Sustainability is explained in a simple way, so you can start your journey towards a more sustainable and green lifestyle with ease!
You can learn more in our blog post:
👉 Introduction To Sustainable Development And Sustainabil...
2022-07-2543 min
IBM Full StackSustainability & Carbon Reporting in Real Estate ManagementEpisode 7 features Paul Gatland, Partner Ecosystem Manager from IBM with two guest speakers, James Hobbs, general manager EMEA from Envizi (an IBM company) and Peter Lemon, Strategic Consultant from our partner MACS EU. In this episode, the conversation revolves around an imperative topic, Sustainability. The in-depth discussion explores how sustainability has changed the real estate market in recent times and the impact of the recently introduced mandatory climate change reporting rules on carbon emissions management. Tune in to learn more about the predicted roadmap of carbon reporting and how IBM Sustainability software and Envizi is able to assist with...
2022-06-2414 min
Sustainability TalkSustainability Talk TrailerHave you ever wondered why climate change is such a big issue? Why do we always hear about SDGs and the fate of the planet? Would wading in a river be much more useful than sitting in a classroom? This is Sustainability Talk, a podcast about inspiring people involved in researching, teaching, and learning about sustainability presented to you by The Sustainability Collective from NCKU. In each episode guests from around the world share their knowledge and passion about sustainability. We also highlight cutting edge and innovative research happening right here at NCKU. The stories you will hear are...
2022-03-1727 min
Sustainability ExploredSustainability Explored is back with new season #9 and few important updates.After extended vacations, Sustainability Explored is back! The podcast enters a new season, #9, with important updates.
The founder of the podcast, Anna Bellatig, embarks on a new adventure in sustainability and management . By means of this news, Anna passes the role of a podcast host to one of her interviewees, a circular designer, Aya Ulan (deardesign studio) and an aspiring nurse, Tamila Ulan (Universitat de Barcelona).
Both new co-hosts, Aya and Tamila are loyal listeners of the podcast and actively engaged in resolving challenges of sustainability in different fields, built environment and healthcare.
An...
2021-10-0111 min
UW Sustainability - "In Our Nature"CSF Spotlight 7 Interview with UW Sustainability Director, Claudia Frere-AndersonOn this episode of the CSF Spotlight, we are joined by UW Sustainability director, Claudia Frere-Anderson. Claudia joined the University of Washington in 2009 and she has led huge Sustainability efforts since then, working as a pioneer of sustainability. Listen to learn about University of Washington's history in sustainability advancements and the critical role Claudia played in it, and to hear about her successes in the sustainability space. As well as, join us to say a warm goodbye to Claudia as she is parting with the university after 12 years of service. In her new endeavors, Claudia is taking on a...
2021-09-271h 00
The Seaside Sustainability PodcastTeaching the Future Decision-Makers in Sustainability (ft. Seaside's Green Scholars Team)In the second episode of Dive in with Seaside, Nikita and Laine discuss environmental education at the middle school and high school levels with members of Seaside Sustainability’s Green Scholars Team, Juan Sandoval, Catherine Mudd, Audrey Jennings, and Julia O’Donnell. Dive in with us to learn about how Seaside Sustainability promotes environmental education and how this team of interns works to spread our organization's educational programs.
For access to the transcript of this episode, click here.
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2021-08-1821 minThe Just Sustainability PodcastTroy Goodnough: Intercultural Sustainability Leaders
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I suspect that, for the past decade, I’ve worked more closely with Troy Goodnough than with any other colleague or collaborator. I can’t think of many of my professional projects that haven’t benefited in some way from Troy’s contributions. Troy is the Sustainability Director at the University of Minnesota Morris (and happens to be the first Sustainability Director hired within the University of Minnesota system). In that role he’s helped guide UMN Morris to become one of the most environmentally sustainable college campuses in the United States (for example, the campus has recently b...
2021-07-1732 minThe Just Sustainability PodcastTroy Goodnough: Intercultural Sustainability Leaders
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I suspect that, for the past decade, I’ve worked more closely with Troy Goodnough than with any other colleague or collaborator. I can’t think of many of my professional projects that haven’t benefited in some way from Troy’s contributions. Troy is the Sustainability Director at the University of Minnesota Morris (and happens to be the first Sustainability Director hired within the University of Minnesota system). In that role he’s helped guide UMN Morris to become one of the most environmentally sustainable college campuses in the United States (for example, the campus has recently b...
