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Filmed live at Climate Week NYC 2026, our second annual ESG Decoded x Climate Week NYC video series features candid conversations with chief sustainability officers (CSOs) driving change. See how business strategy, climate innovation, and collaboration come together to create impact—and discover real-world insights you can put into action within your own sphere of influence.   Stay tuned for more episodes from the series. For now, let’s decode ESG together! - Some of the most useful perspectives in sustainability come from people who have sat on many different sides of the table. In our first episode of the 2nd annual ESG Decoded x Climate Week NYC video series, host Emma Cox sits down with Stewart Lindsay, SVP & Chief Sustainability Officer at The Campbell's Company. Stewart shares how a love of history, a childhood in Florida, and a career that began in communications led him to sustainability, and why he believes nature deserves a bigger place in how we value food and farming. Their conversation unpacks what it takes to drive change inside a 150-year-old company, how Campbell's ties sustainability goals to its enterprise scorecard, and how its regenerative agriculture work is guided by the farmers.  Learn why collaboration between companies, NGOs, and farmers is essential to advancing this work, how consumer awareness of where food comes from is growing, and why Stewart believes sustainability leaders need to be "persistent optimists" during a year of shifting priorities.  Don't miss an episode—subscribe to ESG Decoded on your favorite podcast platform and follow us on social for the latest updates! Episode Resources The Campbell’s Company Impact: https://www.thecampbellscompany.com/our-impact/reports-and-policies/  Campbell’s Grower Grants: Regenerative agriculture in action: https://www.thecampbellscompany.com/newsroom/sustainability/campbells-grower-grants-regenerative-agriculture-in-action/  Connect with Stewart Lindsay: https://www.linkedin.com/in/stewartlindsay/  Connect with Emma Cox: https://www.linkedin.com/in/emmagillespiecox/    - About ESG Decoded ESG Decoded, powered by ClimeCo, is a podcast for business leaders navigating sustainability, innovation, and the evolving expectations shaping organizations today. Hosted by Emma Cox, Erika Schiller, and Anna Stablum, the show features candid conversations with sustainability leaders and subject-matter experts across industries. Each episode cuts through the noise to explore the ideas, challenges, and actions moving sustainability forward—giving listeners practical insights to turn ambition into meaningful impact. ESG Decoded Resource Links  Site: https://www.climeco.com/podcast-series/ Apple Podcasts: https://go.climeco.com/ApplePodcasts Spotify: https://go.climeco.com/Spotify YouTube Music: https://go.climeco.com/YouTube-Music LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/esg-decoded/ IG: https://www.instagram.com/esgdecoded/ *This episode was produced by Singing Land Studio  About ClimeCo ClimeCo is an award-winning leader in decarbonization, empowering global organizations with customized sustainability pathways. Our respected scientists and industry experts collaborate with companies, governments, and capital markets to develop tailored ESG and decarbonization solutions. Recognized for creating high-quality, impactful projects, ClimeCo is committed to helping clients achieve their goals, maximize environmental assets, and enhance their brand. ClimeCo Resource Links Site: https://climeco.com/  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/climeco/ IG: https://www.instagram.com/climeco/

In this special live episode of ESG Decoded, recorded before an audience at The Nest Campus during Climate Week NYC 2026, host Emma Cox speaks with two leaders shaping how globally recognized brands communicate sustainability.  Assile Beydoun, Global Sustainability Director for Communications, Partnerships, and Advocacy at Procter & Gamble, brings more than 16 years of experience working across P&G brands, regions, and functions. Her work connects P&G with NGOs, innovation partners, and industry groups—bringing external perspectives into the business while sharing lessons beyond it. Chris Gaither, Head of Sustainability Engagement and Storytelling at General Motors, has spent more than two decades leading global programs and advising senior executives at organizations including Apple, Google, and the Los Angeles Times. He also brings experience as a leadership and communications coach. As companies face rising scrutiny of climate commitments, ESG claims, and sustainability marketing, the question is not simply whether to speak up or stay quiet. It is how to communicate with evidence, relevance, and accountability.  Emma, Assile, and Chris discuss: How to lead sustainability communications with proof How to adapt one sustainability narrative for employees, customers, investors, policymakers, and other audiences Why transparency about delayed targets and imperfect progress can build trust When the strongest sustainability story is not framed as a sustainability story at all The sustainability communications phrases that signal credibility, and the ones that should raise red flags Listen for practical guidance on communicating sustainability efforts without greenwashing, earning stakeholder trust, and turning complex progress into stories people can understand and act on. Don't miss an episode: subscribe to ESG Decoded on your favorite podcast platform and follow us on social for the latest updates! Episode Resources The Rockefeller Foundation: Climate Support Strong Across Leading Democracies, But Words Matter: https://www.rockefellerfoundation.org/news/new-potential-energy-study-commissioned-by-rockefeller-foundation-climate-support-strong-across-democracies-but-words-matter/  Anthesis Group’s Report - Hugging the Bear: https://www.anthesisgroup.com/insights/hugging-the-bear/  P&G Accelerates Action on Climate Change Toward Net Zero GHG Emissions by 2040: https://us.pg.com/blogs/net-zero-by-2040/  P&G 2026 TCFD Report: https://s204.q4cdn.com/332108499/files/doc_downloads/2026/09/02/PG_TCFD_Report_2026_R2.pdf General Motor’s Sustainability: https://www.gm.com/impact/sustainability    - About ESG Decoded ESG Decoded, powered by ClimeCo, is a podcast for business leaders navigating sustainability, innovation, and the evolving expectations shaping organizations today. Hosted by Emma Cox, Erika Schiller, and Anna Stablum, the show features candid conversations with sustainability leaders and subject-matter experts across industries. Each episode cuts through the noise to explore the ideas, challenges, and actions moving sustainability forward—giving listeners practical insights to turn ambition into meaningful impact. ESG Decoded Resource Links  Site:  https://www.climeco.com/podcast-series/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/esg-decoded/ IG: https://www.instagram.com/esgdecoded/ *This episode was produced by Singing Land Studio  About ClimeCo ClimeCo is an award-winning leader in decarbonization, empowering global organizations with customized sustainability pathways. Our respected scientists and industry experts collaborate with companies, governments, and capital markets to develop tailored ESG and decarbonization solutions. Recognized for creating high-quality, impactful projects, ClimeCo is committed to helping clients achieve their goals, maximize environmental assets, and enhance their brand.

