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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
The Greener WayHow direct indexing could supercharge ESGWhile still at a very nascent stage in Australia, direct indexing holds great potential – particularly for ESG and responsible investors.Investing in line with your values is a very idiosyncratic desire as what’s important to one investor can differ greatly for another. Being able to build a low-cost, custom portfolio that removes all the ESG exposures an investor doesn’t want while still tracking a selected benchmark could prove a game-changer in more ways than one.Briefcase founder and chief executive Josh Persky joins The Greener Way to discuss exactly what direct indexing involves and wh...2025-06-1617 min
Sustainable TransformationWhy sustainability could save (or sink) your business | &BLOOM Sustainability & ESGSustainability isn’t just a ‘nice to have’. It’s a strategic must-have for 2025 and beyond. In this episode, Kiarne Treacy sits down with Sydney Straver, Founder of award-winning ESG advisory firm &BLOOM Sustainability & ESG, to unpack what really matters in sustainability right now. From the rise of materiality assessments (and the difference between double and single materiality) to why waiting for regulations could cost you big, Sydney shares a practical, business-first approach to embedding sustainability into real growth and value creation. They dive into the risks businesses aren’t seeing yet, how customer e...2025-04-2937 min
Sustainable Business in ChinaESG in Property ServicesIn this episode, we unpack how ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance) principles are reshaping China’s property services sector amid the era of stock competition. Joined by an expert from leading sustainability consultancy Make Your Sustainability Consulting, we dissect a groundbreaking report that reveals three core ESG dimensions—low carbon & climate resilience, resource efficiency, and inclusive community-building—and how they translate into actionable strategies for property firms. 2025-03-0518 min
ESG In Property PodcastEmbodied Carbon, Green Leases & Stakeholder Engagement: Lessons from Stanhopes Sustainability JourneyHow do leading developers like Stanhope tackle climate risks, reduce carbon emissions, and implement effective ESG strategies?
In this episode of The ESG in Property Podcast, Adam Hinds and Jordan Relfe MRICs speak with Nils Rage, Head of ESG at Stanhope PLC, a developer responsible for over £40 billion in real estate assets and £4 billion under management.
About Nils Rage:
Nils shares how he has built a comprehensive ESG framework at Stanhope, integrating sustainability into every stage of the property lifecycle—from pre-acquisition to design, construction, and ongoing operations.
With extensive expertise in r...2025-01-301h 01
Sustainability 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 01The Greener WayAnti-ESG at home and abroad: Trump, Dutton, and Meta with Morningstar’s Michelle CameronSustainable investing is experiencing a rise in anti-ESG sentiment – both abroad and at home.US President Donald Trump’s move back to the White House this week heralds the next stage of anti-ESG, anti-climate, and anti-DEI sentiments overseas.Media reports here in Australia predict that we could soon see the same on home soil depending on the outcome of the federal election to be held to be held on or before 17 May 2025.This comes as Meta recently announced it will swap fact-checking for user-generated community labelling.Here to discuss is Morningstar Sust...2025-01-2016 min
2050 Investors — Economic and markets megatrends, ahead of 2050’s global sustainability targetsREPLAY · Decarbonising Happiness (Part 1): Sustainable Well-being in Modern Society | Economy, ESG, ProsperityPart 1 of the episode. Don't miss Claudia Senik's interview in Part 2.What really drives happiness in the 21st century? The UN designates March 20 as “International Day of Happiness” to celebrate the importance of happiness and well-being as “universal goals and aspirations in the lives of human beings worldwide and in public policy objectives".Join Kokou Agbo-Bloua as he delves into the dynamics of happiness economics and the pursuit of genuine well-being in today's globalized world. Kokou questions the conventional metrics of success and prosperity, pondering whether the path t...2024-12-1924 min
2050 Investors — Economic and markets megatrends, ahead of 2050’s global sustainability targetsREPLAY · Decarbonising Happiness (Part 2): Interview with Claudia Senik, professor at the Paris School of Economics | ESG, ProsperityPart 2 of the episode. We recommend you listen to Part 1 if you haven't already.What really drives happiness in the 21st century? The UN designates March 20 as “International Day of Happiness” to celebrate the importance of happiness and well-being as “universal goals and aspirations in the lives of human beings worldwide and in public policy objectives".Join Kokou Agbo-Bloua as he delves into the dynamics of happiness economics and the pursuit of genuine well-being in today's globalized world. Kokou questions the conventional metrics of success and prosperity, ponder...2024-12-1916 min
Transforming TomorrowB-School to ESG SchoolHow can business and management schools help to shape the leaders the world needs? It’s time to examine how we operate, and how we can change to better suit the businesses of the future.
