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槓桿不賭命是一檔美股投資者的真實記錄，我是何星。每集我會完整告訴你我的資產配置，以及如何運用槓桿跟著資本成長。你我都是普通人，我不追求成功，我只想要生活輕鬆。如果你跟我一樣，podcast搜尋槓桿不賭命 https://fstry.pse.is/8h2y4s —— 以上為 Firstory Podcast 廣告 —— 由一口都不想浪費的【味味一品】贊助播出！忙碌一天後，來碗熱騰騰的泡麵，湯暖胃，麵入味，瞬間忘卻加班的疲勞，療癒你的是那熟悉的溫暖感。味味一品，讓你每一次的疲憊都能得到舒緩。全台各大通路熱賣中！ https://fstry.pse.is/8hjyrr —— 以上為 Firstory Podcast 廣告 —— 臺灣銀行推出的「GreenGo 綠行卡」，我們在2025年9月已做過節目分享權益，這張卡是全台首創的木質設計信用卡，強調減塑與 ESG 精神。基本回饋如下：國內一般消費 1%（需設定電子帳單與台銀帳戶自動扣繳）及海外 2.2% 無上限。若要解鎖最高 7% 的綠色加碼，持卡人必須完成「三大任務」：申辦電子帳單、設定台銀帳戶扣繳及綁定台灣 Pay。達成條件後，在指定綠色通路（如里仁、Gogoro、雲品酒店等）享加碼 5%，四大行動支付（Apple Pay、LINE Pay、街口等）再加碼 1%，新戶每月加碼上限 500 元、舊戶 300 元，是兼顧環保與消費回饋的特色卡片。 在應用策略上，該卡最受矚目的亮點是「低碳出行」加碼，像是「一卡通自動加值」享 5% 回饋（免登錄、免搶額度），對一般小資族及通勤上班族極具吸引力。若是搭配台銀 Apple Pay 的加碼活動，於台鐵、高鐵消費最高可疊加至 9.5% 回饋。然而，這張卡的申請門檻相對嚴格，正卡人年收入需達 60 萬元以上，且因公股銀行審核嚴謹，核卡流程可能長達數月，建議有興趣的讀者及早遞件。2025 年底前申辦的新戶，刷滿額還可領取最高 600 元 7-ELEVEN 購物金，適合追求長期、穩定交通回饋的消費者。除了基本權益之外，本集節目就要來跟大家聊聊我花了多久時間才申辦到這張卡，而且我會怎麼用這張卡呢？想了解我都怎麼用卡的人，這集一定要聽！ ➤來寶可孟YouTube頻道上收聽節目：https://pokem.me/PokemYTPodcast ➤每月45元支持寶可孟創作更多優質影片｜https://pokem.me/JoinPokemYT -- ➤臺灣銀行GreenGo 綠行卡文字解析：https://pokem.me/GreenGo ➤點我入手一張GreenGo綠行卡：https://lihi3.me/e8gIr ➤立即開立台銀數位帳戶：https://lihi2.com/1IZpK -- 加入會員，支持節目： https://pokemcard.firstory.io/join 留言告訴我你對這一集的想法： https://open.firstory.me/user/ckdpsqfmxifcf0862q6efk1qa/comments Powered by Firstory Hosting

2025 REVIEW QUIZ:True or False: Nearly half of directors think their board adds insufficient value.What percentage of directors said their board adds no value at all? A) 10% B) 18% C) 31% D) 69% (nice)True or False: Women run 11% of Fortune 500 companies in 2025.True — 11%. Don't clap.Women hold 24% of CEO pipeline roles but only ___% of promotions. A) 24% B) 16% C) 8% D) 0%, if the board had its wayWhich company plans to automate up to 90% of privacy and societal risk reviews using AI? A) OpenAI B) Meta C) Google D) Twitter (sorry, “X”)Why did BlackRock get removed from Texas' boycott list? A) Legal challenge B) Accounting error C) ESG retreat D) They promised not to say “climate” out loudWhy did PepsiCo say it delayed its net-zero target from 2040 to 2050? A) The board miscalculated emissions B) Shareholders voted against climate goals C) A change in climate accounting rules D) “The systems around us” weren't readyTrue or False: UK financial regulators scrapped mandatory rules because “DEI paperwork is annoying.”True: UK financial regulators scrapped mandatory DEI rules citing regulatory burden.The new acronym JPMorgan prefers over “DEI” is:D&IEDIDOI“Diversity, Opportunity & Inclusion”“Please Stop Asking”Which word even became unsafe during federal climate language purges? A) Sustainability B) Climate C) Resilience D) All of them, cowardWhich CEO criticized ISS and Glass Lewis as “incompetent”? A) Elon Musk B) Jamie Dimon C) Larry Fink D) All men eventuallyWhich phrase best describes modern CEO accountability? A) Robust B) Improving C) Optional D) DecorativeHaw many women have founded and led a Fortune 500 company?oneBonus: Who was that woman?Marion Sandler: Co‑founder and co‑CEO (with her husband Herbert Sandler) of Golden West Financial. True or False: Board gender diversity plateaued around 30%.True — Progress hit a ceiling and called it success.What % of Russell 3000 boards have 50% women?6%15%22%Enough to declare victoryTrue or False: MI6 appointed its first female chief in 2025.True — MI6 got there before corporate America. Blaise MetreweliWhich ESG metric disappeared first from earnings calls?Diversity statisticsEmissions targetsHuman rights languageAll of the above, but quietlyThe most common excuse for oversized boards:ComplexityGlobal reach“We need all these people”Founder feelingsWhich industry saw the biggest rollback in ESG commitments?EnergyFinanceConsumer packaged goodsTech pretending it's neutralWhat's the fastest-growing category of CEO compensation?Cash bonusesStock optionsPerformance shares“Retention” awards for stayingWhat's the most common DEI rebrand in 2025?BelongingCultureTalent strategyRisk managementWhat actually drives CEO pay upward during stock declines?Peer benchmarking“Retention risk”Board discretionFearWhy are women overrepresented in “glass cliff” roles?Risk toleranceCrisis opticsLimited pipelineConvenient scapegoatingWhat is the most accurate definition of “independent director” in 2025?No financial tiesNo employment tiesNo visible conflictNo intention of rocking the boatScoring Rubric23–25 correct: “Governance Adult” You actually listen. Disturbing.18–22 correct: “Proxy Advisor Apologist” You skimmed. You nodded. You missed the point.13–17 correct: “Boardroom Vibes Guy” You believe independence is a feeling.8–12 correct: “CEO Whisperer” You think pay packages are earned and boards try their best.Below 8: “Kimbal Musk” Please stop hosting the showWhich of these headlines are most likely to occur in 2026:Elon Musk announces Groxxx69, the latest iteration of Grok AI dedicated entirely to porn, 69, weed, pro wrestling, Call of Duty, and matchbox cars: 2DoorDash announces a 12 year $8.4bn pay package for CEO Tony Xu: 9DoorDash announces cutting staff 80% due to AI: 8Costco Caves to Trump, Cuts DEI: 1ISS and Glass Lewis announce new zero page voting policy: 5Brian Cornell resigns from Target board: 7CEO of McDonald's refuses to resign after admitting to affair with other executives: 8Sam Altman says he is terrified: 6Shareholders overwhelming vote out directors early in proxy season: 9Tim Cook announces retirement in 2028: 1

Send us a textClimate change is a global problem—but climate capital doesn't flow globally.In this episode of FUTUREPROOF., Jeremy sits down with Lassor Feasley, co-founder and CEO of Renewables.org, to unpack why some of the highest-impact climate solutions on Earth remain dramatically underfunded.Renewables.org applies a Kiva-style crowdfunding model to distributed solar projects across the Global South. Individuals can invest as little as $25 into no-interest loans that fund solar installations—and are repaid monthly over five years, allowing capital to be recycled again and again.Lassor explains why:A dollar invested in Global South solar can deliver up to 5x the carbon impact of a comparable U.S. projectTraditional climate fintech and ESG models break down in frontier marketsRepayment isn't just financial—it's proof of impactDesign, not just technology, determines whether climate solutions scaleThis conversation goes beyond solar panels to explore systems, incentives, trust, and the future of climate finance—and why everyday individuals may be better positioned than institutions to fund the energy transition where it matters most.If climate change is a race against time, this episode asks a harder question: are we deploying capital where it actually counts?

If you feel overwhelmed by conflicting commercial real estate forecasts, you're not alone. In this episode, Crosby and Zina cut through the noise by synthesizing insights from nine major industry sources, including CBRE, JLL, NAIOP, NAR Commercial, the Mortgage Bankers Association, and leading financial publications. They break down what's really shaping the 2026 CRE landscape, from tight capital markets and refinancing risk to sector-by-sector performance and the disruptive forces of technology and ESG. The takeaway is clear: commercial real estate is no longer about broad recovery, but about selectivity, function, and future-proof assets   What you'll learn from this episode Why debt availability, not demand, is the biggest factor shaping commercial real estate in 2026 How the upcoming maturity wall is forcing owners to refinance, recapitalize, or reposition assets What cap rate expansion means for pricing, valuations, and stalled deal flow The way the office market is dividing into high-quality assets and functionally obsolete properties Which commercial sectors are positioned to remain resilient despite capital constraints   Resources mentioned in this episode CBRE — Commercial real estate sector outlooks JLL — Global & U.S. CRE forecasts NAIOP — Office absorption & space utilization (Office Space Demand Forecast) MBA — Commercial & multifamily debt forecasts NAR Commercial — Investment & transaction trend analysis Bisnow — CRE technology & ESG coverage (tag hub) Commercial Observer — Capital markets & refinancing analysis CNBC — Macro-economic & real estate market coverage   Connect With Us Love what you're hearing? Don't miss an episode! Follow us on our social media channels and stay connected. Explore more on our website: www.alltechnational.com/podcast Stay updated with our newsletter: www.mochoumil.com Follow Mo on LinkedIn: Mo Choumil Stop waiting on underwriter emails or callbacks—TitleGPT.ai gives you instant, reliable answers to your title questions. Whether it's underwriting, compliance, or tricky closings, the information you need is just a click away. No more delays—work smarter, close faster. Try it now at www.TitleGPT.ai. Closing more deals starts with more appointments. At Alltech National Title, our inside sales team works behind the scenes to fill your pipeline, so you can focus on building relationships and closing business. No more cold calling—just real opportunities. Get started at AlltechNationalTitle.com. Extra hands without extra overhead—that's Safi Virtual. Our trained virtual assistants specialize in the title industry, handling admin work, client communication, and data entry so you can stay focused on closing deals. Scale smarter and work faster at SafiVirtual.com.

This Ask Josh Anything grab-bag starts with Tucson's new aluminum velodrome, evolves (devolves?) into altitude hacks for hour records, "no-rules" speed dreams, and holiday gift picks. From buying a kid's first bike (and why chain waxing might be the cleanest parenting win) to ESG-minded shop habits, Roubaix wheel diameter fever dreams to, aero brake-hose routing, and the Clik Valve debate—this episode covers the weird, practical, and wildly opinionated. Happy Holidays!