That small green leaf next to certain Amazon products may be doing more work than shoppers realize.  Emma Cox is joined by Dr. Sherry He, Assistant Professor of Marketing at Michigan State University, to unpack her research on Amazon’s Climate Pledge Friendly program. Her findings show that sustainability labels were associated with a 13–14% average increase in product demand—but the reason may not be what brands, retailers, or consumers expect.  The lift did not come from Amazon’s search algorithm or from shoppers actively filtering for more sustainable products. Instead, Dr. He explains what may be happening at the point of purchase, when a credible sustainability signal appears alongside a product. In this episode, learn: Which sustainability labels showed no measurable demand lift—including one of Amazon’s own. The two product characteristics associated with a stronger consumer response. Why credible third-party certification could become even more important as AI increasingly shapes product discovery and purchasing decisions. What brands, sellers, retailers, and certification organizations can take from the findings. If you buy, make, sell, market, or certify products, this episode offers a practical look at when sustainability claims can influence demand—and when they may not. Don't miss an episode—subscribe to ESG Decoded on your favorite podcast platform and follow us on social for the latest updates! Episode Resources Harvard Business Review - Research: Products Labeled as Sustainable Sell Better: https://hbr.org/2025/06/research-products-labeled-as-sustainable-sell-better  Do Judge a Product by Its Sustainability Label: Evidence from the Amazon Marketplace: https://papers.ssrn.com/sol3/papers.cfm?abstract_id=5009666#  Amazon Climate Pledge Friendly:  https://www.aboutamazon.com/planet/climate-pledge  Stand Out on Amazon as ClimeCo Certified™ Product: https://www.climeco.com/stand-out-on-amazon-as-a-climeco-certified-product/  Disclaimer: This episode was recorded in May 2026. It references the Harvard Business Review article, “Research: Products Labeled as Sustainable Sell Better,” published in June 2025, and the paper “Do Judge a Product by Its Sustainability Label: Evidence from the Amazon Marketplace,” originally published in November 2024. Please note that findings, market conditions, and related developments may have changed since those publication dates.  - About ESG Decoded ESG Decoded, powered by ClimeCo, is a podcast for business leaders navigating sustainability, innovation, and the evolving expectations shaping organizations today. Hosted by Emma Cox, Erika Schiller, and Anna Stablum, the show features candid conversations with sustainability leaders and subject-matter experts across industries. Each episode cuts through the noise to explore the ideas, challenges, and actions moving sustainability forward—giving listeners practical insights to turn ambition into meaningful impact. ESG Decoded Resource Links  Site:  https://www.climeco.com/podcast-series/ Apple Podcasts: https://go.climeco.com/ApplePodcasts Spotify: https://go.climeco.com/Spotify YouTube Music: https://go.climeco.com/YouTube-Music LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/esg-decoded/ IG: https://www.instagram.com/esgdecoded/ *This episode was produced by Singing Land Studio  About ClimeCoClimeCo is an award-winning leader in decarbonization, empowering global organizations with customized sustainability pathways. Our respected scientists and industry experts collaborate with companies, governments, and capital markets to develop tailored ESG and decarbonization solutions. Recognized for creating high-quality, impactful projects, ClimeCo is committed to helping clients achieve their goals, maximize environmental assets, and enhance their brand. ClimeCo Resource Links Site: https://climeco.com/  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/climeco/ IG: https://www.instagram.com/climeco/

Ahead of Climate Week NYC and the UN General Assembly, we look at how the world's largest multilateral climate fund is deploying capital in a moment when government commitment to climate finance is wavering. Host Anna Stablum is joined by Amer Baig, Chief Investment Officer of the Green Climate Fund —  a key financing mechanism under the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change. Over ten years, the fund has invested just over $20 billion across 135 developing countries, and Amer explains how this money unlocks private capital and opens doors to various financing mechanisms. He walks through how the fund uses flexible, patient capital to stretch that $20 billion into roughly $80 billion in total project value.  Anna and Amer also get into the distance between what institutions say publicly and what they're doing privately, why "climate" may be the most misleading shorthand in the sector, and what perceived versus real risk means for capital flowing into developing markets. Don't miss an episode—subscribe to ESG Decoded on your favorite podcast platform and follow us on social for the latest updates! Episode Resources Green Climate Fund: https://www.greenclimate.fund/  GCF project database: https://www.greenclimate.fund/projects GAIA blended finance platform: https://www.findevcanada.ca/en/what-we-do/our-portfolio/gaia UN Framework Convention on Climate Change: https://unfccc.int/ New York Climate Week: https://www.climateweeknyc.org/ - About ESG Decoded ESG Decoded, powered by ClimeCo, is a podcast for business leaders navigating sustainability, innovation, and the evolving expectations shaping organizations today. Hosted by Emma Cox, Erika Schiller, and Anna Stablum, the show features candid conversations with sustainability leaders and subject-matter experts across industries. Each episode cuts through the noise to explore the ideas, challenges, and actions moving sustainability forward—giving listeners practical insights to turn ambition into meaningful impact. ESG Decoded Resource Links  Site:  https://www.climeco.com/podcast-series/ Apple Podcasts: https://go.climeco.com/ApplePodcasts Spotify: https://go.climeco.com/Spotify YouTube Music: https://go.climeco.com/YouTube-Music LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/esg-decoded/ IG: https://www.instagram.com/esgdecoded/*This episode was produced by Singing Land Studio  About ClimeCo ClimeCo is an award-winning leader in decarbonization, empowering global organizations with customized sustainability pathways. Our respected scientists and industry experts collaborate with companies, governments, and capital markets to develop tailored ESG and decarbonization solutions. Recognized for creating high-quality, impactful projects, ClimeCo is committed to helping clients achieve their goals, maximize environmental assets, and enhance their brand. ClimeCo Resource Links Site: https://climeco.com/  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/climeco/ IG: https://www.instagram.com/climeco/