Dr Marian Iszatt-White becomes our first return guest as she talks to Jan and Paul about her work on the B-School to ESG School project. Her latest work is looking at how Environmental, Social and Governance should be at the heart of a business school’s operations.
Discover how we can help to ensure our graduates go into the world and...2024-12-1626 min
ESG In Property PodcastESG as an Investment Tool: How Wealth Managers Evaluate Real EstateDiscover how institutional investors are reshaping property investment through the lens of ESG Paris Jordan, Head of Responsible Investing at Charles Stanley and Co-Founder of VirtuVest.
Join us as we explore practical insights from one of the UK's most influential voices in sustainable investment. Named in Financial News Rising Stars of Europe Finance 2024 and managing portfolios within Charles Stanley's £35 billion asset base, Paris shares her expertise on evolving property investment strategies post-Brexit and COVID-19.
Key Insights:
Understanding ESG fundamentals: Risk assessment tools vs sustainability strategies
Market evolution: Post-Brexit and COVID-19 impact on property investments
Data visualisa...2024-11-1459 minThe Greener WayCareer change advice: How to break into ESG and sustainability with Belinda WhiteWith ESG and sustainability roles in high demand, many professionals are eyeing a career change into this impactful sector.In this episode, host Rose Mary Petrass speaks with Belinda White, who successfully transitioned from a communications background into the world of responsible investing and ESG.She now works company-side at Telix Pharmaceuticals as Director of Investor Relations and ESG.Belinda shares valuable advice on leveraging transferable skills, effective networking, common misconceptions, and facilitating better stakeholder relationships between investors and companies.Whether you're considering a career change or simply want to understand...2024-09-2317 min
ESG In Property PodcastESG Data: The Secret Driver for Financial Growth in Real EstateWant to discover how ESG data is revolutionising real estate and unlocking millions in property value?
Join hosts Adam Hinds and Jordan Relfe MRICS of LifeProven, as they interview Matt Ellis, CEO of Measurabl – the world's most widely adopted ESG technology platform managing 18 billion square feet of property globally (nearly double the landmass of Hong Kong!). A former CBRE executive and author of "From Green to ESG", Matt shares invaluable insights on how sustainability data is transforming real estate investment and valuation.
Chapters:
(00:00) - Introduction and Weather Talk
(02:41) - Matt Ellis' Background and Journey...2024-09-1952 min
ESG In Property PodcastFinancing Sustainability – How discounted green loans enhance development profits and sustainability outcomesIn this episode, we delve into the transformative world of sustainable and socially impactful property development with Sarah Milne, Head of Impact at Puma Property Finance. Discover how developers can access discounted debt—up to 1% lower interest rates—by meeting specific environmental and social criteria that not only enhance their projects but also contribute positively to communities and the planet.
Sarah shares her inspiring journey from being a professional GB badminton athlete to leading impactful financial initiatives, highlighting her passion for the intersection of people and the built environment. We explore Puma Property Finance's innovative Impact Lending Fram...2024-09-0551 min
The Guiding VoiceDriving Sustainability: ESG Innovation in the Middle East | Syed Waqar Andrabi( Associate Director at Updapt) | #TGV510Tune into #TGV510 to get clarity on the above topic. Here are the pointers from Syed Waqar’s conversation with Naveen Samala on The Guiding VoiceContext Setting, TGV Introduction, and First rapid-fire round of random wordsSyed Waqar’s success mantraWhat are some of the biggest challenges that organizations in the Middle East face when it comes to implementing ESG initiatives, and how can they overcome these challenges?How did his interest in SAAS, Blockchain, and ESG intersect to lead him to where he is today?How Updapt is contributing to sustainability efforts in the Middle East region, part...2024-07-0626 minThe Greener WayBeyond ESG: UN PRI stewardship and engagement initiatives with David AtkinEnhancing sustainability and incorporating environmental, social, and corporate governance (ESG) matters into investment decision-making and ownership practices can be a vast and overwhelming task.To get the job done right, it is a path that no responsible investor or asset manager should tread alone.The United Nations-supported Principles for Responsible Investment (UN PRI or PRI) is an international network of more than 5000 financial institutions with over US$121 trillion in assets under management, working together to advocate for ESG integration into investment activities to promote sustainability.David Atkin, chief executive, has a long list...2024-06-2416 minThe Greener WayGlobal update on sustainability laws and standards with Andrew PetersonESG regulation is evolving fast. Whether it’s mandatory sustainability-related reporting, modern slavery regulations, or circular economy laws – what exactly do practitioners need to know?In this episode, Andrew Peterson joins FS Sustainability senior journalist and host Rose Mary Petrass to discuss the rapidly evolving landscape of ESG regulation.The CEO of the Business Council for Sustainable Development Australia (BCSDA), Andrew brings an abundance of expertise on mandatory sustainability reporting, business leadership in sustainable development, circular economy practices, and more.Tune in for a comprehensive update on national and global laws and standards, and...2024-06-1721 minThe Greener WayResearching ESG investment products with Aman RamrakhaWhen it comes to investing, information really is everything.Finding the right ESG investment product that delivers returns alongside positive impact, while side-stepping potential greenwash or unethical business practices can be a rocky road – whether you’re an institutional investor, a wholesale investor, or a financial advisor. Here to shine a light on the right path is Aman Ramrakha. With almost two decades of experience leading research across banking, ratings, and governance solutions, Aman is the new executive director of research at Rainmaker Information.In this episode, senior journalist and host Rose Mary Petra...2024-06-1019 min
Lead The Change#704 Kelly Burton on ESG Strategies: Crafting the Future of Responsible BusinessIn this episode of The Impact Report, host Renay sits down with Kelly Burton, founder and CEO of the ESG Shop, and Stacey Jewell, a Bard MBA student with a keen focus on impact finance. Together, they discuss the intricacies of ESG strategies and their pivotal role in shaping responsible business practices.