Send me a messageWhat if sustainability didn't rely on good intentions, ESG reports, or awareness campaigns… but on incentives that actually change behaviour?In this episode of the Resilient Supply Chain Podcast, I'm joined by Sunny Lu, Founder and CEO of VeChain, to unpack how blockchain can move sustainability from theory into action across global supply chains and everyday decisions.Sunny has been building in blockchain since 2015, long before the hype cycles, starting with enterprise traceability work at Louis Vuitton and going on to create VeChain as a platform focused on real-world adoption. At a time when supply chains are under pressure to deliver resilience, transparency, and credible sustainability outcomes, this conversation gets very practical, very quickly.You'll hear how VeChain uses verified data, tokens, and gamification to incentivise positive actions, from EV charging and reusable cups to food traceability and waste reduction. We break down why demand, not technology, is often the real bottleneck holding sustainable supply chains back, and how aligning individuals, enterprises, and incentives can unlock scale. You might be surprised to learn how blockchain has already helped cut food traceability times from hours to seconds, or how millions of small, verified actions can add up to meaningful carbon, water, and plastic reductions.This isn't a conversation about crypto speculation. It's about trust, data, visibility, and designing systems that make the right choice the easy, economically rational one.

2025 has been a milestone year for responsible investing. This week on The Greener Way, host Michelle Baltazar discusses the year that was with Estelle Parker, co-chief executive of the Responsible Investment Association Australasia (RIAA).They discuss the organisation's key achievements and the trends that reshaped the sustainable sector in the year that saw US president Donald Trump reverse key ESG policies. Estelle talks about how nature risks edged out climate risks as the key ESG issue this year and the investment scorecard of sustainable funds. 00:55 Key industry highlights 01:09 Global policy and regulatory developments02:31 Australia's policy shifts and achievements03:59 Addressing greenwashing concerns04:21 Nature risks and investment opportunities05:53 RIAA's engagement and committees06:10 US political impact on ESG07:44 Resilience of responsible investment markets08:52 RIAA's 2025 milestones11:34 Looking ahead to 2026 This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: OP3 - https://op3.dev/privacy

As the global pharmaceutical industry enters a period of profound transition, this episode of Corner Office Conversation examines what lies ahead. Hosts Vikas Dandekar and Teena Thacker talk to Stefan Oelrich, Head of the Pharmaceuticals Division at Bayer AG, about the forces reshaping drug discovery and access from trade tensions and shifting innovation hubs to the promise and uncertainty of cell and gene therapies. Oelrich reflects on Europe’s struggle to stay competitive as capital and talent flow increasingly toward the US and China, and argues that meaningful reform will require faster regulation, leaner bureaucracy, and quicker patient access. He also addresses the looming loss of exclusivity for blockbuster drugs and outlines how Bayer plans to offset revenue impact with a packed pipeline of new launches. India emerges as both an opportunity and a test case, offering scale and growth while raising tough questions on affordability and access. At its core, the conversation asks whether breakthrough science can move fast enough to serve patients without losing public trust.You can follow Vikas Dandekar on his social media: X and Linkedin and read his Newspaper Articles.You can follow Teena Thacker on his social media: X and Linkedin and read her Newspaper Articles.Listen to Corner Office Conversation: Corner Office Conversation with Knight Frank’s William Beardmore-Gray and Shishir Baijal, Corner Office Conversation with Sridhar Vembu, CEO, of Zoho Corporation, Corner Office Conversation with Gunjan Soni, Country Managing Director, Youtube India, Corner Office Conversation with Elizabeth Reid, Head of Search, Google and much more. Catch the latest episode of “Corner Office Conversation” on: Spotify, Amazon Music, Apple Podcasts,and wherever you get your podcasts from.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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南台灣小太陽 郭子琳 ft. 台灣行銷傳播專業認證協會/理事長 王福闓 #ESG星球 最近旅遊回國後，我有一個很深的體悟：城市的美，不在建築和活動，而是在它給人的「感覺」。 有些城市會讓你想走路、想停下來看一眼；有些城市則讓你下飛機瞬間覺得：「欸…怎麼……」 而我越旅行、越主持節目，越發現：一座城市會不會說話，其實跟「文化」息息相關。 文化不是博物館裡的灰塵，也不是一年一次的煙火，而是： 你早餐吃到的味道、你經過街角看到的小店、你在路上看到的人，或者走過的馬路，還有紅綠燈前等車的人群…每個瞬間都在告訴你：「嘿，我們這座城就是這樣。」而你願不願意多停一下腳步，感受它。 也就在這樣的心情下，我邀請到這本很啟發我的書--《城市文化創新：品牌行銷與永續讓城市更美好》的作者--王福闓 老師， 他走遍台灣各地、協助無數地方打造城市品牌，對「文化如何變成力量」有非常深刻的觀察。 在這一集，我們一起聊— 城市要怎麼樣才能不只好看，而是「好感」？ 活動怎麼從一年一次，變成整座城市的習慣？ 永續、文化、居民參與，怎麼串成一條「會說話的路」？ 如果你曾對自己住的城市失望、無感、或期待它變好， 那這一集，你一定會想聽。 ✨節目亮點 •為什麼「文化」其實是城市的動能，而不是裝飾 •城市行銷不是打廣告，而是「講好故事」 •一次活動 vs. 長期品牌：差在哪裡 •文化 × 永續：如何讓城市變得可愛又可活 【本集金句】文化不只是底蘊，而是城市向前的動能。 Powered by Firstory Hosting

Farmer Ryan and EcoChic Bioplastics announced a new partnership to expand circular, renewable alternatives to petroleum plastics globally, blending sustainability expertise with advanced material science to provide scalable, high-performance, cost-neutral solutions that cut waste, reduce emissions, and help organizations meet ESG objectives across industries worldwide. Farmer Ryan City: Oklahoma City Address: 8107 S I-35 Service Rd. Website: https://farmerryan.com/

In Part 3 of Ship Recycling Insurance Explained, host Jamie Dalzell and Paulina, Head of Insurance at GMS, look ahead at the technologies, regulations, and ESG expectations that will shape the next phase of maritime risk management. As ship recycling becomes more regulated and data driven, owners, insurers, and recycling partners rely on stronger verification systems and real-time information to manage final voyage exposure. Paulina explains how digital tools, vessel tracking, AI based routing, and improved certification processes are increasing transparency and reducing risk across the recycling chain. The conversation highlights how insurers are now linking coverage and premium terms to ESG performance, worker safety standards, carbon considerations, and responsible recycling practices. The episode also explores how GMS prepares for regulatory change by strengthening audits, working with reputable insurers, and investing in digital monitoring to maintain high operational standards. Topics include: • How vessel tracking and digital tools support better risk decisions • The role of AI in voyage planning and incident prevention • How digital certification improves transparency and compliance • Growing ESG influence on underwriting, pricing, and coverage availability • Environmental liability trends and new regulatory expectations • How GMS prepares for future maritime and recycling regulations • The importance of proactive and responsible risk management This final episode ties together the themes of the series and shows how the future of ship recycling insurance will be shaped by technology, ESG performance, and evolving international standards.

As 2025 draws to a close, the Sustainability Uncovered podcast provides a look back at the year's biggest sustainable business trends - and a look ahead to what's in store for the green economy in 2026. In this episode, we look back at the challenges and opportunities faced by cleantech startups and scaleups in 2025. We also look at the hottest innovation themes right now. We also look at how one large business, Bupa, has evolved its ESG strategy this year, broadening its focus from carbon and waste to employee engagement and healthier, more climate-resilient cities. Your host is edie's content editor Sarah George. Your expert guests are Juliette Devillard from Climate Connection and Nigel Sullivan from Bupa. Sustainability Uncovered uncovers some of the most inspiring and insightful sustainability and climate action stories from across the globe. The show features leader interviews, need-to-know round-ups, listener quizzes and more – all wrapped up into monthly episodes. Whether you're a business leader, climate expert, environmental professional, youth activist, or just have a passion for all things green – this podcast is for you! Say hello: podcast@fav-house.com

This week: Adam Read, chief external affairs and sustainability officer at Suez UK talks with Ian Welsh about the impacts of extended producer responsibility for the packaging sector, and the real opportunities that this can offer.   Plus: recycled polyester under fire as UK bans fashion adverts; EU backs major rollback of corporate ESG obligations; and, Microsoft leads peers on nature positive data centres, in the news digest by Ellen Atiyah.   Host: Ian Welsh

Adam Hearne is the CEO and co-founder of CarbonChain, which helps companies and banks decarbonise their supply chains through its software, which provides precise accounting of the global carbon emissions caused by industrial sectors. In this episode, we discuss specific, global ESG-related policies - including the Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism (CBAM) and the EU Omnibus Simplification Package - how CarbonChain tracks regulatory developments and whether Adam thinks companies still be motivated to manage their value chain emissions if carbon regulation becomes less stringent worldwide.

En este episodio charlo con Agnès Noguera Borel, consejera delegada de Libertas 7 (LIB), una empresa cotizada valenciana con casi 80 años de historia empresarial marcada por la capacidad de adaptación y una visión a largo plazo. Analizamos cómo la promoción inmobiliaria, a través de la marca FICSA, ha sido uno de los pilares históricos del grupo, complementada por una cartera de inversiones financieras que ha acompañado su crecimiento. El camino no ha sido fácil: la intervención del Banco de Valencia y la crisis del qrupo Prisa pusieron a prueba la supervivencia del holding familiar durante la gran crisis financiera de 2008-2012, obligando a una profunda reestructuración para volver a despegar. Hablamos también del liderazgo asumido tras un relevo generacional inesperado, de cómo se gestiona una empresa familiar cotizada en contextos de alta volatilidad, del papel del endeudamiento y de las lecciones que deja una crisis vivida “en primera persona”.La conversación se completa con una reflexión sobre la filosofía de inversión a largo plazo, el acceso a la vivienda en España, la ética empresarial y el compromiso con la sociedad a través de la Fundación Étnor, así como sobre la importancia de la cultura, la comunicación y la marca personal en el mundo empresarial.- Nuevo Curso "Fondos de Inversión desde cero" de Rankia: Aprovecha un 30% de descuento por ser oyente del podcast.- Sigue tus inversiones con MYPORTFOLIO: La herramienta gratuita de Rankia para organizar tu cartera.TEMAS00:00 - Introducción03:00 - Formación académica e Intereses iniciales 06:59 - Historia de la saga empresarial familiar11:58 - El desarrollo urbanístico y el Banco de Valencia12:40 - Fundación de la promotora inmobiliaria FICSA13:50 - Padres 20:39 - Cultura de Inversión y la volatilidad de los precios en Bolsa26:43 - La Bolsa de Valencia y el salto al mercado continuo 29:29 - Historia y caída del Banco de Valencia 38:00 - El Master a bofetadas43:27 - Inversión en el grupo PRISA y la inversión en Bolsa 48:51 - Salidas a Bolsa y momento del mercado53:55 - Private Equity (Capital Privado) 56:50 - La Caída de Prisa: La OPA sobre Sogecable 1:01:41 - Los peligros del endeudamiento empresarial1:06:35 - Crisis familiar y sucesión 1:13:45 - Museo L'Iber de miniaturas históricas1:19:00 - Marca personal e Historia del Arte 1:21:00 - La importancia de comunicar en las empresas1:31:37 - La tormenta perfecta (2008-2012) 1:39:20 - Filosofía de inversión (Value Investing) 1:45:25 - Lujo y tecnología 1:50:35 - Diversificación a apartamentos turísticos1:55:45 - El problema de la Vivienda y sus precios 2:04:25 - Parte del capital que cotiza en Bolsa y volatilidad de precios2:06:47 - Recomendaciones financieras para invertir a largo plazo2:11:47 - Renta Fija, indexación y activos alternativos 2:15:36 - El oro como activo2:20:47 - Ética Empresarial y fundación Étnor 2:25:07 - ESG, ética y cosmética2:28:20 - Lecturas recomendadasMás info con enlaces a los contenidos comentados en el blog de Juan Such en Rankia:https://www.rankia.com/blog/such/7112360-111-resiliencia-inversora-legado-empresarial-agnes-noguera-libertas-7

