In this episode of the Sustainability &amp; You podcast we interview Marija Rompani, Director of Sustainability &amp; Ethics at John Lewis Partnership. Marija is passionate about the role of business in creating a sustainable future and help achieve the UN SDGs. Marija has extensive experience in the sustainable agenda across finance, FMCG and retail businesses with a successful track record of gaining C-Suite buy in, and developing and executing initiatives to drive positive change while growing strategic internal and external partnerships. We talk about the John Lewis approach to sustainability and the fundamental tenets of their strategy. We talk about the attributes to lead in this space and to influence those with whom strategic decision making sits. Marija talks about the role of the customer in influencing the shape and direction of the business, particularly as it pertains to sustainable products and services. In addition to sharing her personal journey, Marija shares how the next generation too can migrate into these leadership roles. Sustainability &amp; You is a not for profit platform designed to bring together experts, influencers and decision makers in the field of sustainability and climate change. Our mission is to bring together leading voices to explore solutions and accelerate change. We bring together both senior and younger voices so that all those impacted by climate change are heard.

In this episode of the Sustainability &amp; You podcast we interview Marija Rompani, Director of Sustainability &amp; Ethics at John Lewis Partnership. Marija is passionate about the role of business in creating a sustainable future and help achieve the UN SDGs. Marija has extensive experience in the sustainable agenda across finance, FMCG and retail businesses with a successful track record of gaining C-Suite buy in, and developing and executing initiatives to drive positive change while growing strategic internal and external partnerships. We talk about the John Lewis approach to sustainability and the fundamental tenets of their strategy. We talk about the attributes to lead in this space and to influence those with whom strategic decision making sits. Marija talks about the role of the customer in influencing the shape and direction of the business, particularly as it pertains to sustainable products and services. In addition to sharing her personal journey, Marija shares how the next generation too can migrate into these leadership roles. Sustainability &amp; You is a not for profit platform designed to bring together experts, influencers and decision makers in the field of sustainability and climate change. Our mission is to bring together leading voices to explore solutions and accelerate change. We bring together both senior and younger voices so that all those impacted by climate change are heard.

Sustainability & You Episode 26 - Marija Rompani

Chris Jackson

In this episode of the Sustainability &amp; You podcast, Stephanie Glover and I speak with Christopher Jackson, CEO of Protium Green Solutions Ltd, a UK green hydrogen energy services company. Chris originally began working on hydrogen through the World Bank, where his research helped secure the Bank’s first internal funding for Hydrogen &amp; Fuel research in over a decade. Subsequently Chris became an advisor to colleagues within the World Bank and IFC on hydrogen and fuel cell projects. Chris founded Protium in 2019. They build, own, operate and finance green hydrogen and renewable energy infrastructure assets, and from those provide hydrogen as an energy service (HESCO) to customers. The company’s mission is to power businesses with sun, wind and water. We talk about the role of hydrogen in the race to net zero, its use cases, the economic model for rolling it out more widely and the need to educate on its potential.  Chris explains to us grass roots up how hydrogen has a critical role to play in the energy mix, and articulates some of the challenges in accelerating its progress, requiring convergence of policy, capital, and private enterprise.   Sustainability &amp; You is a not for profit platform designed to bring together experts, influencers and decision makers in the field of sustainability and climate change. Our mission is to bring together leading voices to explore solutions and accelerate change. We bring together both senior and younger voices so that all those impacted by climate change are heard.

In this episode of the Sustainability &amp; You podcast, Stephanie Glover and I speak with Christopher Jackson, CEO of Protium Green Solutions Ltd, a UK green hydrogen energy services company. Chris originally began working on hydrogen through the World Bank, where his research helped secure the Bank’s first internal funding for Hydrogen &amp; Fuel research in over a decade. Subsequently Chris became an advisor to colleagues within the World Bank and IFC on hydrogen and fuel cell projects. Chris founded Protium in 2019. They build, own, operate and finance green hydrogen and renewable energy infrastructure assets, and from those provide hydrogen as an energy service (HESCO) to customers. The company’s mission is to power businesses with sun, wind and water. We talk about the role of hydrogen in the race to net zero, its use cases, the economic model for rolling it out more widely and the need to educate on its potential.  Chris explains to us grass roots up how hydrogen has a critical role to play in the energy mix, and articulates some of the challenges in accelerating its progress, requiring convergence of policy, capital, and private enterprise. Sustainability &amp; You is a not for profit platform designed to bring together experts, influencers and decision makers in the field of sustainability and climate change. Our mission is to bring together leading voices to explore solutions and accelerate change. We bring together both senior and younger voices so that all those impacted by climate change are heard.

Sustainability & You Episode 25 - Chris Jackson

Ben Goldsmith

In this episode of the Sustainability &amp; You podcast we interview Ben Goldsmith.  Ben is CEO of Menhaden Capital Management LLP which manages London listed investment trust Menhaden Capital plc, which invests in business opportunities arising from the efficient use of energy and resources. Ben has a variety of other roles both as a trustee and non executive director. We focus on Ben’s passion for and commitment to the environment, defining his ‘purpose’ as creating impactful change.  We discuss the state of play in the UK on biodiversity and the multitude of opportunity there are to regenerate the land, rewild, and reforest. Establishing viable business models is critical to the success of this, so Ben shares examples of where he sees this coming to life, whether that is local business paying for ecosystem benefits, regulation or government subsidy driving investment opportunity into biodiversity projects. Ben also eloquently makes the case for further education on the critical role of biodiversity in the race to zero, mirroring Dasgupta’s call to action here.