In this Episode:
Kelly Burton’s Leadership Path: Kelly Burton recounts her multifaceted career journey, from advertising to digital transformation and eventually to sustainability. She shares the inception story of the ESG Shop and its mission to guide companies from...2024-05-3054 min
DPP Podcast"Progress over perfection" - Achieving green goals with Dolby Sustainability & ESG Director Natasha TuckWhat does it take for a media and technology organisation to realise its sustainability targets and make progress with its journey become carbon neutral? And how does a major supplier to media, entertainment and broadcast organisation work with its customers and partners to make sure they are making the right moves with sustainability? Dolby’s Director of Sustainability & ESG, Natasha Tuck, discusses setting science-based targets, Dolby’s journey to becoming carbon neutral by 2030, how AI and ESG tools can help, and why perfection can be the enemy of progress.Show NotesDPP Editorial Director Edward Qual...2024-05-2920 minThe Greener WayESG jobs in 2024: salaries and career tips with Simon Gvalda of Kaizen RecruitmentIn this episode of The Greener Way, we hear from Simon Gvalda, manager of the ESG and Responsible Investment Recruitment team at Kaizen Recruitment, which recently released its much-awaited salary guide for ESG roles in 2024.Join senior journalist and host Rose Mary Petrass as we sit down with Simon to get career tips and advice on job hunting and promotions.We'll also ask the question on everyone’s lips: how much are ESG professionals earning?Let’s talk recruitment trends, the key skills that candidates must develop, the impact of the pandemic and work...2024-05-1317 min
ESGJONES DAY TALKS® ESG Reporting Rules: The SEC, CSRD, and California- Who’s on the Hook?Jurisdictions are requiring large corporations and other entities to report on the environmental risks they face and how their business operations impact the climate. In the second in a series of JONES DAY TALKS® podcasts regarding significant climate disclosure rules, our panel discusses the SEC’s rules announced in early March, the European Union’s Corporate Sustainability … Continue reading JONES DAY TALKS® ESG Reporting Rules: The SEC, CSRD, and California- Who’s on the Hook? →2024-04-1854 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 min
The ESG ExperienceThe intricacies of sustainability in the food industry ft. Maisie GanzlerIn this episode, Helee Lev and Ryan Nelson are joined by Maisie Ganzler, Chief Strategy & Brand Officer of Bon Appétit Management Company, to dive into the intricate world of sustainability in the food industry. They explore thought-provoking questions that shed light on how Maisie's personal experiences shape her perspectives, the dangers of greenwashing, and strategies for effectively communicating sustainability efforts.2024-03-2548 minThe Greener WayDriving high (ESG) performance: Fiona MannJoining us for this conversation on The Greener Way is Brighter Super head of Aussie equities and ESG Fiona Mann to talk about the fund’s approach to ESG and what high performance means in a variety of settings and professions.This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: OP3 - https://op3.dev/privacy2024-03-1818 min
ESG In Property PodcastESG Impact on Real Estate: Legal Insights and Future Directions with Mark StubbsJoin us for a new episode of ESG in Property Podcast with Mark Stubbs, a seasoned partner at Browne Jacobson Law Firm, as we unlock key contractual, reputational and financial risks of ESG for real estate companies.
Mark draws on his experience in construction and engineering law to offer advice on sustainability and digitalisation in real estate, and we discuss social mobility in legal careers, highlighting Browne Jacobson's commitment to equality.
