The Green Perspective Podcast

Exploring the cutting-edge innovations shaping sustainability in infrastructure and ecology at Chevron. Join our hosts Lily Clarke, and Steph Berwick as they explore the transformative power of infrared technology in bat surveys, the crucial role of sustainability education, and the game-changing PAS 2080 accreditation for carbon management. This final episode in the series is packed with insights on how small changes and strategic industry practices can drive significant environmental benefits. Dive in to learn how Chevron Group is at the forefront of making sustainability not just a goal, but a standard practice.Here are the Highlights:05:38 Expanded services; achieved accreditation; reduced carbon projects.10:36 Implementing a collaborative net-zero system is essential.13:58 Safety innovation enhances efficiency, reduces carbon emissions.18:54 UK delayed biodiversity plans for COP meeting.22:09 Sustainability focus shifts from carbon to biodiversity.23:54 Industries must prioritise environmental responsibility, not individuals.28:39 Embracing change through vision and personal values.31:51 Social value includes both social and environmental impact.35:06 Connecting environmental and social benefits through EMCC.39:19 Infrared cameras essential, ensuring confident bat surveys.43:35 Technology reduces time on-site, lowers emissions.46:11 Educating kids on sustainability influences future change.Highways Sector Council PAS 2080 Alignment Toolkithttps://www.hscpas2080toolkit.com/About Chevron Green Services: We deliver future-focused green infrastructure services and consultancy. Every day, through nature’s lens we care for their world, and our planet.Our mission is to safely create, maintain and care for biodiverse habitats for generations to come.For our clients, we focus on doing it brilliantly, being responsive experts and a safe pair of hands. About Chevron Group:A caring force for a safer world. We’re the UK’s experts in critical infrastructure safety services. We’re the unseen workforce keeping the country safe around road works, construction sites and industrial work zones. We offer specialist solutions in traffic management, barriers and fencing, arboriculture and digital solutions. We have the capability to make any project safer and the track record to prove it. Connect: https://www.linkedin.com/company/chevron-green-serviceswww.ChevronGS.com/thegreenperspectiveProduced by Winter Audio

We're uncovering the secrets behind trailblazing biodegradable solutions. Pierre Talpe, Director of Rainbow, joins Steph Berwick and Lily Clarke to share how the pioneering company is reshaping the future of forestry and landscaping with 100% recycled and plant-based materials. Get ready to be inspired as Pierre explores how Rainbow’s setting new benchmarks for sustainability in the forestry, horticulture, and landscaping industries. Here are the Highlights:02:22 Shaping a sustainable environment.06:41 The Government must promote environmental adoption initiatives.11:09 Challengers and optimists in biodegradable innovations.13:29 Efficient spending, safety, and environmental restoration efforts.18:13 Focus on biodegradable and sustainable plastic innovations.24:32 How biodegradable and recycled materials reduce carbon footprint.About Chevron Green Services: We deliver future-focused green infrastructure services and consultancy. Every day, through nature’s lens we care for their world, and our planet.Our mission is to safely create, maintain and care for biodiverse habitats for generations to come.For our clients, we focus on doing it brilliantly, being responsive experts and a safe pair of hands. About Pierre Talpe:Pierre owns Rainbow, a company who has created a certified biodegradable tree shelter. These shelters are made from wood fibres from UK trees and biodegrade after a few years, meaning that carbon is greatly reduced on schemes that use them as there is no return to remove the shelters. It is also safer for teams as less exposure to high risk environments and they are much nicer to look at than their plastic counterparts. About Chevron Group:A caring force for a safer world. We’re the UK’s experts in critical infrastructure safety services. We’re the unseen workforce keeping the country safe around road works, construction sites and industrial work zones. We offer specialist solutions in traffic management, barriers and fencing, arboriculture and digital solutions. We have the capability to make any project safer and the track record to prove it. Connect: https://www.linkedin.com/company/chevron-green-serviceswww.ChevronGS.com/thegreenperspectiveProduced by Winter Audio

Let's talk about groundbreaking innovations that are shaping a sustainable future. Steph Berwick and Lily Clarke are joined by Marian Garfield, Director of Sustainability at Heidelberg Materials. Together, they unravel the transformative strides Marian’s team is making, from winning prestigious Green Business Awards to pioneering the world's first operational carbon capture plant at a cement facility. Tune in to explore how Heidelberg Materials is leading the charge towards a net zero future and redefining sustainability in the construction industry. Here are the Highlights:06:09 Commitment: Generate 50% sustainable revenue by 2030.08:53 Quarries aim for biodiversity and nature positivity.14:29 Align supply chain with sustainability for impact.16:45 Investment vs innovation: years of behind-scenes work.22:14 Success relies on committed, skilled, and driven people.25:25 Keep sustainability strategies simple for business improvement.28:34 Identify passionate employees outside sustainability teams.About Chevron Green Services: We deliver future-focused green infrastructure services and consultancy. Every day, through nature’s lens we care for their world, and our planet.Our mission is to safely create, maintain and care for biodiverse habitats for generations to come.For our clients, we focus on doing it brilliantly, being responsive experts and a safe pair of hands. About Marian Garfield:Marian is a member of the Chartered Institution of Occupational Safety and Health and has an MSc in environmental management. She has over 10 years of senior management experience in mineral extractives as well as significant experience in developing and delivering major projects within Network Rail. In 2016 Marian was promoted to Heidelberg Materials UK’s senior executive team where she provides strategic advice in relation to sustainability, corporate governance and the leadership required to ensure the business achieves its 2030 sustainability commitments. In addition to advocating the implementation of Heidelberg Materials UK’s health and wellness strategy, she is also helping to drive its path towards cement carbon neutrality, fuel switching, hydrogen use and carbon capture and storage (CCS). Find out more: https://www.heidelbergmaterials.co.uk/About Chevron Group:A caring force for a safer world. We’re the UK’s experts in critical infrastructure safety services. We’re the unseen workforce keeping the country safe around road works, construction sites and industrial work zones. We offer specialist solutions in traffic management, barriers and fencing, arboriculture and digital solutions. We have the capability to make any project safer and the track record to prove it. Connect: https://www.linkedin.com/company/chevron-green-serviceswww.ChevronGS.com/thegreenperspectiveProduced by Winter Audio

