Best Fairphone Podcasts (2025)

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43. Investing in Nature - A Conversation with Earthly CEO Oliver Bolton 45:18

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As climate ambition ramps up, one question still looms: Is net zero really enough? In this episode, we sit down with Olly Bolton, CEO and co-founder of Earthly, a climate tech company helping businesses invest in high-quality, science-backed nature-based solutions. Earthly isn’t just another carbon offset platform — it’s building the infrastructure…

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42. The Future of Carbon Removal: Is the hype gone? Discussion with co-founder of remove - Marian Krüger 57:31

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In this conversation, Friederike and Marian Krüger delve into the intersection of climate technology and entrepreneurship, exploring Marian's journey from a background in basketball to becoming a key player in the carbon removal space. They discuss the founding of a drone-based photovoltaic diagnostic company, the lessons learned from its exit, and…

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41. What is the current state of Clean Energy in USA? Discussion with President of Clean Choice Energy - Zoë Gamble 48:23

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In this engaging conversation, Friederike von Waldenfels speaks with Zoe Gamble about the pressing transition to clean energy, exploring Zoe's unique career path, the current landscape of renewable energy in the U.S., and the challenges and trends shaping the industry. They discuss community solar projects, the role of Clean Choice Energy, and refl…

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40. Profitable sustainability with AI - all just Buzzwords? - Interview with Ferolabs co-founder Berk Birand 55:35

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In this episode ⁠Berk Birand⁠ discusses the intersection of AI and sustainability, sharing his journey from a young tech enthusiast to the co-founder of ⁠Fero Labs⁠. He highlights the challenges of entrepreneurship, the importance of integrating AI into manufacturing processes, and the evolving role of sustainability in industry. Berk emphasizes th…

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39: Financing agriculture on big scale by using regenerative farming - Francisco Roque de Pinho, founder of the Land Group 48:59

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In this episode we focus on Regenerative agriculture, which presents a transformative approach to combating climate change while enhancing the soil's health.⁠ Francisco Roque de Pinho⁠ shares insights into how ⁠the Land Group⁠ scales regenerative practices for financial and environmental benefits, while also intertwining his passion for surfing and…

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38: From Oil Industry Insider to Environmental Champion: Curtis Shuck's Mission to Plug Abandoned Wells 43:14

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Curtis E. Shuck Jr., a former oil and gas industry insider, stumbled upon a pressing environmental crisis that changed his life's course. Discover how his unexpected encounter with orphaned oil and gas wells in Montana ignited the birth of the Well Done Foundation, a nonprofit tackling these hazardous sites one well at a time. Curtis's journey from…

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37: Anna Alex's Quest for Purpose-Driven Business Models - Dive into the Anna's story and her new venture Nala.Earth 47:15

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Today, we're thrilled to have Anna Alex, a serial entrepreneur and visionary, as our guest. Anna has co-founded and scaled several successful companies, including Outfittery, Planetly, and now Nala Earth. Her journey is a testament to her passion for innovation and her unwavering commitment to making a positive impact on our planet. As Anna herself…

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36: Cracking Methane Emissions: A Seaweed Solution for Cattle 55:15

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In this episode of Sustain Now, we dive into an innovative solution to combat one of the most pressing environmental issues: methane emissions from livestock. The guest, Steve Meller, CEO and Co-founder of CH4 Global, takes us on a journey of discovering how seaweed can significantly reduce methane emissions from cattle. Founded in 2018, CH4 Global…

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35: Refurbed - how a refurbishing marketplace is resilient against current market economics. Interview with Refurbed Co-founder Kilian Kaminski. 49:01

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In this episode of Sustain Now, we sit down with Kilian Kaminski, Co-founder of Refurbed, a leading marketplace for refurbished products. Refurbed offers consumers a sustainable alternative to buying new, with a growing selection of electronics, sports equipment, and household items. Through a meticulous 40-step refurbishment process, Refurbed ensu…

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34: Revolutionizing Smartphones: Fairphone's Path to Sustainability and Ethical Tech with Founder Bas van Abel 44:46

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In this episode of Sustain Now, we speak with Bas van Abel, the founder of Fairphone, the world’s first smartphone company designed with sustainability and ethical practices at its core. Bas shares his journey from a curious child fascinated by how things work, to becoming a pioneer in the sustainable tech industry. After seeing the waste and harm …