Sustainability & You Episode 24 - Ben Goldsmith

In this episode of Sustainability &amp; You Phillip Schauer and I speak to Edward Vaughan Dixon, Head of ESG for Aviva Investors £52bn Real Assets platform, encompassing Real Estate, Infrastructure and Private Debt. He works closely with the senior leadership team and global responsible investment team to lead ESG strategy and integration through investment, development, and asset management. Edward shares his view on what ESG means for Real Assets, the Aviva approach to ESG, strategy development and integration. We talk about the role of asset owners and managers in the race to zero, and navigating the plethora of frameworks to be adopted within portfolio management that make real world differences. Edward shares his journey to the top and what it means to him to lead a team. Inspiring words from a passionate and committed individual to the race to zero. Sustainability &amp; You is a not for profit platform designed to bring together experts, influencers and decision makers in the field of sustainability and climate change. Our mission is to bring together leading voices to explore solutions and accelerate change. We bring together both senior and younger voices so that all those impacted by climate change are heard.

In this episode of Sustainability &amp; You Phillip Schauer and I speak to Edward Vaughan Dixon, Head of ESG for Aviva Investors £52bn Real Assets platform, encompassing Real Estate, Infrastructure and Private Debt. He works closely with the senior leadership team and global responsible investment team to lead ESG strategy and integration through investment, development, and asset management. Edward shares his view on what ESG means for Real Assets, the Aviva approach to ESG, strategy development and integration. We talk about the role of asset owners and managers in the race to zero, and navigating the plethora of frameworks to be adopted within portfolio management that make real world differences. Edward shares his journey to the top and what it means to him to lead a team. Inspiring words from a passionate and committed individual to the race to zero.   Sustainability &amp; You is a not for profit platform designed to bring together experts, influencers and decision makers in the field of sustainability and climate change. Our mission is to bring together leading voices to explore solutions and accelerate change. We bring together both senior and younger voices so that all those impacted by climate change are heard.

Sustainability & You Episode 23 - Edward Vaughan Dixon

In this episode of Sustainability &amp; You we have an interview with a difference.  Three of our Young Ambassadors interview a young entrepreneur, Founder and CEO of Tumelo, Georgia Stewart. You will know that we are passionate about giving voice to the next generation of leaders so what better way to do that than hand over the reigns to our Young Ambassadors. The ever impressive Georgia Stewart founded Tumelo in January 2018 to help every investor have positive impact. Tumelo’s solution gives retail investors and pension members visibility over their underlying fund holdings and a shareholder voice on issues they care about at companies they own, such as gender equality or climate change. Their white label software plugs into existing investment platforms and pension portals, driving positive engagement between investment providers and their clients and, ultimately, influencing better stewardship across the asset management industry. Georgia shares her journey and  leadership challenges, engaging with a roundtable discussion with our Young Ambassadors.  Sustainability &amp; You is a not for profit platform designed to bring together experts, influencers and decision makers in the field of sustainability and climate change. Our mission is to bring together leading voices to explore solutions and accelerate change. We bring together both senior and younger voices so that all those impacted by climate change are heard.

In this episode of Sustainability &amp; You we have an interview with a difference.  Three of our Young Ambassadors interview a young entrepreneur, Founder and CEO of Tumelo, Georgia Stewart. You will know that we are passionate about giving voice to the next generation of leaders so what better way to do that than hand over the reigns to our Young Ambassadors. The ever impressive Georgia Stewart founded Tumelo in January 2018 to help every investor have positive impact. Tumelo’s solution gives retail investors and pension members visibility over their underlying fund holdings and a shareholder voice on issues they care about at companies they own, such as gender equality or climate change. Their white label software plugs into existing investment platforms and pension portals, driving positive engagement between investment providers and their clients and, ultimately, influencing better stewardship across the asset management industry. Georgia shares her journey and  leadership challenges, engaging with a roundtable discussion with our Young Ambassadors. Sustainability &amp; You is a not for profit platform designed to bring together experts, influencers and decision makers in the field of sustainability and climate change. Our mission is to bring together leading voices to explore solutions and accelerate change. We bring together both senior and younger voices so that all those impacted by climate change are heard.

