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How do you know when it’s time to make your next big career move? With International Women’s Day around the corner, we are excited to feature Avni Patel Thompson, Founder and CEO of Milo. Avni is building technology that directly supports the often overlooked emotional and logistical labor that falls on parents—especially women. Milo is an AI assistant designed to help families manage that invisible load more efficiently. In this episode, Avni shares her journey from studying chemistry to holding leadership roles at global brands like Adidas and Starbucks, to launching her own ventures. She discusses how she approaches career transitions, the importance of unpleasant experiences, and why she’s focused on making everyday life easier for parents. [01:26] Avni's University Days and Early Career [04:36] Non-Linear Career Paths [05:16] Pursuing Steep Learning Curves [11:51] Entrepreneurship and Safety Nets [15:22] Lived Experiences and Milo [19:55] Avni’s In Her Ellement Moment [20:03] Reflections Links: Avni Patel Thompson on LinkedIn Suchi Srinivasan on LinkedIn Kamila Rakhimova on LinkedIn Ipsos report on the future of parenting About In Her Ellement: In Her Ellement highlights the women and allies leading the charge in digital, business, and technology innovation. Through engaging conversations, the podcast explores their journeys—celebrating successes and acknowledging the balance between work and family. Most importantly, it asks: when was the moment you realized you hadn’t just arrived—you were truly in your element? About The Hosts: Suchi Srinivasan is an expert in AI and digital transformation. Originally from India, her career includes roles at trailblazing organizations like Bell Labs and Microsoft. In 2011, she co-founded the Cleanweb Hackathon, a global initiative driving IT-powered climate solutions with over 10,000 members across 25+ countries. She also advises Women in Cloud, aiming to create $1B in economic opportunities for women entrepreneurs by 2030. Kamila Rakhimova is a fintech leader whose journey took her from Tajikistan to the U.S., where she built a career on her own terms. Leveraging her English proficiency and international relations expertise, she discovered the power of microfinance and moved to the U.S., eventually leading Amazon's Alexa Fund to support underrepresented founders. Subscribe to In Her Ellement on your podcast app of choice to hear meaningful conversations with women in digital, business, and technology.…

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Can we reimagine our future? What do we want it to look like? How do we get there? In this biweekly podcast, the Futures Centre - powered by Forum for the Future, brings you chats with innovators, activists and thought leaders about leverage points for transformation in this decade of climate action. Visit www.thefuturescentre.org for more insights.

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Reflecting on almost 30 years of Forum for the Future and the wider sustainability movement - with Jonathon Porritt, Sara Parkin and Paul Ekins 59:24

2 years ago59:24

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In this special edition of the Futuring Podcast, Jonathon Porritt [Former Director, Forum for the Future] is joined by his fellow co-founders of Forum, Sara Parkin [Principal Associate, Sustainability Literacy Project] and Dr. Paul Ekins [Professor of Resources and Environmental Policy, University College London]. The podcast comes as Jonathon steps down from Forum, joining Sara and Paul to reflect on its 30 years of operation and how the sustainability landscape has evolved in that time. Tune in to hear how the idea for a new organisation came to be at the heels of the Earth Summit in 1992 and how that evolved into the international sustainability non-profit it is today. Underpinned by their longstanding friendship and banter, Jonathon, Sara and Paul discuss the pressures and joys of setting up a new and radical organisation for sustainability, a buzzword at the time; the impact of working with the public sector; and the shift towards the business community over the years Explore Jonathon’s reflections further about “ Challenging the status quo, letting go of ‘win-wins’ and finding hope in the next generation ” All opinions expressed by their interviewees are their own and do not necessarily reflect the positions of Forum for the Future. Interview recorded on 27th April 2023. This audio features the song "Boulevard" by Yung Kartz available under a Creative Commons Attribution-Noncommercial license.…

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Accelerating climate justice through intersectional multi-stakeholder coalitions with Susan Kruse and Zach Lou 47:54