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Best of episode 35: How to sell a product that doesn't exist yet, with Kimberly Breuer (Likeminded) 7:32

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In this Best of episode from the Mission First Podcast, Kimberly Breuer, co-CEO and co-founder of Likeminded, shared her experience about pivoting from B2C to B2B. Learn how potential customers can validate your product, the challenges and joys of pivoting, and the hard lessons learned along the way. Kimberly shares her experience of rebuilding a p…

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Best of episode 36: The truth about economic growth and wealth redistribution, with Timothée Parrique 11:11

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In this Best of episode, Timothée Parrique, PhD in economics specializing in degrowth and post-growth theories, shares his view on the impact of wealth on political decisions and environmental policies, strategies for building democratic pressure to enforce corporate responsibility on environmental issues and the importance of equitable resource di…

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45. Planting 1 million hectares of rainforest using drones and balancing short-term revenue with long-term impact 1:01:45

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How do you build a hardware company that not only generates immediate revenue but also creates a lasting, positive impact? How do you bring investors on board? How do you build an international team of A-players in Research & Development, Data, Marketing, and Sales? The answers in this episode. Morfo restores large-scale forest ecosystems, with the…

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Best of episode 40: How to fundraise as a female co-founder, with Tessa Clarke (Olio) 6:14

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In this Best of episode, Tessa Clarke, co-founder & CEO of Olio, shares her experience fundraising as a female co-founder. Learn from Tessa's experience about the challenges that female founders face and how she managed to overcome them. Listen to the full episode with Tessa to learn also: How to define a new business model and grow a food sharing …

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33: Charging Forward: Inside 8Inks's Lithium-Ion Battery manufacturing innovation 32:58

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In this episode of SustainNOW, we delve into the world of innovative lithium-ion battery manufacturing with Paul Baade, the co-founder of 8Inks. From his early days at ETH Zurich, where he developed an electric race car in the Model F1 Club, to his Ph.D. in materials and device engineering, Paul’s journey has been fueled by a passion for sustainabl…

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32: Design Meets Sustainability in Mutebox's Modular Office Revolution 37:52

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Today, we're focusing on MuteBox, a company dedicated to redefining workspace design by offering modular phone booths and meeting rooms with a sustainability focus. Joining us are Christian Toft Bach, CMO, and Adil Sheikh, Managing Director of MuteBox, who share the journey of this innovative Danish company. MuteBox offers a smart solution to the h…

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44. Growing FAIRPHONE to 16M€ in one year & transforming the entire electronics industry: an entrepreneurship and mental health guide 1:08:40

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Only 15% of old phones get recycled. And that’s not the biggest problem. When you get your new phone in your hand, most of the harm has already been done. 70 - 80 % of the phone’s footprint is in the making, not in the usage. If we use our phones longer, less resources are needed for their production. And there will be less electronics waste. But h…

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Best of episode 38: Can regenerative agriculture scale, with Philippe Birker (Climate Farmers) 10:01

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In this Best of episode, Philippe Birker, co-founder of Climate Farmers, debunks two of the biggest myths around regenerative agriculture: you cannot feed the world with it and scaling regenerative culture cannot be done. Listen to the episode to learn what are the challenges regenerative agriculture farmers face and how Climate Farmers is helping …

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Best of episode 34: Growing a B2B2C community, with Sam Sutaria (WaterBear) 6:42

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In this Best of episode, Sam Sutaria, CEO of WaterBear, shares his B2B2C community growth strategies. Learn what are the challenges of growing a B2C community while building the B2B partnership side of the business. Learn about the importance of shared values when creating collaborations and finding the right trustworthy partners. Listen to the ful…

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Best of episode 40: How to drive consumer behavior change at scale, with Tessa Clarke (Olio) 11:53

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In this Best of episode, Tessa Clarke, co-founder & CEO of Olio, shares her experience with the different strategies for influencing consumer behavior they’ve used. Learn how Olio flipped communications and instead of talking about the global impact, they lead with the personal as a driver for change. Tessa also described how you can harvest behavi…

