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The global food supply system is responsible for a tremendous amount of impact from greenhouse gas emissions to water impact, labor risk to biodiversity loss. The Carbon& podcast features conversations with leaders in the food industry and sheds light on comprehensive sustainability strategy beyond solely carbon footprint. HowGood is a SaaS data platform with the world's largest product sustainability database. To learn more about how we can help leading brands, retailers and restaurants improve their environmental and social impact, visit https://hgd.is/3iIxbL4

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    • May 10, 2023 LATEST EPISODE
    • infrequent NEW EPISODES
    • 47m AVG DURATION
    • 12 EPISODES


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    Investing in a Sustainable Future

    Play Episode Listen Later May 10, 2023 43:57


    Leaders at VanEck and Unovis Asset Management discuss their experiences as transformational investors in food systems and share their insights on sustainable investing and predicting trends in the food and agriculture sectors. Join us to learn investing in a more sustainable future! This episode features Ammar James, Deputy Portfolio Manager at VanEck, and Dan Altschuler, Managing Partner at Unovis Asset Management. This episode is moderated by Leah Wolfe, Head of Regenerative Education & Content at HowGood. HowGood is a SaaS data platform with the world's largest product sustainability database. To learn more about how we can help leading brands, retailers and restaurants improve their environmental and social impact, visit ⁠our website⁠.

    Double Materiality: Capturing Impact in Financial Reporting

    Play Episode Listen Later May 10, 2023 46:08


    Tune in for the latest episode of the Carbon& podcast, where we explore double materiality and true cost accounting in the food industry. Our guests, Sara Rowland of ANTEA group and Matthew Rusk of GRI, share their insights on how true cost accounting can help companies understand the full environmental and social impacts of their products. We also discuss how it can support consumers and governments in making more informed decisions. Don't miss out on this informative conversation about creating a more sustainable food system. This episode features Sara Rowland, ESG Advisory Services Lead at Antea Group, and Matthew Rusk, Head, GRI North America at GRI. GRI North America at GRI. This episode is moderated by Leah Wolfe, Head of Regenerative Education & Content at HowGood. HowGood is a SaaS data platform with the world's largest product sustainability database. To learn more about how we can help leading brands, retailers and restaurants improve their environmental and social impact, visit our website.

    True Cost Accounting in the Food Industry

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 29, 2023 38:59


    For this episode of Carbon& we're joined by Patrick Holden of the Sustainable Food Trust, and Jenn Yates of the True Cost Accounting Accelerator to provide an overview of True Cost Accounting and its relevance to the food industry. We cover the basics of True Cost Accounting, how it applies to the food industry, and why it's becoming increasingly important in today's rapidly changing CPG landscape. This episode features Jenn Yates, Director at TCA Accelerator, and Patrick Holden, Founding Director at Sustainable Food Trust. This episode is moderated by Leah Wolfe, Head of Regenerative Education & Content at HowGood. HowGood is a SaaS data platform with the world's largest product sustainability database. To learn more about how we can help leading brands, retailers and restaurants improve their environmental and social impact, visit our website.

    Q&A: Innovating for Sustainability in Plant-Based Products

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 29, 2023 16:03


    In our latest Q&A podcast episode, we dive into the topic of Innovating for Sustainability in Plant-Based Products, following our recent webinar hosted by Emma Yates. We discuss the latest trends and innovations in the plant-based industry, and explore how we can create products that are not only good for our health but also good for the planet. This episode features Emma Yates on the Growth & Innovation team at HowGood, and is moderated by Leah Wolfe, Head of Regenerative Education & Content at HowGood. HowGood is a SaaS data platform with the world's largest product sustainability database. To learn more about how we can help leading brands, retailers and restaurants improve their environmental and social impact, visit our website.