Sustainability & You Episode 22 - Georgia Stewart

Emma Howard Boyd

This episode of Sustainability &amp; You was recorded before the  outbreak of the conflict between Russia and Ukraine. Emma and I were very keen to extend our thoughts to all those suffering as a result of the conflict. The episode was also recorded before Storm Eunice and Franklin.  In this episode of the Sustainability &amp; You podcast, we interview Emma Howard Boyd CBE.  Emma has been the Chair of the Environment Agency since 2016. She’s also an Ex officio board member of the Department for Environment, Food &amp; Rural Affairs, and an Advisor to the Board of Trade. Emma, with a background in finance, is a board member or advisor to many organisations which include The Prince’s Accounting for Sustainability Project, the Green Finance Institute, the Coalition for Climate Resilient Investment, the Centre for Greening Finance and Investment, the Council for Sustainable Business, the European Climate Foundation, and Menhaden PLC. Emma was the UK Commissioner to the Global Commission on Adaptation from 2018 until its sunset in January 2021.   Emma, Tilly and I talk about the role of adaptation finance and the need for more focus, learning, and allocation of capital to adaption initiatives. Against the backdrop of climate change and real life events that bring to life the realities of the science, we talk about what is actually happening in the world and the real stories that evidence real world impacts. Emma shares the challenges and opportunities that we face as governments, organisations, communities and individuals as we look to adapt to this new reality.  As a passionate advocate of the central place of and for adaption finance, Emma makes the case eloquently for further focus and data that enables effective policy and decisions.  Emma also shares her experience of influential role models and women who have helped to guide and mould her views and behaviours,  acting herself then as the role model for the next generation.    Sustainability &amp; You is a not for profit platform designed to bring together experts, influencers and decision makers in the field of sustainability and climate change. Our mission is to bring together leading voices to explore solutions and accelerate change. We bring together both senior and younger voices so that all those impacted by climate change are heard.

This episode of Sustainability &amp; You was recorded before the  outbreak of the conflict between Russia and Ukraine. Emma and I were very keen to extend our thoughts to all those suffering as a result of the conflict. The episode was also recorded before Storm Eunice and Franklin. In this episode of the Sustainability &amp; You podcast, we interview Emma Howard Boyd CBE.  Emma has been the Chair of the Environment Agency since 2016. She’s also an Ex officio board member of the Department for Environment, Food &amp; Rural Affairs, and an Advisor to the Board of Trade. Emma, with a background in finance, is a board member or advisor to many organisations which include The Prince’s Accounting for Sustainability Project, the Green Finance Institute, the Coalition for Climate Resilient Investment, the Centre for Greening Finance and Investment, the Council for Sustainable Business, the European Climate Foundation, and Menhaden PLC. Emma was the UK Commissioner to the Global Commission on Adaptation from 2018 until its sunset in January 2021. Emma, Tilly and I talk about the role of adaptation finance and the need for more focus, learning, and allocation of capital to adaption initiatives. Against the backdrop of climate change and real life events that bring to life the realities of the science, we talk about what is actually happening in the world and the real stories that evidence real world impacts. Emma shares the challenges and opportunities that we face as governments, organisations, communities and individuals as we look to adapt to this new reality.  As a passionate advocate of the central place of and for adaption finance, Emma makes the case eloquently for further focus and data that enables effective policy and decisions.  Emma also shares her experience of influential role models and women who have helped to guide and mould her views and behaviours,  acting herself then as the role model for the next generation.  Sustainability &amp; You is a not for profit platform designed to bring together experts, influencers and decision makers in the field of sustainability and climate change. Our mission is to bring together leading voices to explore solutions and accelerate change. We bring together both senior and younger voices so that all those impacted by climate change are heard.

Sustainability & You Episode 21 - Emma Howard Boyd CBE

In this Sustainability &amp; You podcast, Stephanie Glover and I interview Eric Usher, Head of the UN Environment Programme Finance Initiative. The UNEP FI is a global partnership bringing together the UN with a global group of banks, insurers and investors working to develop the sustainable finance and responsible investment agendas. Eric oversees governance, strategy and the day to day management of UNEP FI’s work programme and global network development. Eric talks to us about the role of the finance sector in the race to zero, the many alliances the UN has initiated, the challenges and opportunities in deploying capital at pace,  public/private initiatives and the role of regulation.  Eric also shares the background to his career and the role of individuals in bringing about the change we want to see.   Sustainability &amp; You is a not for profit platform designed to bring together experts, influencers and decision makers in the field of sustainability and climate change. Our mission is to bring together leading voices to explore solutions and accelerate change. We bring together both senior and younger voices so that all those impacted by climate change are heard.

In this Sustainability &amp; You podcast, Stephanie Glover and I interview Eric Usher, Head of the UN Environment Programme Finance Initiative. The UNEP FI is a global partnership bringing together the UN with a global group of banks, insurers and investors working to develop the sustainable finance and responsible investment agendas. Eric oversees governance, strategy and the day to day management of UNEP FI’s work programme and global network development. Eric talks to us about the role of the finance sector in the race to zero, the many alliances the UN has initiated, the challenges and opportunities in deploying capital at pace,  public/private initiatives and the role of regulation.  Eric also shares the background to his career and the role of individuals in bringing about the change we want to see.   Sustainability &amp; You is a not for profit platform designed to bring together experts, influencers and decision makers in the field of sustainability and climate change. Our mission is to bring together leading voices to explore solutions and accelerate change. We bring together both senior and younger voices so that all those impacted by climate change are heard.

