Every product has a story but are we measuring the whole story?In this System Shapers episode of Get Set Green, host Pooja R V sits down with Dr. Mary Ann Curran, one of the world's leading pioneers in Life Cycle Assessment (LCA), former Chief of the U.S. EPA's Sustainable Technology Division, and author of some of the field's most influential books.Discover how Life Cycle Thinking is transforming the way governments, businesses, and consumers evaluate sustainability and why looking beyond carbon is essential for making better decisions.We discussed about:1. Why "green" products aren't always as sustainable as they seem?2. How Life Cycle Assessment shapes business, policy, and global sustainability?3. The role of LCA in CBAM, CSRD, circular economy, and corporate decision-making.4. The future of sustainability in an AI-driven world.Whether you're a sustainability professional, student, policymaker, or simply curious about making better choices, this episode will change the way you think about the products you use every day.Guest Dr. Mary Ann Curran: https://www.linkedin.com/in/maryanncurran

Host Pooja R V: https://www.linkedin.com/in/poojarv/

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In this System Shapers episode of Get Set Green, host Pooja R V sits down with Vishwanath S, popularly known as the ZenRainman- Civil engineer, water conservationist, Director at Biome Environmental Solutions, and Trustee of Biome Environmental Trust.For decades, Vishwanath has championed rainwater harvesting, groundwater recharge, well revival, and community-led water stewardship, helping shape a more water resilient future for Bengaluru and beyond.What we discussed:Why water should be at the heart of every climate conversation?The biggest mistakes cities make in managing water?How rainwater harvesting can go beyond compliance to create true water security?The role of wells, lakes, and local communities in building climate resilience?Bengaluru's forgotten drought, hidden history!A powerful conversation on systems thinking, sustainability, and why the future of our cities depends on how we value every drop.Have a guest suggestion or topic you'd like us to cover? We'd love to hear from you. Write to us at getsetgreen.in@gmail.comGuest Vishwanath S: https://in.linkedin.com/in/vishwanath-sHost Pooja R V: https://www.linkedin.com/in/poojarv/Follow Get Set Green on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and Instagram @getsetgreen.in for more conversations with the people shaping a greener future.

In this episode under the Climate Catalysts theme of GET SET GREEN, we explore how environmental data is becoming a critical driver of business decisions, product innovation, and climate action.

Meet Joshua Morshead, Managing Director of EPD Hub, a platform helping manufacturers create and verify Environmental Product Declarations (EPDs) faster and at scale. His work focuses on making sustainability data more transparent, credible, and actionable for businesses, architects, and decision-makers.

Through this conversation, we dive into the growing importance of environmental data, the role of EPDs in reducing greenwashing, and how technology is helping businesses measure and communicate product-level impacts with greater accuracy. We also discuss how sustainability is increasingly moving from a reporting exercise to a business imperative driven by procurement, regulations, and market demand.From green buildings and carbon transparency to AI-enabled verification and CBAM readiness, this episode highlights why data may be one of the most powerful tools for accelerating climate action.

Wha we discussed:

1. Why environmental data is becoming a new business bottom line ?

2. Understanding Environmental Product Declarations (EPDs)

3. Tackling greenwashing through third-party verification ?

4. How AI is accelerating sustainability reporting and verification

5. CBAM, carbon pricing, and the evolving business case for sustainability

Connect with the Guest Joshua Morshead- https://de.linkedin.com/in/joshua-morshead

Connect with the Host Pooja R V- https://www.linkedin.com/in/poojarv/

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In this episode under the Climate Catalysts theme of GET SET GREEN, we explore how climate technology is not just about data but about communication, decision-making, and building a strong business case for action.Meet Milene Pardo Figueroa, Founder of MazeWorks, working at the intersection of climate intelligence, data systems, and sustainability communication. Her work focuses on helping organisations translate complex climate data into clear, decision-ready insights that can drive both strategy and action.Through this conversation, we go beyond climate dashboards and explore how climate tech must evolve into a tool for communication one that helps businesses understand risk, justify sustainability investments, and integrate climate thinking into core decision-making.We also discuss why many climate solutions fail to scale not because of lack of data, but because of gaps in communication, business framing, and stakeholder alignment.Wha we discussed:1. Why climate data alone is not enough to drive action2. The role of communication in scaling climate tech3. Building a strong business case for climate solutions4. Translating complex climate intelligence into decision-making tools5. Careers in Sustainability. Milene Pardo Figueroa: https://de.linkedin.com/in/milene-pardo-figueroa-247185165)Pooja R V: https://www.linkedin.com/in/poojarv

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In this episode under the Climate Catalysts theme of GET SET GREEN, we explore how innovation inspired by natural materials and circular thinking can create practical solutions for a more sustainable future.

Meet Saji Varghese, Founder of Sunbird Straws, a venture working at the intersection of sustainable materials, product innovation, and climate-conscious design. His work focuses on creating scalable alternatives using naturally available resources while rethinking how everyday products are designed and consumed.

