In today's episode, Vis spoke to Sharelle Polack, an agricultural and environmental scientist with over 30 years experience working in areas such as agriculture, food systems and sustainable land management. A theme Sharelle emphasised was the need for human's relationship with nature and acknowledging that we must think in cycles. Her strength as a systems thinker was evident discussing challenging and solutions in the agricultural space, food waste, integration of nature and climate and reporting, biodiversity reform in Australia among others. The dedicated work of individuals like Sharelle encourage us to connect, advocate and see greater meaning on the state of nature and importantly the journey forward.A valuable conversation for all.
A brand new season of Greenfluence saw us talking about big questions that matter, and Australia's role. In a world marked by geopolitical turbulence, Luke Heilbuth is a critical and thoughtful thinker on using sustainability to navigate uncertainty. A former diplomat in Lebanon during the Arab Spring, he is now the CEO of BWD Strategic - an independent BCorp sustainability consultancy. Luke is a big advocate of Australia's 'middle power' advantage in our evolving world, highlighting our ~ $4.1t superannuation pool, critical minerals advantage and geography. He also does not shy away from challenges in corporate sustainability, and value of systems thinking. Luke is thoughtful and thorough with his insights, discussing both climate justice and integenerational inequality. A timely episode, and a must-listen for anyone who wants to better understand sustainability in a broader context.____________________________________________________________Luke's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/luke-heilbuth/Luke's Substack: https://lukeheilbuth.substack.com/BWD Strategic: https://bwdstrategic.com/
From shaping New York's cycling infrastructure in the 90's to teaching a pioneering university course on underground spaces - Antonia Cornaro's dedication to improving our urban landscapes is world class. Listen more about:Antonia's work on New York City's first cycling map and master plan in the 1990sExamples of underground energy solutions, such as district heating and cooling systems and geothermal energyWhat an underground space is likeExperience at the World Systemic ForumIt was clear how much potential beneath the ground, as Antonia mentions "underground infrastructure, it's water, it's energy, it's roads, it's metro.." Enjoy amazing insights from a true leader. __________________________________________________________________________Antonia's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/antoniacornaro/Amberg Engineering: https://ambergengineering.com/ITACUS: https://about.ita-aites.org/wg-committees/itacus
Making our roads and streets better is not just about less traffic, but how we get around - an area Geert Kloppenburg is very much immersed in. A mobility expert, Geert is internationally recognised for his vision on transport, implementation and financing. He helped introduce electric vehicles into The Netherlands in 2008, founding DOET (Dutch Organisation for Electric Transport) and founded the 'Low Car Diet' which encouraged greater travel by public transport, bike and electric cars. This candid conversation provided a plethora of real-world insight learnings on how we can move better: Flexible on-demand transport system, with a case study of Istanbul How to measure economic value/quantify more sustainable transportation on society Discussion of Sydney's transport network and cycling challenges A key aspect often forgotten in cycling policy measuresFor Geert, having a goal is vital - " what is the first goal? Why do we do this? What kind of city do we want? Where do we want to live in?"Hope you enjoy this episode! _____________________________________________________________Geert's Website: https://geertkloppenburg.nl/Geert's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/geertkloppenburg/
How can we redefine the concept of a city, more sustainable and future proof for society's needs? Underground spaces and urban design is Joyce van den Berg's forte and plays a vital role in the Netherlands development as Chief Design/Landscape Architect at the City of Amsterdam. Making the transition from a designer into her work in sustainable cities, Joyce has integrated a systems approach. Looking into areas previously overlooked such as biodiversity and soil management creates efficiency and also opportunity. Gain great insights from Joyce: How Amsterdam's streets are managed more efficiently The innovative Integral Design Public Spaces (IOOR) Prioritising themes in the design process Better soil management - "what is below the pavement" Don't miss the chance to hear from a world leader, with an excellent eye for design and passionate for sustainability! __________________________________________________________ Joyce's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/joycevandenbergamsterdam/ OpenResearch Amsterdam: https://openresearch.amsterdam/en/page/58877/integral-design-method-public-space
It's becoming harder and harder to decipher the signal from the noise - no matter what we read/hear. The climate is no different, lobbying, politics, unethical corporate behaviour are just some reasons mis/disinformation is rife across the space. Couple that with the manipulative and sensationalist nature of social media platforms creates an unruly storm preventing robust climate policy and transition away from fossil fuels. This is why today's episode is so important. We spoke to Chris Cooper, a disinformation expert and Co-Founder of Research & Action Hub, who sheds light on tactics used, highlighting examples from the Australian Liberal Party and also use of Sustainable Aviation Fuels (SAFs). Hear Chris speak about: - Shift to climate delayism - Challenge of 'trustworthy' content and role of social media - How political and lobbying actors dissuade pro climate views - Messaging climate information in response to cultural values We spoke to Chris the week before a US election, so no doubt a timely listen, as the energy transition continues as a political football. Hope you enjoy this listen.