December 2025 Sustainable Stock and ETF Picks. Covers America's most responsible companies, AI infrastructure and renewable energy stocks, and more. By Ron Robins, MBA Transcript & Links, Episode 162, December 19, 2025 Hello, Ron Robins here. Welcome to my podcast episode 162, published on December 19, 2025, titled "December 2025 Sustainable Stock and ETF Picks." This podcast is presented by Investing for the Soul. Investingforthesoul.com is your go-to site for vital global, ethical, and sustainable investing mentoring, news, commentary, information, and resources. Remember that you can find a full transcript and links to content, including stock symbols and bonus material, on this episode's podcast page at investingforthesoul.com/podcasts. Also, a reminder. I do not evaluate any of the stocks or funds mentioned in these podcasts, and I don't receive any compensation from anyone covered in these podcasts. Furthermore, I will reveal any investments I have in the investments mentioned herein. I have a great crop of 8 articles for you in this podcast! Note: Some companies are covered more than once. ------------------------------------------------------------- December 2025 Sustainable Stock and ETF Picks (1) In this edition, I'm starting with a ranking of responsible companies. It's titled America's Most Responsible Companies 2026 on rankings.newsweek.com. It's by Newsweek and Statista. Here are some quotes from the introduction by Jennifer H. Cunningham. "According to a study by The Roundup, 84 percent of customers say that they are deterred from companies with poor environmental practices, and 62 percent 'always or often' specifically look for products that are sustainable. That is why Newsweek is proud to partner with Statista for the seventh time to present America's Most Responsible Companies 2026, highlighting 600 companies that are taking action each day to uphold their social responsibility.  This ranking is built on an evaluation of company CSR/ESG or sustainability reports, financial reports, history of lawsuits and 2024 top polluter indexes from the Political Economy Research Institute. Additionally, over 30 KPIs were researched from the three areas of ESG—environmental, social and governance performance. Companies included in this ranking are American Tower (AMT), Ingersoll Rand (IR), Las Vegas Sands (LVS), NVIDIA (NVDA), and Tapestry (TPR )." End quotes The top five companies in the ranking are NVIDIA (NVDA), Mastercard (MA), Palo Alto Networks (PANW), Ecolab (ECL), and T-Mobile (TMUS). ------------------------------------------------------------- December 2025 Sustainable Stock and ETF Picks (2) As renewable energy companies make gains, this article reviews some top companies in the sector. The article is titled Top 7 companies offering digital transformation solutions for renewable energy on azbigmedia.com. It's by Eric Kelly. Here are some of his comments. "1. DXC Technology (DXC) builds Distributed Energy Resource Management Systems – DERMS for short. What that means in plain English: software that can juggle thousands of solar panels, wind turbines, and batteries at once. Their renewable energy digital services do real-time forecasting and balancing. When a cloud covers a solar farm, the system already knows and has adjusted before anyone notices a flicker. They use predictive analytics to figure out what's going to happen hours or days ahead, which matters when you're trying to keep the lights on for millions of people. 2. Siemens Energy (ENR.DE) Their Omnivise Digital Solutions covers pretty much everything – from the moment you build a power plant to the day you tear it down decades later. They make distributed control systems that pull data from every sensor, every turbine, every transformer, and show it all in one place. What's interesting is their edge computing for substations. Instead of sending all data to some central cloud and waiting for instructions, the processing happens right there on-site. Milliseconds matter when you're managing a grid. Siemens is also deep into green hydrogen tech. They're working on projects in over 100 countries and their equipment generates about half the world's electricity. 3. Schneider Electric (SU.PA) built EcoStruxure. It connects hardware, software, and services to optimize energy use in buildings, factories, and grids. Their new One Digital Grid Platform uses AI to manage planning, operations, and asset management all in one place. The AI automatically catches when the digital model of a grid doesn't match reality – like when someone forgot to update the system after installing new equipment. Sounds simple, but that kind of mismatch causes real problems. 4. ABB (ABBNY) make robotic systems for manufacturing solar panels, complete instrumentation packages for solar and wind plants, and the smart grid systems that tie it all together. Their battery storage solutions are particularly interesting. BESS-as-a-Service means companies can use battery systems without buying them outright. For industrial users trying to cut electricity costs during peak hours, that's huge. You get energy independence without the capital expenditure. ABB supplies converters for the world's biggest offshore wind farms and generators for hydroelectric plants. 5. GE Vernova (GEV) is the spinoff from General Electric that focuses purely on power generation and grid management. They generate about 25% of the world's electricity through their installed base of 2200 GW worth of equipment.  Their Grid Orchestration Software uses AI to predict demand, optimize energy flow, and integrate all those distributed resources we keep talking about. Their Advanced Asset Performance Management system pulls data from information systems, operational systems, and engineering models to help people make faster decisions. GE Vernova partnered with Amazon Web Services to accelerate cloud migration and bring generative AI into energy infrastructure. 6. IBM Energy and Utilities (IBM) brings Watson and AI expertise to energy. Their Maximo platform manages assets, and Watson handles the heavy data analytics. They're using AI to forecast renewable energy production, optimize maintenance schedules, and manage distributed resources. IBM is also experimenting with quantum computing for modeling complex energy systems. Their blockchain platforms enable peer-to-peer energy trading – imagine selling excess solar power from your roof directly to your neighbor. They build digital twins that simulate how turbines, transformers, and entire grids will behave under different conditions. 7. Accenture (ACN) isn't selling hardware or software directly. They're consultants who help energy companies figure out their entire digital transformation strategy. Sometimes the problem isn't technology – it's knowing which technology to use and how to implement it without disrupting your business. They work with industry leaders on IoT, Big Data, AI, and cloud solutions. Their approach covers operational excellence, asset management, customer experience, and decarbonization. Renewable energy digital services from Accenture include predictive maintenance for wind and solar farms, platforms for managing virtual power plants, and real-time carbon emission monitoring. They also help companies integrate ESG principles into operations and reporting." End quotes. ------------------------------------------------------------- December 2025 Sustainable Stock and ETF Picks (3) This next article is titled Zacks Industry Outlook Highlights Bloom Energy, OPAL Fuels and FuelCell on finance.yahoo.com. It's by Zacks Equity Research. Now, some quotes from the article. "1. FuelCell Energy (FCEL) Based in Danbury, CT, the company makes ultra-clean, highly efficient power plants that can run on fuels like renewable biogas and natural gas, producing electricity with far less pollution and fewer greenhouse gas emissions than conventional fossil-fuel plants. In September 2025, the company announced its fiscal third-quarter results. The company reported a loss of 95 cents per share, which improved 45% year over year. The company's top line also improved 97% year over year to $46.74 million. The Zacks Consensus Estimate for FuelCell Energy's fiscal 2026 sales implies an improvement of 21.5% year over year. The consensus estimate for fiscal 2026 earnings implies 51.3% growth year over year. The company currently carries a Zacks Rank #2 (Buy). 2. OPAL Fuels (OPAL) Based in New York, the company is a vertically integrated renewable fuels platform involved in the production and distribution of renewable natural gas for the heavy-duty truck market. During the third quarter, the company produced renewable natural gas of nearly 1.3 million Metric Million British Thermal units (MMBtu), which was up 30% year over year. The Fuel Station Services segment sold, dispensed, and serviced an aggregate of 38.9 million GGEs of transportation fuel for the three months ended Sept. 30, 2025, reflecting an increase of 1% year over year. The Zacks Consensus Estimate for the company's 2025 sales implies an improvement of 21.8% from the previous year's reported figure. The estimate for 2025 earnings implies 128.6% growth from the previous year's reported figure. The company currently carries a Zacks Rank #2. 3. Bloom Energy (BE) Based in San Jose, CA, the company generates and distributes renewable energy. On Oct. 28, 2025, Bloom Energy announced its third-quarter results. It reported earnings of 15 cents per share against a loss of a cent in the year-ago quarter. The company's top line also improved 57.3% year over year to $519 million. The Zacks Consensus Estimate for 2025 sales implies an improvement of 28.6% from the previous year's reported figure. The consensus estimate for 2025 earnings implies 92.9% growth from the previous year's reported figure. The company currently carries a Zacks Rank #3 (Hold)." End quotes. ------------------------------------------------------------- December 2025 Sustainable Stock and ETF Picks (4) This final review article makes a bold prediction on an AI infrastructure stock. The article is titled Prediction: This AI Infrastructure Stock Could Hit a $500 Billion Valuation by 2032 on fool.com and is by Thomas Niel. Here are some quotes from Mr. Neil's article. "Arista Networks (ANET) A top provider of cloud networking solutions for end-users such as AI data centers, the company has already benefited greatly from this trend. Already a strong performer over the past five years, its shares may be in for further outsized price appreciation in the years ahead, as the AI growth trend persists. How Arista benefits from the AI buildout Arista Networks has been in business for over 20 years, becoming a billion-dollar business around 10 years ago. Still, it's only been over the past three years that the company experienced a sustained growth resurgence. The reason for this is hardly a mystery. In late 2022, ChatGPT launched, sparking the start of the genAI growth trend. Soon after, tech companies, especially the largest names in the space, began to deploy hundreds of billions of dollars into building out their AI infrastructures. With this booming surge in demand, it's no surprise that Arista Networks has benefited from a big jump in demand for networking hardware, like switches and routers, as well as the software used to power them… This rapid revenue growth has brought with it a correspondingly high rate of earnings growth… Next stop $500 billion? It's possible At current prices, Arista Networks has a market cap of around $161.3 billion. To reach a $500 billion market cap and a share price of around $400 within six years, at a minimum, Arista will need to sustain 20% annualized growth… The bottom line for new or existing Arista Networks investors Currently, Arista has a forward price-to-earnings (P/E) ratio of just under 40. In the years ahead, even if annual growth stays around 20%, shares could experience a slight de-rating as investors anticipate a growth slowdown over a longer time frame… Rather than entering or adding to a position at any price, you may want to wait for renewed worries about an AI bubble or whitebox competition to create new buy-the-dip situations." End quotes. ------------------------------------------------------------- More articles from around the world with Sustainable Investment Picks for December 2025. 1. Title: Sustainability ETFs Still Shining Despite Investor Pullback. Here are the 4 Largest on thedailyupside.com. By Kiran Aditham. 2. Title: Better AI Infrastructure Stock: Nebius Group vs. Iren Limited on fool.com. By Patrick Sanders. 3. Title: FCEL vs. BE: Which Hydrogen Power Stock Has Better Potential for Now? On nasdaq.com. By Jewel Saha for Zacks. 4. Title: EQR Named A Top Socially Responsible Dividend Stock on nasdaq.com. By BNK Invest. ------------------------------------------------------------- Ending Comment These are my top news stories with their stock and fund tips for this podcast, "December 2025 Sustainable Stock and ETF Picks." Please click the like and subscribe buttons wherever you download or listen to this podcast. That helps bring these podcasts to others like you. And please click the share buttons to share this podcast with your friends and family. Let's promote ethical and sustainable investing as a force for hope and prosperity in these tumultuous times! Contact me if you have any questions. I wish you a wonderful time over the holidays and a terrific and prosperous 2026! Thank you for listening. My next podcast will be on January 23rd. See you then. Bye for now   © 2025 Ron Robins, Investing for the Soul

