Innovation Forum podcast

Satellite to soil: the power of remote sensing in agriculture

Indigo Ag’s senior director of remote sensing and data inference, Nick Malizia, talks with Innovation Forum’s Ian Welsh about the evolving role of remote sensing in agriculture. They discuss the transformative potential of remote sensing for precision agriculture, and of AI in unlocking even greater insights in the future.

Monday briefing – Navigating packaging challenges: evolving regulations, reuse systems and more

This week: Innovation Forum’s Ian Welsh talks with Sarah Jackson about some of the pressing issues within the packaging industry in the US that will be discussed at this year’s Sustainable Packaging Innovation Forum (Philadelphia, 29-30 October). Click here for information on how to get involved.

 

Plus: a recap from last year’s packaging conference, when Ian Welsh spoke with Nestlé’s Jodie Roussell about how the sector is shifting towards tougher mandatory compliance standards.

 

In the lead up to the sustainable packaging innovation forum, we are hosting a complimentary webinar assessing the challenges in reuse and refill schemes on 21^st August at 3pm BST. Click here to join us.

Weekly podcast – Landscape approaches in action: aligning stakeholders for sustainable land use

This week: IDH’s global director of landscapes talks with Innovation Forum’s Toby Webb about the practicalities and challenges of implementing a landscape or jurisdictional approach to commodity sourcing. They discuss insights into how business and stakeholders can align their efforts for long-term sustainability and environmental protection, emphasising the importance of collaboration at both local and governmental levels.

 

Plus: cocoa giants including Mars Wrigley, Ferrero and Tony’s Chocoloney back EUDR amid calls for delay; Nestlé's cocoa plan expands to Ghana to boost yield and farmer incomes; Adidas, PVH, Zalando join Fashion for Good’s circular footwear initiative; and, global wind targets fall short of tripling goal, according to an environmental group Ember, in the news digest.

 

Host: Ian Welsh 

 

IDH will be at the upcoming sustainable commodities and land use forum in Amsterdam (22^nd-23^rdOctober). If you’d like to continue the conversation, click here for more information on how to get involved.

Breaking down sustainable packaging trends

Ian Welsh talks with John Kotlarczyk, a waste management expert, about the evolving landscape of sustainable packaging. They discuss emerging trends such as biodegradable packaging, the impact of regulatory changes in the US and EU, and the future of single-use plastics. John emphasises the need for cross-industry collaboration to develop practical solutions while navigating consumer expectations and regulatory challenges.

Monday briefing — Are we ready to be EUDR compliant?

This week: Innovation Forum’s Ian Welsh talks with Emily Heslop about the latest updates for this year’s sustainable commodities and land use forum, which will focus on how to transform agriculture for climate and nature resilient supply. Click here for information on how to get involved.

Plus: a recap of last year’s sustainable commodities and land use forum, when Ian Welsh spoke with some expert participants about the how businesses are reacting to the incoming EU deforestation regulation. Hear from Anita Neville from Golden Agri-Resources and Musim Mas’ Olivier Tichit.

Weekly podcast – How corporate comms can be authentic and transparent

Innovation Forum’s Tanya Richard and Ian Welsh talk about what organisations can do to engage different stakeholder groups to co-create solutions, avoid greenwash and develop effective two-way stakeholder communication strategy.  

Plus: apparel brands and retailers lagging on emissions targets says Fashion Revolution; palm oil is commodity most ready for EUDR; and, UK pledges DRS scheme for PET bottles, steel and aluminium cans, in the news digest.

Host: Ian Welsh

What’s the role of recycling in sustainable packaging?

Ian Welsh talks with Natalie Betts, assistant vice president for sustainability at the Recycled Materials Association, about how recyclers can help drive more sustainable packaging. They discuss the importance of better guidance for business and consumers, and more consistent approaches to recycling across different municipalities.

Weekly podcast – Agriculture from above: remote sensing's role in farming

This week: Innovation Forum's Ian Welsh spoke with Nicholas Malizia, a remote sensing expert at Indigo Ag. They discuss the rise and trends of remote sensing technology, and the role this tech has played in the agriculture sector. They delve into how this technology, which has evolved significantly since its early days, is now a critical tool for sustainability initiatives and helping farmers optimise their operations.

Plus: UK beaches are getting cleaner, major airline scraps its 2030 SBTi target, Walmart's innovative food waste  solution and First Solar's breakthrough in technology, in the news digest by Ellen Atiyah. 

The power of data in food supply chains

Innovation Forum's Ian Welsh speaks with Anne Rosenbarger, global engagement manager for supply chains at the World Resources Institute, and TRACT's CEO, Allison Kopf, to explore the transformative role of data in the food and agriculture sector. From the importance of traceability to the challenges posed by new regulations, they delve into how data collection and analysis are shaping the future of sustainable farming. They discuss how businesses can use data to not only comply with regulations but also drive real impact and innovation in their supply chains.

Monday briefing – Ready, target, action: business progress in tackling scope 3 emissions

This week: Innovation Forum's Ian Welsh talks with Hannah Oborne about what to expect at this year's scope 3 innovation forum in Washington DC, which will focus on how business can tackle supply chain emissions. They also reveal a special discount for listeners – just use code podcast100. Click here for information on how to get involved.

 

Plus: a recap of last year's scope 3 innovation forum, when Ian Welsh spoke with some expert participants about progress on the finance sector's climate and nature disclosure requirements and what good data tools look like. Hear from Rabobank's Terryn Lawrence and Saif Hameed from Altruistiq.