Episodes

  • The Rebuilding of Ukraine

    The Rebuilding of Ukraine
    Dec 21 2023
    Are you ready to take on the business opportunity of the 21st century? We are at a moment of enormous global change and even greater business opportunity. Climate change is the single biggest commercial opportunity of our time. In this podcast, Tom Fox and sustainability guru Richard Blundell explore the opportunities open to businesses that embrace sustainability from a business perspective. Find out why sustainability is the greatest opportunity of the 21st century and how you can prepare your business to take advantage of this unprecedented global opportunity. Ukraine’s transition to renewable energy and its focus on cybersecurity is a fascinating topic, as the country is uniquely positioned to rebuild its energy infrastructure in a sustainable way and become a pioneer in green reconstruction. Tom Fox, with his emphasis on the potential of decentralization and distributed energy systems, sees Ukraine’s transition as an opportunity for the country to address its environmental and energy challenges while also positioning itself as a leader in sustainability. Richard Blundell, on the other hand, highlights the importance of learning from past failures and sees Ukraine’s commitment to a 2030 target of 50% renewables and 50% nuclear energy as crucial for national security and climate resilience. Both experts believe that Ukraine’s focus on cybersecurity education can position the country as a leader in providing cyber-related services. Join Tom Fox and Richard Blundell on this episode of Sustainability: The Business Opportunity of the 21st Century as they delve deeper into Ukraine’s transition to renewable energy and its focus on cybersecurity. Key Highlights: Transitioning to Rooftop Solar Panels for Improved Air Quality Reimagining Ukraine’s Energy Infrastructure for Sustainability Building a Green and Prosperous Future Ukraine’s Sustainable Future: Zelensky’s Anti-Corruption Leadership The Evolving Role of Cybersecurity in Future Conflicts Resources: Richard Blundell   Tom Fox Instagram Facebook YouTube Twitter LinkedIn
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    31 mins
  • Sustainability: The Business Opportunity of The 21st Century - Episode 7, COP28

    Sustainability: The Business Opportunity of The 21st Century - Episode 7, COP28
    Dec 7 2023
    Are you ready to take on the business opportunity of the 21st century? We are at a moment of enormous global change and even greater business opportunity. Climate change is the single, biggest commercial opportunity of our time. In this podcast, Tom Fox and Sustainability guru Richard Blundell explore the opportunities open to businesses that embrace sustainability from the business perspective. Find out why sustainability is the greatest opportunity of the 21st century and you can prepare your business to take advantage of the unprecedented global opportunity. In this episode, Tom Fox and Richard Blundell discuss the COP28 climate summit and its significance. They explore the goals of COP28, including the targets for reducing carbon emissions and the need for a loss and damage fund. They also discuss the accusations against the conference chair and the energy industry's role in the transition to a greener future. The conversation highlights the challenges of meeting climate change commitments and the fear of apathy and excuses. Overall, the episode provides insights into the current state of climate action and the potential outcomes of COP28. Key Highlights: COP28 is the 28th conference of parties on the issue of climate change, where countries discuss their performance in meeting emission reduction targets. The loss and damage fund, aimed at supporting the transition to a lower carbon economy and compensating for climate-related damages, is a critical topic of discussion at COP28. The energy industry has the knowledge and resources to play a significant role in the transition to renewable energy, but the leadership's lack of interest and influence on policy pose challenges. There is a concern that COP28 may result in apathy and excuses rather than meaningful action to address climate change. Resources Richard Blundell Tom Fox Instagram Facebook YouTube Twitter LinkedIn
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    26 mins
  • Sustainability as a Constitutional Right - The Held Decision from Montana

    Sustainability as a Constitutional Right - The Held Decision from Montana
    Sep 14 2023
    Are you ready to take on the business opportunity of the 21st century? We are at a moment of enormous global change and even greater business opportunity. Climate change is the single biggest commercial opportunity of our time. In this podcast, Sustainability guru Richard Blundell and I explore the opportunities open to businesses that embrace sustainability from the business perspective. Find out why sustainability is the greatest opportunity of the 21st century, and you can prepare your business to take advantage of the unprecedented global opportunity. In this episode of the "Sustainability: The Business Opportunity of the 21st Century" podcast, Richard and I deeply dive into the groundbreaking ruling in the case of Held v. State of Montana. This landmark ruling acknowledges climate change as a result of human activity, particularly CO2 emissions from burning fossil fuels, and challenges the constitutionality of fossil fuel provisions that ignore greenhouse gas emissions and climate change in environmental reviews. My view of this ruling is a significant acknowledgment of climate change and emphasizes the importance of embracing sustainability from a business perspective. Conversely, Richard sees this as a momentous ruling that sets a precedent, affirming the reality of climate change and its connection to human activity. Our extensive experience and knowledge in the field of sustainability shape our perspectives. Join us on this episode of the Sustainability podcast as we delve deeper into this landmark ruling and its implications for the future. Key Highlights: Climate Change Ruling Sparks Sustainable Business Montana's Landmark Ruling for Future Environmental Protection Groundbreaking Ruling with Climate Change Roadmap Montana's Urgent Climate Change Mitigation Efforts The Detrimental Effects of Climate Change on Children Resources Richard Blundell Held v. Montana Tom Fox Instagram Facebook YouTube Twitter
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    31 mins
  • Sustainability Leadership