Engaging ESG returns for season 4 on January 7th. Engaging ESG is a bimonthly series exploring the evolving landscape of ESG communications. Join Jennifer Owens, former external content strategy lead for Meta Sustainability, and Kati Kallins, former head of sustainability engagement at Meta, as they address the pitfalls and opportunities hidden in your ESG comms plan and provide practical answers you and your team can use today. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Greenhushing, Communication, and Stakeholder Engagement for Endowments with Lane Jost In this crossover episode of The Future of Finance and Beyond Carbon, hosts Georges Dyer and Chris Ito sit down with Lane Jost, Head of Sustainability & Governance Advisory at Edelman Smithfield, for a candid conversation about the evolving ESG and sustainable investing landscape. Lane traces the arc of ESG from its “1.0” early days to today's politically charged environment, unpacking the dynamics of greenwashing, greenhushing, regulatory risk, and the often-confusing language that shapes public perception. They examine what this moment means for endowments, asset managers, and campus stakeholders, and discuss Edelman Smithfield's work with endowments on strategic communications strategies. Ultimately, the episode balances realism about political headwinds with optimism about market innovation, improved governance, and the long-term trajectory toward resilience and value creation. Guest Lane Jost – Head of Sustainability & Governance Advisory at Edelman Smithfield Background Lane Jost leads the Sustainability & Governance Advisory Practice at Edelman Smithfield, bringing 16 years of sustainability leadership across facilities management, financial services, and consulting. Previously, he served on PwC's national Responsible Business Leadership team, contributing to the firm's global net zero strategy. Lane has held senior ESG roles at Santander US and Sodexo USA, developing sustainability strategies and managing significant grant portfolios. He holds degrees from UC San Diego and Kenyon College. Conversation Green Hushing May Actually Be Beneficial - The pullback from aggressive ESG marketing forces organizations to focus on substance over rhetoric, emphasizing rigorous processes and how ESG factors genuinely drive value and risk management. ESG Terminology Will Evolve, But Core Principles Remain - While "ESG" may fade within 3-5 years, evaluating material environmental, social, and governance factors remains fundamental to investment decisions regardless of political climate or terminology changes. Communications Must Align With Portfolio Management Reality - Strategic communications should be conservative, transparent, and grounded in fiduciary stewardship. Avoid making unvalidated claims, particularly given emerging regulatory risks around greenwashing in multiple jurisdictions. Context Matters: One Size Doesn't Fit All - Appropriate approaches vary by institution. Small liberal arts colleges have more latitude for impact investing, while large state universities face greater scrutiny. Mission and stakeholder context determine strategy. Educational Institutions Have Unique Teaching Opportunities - Universities should engage students in real-world discussions about balancing financial constraints, stakeholder pressures, climate risks, and portfolio construction—providing invaluable practical experience beyond traditional classroom learning.  

As ESG debates evolve and financial materiality moves to the forefront, the issues shaping company performance are becoming clearer — and more consequential. In this episode of Bloomberg Intelligence’s ESG Currents podcast, BI’s director of ESG research Eric Kane is joined by the analysts who hosted the show throughout the year to break down the ESG forces most likely to influence markets in 2026. Grace Osborne, Rob Du Boff, Melanie Rua, Andy Stevenson, Gail Glazerman, Yasutake Homma, Chris Ratti, Conrad Tan and Shaheen Contractor discuss sustainable debt in emerging markets, shareholder activism, water scarcity, climate damages, the ESG implications of AI, carbon removal, sustainable funds and more.The episode was recorded on Dec. 9.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ethical investing is often seen as a way to align your money with your values, but what does it really mean in practice? In this episode of Women and Wealth, Investors' Chronicle's Val Cipriani is joined by Madi Apthorpe to explain how ethical investing works in practice, covering ESG labels, exclusions, impact, engagement and how investors can avoid greenwashing.As more investors seek to support environmental sustainability, social responsibility and good governance, the ethical investing landscape has become increasingly complex. Val and Madi discuss how investors can navigate this space with confidence, the trade-offs involved, and whether investing ethically means sacrificing returns. They also explore how women investors in particular are approaching ethical considerations and what questions to ask before committing your money.Women and Wealth is the monthly podcast series from Investors' Chronicle. You can listen to and watch the episodes, alongside our other podcasts, on Apple, Spotify and YouTube.Investors' Chronicle has supported private investors in the UK for over 160 years by highlighting rewarding investment opportunities. Investors' Chronicle is a service by the Financial Times. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode of The Midweek Takeaway, the team is joined by Sapan Ghai, CEO of Sovereign Metals, to discuss a major de-risking milestone for the company following a collaboration agreement with the IFC, the World Bank's private sector arm. Sapan explains how the partnership supports the project's DFS, ESG standards, and creates a clear pathway to debt and potential equity financing for the Kasiya rutile and graphite project in Malawi. The conversation also explores geopolitical de-risking, critical minerals supply chains, and why this development positions Sovereign Metals as one of the most compelling mining stories heading into the next phase of development. Disclaimer & Declaration of Interest This podcast may contain paid promotions, including but not limited to sponsorships, endorsements, or affiliate partnerships. The information, investment views, and recommendations provided are for general informational purposes only and should not be construed as a solicitation to buy or sell any financial products related to the companies discussed. Any opinions or comments are made to the best of the knowledge and belief of the commentators; however, no responsibility is accepted for actions based on such opinions or comments. The commentators may or may not hold investments in the companies under discussion. Listeners are encouraged to perform their own research and consult with a licensed professional before making any financial decisions based on the content of this podcast.

It's been a busy year for ISO Standards, with that set to ramp up in 2026 thanks to upcoming Standard transitions. Before we dive into a new year, we'd like to take a step back and highlight some of the key ISO milestones from 2025.  In this episode, Steph Churchman, Communications Manager at Blackmores, looks back at the major Standard updates from 2025, including changes to existing Standards, new ISO's published and key upcoming changes you need to be aware of for 2026.   You'll learn ·      What ISO Standards have been updated in 2025? ·      What new ISO Standards were published in 2025? ·      What Standards are due to be published in 2026? ·      What ISO transitions do you need to be aware of in 2026? Resources ·      Isologyhub   In this episode, we talk about: [02:05] Episode Summary – Steph reviews major ISO Standard updates from 2025, including changes to existing ISO Standards, new Standards published and what you need to know going into 2026.   [02:34] What ISO Standards have been updated in 2025?: ISO 27701:2025: This is the Standard for Privacy Information Management and it recently received an update in October 2025. Key updates to this Standard include: ·      This is now a stand-alone Standard and can be implemented without an existing ISO 27001 ISMS in place. ·      The addition of further guidance for data processors and controllers. ·      Provides greater clarity on managing personal data within AI and digital ecosystems ·      More focus on organisational leadership involvement. ·      The update now aligns ISO 27701 more closely with global regulations such as GDPR, CCPA and LGPD. ISO 37001:2025, the Standard for Anti-bribery. This one was well overdue an update, with its last version being 2016! It's update arrived on 2nd Feb 2025, and included: - ·      Text harmonisation with the other ISO 37000 family of Standards, such as ISO 37301 (compliance management systems), ISO 37000 (governance of organisations) and ISO 37008 (internal investigations of organisations) to ensure consistency and easier integration. ·      The latest version now formally introduces the concept of anti-bribery culture and emphasises its importance for the effectiveness of the management system. ·      A greater emphasis on the role of top management and their involvement in overseeing the management system. ·      A new requirement has been added for awareness and training as fundamental asset for management system results. ·      It also receives the added climate change amendment, which many ISO's already embedded back in 2024 – learn more about that here. ·      And lastly, there's more comprehensive definitions of conflict-of-interest as well as procedures to raise awareness on reporting potential and actual conflicts. ISO 50002, the standard for energy audits. This isn't a certifiable standard, but rather a guidance document to support the energy management standard ISO 50001. The recent update has now split this Standard into 3 parts: ·      ISO 50002 part 1: General requirements with guidance for use. ·      ISO 50002 part 2: Guidance for conducting an energy audit in buildings. ·      ISO 50002 part 3: Guidance for conducting an energy audit in processes Most of the revisions focused on strengthening and adding further clarification to energy auditing principles such as Competency, Confidentiality, Objectivity, access to equipment, resources and information, Evidence-based approach and Risk-based approach Lastly, this update also clearly specifies the requirements for energy auditor competence. [07:10] What new ISO Standards were published in 2025? ISO 42006 - Requirements for bodies providing audit and certification of artificial intelligence management systems. This is a guidance Standard that actually relates to certification bodies rather than businesses choosing to implement ISO 42001. It builds on ISO 17021-1 and ensures that certification bodies operate with the competence and rigour necessary to assess organisations developing, deploying or offering AI systems. While one that you as a business may not have to worry about, it's a positive addition to the growing ISO 42000 family of Standards, which are currently the only global frameworks for best practice for AI Management. ISO 17298 Biodiversity - Considering biodiversity in the strategy and operations of organizations. ISO 17298 ultimately aims to help organizations of all types and sizes understand how they depend on and impact nature – and take concrete action to address it. It includes guidance to help you: ·      Understand your biodiversity impacts, dependencies and risks ·      Identify opportunities for green growth and nature-positive finance ·      And develop and implement a credible biodiversity action plan   [09:45] What new ISO Standards are due to be published in 2026? ISO 53001 management system requirements for the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals. Many businesses have already done the hard work behind aligning their ESG activities with the UN SDG's, and will soon be able to benefit from certification to an internationally recognised Standard to help manage and improve their performance against those SDG goals. The Standard provides a framework for an SDG management system that will: ·      Enhance the organization's SDG performance. ·      Fulfil compliance obligations. ·      Achieve selected SDG objectives. ·      Create trust and confidence to relevant existing and future stakeholders If you wanted to get a head-start, the guidance document ISO 53002: Guidelines for contributing to the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals is available to download for free right now. ISO 14060: Net Zero Aligned Organisations. This Standard details requirements for how any type of organization can demonstrate that their net zero strategy is achievable, and that they are making credible and verifiable progress towards contributing to global net zero in line with the Paris Agreement. There are a lot of country specific legislation and regulations now in effect, or soon to be in effect, but there is a lack of clarity around what it actually means to be Net Zero. This is where ISO 14060 comes in, to create a globally accepted definition of what it means for an organisation to be net zero. In addition, this Standard will also: ·      Define what constitutes a credible net zero strategy at an organisational level ·      Establish how targets should be set, measured and delivered ·      Require organisations to align with the goals of the Paris Agreement ·      Build on existing ISO standards such as ISO 14064 for GHG verification and ISO 14068-1 for Carbon Neutrality ·      Have a focus on organisational claims, not product or event-level claims ·      And lastly it will be globally applicable and adaptable across sectors. [12:50] What ISO Standard updates do you need to be aware of for 2026?: The anticipated update to the leading environmental management system Standard, ISO 14001, is expected to be published in Q1 of 2026. It doesn't appear to have many major changes, but rather just further guidance and clarification in a few areas, including: ·      Modernised terminology and harmonised structure that aligns with other ISO Standards ·      Stronger focus on environmental conditions ·      Clearer EMS scope with life-cycle perspective ·      Again, we see a greater focus on leadership accountability ·      Refined risk-based planning ·      Introduction of a new change-management clause ·      Extended operational control to suppliers ·      Restructured management review ·      And an expanded Annex A for explanatory notes ISO 9001 is also due a revision. It was expected out around a similar time as ISO 14001, but following its public comment round, it's gone back under revision to make more changes after that feedback. As a result, this has pushed the expected publication date to either Q3 or possibly even Q4 of 2026. Now despite it going back into revision following feedback, the changes are still expected to be minor. Some of the expected changes include: ·      Impact of digital transformation – such as AI ·      Improved supply chain resilience ·      Proactive risk management and risk-based thinking ·      Quality culture and awareness of ethical behaviors ·      And increased attention to customer satisfaction Looking even further forward, ISO 45001 will also be up for revision soon, though that isn't expected to be published until 2027. We'll give you more details as soon as a draft version has been made available. All of these transitions will include a 3-year grace period, so there's no need to panic. Over the next year, we'll cover these changes in more detail, and will provide a variety of ISO Support options to help you manage and complete your ISO transitions. That's it from us for 2025! We look forward to brining you more ISO knowledge in 2026