India’s growing demand in urbanisation and energy poses an urgent challenge in its decarbonisation efforts. 💡 Welcoming our final guest of the season, Mahak Agrawal, a Sustainability and Urban Planner expert and Global Campaigns Lead at Climate Clock, talks to us about her insights on the climate progress and status in India that challenges our pursuit of a renewable future. As a recognised expert in ESG reporting, Mahak has authored numerous scientific publications on climate change and sustainability. She served as an expert reviewer for the IPCC and Subject Matter Expert for the Government of India. Listen more to better understand: ➡️Attitude towards Climate Action in India ➡️Levers of change in reforming climate policy ➡️Urban planning and links between architecture and climate ✅Listen to the full episode on Greenfluence on Spotify! Don’t forget to follow us on Spotify 🔔 #ClimateAction #Environment #Sustainability #Greenfluence🌱
Can we shift from a dig and ship, to a mining and making economy? 💡Monica Richter, an accomplished Senior Manager Low Carbon Futures at WWF and Project Director at Materials and Embodied Carbon Leaders Alliance (MECLA), talks with us this week to share her insights on how we can think about decarbonisation and our understanding of embodied carbon. With over two decades experience in the sustainability space, she has kickstarted several initiatives including the Business Renewables Centre-Australia, MECLA and Community of Science Based Targets in Australia. Listen more to a pioneer in Australia’s climate landscape talk about: ➡️Disconnect between politics and fruitful climate policy ➡️Levers of change in reducing embodied carbon ➡️Timber to Engineered Wood ➡️A sector breakdown for decarbonisation ✅Listen to the full episode on Greenfluence on Spotify! Don’t forget to follow us on Spotify 🔔 #CarbonEmissions #Environment #Sustainability #Greenfluence🌱 _________________________________________________ Monica's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/monica-richter-31bb3ba/
Welcome to Part 2! Last year we did an episode with our friends University of Queensland Innovation and Entrepreneurship Society (UQIES) on the Sustainable Innovation Challenge (SIC) Hackathon. We’re back with Part 2 of our special podcast and this year’s hackathon theme is circular economy. We’re excited to collaborate with Sustainable Innovators Club proudly named after the iconic SIC hackathon. This episode we dive in and explore the student hackathon experience and what their current start-up journey is looking like. For Part 2 of this episode we’ve invited the lovely co-founders of GlowCo: Tahlia Brown (https://www.linkedin.com/in/tahlia-brown?utm_source=share&utm_campaign=share_via&utm_content=profile&utm_medium=ios_app) and Milind Bordia (https://www.linkedin.com/in/milind-bordia?utm_source=share&utm_campaign=share_via&utm_content=profile&utm_medium=ios_app) Find out about their hackathon experiences and entrepreneurship journey. If you’re curious about it, revisit our past episode UQIES hackathon special and stay tuned for more in Season 6.
Last year we did an episode with our friends University of Queensland Innovation and Entrepreneurship Society (UQIES) on the Sustainable Innovation Challenge (SIC) Hackathon. We’re back with another special podcast and this year’s hackathon theme is circular economy. We’re excited to collaborate with Sustainable Innovators Club, proudly named after the iconic SIC hackathon. This episode we dive in and explore the student hackathon experience and what their current startup journey is looking like. Part one of this episode we’ve invited the lovely cofounders of MUSHEE: Patrick Yu (https://www.linkedin.com/in/patrick-yu-9b9a39226/) and Siddhant Sharma (https://www.linkedin.com/in/sid-sharma-2b7634156/) Find out about their experiences, entrepreneurship and technologies in the space! Enjoy learning about hackathons and stay tuned for part 2.
