Activating Sustainability

Activating Sustainability

Welcome to Activating Sustainability, the podcast by Anthesis Group, where we explore the critical challenges and opportunities shaping the future of sustainable business. Join industry leaders, experts, and changemakers as we uncover the latest trends, innovative strategies, and real-world solutions for accelerating the transition to a more sustainable world. From climate action and circular economy to ESG reporting and sustainable supply chains, we dive deep into the issues that matter—helping businesses turn ambition into action. Whether you're a sustainability professional, a corporate decision-maker, or just passionate about making a difference, this podcast equips you with the insights you need to drive impact.

Activating Sustainability | Ep 50: 2025 Sustainability Trends

Speakers Annabelle Stamm – North America Regional LeadChris Peterson – Director, North America Mentioned Links Sustainability continues to evolve at a rapid pace – regulatory changes, market expectations, and global treaties will make 2025 a pivotal year for organisations across industries. In this episode of our Activating Sustainability series, our host Chris Peterson is joined by Anthesis North America Regional Lead, Annabelle Stamm to discuss some of the sustainability trends to watch in 2025, including recent regulatory shifts, greenwashing, the intersection of climate, nature, and social impact, and more. Inside this episode If you have any feedback on the podcast, get...

01-31
29:56

Activating Sustainability | Ep 49: COP16

Speakers Chris Peterson – DirectorBianca Nijhof – Global Lead for Nature GrowthBetsy Hickman – Nature Lead for the Americas Related Topics Mentioned Resources In this episode of our Activating Sustainability series, our host Chris Peterson is joined by Anthesis colleagues Bianca Nijhof, Global Lead for Nature Growth, and Betsy Hickman, Nature Lead for the Americas, who recently attended COP16 in Cali, Colombia. Together, Betsy and Bianca highlight key experiences, takeaways, and implications from this year’s event. Inside this episode If you have any feedback on the podcast, get in touch with our host Chris Peterson at: Chris.Peterson@anthesisgroup.com

11-13
37:18

Activating Sustainability | Ep 48: A Beginner's Guide to LCA

Speakers Chris Peterson – DirectorPeter Slorach – Principal ConsultantAnna Brockhaus – Associate Director Related Topics In this episode of our Activating Sustainability series, our host Chris Peterson is joined by Anthesis Principal Consultant Peter Slorach and Associate Director Anna Brockhouse to explore life cycle assessments (LCAs). The conversation delves into the basics of LCA, its importance in evaluating environmental impacts across product life cycles, and how digital tools such as Anthesis PortfolioPro are revolutionising LCA scalability and accuracy, especially for Scope 3 emissions. Inside this episode If you have any feedback on the podcast, get in touch with our host...

09-30
27:19

Activating Sustainability | Ep 47: The Compostable by Design Platform

Speakers Debbie Hitchen – EMEA Lead for Sustainable Products, Packaging & CircularityAfsaneh Nabifar – Head of Global Advocacy and Sustainability for Biopolymers, BASFMaria Holopainen – Business Lead on Circular Economy, Stora Enso Related Topics In this episode of our Activating Sustainability series, our host Debbie Hitchen is joined by guests Afsaneh Nabifar of BASF and Maria Holopainen of Stora Enso to explore the circular economy in the packaging sector with a focus on the innovative “Compostable by Design Platform.” The conversation highlights the challenges and opportunities in making compostable packaging a viable solution across Europe, emphasising the need for cross-value...

09-02
34:04

Activating Sustainability | Ep 46: The Role of Digital Solutions in the Mandatory Reporting Space

In this episode of our Activating Sustainability series, our host Chris Peterson is joined by Chief Digital Officer Dr Richard Peagam, Director and Service Line lead, Marc Peters and Technical Director Chris Shaw to discuss current trends and challenges in the regulatory space, and how digital solutions are playing a key role in meeting mandatory reporting requirements.

07-02
25:24

Just In | Activating Sustainability | Ep: 45 Circularity24

In this JUST IN episode of our Activating Sustainability series, our host Nita P. Woods is joined by Associate Director Karine Kicak, Senior Consultant Natalie Hojell, and Principal Consultant Jackie Flemming, to discuss the emerging topics and key takeaways from Circularity24

06-06
32:04

Activating Sustainability | Ep 44: International Women's Day

Celebrating International Womens Day on Friday 8th March, this Activating Sustainability episode hosted by Nita P. Woods interviews four female Anthesians from across the globe about their sustainability career journeys, and female role models they look up to.

03-08
22:40

JUST IN | Activating Sustainability | Ep: 43 GreenBiz 24

In this JUST IN episode of our Activating Sustainability series, our host Chris Peterson is joined by Hope Bristow, Principal Consultant and Forest Positive Lead, and Jason Pearson, Executive Director of Global Advisory Business, to discuss the themes, emerging topics, and actions from GreenBiz24 which took place February 12-14th in Pheonix Arizona, USA.

