The Greener Way

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The Greener Way Podcast

The Greener Way is your podcast for exploring the big environmental, social and governance questions. Each week, The Greener Way will focus on deep conversations with investment and corporate experts who are deeply engaged in managing the sustainability challenges facing our planet. From climate change to biodiversity, human rights and modern slavery to corporate purpose and governance, we tackle head-on the nuances and trade-offs of our complicated world. The Greener Way is the podcast of FS Sustainability, the premier weekly trade publication that covers how investors and companies are changing real world outcomes across environmental, social and governance issues.

  1. 3 DAYS AGO

    Responsible investment stewardship towards net zero with Rachel Halpern

    Responsible investors are pushing back against so-called ‘Tea and Scones Stewardship’ and demanding meaningful company engagement. Done right, stewardship can steer companies toward net zero; done wrong, it’s as unsatisfying as a lukewarm brew and a stale scone. Today, we’re joined by Rachel Halpern, head of sustainability at JANA Investment Advisers, which advises on over $1.3 trillion in funds. She’ll discuss responsible stewardship strategies for achieving real impact. Rachel is the head of sustainability at JANA Investment Advisers, an advisory firm with over $1.3tn funds under advice. The host of The Greener Way is Rose Mary Petrass, senior journalist at FS Sustainability.

    12 min

  2. SEP 2

    Screening and controversies – tobacco, weapons, and more with Julia Leske

    When investors want to avoid specific activities in their portfolio – like tobacco, gambling, weapons, or adult entertainment – they turn to ESG screening. But what happens behind the scenes when fund managers make these crucial decisions? Are all ESG funds created equal? And how can an investor be sure their money isn’t inadvertently supporting sectors they wish to avoid? In this episode, we’re joined by Julia Leske, managing director and senior consultant in ESG strategy at ISS ESG. Julia sheds light on how ESG professionals navigate the fine lines in screening and controversies – from vapes to toilet paper and beyond. The host of The Greener Way is Rose Mary Petrass, senior journalist at FS Sustainability. ISS ESG is part of ISS STOXX, publisher of FS Sustainability.

    16 min

  3. AUG 26

    Investing in low-carbon, energy-efficient green buildings with Davina Rooney

    This episode outlines the climate and commercial case for sustainable buildings. With buildings and building materials in hot demand, especially as the nation grapples with meeting its housing targets, momentum is growing on the sustainability side. To discuss, host Rose Mary Petrass, senior journalist at FS Sustainability welcomes Davina Rooney Davina is CEO of the Green Building Council of Australia (GBCA) – a group helping steer Australia’s built environment sector towards highly efficient, low carbon, healthier places that are future-focused and resilient. The GBCA’s Climate Positive Roadmap advocates for all new buildings net zero by 2030 and existing buildings well before 2050.

    16 min

  4. AUG 19

    Nuclear power in Australia’s energy transition with Jai Mirchandani

    There are currently more than 400 nuclear power reactors in 32 countries, generating about a tenth of the world's electricity. The Coalition’s plan to build seven nuclear power plants to replace Australia's ageing coal-fired power stations and to abandon the government's 2030 net zero target has been receiving plenty of attention. Is this idea viable? To discuss we have Jai Mirchandani, founder and portfolio manager at ELM Responsible Investments. Jai sits down with host Rose Mary Petrass, senior journalist at FS Sustainability, to discuss the timeline, costs, and safety of nuclear power, as well as the geopolitical risks that are associated with this renewable energy source.

    11 min

  5. AUG 12

    A just transition for regional Australia with Amanda Cahill

    No one should be left behind in the transition to a net zero economy – and behind the scenes, both private and public sectors are working hard to understand where funding needs to flow. But putting aside nice-to-haves, will achieving a just transition have an impact on investor returns and reduce risk whether financial, reputational or systemic? Amanda Cahill is the CEO of the Next Economy, which acts as a sort of intermediary between regional communities, government, investors and industry to accelerate the transition to a climate-safe, socially just and regenerative economy. Amanda joins host Rose Mary Petrass, senior journalist at FS Sustainability to discuss.

    10 min

  6. AUG 5

    Can the market solve climate change? Climate finance with Blair Palese

    The US Inflation Reduction Act will crowd in more than $3 trillion US dollars of investment over the next decade. The Future Made in Australia Act has been billed as Australia’s response to the US IRA – but are taxpayer dollars better spent elsewhere? Today, we discuss climate finance and the role of government in de-risking climate investing. And we ask the ultimate question: can the market solve climate change? To answer this, we are joined by Blair Palese, director of philanthropy at Ethinvest, Australia’s oldest ethical investment firm. Blair is also the founder of Climate Capital Forum, the global climate editor and managing director at Climate & Capital Media, and co-founded 350.org Australia. She joins host Rose Mary Petrass, senior journalist at FS Sustainability.

    14 min

  7. JUL 29

    Moving business towards a low carbon economy with Jon Dee

    This episode is all about the power of advocacy and moving business towards a low carbon economy. Influential public figure, philanthropist Jon Dee is the founder of a number of initiatives including Planet Ark, DoSomething, and National Recycling Week. He is also the chair of the Forest Stewardship Council of Australia and New Zealand. Host Rose Mary Petrass, Senior Journalist at FS Sustainability, sits down with Jon to find out how to motivate business to take action on climate.

    19 min

  8. JUL 22

    Top ethical, sustainable, and responsible stocks and how to find them with Erica Hall

    Today's guest is Erica Hall, director of strategy and distribution at U Ethical Investors. Erica has experience across ESG, advisor solutions and more. She is also the author of 'Top Stocks Special Edition - Ethical, Sustainable, Responsible: A Sharebuyer's Guide to ESG for Leading Australian Companies'. Senior Journalist Rose Mary Petrass sits down with Erica to discuss incorporating sustainability into the advice process, what determines a 'good' ESG stock, and the best - and worst - performing sectors. Most importantly, find out what the top ESG stocks in Australia are - and whether they make good returns.

    16 min
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The Greener Way is your podcast for exploring the big environmental, social and governance questions. Each week, The Greener Way will focus on deep conversations with investment and corporate experts who are deeply engaged in managing the sustainability challenges facing our planet. From climate change to biodiversity, human rights and modern slavery to corporate purpose and governance, we tackle head-on the nuances and trade-offs of our complicated world. The Greener Way is the podcast of FS Sustainability, the premier weekly trade publication that covers how investors and companies are changing real world outcomes across environmental, social and governance issues.

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  • Creator
    FS Sustainability
  • Years Active
    2022 - 2024
  • Episodes
    111
  • Rating
    Clean
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    © Copyright 2024 FS Sustainability
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