Air pollution and heatwaves are just some of the few climate issues that pose significant dangers to our health long-term, but how? Given the current climate landscape, it’s no surprise to Kim Loo that patient healthcare outcomes are beginning to reflect this, highlighting the urgent need for systemic reforms to address the growing climate impacts on public health. Joining us this week is Kim Loo, a renowned General Practitioner and Climate Advocate, who will share her intriguing insights on the connections between climate change and the future of our health outcomes. She’s been a trailblazer in social and environmental determinants of health advocacy so join us this week to hear more on her works! Listen more to hear about: ➡️Kim Loo’s journey into climate justice ➡️Links between climate change and health outcomes ➡️How to have meaningful advocacy with a politician ➡️Importance of engaging ethnic communities into the climate solutions conversation A healthier environment creates healthier outcomes for society - Kim's work is invaluable in making this happen. An episode not to be missed! _________________________________________________
Cyclones, bushfires, floods - just some of the natural disasters have become very risky business for Australians. As an expert in the physical risk space Alex Pui understands well the importance of data and modelling in managing these hazards. He is currently Senior Vice President of the Climate and Sustainability Consulting at Marsh McLennan and joins us this week to share his profound insights into the quantitative side of climate/disaster risk. Alex has over a decade experience in climate modelling across Australia, Singapore and Japan with extensive experience across banking and insurance sectors. As a thought leader, he has spoken at leading organisations such as Harvard and The Economist. Listen more to hear about: ➡️How climate risk is perceived in Japan ➡️Transitioning from research to the corporate world ➡️Why individuals should care about climate risk ➡️Why climate risk is material for businesses, e.g. in insurance industry Climate change affects us all, don't miss hearing Alex's expertise on how we can manage it. Hope you enjoy this episode! _________________________________________________ Alex's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/alexander-pui-94a33821/ Alex's Climate/Industry Blog: https://www.actuaries.digital/author/alex-pui/
Policy and protein - two highly critical areas in the decarbonisation agenda and affect many. We had the pleasure of having a chat with Lilly Tong, a recent graduate from Harvard Kennedy School. Lilly pivoted her career from software engineering to climate, and had a her own podcast - Make Peas Not Beef (in show notes below!) She also developed an insightful thesis all about the 'Future of Protein' where she talked about the need for alternative proteins to help overcome food security and redesigning our food systems! Learn more about: - Why new sources of proteins are needed - Importance of public policy in the climate space - Regulatory and investment related challenges for food security - Responsibility of the developed world for better food security Like technology, the way we eat will change significantly over the next few days, listen more from Lilly in this episode! __________________________________________________ Lilly's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lillytong/ Lilly's Thesis: https://www.linkedin.com/feed/update/urn:li:activity:7181642666227478528/ Lilly's Podcast (Make Peas Not Beef): https://open.spotify.com/show/5IsYKlDSplZKdJuOdabpp1
Welcome to Season 6! We’re kicking off our newest season and episode with the hotly debated topic of carbon markets , joined by Jack Warren, a practitioner in the space! Discover how Jack defines the concept of Net Zero and his perspective on how carbon markets are efficient. Learn more about: - How Jack transitioned from Partnerships and Sales into a career focused on Climate - What Net Zero and the Carbon Offset Market is - How Jack has helped companies set carbon reduction plans and ensure a feasible net-zero roadmap Hope you enjoy the start of an exciting season! #Greenfluence #Sustainability #NetZero #ClimateChange ______________________________________________ Jack's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jackwarren04/
We are rounding out Season 5, with a special episode with Vis talking to two of our sustainability leaders Angela and Yuri! Angela and Yuri, have done great work for Greenfluence in marketing and podcasting, and have now leading their organisations Perspective Pioneers and UQSIC respective. Hear more, as we unpack: - Their Greenfluence experience - Passion areas in sustainability, and advice for young people - What Perspective Pioneers and UQSIC are all about - How you can help grow their communities! We also hit the 50 episode mark recently, a huge thank you to everyone who has supported us along the way. We will be back for Season 6 soon! ____________________________________________ Angela's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/angelaveljanoska/ Yuri's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/yuri-suzuki-27755924b/ Perspective Pioneers LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/perspective-pioneers/ UQSIC LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/sustainability-innovators-club/ Perspective Pioneers Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/perspective.pioneers/ UQSIC Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/uq_sic/
From Colombia to Yale University, in today's podcast brings you an amazing advocate for sustainability, Daniel González! Sustainability changemakers don't come as determined as Daniel! He is one to watch as he is a Business and Sustainability Specialist at Yale University, was a Technical Program Manager of Climate Data and Software Solutions at Google, and has done much, much more in the data analysis space! He also passionate about climate tech, funding, and international students in the space just like him. Daniel's goal is to become a Chief Sustainability Officer, and he is definitely on the right track! Learn more about: • How Daniel came from Colombia to make his start in the USA and the barrier to entry surrounding it • How climate change and technology intersect • How negotiating is crucial to putting climate funding on the table Don't miss this episode, and reach out to Daniel to learn about how he could help you!
