Sustainable GOAT

When we delve into the concept of fashion circularity, we encounter a profoundly intricate and often daunting challenge. However, hope is on the horizon thanks to the visionary efforts of Stuart Ahlum and the remarkable team at SuperCircle and Thousand Fell. Stuart's career has been marked by an unwavering commitment to transparency and recyclability within the fashion realm. What began as a footwear venture dedicated to crafting fully recyclable shoes has evolved into SuperCircle, a company at the forefront of reshaping how the fashion industry views its inputs, outputs, and circular processes. Collaborating with some of the industry's leading companies, Stuart and his team are revolutionizing sustainability in fashion. It's not a straightforward journey, but that's precisely what makes it circular.

The environmental impact of our built environment often flies under the radar, and it's not just about the transportation of materials. It's also the very substances we use to construct our world, along with the layers of code-compliant materials that are frequently anything but sustainable. Enter David Chase, who envisioned a better way.

Rok-On is at the forefront of next-gen building solutions, specializing in fiber cement and structural insulated panels. With a commitment to innovation, energy efficiency, and cost-effectiveness, Rok-On offers a contemporary alternative to conventional building materials. Catering to both residential and commercial sectors, their innovative solutions are not only quicker to install but also built to last, all while minimizing environmental impact. In a nutshell, Rok-On is reshaping the construction industry through intelligent, sustainable choices.

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Nuclear power has often been the elephant in the room—its reputation marred by images of explosions, fallout, and environmental degradation. But what if we could flip the script? What if the nuclear waste we've amassed could not only rejuvenate the planet but also improve human well-being?

Enter Edward McGinnis, CEO of Curio, a trailblazing company redefining the energy landscape. With a rich background in U.S. government leadership, McGinnis has transitioned to the private sector to make a lasting impact for future generations.

In our conversation, we delve into the evolution of nuclear energy, explore the untapped potential of nuclear waste as a valuable resource, and discuss Curio's innovative approach to shaping the energy future we all aspire to.

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In today's global society, we're all consumers at heart. Yet, behind that consumerism lies a mindset, a worldview that shapes our choices. Ryan Looysen, the visionary CEO of Triwa, is revolutionizing the very fabric of product creation. By placing humanity front and center, Triwa prompts us to don a global lens and question the origins of the products we consume. It challenges us to make more mindful choices as consumers.

Starting a brand has never been more accessible, but what if we could infuse the core DNA of a company with principles of humanity and circular sustainability from the get-go? Instead of a seismic shift, it becomes a journey on a well-trodden path. Ryan and his team at Triwa aren't just walking that path; they're paving it, continually pushing the boundaries of what's achievable.

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The School of Global Futures at Arizona State University focuses on tackling complex global challenges by integrating sustainability, innovation, and technology. They aim to equip students with the skills and knowledge to navigate a rapidly changing world. The school offers interdisciplinary programs that blend science, engineering, policy, and social science, aiming to create leaders who can think holistically and act meaningfully. It's like a melting pot of ideas and disciplines, all geared towards building a better future.

At the heart of it, Ryan Mores. Ryan is an ASU graduate but also a deeply compassionate human who has been advocating for sustainability for nearly a decade. Working at the city level and now a global platform, Ryan's goals are centered around creating an equitable future for all.

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We are experiencing one of the most exciting, pivotal moments in history. Rabbi Yechezkel Moskowitz and his team at Synergos Holdings are not only envisioning the future, but they are shaping it. Rooted in the concept of conscious capitalism, their vision for the future begins with powering the world and feeding the world. With humanity at the center of the mission, the brightest minds in the world are creating groundbreaking products that will fundamentally change the system.

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While it is increasingly important to focus on innovation and generating solutions in sustainability, finance is at the heart solving those problems. Xero is an accounting software that allows businesses of all sizes to not only manage their finances efficiently, but provide a high level of reporting that allows for organizations to take action towards a more sustainable future. Talking with Dr. Tamara Somers, Director of Sustainability and ESG at Xero, to discuss the relationship between finance and impact, and pulling certain levers can actually move the needle more than we think.

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The Impact League, a component of the SailGP championship, completed its second season with the ROCKWOOL Denmark SailGP team as the champions. Jonathan Turner joins the podcast to talk about the heavily contested championship for change, the remarkable story of going from last in the first year to champions in the second, and the lessons that can be adopted outside of the world of sport. With the Impact League beginning to be adopted in corporations and countries, Jonathan and the rest of the ROCKWOOL team have been pioneering what the future can look like, in addition to the sustainable products that ROCKWOOL already produces. This furthers the discussion around the power of sport but also the responsibility of companies to take a stance on what they believe in.

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What began as a one-acre dirt lot has turned into a 28-acre, regenerative certified, farm and thriving community ecosystem. They have successfully conveyed a vision over their storied history of giving more than you take, and to act with intention within our food systems, community, and decisions that we make regarding the planet. In conversation with Jonathan Zaidman, we discuss The Ecology Center's approach to growing food, care for the soil, creating a holistic view of farming, and what it means to live in an equitable community.

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Events are one of the biggest opportunities right now in sustainability. When most attend an event, they aren't aware of what happens behind the scenes. Sure, offering compostable cups and trying to educate others is helpful, but the real impact comes through the holistic strategies that nobody sees. Alex Baxter, the Sustainability Director from Blue Strike Environmental, dives deep on the podcast as we discuss what the real impact of events are, the opportunity sport has to transform our planet, and our responsibility as fans to see ourselves as a small part of a collective solution. While Blue Strike Environmental is not a household name, they are behind some of the biggest events on the planet including the Indy500, AT&T Pebble Beach Pro-Am at Pebble Beach, and Big Sur International Marathon.

Learn more about Blue Strike Environmental here.