Sustainable Ambassador Podcast

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Through this series, we speak with Sustainability Ambassadors about the work they are doing as corporate executives, government leaders, non-profit professionals, academics, or entrepreneurs to solve the environmental, social, and economic challenges faced. Episodes are grounded in experience, with our goal to engage and inspire viewers to take the “next steps” on their own sustainability journey Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

  1. 5d ago

    We Need Better Models To Improve Climate Predictions

    In this episode of the Sustainable Ambassador Podcast, I speak with Professor Tim Palmer, a climate physicist at the University of Oxford, about why we need better climate models to improve climate prediction, deepen our understanding of regional climate change impacts, and help governments, businesses, and communities make better-informed decisions about the future. Drawing on his recent article in The Economist, "The World May Have Less Time Than It Thinks on Climate Change," Tim explains why understanding global warming is relatively straightforward, but predicting how climate change will influence atmospheric circulation, droughts, monsoons, and extreme weather events remains extraordinarily complex. We explore the scientific and computational challenges holding back climate modeling, why greater international collaboration and pooled resources are needed to develop more sophisticated models, and how improved regional predictions could fundamentally change the way governments, businesses, and communities prepare for climate risks. Throughout the conversation, Tim emphasizes that alongside reducing emissions and investing in adaptation, we must strengthen the science and modeling capabilities that underpin those decisions. Better climate models can provide more reliable regional predictions, helping decision-makers understand the risks they face, prioritize investments, and prepare more effectively for a changing climate. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    We Need Better Models To Improve Climate Predictions

  2. Oct 18

    From Carbon Mitigation to Climate Adaptation: UNEP's Big Climate Shift

    As the world moves closer to exceeding the Paris Agreement's 1.5°C warming threshold, UNEP's big climate shift from mitigation alone toward greater emphasis on adaptation and resilience signals a fundamental change in how we approach climate action. What does this mean for governments, businesses and communities preparing for a warmer world? In this episode, Rich speaks with Mirey Atallah, Chief of the Adaptation and Resilience Branch at the United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP), about the recently released report Limiting Overshoot: Navigating Exceedance of 1.5°C and Pathways Towards Return. Mirey explains why the report signals an important shift in climate strategy—from focusing primarily on preventing warming beyond 1.5°C to also preparing for, managing and shortening the period of overshoot. They explore the implications for mitigation, adaptation, climate finance and long-term policymaking, particularly in the Global South. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    From Carbon Mitigation to Climate Adaptation: UNEP's Big Climate Shift

  3. Oct 5

    Finding a Second Career in Conserving Wildlife in Vietnam

    In this episode of the Sustainable Ambassador Podcast, Mai Doan shares her journey from finance to conservation, and what she has learned through her second career conserving wildlife in Vietnam. The conversation explores the conservation challenges facing Vietnam as economic development, population growth, land use, and climate change place increasing pressure on ecosystems and wildlife. Mai also takes us inside Conservation Vietnam's funding model, including how the organization identifies and supports local conservation organizations, measures progress over long time horizons, and uses an investment-like approach to help promising programs grow without creating long-term dependence on a single funder. Finally, Mai reflects on returning to university for a Master's degree in Fisheries and Wildlife and offers practical advice for professionals considering a transition into conservation—including why volunteering, spending time in nature, and testing your commitment before changing careers can be important first steps. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    Finding a Second Career in Conserving Wildlife in Vietnam

  4. Sep 27

    Building a Sustainable Pizza Brand in Vietnam

    In this episode of the Sustainable Ambassador Podcast, Thu Vuong, Sustainability Manager at Pizza 4P’s, shares her journey from food science and sourcing into sustainability, and the lessons she has learned building a sustainable pizza brand in Vietnam. From working with farmers and suppliers to embedding sustainability into operations and engaging consumers, Thu offers a practical look at what it means to build a career in sustainability while helping a fast-growing Asian brand translate ambitious values into action Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    Building a Sustainable Pizza Brand in Vietnam

