The 5Cs

With our guest Sandy Trust , a distinguished actuary in the UK who sits on the council of of the IFOA based in the UK, we continue the conversation about the intersection of climate change and risk management. In this episode, we cover,  The Flawed Methodologies in Climate Risk Assessment -The Problem with Historical Data -The Danger of Peer-Reviewed Misinterpretations -Psychological and Communica...

With our guest Sandy Trust , a distinguished actuary in the UK who sits on the council of of the IFOA based in the UK, we begin the series with a look under hood at the role of actuaries.  Actuaries are the unsung heroes in the financial world, particularly when it comes to long-term financial commitments like pensions. Their primary responsibility is to ensure that pension schemes can meet their...

In this first episode of the third season, host Charlene Norman delves into the emotional struggles such as reticence, frustration, and guilt faced by individuals and small businesses who operate in the green space.  Charlene offers three big ideas with which  listeners can better navigate the challenges of maintaining sustainable practices while ensuring financial viability in a capitalist world....

Charlene begins the episode with a warm welcome and a heartfelt thank you to all the listeners who have supported the podcast over the past two years and touches briefly on the anniversary partee. The celebration was filled with joy, music, balloons, and noisemakers. Key Takeaways: Listener Engagement: The feedback from listeners has been instrumental in shaping the podcast's direction. Whether it...

Guest Richard Muscat of Radical shares his view of the key points in a solid Degrowth effort: Reducing Consumption : The core idea of degrowth is to consume less. This means rethinking our lifestyles and making conscious choices that reduce our environmental footprint. Working Less : By adopting shorter workweeks, individuals can reduce their consumption and have more time to engage in community a...

We uncover more of the thinkings from Richard Muscat of Radical. He emphasizes two critical criteria for making a meaningful impact in the fight against climate change: 1. Reducing Absolute Consumption This involves decreasing the overall demand for fossil fuels and materials. It’s not enough to focus on per capita reductions; we must address the total consumption levels that drive environmental d...

Guest Richard Muscat of Radical, provides a comprehensive overview of how businesses can transition to a degrowth economy, emphasizing the importance of empathy and personal experiences in driving meaningful change.  Key Takeaways Degrowth is a transformative economic approach that challenges the traditional growth-centric mindset. Understanding the historical context of capitalism and colonialism...

With guest Richard Muscat of Radical , we uncover an exploration of the degrowth movement, its historical context, and its relevance in today's world.  Understanding Degrowth: Historical Context and Modern Relevance Although the term "degrowth" is relatively new, the ideas behind it have been around since at least 1972, when researchers first published work on the limits to growth. This seminal wo...

The energy consumption conversation continues with James Chalmers , a prominent sustainability investor with years of experience in the field and the founder of BaseCamp Capital , a leading firm in sustainable energy investments.   In the first episode of this series, we covered the massive waste of energy propagated by data centers.  In the second episode , we uncovered the additional energy cons...

The energy consumption conversation continues with James Chalmers , a prominent sustainability investor and the founder of BaseCamp Capital .   In the first episode of this series, we covered the huge waste of energy propagated by data centers.  In this episode, we uncover the additional energy consumption demanded by AI (Artificial Intelligence). Specifically, The Energy Demands of AI Inefficienc...

In this new series about technology and electricity, Charlene talks with James Chalmers , a prominent sustainability investor and the founder of BaseCamp Capital .  This first of three episodes marks the beginning of exploring the intersection of energy consumption and technological advancements, with a particular focus on data centers and artificial intelligence (AI). In this episode, we explore...

With the founder of   ecowiser , we continue the discussion about what is needed to ensure we all make a positive impact with our purchasing decisions.  It starts with awareness, mindful consumption and holding brands accountable.  Three ways to do this are: Empower Yourself : Equip yourself with knowledge and tools to make informed choices. Engage with Community : Participate in discussions and i...

