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RenewCo Solar saw its 2023 annual revenue skyrocket by 328%, solidifying its status as a leading industry player. Matthew Summerville, the CEO, is at the helm of this sustainability-focused company that prides itself on eco-friendly products and innovative solutions. 

In a market where over 500 solar companies have closed since 2011, RenewCo Solar’s meteoric rise is extraordinary. Tune in for an exclusive chat with Matthew Summerville, as we explore his journey building RenewCo Solar and Australia’s solar energy transformation.

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What began as a local endeavor has evolved into a nationwide brand. Garage Sale Trail Founder, Andrew Valder, joins us on this episode.

From humble beginnings in 2010, to the engagement of over 300,000 Australians across 15,000 garage sales in 2022, participants have given fresh life to a staggering 3 million kilograms of items, diverting them from landfills and contributing to the circular economy.

Tune in to hear Andrew Valder’s insights into the businesses’ growth, its role in building strong community connections, and the positive environmental impact it leaves behind. 

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Dan’s guest today, Toby Hutcheon, has worked on environmental issues for over 30 years – with Greenpeace, local government, NSW state government and was the Executive Director of the Queensland Conservation Council for an entire decade. Now, as the QLD Manager of the Boomerang Alliance, he continues to advocate for making an environmental difference.

Listen in today to an impactful and inspiring episode and learn how you too can make a difference.

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Join us for a compelling episode with Chris Caskey, Manager of Human Rights at the UN Global Compact Network, here in Australia. Chris, a former international lawyer and expert in human rights, offers profound insights into its core concepts.

Today, we look at the link between human rights and businesses – particularly in ESG and sustainability – opening a conversation on modern slavery, climate change and meaningful engagement with First Nations stakeholders.

Learn how can businesses can integrate human rights due diligence into areas like climate change. This episode is your guide to understanding the impact of human rights in a corporate world.

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In this episode, we sit down with Dan Wilcock, the Sustainability and Governance Manager at The UN Global Compact Network Australia. 

Dan shares the fascinating journey that led him to his current role, highlighting pivotal moments that have shaped his expertise.

We also discuss the controversial topic of ESG Washing. Dan dissects the subject, addresses its origins and provides strategies to avoid it.

Whether deeply entrenched in ESG and sustainability or just starting to explore, this episode is a must-listen. Dan’s profound knowledge and practical advice provide invaluable insights for navigating this complex landscape.

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In this episode, Dan is joined by Gihan Hyde, CEO and Founder of CommUnique, a B Corp certified ESG consultancy focused on PR communications in the sustainability sector. 

Gihan’s professional journey is truly inspiring and in this candid discussion, she shares valuable insights into sustainability messaging and how Communique, under her visionary leadership, has been at the forefront of driving positive change in the corporate world – helping companies navigate the intricate terrain of ESG and communications. 

She also shares valuable insights on upskilling the communications industry to meet the demands of the future and the common pitfalls made in sustainability messaging. 

Join us in exploring the powerful intersection of business, sustainability, and communication.

This week Dan is joined by Shaun Deverson, Founder and Principal Consultant of Lighthouse Futures to discuss all things Transition.

Shaun is an Honours qualified Civil and Environmental Engineer with over 25 years of experience working in the Defence, Mining, Transportation and Construction domains. He has a Masters in Business and Technology, Certificates in Project Management and Systems Engineering and has recently commenced a Masters of Philosophy with the Queensland University of Technology (QUT) School of Law, with a focus on the application of complexity science and natural laws and principles to reimagine new planning laws for cities.

Shaun formerly served in the Royal Australian Navy and Australian Army Reserve.

Through his diverse experiences, Shaun has acquired a broad array of rich insights and skillsets within areas of leadership, sustainability, risk and transformation. These were acquired in an array of contexts and areas of responsibility, including Managing Director, Project Manager, and Management Consultant for firms of various sizes.

These experiences, coupled with his ability to deliver philosophically reasoned and evidence-based insights, Shaun is regularly invited to deliver and chair conference panels with a focus on the future of work, innovation, risks, and abundant opportunities awaiting governments and corporations committed to transformation based on regenerative practices. 

Links:

• Shaun Deverson on LinkedIn
• Lighthouse Futures website

Dan sits down with Kate Skattang – Director, Climate Change & Sustainability at EY and Dr Evan Center, Environment and Climate Change Manager at UN Global Compact Network Australia.

Kate and Evan recently published a Study titled – The Sustainable Supply Chain Ambition: Driving Sustainability Impact Through Supply Chain Action. We discuss all things sustainable supply chains, the study findings and theme’s and take a look at what supply chains of the future might look like. 

Links:

• https://unglobalcompact.org.au/publications/