2 years ago47:54

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In the final episode of our American Climate Futures miniseries, a special edition of the Futuring Podcast, Ksenia Benifand [Senior Principal Change Designer, Forum for the Future Americas] sits down with Susan Kruse [Executive Director, The Community Climate Collaborative] and Zach Lou [Coalition Manager, California Green New Deal Coalition] to investigate how building intersectional multi-stakeholder coalitions can accelerate just climate solutions. Tune in to hear them discuss the importance of always showing up in support of others’ work, how regular constant feedback and iteration can strengthen collaborations and the significance of weaving in joy and resilience into movements and partnerships. How do we ensure that we meet people where they are to co-create opportunities and a shared understanding? What can we do to identify and establish the common ground needed to collaboratively take action on climate justice? Resources shared: Community Climate Collaborative Solar Climate Justice Scorecard Community Climate Collaborative Newsletter sign-up Other stories: Charlottesville gas station chain makes unexpected bet on solar power Auto dealer sees Clean Cars as great first step for electric vehicles in Virginia Produced by: Siddhi Ashar and Christina Daniels-Freeman…

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Disrupting the current system with community-led, just and equitable climate solutions with Laprisha Daniels and Rev Vernon Walker | American Climate Futures 46:08

2 years ago46:08

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In the second episode of the American Climate Futures miniseries, a special edition of the Futuring Podcast, Ksenia Benifand [Senior Principal Change Designer, Forum for the Future Americas] reflects on climate, disasters, and adaptation with special guests Laprisha Daniels [Executive Director, Detroiters Working for Environmental Justice ] and Reverend Vernon Walker [Program Director, Communities Responding to Extreme Weather (CREW)]. Tune in to hear them explore ways in which we can disrupt the current system by holding decision-makers accountable and working to create just and equitable, community-led processes to fight climate change. What will it take to bring diverse coalitions of actors together to inspire and enact change? How do we ensure an interdisciplinary approach to climate action while addressing the co-occurring inequities that are exacerbated by climate change? Additional resources: Renew New England Alliance Heat Wave: A Social Autopsy of Disaster in Chicago by Eric Klinenberg Explore more at www.forumforthefuture.org/american-climate-futures About American Climate Futures American Climate Futures is an initiative by Forum for the Future to ensure the needs and voices of those most impacted by climate change in the US are at the forefront of goal-setting, planning, and solutions development — while also challenging, and accelerating the process of addressing, the systemic inequalities that got us here in the first place. Join a diverse and committed group of change-makers across the United States to learn from each other, collectively identify the entrenched barriers to climate justice, and co-design a community-centered, system-wide approach to a just and transformational response to the climate crisis. We invite you to reach out if you are interested in learning more about this work and how you can get involved. Please contact Ksenia Benifand for more information. All opinions expressed by their interviewees are their own and do not necessarily reflect the positions of Forum for the Future. Interview recorded on 10th January 2023. This audio features the song “Upbeat Motivational Inspiring Uplifting Rock" by Leadsquid available under ONE MUSIC STANDARD LICENSE as defined in the standard terms and conditions on Envato Market. Produced by: Siddhi Ashar and Christina Daniels-Freeman…

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Decolonizing conservation through radical collaboration and capital with Kim Pate and Noah Oppenheim | American Climate Futures 47:30

2 years ago47:30

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In this special edition of the Futuring Podcast, Sandra Seru [Former Managing Director, Forum for the Future Americas] is joined by Kim Pate [Managing Director, NDN Fund] and Noah Oppenheim [Homarus Strategies and National Policy Coordinator, Business for Conservation and Climate Action] to explore what it means to redefine American conservation and how centering equity and honoring local and traditional wisdom is essential to a climate transition that can restore social, ecological, and economic health. Tune in to hear them explore how we can achieve more grounded and equitable climate solutions by learning from pre-existing Indigenous conservation practices and working in partnership with one another to create collective change. What do we mean by conservation and how can we create a more inclusive and effective definition? What is needed to unlock capital and scale pre-existing solutions? How can we embrace a bottom-up approach to conservation and climate action and center kindness and empathy in all collaborative spaces? Explore more at www.forumforthefuture.org/american-climate-futures About American Climate Futures American Climate Futures is an initiative by Forum for the Future to ensure the needs and voices of those most impacted by climate change in the US are at the forefront of goal-setting, planning, and solutions development — while also challenging, and accelerating the process of addressing, the systemic inequalities that got us here in the first place. Join a diverse and committed group of change-makers across the United States to learn from each other, collectively identify the entrenched barriers to climate justice, and co-design a community-centered, system-wide approach to a just and transformational response to the climate crisis. We invite you to reach out if you are interested in learning more about this work and how you can get involved. Please contact Ksenia Benifand for more information. All opinions expressed by their interviewees are their own and do not necessarily reflect the positions of Forum for the Future. Interview recorded on 6th January 2023. This audio features the song “Upbeat Motivational Inspiring Uplifting Rock" by Leadsquid available under ONE MUSIC STANDARD LICENSE as defined in the standard terms and conditions on Envato Market." Produced by: Siddhi Ashar and Christina Daniels-Freeman…