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31: Synonym's mission to create a new green asset class - using bioeconomy to replace 50% of petrochemical products 49:12

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In this episode of SustainNOW, we sit down with co-founder Joshua Lachter to explore how Synonym is pioneering the bioeconomy revolution. As a self-proclaimed biological maximalist, Joshua is dedicated to using biotechnology to replace petrochemical products and accelerate the transition to sustainable materials. Synonym’s mission is ambitious: to …

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Best of episode 37: Frameworks for brand building workshops, with Nathan Bonnisseau (Plan A) 6:05

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In this Best of episode, Nathan Bonnisseau, co-founder of Plan A, shares two key frameworks for building a successful brand: The Mountain of Tomorrow and How Wow Now. We then explore the topic of how to create a crisp brand that all employees and external stakeholders understand. From the full episode, you will learn from Nathsn's experience how to…

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Best of episode 36: The issue with the way we measure GDP, with Timothée Parrique 9:36

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In this Best of episode, Timothée Parrique, PhD in economics specializing in degrowth and post-growth theories, shares why the current way we measure GDP is a poor indicator of the quality of life. It's an indicator that was created in the 1930s and does not reflect the social well-being of the people and the eco state of the planet. We then go to …

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30: Making farming sexy again: How Climate Farmers Aims to Support Regenerative Farmers with Co-Founder Philipp Birker 43:33

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In this episode of SustainNOW, Philippe Birker, co-founder of Climate Farmers, takes us on a journey into the world of regenerative agriculture. Growing up in an agricultural town in Western Germany, Philippe has always been connected to farming, and now he’s dedicated to restoring its image and making it more sustainable. He shares his mission to …

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43. How to transition to regenerative economy with digital solutions and fund 2.5M m2 of ecosystems, with Mathias Boissonot (Handprint) 54:25

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If you are into nature tech, greentech, regenerative economy, product-market fit. This episode is for you. Is it possible to make economy regenerative? Can we make e-commerce, fintech and other digital sectors more sustainable? And prove it. Handprint are on a mission to regenerate the planet with the help of digital technology and partnerships. Th…

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42. Using AI to help millions of patients find clinical trials, with Maya Zlatanova (FindMeCure) 1:03:06

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If you are into clinical research, life science, pivoting, founder sales or company culture. This episode is for you. If you could do just one thing that would impact the lives of one million people, what would it be? This question nudged Maya to find a solution to help people. Millions of patients around the world need treatment, but they do not k…

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29: From Ancient Organism to Renewable Energy Superhero: Electrochaea Synthesis of Synthetic Methane 48:50

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In this episode of SustainNOW, Doris Hafenbradl, CTO of Electrochaea, shares her groundbreaking work harnessing the power of archaea to create sustainable bio-methane. Doris, a passionate scientist with a background in biotech and pharmaceuticals, has spent over a decade exploring how ancient organisms like archaea can revolutionize energy producti…

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41. Gathering 35,000 changemakers to accelerate environmental and social change, with Kevin Tayebaly (ChangeNOW) 1:07:50

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What if, for once a year, corporate business leaders, innovators, investors, and activists come together, not as enemies, but as collaborators for change? Picture an event on impact and environment that leaves you not with despair, but with hope and concrete actions that could be taken. That's the essence of ChangeNow, the world's largest impact su…

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40. 150 million meals saved: How to grow a food-sharing app, with Tessa Clarke (Olio) 44:02

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If you are into marketplace, apps, behavior psychology, food waste prevention. This episode is for you. What’s “the chicken and the egg dilemma” when it comes to marketplace? People looking for an item want to join your marketplace only if you have a wide offering. But sellers or people who want to share something only want to join your marketplace…

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39. How to understand today’s world and get ready for tomorrow, with Julien Devaureix 1:25:14

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If you are into philosophy, system thinking, economy, research, science. This episode is for you. Have we, as humanity, built a world that is so complex that even we cannot understand it? Or has it always been this way and we just simplified it so we fear it a bit less? In these days, the world is changing faster compared to any period in history. …

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38. Feeding the world with regenerative agriculture with Philippe Birker (Climate Farmers) 1:05:51

