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State of Sustainability

Saif Hameed
Sustainability
Regenerative Agriculture
Carbon Pricing
Climate Change
Supplier Engagement
Circular Economy
Regulatory Compliance
COP28
Agriculture
Fashion Resale Market
Selfridges
Mccain Foods
Sustainability Data Management
Environmental Impact
Corporate Responsibility
Sustainability Practices
Data Collection
Procurement Models
Recyclability
Supply Chain Chocolate Crisis

Saif Hameed (CEO of Altruistiq) chats with sustainability leaders and industry pioneers.

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Are global geopolitical crises derailing your sustainability targets, or creating unexpected opportunities? As the Iran War sends shockwaves through global markets, sustainability professionals must urgently recalibrate their strategies to navigate v... more

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This time we dive into the shifting landscape of corporate climate regulation, focusing specifically on the robust new rules emerging from New York State.

Saif Hameed, Founder and CEO of Altruistiq, discusses a recent conversation with Anthony Scara... more

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While the corporate world remains laser-focused on decarbonisation and Net Zero targets, a critical component of climate strategy is being overlooked: Adaptation. 

In this episode, we sit down with Mekala Krishnan, partner at McKinsey Global Institu... more

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If 90% of sustainability professionals believe their department won't exist in five years, where does that leave your career?

In this episode of the State of Sustainability, host Saif Hameed tackles the "sustainability bear market". With roles incre... more

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Mekala Krishnan
Partner at the McKinsey Global Institute and a thought leader on climate risk
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Episode: Get it while it's hot: why McKinsey calls adaptation a "buy", and how to sell it to the CFO
Shannon Bouton
CEO of Delterra
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Michael Kobori
Former Chief Sustainability Officer at Starbucks
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Episode: Extended Producer Responsibility: Circular Opportunity or Bureaucratic Nightmare?
David Sykes
Former data science leader at Octopus Energy
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Episode: Centaurs & Cyborgs: separating AI potential from AI fantasy
John Elkington
A serial sustainability entrepreneur and observer of corporate sustainability since the 1980s.
Episode: Is Sustainability rising or falling? Lessons from past downturns with John Elkington
Renat Huberger
Founder of South Pole
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Adam Henkel
A seventh-generation farmer and third-generation conservationist from Illinois.
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Episode: SoS #46: A Farmer's Truth About Sustainable Agriculture
Professor David Smith
Chief Marine Scientist at Mars
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Episode: SoS #43: Building the World’s Largest Corporate Coral Reef Restoration Program
Mindy Barry
Global Vice President of Marketing at SHEBA
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Episode: SoS #43: Building the World’s Largest Corporate Coral Reef Restoration Program

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Saif Hameed
Host of State of Sustainability; CEO of Altruistiq

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Get it while it's hot: why McKinsey calls adaptation a "buy", and how to sell it to the CFO
Q: Do you think corporations, the winners, are going to really emerge and take on a bolder mandate in some of the communities where they operate?
Yes, companies will take on more expansive roles in adaptation, especially where local governments may lack capacity to pay for these measures and where there is a clear business case for doing so.
Get it while it's hot: why McKinsey calls adaptation a "buy", and how to sell it to the CFO
Q: How did you and the team behind the report square that thinking and decide not to actually anchor on 1.5 degrees?
We wanted to avoid making predictions about how much the world is expected to warm; instead, we focused on the current trajectory of emissions and its implications for adaptation.
SoS #45: Has the Sustainability Bubble Burst?
Q: What advice would you give to sustainability teams evaluating climate tech solutions in this incredibly uncertain market?
It's essential to build a strong business case for sustainability initiatives, demonstrating their capacity to generate real business value.
SoS #45: Has the Sustainability Bubble Burst?
Q: Are we locked into a cycle of rising energy consumption?
Yes, while renewable energy growth is significant, the rise in energy consumption is also set to continue without a stabilizing factor.
SoS #45: Has the Sustainability Bubble Burst?
Q: What is the global state of play when it comes to energy demand and supply?
Growing energy demand driven by a rising middle class, increased consumerism, and climate-related volatility are all contributing factors.

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This show centers on sustainability leadership, corporate responsibility, and the economics of climate action. Episodes frequently explore how companies adapt to climate risks, the evolving role of sustainability teams, and the intersection of policy, markets, and technology in driving environmental impact. Guests range from chief sustainability officers and industry pioneers to researchers and practitioners applying innovative solutions in areas like circular economy, carbon markets, AI for sustainability, and sustainable agriculture. The host often surfaces practical strategies for resilience, risk management, and profitable sustainability investments, along with candid takes on market dynamics, regulatory changes, and consumer behavior. ... more

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