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Paul has been building startups since the age of 18 when he started his studies at the European Sports University in Cologne. Since then, he has helped scale brands across various fields including nutrition, e-commerce, fitness, and health to six and seven figures in revenue. Today he talks about building start-ups, emerging trends in the health and fitness industries, and growing communities.
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In this weekâs episode of Green Minds, we continue our Around the World series in which we interview students studying the MSc in Climate Change, Management & Finance on climate change in the countries they call home.âŻ
In this episode, Jim sits down with Hadia, Sara, and Gillian to hear about the energy mix and trends in Saudi Arabia, the UAE, and Mexico. Our guests also talk through the challenges faced by oil producing countries in the face of climate change.
For listeners who are interested in finding out more about WISE and P+II can be found in the link below:
https://www.instagram.com/positiveinvestmentimperial
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This week's episode of Green Minds features Mathilda D'silva, Founder and CEO of Ocean Purpose Project. Ocean Purpose Project is a Singapore-based NGO that aims to solve the ocean pollution crisis and promote ocean conservation at scale.
This episode gives an insight into Mathilda's journey and motivation to found Ocean Purpose Project, provides an understanding of the Blue Economy, and highlights the role of the oceans and the importance of protecting them.
For listeners interested in learning more about Ocean Purpose Project, a link to the website can be found here.
Do you have any suggestions for guests or themes that we should take a closer look at? Feel free to drop us an email at [email protected]
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In this weekâs episode of Green Minds, we continue our Around the World series in which we interview students studying the MSc in Climate Change, Management & Finance on climate change in the countries they call home.
In this episode, Lorenzo sits down with Angel Miao, Laurence Denyer, and Qiu Wong to hear about the role of nature-based solutions in climate mitigation and adaptation in Canada, the UK, and Malaysia. Our guests also talk through how climate change poses an existential risk to our most valuable carbon sinks across terrestrial, marine and coastal ecosystems.
Want to delve deeper into some of the topics discussed in this episode? Here are some links to further reading and resources kindly curated by our guests:
Global Forest Watch: https://www.globalforestwatch.org/ Carbon Brief on the EU nature restoration law: https://www.carbonbrief.org/qa-what-does-the-eu-nature-restoration-law-mean-for-climate-and-biodiversity/#:~:text=It%20aims%20to%20restore%20at,at%20least%2090%25%20by%202050Do you have any suggestions for guests or topics you would like us to explore? Feel free to email us at [email protected].
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I'm happy to announce that the first episode of âAround the Worldâ is now live!
This special episode of the Green Minds podcast features a dynamic discussion with three great guests from Colombia, Pakistan and India on the pressing issue of climate change and adaptation strategies.
In this first episode of âAround the Worldâ, Valentina, Pratyusha and Huzefah share interesting insights into the climate challenges facing their countries. What topics can you expect?
The importance of Colombia's rich biodiversity, the role of hydropower and adaptation strategies for Colombiaâs agriculture. Extreme weather events in India and their impact on agricultural prices and food security for a growing population as well as the need for a rapid energy transition. Pakistan's vulnerability to heatwaves and floods and the mitigation potential of Pakistanâs mangroves.Do you have any suggestions for guests or topics you would like us to explore? Feel free to email us at [email protected]
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This weekâs episode of Green Minds features Joshua Steib, who currently studies Climate Politics at Harvard University. Joshua has been the German United Nations Youth Delegate for COP26 and was involved in writing the Global Youth Position Paper for the annual United Nations Climate Change Conference (COP26).
Representing young voices at UN summits like COP26, COP27, and the most recent COP28, Joshua amplifies youth voices and the need for urgent climate action.
Eva interviews Joshua about his motivation to become aâŻUnited Nations Youth Delegate, youth participation in general and differences across countries as well as the important role of youth representation. They also talk about Joshua's recent interview with former Vice President of the United States and Nobel-Peace Prize Laureate, Al Gore.
For listeners who want to listen to Joshuas COP28's in-depth interview with Al Gore, a link can be found here.