2021-07-1732 minThe Just Sustainability PodcastTroy Goodnough: Intercultural Sustainability Leaders
e09-transcriptDownload
I suspect that, for the past decade, I’ve worked more closely with Troy Goodnough than with any other colleague or collaborator. I can’t think of many of my professional projects that haven’t benefited in some way from Troy’s contributions. Troy is the Sustainability Director at the University of Minnesota Morris (and happens to be the first Sustainability Director hired within the University of Minnesota system). In that role he’s helped guide UMN Morris to become one of the most environmentally sustainable college campuses in the United States (for example, the campus has recently b...
2021-07-1732 min
EcoTalks: We Want Answers!Landing a Dream Job in SustainabilityMeet our first guest, Nour Attia, one of the first EcoReps at AUS and currently a Sustainability Coordinator at Majid Al Futtaim. In this episode, she shares how she first fell in love with sustainability, the most significant sustainability-related lessons she learned during her time at AUS, and how this prepared her for a career in sustainability. Then, she discusses her job and shares tips for aspiring sustainability professionals.
2021-05-0309 minUW Sustainability - "In Our Nature"Tri-campus Q&A: talking sustainability with Bothell, Seattle and TacomaDaimon Eklund and Toren Elste of UW Sustainability are joined by UW Bothell's Alexa Russo and UW Tacoma's Allan Cortina to answer questions about sustainability on all three UW campuses.
Learn more:
UW Sustainability website: green.uw.edu
Facebook: UWSustainability
Instagram: sustainableUW
UW Bothell sustainability website: www.uwb.edu/sustainability
Instagram: uwbsustainability
Common Caws podcast
UW Tacoma sustainability website: www.tacoma.uw.edu/uwt/fa/sustainability
2021-04-0253 min
Common Caws for Sustainability PodcastMain: Campus History and Campus Sustainability Common 'Cawses' - Common Caws for Sustainability - Ep1The UW Bothell/Cascadia College campus has a rich history spanning from original indigenous lands, to a European logging town, a cattle ranch, and now its present-day higher education campus. The Bothell campus has a strong commitment to sustainability and features a wide variety of sustainability attributes including our 58-acres of restored wetland which houses North Creek, a salmon-baring tributary to the Puget Sound. Our first episode introduces the campus sustainability offices, as well as the crowning jewel of campus and its services to the campus community.Contact us at arusso45@uw.edu or sclassen@cascadia.edu.
2021-01-0421 min
Sustainability ExploredSustainability Predictions for 2021, with Gro Dyrnes from Innovation NorwayIn today’s episode, Gro Dyrnes, Regional Director Americas at Innovation Norway, offers us a sneak peek at the ideas, predictions, and expectations about the upcoming 2021. This is the last episode of 2020 - and we tried to make it special and truly worth listening to.
What you'll learn:
- the progress humanity achieved in 2020 on the sustainability/ circular economy fronts;
- sustainability predictions for 2021;
- the sectors of the economy that are expected to undergo major change and more 'greening'
- business and study opportunities Innovation Norway offers - don't miss those out!
Resources mentioned:
Innovation Norway is the Norwegian Gov...
2020-12-3143 minSustainability ExploredSustainability Certification for SMEs, with David Goodman from Edenark GroupIn this episode, David Goodman, CEO and President of the Edenark Group, talks about the ‘how’ and ‘why’ of adjusting environmental management systems within small, and mid-sized companies. By doing what is best for the world and its people, it’s very likely for sales to improve as well.
Today, more and more customers are demanding certifications of sustainability. The ISO 14001 standards were designed to increase sustainability within the largest companies. Now, those standards have been formatted for application in medium -, and smaller companies, which leads to a more competitive edge with lower costs, higher revenues, increased sales, and increased...