DAMION1In our 'Oracles are fine but emperors and popes are icky' headline of the week. Charlie Munger Warned That BlackRock Holds Too Much Power And Didn't Want Larry Fink Becoming An 'Emperor'“We have a new bunch of emperors, and they're the people who vote the shares in the index funds. Maybe we can make Larry Fink and the people at Vanguard Pope.”In our 'What we do is totally ok but what they do is totally icky' headline of the week. Schwab CEO Rick Wurster Draws a ‘Bright Line' Between Investing and Gambling In our 'Bob Iger Says "Water skiing is the new productivity"' headline of the week. Europe's Alps on track to lose 97 percent of glaciers by century's end"Creativity is the new productivity": Iger used this phrase during interviews to reframe how AI is reshaping work and entertainment, suggesting that while AI handles efficiency, human creativity becomes the primary value driver.In our 'You're going to love Will. He's really good at kickball.' headline of the week. Union Pacific Appoints Will to Board of DirectorsUnion Pacific appoints CF Industries CEO Tony Will to board of directorsIn our 'First they were better at ice cream and now they are better at board independence? Show-offs' headline of the week. Ben & Jerry's Plans to Set Board-Term Limit, Removing Three DirectorsMATT1In our 'Milestones include dinner with tech bros, phone calls with tech bros, giving gold plated fake awards to tech bros, hiring other tech bros' lawyers, and bricking your old phone' headline of the week. Tim Cook's $74.6M 2024 Pay Ranks 7th Among US CEOs Amid Apple MilestoneIn our 'To put that into context, Tim Cook is JUST shy of 30 PBS's' headline of the week. Arkansas becomes first state to cut ties with PBS, saying $2.5 million membership dues ‘not feasible'In our 'Also, climate change will make your backyard irrelevant.' headline of the week. Sorry, six-figure earners: Elon Musk says that money will ‘disappear' in the future as AI makes work (and salaries) irrelevantIn our 'Also fading: cakes on birthdays, barbecues on July 4th, giving thanks on Thanksgiving, and water in water coolers.' headline of the week. The taboo against holiday layoffs is fading.In our 'When 2034 is just too soon.' headline of the week. Ryanair CEO Michael O'Leary plans to step down by 2035DAMION2In our 'Ryanair board is officially told it doesn't matter' headline of the week. Michael O'Leary to Step Down from Ryanair Leadership by 2035In our 'Hey Ma, Fortune ripped off those dumb dudes at Free Float! Tell Dad!' headline of the week. Apple CEO Tim Cook out-earns the average American's salary in just 7 hours—to put that into context, he could buy a new $439,000 home in just 2 daysIn our 'McDonald's median employee delivers blunt reaction to career advice from McDonald's CEO that may 'hurt his feelings' in new Instagram video: "Fuck you and your 1,014:1 pay ratio."' headline of the week. McDonald's CEO delivers blunt career advice that may 'hurt your feelings' in new Instagram videoMcDonald's median employee for 2024 had total compensation of $17,492.In 2021, Kempczinski addressed the shootings of 7-year-old Jaslyn Adams and 13-year-old Adam Toledo to Lightfoot, who had visited McDonald's headquarters earlier that day. Kempczinski wrote: “p.s. tragic shootings in last week, both at our restaurant yesterday and with Adam Toldeo [sic]. With both, the parents failed those kids which I know is something you can't say. Even harder to fix.”In our 'Actor becomes more powerful voice than entire ESG industry' headline of the week. Actor Joseph Gordon-Levitt wonders why AI companies don't have to ‘follow any laws'In our 'Freddy Fiffle and Billy Boffle named as interim CEOs while Donny Duffle has been named independent lead director' headline of the week. Barry Biffle Steps Down as Frontier Airlines CEOMATT2In our 'Remember, no one cares as much about you as you. In fact, I don't care at all about you or your career. I'll take it a step further: I hate you, you're basically the worst. This might hurt your feelings, but your mother hates you, too. You might as well be Hitler. But this is just tough love if you want your career to flourish as a cashier at McDonald's. Also, you're fired.' headline of the week. McDonald's CEO delivers blunt career advice that may 'hurt your feelings' in new Instagram video"The advice I would give is: remember, nobody cares about your career as much as you do," Kempczinski said. "So this idea that there's somebody out there who's looking out for you, who's going to make sure that you get that opportunity, who puts you in the right thing — great if it happens — but at the end of the day, nobody cares more about your career than you do."In our 'Man who said “You should fire the assholes,” “I have a lot of friends who are Democrats, and they're idiots,” and "I'm not mad at you. You can be mad at me. It's a free country, you can walk with your feet." says emotional intelligence and communication are keys in AI future' headline of the week. Jamie Dimon says soft skills like emotional intelligence and communication are vital as AI eliminates rolesIn our 'Is AI an immigrant? Does that count?' headline of the week. 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In this episode, Emma Cox is joined by Christina Ross, Head of Science & Impact at Credo Beauty, to talk about how this leading clean beauty retailer is redefining what people expect from their products—and from the brands behind them. Christina shares how her background in toxicology and public health shapes her work on Credo's rigorous ingredient standards, and why sustainability, packaging innovation, and supply chain transparency are now non-negotiable for brands who want to lead.Christina discusses the role of science in sustainability strategy, including how systems-based thinking guides Credo's approach to ingredient evaluation and responsible product design. As the largest clean beauty retailer in the U.S., Credo leverages its unique position to raise the bar for more than 130 beauty brands through The Credo Clean Standard™—a framework that combines strict requirements with industry best practices and resources.Christina and Emma unpack the value of certifications, the importance of consumer education, and how Credo's decarbonization strategy is shaping the next phase of climate action in beauty.By the end of the episode, you will understand why clean beauty is not just a marketing label—it's an ongoing commitment to safety, transparency, and environmental responsibility.Don't miss an episode—subscribe to ESG Decoded on your favorite podcast platform and follow us on social for the latest updates!Episode Resources: Credo Beauty's Impact & Standards: https://credobeauty.com/pages/mission PACT Collective – Beauty Packaging Recycling Program: https://www.pactcollective.org/NSF/ANSI 417 – Personal Care Product Certification: https://www.nsf.org/standards/personal-care-products -About ESG Decoded ESG Decoded is a podcast powered by ClimeCo to share updates related to business innovation and sustainability in a clear and actionable manner. Join Emma Cox, Erika Schiller, and Anna Stablum for thoughtful, nuanced conversations with industry leaders and subject matter experts that explore the complexities about the risks and opportunities connected to (E)nvironmental, (S)ocial and (G)overnance. We like to say that “ESG is everything that's not on your balance sheet.” This leaves room for misunderstanding and oversimplification – two things that we'll bust on this podcast.ESG Decoded | Resource Links Site: https://www.climeco.com/podcast-series/Apple Podcasts: https://go.climeco.com/ApplePodcastsSpotify: https://go.climeco.com/SpotifyYouTube Music: https://go.climeco.com/YouTube-MusicLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/esg-decoded/IG: https://www.instagram.com/esgdecoded/*This episode was produced by Singing Land Studio  About ClimeCoClimeCo is an award-winning leader in decarbonization, empowering global organizations with customized sustainability pathways. Our respected scientists and industry experts collaborate with companies, governments, and capital markets to develop tailored ESG and decarbonization solutions. Recognized for creating high-quality, impactful projects, ClimeCo is committed to helping clients achieve their goals, maximize environmental assets, and enhance their brand.ClimeCo | Resource LinksSite: https://climeco.com/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/climeco/IG: https://www.instagram.com/climeco/

Green bonds reshaped parts of sustainable finance and placed transparency and disclosure at the core of fixed-income markets. Although they didn't change credit risk they managed to change how investors evaluate credibility, disclosure, and intent.This 2-in-1 compilation revisits two earlier conversations about the early days of green bonds, when issuers and investors were still figuring out how the product worked. This was before sustainable finance went mainstream. In that period, climate reporting was uneven and measurement frameworks were still taking shape.You'll hear highlights from the interviews with Marilyn Ceci and Romina Reversi. Both worked inside JP Morgan when the green bond market took shape.Marilyn Ceci led ESG Debt Capital Markets globally at JP Morgan. As a co-author of the Green Bond Principles, she helped establish voluntary guardrails that allowed the market to scale without losing liquidity.Romina Reversi served as a founding member of JP Morgan's ESG DCM team at a time when green bonds remained niche. She now leads Sustainable Investment Banking for the Americas at Crédit Agricole and focuses on green bonds, sustainability-linked bonds, and investor-aligned sustainability strategy.This compilation revisits:why green bonds became a communication tool for sustainability strategieswhy transparency itself was treated as impacthow standards enabled liquidity and scalehow nuclear energy re-entered the green bond conversationIf you want a clear, no-nonsense view of how green bonds actually work, this is the place to start.—Intro (00:00)Marilyn Ceci on early green bonds (03:36)What green bonds are versus traditional bonds (07:50)Why issuers choose green bonds over conventional debt (14:42)Do green bonds deliver pricing advantages or greeniums (17:15)Examples of real-world green bond financings (19:17)Evolution from green to broader ESG bond markets (24:24)Challenges and criticisms of green bonds (30:49)Romina Reversi's pivot into founding ESG capital markets at JP Morgan (38:44)Early sustainable finance misconceptions explained (40:29)Building ESG teams from scratch challenges (42:08)Green bonds explained for newcomers (43:41)First tech green bonds lessons learned (45:29)Romina's role at Crédit Agricole (46:50)Nuclear energy and sustainable finance (54:21)Greenwashing criticism and additionality debate (58:52)— Discover More from SRI360°:Explore all episodes of the SRI360° Podcast Sign up for the free weekly email update —Additional Resources:Full conversation with Marilyn CeciFull conversation with Romina Reversi

The US economy is headed for a spell of slower growth in 2026 and while inflation may not fall much further, slack in the labour market should allow for additional cuts in the benchmark fed funds rate – overall, this is a favourable backdrop for US high-yield corporate bonds. Jack Stephenson, Investment Specialist for US High-Yield, tells Chief Market Strategist Daniel Morris that high-yield credit is perhaps not the cheapest now, but the quality of bond issuers has improved notably.For more insights, visit Viewpoint: https://viewpoint.bnpparibas-am.com/Download the Viewpoint app: https://onelink.to/tpxq34Follow us on LinkedIn: https://bnpp.lk/amHosted on Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.