What if sustainability isn't a job title, but a skill set you already have?  Emma Cox speaks with Kelsey Kates, founder of Playfully Works,about what it means to care deeply about the planet while working in a role not traditionally tied to sustainability.  At the time of this recording, Kelsey led learning and development at Google. While sustainability was never part of her formal job description, she became a keynote speaker on the company's sustainability efforts by volunteering her time, sharing her expertise, and consistently showing up.  Bringing a learning-science lens to a question many of us have asked—how much can one person actually do? Kelsey explores how individual conviction can become meaningful to organizational impact.  In this conversation, she shares insights on:  Finding your own entry point into climate work through the expertise, influence, and passions you already have. How small operational shifts, implemented at scale, can quietly change behaviors and norms. Why explaining the why behind a change can matter just as much as the change itself. Whether sustainability is best understood as a competitive advantage—or a competitive imperative. Disclaimer: Since this conversation, Kelsey has concluded her decade-long tenure at Google and launched her own company, Playfully Works. It’s founding idea is one she shares in this episode, you don't have to be serious to do serious work. Episode Resources Google Sustainability: https://sustainability.google/ Google’s 2026 Environmental Report: https://sustainability.google/google-2026-environmental-report/ Climate Action Venn Diagram by Dr. Ayana Elizabeth Johnson: https://www.ayanaelizabeth.com/climatevenn  Playfully Works: https://kelseykates.com/  - About ESG Decoded ESG Decoded is a podcast powered by ClimeCo to share updates related to business innovation and sustainability in a clear and actionable manner. Join Emma Cox, Erika Schiller, and Anna Stablum for thoughtful, nuanced conversations with industry leaders and subject matter experts that explore the complexities about the risks and opportunities connected to (E)nvironmental, (S)ocial and (G)overnance. We like to say that “ESG is everything that’s not on your balance sheet.” This leaves room for misunderstanding and oversimplification – two things that we’ll bust on this podcast. ESG Decoded Resource Links  Site:  https://www.climeco.com/podcast-series/ Apple Podcasts: https://go.climeco.com/ApplePodcasts Spotify: https://go.climeco.com/Spotify YouTube Music: https://go.climeco.com/YouTube-Music LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/esg-decoded/ IG: https://www.instagram.com/esgdecoded/ *This episode was produced by Singing Land Studio  About ClimeCo ClimeCo is an award-winning leader in decarbonization, empowering global organizations with customized sustainability pathways. Our respected scientists and industry experts collaborate with companies, governments, and capital markets to develop tailored ESG and decarbonization solutions. Recognized for creating high-quality, impactful projects, ClimeCo is committed to helping clients achieve their goals, maximize environmental assets, and enhance their brand. ClimeCo Resource Links Site: https://climeco.com/  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/climeco/ IG: https://www.instagram.com/climeco/

Coastal Louisiana is losing a football field of land every hour. Restore the Earth Foundation (REF) is betting a million acres of restored forest can turn that around — and they're nearly halfway there.  In this episode, host Erika Schiller is joined by Taylor Marshall, REF's Executive Director and a project manager for Ecometrics – a platform that quantifies the environmental, social, and economic impact of restoration projects. Together they talk about how native bald cypress reforestation delivers far more than carbon, from flood protection and cleaner water to the return of cultural practices that faded when the forests did.  The conversation traces Restore the Earth's path from small post-Katrina tracts to full landscape-scale restoration, and the collaboration model that made that growth possible across federal agencies, state partners, local parishes, and corporate funders. Marshall shares what two decades of hard-won lessons have taught her about designing projects that endure, and the valuation work that finally gave funders a business case they could act on.  Don’t miss an episode—subscribe to ESG Decoded on your favorite podcast platform and follow us on social for the latest updates! Episode Resources Restore the Earth Foundation - https://restoretheearth.org/ Climate-driven depopulation and adaptation realities in America's coastal ground zero (Nature Sustainability) - https://www.nature.com/articles/s41893-026-01820-z EcoMetrics: Measuring and Valuing the Impact of Nature-Based Solutions - https://www.ecos.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/EcoMetrics_WhitePaper_Jan2026.pdf Restore the Earth Foundation Awarded Louisiana's First Water Quality Credits - https://restoretheearth.org/2025/05/06/restore-the-earth-foundation-awarded-louisianas-first-water-quality-credits/ Louisiana's Coastal Master Plan - https://coastal.la.gov/our-plan/ - About ESG Decoded ESG Decoded is a podcast powered by ClimeCo to share updates related to business innovation and sustainability in a clear and actionable manner. Join Emma Cox, Erika Schiller, and Anna Stablum for thoughtful, nuanced conversations with industry leaders and subject matter experts that explore the complexities about the risks and opportunities connected to (E)nvironmental, (S)ocial and (G)overnance. We like to say that “ESG is everything that’s not on your balance sheet.” This leaves room for misunderstanding and oversimplification – two things that we’ll bust on this podcast. ESG Decoded Resource Links  Site:  https://www.climeco.com/podcast-series/ Apple Podcasts: https://go.climeco.com/ApplePodcasts Spotify: https://go.climeco.com/Spotify YouTube Music: https://go.climeco.com/YouTube-Music LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/esg-decoded/ IG: https://www.instagram.com/esgdecoded/ *This episode was produced by Singing Land Studio  About ClimeCoClimeCo is an award-winning leader in decarbonization, empowering global organizations with customized sustainability pathways. Our respected scientists and industry experts collaborate with companies, governments, and capital markets to develop tailored ESG and decarbonization solutions. Recognized for creating high-quality, impactful projects, ClimeCo is committed to helping clients achieve their goals, maximize environmental assets, and enhance their brand. ClimeCo Resource Links Site: https://climeco.com/  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/climeco/ IG: https://www.instagram.com/climeco/

