Earth Talks

Earth Talks

Rose Challies + Terra Nova bring you experts from here in Aotearoa NZ to destinations around the world to investigate the action we need to take if we are really going to put earth first so that we can thrive. We talk about how businesses in different industries can make a real difference, we talk about how individuals and communities can ignite change, and we bring examples of activists that are making a big impact through really smart action.

  1. 04/17/2024

    20. Terra Nova Earth Talks. How do we transition millions to a low carbon economy with Josh Dry Cogo

    Has carbon emissions become a fatigued topic? Is it losing its emphasis with constant chatter about offsetting instead of how to reduce our warming in the first place? We see it like this... like other times when the world has had to come together to fight for what is right, we all have contribute to this battle. Every person who is consuming and emitting carbon, methane or other greenhouse gases into the atmosphere needs to do their bit for the world. Wield our swords and cut #ghg emitting consumption.How do we know how much damage we're doing and how much we have to wield our sword?  Some ways are incredibly labour intensive, counting up every gram and kilojoule of energy and waste, which in itself can be overwhelming. There are now many who are way more efficient. We have teamed up with cogo - taking the lead on measuring and reducing carbon emissions for over a decade. It provides a carbon footprint management tool for private businesses and public organisations to measure, understand and reduce their impact on the planet. It enables efficient and powerful insight and partners up with some of the world's largest banks to integrate leading carbon tracking functionality into their banking apps. Check out Josh Dry, Director of Business Development at Cogo, speak about Cogo’s efforts to empower decarbonisation and get a preview into what Cogo looks like and can do in the hands of consumers.Another Aotearoa New Zealand born business making impact for the survival and thriving of our earth.

    14 min
  2. 04/16/2024

    19. Terra Nova Earth Talks - Innovative digital tools and reporting on ESG with Karim Sabet, Orbviz

    Why is how you report on ESG, sustainability and your positive impact on Mother Earth important? When an organisation commits and contributes to a community and/or the environment it is important that we can tell whether it is just all smoke and mirrors or the real thing. Unfortunately, too often those doing amazing work don't communicate it well with long reports and the more jazzed up greenwashing superficiality takes over. There are now great tools out there that enable engagement and depth of reporting - it is important we use them so that our contribution, our impact, is seen and inspiring for others. Our Earth needs everyone to make an impactful contribution! How can an organisation take something that’s hard to understand and make it something more people actually want to engage with? We connected with OrbViz, an Ōtautahi Christchurch business with global reach, that tackles this problem. They are helping governments, companies, and non-profits bring reporting to life in a dynamic way that enables more people to be engaged in reporting and decision making. Check out this entertaining video in which Karim CoFounder of Orbviz shares a dirty little secret about his not-so-eco-friendly past, enlightens us to the attention span of humans vs goldfish, and gives a walkthrough of how Orbviz works and ensures that impactful work has impactful reporting! Innovative digital tools helping to make a difference in the world from Aotearoa New Zealand.

    18 min

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Rose Challies + Terra Nova bring you experts from here in Aotearoa NZ to destinations around the world to investigate the action we need to take if we are really going to put earth first so that we can thrive. We talk about how businesses in different industries can make a real difference, we talk about how individuals and communities can ignite change, and we bring examples of activists that are making a big impact through really smart action.