Climate Conversations with Divya

In this conversation, Divya and Pranav explore the complexities of sustainability and sustainable finance, discussing the challenges and misconceptions surrounding ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance) investments. They delve into the need for a shift from merely sustainable practices to regenerative approaches that prioritize long-term health for both the planet and economies. The discussio...

Climate Conversations with Divya was present at the ChangeNow 2025 Paris Summit and took the time to highlight innovation from a couple organisations. Tune in to meet a few of the exhibitors! 🌍 ChangeNOW was back, returning at the iconic Grand Palais in Paris, the iconic venue of the 1900 World Expo, this April 24-26th 2025. ChangeNOW 2025 gathered the most promising innovations, visionary leader...

S2E3: Circularity is a trillion-dollar opportunity waiting to scale. So why aren’t businesses embracing it? In this hearty episode, with the subtle touch of humour, our host Divya Kabra sits down with Daniel Barraclough of SYSTEMIQ to discuss: 1️⃣ The Scale of the Problem → How plastics, packaging, and textiles contribute to CO₂ emissions and global waste. 2️⃣ The Broken Economics of Waste → Why v...

🚘 EVs are taking over. But is charging infrastructure ready? Electric cars are booming - but what happens when the chargers aren’t there? 🔌⚡ In this episode, our host, Divya Kabra sits down with Arthur Marronnier , VP of Energy at Electra , to talk about the EV charging revolution, the grid dilemma, and what’s holding back mass adoption . In this episode, they cover: ✅ The state of EV charging...

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This wasn't a conversation I planned to have. It started as a question: How much of Biden’s climate policy will actually survive? It turned into something bigger. Climate action isn’t about good intentions. It’s about power, policy, and who gets to shape the future. The IRA is proof that economics drives change faster than morality ever will. Even those who oppose it are quietly taking the mon...

Season 1 Episode 5: Reimagining Urban Spaces with Vertuo What if our cities could transform into green, self-sustaining spaces that cool the air, restore biodiversity, and make urban life more livable? 🌱 In this episode, our host, Divya sits down with Baptiste Laurent, CEO of Vertuo , a pioneer in urban greening innovation. We dive into: 💧 How water-smart, autonomous systems are reshaping urban...

Season 1 Episode 4: In this episode of Climate Conversations with Divya , we sit down with Lucas Maurice , a deep tech expert specializing in battery technology, critical minerals , and sustainable energy solutions . Together, we unravel the complexities of a sector that’s crucial to fighting climate change but not without its controversies. We explore: 🔋 Are batteries the climate saviors we thin...

🎙️ Season 1, Episode 3: Biodiversity Protection and Business Accountability In this episode of Climate Conversations with Divya , we’re joined by Martina Constantino to explore the vital role of biodiversity protection in business sustainability. Martina shares how her company is helping businesses comply with the European Union’s biodiversity regulations and prepare for the Corporate Sustainabili...

FoodTech—buzzword or game-changer? 🌍 In this episode, ⁠I ⁠ sit down with Adrien Villalonga , senior associate at Big Idea Ventures, to chew on the innovations reshaping the way we produce and consume food. From alternative proteins to sustainable farming, we explore the delicious intersection of technology and climate action. 💡 What’s on the table: 🔍 The jaw-dropping impact of alternative prote...

🎙️ Season 1, Episode 1: Transforming Materials, Transforming the Planet Join Divya as she sits down with Andrea Cadelli, Program Manager at RedZone by SAES, to uncover the untapped potential of advanced materials in climate tech. From turning food waste into eco-friendly cosmetics to using UV-resistant bacteria for revolutionary sun protection, we explore how material science is rewriting the rule...

🎙️ What happens when billionaires talk Mars and the rest of us are left to clean up Earth? In this special behind-the-scenes episode, our host Divya Kabra with our special guest Andrea Cadelli, Program Manager at RedZone by SAES, discuss the untold stories of climate solutions happening right here on Earth. 💡 Highlights You Can’t Miss: The unexpected role of material science in combating climate...