Sustainability & You Episode 20 - Eric Usher

In this episode of the Sustainability &amp; You podcast we speak to Dr. Francis Wedin, Managing Director of Vulcan Energy Resources Limited, an Australian listed entity. Vulcan is a generator electricity from a geothermal source of brine located in the Upper Rhine Valley region of Germany.  The brine is then taken to extract high grade lithium hydroxide monohydrate for the battery EV market. The extraction process for the lithium is in the feasibility stage of development.  This method of lithium extraction will be a first of its kind zero carbon extraction process, providing a critical raw ingredient for the fast growing EV sector.  Francis is a founder and leader of the business having taken it from ideation through to commercialisation of the process and product. He is an example of a much needed dynamic forward thinking leader, who is both passionate about the environment and focused on delivering value to Vulcan’s shareholders. He talks about how he developed the business, what it means to be a zero carbon business, the role of the corporate in delivering net zero, his approach to risk and opportunity development as well as what it means to be an effective green leader of the future. Sustainability &amp; You is a not for profit platform designed to bring together experts, influencers and decision makers in the field of sustainability and climate change. Our mission is to bring together leading voices to explore solutions and accelerate change. We bring together both senior and younger voices so that all those impacted by climate change are heard.*Josephine Bush is a non-executive director of Vulcan Energy Resources Ltd

In this episode of the Sustainability &amp; You podcast we speak to Dr. Francis Wedin, Managing Director of Vulcan Energy Resources Limited, an Australian listed entity. Vulcan is a generator electricity from a geothermal source of brine located in the Upper Rhine Valley region of Germany.  The brine is then taken to extract high grade lithium hydroxide monohydrate for the battery EV market. The extraction process for the lithium is in the feasibility stage of development.  This method of lithium extraction will be a first of its kind zero carbon extraction process, providing a critical raw ingredient for the fast growing EV sector.  Francis is a founder and leader of the business having taken it from ideation through to commercialisation of the process and product. He is an example of a much needed dynamic forward thinking leader, who is both passionate about the environment and focused on delivering value to Vulcan’s shareholders. He talks about how he developed the business, what it means to be a zero carbon business, the role of the corporate in delivering net zero, his approach to risk and opportunity development as well as what it means to be an effective green leader of the future.  Sustainability &amp; You is a not for profit platform designed to bring together experts, influencers and decision makers in the field of sustainability and climate change. Our mission is to bring together leading voices to explore solutions and accelerate change. We bring together both senior and younger voices so that all those impacted by climate change are heard.*Josephine Bush is a non-executive director of Vulcan Energy Resources Ltd

Sustainability & You Episode 19 - Dr. Francis Wedin

In this episode of Sustainability &amp; You, we talk with Anna-Marie Slot.  Anna-Marie is a senior partner at the pre-eminent law firm Ashursts. She is head of ESG and sustainability and a partner in their finance practice. She has two decades of experience acting for investment banks and companies in a wide range of corporate finance and securities transactions, including high yield debt offerings, green bonds, liability management and more.  We talk about the rising incidence of climate litigation and how this might inform the role of law, financial and corporate decision making, assessments of risk and the approach to liability and opportunity management around evolving strategies.  These are  especially prevalent thought processes in light of the recent IPCC 6th Assessment report that attributes global warming to anthropogenic causes.  In time, this may mean that large corporates may ultimately be attributed their proportionate share of global warming and responsibility for consequential damages that may follow.The role of legislation and the courts is discussed in tandem with other actors who are expected to generate momentum towards net zero. Sustainability &amp; You is a not for profit platform designed to bring together experts, influencers and decision makers in the field of sustainability and climate change. Our mission is to bring together leading voices to explore solutions and accelerate change. We bring together both senior and younger voices so that all those impacted by climate change are heard.

In this episode of Sustainability &amp; You, we talk with Anna-Marie Slot.  Anna-Marie is a senior partner at the pre-eminent law firm Ashursts. She is head of ESG and sustainability and a partner in their finance practice. She has two decades of experience acting for investment banks and companies in a wide range of corporate finance and securities transactions, including high yield debt offerings, green bonds, liability management and more.  We talk about the rising incidence of climate litigation and how this might inform the role of law, financial and corporate decision making, assessments of risk and the approach to liability and opportunity management around evolving strategies.  These are  especially prevalent thought processes in light of the recent IPCC 6th Assessment report that attributes global warming to anthropogenic causes.  In time, this may mean that large corporates may ultimately be attributed their proportionate share of global warming and responsibility for consequential damages that may follow.The role of legislation and the courts is discussed in tandem with other actors who are expected to generate momentum towards net zero. Sustainability &amp; You is a not for profit platform designed to bring together experts, influencers and decision makers in the field of sustainability and climate change. Our mission is to bring together leading voices to explore solutions and accelerate change. We bring together both senior and younger voices so that all those impacted by climate change are heard.

Sustainability & You Episode 18 - Anna-Marie Slot

Robin Attfield

In this episode of Sustainability &amp; You we talk with Professor Robin Attfield, Emeritus Professor of Philosophy at Cardiff University and also of the Sustainable Places Institute. Robin has taught environmental philosophy for a number of years and written extensively on it. We talk about the foundation stones of philosophical thinking in the field of the environment, including does nature have intrinsic value.  We touch on how this might link to ethical thinking, inform policy decision making and ultimately, drive corporate and financial decision making too.  With the latest IPCC report referencing the “moral” imperative to invest to drive the decarbonisation of our economy, and many politicians including Joe Biden, incorporating that language into his political speech, now seems like a great time to understand what this really means. Sustainability &amp; You is a not for profit platform designed to bring together experts, influencers and decision makers in the field of sustainability and climate change. Our mission is to bring together leading voices to explore solutions and accelerate change. We bring together both senior and younger voices so that all those impacted by climate change are heard.