Comments/ideas: asiaclimatefinpod@outlook.comAsia's climate finance landscape is evolving rapidly. In our discussion, our guest,  KPMG's Ha Do, explores how Asian governments are shifting from policy ambitions to concrete implementation, the climate finance mechanisms proving most effective in mobilising capital, and why state-owned enterprises remain at mid-stage ESG maturity. We examine green public-private partnerships, regulatory convergence around global standards, and why Asia is increasingly positioned to shape, rather than follow, global climate finance architecture.ABOUT HA: Ha leads the Government and Public Sector, and IDAS practice for KPMG in the Asia Pacific region. She specializes in advising central and local governments, NGOs including multilateral and bilateral development banks/agencies, state-owned enterprise groups, and relevant stakeholders (private enterprises, starts-up, etc) especially in projects and transformation across areas of infrastructure, healthcare and sustainability. Before assuming the regional roles, Ha was Senior Partner of KPMG Hanoi office, Head of Infrastructure, Government & Healthcare (IGH) Sector, Head of Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) and Head of State-Owned Enterprises of KPMG Vietnam and Cambodia. She serves as a board director of Pacific Basin Economic Council (PBEC), an international business association that promotes cross-border trades. She also sits in the Asia Pacific Advisory Council for Global Infrastructure Project Financing Association (IPFA), a global organization for the infrastructure and energy financing industry. Ha has recently participated in the United Nations Economic and Social Commission for Asia and the Pacific (UN ESCAP)'s Financing Energy Transition program as one of their Advisors. Ha has been a long-time Governor in the American Chamber of Commerce (AmCham) Board of Governors in Hanoi. She is currently the Chairwoman of Women in Business Committee in AmCham. Ha has been a Board Member of Sustainable Finance Sector Committee (SFSC) under European Chamber of Commerce, working with various stakeholders to mainstream green business, abolish barriers, and create the conditions for green business to thrive. Ha was Vice Chairwoman of the Hanoi Business Association for the period of 2017 – 2021, and she is actively involved in promoting business of Vietnamese private enterprises. She sits on various advisory boards for non-profit organisations and runs SympaMeals with her friends, a charity fund providing free meals to poor patients in Hanoi's cancer and heart hospitals.FEEDBACK: Email Host | HOST, PRODUCTION, ARTWORK: Joseph Jacobelli | MUSIC: Ep0-29 The Open Goldberg Variations, Kimiko Ishizaka Ep30-50 Orchestra Gli Armonici – Tomaso Albinoni, Op.07, Concerto 04 per archi in Sol - III. Allegro. | Ep51 – Brandenburg Concerto No. 4 in G, Movement I (Allegro), BWV 1049 Kevin MacLeod. Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 License

(0:00) Intro.(1:27) About the podcast sponsor: The American College of Governance Counsel.(2:14) Start of interview. *Reference to prior episodes/reports with Richard (E126 from Feb 2024 and E158 from Dec 2024)(3:11) AI dominance in public and private markets(4:14) About WSGR's 2025 SV150 Corporate Governance Report. Major Findings in DEI Disclosure (impact on board diversity)(12:25) Broader ESG Changes and Challenges to SEC Climate Disclosure Rule(16:03) California approach to climate risk disclosures (SB 253 and SB 261) and greenhouse gas emissions disclosure(19:04) State vs. Federal Regulatory Landscape(21:13) On SEC's change of policy relating to mandatory arbitration bylaws(23:41) SEC Changes Under Chair Atkins: changes in exec comp disclosures and removing quarterly reporting (27:18) SEC Changes to Rule 14a-8 proposals(29:23) On Lack of Minority Party SEC Commissioners(32:30) Delaware vs. Other States on Corporate Incorporations(39:26) Other findings from the 2025 report. Including on dual-class shares and sunset provisions.(41:12) The State of Private Markets, IPOs and VC(49:55) Biggest winner in business in 2025(50:55) Biggest loser in business in 2025(53:00)  Biggest business surprise in 2025(54:32) Best and worst corporate governance trend from 2025(58:18)  What's the biggest corporate governance trend to watch out for in 2026Richard Blake is a partner at Wilson Sonsini and the leader of the firm's public companies' practice. You can follow Evan on social media at:X: @evanepsteinLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/epsteinevan/ Substack: https://evanepstein.substack.com/__To support this podcast you can join as a subscriber of the Boardroom Governance Newsletter at https://evanepstein.substack.com/__Music/Soundtrack (found via Free Music Archive): Seeing The Future by Dexter Britain is licensed under a Attribution-Noncommercial-Share Alike 3.0 United States License

My guest this week is Sarah Clarke - Group GM, Sustainability at Mirvac, where she leads the award-winning ESG strategy This Changes Everything. Sarah also serves as Deputy Chair of Cladding Safety Victoria and formerly chaired Homes Victoria's $5b+ social housing investment -driving impact across climate, equity, and governance. In this conversation, we explore how Sarah embeds purpose and sustainability at scale, why ESG isn't just policy but a pathway to real-world impact, and how leadership, strategy, and innovation come together to shape better communities and a more sustainable future. Recorded live amidst the energy and buzz of Convene 2025, please note there's a little background noise, but the conversation is well worth it! This episode is part of our Short Takes on Purpose series (in partnership with Social Traders), where we spotlight bold thinkers reshaping business for good.

Quality, Consequences and the Construction Industrial Complex (part 463)Our guest this episode is David Holtzclaw talking about Bill McQuade talking about ASHRAE, IEQ, non- linear career paths and much more.If you enjoy this episode, share it with friends and give us a review, it helps more than you know.In this episode, we discuss:ASHRAE's impact world wideIEQThe cost savings of aging in place and the relationship to wellbeingThe importance of learning what you do not want to doAnd much more…….More on BillBill on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/william-mcquade-a54b749/ ASHRAE: https://www.ashrae.org/ Baltimore Aircoil Company: https://baltimoreaircoil.com/ BioBill McQuade P.E., LEED AP, CDP, Fellow ASHRAE has spent over 32 years working in the HVAC&R industry in various roles. He is Global Vice President for Government Affairs and Sustainability at the Baltimore Aircoil Company. In that capacity, he is responsible for establishing and maintaining relationships with regulators, legislators, associations, and societies and he leads the development and implementation of the company's global ESG strategy. Previously to that, he was Vice President of Sector Services at the Air Conditioning Heating and Refrigeration Institute (AHRI) and he worked for 26 years for the York International/Johnson Controls organization in various roles.Throughout his career, he has been a very active member of our global industry. In the ASHRAE Society, he is the current Society President. Over the years, he Chaired various councils and committees and chaired the subcommittee that developed the 2019-2024 ASHRAE Strategic Plan. A regular attendee of UN climate and ozone meetings, he has provided input to the US, EU, and Indian governments regarding ozone and climate regulation and legislation.Bill is Professional Engineer in Pennsylvania, a LEED AP, and a Certified Decarbonization Professional, He an ASHRAE Fellow (2013) and received the ASHRAE Exceptional Service Award in 2023. During his career, he has been awarded 22 U.S. and International patents.#edificecomplexpodcast #bluerithm #BPV #ProjectManagement #podcast #CxM #Cx #RICS #PMI #PMP #smartbuildings #ESG #training #systems #resiliance #builtenvironment #LEED #netzero #MEP #ASHRAE #CIBSE #buildingservices #BECx #facades #BPVGlobal #bluerithm #environment #LEED #netzero #MEP #ASHRAE #CIBSE #sustainability #AESG

Former investment banker and ESG “whistleblower” Desiree Fixler joins The Winston Marshall Show to expose what she says is one of the biggest financial scams of the modern era.Fixler explains how she helped build the ESG and stakeholder capitalism framework from inside Wall Street before discovering it was being used to mislead investors, overcharge consumers, and rebrand powerful elites after the financial crash. Drawing on her time as Chief Sustainability Officer at Deutsche Bank's trillion dollar asset manager, she reveals how ESG labels were slapped onto funds with no evidence, no data, and no accountability.She describes how ESG became mandatory through regulation, how net zero and DEI targets distorted corporate decision making, and why trillions were diverted into unprofitable green projects while energy prices soared. Fixler recounts blowing the whistle internally, being fired, smeared, and forced to rebuild her life from scratch before US and German authorities later confirmed widespread ESG fraudWe discuss Klaus Schwab, the World Economic Forum, stakeholder capitalism versus shareholder capitalism, the role of consultants and regulators, and why Fixler believes ESG has undermined growth, trust, and democracy across the West.A rare inside account of how ESG really worked, who profited, and why the whole system is now beginning to collapse.-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------WATCH FULL EXTEND CONVERSATION HERE: https://open.substack.com/pub/winstonmarshall/p/i-helped-build-it-a-wef-davos-insider?r=18lfab&utm_campaign=post&utm_medium=web&showWelcomeOnShare=true-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------FOLLOW ME ON SOCIAL MEDIA:Substack: https://www.winstonmarshall.co.uk/X: https://twitter.com/mrwinmarshallInsta: https://www.instagram.com/winstonmarshallLinktree: https://linktr.ee/winstonmarshall----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Chapters 00:00 Introduction 02:19 Desiree's Background and Early Career 06:29 ESG Explained: Why It Was So Profitable11:26 When ESG Became Mandatory16:02 The Great Financial Crisis and ESG Rebranding18:07 The Backlash Against ESG23:48 The WEF's Influence and Control 25:51 Inside Deutsche Bank: Discovering ESG Fraud33:48 Fired, Smeared & Pushed Out44:52 The Multi-Trillion Dollar Industrial Complex57:43 Inside the World Economic Forum1:01:34 Soft Power, Global Governance & Democracy1:07:27 The Backlash Against ESG1:18:00 Final Thoughts Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Send us a textWe are back from hiatus and diving straight into the high-stakes world of Industry Season 3, Episode 3, "It." Join former Morgan Stanley investment bankers Jen and Kristen as we decode the finance behind the drama at the COP climate conference in Switzerland. In this episode, we break down the hypocrisy of ESG investing, the regulatory "Chinese Wall" between equity research and investment banking, and why pressuring an analyst for a buy rating isn't just frowned upon—it's illegal. We also analyze the mechanics of Petra and Harper's rogue attempt to launch a new "Leviathan" fund, fact-checking everything from non-compete clauses to Harper's strategic lie about being a former "trader" rather than a salesperson.Beyond the balance sheets, we dig into the psychological horror of the episode—from Eric's glitter-covered spiral into a midlife crisis to the trauma-bonding between Yasmin and Henry Muck. We discuss the nuances of "dad trauma," the reality of IPO lockup periods, and the cringe-worthy dynamics of pitching a non-ESG fund at a climate summit. We also explore the literary references to King Lear and Leviathan that foreshadow the power struggle between Harper, Petra, and the wealthy Otto Mostyn.Finally, we debate the double meaning of the episode title "It"—is it a reference to Stephen King horror, or simply who has the "It factor" to survive on Wall Street? We wrap up by delivering our Bullish and Bearish takes on the cast, deciding who is playing the long game and who is about to fold. Whether you're here for the technical breakdown of hedge fund marketing or the messy workplace drama, we've got the skinny on what's real and what's just Hollywood.Learn more about 9fin HERE Shop our Self Paced Courses: Investment Banking & Private Equity Fundamentals HEREFixed Income Sales & Trading HERE Wealthfront.com/wss. This is a paid endorsement for Wealthfront. May not reflect others' experiences. Similar outcomes not guaranteed. Wealthfront Brokerage is not a bank. Rate subject to change. Promo terms apply. If eligible for the boosted rate of 4.15% offered in connection with this promo, the boosted rate is also subject to change if base rate decreases during the 3 month promo period.The Cash Account, which is not a deposit account, is offered by Wealthfront Brokerage LLC ("Wealthfront Brokerage"), Member FINRA/SIPC. Wealthfront Brokerage is not a bank. The Annual Percentage Yield ("APY") on cash deposits as of 11/7/25, is representative, requires no minimum, and may change at any time. The APY reflects the weighted average of deposit balances at participating Program Banks, which are not allocated equally. Wealthfront Brokerage sweeps cash balances to Program Banks, where they earn the variable APY. Sources HERE.

In this episode, Matthew is joined by Eversheds Sutherland partner David Kaleda to unpack ESG investing, regulatory and political shifts and emerging opportunities from creativity in investment processes to potential ERISA litigation reform.