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Could Earth observation data be the new GPS? Using satellite data to meet sustainable development goals with Carine Saut 27:36

2 years ago27:36

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In the third episode of the Futuring Podcast’s mini-series in collaboration with Capgemini, Sol Salinas (Global Executive Vice President & Sustainability Lead - The Americas) from Capgemini, talks to Carine Saut , Business Developer, Science and Space Applications at Capgemini Tune in to hear what the present and future holds for the role of earth observation data, how it may become part of our day to day lives just like GPS did, and how, through rigorous innovation with a systems lens and collaboration, it can catalyse our impact in creating a just and regenerative world. Sol and Carine explore the role of impact measurement through gathering and assessing earth observation data, enhancing capabilities through AI and more computing, and a myriad of use cases such as mapping the earth’s biomass for decarbonisation efforts, aiding biodiversity ecosystem restoration, monitoring land use, measuring air pollution, and more! Explore more at www.thefuturescentre.org/liveresearch/beyondgreenhousegases/ About “Beyond greenhouse gases: Transforming project design through impact measurement” Co-produced by international sustainability non-profit, Forum for the Future and global information technology company, Capgemini, Beyond greenhouse gases: Transforming project design through impact measurement will explore how businesses can unlock more transformative project design and decision making, through the lens of greenhouse gas (GHG) reduction. Over the next two months, we will continue to publish a series of insights and podcasts featuring industry leaders spanning sustainability, technology, and business. We will be exploring: the world of GHG accounting, climate change impacts, the importance of ‘futures’ thinking, and how we must adapt our approaches and the way we work. With thanks to our partner Beyond greenhouse gases was made possible thanks to the generous support from our partner, Capgemini. All opinions expressed by their interviewees are their own and do not necessarily reflect the positions of Forum for the Future. Interview recorded on 6th December 2022. This audio features the song “Upbeat & Energetic Sport Motivational Pop" by Prigida available under ONE MUSIC STANDARD LICENSE as defined in the standard terms and conditions on Envato Market. Produced by: Siddhi Ashar and Bhairevi Aiyer…

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How can we use futures thinking to reimagine how businesses can accelerate to a just and regenerative future? Featuring Alisha Bhagat 30:32

2 years ago30:32

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In this special edition of the Futuring Podcast, Sol Salinas (Global Executive Vice President & Sustainability Lead - The Americas) from Capgemini and Alisha Bhagat, Forum for the Future’s Futures Lead and teacher of Futures Studies and Speculative Design at Parsons School of Design in New York reflect on the discourse around transformative change has shifted in recent decades and the mindset that we need to imagine what sort of change is needed moving forward. Tune in to hear Sol and Alisha explore the role of ‘futures’ thinking - why it is necessary and how to utilise it - whilst drawing on many examples and even making parallels with science fiction! What should the future look like, and what questions do businesses need to be asking? Explore more at www.thefuturescentre.org/liveresearch/beyondgreenhousegases/ About “Beyond greenhouse gases: Transforming project design through impact measurement” Co-produced by international sustainability non-profit, Forum for the Future and global information technology company, Capgemini, Beyond greenhouse gases: Transforming project design through impact measurement will explore how businesses can unlock more transformative project design and decision making, through the lens of greenhouse gas (GHG) reduction. Over the next four months, we will be publishing a series of insights and podcasts featuring industry leaders spanning sustainability, technology, and business. We will be exploring: the world of GHG accounting, climate change impacts, the importance of ‘futures’ thinking, and how we must adapt our approaches and the way we work. With thanks to our partner Beyond greenhouse gases was made possible thanks to the generous support from our partner, Capgemini All opinions expressed by their interviewees are their own and do not necessarily reflect the positions of Forum for the Future. Interview recorded on 8th November 2022. This audio features the song “Upbeat & Energetic Sport Motivational Pop" by Prigida available under ONE MUSIC STANDARD LICENSE as defined in the standard terms and conditions on Envato Market. Produced by: Siddhi Ashar and Bhairevi Aiyer…