In this episode of Sustainability &amp; You we talk with Professor Robin Attfield, Emeritus Professor of Philosophy at Cardiff University and also of the Sustainable Places Institute. Robin has taught environmental philosophy for a number of years and written extensively on it. We talk about the foundation stones of philosophical thinking in the field of the environment, including does nature have intrinsic value.  We touch on how this might link to ethical thinking, inform policy decision making and ultimately, drive corporate and financial decision making too.  With the latest IPCC report referencing the “moral” imperative to invest to drive the decarbonisation of our economy, and many politicians including Joe Biden, incorporating that language into his political speech, now seems like a great time to understand what this really means. Sustainability &amp; You is a not for profit platform designed to bring together experts, influencers and decision makers in the field of sustainability and climate change. Our mission is to bring together leading voices to explore solutions and accelerate change. We bring together both senior and younger voices so that all those impacted by climate change are heard.

Sustainability & You Episode 17 - Professor Robin Attfield

The Sustainability &amp; You podcasts are a series of interviews with experts in science, academia, government, business, NGO’s and economists amongst others, all of whom influence and shape the race to net zero. It’s purpose is to create greater awareness and connectivity between all these different actors so that we can accelerate decarbonisation and ESG solutions.

Martin Siegert

In this episode of the Sustainability &amp; You podcast, we speak again to Professor Martin Siegert. Martin was our very first guest on the podcast, and his interview still proves be popular. All testament to his eloquence in relaying the climate science to us so clearly. A glaciologist and leader of the Grantham Institute - Climate Change and Environment, Martin shares his views on the latest IPCC sixth assessment report, what the science tells and can’t yet predict. We discuss what and how we attribute climate change to mankind. We discuss the need for closer connectivity with the finance community so there can be a more meaningful financial response. Martin invites us to connect as a finance community proactively with the new green finance hub housed by the Grantham Institute and others. He is clear that time is running out but we can, with action, bring about change to a 1.5 degree world. Sustainability &amp; You is a not for profit platform designed to bring together experts, influencers and decision makers in the field of sustainability and climate change. Our mission is to bring together leading voices to explore solutions and accelerate change. We bring together both senior and younger voices so that all those impacted by climate change are heard.

In this episode of the Sustainability &amp; You podcast, we speak again to Professor Martin Siegert. Martin was our very first guest on the podcast, and his interview still proves be popular. All testament to his eloquence in relaying the climate science to us so clearly. A glaciologist and leader of the Grantham Institute - Climate Change and Environment, Martin shares his views on the latest IPCC sixth assessment report, what the science tells and can’t yet predict. We discuss what and how we attribute climate change to mankind. We discuss the need for closer connectivity with the finance community so there can be a more meaningful financial response. Martin invites us to connect as a finance community proactively with the new green finance hub housed by the Grantham Institute and others. He is clear that time is running out but we can, with action, bring about change to a 1.5 degree world. Sustainability &amp; You is a not for profit platform designed to bring together experts, influencers and decision makers in the field of sustainability and climate change. Our mission is to bring together leading voices to explore solutions and accelerate change. We bring together both senior and younger voices so that all those impacted by climate change are heard.

Sustainability & You Episode 16 -  Professor Martin Siegert

Steve Tidball

In this episode of Sustainability &amp; You we interview Steve Tidball, CEO and co-founder of Vollebak. Vollebak is a sustainable outdoor endurance clothing brand. They breathe new life into what it truly means to be sustainable, incorporating circular economy principles into their product design. And when we say sustainable, they really do mean it with products like the 100 year jacket. Drawing on inspiration from where technology intersects sustainability, Vollebak are designing products for the future, for people who understand and appreciate their design ethos. Steve talks about the routes of the business and his vision for the future, upturning traditional branding concepts, placing sustainability and technology at the heart of everything. Sustainability &amp; You is a not for profit platform designed to bring together experts, influencers and decision makers in the field of sustainability and climate change. Our mission is to bring together leading voices to explore solutions and accelerate change. We bring together both senior and younger voices so that all those impacted by climate change are heard.

In this episode of Sustainability &amp; You we interview Steve Tidball, CEO and co-founder of Vollebak. Vollebak is a sustainable outdoor endurance clothing brand. They breathe new life into what it truly means to be sustainable, incorporating circular economy principles into their product design. And when we say sustainable, they really do mean it with products like the 100 year jacket. Drawing on inspiration from where technology intersects sustainability, Vollebak are designing products for the future, for people who understand and appreciate their design ethos. Steve talks about the routes of the business and his vision for the future, upturning traditional branding concepts, placing sustainability and technology at the heart of everything. Sustainability &amp; You is a not for profit platform designed to bring together experts, influencers and decision makers in the field of sustainability and climate change. Our mission is to bring together leading voices to explore solutions and accelerate change. We bring together both senior and younger voices so that all those impacted by climate change are heard.