Through this conversation, we explore the journey behind Sunbird Straws, the role of material innovation in sustainability, the challenges of building climate-focused products, and how nature-inspired solutions can contribute to larger environmental systems.

We also discuss consumer behaviour, circular economy thinking, and why innovation for climate solutions sometimes begins with reimagining the simplest products around us.

1. The story behind Sunbird Straws

2. Climate innovation through natural materials

3. Circular economy and sustainable product design

4. Consumer behaviour and sustainability

Saji Varghese:https://www.linkedin.com/in/saji-varghese-bb0679107/

Sunbird Straws: https://sunbirdstraws.com

Pooja R V:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/poojarv/

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In this episode under the Everyday Changemakers theme of GET SET GREEN, we explore the growing disconnect between people and nature, and why conservation today goes beyond protecting wildlife alone.Meet Yashas from Wildaholic, a herpetologist and nature storyteller working to create awareness around wildlife, ecosystems, and responsible engagement with the natural world. Through his experiences in forests, landscapes, and conservation spaces, he shares how nature can shape perspectives and inspire more conscious living.This conversation looks at the role of storytelling in conservation, the challenges ecosystems are facing today, and how small individual actions can help build stronger connections with the environment around us.What we discussed:1. The journey behind Wildaholic2. Reconnecting people with nature3. Wildlife conservation and ecosystem challenges4. Storytelling as a tool for awarenessConnect with the Guest: Yashas / Wildaholic: (https://www.instagram.com/mr_herpetologist_/)Connect with the HostPooja R V: https://www.linkedin.com/in/poojarv/Got suggestions or guest ideas for Season 3?Please write to us at: getsetgreen.in@gmail.comShare and follow Get Set Green on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and Instagram (@getsetgreen.in) to stay tuned to the greenest conversations of our time.

In this episode under the System Shapers theme of GET SET GREEN, we explore the hidden systems and global dependencies shaping the clean energy transition.

Meet Tomasz Nadrowski, Portfolio Manager at Amvest Terraden Critical Minerals Fund, former Director at the World Economic Forum, and author of Mineral War: China’s Quest for Weapons of Mineral Destruction, With over 35 years of experience across mining, metals, finance, and critical minerals investments, his work focuses on mineral security, supply chain dependencies, and the evolving realities of the global energy transition.

As the world rapidly transitions toward electric vehicles, batteries, and renewable energy technologies, critical minerals like lithium, cobalt, graphite, and rare earth elements are becoming increasingly important to the future of clean energy. Through this conversation, we take a closer look at why these minerals matter, how supply chains are evolving globally, and the realities of balancing sustainability with rising mineral demand.

We also explore the role of recycling and circular economy systems, the future of mining in a clean energy world, and how countries including India are preparing for a rapidly changing energy landscape shaped by technology, infrastructure, and resource security.

What we discussed:

1. Why critical minerals are important for clean energy technologies

2. Supply chain dependencies in the global energy transition

3. Sustainability challenges in mining and mineral extraction

4. The role of recycling and circular economy systems

5. India’s role in the future critical minerals ecosystem

6. The future of critical minerals and clean energy infrastructure

Tomasz Nadrowski: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nadrowski/

Mineral War:https://www.amazon.in/Mineral-War-Chinas-Weapons-Destruction-ebook/dp/B0GFNP46NB

Pooja R V:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/poojarv/

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In this episode under the System Shapers theme of GET SET GREEN, we explore the hidden systems and global dependencies shaping the clean energy transition.

Meet Tomasz Nadrowski, Portfolio Manager at Amvest Terraden Critical Minerals Fund, former Director at the World Economic Forum, and author of Mineral War: China’s Quest for Weapons of Mineral Destruction, With over 35 years of experience across mining, metals, finance, and critical minerals investments, his work focuses on mineral security, supply chain dependencies, and the evolving realities of the global energy transition.

As the world rapidly transitions toward electric vehicles, batteries, and renewable energy technologies, critical minerals like lithium, cobalt, graphite, and rare earth elements are becoming increasingly important to the future of clean energy. Through this conversation, we take a closer look at why these minerals matter, how supply chains are evolving globally, and the realities of balancing sustainability with rising mineral demand.

We also explore the role of recycling and circular economy systems, the future of mining in a clean energy world, and how countries including India are preparing for a rapidly changing energy landscape shaped by technology, infrastructure, and resource security.

What we discussed:

1. Why critical minerals are important for clean energy technologies

2. Supply chain dependencies in the global energy transition

3. Sustainability challenges in mining and mineral extraction

4. The role of recycling and circular economy systems

5. India’s role in the future critical minerals ecosystem

6. The future of critical minerals and clean energy infrastructure

Tomasz Nadrowski: ⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/nadrowski/⁠

Mineral War:⁠https://www.amazon.in/Mineral-War-Chinas-Weapons-Destruction-ebook/dp/B0GFNP46NB⁠

Pooja R V:⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/poojarv/⁠

Got suggestions or guest ideas for Season 3?Please write to us at: ⁠getsetgreen.in@gmail.com⁠

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