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If you are into agriculture, food supply chain, non-profit, community building, accelerator programs. This episode is for you. What if farming wasn't just a means of survival but a way to nature restoration? And instead of being part of the problem destroying our soil, biodiversity, and amplifying climate change, it became part of the solution? Let…

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37. How to build a sustainable brand backed by science (without greenwashing) and turn your employees into brand ambassadors 1:35:31

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If you are into branding, communication, PR, brand building, employee advocacy, Linkedin, science, greentech, decarbonization, this episode is for you. How can brands incorporate sustainability and science into their core in an authentic way and avoid the trap of greenwashing? It is one thing to craft a sustainable brand on paper and a completely d…

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28: Policy Special Focus - Regenerative Agriculture Policy with NRDC Deputy Director Lara Bryant 29:07

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Today I am talking with Lara Bryant, Deputy Director of NRDC (The Nature Resource Defence Council) in USA. Lara has a background in chemistry and studied plant and Soil Science and has a master’s degree in public administration in environmental science and policy from Columbia University. NRDC is a Non-Profit organization with more than 3 million m…

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36. Slow Down or Perish: how does degrowth apply to green entrepreneurship and to our future, with Timothée Parrique 1:31:18

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If you are into entrepreneurship in general, economics, degrowth, post-growth, ecology, climate change, activism, or simply into the future of our planet, this episode is for you. Is the constant search for economic growth slowly pushing us to extinction? It’s time to change the way we measure economic success. It should no longer be about GDP. My …

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27: Harnessing the Ocean's Might: In-Depth with SeaO2 Founders on their Mission to Capture a Gigaton of CO2 by 2035 44:51

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Rose and Ruben co-founded SeaO2, an oceanic carbon removal company based in the Netherlands, with the ambitious mission to reduce CO2 concentrations in the ocean and the atmosphere, combating global warming. Rose, inspired by her PhD research on electrochemical oceanic carbon capture, partnered with Ruben, a serial entrepreneur with expertise in bu…

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35. Growing a mental health company to 1’000’000 € in ARR in 12 months (by pivoting from B2C to B2B), with Kimberly Breuer 1:09:57

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If you are into AI, data, mental health, building B2B2C business, pivoting, OKRs, sales. This episode is for you. How can you say you are running a successful mental health company? How do you calculate the profitability of an employee mental health program? Kimberly Breuer, co-CEO of Likeminded (and a psychologist herself) will share her experienc…

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34. Setting a new standard for impact in media with WaterBear, the free “Netflix” of captivating films and thought-provoking series 1:02:00

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If you are into media, documentaries, activism, growing communities, NGOs, impact, technology & how to use product to drive action. This episode is for you. In a world where “bad news sell better” it’s easy to believe that it’s all negative. In this episode with Sam Sutaria, CEO and first employee at WaterBear, you will learn 💡 How to set a new sta…

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26: BiCRS - How can biomass contribute to negative emissions in the future? A conversation with Stefanie Bischoff, Managing Director of Airfix 37:32

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Stephanie Bischof, Managing Director of AirFix, shares insights into the growing field of Biomass Carbon Removal and Storage (BiCRS), a critical solution to reducing carbon emissions and mitigating climate change. With over a decade of experience in corporate finance, Stephanie transitioned into the climate field after being inspired by a documenta…

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25: Sustainable laptop? How Framework is Challenging Traditional Tech Industry Norms. Interview with Founder Nirav Patel 30:33

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Nirav Patel, founder and CEO of Framework, shares the vision behind his innovative company that aims to tackle the massive environmental impact of consumer electronics. Framework was founded in 2019 with a bold mission: to create products that are long-lasting and sustainable. After working as an engineer at major tech companies like Apple, Meta (F…

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24: From Tobacco to Steaks: Dana Yarden's Biotech Journey to Turn Tobacco into Natural Bioreactors 39:03

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Dana Yarden is the co-founder of BioBetter, an Israeli Agri/FoodTech start-up that aims to revolutionize the cultivated meat industry by using tobacco plants as natural bioreactors for producing growth factors (GFs). Dana’s background spans 18 years in the Life Science and Biotech industries, and she holds both an MD and an MBA from Tel-Aviv Univer…

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23: The Green Retail Revolution: Keynote at SCORE! 27:43