Sustainability & You Episode 15 -  Steve Tidball

In this episode of Sustainability &amp; You we interview Wouter Van Tol, who is Head of Government, Community Affairs and Sustainability at DS Smith, FTSE 100. Wouter has had various role in sustainability with well known brands including Nestle and Samsung. We talk about DS Smiths approach to the circular economy, of which they are positive and impactful proponents. Additionally, Wouter offers his views on the role of non-state actors in the race to zero, the role of innovation and approaches to, and responsibility for, scope 3 emissions. He expresses his wish for convergence around reporting frameworks and target setting, leading to consistency, better comparability, and more effective, decision useful data.  Sustainability &amp; You is a not for profit platform designed to bring together experts, influencers and decision makers in the field of sustainability and climate change. Our mission is to bring together leading voices to explore solutions and accelerate change. We bring together both senior and younger voices so that all those impacted by climate change are heard.

In this episode of Sustainability &amp; You we interview Wouter Van Tol, who is Head of Government, Community Affairs and Sustainability at DS Smith, FTSE 100. Wouter has had various role in sustainability with well known brands including Nestle and Samsung. We talk about DS Smiths approach to the circular economy, of which they are positive and impactful proponents. Additionally, Wouter offers his views on the role of non-state actors in the race to zero, the role of innovation and approaches to, and responsibility for, scope 3 emissions. He expresses his wish for convergence around reporting frameworks and target setting, leading to consistency, better comparability, and more effective, decision useful data.  Sustainability &amp; You is a not for profit platform designed to bring together experts, influencers and decision makers in the field of sustainability and climate change. Our mission is to bring together leading voices to explore solutions and accelerate change. We bring together both senior and younger voices so that all those impacted by climate change are heard.

Sustainability & You Episode 14 -  Wouter Van Tol

In this episode of the Sustainability &amp; You podcast we interview Alex Milward, Director of Carbon Capture Usage and Storage at BEIS. After a very successful career as a senior partner at EY, Alex has taken a leadership role in the development and implementation of the CCUS business model.Alex talks to us about the fundamental tenets of establishing an economic model that works within a world that is decarbonising at an increasingly accelerated rate, and that consequently, needs to look at a broad spectrum of technologies in the delivery of a lower carbon future. Alex articulately explains the balance of people, planet and profit as we look to fit CCUS into the energy transition landscape.Sustainability &amp; You is a not for profit platform designed to bring together experts, influencers and decision makers in the field of sustainability and climate change. Our mission is to bring together leading voices to explore solutions and accelerate change. We bring together both senior and younger voices so that all those impacted by climate change are heard.

In this episode of the Sustainability &amp; You podcast we interview Alex Milward, Director of Carbon Capture Usage and Storage at BEIS. After a very successful career as a senior partner at EY, Alex has taken a leadership role in the development and implementation of the CCUS business model. Alex talks to us about the fundamental tenets of establishing an economic model that works within a world that is decarbonising at an increasingly accelerated rate, and that consequently, needs to look at a broad spectrum of technologies in the delivery of a lower carbon future. Alex articulately explains the balance of people, planet and profit as we look to fit CCUS into the energy transition landscape. Sustainability &amp; You is a not for profit platform designed to bring together experts, influencers and decision makers in the field of sustainability and climate change. Our mission is to bring together leading voices to explore solutions and accelerate change. We bring together both senior and younger voices so that all those impacted by climate change are heard.

Sustainability & You Episode 13 -  Alex Milward

In this episode of the Sustainability &amp; You podcast we interview Dr. Rhian-Mari Thomas, CEO of the Green Finance Institute. Rhian-Mari spent 20 years in banking and was awarded an OBE for services to green banking. We talk about the role of finance in the race to zero, but specifically more innovative financial models and products. There is a call to think more creatively about how we devise financial solutions that meet the needs nations that require capital inflows to fund green projects. It becomes clear that the catalytic effect of the GFI in creating environments of collaboration and innovation is a much needed resource, with impactful examples shared on where it is making a difference. We also talk about the role of women in this sector, the difference being made and the need to support and elevate women further. Sustainability &amp; You is a not for profit platform designed to bring together experts, influencers and decision makers in the field of sustainability and climate change. Our mission is to bring together leading voices to explore solutions and accelerate change. We bring together both senior and younger voices so that all those impacted by climate change are heard.

In this episode of the Sustainability &amp; You podcast we interview Dr. Rhian-Mari Thomas, CEO of the Green Finance Institute. Rhian-Mari spent 20 years in banking and was awarded an OBE for services to green banking. We talk about the role of finance in the race to zero, but specifically more innovative financial models and products. There is a call to think more creatively about how we devise financial solutions that meet the needs nations that require capital inflows to fund green projects. It becomes clear that the catalytic effect of the GFI in creating environments of collaboration and innovation is a much needed resource, with impactful examples shared on where it is making a difference. We also talk about the role of women in this sector, the difference being made and the need to support and elevate women further. Sustainability &amp; You is a not for profit platform designed to bring together experts, influencers and decision makers in the field of sustainability and climate change. Our mission is to bring together leading voices to explore solutions and accelerate change. We bring together both senior and younger voices so that all those impacted by climate change are heard.