2020-12-2438 minSustainability ExploredVertical farming for food sustainability: the case of Eden Green Technology, with Eddy BadrinaEddy Badrina joins us today for an exciting conversation on the role played by vertical farming to food sustainability. With advanced greenhouse technologies and a resilience-focused mindset, we can produce local and nutritious products, such as greens and herbs, that will feed the world as demand increases. Eddy will guide us through the exciting world of vertical hydroponic greenhouses, from what it actually means, to the patented technologies of his firm, their business model, and the advantages of producing food at a local level. To his view, this type of food production represents the future and has already proved...
2020-12-1038 minSustainability ExploredSustainability through the economic & political lens, with Noel Bagwell from The Honest Lawyer PodcastJoin us on a new-style episode with Noel Bagwell as we peel the onion around the economics and politics of sustainability. In just about an hour and a half, we scan through a lot of difficult questions on our grandest sustainability and development challenges, such as “Should we regulate pandemics?”, “Should we ban conquest?” and “What political regime is best for sustainability?”. Noel deep dives into the role of the government to provide public goods, freedom, and property, as well as its limitations in solving our issues. In the end, sustainability requires a systemic perspective and the involvement of all socio-econom...
2020-11-191h 12Sustainability ExploredHow to Communicate Sustainability Effectively with Erica Larson from Pixel PowerJoin us today, as we discuss with Erica Larson about the art & science of branding and marketing sustainability. It's new, yet it's a hot topic that will only get more traction as brands expand their role in society and need to communicate their global footprint. Erica shares insights from her unique journey into communicating sustainability in engineering and the built environment. Things such as how her web design and marketing services agency helps companies communicate their sustainability narratives; why technical and scientific teams need to pair with the creative brains of marketing professionals; and how companies can measure marketing...
2020-09-1025 min
The SustainUW PodcastWhat is Sustainability? (ft. special guest Missy Nergard)Sustainability is a contemporary buzzword, but what does it really mean? How are environmental, social, and economic sustainability interrelated? And what's happening with sustainability on the UW–Madison campus?
In Episode 1 of our first season, hosts Savannah Holt and Catie McDonald dive into the concept of sustainability before welcoming to the show Missy Nergard, who is the Director of Sustainability at UW–Madison. Have a listen to hear about Nergard's philosophy and approach to campus sustainability, and why she thinks UW–Madison is such an exciting place to be.
2020-09-0138 minSustainability ExploredDesign with Sustainability in Mind. Interview with Aya UlanToday, we're excited to be joined by Aya Ulan in a conversation about sustainable design. Step by step, we dive into the principles of the circular design, including product durability and reparability, as well as how these fit our current needs to reduce waste and pollution. Circular design constitutes a key driver of the system transformation we seek through the sustainability approach. It teaches us to treat waste as a valuable material. Aya will share more from her experience with eco-friendly furniture based on recycled and upcycled materials, the challenges with recycling infrastructure, and the need for cross-sector collaboration...
2020-08-2750 minSustainability ExploredHow to Become a Strong Sustainability Professional or SustainAble: From vision to results. Interview with Virginia CinquemaniIn this episode, we're joined by Virginia Cinquemani, author, entrepreneur, and consultant in the sustainability field, to discuss what is needed to achieve success as a sustainability professional, a topic that has been the center of her recent book. Virginia will shed more light on the key characteristics needed by strong professionals in the sustainability arena, including communication and selling. Thus, we also review the main challenges trumping people throughout their journeys, such as not feeling heard or impactful, which affects 90% of professionals. We share key recommendations on improving sustainability communication, time management to achieve goals and finding the m...
2020-08-201h 03Sustainability ExploredThe Quadruple Bottom Line in Business Sustainability - What's New? Interview with Kumar IyerJoin us today, as Kumar Iyer introduces an innovative model - the quadruple bottom line - to design and implement sustainability in modern organizations. What is the triple bottom line, as well as the ESG standards and the UN SDGs, missing to enact real change? Here's a hint: when people have a difficult time self-regulating, we need principles to drive our actions. Kumar goes on to share real-life examples of the power inherent in a model that includes principles to drive increased transparency, clarity, and accountability in planning and implementing sustainability activities. Finally, we also review the role of t...