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Why does your business exist? Discussing business, courage and humanity with Andrew Winston 35:22

2 years ago35:22

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In this special edition of the Futuring Podcast, Sol Salinas (Global Executive VP & Sustainability Lead – The Americas) from Capgemini and Andrew Winston (Co-Author, Net Positive: How Courageous Companies Thrive by Giving More than They Take ) reflect on the interconnected challenges and stakeholders that businesses impact and are influenced by, the role of impact measurement and beyond in enabling businesses to thrive and profit by transforming their model to regenerative, net positive models. Tune in to hear them explore what the role of business is in systems change. Is the world better because of your business? What if we contextualised the role of impact measurement within the growing number of Net Zero commitments seen? What is net positive? What transformation do we need and where do we start? Explore more at www.thefuturescentre.org/liveresearch/beyondgreenhousegases/ About Beyond greenhouse gases: Transforming project design through impact measurement Co-produced by international sustainability non-profit, Forum for the Future and global information technology company, Capgemini, Beyond greenhouse gases: Transforming project design through impact measurement will explore how businesses can unlock more transformative project design and decision-making, through the lens of greenhouse gas (GHG) reduction. Over the next four months, we will be publishing a series of insights and podcasts featuring industry leaders spanning sustainability, technology, and business. We will be exploring: the world of GHG accounting, climate change impacts, the importance of ‘futures’ thinking and how we must adapt our approaches and the way we work. With thanks to our partner Beyond greenhouse gases was made possible thanks to the generous support from our partner: Capgemini All opinions expressed by their interviewees are their own and do not necessarily reflect the positions of Forum for the Future. Interview was recorded on 14th October 2022. This audio features the song "Upbeat & Energetic Sport Motivational Pop" by Prigida available under ONE MUSIC STANDARD LICENSE as defined in the standard terms and conditions on Envato Market. Produced by: Siddhi Ashar and Bhairevi Aiyer…

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With a narrow window for innovation, will our food systems transform or unravel? Featuring Lesley Mitchell and Charlene Collison 33:59

3 years ago33:59

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In this special edition of the Futuring Podcast, Forum’s Associate Director for Sustainable Nutrition, Lesley Mitchell and Forum’s Associate Director for Sustainable Value Chains and Livelihoods, Charlene Collison, reflect on the world’s food production systems and examine the fragility of the supply chains behind them. Tune in to hear this provocative discussion as they explore how we’ve got here based on the last two decades, as well as what’s happening today - activities, innovations, and ideas with real potential to ignite deep transformation to a food system that’s fit for the future . What would it take to have truly ‘just’ and ‘regenerative’ principles at the heart of the supply chains that get our food from plant to plate, crop to cup, farm to fork? And vitally, can promising solutions be rapidly scaled to meet the biggest challenges of our time? Explore more at thefuturescentre.org/fos2021 About the Future of Sustainability: Looking Back to Go Forward Produced by international sustainability non-profit, Forum for the Future , the Future of Sustainability: Looking Back to Go Forward is a unique opinion and commentary series set to explore lessons learned from the last 25 years in the sustainability movement and what they mean for the future. Based on new and exclusive insights from diverse voices across the sustainability movement, we'll examine where we have succeeded and where we have failed in creating real change. We’ll consider how the world is responding to today's multifaceted challenges and opportunities, and what pivots might be needed if we’re to deliver at scale and pace. Lastly, we'll look forward - exploring how we can reframe the goals of the system, reset our ambition, and encourage the adoption of new mindsets and approaches critical to creating what’s really needed: a truly just and regenerative future. With thanks to our partners Looking Back to Go Forward was made possible thanks to the generous support from our partners : Laudes Foundation, GSK Consumer Healthcare, Target, M&S, Capgemini, Bupa, 3M, CTPA, Burberry, Olam Food Ingredients, and in particular our headline sponsor, SC Johnson All opinions expressed by their interviewees are their own and do not necessarily reflect the positions of Forum for the Future. Interview recorded on 17th January 2022. This audio features the song "Boulevard" by Yung Kartz available under a Creative Commons Attribution-Noncommercial license.…