  5. Sep 19

    Building a Global Electric Scooter Brand from China

    In this episode of the Sustainable Ambassador Podcast, I speak with Joseph Constanty about his two decades in China, and his experience helping transform NIU from an early-stage Chinese electric scooter company into a global mobility brand. Joe shares how China’s electric two-wheeler industry developed, why NIU saw an opportunity to take its technology overseas, and what it took to overcome skepticism toward both electric mobility and Chinese brands in international markets. Joe also discusses one of China’s biggest competitive advantages: an interconnected supply chain capable of supporting extraordinarily fast cycles of product development and iteration. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    Building a Global Electric Scooter Brand from China

  6. Sep 13

    The Business Case for Supply Chain Decarbonization

    In this episode of the Sustainable Ambassador Podcast, I speak with Wesley Herche about the business case for supply chain decarbonization and his into energy, sustainability, and business. Drawing on his experience across government, consulting, Amazon, and energy and sustainability leadership, Wesley explains why energy sits underneath nearly every layer of the modern supply chain—and why decarbonization can increasingly be understood not simply as a sustainability objective, but as a pathway to greater efficiency, resilience, and competitive advantage. he conversation also explores the economics of the energy transition, the challenge of making long-term infrastructure investments within businesses driven by short-term financial expectations, and why sustainability professionals need to understand finance, engineering, strategy, and communication. Wesley closes by discussing the importance of empathy, coalition building, and choosing a specific problem to solve when building a career in sustainability. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    The Business Case for Supply Chain Decarbonization

  7. Aug 31

    The New Climate Scenarios Explained

    In this episode of the Sustainable Ambassador Podcast, I speak with climate scientist Prof. Dr. Detlef van Vuuren about the recent release of CMIP7 climate scenarios, and what they tell us about our changing climate future. It is a conversation that explores why scientists have updated the scenarios used to understand future warming, what has changed since the previous generation of models, and why recent temperatures rising faster than expected are creating new questions about climate sensitivity. Detlef also discusses what current trends suggest about future warming, the progress being driven by renewable energy and climate policy, and why updating the scenarios represents better science—not evidence that the risks of climate change have disappeared. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    The New Climate Scenarios Explained

  8. May 21

    Sustainability at Kohler: A Generational Approach to Leadership and Impact

    In this episode, we speak with Laura Kohler about how sustainability at Kohler reflects a generational approach to leadership and impact, shaped by over a century of family stewardship. Through our discussion, she shares how each generation has built on this legacy while adapting to new environmental and business realities, and why long-term progress depends on setting attainable, yet stretching goals to sustain momentum over time. The conversation also explores how Kohler navigates global market differences, balances B2B and consumer demand, and adapts sustainability strategies across regions with varying regulatory, environmental, and economic conditions. Finally, Laura shares insights into leadership within a family business and the evolving role of sustainability across generations, offering advice to next-generation leaders: listen, learn, build a case for change, and focus on work that delivers both impact and long-term value. Key Takeaways 1. Progress Requires Calibrated Ambition 2. Sustainability Is Strongest When Embedded in the Business 3. Stewardship Drives Long-Term Thinking 4. Market Reality Shapes Sustainability Strategy 5. Water Is Emerging as a Core Business Risk Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    Sustainability at Kohler: A Generational Approach to Leadership and Impact
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Through this series, we speak with Sustainability Ambassadors about the work they are doing as corporate executives, government leaders, non-profit professionals, academics, or entrepreneurs to solve the environmental, social, and economic challenges faced. Episodes are grounded in experience, with our goal to engage and inspire viewers to take the “next steps” on their own sustainability journey Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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  • Creator
    Collective Responsibility
  • Years Active
    2023 - 2026
  • Episodes
    100
  • Rating
    Explicit
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    © Collective Responsibility
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    Sustainable Ambassador Podcast