Activating Sustainability

Sustainability Consultancy

Activating Sustainability | Ep 57: Leading through Uncertainty

Speakers Chris Peterson – Director, North America, AnthesisBen Wielgus – Head of Sustainability, InformaBen Hayman – Executive Director, Leadership and Change, Anthesis Related Topics In this episode of our Activating Sustainability series, our host Chris Peterson is joined by sustainability leaders Ben Wielgus, Head of Sustainability at Informa, and Ben Hayman, Executive Director at Anthesis, to explore how organisations can lead with confidence through uncertainty, balancing compliance with pioneering action to drive meaningful change. Together they discuss the challenges facing sustainability professionals today, from regulatory pressure and reporting fatigue to maintaining energy and purpose in the face of resistance. The...

08-28
34:23

Activating Sustainability | Ep 56: Nature and Carbon Credits

In this episode of our Activating Sustainability series, our host, Chris Peterson, is joined by Anthesis experts Bianca Nijhof and Christopher Hakes to explore the intersection of climate and nature in corporate sustainability strategies.

07-24
28:46

Activating Sustainability | Ep 55: Reducing Food Waste in the Agrifood Sector

Our speakers explore the business and environmental impacts of food waste. They discuss where food waste occurs, why it matters, and how companies can turn waste into opportunity through data, collaboration, and innovation.

05-28
28:49

Activating Sustainability | UN Regional Forum on Business and Human Rights 2025

Our speakers discuss the state of human rights in Latin America, the evolving role of businesses, and the importance of effective due diligence and remedy processes

04-24
26:16

JUST IN | Activating Sustainability | Ep: 53 The EU Omnibus

In this JUST IN episode of our Activating Sustainability series, our host Chris Peterson is joined by Anthesis Associate Directors Brett Trainor and Sandrine Le Biavant to discuss the EU’s recently published Omnibus regulation, which has significant implications for CSRD, the EU taxonomy, and CSDDD.

03-20
21:10

Activating Sustainability | Ep 52: International Women's Day 2025

As we celebrate International Women’s Day this special episode highlights the critical role women play in shaping the future of sustainability. Our host, Chris Peterson, is joined by Anthesis colleagues Amrit Kaur Bassi, Emily Bartlett, Eulalia Miralles Sabadell, and Annabelle Stamm.

03-07
34:55

JUST IN | Activating Sustainability | Ep: 51 Reflections from GreenBiz25

In this JUST IN episode of our Activating Sustainability series, our guest host Kirsten Doddy is joined by Freya Williams and Honor Cowen to discuss the themes, emerging topics, and actions from GreenBiz25 which took place 10-12 February Pheonix, AZ.

02-21
22:41

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

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

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