Exploring the net zero journey. Steph and Lily sit down with Paul Aldridge, the Group Sustainability Director at WJ Group. A leading road marking and highway safety business in the UK, committed to achieving net zero goals.In this episode, we uncover how sustainability can transform commercial forestry, promote biodiversity, and offer substantial social benefits. Paul doesn’t shy away from the high costs of carbon reduction initiatives, advocating for the bravery and innovation required to push boundaries towards a sustainable future.Here are the Highlights:04:49 Developing sustainable fleet with carbon trust partnership.08:50 Life Cycle analysis quantifies road marking's carbon footprint.10:41 80% carbon reduction found, boosting board engagement.13:52 Nature-inspired technological innovation with road safety origins.23:44 Technology advancement requires overcoming the green premium.28:52 Promote sustainability through involvement and leadership resilience.37:48 Encouraging team development and sustainability through action.About Chevron Green Services: We deliver future-focused green infrastructure services and consultancy. Every day, through nature’s lens we care for their world, and our planet.Our mission is to safely create, maintain and care for biodiverse habitats for generations to come.For our clients, we focus on doing it brilliantly, being responsive experts and a safe pair of hands. About Chevron Group:A caring force for a safer world. We’re the UK’s experts in critical infrastructure safety services. We’re the unseen workforce keeping the country safe around road works, construction sites and industrial work zones. We offer specialist solutions in traffic management, barriers and fencing, arboriculture and digital solutions. We have the capability to make any project safer and the track record to prove it. Connect: https://www.linkedin.com/company/chevron-green-serviceswww.ChevronGS.com/thegreenperspectiveAbout Paul Aldridge:WJ Group Sustainability Director Biog.Paul has extensive experience in the highways industry having joined as an operative in 1982, preceding a successful career in operations as a senior manager, then Managing Director for WJ South before moving into Sustainability. He has a passion for responsible business and the transformation businesses can help create in the Just Transition to Net Zero.  Offering innovative environmental solutions, working with nature, improving inclusion, health, safety and wellbeing in the industry, tackling inequality and enhancing Social Value in highways delivery.Appointed WJ Group Sustainability Director April 2018, he is also a member of the RSMA Executive Committee, Chair NHSS 7 Advisory Committee, National Highways Supplier Diversity Forum member, Fairness, Inclusion and Respect in Construction National Steering Committee member, a member of Business In The Community’s (BITC) West Midlands Management Board and Critical Friends group, FIHE, PIEMA.Produced by Winter Audio

We're going on a journey into sustainability and biodiversity with special guest Alice Burgess. She joins hosts Steph and Lily as they explore the impact of Biodiversity Net Gain (BNG) legislation, and the importance of preserving our invaluable habitats. Alice shares her expert insights on ecology, sustainable practices, and the steps we need to take to secure a greener future. Don’t miss out on this enlightening conversation that will leave you reflecting on how each of us can contribute to saving our planet.Here are the Highlights: 00:43 Protecting native ecosystems is increasingly important.03:23 Biodiversity net gain: ensure 10% post-development habitat increase.12:34 Ecology survey challenges: classification, training, long-term management.16:17 Habitat classification: complex, vague guidance hinders accuracy.19:25 Irreplaceable habitats are crucial for environmental conservation.22:25 UK habitats are rare and face development threats.27:22 Emphasise botany in science and education degrees.36:21 Team prioritises shared resources, sustainable discussions, and collaboration.About Chevron Green Services: We deliver future-focused green infrastructure services and consultancy. Every day, through nature’s lens we care for their world, and our planet.Our mission is to safely create, maintain and care for biodiverse habitats for generations to come.For our clients, we focus on doing it brilliantly, being responsive experts and a safe pair of hands. About Chevron Group:A caring force for a safer world. We’re the UK’s experts in critical infrastructure safety services. We’re the unseen workforce keeping the country safe around road works, construction sites and industrial work zones. We offer specialist solutions in traffic management, barriers and fencing, arboriculture and digital solutions. We have the capability to make any project safer and the track record to prove it. Connect: https://www.linkedin.com/company/chevron-green-serviceswww.ChevronGS.com/thegreenperspectiveAbout Alice Burgess:Alice is an Ecologist & Biodiversity Net Gain Lead at Chevron Green Services. Alice’s love of animals led her to an Animal Management college course before graduating from University of Greenwich with a first in Animal Management and Agriculture. After jobs in Livestock, Agriculture and Ecology, Alice joined Chevron Green Services as an Ecologist in February 2024. Following the introduction of the Biodiversity Net Gain legislation, Alice is also our BNG champion, supporting clients and the environment team through the implementation of the requirements.Produced by Winter Audio