    Sustainability Leadership
    Aug 3 2023
    Are you ready to take on the business opportunity of the 21st century? We are at a moment of enormous global change and even greater business opportunity. Climate change is the single, biggest commercial opportunity of our time. In this podcast Tom Fox and Sustainability guru Richard Blundell explore the opportunities open to businesses which embrace sustainability from the business perspective. Find out why sustainability is the greatest opportunity of the 21st century and you can prepare your business to take advantage of the unprecedented global opportunity.  This podcast episode dives deep into the concepts of sustainability leadership, transformation, communication, and materiality analysis - all of which are essential to creating a more sustainable future. We explore the importance of viewing sustainability as an opportunity and committing to action to leave the business in better shape than when it arrived. Additionally, we touch on the need for a shift in mindset and the importance of communicating a message about sustainability to an audience. Finally, it delves into materiality analysis, a process that helps companies to prioritize sustainability activities and understand the impact of their decisions. This episode provides valuable insight into the principles of sustainability and how to best approach it in practice.  Key Highlights ·      Sustainability Leadership ·      Sustainable Transformation ·      Sustainability Communication ·      Materiality Analysis Listen to the full episode to gain insights and practical tips for incorporating sustainability into business practices. Richard’s enthusiasm and practicality will leave you inspired to explore sustainability as a business opportunity. Resources Richard Blundell Tom Fox Instagram Facebook YouTube Twitter LinkedIn
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    18 mins
  • Achieving Net Zero Emissions: Approaches and Opportunities

    Achieving Net Zero Emissions: Approaches and Opportunities
    Jun 29 2023
    Are you ready to take on the business opportunity of the 21st century? We are at a moment of enormous global change and even greater business opportunity. Climate change is the single, biggest commercial opportunity of our time. In this podcast Tom Fox and Sustainability guru Richard Blundell explore the opportunities open to businesses which embrace sustainability from the business perspective. Find out why sustainability is the greatest opportunity of the 21st century and you can prepare your business to take advantage of the unprecedented global opportunity.  In this episode, they delve into three methods, including sustainability as a source of innovation to drive circular growth and influencing customer behavior, which is essential to achieve net 0 emissions. They also talk about the role of banks and asset managers in transition towards a net zero outcome and the importance of embedding sustainability in everyone's performance measurement. Learn about the importance of frontline employees in improving sustainability practices and the shift towards safety culture in the energy industry. Discover how even those in an office setting should be mindful of safety hazards and see sustainability as another aspect of this culture. The episode ends with praise for companies that are implementing net zero journey throughout the supply chain, and the hosts express excitement for future episodes. Tune in and be inspired to take actionable steps towards a sustainable future!  Key Highlights ·      Approaches to Achieving Net Zero Emissions ·      Asset Managers' Role in a Net-Zero Future ·      Bringing Sustainability Decisions to Frontline Business ·      Changing Safety Culture and Sustainability Practices ·      Net Zero Companies and Upcoming Episodes Listen to the full episode to gain insights and practical tips for incorporating sustainability into business practices. Richard’s enthusiasm and practicality will leave you inspired to explore sustainability as a business opportunity. Resources Richard Blundell Tom Fox Instagram Facebook YouTube Twitter LinkedIn
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    17 mins
  • Canadian Wildfires and CleanTech

