Episodes
Microbes and Wellness: Urbanization's Hidden Health Costs
In this conversation, Kari Sinivuori discusses the significant health benefits of nature and the alarming trend of urbanization leading to a disconnect from natural environments. The discussion highlights a research study that emphasizes the importance of reconnecting with nature, particularly throu...
Towards a Regenerative Crop System With NuCicer's Chickpeas
NuCicer is a startup focused on breeding better chickpeas to have a positive impact on the environment and the growing population. The founders, Kathryn Cook and her father, aim to connect the fragmented food and agriculture system by bridging the gap between ag technologies and food brands. "By und...
Redefining Activism: Clover Hogan on Climate Action and Communication
In the episode, Clover Hogan discusses her journey from a nature-loving child in Australia to a climate activist. She emphasizes the need for systemic change and regulation to address climate issues, highlighting the limitations of relying on corporate goodwill. Hogan also stresses the importance of...
Innovating Sustainable Water Solutions with Mott Corp's Pat Hill
Pat Hill from Mott Corporation discusses his background and the company's history. Mott Corporation, founded over 60 years ago, specializes in porous metal products used in various industries. Pat explains their involvement in green hydrogen production through electrolysis and their role in making t...
Making Sustainability Sexy with Impact Day's Erkki Kubber
Erkki Kubber, co-founder of Impact Day, says that the festival aimed at making sustainability appealing and fostering B2B partnerships has grown significantly, attracting more attendees each year, and plans to expand internationally. Despite its growth, the festival emphasizes reducing environmental...
From Recycling to Organic: Deyan Angeloev's 20-Year Journey to a Sustainable Future
In this podcast episode, Deyan Angeloev, founder of Organic Tee Star, shares with Tarmo Virki his journey of building a green future over the past 20 years, starting with recycling projects and moving into the organic market. He highlights the importance of certified organic products and the benefit...
1MTN's Bamboo Revolution: Building Trust, Opportunities in African Voluntary Carbon Market
The keys to unlocking climate financing in Africa lie in the digitalisation of records and the rolling out of new financing products, said Anete Garoza, co-founder of 1MTN, a carbon credit developer focused on restoring degraded lands in Africa using bamboo. "We still see a huge investment gap in th...
Navigating Impact: Venturebeam's Journey to Fund the Future of Sustainable Innovation
Venturebeam focuses on raising funds for impact-driven companies with substantial revenue and proven market fit, says its head, Oli Harris. Harris highlights the importance of self-awareness and small actions in making a significant impact and introduces Venture Impact Score. Venturebeam's first fun...
Data-Driven Green: Gerald Leonard on Composing a Sustainable Future for Business
With a background in music and project management, Gerald J. Leonard, CEO of Turnberry Premier, orchestrates a discussion on the critical role of data-driven processes in creating sustainable workplaces and reducing carbon footprints. "Your climate strategy is your business strategy today," Leonard ...