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In this special episode, Friederike von Waldenfels, the CEO of Forestrock and Founder of SustainNOW, discusses the concept of Green Retail during her keynote at the SCORE! – Swiss Conference for Retail and E-Commerce. In her speech, she highlights the growing importance of sustainability in retail and why she believes Green Retail is both an opport…

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22: The Last Mile of E-Commerce - with Milo Stössel, the Co-Founder of Quickpac 40:03

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In this episode, Milo Stössel, the Co-Founder of Quickpac, talks about the concept of last-mile delivery in e-commerce and how Quickpac is revolutionizing this space with electric vehicles. Last-mile delivery refers to the final leg of the delivery process, where goods are transported from a distribution center to the customer's doorstep. As online…

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21: Making Showers Smarter - A Fireside Product Chat with Ted Li, Co-Founder of Oasense 23:09

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In todays episode, I am speaking with Ted-Li, co-founder of Oaesense. Oasense developed a self-powered smart showerhead that helps people conserve up to 60% of water and energy by switching off automatically when you step away. Ted-Li has an engineering background and worked in different sensor focused companies as well at Apple. He joined as co-fo…

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20: From founder to climate investor - Talk with serial entrepreneur and investor Tim Schumacher co-founder of Ecosia 40:24

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In this insightful episode of sustainNOW, Katie speaks with Tim Schumacher, a serial entrepreneur and investor deeply committed to climate impact. Tim’s entrepreneurial journey includes co-founding Ecosia, the world’s largest independent search engine, which uses all its profits to plant trees. Tim’s passion for sustainability has driven him to inv…

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19: Has Europe a water problem? Interview with Hydraloop Co-Founder and CMO, Sabine Stuiver 54:40

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In this episode of SustainNOW, we’re joined by Sabine Stuiver, the CMO and co-founder of Hydraloop, a company that’s revolutionizing water conservation with its innovative decentralized water recycling systems. Sabine, recognized as one of Europe's top female entrepreneurs with sustainable innovations, shares her journey from the corporate world to…

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18: Druups - Catching water out of air. Interview with Jonas Wamstad, CMO and co-founder of Drupps 40:24

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In todays episode, I am speaking with Jonas Warmstad, founder and CMO of Drupps. Their vision is to recycle industrial evaporated wastewater into drinking water while recycling a lot of heat at the same time. Jonas says about himself that he is an engineer with too little patience to be an engineer. He wants to solve sustainability problems and the…

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17: Genome edited food - the answer for healthier diet and climate change? Interview with Lynsey Wenger, CFO of Pairwise 46:35

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In this insightful episode, Lynsey Wenger, CFO of Pairwise, delves into how cutting-edge technology is transforming our food systems. Pairwise is leveraging the power of CRISPR gene-editing to enhance plant diversity, creating healthier and more sustainable fruits and vegetables. Lynsey, with her rich background in global natural resources investme…

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16: Zerofy - simplifies a zero-carbon life for households. Interview with Till Quack, founder and CEO. 32:38

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What if living a zero-carbon life was effortless? In this episode of SustainNow, we sit down with Till Quack, co-founder of Zerofy, a game-changing app designed to help households track and reduce their carbon footprint—automatically. Till, a seasoned tech entrepreneur with a background in AI and AR/VR, made the leap into climate tech to tackle one…

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15: The Renaissance of fungi and ancient fermentation process in the food tech industry. Interview with founder and CEO of Bosque Foods, Isabella Iglesias-Musachio 39:57

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Could mushrooms be the future of sustainable food? In this episode of SustainNow, we sit down with Isabella Iglesias-Musachio, co-founder and CEO of Bosque Foods, a pioneering startup using mycelium fermentation to create whole-cut meat and fish alternatives. Mycelium, the root-like structure of fungi, is packed with nutrients, naturally umami-rich…

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ep. 33/3: Empowering African communities with greentech in dangerous countries (Torsten Schreiber. Africa GreenTec) 40:11

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If you are into greentech, product innovation, social entrepreneurship, developing a business in Africa, or simply into inspiring entrepreneurship. This episode is for you. Which entrepreneur can say they risk their lives every day to have a positive impact on the planet? My guest, Torsten Schreiber is the Founder & CEO of Africa GreenTec and four …