In our new exclusive – ESG Decoded x Superpollutant Sessions, we’re shifting the climate conversation toward something that doesn’t get nearly enough attention, but has the potential to drive some of the fastest, most meaningful climate impact available right now: superpollutants. You’ve likely heard a lot about carbon dioxide, and for good reason. But gases like methane, nitrous oxide, and refrigerants are significantly more potent (hence the name superpollutants), and yet they remain underrepresented in mainstream climate discussions, business strategies, and public awareness. So, the question is: why? And more importantly: what can we do about it? In this multi-voice video episode, we’re bringing together a range of perspectives—from scientists and climate experts to industry leaders, corporate decision-makers, and policy experts, to connect the dots and challenge how we think. You’ll hear a series of focused conversations, each offering a different lens on the same challenge: how do we accelerate practical, scalable solutions that already exist, and what it will take to move from conversation to action. Meet the experts driving this conversation with our lovely host, Erika Schiller:  Segment 1: Dr. Gabrielle Dreyfus (Institute for Governance & Sustainable Development) & Dr. Ilissa Ocko (Spark Climate Solutions) Segment 2: Derek Six & Alison Tyndall (ClimeCo) Segment 3: Michelle Jolly (Amazon) Segment 4: Kristen Gorguinpour (Climate Action Reserve) Don’t miss an episode—subscribe to ESG Decoded on your favorite podcast platform and follow us on social for the latest updates! Episode Resources UN Secretary-General's Call to Action on Methane - https://www.un.org/en/climatechange/methane  IPCC Seventh Assessment Report (AR7) - https://www.ipcc.ch/assessment-report/ar7/  Montreal Protocol & Kigali Amendment - https://ozone.unep.org/treaties/montreal-protocol  Climate Action Reserve - https://climateactionreserve.org/  ICVCM Core Carbon Principles - https://icvcm.org/  - About ESG Decoded ESG Decoded is a podcast powered by ClimeCo to share updates related to business innovation and sustainability in a clear and actionable manner. Join Emma Cox, Erika Schiller, and Anna Stablum for thoughtful, nuanced conversations with industry leaders and subject matter experts that explore the complexities about the risks and opportunities connected to (E)nvironmental, (S)ocial and (G)overnance. We like to say that “ESG is everything that’s not on your balance sheet.” This leaves room for misunderstanding and oversimplification – two things that we’ll bust on this podcast. ESG Decoded Resource Links  Site:  https://www.climeco.com/podcast-series/ Apple Podcasts: https://go.climeco.com/ApplePodcasts Spotify: https://go.climeco.com/Spotify YouTube Music: https://go.climeco.com/YouTube-Music LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/esg-decoded/ IG: https://www.instagram.com/esgdecoded/ *This episode was produced by Singing Land Studio  About ClimeCoClimeCo is an award-winning leader in decarbonization, empowering global organizations with customized sustainability pathways. Our respected scientists and industry experts collaborate with companies, governments, and capital markets to develop tailored ESG and decarbonization solutions. Recognized for creating high-quality, impactful projects, ClimeCo is committed to helping clients achieve their goals, maximize environmental assets, and enhance their brand. ClimeCo Resource Links Site: https://climeco.com/  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/climeco/ IG: https://www.instagram.com/climeco/

The future (and current state) of ESG has been debated from every angle, but what is actually happening inside companies? In this episode, Emma Cox is joined by Andrew Jones, Principal Researcher at The Conference Board, to discuss new research on how organizations are responding to today's evolving ESG landscape. Together, they separate headlines from reality, examining how businesses are adapting their strategies, navigating shifting political and regulatory pressures, and integrating sustainability more deeply into core business decisions. The conversation highlights why many companies are rethinking how they communicate about ESG, what this means for climate commitments and long-term resilience, and how business leaders can stay focused on creating measurable value amid ongoing uncertainty. Disclaimer: This episode was recorded in August 2025. Some data and trends discussed may have evolved since the time of recording.  Thank you to our sponsor, Amazon Sustainability, for supporting this episode.  Amazon is known for speed and scale. That same approach drives their sustainability efforts. Guided by data and science, and powered by invention, Amazon works backward from ambitious targets to drive measurable progress. Every package delivered, every data center powered, every product designed is an opportunity to make tomorrow better. Learn more about Amazon Sustainability Amazon’s Energy spotlight: https://sustainability.aboutamazon.com/stories/spotlight-on-energyAmazon’s Homepage: https://sustainability.aboutamazon.com/Episode Resources Did US Companies Pull Back from Sustainability Reporting in 2025? - https://www.conference-board.org/publications/did-US-companies-pull-back-from-sustainability-reporting-in-2025  Emission Impossible: Corporate Climate Goals Moving from Adoption to Execution - https://www.conference-board.org/publications/Emission-impossible-corporate-climate-goals-moving-from-adoption-to-execution - About ESG Decoded ESG Decoded is a podcast powered by ClimeCo to share updates related to business innovation and sustainability in a clear and actionable manner. Join Emma Cox, Erika Schiller, and Anna Stablum for thoughtful, nuanced conversations with industry leaders and subject matter experts that explore the complexities about the risks and opportunities connected to (E)nvironmental, (S)ocial and (G)overnance. We like to say that “ESG is everything that’s not on your balance sheet.” This leaves room for misunderstanding and oversimplification – two things that we’ll bust on this podcast. ESG Decoded Resource Links  Site:  https://www.climeco.com/podcast-series/ Apple Podcasts: https://go.climeco.com/ApplePodcasts Spotify: https://go.climeco.com/Spotify YouTube Music: https://go.climeco.com/YouTube-Music LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/esg-decoded/ IG: https://www.instagram.com/esgdecoded/ *This episode was produced by Singing Land Studio  - Sponsored Episode Disclaimer: This episode of ESG Decoded is sponsored by Amazon. The views and opinions expressed are those of the host and guest(s) and do not necessarily reflect the views of ESG Decoded, ClimeCo LLC, the Sponsor, or the guest’s organization. Sponsorship provides financial support only and does not give the Sponsor any right to direct, review, or approve the editorial content of this episode, including topics discussed, questions asked, or opinions expressed by the host or guest(s).  Views Expressed Disclaimer: The views and opinions expressed in this episode are solely those of the host and guest(s) and do not necessarily reflect the views, policies, or positions of ESG Decoded, ClimeCo LLC, any Sponsor, or any organization with which a guest is affiliated. Participation by a guest or Sponsor does not constitute an endorsement of any product, service, or organization. This conversation is provided for informational purposes only and should not be construed as advice.