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Global collaboration, ticking clocks and food as the great unlock with Dr Agnes Kalibata 51:16

3 years ago51:16

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In this special edition of the Futuring Podcast, Forum’s Director of Global Programmes, Caroline Ashley , is in conversation with Dr. Agnes Kalibata, Special Envoy of the UN Secretary-General for the 2021 Food Systems Summit. A scientist by training, a former Rwandan Minister of Agriculture, and now President of AGRA, the Alliance for a Green Revolution in Africa, Dr. Kalibata is a leading authority on food systems reform. Tune in to hear her reflect on the way debates around food, poverty and sustainability have evolved over the last 25 years, with shifting focus back and forth between feeding people and the ecological risks created by our industrial food system. Dr. Kalibata discusses food as central to addressing climate change, and fears that quick wins may be at the price of farmers’ livelihoods if sound transition plans are not in place. A strong believer in engaging all sectors involved in the food system, she calls for strong leadership and looks forward to a COP 27 which tackles the 30% of global emissions driven by the food sector. Explore more at thefuturescentre.org/fos2021 About the Future of Sustainability: Looking Back to Go Forward Produced by international sustainability non-profit, Forum for the Future , the Future of Sustainability: Looking Back to Go Forward is a unique opinion and commentary series set to explore lessons learned from the last 25 years in the sustainability movement and what they mean for the future. Based on new and exclusive insights from diverse voices across the sustainability movement, we'll examine where we have succeeded and where we have failed in creating real change. We’ll consider how the world is responding to today's multifaceted challenges and opportunities, and what pivots might be needed if we’re to deliver at scale and pace. Lastly, we'll look forward - exploring how we can reframe the goals of the system, reset our ambition, and encourage the adoption of new mindsets and approaches critical to creating what’s really needed: a truly just and regenerative future. With thanks to our partners Looking Back to Go Forward was made possible thanks to the generous support from our partners : Laudes Foundation, GSK Consumer Healthcare, Target, M&S, Capgemini, Bupa, 3M, CTPA, Burberry, Olam Food Ingredients, and in particular our headline sponsor, SC Johnson All opinions expressed by their interviewees are their own and do not necessarily reflect the positions of Forum for the Future. Interview recorded on 1st December 2021. This audio features the song "Boulevard" by Yung Kartz available under a Creative Commons Attribution-Noncommercial license.…

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Intensive globalisation, recalling the triple bottom line and changing capitalism with John Elkington 55:41

3 years ago55:41

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In this special edition of the Futuring Podcast, Forum’s Founder, environmental activist, and author, Jonathon Porritt , sits down with John Elkington , Founder and Chief Pollinator at Volans and one of the original founders of the sustainability movement in Europe. Tune in to hear John reflect on some of the shifts he has witnessed in the last 25 years, starting with the rise and more recent decline of globalisation, and the sense that the current incarnation of the capitalist system might be entering a period of ‘decomposition’. Bringing his historical perspective and in-depth knowledge of dynamic trends today, John outlines the ‘existential crisis’ for capitalism and how he sees elements of a ‘new order’ emerging. He looks back further to consider the influence of green consumerism and the concept of the ‘triple bottom line’ – both of which he gave birth to – and of the need to move beyond them into a new, ambitious form of business responsibility for resilience, regeneration and systemic change. Explore more at thefuturescentre.org/fos2021 About the Future of Sustainability: Looking Back to Go Forward Produced by international sustainability non-profit, Forum for the Future , the Future of Sustainability: Looking Back to Go Forward is a unique opinion and commentary series set to explore lessons learned from the last 25 years in the sustainability movement and what they mean for the future. Based on new and exclusive insights from diverse voices across the sustainability movement, we'll examine where we have succeeded and where we have failed in creating real change. We’ll consider how the world is responding to today's multifaceted challenges and opportunities, and what pivots might be needed if we’re to deliver at scale and pace. Lastly, we'll look forward - exploring how we can reframe the goals of the system, reset our ambition, and encourage the adoption of new mindsets and approaches critical to creating what’s really needed: a truly just and regenerative future. With thanks to our partners Looking Back to Go Forward was made possible thanks to the generous support from our partners : Laudes Foundation, GSK Consumer Healthcare, Target, M&S, Capgemini, Bupa, 3M, CTPA, Burberry, Olam Food Ingredients, and in particular our headline sponsor, SC Johnson All opinions expressed by their interviewees are their own and do not necessarily reflect the positions of Forum for the Future. Interview recorded on 15th October 2021. This audio features the song "Boulevard" by Yung Kartz available under a Creative Commons Attribution-Noncommercial license.…

