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Sustainable Business Podcast by Innovation Forum

Innovation Forum
Climate Change
Sustainable Sourcing
Data-Driven Farming
Agmatix
Soil Health
Sustainable Fashion
Fast Fashion
Textiles and Apparel
Supply Chain
Mccain Foods
Oatly
Precision Farming
Biodiversity
Carbon Accounting
Circular Economy
Legislation
Apparel Manufacturing
Food and Beverage Sector
European Union
LIDAR Technology

Innovation Forum hosts a weekly podcast along with regular interviews with business leaders in sustainability. Each week, we summarise the latest sustainability news and announcements, and get the views of leading experts on business critical issues. Widely regarded as one of the best sustainability podcasts around, stay tuned for regular insights, debate and analysis.

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Latest Episodes

This week: a highlight from the recent webinar organised in partnership with Cargill. Anne Schwagerl from the Minnesota Farmers Union, University of Minnesota's Mitch Hunger and Cargill's Lyle DePauw and Anna Teeter, talk with Innovation Forum's Ian ... more

Ian Welsh speaks with Andrew Wallis, co-founder and CEO of Unseen, about the rapid rise of mandatory human rights due diligence and forced labour regulations around the world. They explore how evolving legislation, investor pressure and stronger enfo... more

This week: Esme Chiverton and Fiona Bretherton, from Untouched World, talk with Innovation Forum’s Niamh Campbell about the brand’s drive to achieve zero textile waste to landfill. They discuss how they’re tackling the technical and economic challeng... more

Karla MaGruder, founder and board chair of Accelerating Circularity, talks with Ian Welsh about scaling textile-to-textile recycling. They explore the system-level changes needed to connect collectors, sorters and recyclers, and the complementary rol... more

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Recent Guests

Anna Teeter
Novel Oilseeds Program Manager
Cargill
Episode: Weekly podcast – Can camelina help reshape climate-smart agriculture?
Mitch Hunter
Co-Director, Forever Green Initiative
University of Minnesota
Episode: Weekly podcast – Can camelina help reshape climate-smart agriculture?
Lyle DePauw
Director for Crop Innovation at Cargill
Cargill
Episode: Weekly podcast – Can camelina help reshape climate-smart agriculture?
Anne Schwagerl
Vice President
Minnesota Farmers Union
Episode: Weekly podcast – Can camelina help reshape climate-smart agriculture?
Esme Chiverton
Avid advocate for circular fashion at Untouched World
Untouched World
Episode: Weekly podcast – Chasing the final 1% in textile waste
Fiona Bretherton
Co-founder/leader at Untouched World
Untouched World
Episode: Weekly podcast – Chasing the final 1% in textile waste
Anna Schwigel
Vice President, Minnesota Farmers Union
Minnesota Farmers Union
Episode: Advancing climate-smart crops: R&D driving on-farm change (webinar recording)
Anna Tieter
Novel Oilseeds Program Manager at Cargill
Cargill
Episode: Advancing climate-smart crops: R&D driving on-farm change (webinar recording)
Kendra Tolly
Chief Product Officer at Athian Ag
Athian Ag
Episode: Avoiding double counting in agricultural scope 3

Host

Ian Welsh
Host of various discussions and interviews focused on sustainable business practices, exploring crucial issues within the sustainability sector.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 46 ratings
  • Good but repetitive

    Good insight but some contents are repetition from previous episodes.

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    Fad_________
    Singapore2 years ago
  • Gréât podcast for those interested in sustainability

    Hugely informative and well produced !

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    ofitzgerald25
    United Kingdom3 years ago
  • Socioeconomy localy

    Mrs. Di Cuffa, describes with much case knowledge the incidences of the existence of models of slave labour in the suply chain of ABP meat products. Defining slavery as work under the motivation of experience, mechanically and ethically questionable, pay below the minimum, number of hours of work, surpassing healthy values, poor housing and bureaucratic restrictions of freedom, will exist as long as there is a great majority of humanity, which has lost its ancestral roots, but has not been able ... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    AnBreiler
    Colombia7 years ago

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Some listeners cite repetitive content across episodes even while acknowledging valuable insights are provided.
The quality of production and guest expertise is frequently praised, highlighting the podcast as a trusted resource for updates in sustainable business practices.
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Why businesses are calling for stronger human rights due diligence
Q: What role do investors play in accelerating this shift toward mandatory due diligence and responsible sourcing?
Investors are increasingly demanding evidence of action beyond declarations, with trillions of assets under management signaling that due diligence and forced labor bans are essential for safe and sustainable investments. They seek transparent reporting of incidents and remediation, and they are willing to vote against companies that fail to demonstrate progress, thereby pushing management to embed human rights risk management into governance and strategy.
Why businesses are calling for stronger human rights due diligence
Q: From a business perspective, what are the main economic or competitive advantages of implementing robust due diligence and anti-forced labor measures?
Robust due diligence helps avoid costly disruptions from regulatory non-compliance, reduces the risk of being edged out of markets where imports are restricted, creates a level playing field for responsible companies, and supports growth by removing unfair competitive advantages enjoyed by exploitative practices. It also improves efficiency and productivity through better supply chain reliability and fosters investor confidence by showing concrete remediation and risk management.
Why businesses are calling for stronger human rights due diligence
Q: Can you give us a snapshot on where we are with mandatory human rights due diligence and related legislation in different jurisdictions?
There is growing momentum with a global trajectory: the US has WROs and border controls against tainted goods; the EU is implementing CS3 and related CSRD developments, with a looming 2027 forced labor ban; the UK is integrating similar expectations with a focus on due diligence across departments and a potential safety net; many other countries are moving toward mandatory due diligence and bans on goods tainted by forced labor, signaling a convergence around global standards though with local nuances.
Advancing climate-smart crops: R&D driving on-farm change (webinar recording)
Q: What does market development look like beyond aviation fuels?
Beyond aviation fuel, camelina meal and oil have potential for animal feed, dairy, pet nutrition, and industrial uses; diversifying end-uses provides market stability and reduces the risk of yo-yoing demand.
Advancing climate-smart crops: R&D driving on-farm change (webinar recording)
Q: What are the biggest barriers to adoption of camelina right now?
Barriers include missing/inconsistent infrastructure for storage and handling, the need to coordinate rotations and market destinations, and ensuring reliable seed supply and economic viability; progress is being made through production contracts, minimum revenue guarantees, and seed access.

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This series offers meaningful discussions centered around sustainability within various industries. With a strong emphasis on responsible sourcing, corporate sustainability strategies, and climate-related challenges, it tackles pressing issues like the socio-economic impacts of modern slavery, the intricacies of carbon markets, and the push for circular economies in sectors such as textiles and agriculture. Featuring expert guests from diverse backgrounds, it stands out for its deep dive into both the challenges and innovations driving sustainable practices in the business world. With a commitment to providing insights and best practices, the series serves as an invaluable resource for professionals aiming to navigate and implement sustaina... more

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