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Sustainability Leaders

BMO Financial Group
Climate Change
Sustainability
Greenhouse Gas Emissions
Women Empowerment
Transportation
Sustainable Bond Framework
Energy Transition
Clean Technology
UN Sustainable Development Goals
Social Entrepreneurship
Public-Private Partnerships
Artificial Intelligence
Nature Positive
Green Bonds
Virtual Power Plants
Clean Energy
Education
Entrepreneurship
Renewable Energy
E-Commerce

Sustainability is a rapidly evolving field, driven by billions of dollars in global investment. Join BMO as we introduce you to the innovative minds and diverse perspectives that are pushing the boundaries in sustainability good practice. With topics ranging from climate change to sustainable finance and green bonds to human rights and responsible investing, we explore the world of corporate susta... more

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Climate goals, rising energy demands, and geopolitical pressures are transforming global energy investment strategies. Based on a panel discussion from the 2025 Toronto Global Forum, this episode of Sustainability Leaders examines the impact of indus... more

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In an episode of the Sustainability Leaders podcast, Melissa Fifield, Head of the BMO Climate Institute, sits down with Kristin Milchanowski, BMO’s Chief AI and Data Officer, to explore how AI can become a cornerstone of corporate sustainability stra... more

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Texas has grown to become a renewable energy powerhouse. In this episode of Sustainability Leaders, Michael Torrance, Chief Sustainability Officer at BMO, is joined by Raina Hornaday, General Manager and Co-Founder of Caprock Renewables in Austin, Te... more

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In this episode of Sustainability Leaders, Stephen Uwazota, Director of Sustainable Finance and Clean Energy, BMO sits down with Raj DasGupta, Chief Executive Officer at Electrovaya, a global supplier of lithium-ion batteries. Their wide-ranging conv... more

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Recent Guests

Jean-Jacques Barbéris
Deputy CEO and Director of Institutional and Corporate Clients Division and ESG at Amundi Investment Solutions.
Amundi Investment Solutions
Episode: Investing in Energy Security and Sustainability
Eric Arnould
General Partner at Jolt Capital.
Jolt Capital
Episode: Investing in Energy Security and Sustainability
Mpho Kubelo
Chief Risk Officer at the Development Bank of Southern Africa.
Development Bank of Southern Africa
Episode: Investing in Energy Security and Sustainability
Laurent Germain
CEO of Egis.
Egis
Episode: Investing in Energy Security and Sustainability
Raj DasGupta
Chief Executive Officer at Electrovaya, Global Supplier of Safe and Long-lasting Lithium-ion Batteries
Electrovaya
Episode: In Conversation with Electrovaya’s CEO: How Lithium-Ion Batteries Help Drive Industrial Decarbonization
Chris Levesque
President and CEO of TerraPower
TerraPower
Episode: Innovation in the U.S. Nuclear Power Industry
Helena Viñes Fiestas
Chair of the EU Platform on Sustainable Finance, co-chair of the Taskforce on Net Zero Policy, and commissioner of the Spanish Financial Markets Authority
Spanish Financial Markets Authority
Episode: Sustainable and Climate Finance in the EU and Beyond - A Perspective from Helena Viñes Fiestas, Chair of the EU Platform on Sustainable Finance
Dr. Kimiko Barrett
Wildfire researcher and policy analyst
Headwaters Economics
Episode: Making Homes Wildfire-Resistant
John Uhren
Managing Director of Sustainable Finance
BMO Capital Markets
Episode: After Climate Week, Pragmatism Seen Producing New Business Opportunities

Hosts

Michael Torrance
Chief Sustainability Officer at BMO, focusing on corporate sustainability strategies and practices.
Melissa Fifield
Head of the BMO Climate Institute, leading initiatives on sustainable finance and climate policy.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 72 ratings
  • Awesome Podcast!!!

    Michael, Jonathan & David, hosts of the Sustainability Leaders podcast, highlights all sustainability and more in this can’t miss podcast! The host and expert guests offer insightful advice and information that is helpful to anyone that listens!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    roweereyes
    Philippines4 years ago
  • Charging “from coast to coast”

    Your guest from Suncor mentioned that her company had installed electric chargers along the highway “from coast to coast”, with a maximum charge of 250W. Is she referring to the TESLA Supercharger Network that TESLA installed along the Trans Canada Highway? Those chargers are 250W. In reality, there are no other installed chargers along that highway (or any other highway, besides more Tesla Superchargers). Tesla has been building up their global charging infrastructure for the past 9 years. As a... more

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    Poundit4
    Canada5 years ago
  • Great Show!

    Michael, Jonathan, and David, hosts of the Sustainability Leaders podcast, highlight all aspects of sustainability and more in this can’t miss podcast! The hosts and expert guests offer insightful advice and information that is helpful to anyone that listens!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    malfoxley
    United States5 years ago
  • Insightful

    I specifically enjoy the episode with Pavan Sukhdev on Nature Capital, very inspiring and insightful, great speaker.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    mandyluilui
    Hong Kong5 years ago
  • Inspiring!

    No matter the topic, I take away valuable information from every episode! The conversations cultivated on Sustainability Leaders make me feel hopeful about the future. It's a must-listen!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Arlie K
    United States5 years ago

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Listeners appreciate the insightful advice and information provided by the hosts and expert guests, often finding the discussions relevant and inspiring.
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Feedback indicates that the podcast successfully highlights practical sustainability topics while fostering a hopeful outlook toward the future of corporate responsibility.

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How this podcast ranks in the Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube charts.

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Investing in Energy Security and Sustainability
Q: How does the DBSA's Green Bank reduce risk and attract private capital?
By implementing a Blended Finance Model that de-risks long-term investments and promotes project development.
Investing in Energy Security and Sustainability
Q: What forms of government policy have been most effective in stimulating investment in clean energy?
Long-term planning and regulatory stability are key elements to stimulate clean energy investments.
Investing in Energy Security and Sustainability
Q: How do we achieve energy security while balancing those sustainability goals?
We can find alignment between energy production and sustainability goals through a mix of energy sources.
Innovation in the U.S. Nuclear Power Industry
Q: How does TerraPower plan to showcase that their technology is ready?
Chris emphasizes the importance of successfully constructing their reactor in Wyoming to demonstrate the readiness of their technology.
Innovation in the U.S. Nuclear Power Industry
Q: Can you help us understand the wider context within which nuclear energy fits currently and why this time around things are different?
Chris explains the historical shifts in nuclear energy perception and its current importance due to safety and emissions benefits.

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1. Jean-Jacques Barbéris
2. Eric Arnould
3. Mpho Kubelo
4. Laurent Germain
5. Raj DasGupta
6. Chris Levesque
7. Helena Viñes Fiestas
8. Dr. Kimiko Barrett

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