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Differing worldviews, indigenous people and the front lines of climate action with Archana Soreng 23:35

3 years ago23:35

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In this special edition of the Futuring Podcast, Forum’s Director of Global Programmes, Caroline Ashley , is in conversation with Archana Soreng . As a young woman activist from an indigenous community, she is on the front line of the fight against climate change. Tune in to hear Archana reflect on the contrast between the indigenous world view she grew up with, which sees people as part of nature, dependent on it and with an obligation to protect it, and a developed world view of nature as a commodity, to be harvested at a profit. She emphasises the importance of bringing an indigenous perspective to climate policymaking and action, particularly youth activism. There is a lot of work still to be done, she concludes–and there is no time to waste but she takes some comfort from a growing recognition of the value of indigenous knowledge. Explore more at thefuturescentre.org/fos2021 About the Future of Sustainability: Looking Back to Go Forward Produced by international sustainability non-profit, Forum for the Future , the Future of Sustainability: Looking Back to Go Forward is a unique opinion and commentary series set to explore lessons learned from the last 25 years in the sustainability movement and what they mean for the future. Based on new and exclusive insights from diverse voices across the sustainability movement, we'll examine where we have succeeded and where we have failed in creating real change. We’ll consider how the world is responding to today's multifaceted challenges and opportunities, and what pivots might be needed if we’re to deliver at scale and pace. Lastly, we'll look forward - exploring how we can reframe the goals of the system, reset our ambition, and encourage the adoption of new mindsets and approaches critical to creating what’s really needed: a truly just and regenerative future. With thanks to our partners Looking Back to Go Forward was made possible thanks to the generous support from our partners : Laudes Foundation, GSK Consumer Healthcare, Target, M&S, Capgemini, Bupa, 3M, CTPA, Burberry, Olam Food Ingredients, and in particular our headline sponsor, SC Johnson All opinions expressed by their interviewees are their own and do not necessarily reflect the positions of Forum for the Future. Interview recorded on 12th November 2021. This audio features the song "Boulevard" by Yung Kartz available under a Creative Commons Attribution-Noncommercial license.…

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Irreversible tipping points, winning narratives and whether transformation will be too late with Johan Rockstrom 53:15

3 years ago53:15

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In this special edition of the Futuring Podcast, Forum’s Founder, environmental activist and author, Jonathon Porritt , sits down with Johan Rockstrom , Director of the Potsdam Institute for Climate Impact Research, and former Director of the Stockholm Environment Institute and Stockholm Resilience Centre. As one of the world’s leading climatologists, Johan Rockström has witnessed the evolution of climate science over the last three decades. Tune in to hear Johan share how over the period of 25 years, the evidence for anthropogenic climate change has moved from hypothesis to hard-edged, observable fact. He reflects on the stark reality of the irreversibility of some climate impacts, such as sea-level rise, and warns that we now have a very narrow window for action to secure a ‘safe operating space’ for humanity. Explore more at thefuturescentre.org/fos2021 About the Future of Sustainability: Looking Back to Go Forward Produced by international sustainability non-profit, Forum for the Future , the Future of Sustainability: Looking Back to Go Forward is a unique opinion and commentary series set to explore lessons learned from the last 25 years in the sustainability movement and what they mean for the future. Based on new and exclusive insights from diverse voices across the sustainability movement, we'll examine where we have succeeded and where we have failed in creating real change. We’ll consider how the world is responding to today's multifaceted challenges and opportunities, and what pivots might be needed if we’re to deliver at scale and pace. Lastly, we'll look forward - exploring how we can reframe the goals of the system, reset our ambition, and encourage the adoption of new mindsets and approaches critical to creating what’s really needed: a truly just and regenerative future. With thanks to our partners Looking Back to Go Forward was made possible thanks to the generous support from our partners : Laudes Foundation, GSK Consumer Healthcare, Target, M&S, Capgemini, Bupa, 3M, CTPA, Burberry, Olam Food Ingredients, and in particular our headline sponsor, SC Johnson All opinions expressed by their interviewees are their own and do not necessarily reflect the positions of Forum for the Future. Interview recorded on 7th October 2021. This audio features the song "Boulevard" by Yung Kartz available under a Creative Commons Attribution-Noncommercial license.…