2020-07-3051 minSustainability ExploredEffective Lightning for Individual Well-Being & Sustainability. Interview with Terry John from LifeLight StudioJoin us today, as we discuss with the light consultant, Terry John, about the importance of effective lighting in improving our lives. Light is a key building block of our environments and, therefore, it critically affects our health and well-being, making it an important lifestyle sustainability factor. However, one issue with light is that its effects are subversive: we often don't realize how much it helps in regulating our emotions, controlling our conditions, and keeping our circadian rhythm in check. Terry shares key lessons from his experience, such as the role played by poor office lighting to the sick...
2020-07-1637 minUW Sustainability - "In Our Nature"Sustainability Stories: Investing in intersectional sustainability with the Campus Sustainability FundThis is the audio from an online talk by Fotima Ibrokhim, Yahia Ali and Michael Diamond of the Campus Sustainability Fund (CSF), as part of the Sustainability Stories @ UW series.
The University of Washington's Campus Sustainability Fund (CSF) is a student-run and student-funded grant program that works to support and facilitate intersectional sustainability projects on the UW campus. In the recent years, the CSF staff and committee has made the conscious and intentional decision to lead the CSF towards intersectional sustainability. The CSF team particularly recognizes the disproportionate ways in which climate change affects Black communities and e...
2020-07-1041 min
UW Sustainability - "In Our Nature"2020 Earth Day talk: State of Sustainability at the UW with Provost Mark RichardsAs part of the University of Washington's recognition of Earth Day's 50th anniversary, Provost Mark Richards and VP of Facilities Lou Cariello spoke about current and future sustainability efforts at the UW, including the newly-released Sustainability Strategy.
Learn more about the Strategy at green.uw.edu/plan
Their discussion was followed by updates and a Q&A session with UW Sustainability Director Claudia Frere-Anderson and Campus Sustainability Fund Coordinator Kyle McDermott.
2020-05-0557 minSustainability ExploredWokenUp - a social network for sustainability specialists. Interview with Simon Puleston JonesWhere do sustainability specialists connect? How to maximize your impact and purpose in the sphere of sustainability? This episode will guide you through the 1st social network for sustainability professionals, WokenUp. Check it out: wokenup.com
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2020-03-2633 minSustainability ExploredEvery job is a Sustainability job. Discussion with Lincoln BleveansHow and when the first sustainability jobs appeared? Are there enough sustainability professionals in the workforce now to tackle global challenges, including climate change? A look into the future of sustainability market, and how to make every job a sustainability job?
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2019-11-0935 minSustainability ExploredCorporate Sustainability: a new norm?The concept, key aspects and principles of corporate sustainability, and success stories of those companies that have started their way towards sustainability.
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2019-06-1537 min
UW Sustainability - "In Our Nature"" Campus Sustainability, Diversity & Inclusion" - WOHESC 2019 opening plenaryStudents and executive leaders from Washington and Oregon shared perspectives on integrating social sustainability across academic systems in this opening plenary at the 2019 Washington & Oregon Higher Education Sustainability Conference (WOHESC), hosted by the University of Washington on February 26-27. For more information on WOHESC: http://wohesc.org/program/
Moderator: Terryl Ross | Assistant Dean of Diversity for College of the Environment, University of Washington
Speakers:
Jeanne Allen | Chair, Campus Sustainability Fund & Graduate Student Representative, Environmental Stewardship Committee, University of Washington
Teri Fane | ASPCC Student Body President, Portland Community College Cascade Campus
Angel Mandujano-Guevara...
2019-03-2756 minUW Sustainability - "In Our Nature"6 - UW Bothell Sustainability Coordinator Alexa RussoAlexa Russo, sustainability coordinator at UW Bothell, discusses sustainability features on the Bothell campus and ways the UWB community and others can get involved.
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2018-11-2817 minLead The ChangeSustainable Business Fridays: Certifying Sustainability and TransparencyOn February 5th, Bard MBA in Sustainability spoke with Eric Henry, President of TS Designs. TS offers the most sustainable t-shirts and printing options on the planet. They use organic cotton, recycled materials and even an organic “dirt to shirt” grown and made in North Carolina shirts and use water based inks. They also use on site solar, wind and compost power to power much of their facilities.Eric has always had a heart for farming and gardening from a little kid- despite the fact he grew up in a large city. He started out thinking he would study agri...
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