Tourism has the power to educate, connect people, and support local communities—but it also carries environmental responsibilities. In this episode, Erika Schiller is joined by Meghan Flynn, Associate Vice President of Program Strategy, and Bryn Geddes, Sustainability Manager at Road Scholar, to discuss how Road Scholar is making educational travel more sustainable. They share lessons learned from measuring Scope 3 emissions, collaborating with suppliers, reducing plastic and food waste, and building sustainability into hundreds of travel itineraries across the globe. The conversation also highlights why progress matters more than perfection, demonstrating how practical actions, thoughtful partnerships, and continuous improvement can help shape a more sustainable future for tourism. Thank you to our sponsor, Amazon Sustainability, for supporting this episode.  Amazon is known for speed and scale. That same approach drives their sustainability efforts. Guided by data and science, and powered by invention, Amazon works backward from ambitious targets to drive measurable progress. Every package delivered, every data center powered, every product designed is an opportunity to make tomorrow better. Learn more about Amazon Sustainability Amazon’s Energy spotlight: https://sustainability.aboutamazon.com/stories/spotlight-on-energy Amazon’s Water spotlight: https://sustainability.aboutamazon.com/stories/spotlight-on-water Amazon’s Homepage: https://sustainability.aboutamazon.com/ Episode Resources Road Scholar: https://www.roadscholar.org/  Sustainability Travel: https://www.roadscholar.org/why-go-with-us/sustainability/ - About ESG Decoded ESG Decoded is a podcast powered by ClimeCo to share updates related to business innovation and sustainability in a clear and actionable manner. Join Emma Cox, Erika Schiller, and Anna Stablum for thoughtful, nuanced conversations with industry leaders and subject matter experts that explore the complexities about the risks and opportunities connected to (E)nvironmental, (S)ocial and (G)overnance. We like to say that “ESG is everything that’s not on your balance sheet.” This leaves room for misunderstanding and oversimplification – two things that we’ll bust on this podcast. ESG Decoded Resource Links  Site:  https://www.climeco.com/podcast-series/ Apple Podcasts: https://go.climeco.com/ApplePodcasts Spotify: https://go.climeco.com/Spotify YouTube Music: https://go.climeco.com/YouTube-Music LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/esg-decoded/ IG: https://www.instagram.com/esgdecoded/ *This episode was produced by Singing Land Studio  ClimeCo Resource Links Site: https://climeco.com/  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/climeco/ IG: https://www.instagram.com/climeco/ - Sponsored Episode Disclaimer: This episode of ESG Decoded is sponsored by Amazon. The views and opinions expressed are those of the host and guest(s) and do not necessarily reflect the views of ESG Decoded, ClimeCo LLC, the Sponsor, or the guest’s organization. Sponsorship provides financial support only and does not give the Sponsor any right to direct, review, or approve the editorial content of this episode, including topics discussed, questions asked, or opinions expressed by the host or guest(s).  Views Expressed Disclaimer: The views and opinions expressed in this episode are solely those of the host and guest(s) and do not necessarily reflect the views, policies, or positions of ESG Decoded, ClimeCo LLC, any Sponsor, or any organization with which a guest is affiliated. Participation by a guest or Sponsor does not constitute an endorsement of any product, service, or organization. This conversation is provided for informational purposes only and should not be construed as advice.

