In this conversation, Tapio Vahtola, Head of Office for the United Nations Global Pulse Europe, shares insights into his extensive experience in humanitarian work and the role of UN Global Pulse in driving innovation and sustainability within the UN system. He discusses the importance of public-private partnerships, the Global Pulse Accelerator Program, and how technology can be leveraged for social good. Tapio emphasizes the need for collaboration across sectors to achieve significant sustainability impacts and provides advice for those looking to make a difference in the UN ecosystem.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Sustainability and Impact

02:52 Innovations in Agricultural Biotechnology

05:43 Sustainable Travel Trends and Consumer Behavior

08:33 Guest Introduction: Tapio Vatola from UN Global Pulse

11:35 Tapio's Journey and Role at UN Global Pulse

14:29 UN Global Pulse: Innovation and Partnerships

17:29 Accelerating Change: The UN Global Pulse Accelerator Program

20:40 Sustainability and the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)

28:48 Innovative Projects in the UN Accelerator

33:47 Understanding the Accelerator Program

39:55 The Quintet of Change

42:19 Advice for Impact in the UN Ecosystem

47:25 Connecting with UN Global Pulse

In this episode, we explore sustainable packaging innovations with Liz Helm from TemperPack (which just became certified B-Corp!) discussing how circular design and ESG initiatives are transforming the industry. We delve into the challenges, KPIs, and future trends shaping eco-friendly packaging solutions.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Sustainability and Cheese Expo

02:59 Sustainability Trends and CEO Perspectives

05:45 The Tasty Awards and Plant-Based Alternatives

09:04 The Role of Dairy in Sustainable Practices

11:42 Introducing Liz Helms and TemperPack

14:37 Liz's Journey to Sustainability Management

17:35 Tempur-Pak's Sustainable Practices

20:29 Customer Engagement and Sustainable Packaging

23:31 Challenges in the Sustainable Packaging Industry

26:38 Certifications and Market Demands

29:29 Future Trends in Sustainable Packaging

34:22 The Evolution of Packaging Design

38:08 Measuring Impact: KPIs in Sustainability

42:01 Consumer Feedback and Engagement

45:52 The Purpose Behind the Blog

49:39 Advice for Aspiring Sustainability Professionals

55:55 The Importance of Sustainable Packaging

Explore the intersection of design and sustainability with Professor Scott Boylston, who shares insights on how design can drive sustainable innovation, the importance of framing sustainability as abundance, and real-world examples of sustainable design projects.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Sustainability and Impact

04:18 Brand Perception and Sustainability

11:17 Design for Sustainability: A Journey

19:17 Teaching Sustainability in Design

26:10 Designing for Abundance vs. Scarcity

29:44 Practical Examples of Sustainable Design

32:34 Adapting to Climate Challenges

34:42 Innovative Design for Sustainability

40:57 Frameworks for Sustainable Design

47:01 Engaging with Sustainability in Design

50:43 Facilitating Sustainable Change through Design