21 min
Green Futures: Corporate Sustainability Insights with Becky Martin We The Children - Kids Talk Climate Solutions
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Explore the role of corporations in the fight against climate change with Becky Martin, a sustainability manager at Toyota Motor North America. In this episode, we learn about Toyota’s ambitious goals for achieving carbon neutrality and the innovative projects they are spearheading to reduce their environmental footprint.
Becky Martin’s journey from investment banking to a career in sustainability is an inspiring tale of following one’s passion to make a significant impact. With a strong background in business and environmental science, Becky is at the forefront of Toyota’s sustainability initiatives, focusing on renewable energy, biodiversity, and strategic partnerships with organizations like the Jane Goodall Institute's Roots & Shoots program.
Join us as Becky discusses the critical importance of corporate responsibility, the intricate processes behind carbon offsetting, and Toyota’s efforts to align with global biodiversity frameworks. Learn how one of the world’s largest corporations is tackling climate change. What lessons we can all learn from their approach?
Listen along with your friends, parents, and teachers as Becky explains the complexities of sustainability in the corporate world and shares her vision for a greener future.
Highlights:- Becky’s career path to sustainability (02:45)
- Understanding corporate contributions to climate change (04:32)
- The importance of biodiversity and Toyota’s initiatives (07:30)
- How Toyota aims to achieve carbon neutrality (09:50)
- Becky’s work with the Jane Goodall Institute (14:32)
- Advice for entering the sustainability sector (16:17)
- The future of sustainability and Becky’s hopes for the planet (18:10)
- Wrap Up & Quiz! (19:25)
Links:- Toyota Motor North America Sustainability
- Jane Goodall Institute's Roots & Shoots Program
- Carbon Offsets, Illustrated
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Explore the role of corporations in the fight against climate change with Becky Martin, a sustainability manager at Toyota Motor North America. In this episode, we learn about Toyota’s ambitious goals for achieving carbon neutrality and the innovative projects they are spearheading to reduce their environmental footprint.
Becky Martin’s journey from investment banking to a career in sustainability is an inspiring tale of following one’s passion to make a significant impact. With a strong background in business and environmental science, Becky is at the forefront of Toyota’s sustainability initiatives, focusing on renewable energy, biodiversity, and strategic partnerships with organizations like the Jane Goodall Institute's Roots & Shoots program.
Join us as Becky discusses the critical importance of corporate responsibility, the intricate processes behind carbon offsetting, and Toyota’s efforts to align with global biodiversity frameworks. Learn how one of the world’s largest corporations is tackling climate change. What lessons we can all learn from their approach?
Listen along with your friends, parents, and teachers as Becky explains the complexities of sustainability in the corporate world and shares her vision for a greener future.
Highlights:- Becky’s career path to sustainability (02:45)
- Understanding corporate contributions to climate change (04:32)
- The importance of biodiversity and Toyota’s initiatives (07:30)
- How Toyota aims to achieve carbon neutrality (09:50)
- Becky’s work with the Jane Goodall Institute (14:32)
- Advice for entering the sustainability sector (16:17)
- The future of sustainability and Becky’s hopes for the planet (18:10)
- Wrap Up & Quiz! (19:25)
Links:- Toyota Motor North America Sustainability
- Jane Goodall Institute's Roots & Shoots Program
- Carbon Offsets, Illustrated
Connect with us!Subscribe to We the Children on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or wherever you get your podcasts and follow us on Facebook (facebook.com/wethechildrenpodcast) and Instagram (@we_the_children_podcast). Also, please visit our website (wethechildrenpodcast.com) and leave us a voice message or email if you want to stay in touch or engage with episode questions!
Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
21 min