Sustainability & You Episode 12 -  Rhian-Mari Thomas

Martin Leuw

This episode of Sustainability &amp; You explores the role of entrepreneurship and innovation in the green sector.  Whilst we have much discussion around capital flows into green technologies, the energy transition and mitigation and adaption strategies, there is less focus on the much needed funding for innovation.  The skills required to lead on higher risk/return strategies that also are a “force for good” are also highlighted.  We explore with Martin Leuw his history of investing and leading businesses from small beginnings to impressive exits and returns. Martin leads the Growth4Good investment strategy, which is a business accelerator focused on partnering and investing in high growth social businesses in the digital media and technology sector. Martin has an invaluable combination of skills that enables him to offer focused insight to the marrying of ESG initiatives with return. Sustainability &amp; You is a not for profit platform designed to bring together experts, influencers and decision makers in the field of sustainability and climate change. Our mission is to bring together leading voices to explore solutions and accelerate change. We bring together both senior and younger voices so that all those impacted by climate change are heard.

This episode of Sustainability &amp; You explores the role of entrepreneurship and innovation in the green sector.  Whilst we have much discussion around capital flows into green technologies, the energy transition and mitigation and adaption strategies, there is less focus on the much needed funding for innovation.  The skills required to lead on higher risk/return strategies that also are a “force for good” are also highlighted.  We explore with Martin Leuw his history of investing and leading businesses from small beginnings to impressive exits and returns. Martin leads the Growth4Good investment strategy, which is a business accelerator focused on partnering and investing in high growth social businesses in the digital media and technology sector. Martin has an invaluable combination of skills that enables him to offer focused insight to the marrying of ESG initiatives with return. Sustainability &amp; You is a not for profit platform designed to bring together experts, influencers and decision makers in the field of sustainability and climate change. Our mission is to bring together leading voices to explore solutions and accelerate change. We bring together both senior and younger voices so that all those impacted by climate change are heard.

Sustainability & You Episode 11 -  Martin Leuw

Adam Matthews

In this episode of the Sustainability &amp; You podcast we are joined by the eminent Adam Matthews, Chief Responsible Investment Officer for the Church of England Pensions Board. We discuss what it means to be a “responsible” investment officer, what drives decision making, active shareholder responsibilities and engagement, and Adam’s recent work with the Transition Pathway Initiative. Adam has a very distinguished career and is currently Chair of the Transition Pathway Initiative (TPI), an Asset Owner led initiative supported by funds with over USD $23 trillion in assets under management. The TPI is a partnership between the London School of Economics Grantham Research Institute, FTSE Russell and the Principles of Responsible Investment. It assesses companies on i) management quality and ii) projected carbon performance against 2 degrees. Amongst other roles, Adam also co-lead negotiations for CA100+ with Royal Dutch Shell and is co-Chair of the Investor Mining &amp; Tailings Safety Initiative with the Council of Ethics for the Swedish Public Pension Funds. Sustainability &amp; You is a not for profit platform designed to bring together experts, influencers and decision makers in the field of sustainability and climate change. Our mission is to bring together leading voices to explore solutions and accelerate change. We bring together both senior and younger voices so that all those impacted by climate change are heard.

In this episode of the Sustainability &amp; You podcast we are joined by the eminent Adam Matthews, Chief Responsible Investment Officer for the Church of England Pensions Board. We discuss what it means to be a “responsible” investment officer, what drives decision making, active shareholder responsibilities and engagement, and Adam’s recent work with the Transition Pathway Initiative.  Adam has a very distinguished career and is currently Chair of the Transition Pathway Initiative (TPI), an Asset Owner led initiative supported by funds with over USD $23 trillion in assets under management. The TPI is a partnership between the London School of Economics Grantham Research Institute, FTSE Russell and the Principles of Responsible Investment. It assesses companies on i) management quality and ii) projected carbon performance against 2 degrees. Amongst other roles, Adam also co-lead negotiations for CA100+ with Royal Dutch Shell and is co-Chair of the Investor Mining &amp; Tailings Safety Initiative with the Council of Ethics for the Swedish Public Pension Funds. Sustainability &amp; You is a not for profit platform designed to bring together experts, influencers and decision makers in the field of sustainability and climate change. Our mission is to bring together leading voices to explore solutions and accelerate change. We bring together both senior and younger voices so that all those impacted by climate change are heard.

Sustainability & You Episode 10 -  Adam Matthews

Tony Juniper

In this episode for the Sustainability &amp; You podcast we interview Tony Juniper, Chair of Natural England. Tony has a rich background as a campaigner, writer, advisor and environmentalist.  He is a recognised authority on parrot conservation.  We discuss the plight of biodiversity and fragility of our natural landscape, and what can be done to accelerate solutions to preserve our critical ecosystems. This includes embedding the concept of net biodiversity gain into decision making, stakeholder engagement, the value of natural capital and the role of finance in attracting capital to the right places. Natural England is the government advisor for the natural environment in England, with a critical role to play in the conservation, enhancement and management of the natural environment.  This includes the monitoring and protection of the country’s most valuable habitats such as sites of special scientific interest and natural nature reserves.  Natural England will advise the government on environmental policy, planning and licensing.Sustainability &amp; You is a not for profit platform designed to bring together experts, influencers and decision makers in the field of sustainability and climate change. Our mission is to bring together leading voices to explore solutions and accelerate change. We bring together both senior and younger voices so that all those impacted by climate change are heard.