There are so many challenges facing consumers and business buyers who are trying to navigate the minefield of sustainability claims.  Marketing messages are not reliable barometers, nor are the ususal Corporate ESG reports.  Where to source reliable information? With the founder of   ecowiser , we uncover the ways he is trying to empower consumers to make informed choices while supporting brands t...

Navigating Indigenous Rights and Legal Challenges: Insights from the Five Seas Podcast In this final episode of the series we cover naviagting the indgenous rights and legal challenges and end up full circle from where we began.  With lawyer turned social activist Leslie Anne St. Amour , a member of the Montclair Algonquin First Nation and the Campaigns Director for the non-profit group Raven.   T...

We continue our series about Indigenous rights  with Leslie Anne St. Amour , a Bonnechere Algonquin First Nation member and the Campaigns Director for Raven . Here are the key points we discussed : 1. Disparity in Wealth Distribution Key Points: Indigenous communities receive funding for basic needs such as housing, healthcare, infrastructure, and education. Canada profits from Indigenous lands th...

We continue to dive into the critical topic of Indigenous rights and issues they face with Leslie Anne St. Amour , a Bonnechere Algonquin First Nation member and the Campaigns Director for Raven . This episode offers a profound exploration of the historical and contemporary challenges faced by Indigenous communities, emphasizing the importance of understanding and addressing systemic injustices.  ...

With Leslie Anne St. Amour , a lawyer, champion of Indigenous rights, a social activist and the Campaigns Director of Raven, we get up close and personal in trying to understand the Indigenous perspective.   Because, despite the critical role Indigenous communities can play in environmental stewardship, there is a noticeable reluctance to integrate their voices. This reluctance can be attributed t...

What can we quickly learn and incorporate about Indigenous viewpoints into our environmental projects, task forces, work, careers and studies? In this episode we uncover Indigenous Perspectives in Environmental Initiatives: Discover why it’s crucial to include indigenous voices in conservation and sustainability projects. Learn how indigenous knowledge can transform our approach to environmental w...

This is our final episode of the four-part series for using the law to make permanent changes with the highly respected environmental justice and human rights lawyer Rebecca Bratspies . (The first episode can be found here; the second here, and the third episode here .)  Rebecca is the founding director of the Centre for Urban Environmental Reform, an award winning author, a college professor at t...

This is the third episode of the four-part series about using the law to make permanent changes with the highly respected environmental justice and human rights lawyer Rebecca Bratspies . (The first episode can be found here; the second here .)  Rebecca is the founding director of the Centre for Urban Environmental Reform, an award winning author, a college professor at the City University of New...

This is the second episode of a four-part series on using the law to make permanent changes with the highly respected environmental justice and human rights lawyer Rebecca Bratspies . (The first episode can be found here .)  Rebecca is the founding director of the Centre for Urban Environmental Reform, an award winning author, a college professor at the City University of New York School of Law an...

We begin the first episode with the highly respected environmental justice and human rights lawyer Rebecca Bratspies . Rebecca is the founding director of the Centre for Urban Environmental Reform, an award-winning author, a college professor at the City University of New York School of Law and the go-to expert for the fundamental human right to live in a healthy environment. You can reach out to...

What does the cloak of cynicism have to do with masterful communication?  Absolutely everything.  The world has changed and so too has the way people receive messages.  Therefore, like everything else, we need to shake up the status quo and make some changes.  Why, you ask? To counteract --  -The Business-Leader Double Life Far too many of us are eco-warriors at home but profit-driven executives a...

None of us ever want to ruffle feathers, say the wrong thing or come across like a jerk.  That's one of the reasons why mastering the art of masterful communication is so helpful.  But what if there were a better way?  That's what we are getting into today chatting with Chin Chang . (The first episode of the series is here , the second is here .)   Chin is an entrepreneur focused on increasing pro...

This episode picks up where we left off on the topic of masterful communication . If we believe that masterful communication is the key to getting what we want, then anyone and everyone working in the sustainability, climate change, eco friendly space of do good, be good will enjoy this conversation with Chin Chang .   Chin is an entrepreneur focused on increasing profits for Social Impact Busines...