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Changing role of business and governments, and the powerhouse that is youth with Jonathon Porritt 42:10

3 years ago42:10

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What have been the most significant shifts for the sustainability movement in the last 25 years? Where have we succeeded and failed? What lessons have we learned along the way? How can we transform ‘business as usual’? And what surprises might be lurking around the corner? In this special edition of the Futuring Podcast, Ivana Gazibara , the former Director of the Futures Centre, talks to Jonathon Porritt , environmentalist, author, campaigner, and founder of international sustainability nonprofit Forum for the Future, to understand what has changed since Forum was founded 25 years ago, and what this means for the future. Tune in to hear this provocative interview to explore some of the key underlying tenets of the sustainability movement - including the belief that voluntary action by progressive corporations would save the world - may have done more harm than good. Jonathan also shares his unique take on what critical shifts in mindset and approach are needed moving forward. Explore more at thefuturescentre.org/fos2021 About the Future of Sustainability: Looking Back to Go Forward Produced by international sustainability non-profit, Forum for the Future , the Future of Sustainability: Looking Back to Go Forward is a unique opinion and commentary series set to explore lessons learned from the last 25 years in the sustainability movement and what they mean for the future. Based on new and exclusive insights from diverse voices across the sustainability movement, we'll examine where we have succeeded and where we have failed in creating real change. We’ll consider how the world is responding to today's multifaceted challenges and opportunities, and what pivots might be needed if we’re to deliver at scale and pace. Lastly, we'll look forward - exploring how we can reframe the goals of the system, reset our ambition, and encourage the adoption of new mindsets and approaches critical to creating what’s really needed: a truly just and regenerative future. With thanks to our partners Looking Back to Go Forward was made possible thanks to the generous support from our partners : Laudes Foundation, GSK Consumer Healthcare, Target, M&S, Capgemini, Bupa, 3M, CTPA, Burberry, Olam Food Ingredients, and in particular our headline sponsor, SC Johnson All opinions expressed by their interviewees are their own and do not necessarily reflect the positions of Forum for the Future. This audio features the song "Boulevard" by Yung Kartz available under a Creative Commons Attribution-Noncommercial license.…

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Beyond measuring the impact of philanthropic funding with Cressida Pollock 37:13

4 years ago37:13

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Can we reimagine philanthropy as if it takes on transformational climate challenges in a more systemic grant process? In the fifth episode of the Futuring Podcast, Ivana Gazibara, Director of the Futures Centre , talks to Cressida Pollock, the Co-Director of Quadrature Climate Foundation , former Chief Executive of English National Opera and founding member of Somerset Capital Management. Tune in to hear Cressida's fresh perspective on restructuring traditional philanthropic practices for more holistic investments, how climate change is informing this transformation, why tracking positive impacts will lead to more sincere transition pathways and how going beyond the old nonprofit archetype leads to sustained relationships with grantees, in turn, creating deeper impact. Subscribe to the podcast and visit The Futures Centre https://www.thefuturescentre.org for more insights. This audio features the song "Boulevard" by Yung Kartz available under a Creative Commons Attribution-Noncommercial license.…

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Developing, prototyping, and mainstreaming systemic investing with Dominic Hofstetter 29:32

4 years ago29:32