We examine the UK's Environment Act 2021, which requires biodiversity net gain for developments, providing strategies for landowners and developers, exploring how to meet these...2024-03-141h 00The Greener WayTaking the ESG temperature of ASX companies – Emilie O’NeillWhat’s on the sustainability agenda for Australia’s publicly listed companies? Every Year, Perennial Better Futures takes the temperature of a wide range of companies to answer just that question, and on this episode, we’re talking with Emilie O’Neill, co-head of ESG and equities analyst of the Perennial Better Future Trust on the results of their 2024 survey and how those results shape their conversations with companies.This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: OP3 - https://op3.dev/privacy2024-02-2623 min
RAW GREENEpisode 008 - Sustainability Job Market - Martin KettlewellToday we sat down with Martin Kettlewell, co-founder of PureFuel (https://www.pure-fuel.com/), a recruiting agency specialised in sustainability and ESG recruitment based in London and Dubai.
The conversation explores the growing demand for sustainability professionals, the difficulty in finding ESG reporting and data professionals along with the need for retraining the workforce from industries such as the oil and gas.
The episode is produced and sponsored by OBE, a sustainability consultancy firm specialised in Life Cycle Assessment and decarbonisation strategies.
We recently l...2024-02-2244 min
RAW GREENEpisode 006 - ESG Reporting Software - Dan BotterillToday, we welcome Dan Botterill, the CEO and founder of RIO (https://www.rio.ai), a platform dedicated to sustainability and ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance) practices, helping companies in measuring and analyzing their carbon footprint.
In our conversation, we discuss the intricacies and challenges associated with ESG requirements and reporting.
We underscore the diversity in ESG standards and tools, creating a landscape where companies find it challenging to compare and
trust the data.
Moreover, the complexity extends to the selection of ESG software, where companies face difficulty in choosing the right platform due...2024-02-0944 min
The ESG ExperienceThe rise of sustainability as a critical concern for retailers ft. Mike RobinsonIn this episode, Helee Lev and Ryan Nelson are joined by Mike Robinson, founding member of retail sustainability platform The Eighth Notch, to discuss the rise of sustainability as a critical concern for retailers, delving into the evolving landscape and its influence on business strategies, the significance of prioritizing carbon avoidance over offsets, and the importance of transparency in ESG compliance and reporting for retailers.2024-01-2942 min
ESG Out LoudESG Out Loud Eleanor Harry, HaceIn this episode of the ESG Clarity podcast, ESG Out Loud, reporter Holly Downes talks to Eleanor Harry, chief executive of HACE, about their AI-powered Child Labour Index.
Today, there are 160 million children in child labour globally between the ages of five and 17, of which 78 million are working in hazardous conditions. With the help of artificial intelligence (AI), HACE helps investors monitor the risk of child labour in their portfolios.
Harry reveals why child labour is a standalone risk, how AI can be a tool to drive positive change, and how consumer pressure – particularly among the ‘sustainability generation’ – is pushing investor...2024-01-2324 min
Chasing Sustainable BusinessSeason 4 (Episode 2): Explore ESG Consulting at KPMG with Nick Lindley-Peart
Join me in Chasing Sustainability's FIRST video podcast with Nick Lindley-Peart! Nick is a Consultant within KPMG’s Environmental, Social, and Governance advisory practice, with an educational background in mechatronic systems engineering and business administration. Nick works alongside clients in a variety of industries to support their ESG performance and sustainability reporting by researching innovative decarbonization strategies to facilitate the transition to Net Zero.
Do you want to learn more about working in ESG Consulting and global ESG practices? Tune in to this episode to learn more!
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Terra Optima La...2024-01-2352 min
ESG Quick TakesTodd Cort on the links between sustainability metrics and financial performance, and why the debate continues.In this new ESG Quick Takes episode, host Isabel Verkes speaks to Yale University's Todd Cort on the links between sustainability metrics and financial performance. Despite various studies over the past decade showing a correlation between financial returns and ESG performance, do we have sufficient data showing the causal links explaining that relationship? Dr. Cort discusses some of the challenges around ESG and financial materiality, and how the debate is continuing to evolve.Faculty Director of Yale University’s sustainability program, Dr. Cort works at the intersection of sustainability and investor value. Over the course of...2024-01-2224 min
Fresh Leaf ForeverHarnessing Storytelling: How businesses can drive ESG, DEI GoalsWith sustainability at the forefront, it's imperative for companies to get creative about how well they can advance their ESG and DEI initiatives.This was the focal point of our latest podcast episode featuring Joe Casabona, a podcast and automation coach who delves deep into the art of storytelling. In this co-creation effort, host Vai and Joe orchestrate the power of storytelling and its impact on driving change within the corporate realm.Focus areas from this conversation: - Promoting ESG Initiatives Through Storytelling - Storytelling for Promoting Company Values - Impa...2024-01-1237 min