02-26
20:28

Activating Sustainability | Ep 42: CBAM (Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism Regulation)

Home Activating Sustainability | Ep 42: CBAM (Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism Regulation) In this JUST IN episode of our Activating Sustainability series, our host Chris Peterson is joined by Victoria Evans, Director, and Kim van Boden, Principal Consultant, to discuss the recent California climate bills that Governor Newsom signed into law on October 7th.  Victoria Evans Director Kim van Boden Principal Consultant Chris Peterson Director Inside this podcast CBAM’s objectives and origins, Which organisations are affected and the impact on global markets, Important dates and implementation timelines, and Why it is important to get ahead on CBAM now. Activating Sustainability Activating Sustainability | Ep 42: CBAM (Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism Regulation) Play Episode

02-13
18:33

Activating Sustainability | Ep 41: Mandatory Reporting

In this episode of Activating Sustainability, our host Chris Peterson is joined by Directors Cassie Martynow and Toby Parker to discuss mandatory climate reporting, such as the CSRD, SEC, and ESRS regulations.

10-27
32:12

JUST IN | Activating Sustainability | Ep 40: California Climate Bills

In this JUST IN episode of our Activating Sustainability series, our host Chris Peterson is joined by Victoria Evans, Director, and Kim van Boden, Principal Consultant, to discuss the recent California climate bills that Governor Newsom signed into law on October 7th.

10-18
13:12

Wise Women in Waste | Ep 22: Forever Chemicals and Women in Leadership

In this Wise Women in Waste episode, our hosts Claudia Amos and Debbie Hitchen are joined by Lisa Neuberger Fernandez, Global Head of Sustainability and Ecosystems at 374Water. This episode explores why PFAS and so called ‘forever chemicals’ is an significant issue in the US and Europe and they discuss the inspiration for Lisa’s co-authored book, ‘Rebalance: How Women Lead, Parent, Partner...and Thrive’.

10-04
29:11

Anthesis Special | Infinite Sustainable Packaging

This podcast introduces Infinite Sustainable Packaging, a unique end-to-end solution for sustainable packaging design. Host Dean Sanders is joined by Anthesis’ Debbie Hitchen, Director for Sustainable Products, Circularity and Chemistry, and Mike Webster, Director of 3D Structure & Experience at 1HQ, to hear about how the new partnership came about and the importance of packaging in driving real sustainable behaviour change for consumers.

09-27
30:52

JUST IN | Activating Sustainability | Ep 39: Nature Takes a Front Seat at Climate Week NYC

In this JUST IN episode of our Activating Sustainability series, our host Chris Peterson is joined by Jake Lipton, Partner at Wallbrook, and Courtney McCorstin, Principal Nature and Climate Risk Consultant, to discuss key takeaways from Climate Week NYC.

09-25
17:25

Wise Women in Waste | Ep 21: The Net Zero Agenda, Scope 3 and Packaging

In this Wise Women in Waste episode, our hosts Claudia Amos and Debbie Hitchen are joined by Berta Mota Gasso and Sophie Lees-Millais from Anthesis. This discussion explored the links between packaging and Scope 3 in our day-to-day work with a Net Zero focus.

08-25
27:43

Activating Sustainability | Ep 38: The Adventure of Sustainable Performance

In this Activating Sustainability episode, our host Chris Peterson is joined by Stuart McLachlan, Founder & CEO, and Dean Sanders, Director, to discuss their recently published book: The Adventure of Sustainable Performance: Beyond ESG Compliance to Leadership in the New Era.

07-14
37:18

Wise Women in Waste | Ep 20: How to Prepare for the Ecodesign for Sustainable Products Regulation

In this episode on Wise Women in Waste, our hosts Claudia Amos and Debbie Hitchen are joined by Jessica Onyshko and Pearl Németh from the Global Sustainable Production & Consumption team at Anthesis. The discussion explores the new EU Ecodesign for Sustainable Products Regulation (ESPR) which aims to make sustainable products the norm by increasing durability, reusability, repairability, recyclability and energy efficiency.

06-01
23:49

Activating Sustainability | Ep 37: Water: Often Overlooked but Key to Climate Change Goals

In this Activating Sustainability episode, our host Chris Peterson is joined by Dave Jaeckel, Principal Consultant with the Anthesis water practice, to discuss where water is at in the climate agenda, current and future efforts surrounding water, and outcomes from the 2023 UN Water Conference.

05-02
30:59

Wise Women in Waste | Ep 19: Plastic Recycling in South and Southeast Asia with The Circulate Initative

In this episode of Wise Women in Waste, hosts Claudia Amos and Debbie Hitchen are joined by Aisyah Suwandi and Juline Lew, research analysts from The Circulate Initiative. This discussion focuses on South and Southeast Asia's plastic recycling supply chains, including the current working conditions, how it impacts women and the need for responsible sourcing programmes.

03-28
28:46

Activating Sustainability | Ep 36: Anthesis on IPCC AR6 Synthesis Report: Ambitious Action Can Secure a Livable Future

In this Activating Sustainability episode, our host Chris Peterson is joined by Paul Crewe, Chief Sustainability Officer at Anthesis, to discuss the latest IPCC AR6 report that was released on March 20th.

03-22
13:21

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