Join us for a special ESG Decoded x San Francisco Climate Week video series, where some of the brightest minds in sustainability come together to shape what’s next. From bold ideas to candid conversations, each episode highlights the leaders turning ambition into action. You’ll hear real-world insights, fresh perspectives, and practical takeaways you can apply in your own sphere. Be part of the movement driving meaningful change. Stay tuned for more from the series—and for now, let’s decode ESG together. - Creating sustainable business solutions doesn't have to come at the expense of convenience, cost, or customer experience.  Host Erika Schiller and Sueli Shaw, Global Sustainability & Community Impact Lead at DoorDash, discuss how the company integrates sustainability into its core business strategy rather than treating it as a separate initiative. Listen as they discuss why sustainability doesn't require customer sacrifice, how DoorDash is rethinking packaging and delivery models, and what it takes to drive behavior change at scale. Sueli also shares lessons from testing bold new ideas and building solutions that create value for customers, merchants, and communities alike. Thank you to our sponsor, Amazon Sustainability, for supporting this episode.  Amazon is known for speed and scale. That same approach drives their sustainability efforts. Guided by data and science, and powered by invention, Amazon works backward from ambitious targets to drive measurable progress. Every package delivered, every data center powered, every product designed is an opportunity to make tomorrow better. Learn more about Amazon Sustainability Amazon’s Energy spotlight: https://sustainability.aboutamazon.com/stories/spotlight-on-energy Amazon’s Water spotlight: https://sustainability.aboutamazon.com/stories/spotlight-on-water Amazon’s Homepage: https://sustainability.aboutamazon.com/ Episode Resources DoorDash Sustainability: https://about.doordash.com/en-us/impact/sustainability  DashLoop by DoorDash Order: https://about.doordash.com/es-us/impact/sustainability/dashloop  2026 Two Wheel Report: https://about.doordash.com/en-us/news/2026-two-wheel-report  Connect with Sueli Shaw: https://www.linkedin.com/in/suelishaw/ Connect with Erika Schiller: https://www.linkedin.com/in/erika-schiller-2773a52/ - About ESG Decoded ESG Decoded is a podcast powered by ClimeCo to share updates related to business innovation and sustainability in a clear and actionable manner. Join Emma Cox, Erika Schiller, and Anna Stablum for thoughtful, nuanced conversations with industry leaders and subject matter experts that explore the complexities about the risks and opportunities connected to (E)nvironmental, (S)ocial and (G)overnance. ESG Decoded Resource Links  Site:  https://www.climeco.com/podcast-series/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/esg-decoded/ IG: https://www.instagram.com/esgdecoded/ *This episode was produced by Singing Land Studio  - Sponsored Episode Disclaimer: This episode of ESG Decoded is sponsored by Amazon. The views and opinions expressed are those of the host and guest(s) and do not necessarily reflect the views of ESG Decoded, ClimeCo LLC, the Sponsor, or the guest’s organization. Sponsorship provides financial support only and does not give the Sponsor any right to direct, review, or approve the editorial content of this episode, including topics discussed, questions asked, or opinions expressed by the host or guest(s).  Views Expressed Disclaimer: The views and opinions expressed in this episode are solely those of the host and guest(s) and do not necessarily reflect the views, policies, or positions of ESG Decoded, ClimeCo LLC, any Sponsor, or any organization with which a guest is affiliated. Participation by a guest or Sponsor does not constitute an endorsement of any product, service, or organization. This conversation is provided for informational purposes only and should not be construed as advice.

Could the climate crisis first emerge as an insurance crisis? As climate-related risks intensify, questions are growing around the future affordability and availability of insurance for individuals, businesses, and communities. In this episode, Anna Stablum speaks with Liza Jansen, Head of Responsible Investment at Prudential, about the growing role of finance in supporting the transition to a more sustainable economy. Together, they discuss the opportunities and challenges of directing capital toward climate solutions, particularly in emerging markets where investment need is greatest. Their conversation also examines what these risks could mean for businesses, investors, and communities in the years ahead. Thank you to our sponsor, Amazon Sustainability, for supporting this episode.  Amazon is known for speed and scale. That same approach drives their sustainability efforts. Guided by data and science, and powered by invention, Amazon works backward from ambitious targets to drive measurable progress. Every package delivered, every data center powered, every product designed is an opportunity to make tomorrow better. Learn more about Amazon Sustainability Amazon’s Water spotlight: https://sustainability.aboutamazon.com/stories/spotlight-on-water Amazon’s Homepage: https://sustainability.aboutamazon.com/ Episode Resources Prudential’s Responsible Investment: ⁠https://www.prudentialplc.com/en/sustainability-social-impact/sustainability/responsible-investment/⁠ Prudential’s Financing the Transition framework: ⁠https://www.prudentialplc.com/content/dam/prudential-plc/newsroom/though-leadership/thought-leadership/Financing-the-transition-addendum.pdf⁠ Prudential’s definition of nature and adaptation investments: ⁠https://www.prudentialplc.com/content/dam/prudential-plc/newsroom/though-leadership/thought-leadership/just-and-inclusive-transition-whitepaper.pdf⁠ Connect with Liza Jansen: ⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/lizajansen/⁠ Connect with Anna Stablum: https://www.linkedin.com/in/annastablum/ - About ESG Decoded ESG Decoded is a podcast powered by ClimeCo to share updates related to business innovation and sustainability in a clear and actionable manner. Join Emma Cox, Erika Schiller, and Anna Stablum for thoughtful, nuanced conversations with industry leaders and subject matter experts that explore the complexities about the risks and opportunities connected to (E)nvironmental, (S)ocial and (G)overnance. ESG Decoded Resource Links  Site: https://www.climeco.com/podcast-series/ Apple Podcasts: https://go.climeco.com/ApplePodcasts Spotify: https://go.climeco.com/Spotify YouTube Music: https://go.climeco.com/YouTube-Music LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/esg-decoded/ IG: https://www.instagram.com/esgdecoded/*This episode was produced by Singing Land Studio  - Sponsored Episode Disclaimer: This episode of ESG Decoded is sponsored by Amazon. The views and opinions expressed are those of the host and guest(s) and do not necessarily reflect the views of ESG Decoded, ClimeCo LLC, the Sponsor, or the guest’s organization. Sponsorship provides financial support only and does not give the Sponsor any right to direct, review, or approve the editorial content of this episode, including topics discussed, questions asked, or opinions expressed by the host or guest(s).  Views Expressed Disclaimer: The views and opinions expressed in this episode are solely those of the host and guest(s) and do not necessarily reflect the views, policies, or positions of ESG Decoded, ClimeCo LLC, any Sponsor, or any organization with which a guest is affiliated. Participation by a guest or Sponsor does not constitute an endorsement of any product, service, or organization. This conversation is provided for informational purposes only and should not be construed as advice.