    White Leaf Provisions & Hive Brands

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 14, 2023 55:05


    In this episode of Carbon&, White Leaf Provisions and Hive Brands discuss the mutual benefits of partnerships between mission-driven brands and retailers. We'll be exploring the impact of transparency and data provision, the role of e-commerce platforms in curating a sustainable marketplace, and the challenges facing regenerative brands in a world where sustainability is becoming the norm. Don't miss this thought-provoking and insightful conversation on the future of sustainable commerce. This episode features Annika Gacnik, Sustainability & Social Impact Manager at Hive Brands, and Keith & Meghan Rowe, Co-Founders at White Leaf Provisions. This episode is moderated by Leah Wolfe, Head of Regenerative Education & Content at HowGood. HowGood is a SaaS data platform with the world's largest product sustainability database. To learn more about how we can help leading brands, retailers and restaurants improve their environmental and social impact, visit our website.

    Leaders in Impact Labeling: Airly Foods & JustSalad

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 14, 2023 57:27


    On this episode of Carbon&, we delve into the world of carbon labeling and its impact on consumers and businesses. Our experts share their insights on the challenges of educating the average person about the meaning of terms like "kg of CO2e". We also hear from businesses that have integrated carbon labeling initiatives into their operations and the results they've seen. Finally, we discuss the role of carbon labeling in driving research and innovation for more environmentally friendly products. Tune in and learn how carbon labeling is shaping a more sustainable future for all. This episode features Jennifer McKnight, Co-Founder at Airly Foods, and Sandra Noonan, Chief Sustainability Officer at JustSalad. This episode is moderated by Leah Wolfe, Head of Regenerative Education & Content at HowGood. HowGood is a SaaS data platform with the world's largest product sustainability database. To learn more about how we can help leading brands, retailers and restaurants improve their environmental and social impact, visit our website.

    Preventing Greenwashing: Dr. Bronner's & GoodSam Foods

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 14, 2023 56:42


    In this episode of Carbon&, we're talking about the importance of transparency in building consumer trust and loyalty by avoiding greenwashing. We explore topics such as the need to broaden sustainability reporting, and how the private sector, non-profits, and regulatory bodies can work together to create transparent supply chains. Don't miss out on this important conversation, listen now and share your thoughts with us in the comments below! This episode features Darcy Shiber-Knowles, Director, Operational Sustainability & Innovation at Dr. Bronner's, and Heather Terry, CEO & Founder at GoodSam Foods. This episode is moderated by Leah Wolfe, Head of Regenerative Education & Content at HowGood. HowGood is a SaaS data platform with the world's largest product sustainability database. To learn more about how we can help leading brands, retailers and restaurants improve their environmental and social impact, visit our website.

    The Power of Green Claims in the Consumer Market

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 16, 2023 27:35


    In this Q&A, we dive into the topic of green claims with Director of Growth & Innovation, Joao Brites. Green claims have become increasingly important to both consumers and brands in recent years. To learn more, watch the full webinar on Green Claims and Preventing Greenwashing. We'll discuss the different standards and guidelines set by organizations like ISO and industry bodies, as well as those passed down by governments like the FTC and EU. We'll talk through examples of companies that have faced regulatory repercussions for greenwashing, as well as cases where companies successfully defended their green claims. Join us for a Q&A about the power of green claims in the consumer market and the importance of truthful and impactful messaging. Podcast Chapters: Intro 4 Reasons Green Claims Matter for Your Bottom Line - (02:48) Preference & Confusion: Consumer Response to Green Claims - (05:18) Defining Greenwashing - (07:12) Regulatory Frameworks - (08:01) Standards Organizations - (08:56) Industry Bodies - (09:58) Greenwashing Example - (11:05) Green Claims in the EU & the UK (13:00) Substantiating Green Claims (18:07) Case Study: Walmart & Kohls vs FTC (20:16) Case Study: Chipotle vs NAD (21:43) Understanding the Green Claims Landscape (24:58) This episode features João Brites, Director of Growth & Innovation at HowGood, and is moderated by Leah Wolfe, Head of Regenerative Education & Content. HowGood is a SaaS data platform with the world's largest product sustainability database. To learn more about how we can help leading brands, retailers and restaurants improve their environmental and social impact, visit our website.