Cadillac Fairview has been shaping downtown Montreal for decades, but the next chapter is about turning legacy retail land into full neighborhoods. In this episode, Axel Monsaingeon sits down with Jeroen Henrich, Senior Vice President of Development at Cadillac Fairview, to break down the shift from condos to rentals, why underutilized parking fields are now some of the most valuable real estate in Quebec, and how mega-sites like Carrefour Laval get redeveloped without hurting retail performance. They dig into master planning as "3D chess", transit and infrastructure constraints, ESG fundamentals that actually move the needle, and the underwriting discipline required when construction costs and capital markets turn volatile.   Topics & Timestamps ⏱️ 00:01:03 – Cadillac Fairview in Montreal

Gillian Tett and Professor Bob Eccles discuss how anti-ESG sentiment and political tensions, particularly stemming from USA, are reshaping climate policy, corporate behaviour, and markets. These two globally respected interpreters of political economy and corporate purpose examine what this means for global action, and how leaders can navigate the fragmented landscape. 00:00 - 12:30 Understanding the Pendulum: How We Arrived at Today's Polarised Landscape 12:30 - 23:30 The Political Realignment: ESG Backlash, Cultural Fractures & the New “Stakeholders” 23:30 - 37:00 What's Happening on the Ground: The Reality of Corporate Adaptation 37:00 - end Pathways Forward: Language, Consensus-Building & the Leadership Mandate Investec Focus Radio SA

首屆「企業海洋永續貢獻獎」表揚海洋守護者【企業挺海洋】為了讓更多企業力量，導入海洋保育，開啟海洋ESG之路，海委會首度設立企業海洋永續貢獻獎，表揚海洋保育走在最前線的企業海洋委員會官方臉書： https://fstry.pse.is/8ecdfh ------以上為海洋委員會廣告------ —— 以上為 Firstory Podcast 廣告 —— 生成式 AI 服務百花齊放，激烈的競爭當中，專門於企業端市場的微軟 Copilot，月用戶正式破億人。 這次《財訊》專訪了幕後推手 Dan Stevenson，台灣身為全球科技供應鏈的一環，該如何迎接數位轉型？ ，他分享了什麼看法呢？ 《時間軸》 (00:00) 開場 (00:30) Part 1 - 市場熱話題 (03:49) Part 2 - AI工具新趨勢 與 微軟Copilot推手Dan Stevenson專訪分享 (20:57) Part 3 - 本次報導的心得 加入會員，支持節目： https://wealth1974.firstory.io/join 留言告訴我你對這一集的想法： https://open.firstory.me/user/ckijrbz8nehm50847mulgl7v6/comments 原文刊登於財訊雙週刊 752 期 主持：吳匡庭 來賓：陳碧珠 錄音：吳匡庭 成音：吳雨軒

Gillian Tett and Professor Bob Eccles join us as we examine how anti-ESG sentiment and political tensions are reshaping climate policy, corporate behaviour, and markets, and what leaders can do to navigate this landscape. The views in this podcast are those of the contributors, and don't necessarily represent those of CISL, the University of Cambridge, or Investec, and should not be taken as advice or a recommendation. Investec

Hour 3 for 12/10/25 Drew and Dr. Paul Kengor discussed is socialism is on the rise (4:01). Topics/callers: instant gratification (18:03), Mamdani is Trump's fault (21:44), I'm a local communist (31:02), the 50-year mortgage (38:23), I grew up in Spain (43:20), and ESG (45:50). Link: https://spectator.org/the-mamdani-model-more-socialist-mayors-to-come/

首屆「企業海洋永續貢獻獎」表揚海洋守護者【企業挺海洋】為了讓更多企業力量，導入海洋保育，開啟海洋ESG之路，海委會首度設立企業海洋永續貢獻獎，表揚海洋保育走在最前線的企業海洋委員會官方臉書： https://fstry.pse.is/8ecdmf ------以上為海洋委員會廣告------ —— 以上為 Firstory Podcast 廣告 ——

In this episode of The Sustainable Hospitality Podcast, host Kathy Sue McGuire speaks with Greg Poirier, Global Director of Hospitality Certification at Audubon International. Greg shares how the organization evolved from wildlife protection into one of the most influential sustainability certification bodies in hospitality—now active in 37 countries.They explore why third-party verification is becoming essential for hotels, why waste remains the industry's weakest performance area, and how staff culture, guest expectations, and AI-driven tools are reshaping the future of sustainable operations. Greg also breaks down the business case: where real ROI comes from, how to measure it, and why insurance volatility may soon push sustainability forward faster than anything else.⸻

We're thrilled to welcome back Eva Hongyan Gao, Head of Product ESG at AMCS Group, a returning guest (episode 102) and a product leader in B2B SaaS, circular economy, and ESG, for a special episode on using LLMs securely inside the enterprise. Eva joins Matt and Moshe to offer a candid, hands-on look at how AI fits into enterprise toolkits, the challenges of data compliance, and the realities of integrating tools like Microsoft Copilot Studio within strict security frameworks.Eva brings deep experience building for demanding enterprise customers, where success is measured not just by innovation, but by strict ISO, SOC 2, and GDPR compliance. She shares what happens behind the scenes as product leaders and IT teams try to balance innovation, cost, and data protection, sometimes losing sleep over responsible tool usage and ever-climbing AI integration costs.Join Matt, Moshe, and Eva as they explore:Using AI tools in highly regulated, security-conscious B2B enterprise settingsThe compliance process: from ISO and SOC2 to GDPR and internal AI guidelinesWhy Microsoft Copilot is becoming the default LLM in enterprises, and what you still need to watch out forBuilding internal agents and chat interfaces to answer roadmap questions and handle stakeholder requestsLessons learned moving from over-engineered platforms to simpler, compliant AI toolsCreative AI workflows, including removing branded assets between Copilot and Figma and orchestrating information for various departmentsThe ongoing struggle: data redaction, internal transparency, and the limits of controlling generative modelsLLM orchestration: mixing old-school logic with new AI capabilities, and knowing when not to use AISecurity best practices and the importance of a trust-based compliance mindset across the organizationWhat happens when stakeholders use AI tools in ways product never expectedOpportunities for Copilot and DevOps to streamline maintenance, documentation, and stakeholder requestsThe future of AI in sustainability, product management, and business decision-makingAnd much more!Want to connect with Eva or learn more?LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/evagaodeYou can also connect with us and find more episodes:Product for Product Podcast: http://linkedin.com/company/product-for-product-podcastMatt Green: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mattgreenproductMoshe Mikanovsky: http://www.linkedin.com/in/mikanovskyNote: Any views mentioned in the podcast are the sole views of our hosts and guests, and do not represent the products mentioned in any way.Please leave us a review and feedback ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

How can global corporations and local entrepreneurs collaborate to fight plastic pollution at scale?In this week's episode, host Anna Stablum welcomes Jessie Coates, EY Corporate Responsibility Markets Leader, and Bintang Ekananda, Founder and CEO of Alner. Together, they unpack the unique public-private partnership known as TRANSFORM, a collaboration between Unilever, the United Kingdom's Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office (FCDO), and EY. This decade-long initiative connects multinationals with mission-driven startups in Asia and Africa to scale innovative, market-based solutions.Jessie and Bintang share how Alner's refill-and-reuse business model is helping reduce plastic waste in Indonesia and how this collaboration supports both impact and profitability.During this episode, you will learn:How refill systems are transforming local retail in IndonesiaWhy big brands benefit from investing in impact-driven startupsHow public-private partnerships accelerate sustainability solutionsWhat's needed to scale circular packaging models & reduce single-use plastic wasteDon't miss an episode—subscribe to ESG Decoded on your favorite podcast platform and follow us on social for the latest updates!Episode Resources: Alner – Circular Retail & Refill Solutions in Indonesia: https://www.alner.id/ TRANSFORM Program – Unilever, UK FCDO and EY Impact Accelerator: https://transform.global/ EY Ripples – Shaping the future with confidence: https://www.ey.com/en_gl/corporate-responsibility/ey-ripples UN Treaty on Plastic Pollution (Global Plastics Treaty Overview): https://www.unep.org/intergovernmental-negotiating-committee-plastic-pollution -About ESG Decoded ESG Decoded is a podcast powered by ClimeCo to share updates related to business innovation and sustainability in a clear and actionable manner. Join Emma Cox, Erika Schiller, and Anna Stablum for thoughtful, nuanced conversations with industry leaders and subject matter experts that explore the complexities about the risks and opportunities connected to (E)nvironmental, (S)ocial and (G)overnance. We like to say that “ESG is everything that's not on your balance sheet.” This leaves room for misunderstanding and oversimplification – two things that we'll bust on this podcast.ESG Decoded | Resource Links Site: https://www.climeco.com/podcast-series/Apple Podcasts: https://go.climeco.com/ApplePodcastsSpotify: https://go.climeco.com/SpotifyYouTube Music: https://go.climeco.com/YouTube-MusicLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/esg-decoded/IG: https://www.instagram.com/esgdecoded/*This episode was produced by Singing Land Studio  About ClimeCoClimeCo is an award-winning leader in decarbonization, empowering global organizations with customized sustainability pathways. Our respected scientists and industry experts collaborate with companies, governments, and capital markets to develop tailored ESG and decarbonization solutions. Recognized for creating high-quality, impactful projects, ClimeCo is committed to helping clients achieve their goals, maximize environmental assets, and enhance their brand.ClimeCo | Resource LinksSite: https://climeco.com/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/climeco/IG: https://www.instagram.com/climeco/

How can you scale AI at the enterprise, yet still hit your climate goals? And can heavy AI usage and an enterprise's ESG mission co-exist? Ashutosh Ahuja lays it out for us. Aligning AI With Climate And Business Goals -- An Everyday AI Chat with Jordan Wilson and Ashutosh AhujaNewsletter: Sign up for our free daily newsletterMore on this Episode: Episode PageJoin the discussion:Thoughts on this? Join the convo and connect with other AI leaders on LinkedIn.Upcoming Episodes: Check out the upcoming Everyday AI Livestream lineupWebsite: YourEverydayAI.comEmail The Show: info@youreverydayai.comConnect with Jordan on LinkedInTopics Covered in This Episode:AI's Environmental Impact and Climate ConcernsCompanies Aligning AI with ESG GoalsAI Adoption Versus Carbon Footprint TradeoffsMetrics for Measuring AI's Environmental ImpactBusiness Efficiency Gains from AI AdoptionReal-World Examples: AI Offsetting Carbon FootprintIndustry Opportunities for Sustainable AI IntegrationFuture Trends: Efficient AI Models and Edge ComputingTimestamps:00:00 Everyday AI Podcast & Newsletter05:52 Balancing Progress and Legacy07:03 "Should Companies Limit AI Usage?"12:02 "Sentiment Analysis for Business Growth"17:07 "Energy Efficiency Impacts ESG Metrics"19:40 Robots, Energy, and AI Opportunity21:41 AI Efficiency and Climate Balance25:04 "Trust Instincts in Investments"Keywords:AI and climate, climate goals, aligning AI with ESG, environmental impact of AI, carbon footprint, energy use in AI data centers, water cooling for GPUs, sustainable business practices, enterprise AI strategy, ESG compliance, climate pledges, AI adoption in business, carbon footprint metrics, machine learning for sustainability, predictive analytics, ethical AI, green AI solutions, renewable energy sector, AI in waste management, camera vision for waste sorting, delivery robots, edge AI, small business AI implementation, AI efficiency, sentiment analysis, customer patterns, predictive maintenance, IoT data, auto scaling, cloud computing, resource optimization, SEC filings, brand sentiment tracking, LLM energy consumption, environmental considerations for AI, future of AI in climate action, business efficiency, human in the loop, philanthropic business practices, sustainable architecture, large language models and climate, tech industry climate initiatives, AI-powered resource savings, operational sustainability.Send Everyday AI and Jordan a text message. (We can't reply back unless you leave contact info) Ready for ROI on GenAI? Go to youreverydayai.com/partner 