Join us for a special ESG Decoded x San Francisco Climate Week video series, where some of the brightest minds in sustainability come together to shape what’s next. From bold ideas to candid conversations, each episode highlights the leaders turning ambition into action. You’ll hear real-world insights, fresh perspectives, and practical takeaways you can apply in your own sphere. Be part of the movement driving meaningful change. Stay tuned for more from the series—and for now, let’s decode ESG together. - The future of sustainability innovation depends on more than breakthrough ideas; it requires the right capital, partnerships, and pathways to scale. Host Erika Schiller and Victoria Slivkoff, Global Head of Innovation & New Ventures at Chemonics International, discuss how venture-backed innovation is accelerating climate resilience, financial inclusion, and sustainable development across global markets. Victoria shares insights on supporting founders in emerging economies, the role AI is playing in scaling innovation, and why impactful solutions must also be commercially viable to create lasting change. Thank you to our sponsor, Amazon Sustainability, for supporting this episode.  Amazon is known for speed and scale. That same approach drives their sustainability efforts. Guided by data and science, and powered by invention, Amazon works backward from ambitious targets to drive measurable progress. Every package delivered, every data center powered, every product designed is an opportunity to make tomorrow better. Learn more about Amazon Sustainability Amazon’s Water Spotlight: https://sustainability.aboutamazon.com/stories/spotlight-on-water Amazon’s Homepage: https://sustainability.aboutamazon.com/ Chemonics International: https://www.chemonics.com/ Tech Dreamers (TaiwanPlus): https://www.taiwanplus.com/originals/tech-dreamers  Extreme Tech Challenge: https://extremetechchallenge.org/  - About ESG Decoded ESG Decoded is a podcast powered by ClimeCo to share updates related to business innovation and sustainability in a clear and actionable manner. Join Emma Cox, Erika Schiller, and Anna Stablum for thoughtful, nuanced conversations with industry leaders and subject matter experts that explore the complexities about the risks and opportunities connected to (E)nvironmental, (S)ocial and (G)overnance. We like to say that “ESG is everything that’s not on your balance sheet.” This leaves room for misunderstanding and oversimplification – two things that we’ll bust on this podcast. ESG Decoded Resource Links  Site:  https://www.climeco.com/podcast-series/ Apple Podcasts: https://go.climeco.com/ApplePodcasts Spotify: https://go.climeco.com/Spotify YouTube Music: https://go.climeco.com/YouTube-Music LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/esg-decoded/ IG: https://www.instagram.com/esgdecoded/ *This episode was produced by Singing Land Studio  - Sponsored Episode Disclaimer: This episode of ESG Decoded is sponsored by Amazon. The views and opinions expressed are those of the host and guest(s) and do not necessarily reflect the views of ESG Decoded, ClimeCo LLC, the Sponsor, or the guest’s organization. Sponsorship provides financial support only and does not give the Sponsor any right to direct, review, or approve the editorial content of this episode, including topics discussed, questions asked, or opinions expressed by the host or guest(s).  Views Expressed Disclaimer: The views and opinions expressed in this episode are solely those of the host and guest(s) and do not necessarily reflect the views, policies, or positions of ESG Decoded, ClimeCo LLC, any Sponsor, or any organization with which a guest is affiliated. Participation by a guest or Sponsor does not constitute an endorsement of any product, service, or organization. This conversation is provided for informational purposes only and should not be construed as advice.

Sustainability is no longer a side initiative—it’s a core driver of innovation, resilience, and long-term business growth.  In this episode of ESG Decoded, Emma Cox joins forces with Mary de Wysocki, Chief Sustainability Officer at Cisco, to discuss how one of the world’s largest technology companies is embedding sustainability across its business—from circular product design to AI-driven energy challenges.  Mary shares how Cisco is aligning innovation with impact, building more resilient communities, and collaborating across the value chain to accelerate climate action. She also reflects on her unconventional path into sustainability leadership and what the future of leadership looks like in an AI-powered world.  Thank you to our sponsor, Amazon Sustainability, for supporting this episode.  Amazon is known for speed and scale. That same approach drives their sustainability efforts. Guided by data and science, and powered by invention, Amazon works backward from ambitious targets to drive measurable progress. Every package delivered, every data center powered, every product designed is an opportunity to make tomorrow better. Learn more about Amazon Sustainability Amazon’s Water spotlight: https://sustainability.aboutamazon.com/stories/spotlight-on-water Amazon’s Homepage: https://sustainability.aboutamazon.com/ Cisco Purpose Hub: https://www.cisco.com/c/en/us/about/csr.html Cisco Purpose Report: https://www.cisco.com/c/en/us/about/csr/esg-hub/reports-and-data.html Designing Your Life (Bill Burnett & Dave Evans): https://designingyour.life/the-book/ - About ESG Decoded ESG Decoded is a podcast powered by ClimeCo to share updates related to business innovation and sustainability in a clear and actionable manner. Join Emma Cox, Erika Schiller, and Anna Stablum for thoughtful, nuanced conversations with industry leaders and subject matter experts that explore the complexities about the risks and opportunities connected to (E)nvironmental, (S)ocial and (G)overnance. We like to say that “ESG is everything that’s not on your balance sheet.” This leaves room for misunderstanding and oversimplification – two things that we’ll bust on this podcast. ESG Decoded Resource Links  Site: https://www.climeco.com/podcast-series/ Apple Podcasts: https://go.climeco.com/ApplePodcasts Spotify: https://go.climeco.com/Spotify YouTube Music: https://go.climeco.com/YouTube-Music LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/esg-decoded/ IG: https://www.instagram.com/esgdecoded/ *This episode was produced by Singing Land Studio  - Sponsored Episode Disclaimer: This episode of ESG Decoded is sponsored by Amazon. The views and opinions expressed are those of the host and guest(s) and do not necessarily reflect the views of ESG Decoded, ClimeCo LLC, the Sponsor, or the guest’s organization. Sponsorship provides financial support only and does not give the Sponsor any right to direct, review, or approve the editorial content of this episode, including topics discussed, questions asked, or opinions expressed by the host or guest(s).  Views Expressed Disclaimer: The views and opinions expressed in this episode are solely those of the host and guest(s) and do not necessarily reflect the views, policies, or positions of ESG Decoded, ClimeCo LLC, any Sponsor, or any organization with which a guest is affiliated. Participation by a guest or Sponsor does not constitute an endorsement of any product, service, or organization. This conversation is provided for informational purposes only and should not be construed as advice.