Coming from mountainous Nepal was one of the most passionate and sustainability focused young persons, Sagar Koirala. Sagar wears many hats, alongside his role as the Regional Focus Point -Asia Pacific with the Sendai Children and Youth Group, dedicated to Disaster Risk Reduction initiatives. He has a powerful connection to the environment, having witnessed the degradation of his home village in Nepal whilst at school. Since then, he has consulted as part of UNFCCC, represented his country at COP, and mentored many young people. Hear more about Sagar's journey including: - What the state of climate is like in Nepal? - What climate smart agriculture is and how we can unlock it - Why richer and Western countries are not doing enough in this climate crisis - Youth action and input on Sustainable Development Goals Don't miss this! ________________________________________________________ Sagar's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sagar-koirala-he-him-7a221a144/ Sagar's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sagar_koirala17/ Sagar's Research: https://www.researchgate.net/profile/Sagar-Koirala-2
Half the worlds GDP is reliant on nature, but how can we appreciate it if we don't know it's worth? We were privileged to talk to Paula DiPerna, a renowned expert and leader in environmental strategy and carbon markets. Paula is a Special Advisor at the Carbon Disclosure Project (CDP), which is the leading organisation on global company environmental disclosure. She was also instrumental in establishing the Chicago Climate Exchange (CCX), the world's first cap-and-trade system, covering six greenhouse gases. Paula recently wrote a book, 'Pricing the Priceless' exploring how science, policy and capital can transform how we value natural assets. We got Paula's insights on various areas: - Science, Policy and Capital to solve the climate crisis - Working with famous oceanographer Jacques Yves-Costeau and international climate agreements - Dissecting carbon markets and how they work - A preview of her new book! Don't miss this episode, with Paula - a world class expert!
What do you think about when you hear carbon emissions or decarbonisation? Solar panels are one part of the problem, but our next guest Pavina Adunratanasee is excited about far more, and is all aboard building exciting solutions! Pavina works for Emerging Tech & Innovation at Iberdrola, where she works closely in projects covering distributed energy storage, and transportation. Coming from Thailand and with global experience, Pavina is very passionate about why people move, and channeling capital to climate solutions in the Global South. Listen to hear more about: - Pavina's fascination with migration - Challenges of Financing Climate Solutions in the Global South - Decarbonisation Solutions in Transport and Industries - Climate Tech Entrepreneurship and Mentoring Having co-hosted a series with Pavina before, it was great to learn about her story and how she wants to shift the dial! Don't miss this episode! Pavina's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/pavinaadunratanasee/ Pavina's TED Talk: https://www.ted.com/talks/pavina_adunratanasee_democratising_capital_can_get_us_to_net_zero Feature: https://www.enlit.world/decarbonisation/meet-the-climate-expert-leading-iberdrolas-ci-electrification-drive-in-australia/
2024 will be another big year on climate, as you may be aware. Our second episode in Season 5 saw us chat with Arielle Gamble, who is making waves for climate action at the grassroots level! Arielle is the CEO and Co-Founder of Groundswell Giving, a community which provides much needed funding to local organisations making a positive impact on sustainability! The great thing is, everyday individuals like us can get involved too. Coming from a publishing and human rights background, Arielle talks about her transition into the space, storytelling and the important role of legacy in her life. She also gave insight to organisations that Groundswell supports, and their new report ‘It’s Up to Us.’ This is a must listen, to learn more about a game-changing organisation! Approximate Time Stamps 00:00 - 07:31; Intro, Importance of Legacy and Storytelling 07:32 - 11:42; Career Pivot into Climate Change 11:42 - 16:15; Linking Human Rights and Climate Change and Systems Thinking 16:16 - 21:39; The Groundswell Story and Empowering People 21:40 - 26:03; Projects Groundswell Funds 26:04 - 30:34; Criteria to Assess Projects 30:35 - 36:41; Psychology of Climate Action 36:41 - 40:34; “It’s Up to Us Report” 40:35 - 40:55; Legacy for Groundswell Giving 40:56 - 42:30; Speed Round Questions 42:30 - end; Conclusion Learn More Groundswell Giving: https://www.groundswellgiving.org/ Connect with Arielle: https://www.linkedin.com/in/arielle-gamble-0798a751/ Info on ‘It’s Up to Us’ report: https://www.groundswellgiving.org/major-giving