In this episode for the Sustainability &amp; You podcast we interview Tony Juniper, Chair of Natural England. Tony has a rich background as a campaigner, writer, advisor and environmentalist.  He is a recognised authority on parrot conservation.  We discuss the plight of biodiversity and fragility of our natural landscape, and what can be done to accelerate solutions to preserve our critical ecosystems. This includes embedding the concept of net biodiversity gain into decision making, stakeholder engagement, the value of natural capital and the role of finance in attracting capital to the right places.   Natural England is the government advisor for the natural environment in England, with a critical role to play in the conservation, enhancement and management of the natural environment.  This includes the monitoring and protection of the country’s most valuable habitats such as sites of special scientific interest and natural nature reserves.  Natural England will advise the government on environmental policy, planning and licensing. Sustainability &amp; You is a not for profit platform designed to bring together experts, influencers and decision makers in the field of sustainability and climate change. Our mission is to bring together leading voices to explore solutions and accelerate change. We bring together both senior and younger voices so that all those impacted by climate change are heard.

Sustainability & You Episode 9 - Tony Juniper

Jojo Mehta

In today’s podcast I am joined by Jojo Mehta, Co-Founder of Stop Ecocide International, the organisation that has led the charge on the establishment of Ecocide as a crime at the International Criminal Court, designed to prevent the devastation of nature and protect life on Earth. Recently, the definition of “ecocide” was agreed by an international panel of eminent lawyers including within its ambit “unlawful or wanton acts committed with knowledge that there is a substantial likelihood of severe and widespread or long term damage to the environment being caused by those acts.” We discuss the impact of the potential adoption of the definition by the ICC and member states, the key question of “who” is responsible, and considerations for the finance community and risk management frameworks. Sustainability &amp; You is a not for profit platform designed to bring together experts, influencers and decision makers in the field of sustainability and climate change. Our mission is to bring together leading voices to explore solutions and accelerate change. We bring together both senior and younger voices so that all those impacted by climate change are heard.

In today’s podcast I am joined by Jojo Mehta, Co-Founder of Stop Ecocide International, the organisation that has led the charge on the establishment of Ecocide as a crime at the International Criminal Court, designed to prevent the devastation of nature and protect life on Earth. Recently, the definition of “ecocide” was agreed by an international panel of eminent lawyers including within its ambit “unlawful or wanton acts committed with knowledge that there is a substantial likelihood of severe and widespread or long term damage to the environment being caused by those acts.” We discuss the impact of the potential adoption of the definition by the ICC and member states, the key question of “who” is responsible, and considerations for the finance community and risk management frameworks. Sustainability &amp; You is a not for profit platform designed to bring together experts, influencers and decision makers in the field of sustainability and climate change. Our mission is to bring together leading voices to explore solutions and accelerate change. We bring together both senior and younger voices so that all those impacted by climate change are heard.

Sustainability & You Episode 8 - Jojo Mehta

In this Sustainability &amp; You podcast I am joined by Karl Berlin, Head of Tax at Orsted and Carla Hoppe, founder of ReThink Tax. We explore the role of the tax system in supporting the race to zero. It is viewed through the lens of an active policy instrument to drive behavioural change, penalising polluting activities as well as incentivising the right ones, whether that be through R&amp;D tax credits, or other tax mechanisms that enhance the investment landscape for green investment. Karl shares Orsted’s practical experience in transitioning to the market leading green business it is today and the role of the tax function on that journey. Carla takes a broad view of the role of the tax system more generally in driving through policy aims to fruition.  Sustainability &amp; You is a not for profit platform designed to bring together experts, influencers and decision makers in the field of sustainability and climate change. Our mission is to bring together leading voices to explore solutions and accelerate change. We bring together both senior and younger voices so that all those impacted by climate change are heard.

In this Sustainability &amp; You podcast I am joined by Karl Berlin, Head of Tax at Orsted and Carla Hoppe, founder of ReThink Tax. We explore the role of the tax system in supporting the race to zero. It is viewed through the lens of an active policy instrument to drive behavioural change, penalising polluting activities as well as incentivising the right ones, whether that be through R&amp;D tax credits, or other tax mechanisms that enhance the investment landscape for green investment. Karl shares Orsted’s practical experience in transitioning to the market leading green business it is today and the role of the tax function on that journey. Carla takes a broad view of the role of the tax system more generally in driving through policy aims to fruition.  Sustainability &amp; You is a not for profit platform designed to bring together experts, influencers and decision makers in the field of sustainability and climate change. Our mission is to bring together leading voices to explore solutions and accelerate change. We bring together both senior and younger voices so that all those impacted by climate change are heard.

Sustainability & You Episode 7 - Karl Berlin & Carla Hoppe

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