Do you have any suggestions for guests or themes that we should take a closer look at? Feel free to drop us an email at [email protected]
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In this weekâs episode of Green Minds, Marie-CĂ©line sat down with Jahan Chowdhury, Lead for Environment and Climate at the IFAD (International Fund for Agricultural Development). Jahan explored the intricacies of Nationally Determined Contributions (NDCs) and their design challenges, uncovering why countries struggle to meet the Paris Ambition. Tune in to discover the crucial role of the International Fund for Agricultural Development (IFAD) in extending development finance to the last mile and ensuring no community is left behind.
If you have any suggestions for guests or themes that we should take a closer look at, feel free to drop us an email at [email protected]
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Welcome back to Green Minds! This week, Jim sits down with John Waldron, a civil servant from the Department of Energy Security and Net Zero. They're delving into the intricate world of Carbon Capture, Usage, and Storage (CCUS) policy and the pivotal role the UK is playing. Stay tuned for some enlightening conversation!
Key Highlights:
Understanding the Dynamics: Dive deep into CCUS, what it means and what are the different sectors. Why the UK is positioned to be a leader in developing CCUS. Peering into the Future: How will the UK address the funding of CCUS.For listeners who want to delve deeper, a link to the UKâs CCUS Net Zero Investment roadmap can be found in the link below: https://assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/media/64a29b7d06179b00131ae94e/ccus-investment-roadmap.pdf
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This weekâs episode of Green Minds features Win Sim Tan, whose career has stretched across wildlife conservation, climate scenario modelling, and voluntary carbon markets, and seem him work on projects in his home country of Malaysia, as well as the United States, Canada, and Scotland.
Lorenzo and guest co-host Qiu interview Win about his passion and motivation for starting his career in wildlife conservation, his career pivot to working on climate scenario modelling, and his role in setting up Malaysiaâs first voluntary carbon market exchange. Win also gives tips for listeners thinking about the next steps in their careers in climate and sustainability.
Do you have any suggestions for guests or themes that we should take a closer look at? Feel free to drop us an email at [email protected].
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Matthew Barrett, founder of Goal Click, talks about his journey in the sports industry, combining his passions for history and sport, working across various functions in the sports industry and eventually building his own company. https://www.goal-click.com/ Since 2014, Goal Click has given people across the world a platform to share real stories about their own lives and football communities.
Told through the eyes and voices of our storytellers, these stories are brought to life in analogue and digital photography, written word, short films and exhibitions.
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This weekâs episode of Green Minds features Henry Godon-Smith, who is the CEO and founder of Agritecture, a global urban agriculture consulting firm, whose mission is to empower impact-driven organizations to develop feasible urban farming solutions.
As a sustainability strategist focused on urban agriculture, water issues and emerging technologies, Henry has visited urban farms in five continents and worked on community and for-profit urban farms.
Eva interviews Henry about his motivation to found Agritecture and venture into the field of climate smart agriculture, the benefits of Controlled Environment Agriculture and the key opportunities, challenges and trends of urban and vertical farming.
For listeners who want to delve deeper, a link to Agritecture can be found here.
Do you have any suggestions for guests or themes that we should take a closer look at? Feel free to drop us an email at [email protected]
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Michael, Data Analytics Manager at Nike, takes us through his journey - Industrial engineer to a consultant to a Sports Industry professional
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This weekâs episode of Green Minds features Sarah Kemmitt, Head of the Net Zero Banking Alliance (NZBA) Secretariat within UNEP FI (United Nations Environment Programme Finance Initiative). Sarah delves into this ambitious Alliance, gathering 141 member banks committed to financing ambitious climate action, and breaks down the role of banks in transitioning to net-zero economies. This episode will provide you with her insiderâs perspective of COP28 and key sustainable finance trends to follow in 2024.
