Sustainability Further – Details, episodes & analysis

In this episode we’re joined  by Nicki Hutley, an esteemed economist and climate expert from the Climate Council. Nicki brings with her a wealth of experience in economics, sustainability, and corporate responsibility. In this episode, we'll be discussing the pivotal role corporations play in addressing climate change and how emission reduction schemes can help businesses meet their climate goals. We'll explore the challenges, opportunities, and responsibilities that corporations have in driving meaningful change, as well as actionable steps leaders can take to ensure that their organizations contribute to a sustainable future. Whether you're in corporate leadership or just interested in understanding the role of businesses in climate action, this episode is packed with insights you won’t want to miss!

Referenced Papers:

1. Macrobond Chart of the week (ESG vs energy: How regional differences shape risk-adjusted returns) - scroll down to No 4

2. https://www.mckinsey.com/mgi/our-research/the-hard-stuff-navigating-the-physical-realities-of-the-energy-transition#/

In this episode of Sustainability Further we sit down with Neil Glozier, Director of Energy and Sustainability at CBRE, to explore the transformative impact of electrification on the real estate industry. Join us as we delve into the role of EV chargers and other electrification initiatives in driving sustainability, reducing carbon footprints, and enhancing energy efficiency in commercial properties. Tune in for an enlightening discussion that promises to power up your understanding of sustainable real estate solutions.

Sita Adhikari, is the Co-founder and Director of Impact at Pollinate Group, a social enterprise that provides access to sustainable energy and water solutions to underserved communities in developing countries. Sita shares with us the story behind Pollinate Group's inception, the challenges they have faced in implementing sustainable solutions, and the impact they have had on improving the lives of people in low-income communities. We also discuss the importance of collaboration with local communities and governments, measuring the success of sustainability initiatives, and the future plans of Pollinate Group. Join us in this inspiring conversation on the power of sustainable solutions in promoting social and environmental change.

In this episode, Lottie Dalziel speaks with Professor Mark Howden, Director of the ANU Institute for Climate, Energy & Disaster Solutions and Vice Chair of the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC). He has been a major contributor to the IPCC since 1991, with roles in the Second, Third, Fourth, Fifth and now Sixth Assessment Reports, sharing the 2007 Nobel Peace Prize with other IPCC participants and Al Gore.

Dr Britta Denise Hardesty is a Senior Principal Research Scientist at CSIRO, she has been researching plastic pollution for the last decade. In this episode, we explore the role key stakeholders play in tackling this mammoth issue.

Clean Up Australia Day has been inspiring more than 20 million Aussies to get out there and clean up their community for over 30 years. Pip Kiernan took over the reins as Chair five years ago from her father. Their focus is not only removing litter from our environment but preventing it from ending up there in the first place.

You can get involved in Clean Up Australia day here.

Susan Mizrahi is the Chief Sustainability Officer for Australia Post. In this episode, host Lottie Dalziel and Suzan chat about Australia Post’s Sustainability Roadmap and how they’re getting there. The transition to electrifying their fleet of 4600 vehicles but also how they are reducing scop 1, 2 and 3 emissions.

You can find out more about Australia Post's 2025 Sustainability Roadmap here.

Re-Love rescues furniture and white goods from corporates and communities and delivers them to people in need. On this episode of the podcast is Ren Fernando one of the co-founders of Re-Love who talks about how they got started and where they’re going.

You can find out more about Re-Love and their #1000 homes appeal here.

In this episode, we turn the spotlight on our host Lottie Dalziel! Lottie founded Banish an education platform and e-commerce store as a way to help educate, empower and inspire Australians to do better for the planet. Four years on Banish is one of Australia’s largest marketplaces, Dalziel has also created the BRAD program and has just been awarded the 2023 NSW Young Australian of the Year.

Two Good Co’s mission is simple: to support the most vulnerable in communities across Australia. This is our second time chatting with the founder, Rob Caslick. He was a guest back in 2020, since then Two Good Co has expanded its offerings by opening their first cafe, the “Goodscierge” and their award-winning automatic soap dispensers.

You can listen to our first episode with Rob wherever you listen to your podcasts.