Saving American Liberty, Session 5 In this session from the New Discourses event 'Saving American Liberty,' Michael O'Fallon argues that global political, corporate, and religious institutions are jointly reshaping Western society through “degrowth” policies, sustainability mandates, and ideological frameworks like ESG and the UN's Sustainable Development Goals, which he sees as mechanisms for centralizing control and limiting individual freedom. He contrasts the West's self-imposed economic contraction with China's expansion through the Belt and Road Initiative, claiming this shift empowers China while weakening America's global position. O'Fallon warns that identity-based conflicts, migration pressures, and urban destabilization are fragmenting Western societies into competing tribal enclaves, leaving them vulnerable to foreign influence. He concludes that COVID-era restrictions, digital surveillance, and AI-driven governance signal a broader transition from a merit-based, liberty-oriented system to one that demands ideological compliance from both citizens and institutions. The other lectures in this series can be found here: Session 1: https://youtu.be/4u2ak-DmKD4 Session 2: https://youtu.be/gUiLUmZWsc4 Session 3: https://youtu.be/WRheQNDTSOQ Session 4: https://youtu.be/AjKqBgzF36w Latest from New Discourses Press! The Queering of the American Child: https://queeringbook.com/ Support New Discourses: https://newdiscourses.com/support Follow New Discourses on other platforms: https://newdiscourses.com/subscribe Follow James Lindsay: https://linktr.ee/conceptualjames © 2025 New Discourses. All rights reserved. #NewDiscourses #MichaelOFallon #Sustainability

Today's guest is Ralph Bianculli, Founder/CEO of Emerald Ecovations. On episode 308 of The Green Insider, we discussed a number of items ranging from the journey to the finished product. Ralph described Ecovations’ journey in developing alternative materials for disposables, now producing over 370 finished goods. They control raw materials, convert them into products, and provide ESG reporting analytics to clients. Ralph noted that Scope 3 ESG reporting is challenging but valuable for sustainability goals, and Mike praised their impact on sustainable supply chains. Emerald Ecovations’ takes a circular economic approach: commissioning farmers to grow fibers like Miscanthus and using byproducts (e.g., bagasse) to create sustainable materials. Their licensing program allows manufacturers to use these materials for private labeling, supporting middle-market manufacturers and rural economies. They offer both raw materials and technology licensing. Their products are used in 370 finished goods across industries, organized into five product groupings following the 80-20 consumption rule. The broadline product is designed for high-velocity B2B consumption, aiding efficient inventory turns. The Miscanthus product, which retains four times its weight in water, is expanding into new markets like pet bedding and landscaping. Ralph highlighted Miscanthus as a versatile crop: grows 7-8 feet tall, harvested twice a year, replenishes soil nutrients, and thrives in a wide temperature range. It's the first such material launched in the U.S., with potential as a main material alongside bagasse and hemp. Learn about the launching of a tree-free packaging division for retail brands next year, emphasizing non-toxic and compostable features. They are in discussions with the EPA and Department of Agriculture about carbon credits, which could become valuable assets. Plans include expanding into packaging, landscaping, pet bedding, and attracting more talent. To be an Insider Please subscribe to The Green Insider powered by ERENEWABLE wherever you get your podcast from and remember to leave us a five-star rating. This podcast is sponsored by UTSI International. To learn more about our sponsor or ask about being a sponsor, contact ERENEWABLE and the Green Insider Podcast. The post Ecovations’ Sustainable Materials Evolution appeared first on eRENEWABLE.

Woke Capitalism: Origins, ESG, DEI, and the Power of BlackRock — Charles Gasparino — Gasparino traces the origins of "woke capitalism," detailing how corporate America became an active institutional agent for progressive social change. This ideological shift, accelerated through boardroom political calculations, led to widespread adoption of corporate acronyms including ESG (Environmental, Social, Governance) and DEI (Diversity, Equity, Inclusion), redirecting corporate focus from shareholder returns toward stakeholder capitalism models. Larry Fink's BlackRockstrategically recognized that managing progressive-oriented investment funds could attract trillions in assets, positioning the firm as a powerful enforcer of these policies across corporate America. 1927

SHOW 11-28-25 CBS EYE ON THE WORLD WITH JOHN BATCHELOR 1963   The Genius of Early Photography: Nadar, Daguerre, and Dangerous Chemistry — Anika Burgess — Burgess details the risky and adventurous origins of photography as a practical medium. She examines Nadar, a visionary figure who deployed a giant balloon named Léon to fund experiments in heavier-than-air flight, having previously conducted innovative photographic expeditions into Paris's catacombs. Burgess also recounts Daguerre's 1839 presentation of the daguerreotype—a remarkably realistic, singular image created using hazardous chemicals including iodine and mercury, which posed significant occupational and health risks to early practitioners. Early Photography's Scientific Reach: Lunar and Underwater Photography — Anika Burgess — Burgessexplores early photography's critical scientific applications, noting that François Arago predicted the daguerreotype would enable detailed mapping of the lunar surface. Early astrophotographers encountered formidable technical challenges involving distance calculations, celestial motion, and insufficient ambient light. James Nasmyth controversially photographed plaster casts and molds of the lunar surface, which contemporary observers praised as scientifically truthful. Burgess also highlights Louis Boutan, who persistently developed practical underwater photography using pressurized hard-hat diving equipment, establishing a new scientific capability. Photography and Social Justice: Riis, Watkins, and the Question of Truth — Anika Burgess — Burgessdemonstrates how photography became a transformative tool for social advocacy and reform. Jacob Riis, a newspaper journalist documenting Manhattan's tenement poverty, employed flash powder ignited in cast-iron frying pans to photograph the grim, overcrowded interior conditions of slums for his landmark book How the Other Half Lives, frequently without obtaining subject consent. Burgess also discusses Carleton Watkins, who transported over 2,000 pounds of large-format photographic equipment to Yosemite Valley, producing images that proved instrumental in securing federal preservation and protection of the landscape. From X-Rays to Motion Pictures: Expanding the Photographic Medium — Anika Burgess — Burgess traces the expansion of photographic technology beyond conventional image capture. She examines Alice Austin'sintimate and playful photographs documenting her social circle with candid authenticity. The discovery of X-raysby Wilhelm Röntgen was rapidly branded as "the new photography" or "shadow photography," adopted swiftly for both entertainment and medical diagnostic applications despite practitioners possessing no understanding of severe radiation hazards. Burgess concludes with Paul Martin's candid street photography using concealed cameras hidden within top hats and Eadweard Muybridge's sequential motion studies, which directly enabled the invention of motion pictures. Angelica Schuyler: Albany, Elopement, and the Start of the Revolution — Molly Beer — Beer discusses her book Angelica, focusing on Angelica Schuyler Church, daughter of General Philip Schuyler. Her mother, Katherine, oversaw construction of their Albany residence, The Pastures, a substantial estate reflecting family prominence. Angelica received a rigorous education consistent with Dutch cultural traditions emphasizing women's financial and business literacy for family management. In 1777, during Burgoyne's invasion of New York, Angelica profoundly disappointed her mother by eloping with John Carter, an Englishman she found intellectually engaging and cosmopolitan. Angelica and the Founders: The Revolution and the Hamilton Connection — Molly Beer — Beer examines Angelica's pivotal role during the American Revolution, including her service alongside Rochambeau's army, traveling to Yorktown shortly after delivering her third child. Her sister Elizabeth ("Betsy") married Alexander Hamilton, who deliberately married into the prominent Schuyler family to elevate his social standing and political prospects. Following the war, Angelica's eldest son, Philip, founded the town of Angelica in western New York, the community where Beer herself was subsequently raised. Angelica in Europe: John Church, London Society, and Diplomacy — Molly Beer — Following ratification of the peace treaty, Angelica and her husband sailed to Paris to collect outstanding payments owed by the Frenchgovernment. John Carter leveraged the wartime amnesty to settle accumulated debts, reconcile with his estranged family, and legally adopt the name John Barker Church. Angelica relocated to London's elegant Mayfairneighborhood, where she established herself as a prominent American patriot. She strategically positioned herself at the intersection of cultural and diplomatic negotiations, entertaining influential figures including Lafayette and the Adamses, while exerting subtle influence over American diplomatic representatives toward negotiated peace. Angelica's Later Life: Return, Tragedy, and Founding Angelica, NY — Molly Beer — Angelica visited the United States for President Washington's 1789 inauguration but quickly returned to London, disappointed that the nascent republic fell short o Woke Capitalism: Origins, ESG, DEI, and the Power of BlackRock — Charles Gasparino — Gasparinotraces the origins of "woke capitalism," detailing how corporate America shareholder returns toward stakeholder capitalism models. L The Flashpoints of Woke Capitalism: Occupy Wall Street and the SEC — Charles Gasparino — Gasparinoidentifies the 2008 financial crisis and the ensuing progressive populist backlash, including the Occupy Wall Streetencampment at Zuccotti Park, as pivotal flashpoints accelerating corporate woke adoption.... Disney and ESPN: Running a Blue Company in a Red State — Charles Gasparino — Gasparino analyzes the radicalization of the Walt Disney Company, noting that CEO Bob Iger brought progressive cultural affinities while the company.... Go Woke, Go Broke: The Financial Backlash and Corporate Retreat — Charles Gasparino — Gasparinoreports that woke capitalism is experiencing significant financial retrenchment as corporations suffer bottom-line consequences... Freedom's Forge: FDR, WWII Mobilization, and Bill Knudsen — Arthur Herman — Herman discusses his book Freedom's Forge, detailing the extraordinary challenge FDR confronted in May 1940 to prepare America for modern industrial warfare. The preeminent industrialist summoned for this task was Bill Knudsen, CEO of General Motors. Knudsen, a Danish immigrant and former Ford executive, possessed unparalleled expertise in flexible mass production—the capacity to modify production line processes continuously while maintaining output. Knudsen applied these revolutionary manufacturing techniques to transform the American automobile industry into an "Arsenal of Democracy," producing critical war materiel including military trucks and armored tanks. Henry Kaiser: The Builder of Liberty Ships — Arthur Herman — Herman profiles Henry Kaiser, the second transformative figure in Freedom's Forge. Kaiser, a road construction entrepreneur who had previously coordinated monumental infrastructure projects including the Boulder Dam, demonstrated relentless commitment to ambitious thinking and delivery ahead of schedule and under budget constraints. In late 1940, Kaiser persuaded both Britishand American governments to contract him to construct "throwaway freighters"—Liberty ships—despite possessing no prior shipbuilding experience. Between 1941 and 1945, Kaiser successfully built 2,710 Liberty ships, fundamentally enabling Allied logistics and supply operations. The B-29 Superfortress and the Battle of Omaha — Arthur Herman — Herman recounts the genesis of the B-29 Superfortress bomber, conceived after General Hap Arnold consulted with Charles Lindbergh in 1939. The B-29 represented the ultimate expression of air supremacy doctrine, demanding revolutionary technologies including pressurized crew cabins and remote-controlled gun turrets that did not yet exist. Bill Knudsen directed the program, overcoming severe delays and persistent technical deficiencies. Knudsen won the "Battle of Omaha" by insisting that aircraft be extensively modified after assembly to achieve operational flight status, thereby integrating a massive female industrial workforce into B-29 production processes. Lessons from WWII: Unleashing Private Enterprise — Arthur Herman — Herman explores the strategic tension during WWII between New Deal administrators favoring centralized government command and industrialists prioritizing private sector innovation and operational flexibility. FDR and Knudsen learned from the disastrous centralized economic control failures of WWI, choosing instead to permit American private enterprise to "determine production methodologies and develop solutions for urgent national requirements." The fundamental secret to Allied victory was unleashing private sector dynamism, entrepreneurial expertise, and competitive energy. Herman draws contemporary parallels, arguing that modern defense strategy must replicate this model, contrasting bureaucratic NASA operations with innovative private enterprises including SpaceX.