In a time of growing urgency, why does meaningful climate progress still feel out of reach? In this episode, host Emma Cox is joined by Bill Flederbach, President and CEO of ClimeCo, and Dr. T. Alexander Puutio, a leadership professor at Harvard, Columbia, and NYU Stern, and a contributor to Forbes, Fast Company, and Psychology Today. Together, they examine how market incentives, media narratives, and consumer behavior shape climate progress, and why those systems often slow meaningful action. The conversation challenges how change actually happens in practice, highlighting the tension between ambition and execution. It asks a tough question: do real climate solutions require working within today’s economic system rather than against it? By addressing this complexity, the episode offers a candid perspective on what it takes to turn climate goals into meaningful, scalable impact.  Don’t miss an episode—subscribe to ESG Decoded on your favorite podcast platform and follow us on social for the latest updates! Episode Resources:  Alexander Puutio Website – https://www.alexanderpuutio.com/ Alexander Puutio Forbes Contributor Page – https://www.forbes.com/sites/alexanderpuutio/ Amazon Climate Pledge – https://www.theclimatepledge.com/ Connect with Alexander Puutio: https://www.linkedin.com/in/t-alexander-puutio/ Connect with Bill Flederbach: https://www.linkedin.com/in/bill-flederbach/ Connect with Emma Cox: https://www.linkedin.com/in/emmagillespiecox/  - About ESG Decoded  ESG Decoded is a podcast powered by ClimeCo to share updates related to business innovation and sustainability in a clear and actionable manner. Join Emma Cox, Erika Schiller, and Anna Stablum for thoughtful, nuanced conversations with industry leaders and subject matter experts that explore the complexities about the risks and opportunities connected to (E)nvironmental, (S)ocial and (G)overnance. We like to say that “ESG is everything that’s not on your balance sheet.” This leaves room for misunderstanding and oversimplification – two things that we’ll bust on this podcast. ESG Decoded | Resource Links  Site: https://www.climeco.com/podcast-series/ Apple Podcasts: https://go.climeco.com/ApplePodcasts Spotify: https://go.climeco.com/Spotify YouTube Music: https://go.climeco.com/YouTube-Music LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/esg-decoded/ IG: https://www.instagram.com/esgdecoded/ *This episode was produced by Singing Land Studio    About ClimeCo ClimeCo is an award-winning leader in decarbonization, empowering global organizations with customized sustainability pathways. Our respected scientists and industry experts collaborate with companies, governments, and capital markets to develop tailored ESG and decarbonization solutions. Recognized for creating high-quality, impactful projects, ClimeCo is committed to helping clients achieve their goals, maximize environmental assets, and enhance their brand. ClimeCo | Resource Links Site: https://climeco.com/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/climeco/ IG: https://www.instagram.com/climeco/

In this episode, Anna Stablum talks with Natasha Garcha, Senior Director of Sustainable Finance at Impact Investment Exchange, to discuss how capital markets can tackle climate challenges at scale. From innovative bond structures to real-world deployment in emerging markets, Natasha explains how finance can move beyond theory and start delivering measurable outcomes, including instruments like orange bonds, which originated in Asia and are designed to channel capital toward women’s empowerment alongside climate resilience. The conversation also connects climate pressures, resource scarcity, and global instability—highlighting why the way capital is allocated today will shape long-term economic and social resilience. During this episode, you will learn: • How orange bonds are designed and why they’re gaining traction globally • What makes blended finance effective in mobilizing private capital • How impact data can directly influence investment risk and returns • Why climate, capital flows, and global stability are more connected than they appear Don’t miss an episode—subscribe to ESG Decoded on your favorite podcast platform and follow us on social for the latest updates! Episode Resources:  Impact Investment Exchange (IIX) – https://iixglobal.com/ Women’s Livelihood Bond Series – https://iixglobal.com/womens-livelihood-bond-series/ Orange Bond Principles – https://orangebond.org/ The Athenian Edge (Book by Natasha Garcha) – https://www.athenianedge.com/ Connect with Natasha Garcha - https://www.linkedin.com/in/natasha-garcha-62a23921/ Connect with Anna Stablum - https://www.linkedin.com/in/annastablum/  - About ESG Decoded  ESG Decoded is a podcast powered by ClimeCo to share updates related to business innovation and sustainability in a clear and actionable manner. Join Emma Cox, Erika Schiller, and Anna Stablum for thoughtful, nuanced conversations with industry leaders and subject matter experts that explore the complexities about the risks and opportunities connected to (E)nvironmental, (S)ocial and (G)overnance. We like to say that “ESG is everything that’s not on your balance sheet.” This leaves room for misunderstanding and oversimplification – two things that we’ll bust on this podcast. ESG Decoded | Resource Links  Site: https://www.climeco.com/podcast-series/ Apple Podcasts: https://go.climeco.com/ApplePodcasts Spotify: https://go.climeco.com/Spotify YouTube Music: https://go.climeco.com/YouTube-Music LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/esg-decoded/ IG: https://www.instagram.com/esgdecoded/ *This episode was produced by Singing Land Studio    About ClimeCo ClimeCo is an award-winning leader in decarbonization, empowering global organizations with customized sustainability pathways. Our respected scientists and industry experts collaborate with companies, governments, and capital markets to develop tailored ESG and decarbonization solutions. Recognized for creating high-quality, impactful projects, ClimeCo is committed to helping clients achieve their goals, maximize environmental assets, and enhance their brand. ClimeCo | Resource Links Site: https://climeco.com/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/climeco/ IG: https://www.instagram.com/climeco/