    Scaling Regenerative Supply: Cargill

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 10, 2023 51:21


    Join us for a thought-provoking episode of the Carbon& podcast, where we delve into the world of sustainable agriculture with special guests from Cargill, one of the largest and oldest agribusinesses in the world. Our guests share key strategies for achieving the ambitious goal of converting 10 million acres of agricultural land to regenerative practices. We also explore the impact of various crops on Cargill's supply chain and learn about the organization's efforts to transform them. Tune in for a fascinating discussion on the future of sustainable agriculture with Cargill. This episode features Ryan Sirolli, Global Environmental Markets, Inset Lead, and Guneesh Bhandal, Customer Sustainability Leader, Global Partners, at Cargill. This episode is moderated by Ethan Soloviev, Chief Innovation Officer at HowGood. HowGood is a SaaS data platform with the world's largest product sustainability database. To learn more about how we can help leading brands, retailers and restaurants improve their environmental and social impact, visit our website.

    Leaders in Climate Reporting: Symrise & Ingredion

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 24, 2023 58:08


    In this episode of Carbon&, we dive into the world of ESG reporting with Brian Nash and Filomena Rinaldi. Symrise and Ingredion, two lighthouse organizations in climate reporting, will discuss the direct relationship between a company's sustainability efforts and its financial performance. They will also share their perspectives on the benefits of coordinating sustainability and ESG reporting across an organization. We'll explore real-world examples of tangible financial lifts as a result of sustainability initiatives and get insights on how other organizations can follow suit. Tune in to learn how your company can improve its sustainability efforts and see the bottom-line benefits. This episode features Brian Nash, VP of Corporate Sustaianbility at Ingredion, and Filomena Rinaldi, Senior Sustainability Consultant at Symrise, and is moderated by Leah Wolfe, Head of Regenerative Education & Content at HowGood. This episode was recorded on November 10, 2022. HowGood is a SaaS data platform with the world's largest product sustainability database. To learn more about how we can help leading brands, retailers and restaurants improve their environmental and social impact, visit our website.

    Sourcing Biodiverse Ingredients: Simple Mills & Alpha Food Labs

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 24, 2023 54:52


    We sit down with Simple Mills and Alpha Food Labs to discuss the importance of sourcing biodiverse ingredients and building flexible formulas in strengthening the supply system and the environment. These two companies have demonstrated a commitment to sustainability and innovation in their approaches to ingredient sourcing and product development. Hear firsthand how they have incorporated biodiverse ingredients into their products and how this has benefited their supply chain and the environment. We'll also explore the role of flexible formulas in driving sustainability and how these companies are using technology to optimize their supply chains and reduce their environmental impacts. Don't miss this valuable conversation on how to drive positive change in the food industry through sustainable sourcing and product development. This episode features Christina Skonberg, Director of Sustainability & Mission at Simple Mills, and Mike Lee, Co-Founder & Co-CEO at Alpha Food Labs, and is moderated by Leah Wolfe, Head of Regenerative Education & Content at HowGood. This episode was recorded on February 3, 2022. HowGood is a SaaS data platform with the world's largest product sustainability database. To learn more about how we can help leading brands, retailers and restaurants improve their environmental and social impact, visit our website.

    Deepening Supplier Partnerships: Chipotle & Niman Ranch

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 24, 2023 57:44


    Chipotle and Niman Ranch, two trailblazers in ethical sourcing, discuss their thriving supplier partnership of 20 years. From the early days of their collaboration to the present, these two companies have consistently demonstrated a commitment to sustainability and social responsibility in their sourcing practices. Hear firsthand how they have navigated the challenges and opportunities of their long-term partnership and how they continue to innovate and drive positive change in the food industry. Don't miss this valuable conversation with two industry leaders on the importance of ethical sourcing and building strong supplier relationships. This episode features Carlos Londono, VP & Head of Supply Chain at Chipotle, and Chris Oliviero, General Manager at Niman Ranch, and is moderated by Leah Wolfe, Head of Regenerative Education & Content at HowGood. This episode was recorded on February 17, 2022. HowGood is a SaaS data platform with the world's largest product sustainability database. To learn more about how we can help leading brands, retailers and restaurants improve their environmental and social impact, visit our website.

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