In this episode of the No Footprints Podcast, Sheldon Young and Jason Moreau discuss various aspects of sustainability, including innovative energy solutions like heat batteries, the evolving role of Chief Sustainability Officers, and key sustainability trends expected to shape 2026. They explore the importance of hyper-local sourcing, the rise of energy-positive factories, the shift towards authentic plant-based foods, and the critical need for water stewardship. The conversation emphasizes the challenges faced in sustainability efforts and the importance of real talk about these issues. 

Chapters 

00:00 Introduction to Sustainability Conversations 

00:56 Exploring Heat Battery Technology 

03:56 The Evolving Role of Chief Sustainability Officers 

11:41 Sustainability Trends in Manufacturing 

13:44 Hyper Local Sourcing and Supply Chain Transparency 

18:42 Rise of Energy Positive Factories 

23:42 Optimizing Energy Use in Facilities 

26:40 The Evolution of Plant-Based Foods 

31:31 Water Stewardship and Resource Management 

37:52 Sustainability Real Talk: Acknowledging Challenges