For listeners who want to delve deeper, Sarah mentionned the following reports from UNEP FI:
The Adaptation Gap Report, 2023 The Production Gap Report, 2023 The Emissions Gap Report, 2023If you have any suggestions for guests or themes that we should take a closer look at, feel free to drop us an email at [email protected]
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In this weekâs Green Minds episode, Jim sits down with Arietta VisonĂĄ, a consultant at Guidehouse specializing in renewable energy and sustainability. Together, they navigate the complex landscape of the CfD (Contract for Difference) mechanism and its interaction with CPPAs (Corporate Power Purchase Agreements).
Key Highlights:
Understanding the Dynamics: Dive deep into the intricacies of how the CfD mechanism and CPPAs intertwine. Insights from Allocation Round 5: Explore the key takeaways from Allocation Round 5 and its impact on the corporate PPA market. Peering into the Future: What can we anticipate for the upcoming Allocation Round 6? Arietta shares her expert predictions. Navigating Imperial: Gain valuable insights on surviving and thriving in the world of renewable energy, including Arietta's career advice for aspiring sustainability consultants.For listeners who want to delve deeper, a link to the report done by Arietta can be found on the link below. https://guidehouseinsights.com/news-and-views/the-impact-of-cfd-allocation-round-5-on-the-corporate-ppa-marketand-what-the-uk-government-has-done
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What hurdles do we face in educating people about climate change and how can we effectively address misinformation, complex scientific concepts, and disparities in access to information? How do different age groups feel about climate change?
How does the media currently depict climate change and what changes are needed in media coverage and language usage to ensure broader engagement and understanding?
In this Green Minds episode, Eva talked about these and other questions with Rosie Deane, founder of What On Earth. At What On Earth Rosie provides climate consultancy, workshops and educational initiatives on climate change.
For listeners who want to delve deeper, a link to the What On Earth Website can be found here.
Do you have any suggestions for guests or themes that we should take a closer look at? Feel free to drop us an email at [email protected]
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This weekâs episode of Green Minds features Jean-Baptiste Lenoir, Co-founder and CEO of Qotto, aâŻsolar home system provider in West Africa. Interviewed by Marie-CĂ©line, he delves into the challenges hindering universal access to electricity in Sub-Saharan Africa and how Qotto's innovative solar home systems are impacting the lives of 110,000 people. Discover the impactful strategies that set Qotto apart and the role of public policy in fostering sustainable energy solutions.
For listeners who want to delve deeper, Jean-Baptiste recommended the Investor Roadmap for Inclusive Green Growth.
Find the script of the discussion here.
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This weekâs episode of Green Minds features JosuĂ© Tanaka, who was the former Managing Director at the European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD) responsible for the Bankâs operational strategy and planning function and for leading its energy efficiency and climate change activities between 2006 and 2020. Lorenzo interviews JosuĂ© about his early career working at the World Bank, his leading role in increasing the EBRDâs spending on climate finance, his experience of COPs and how theyâve evolved over the years, and the Finance for Climate Action Report which he was involved in developing.
For listeners who want to delve deeper, a link to the Finance for Climate Action Report can be found here.
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Daniel Alejandro VelĂĄsquez GonzĂĄlez, founder of Homefans, takes us through his journey as an entrepreneur and innovator in the sports industry. Highlights include - - Setting up a business in the UK as an immigrant - How he identified the need for his product, reiterated using market insights and built a successful go-to-market strategy - Challenges in building a two-sided business model - Forecasting future trends in the sports industry - Long-term goals
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In the first episode back from (a long) summer break we are happy to introduce you to our new hosts. Meet Climate Change, Management & Finance students Lorenzo, Jim, Marie-CĂ©line and Eva. Get to know the new hosts, what inspires them and what brought them to Green Minds.
Do you have any suggestions for guests or themes that we should take a closer look at? Feel free to drop us a message via [email protected]
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Stanley Cookey âhelps governments and businesses solve complex problemsâ.
Formerly a GP and now a Management Consultant with healthcare and life sciences firm, CF, we hear Stanleyâs motivations for pursuing an MBA and we get an insight into the strong value system that has led him into a career in which he can help people, make an impact, and ultimately find joy in what he does.
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