    Canadian Wildfires and CleanTech
    Jun 15 2023
    Are you ready to take on the business opportunity of the 21st century? We are at a moment of enormous global change and even greater business opportunity. Climate change is the single biggest commercial opportunity of our time. In this podcast, Tom Fox and Sustainability guru Richard Blundell explore the opportunities open to businesses that embrace sustainability from the business perspective. Find out why sustainability is the greatest opportunity of the 21st century, and you can prepare your business to take advantage of the unprecedented global opportunity. Join Sustainability hosts Tom Fox and Richard Blundell as they dive into the importance of achieving net zero and preventing catastrophic environmental disasters. From discussing the effects of climate change on air quality and ecosystems to exploring innovative business opportunities like a robot that plants seagrass and coral to restore natural barriers along the coastline, this podcast is filled with valuable insights and practical solutions. The speakers also tackle the challenges of funding early-stage pilots and the need for market-based incentives like tax breaks and investment frameworks. Take advantage of this informative and thought-provoking discussion about sustainability. Check out their website now! Key Highlights: Canadian Wildfires and Texas Hurricanes Global impact of climate change Impacts of Human Activities on Ecosystems & Tipping Points Robotic Seagrass planting for Gulf of Mexico stability Thriving in CleanTech with Reduced Barriers Shifting to Market-Based Outcomes and Electrification of Transport Removing Barriers to Sustainability Action Listen to the full episode for insights and practical tips for incorporating sustainability into business practices. Richard’s enthusiasm and practicality will inspire you to explore sustainability as a business opportunity. Resources Richard Blundell Tom Fox Instagram Facebook YouTube Twitter LinkedIn
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    21 mins
  • Episode 2 - Purpose Driven Business: A Winning Strategy

    Episode 2 - Purpose Driven Business: A Winning Strategy
    Jun 1 2023
    We are at a moment of enormous global change and even greater business opportunity. Climate change is the single biggest commercial opportunity of our time. In this podcast, Tom Fox and Sustainability guru Richard Blundell explore the opportunities open to businesses that embrace sustainability from the business perspective. Find out why sustainability is the greatest opportunity of the 21st century, and you can prepare your business to take advantage of the unprecedented global opportunity. Join co-hosts Tom Fox and Richard Blundell as they explore the business opportunity of the 21st century in their podcast, sustainability. In this episode, the hosts dive into net zero emissions and how businesses can utilize nature as a carbon sink to combat global warming. They discuss the importance of regenerating natural ecosystems and the role of Environmental, Social, and Governance frameworks in measuring and improving companies’ environmental footprint. Tom and Richard also highlight the impressive accomplishments of a company that achieved net zero emissions by mimicking nature, reducing costs, improving competitiveness, and increasing customer goodwill. The episode concludes with a discussion on attracting and retaining the best talent by focusing on delivering improved societal and environmental outcomes alongside economic outcomes. Tune in for more intriguing insights on how sustainability can drive business success! Key Highlights: Net 0 and removing carbon dioxide Sustainability practices for business efficiency and benefits Creating a Net Zero Company Importance of Sustainability in Talent Acquisition The Importance of Purpose for Business Success Listen to the full episode for insights and practical tips for incorporating sustainability into business practices. Richard’s enthusiasm and practicality will inspire you to explore sustainability as a business opportunity. Resources Richard Blundell Tom Fox Instagram Facebook YouTube Twitter LinkedIn
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    19 mins
  • Episode 1, Introduction

    Episode 1, Introduction
    May 16 2023
    We are at a defining moment in human history, a moment for change, in which climate is the single biggest commercial opportunity of our time. In this podcast, Tom Fox and Sustainability guru Richard Blundell explore the opportunities open to businesses that embrace sustainability from the business perspective. Find out why sustainability is the greatest opportunity of the 21st century, and you can prepare your business to take advantage of the unprecedented global opportunity. In this inaugural episode of the Sustainability podcast, Tom Fox and Richard Blundell, a Sustainability guru and maven, discuss how his unwavering passion for sustainability led him to see it as a business opportunity. Richard shares his journey from being counseled against pursuing geology to starting a business with little industry knowledge. His company morphed into an environmental services provider and expanded into cleaning sewers and recycling oil. Richard’s passion for sustainability is evident, as he sees it not only as an environmental issue but also as a financial opportunity. His vision is for businesses to shift towards sustainable practices to reduce costs while contributing to environmental preservation. “I think the big opportunity we’ve got here is by working sustainably, and we can create a better world than we have today. But we can do that in a way where the business case makes sense,” says Richard. For businesses looking to implement sustainability practices, here are three tips from the podcast episode: 1. Identify areas where sustainability can reduce costs and enhance efficiency 2. Approach sustainability as a long-term investment instead of a short-term expense 3. Collaborate with stakeholders to create a sustainable ecosystem. Listen to the full episode for insights and practical tips for incorporating sustainability into business practices. Richard’s enthusiasm and practicality will inspire you to explore sustainability as a business opportunity. Resources Richard Blundell Tom Fox Instagram Facebook YouTube Twitter LinkedIn
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    21 mins