Welcome to ATALKS - Where Sustainability Has a Voice! In this episode, we dive into one of the most pressing challenges companies face today: 𝗛𝗼𝘄 𝘁𝗼 𝗿𝗲𝗰𝗿𝘂𝗶𝘁, 𝘁𝗿𝗮𝗶𝗻, 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗮𝗱𝗮𝗽𝘁 𝘁𝗮𝗹𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝘁𝗼 𝗺𝗲𝗲𝘁 𝗘𝗦𝗚 𝗰𝗵𝗮𝗹𝗹𝗲𝗻𝗴𝗲𝘀. As sustainability becomes a business imperative, organizations must rethink their approach to hiring and upskilling their workforce to drive real transformation.

We’re thrilled to feature 🎙️ 𝗖𝗮𝘁𝗵𝗲𝗿𝗶𝗻𝗲 𝗕𝗿𝗲𝗻𝗻𝗮𝗻, 𝗠𝗮𝗻𝗮𝗴𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗗𝗶𝗿𝗲𝗰𝘁𝗼𝗿 𝗮𝘁 Birdeo, a leading recruitment and HR consulting firm specializing in sustainability roles. With over 20 years of experience in corporate transformation, Catherine shares expert insights into the future of ESG talent, the critical skills required, and how companies can embed sustainability across all functions.

In this episode, we discuss:

◾ The biggest challenges in attracting and recruiting sustainability talent.

◾ Why internal mobility, freelancing, and external hiring all play a role in ESG recruitment.

◾ How companies can upskill employees and integrate ESG into every department.

◾ The soft skills that make sustainability professionals successful.

◾ The future of ESG jobs—from AI-powered sustainability roles to biodiversity specialists.

💡 Interview Highlights:

◾ "Sustainability strategies will only reach their full potential if they are embedded in every function of an organization."

◾ "If you want employees to be engaged, you need to engage them—purpose-driven work is now a priority."

◾ "Leadership buy-in is critical—real transformation starts at the top."

◾ "The demand for ESG specialists is growing, from carbon strategy to AI-driven sustainability solutions."

🔔 Tune in to learn how companies can future-proof their workforce and attract top ESG talent to lead the sustainability transformation!

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En este episodio de ATALKS, exploramos cómo las empresas pueden integrar la sostenibilidad en su estrategia y comunicar su impacto de manera auténtica y efectiva.

Welcome to Season 3 of ATALKS - Where Sustainability Has a Voice! 🌱 In this episode, we delve into the critical intersection of automation, ESG reporting, and data management, exploring how technology is revolutionizing the way companies approach sustainability.

We’re thrilled to feature Amanda Hazan, Sustainability and Customer Success Coordinator at APLANET, who brings her expertise in ESG data management and reporting to the forefront. With years of experience supporting companies in navigating sustainability challenges, Amanda shares her unique insights on how businesses can overcome barriers like manual processes, cultural resistance, and integration struggles.

📌 In this episode, we discuss:

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🔔 Tune in to learn how companies can prepare for the future of ESG reporting and leverage data-driven tools to create impactful change.

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En este episodio de ATALKS, exploramos cómo la innovación, el propósito y la tecnología están impulsando la sostenibilidad en el mundo empresarial.

Welcome to Season 3 of ATALKS - Where Sustainability Has a Voice! 🌱 In this episode, we explore 𝗵𝗼𝘄 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝘀𝗽𝗼𝗿𝘁𝘀 𝗶𝗻𝗱𝘂𝘀𝘁𝗿𝘆 𝗶𝘀 𝗲𝗺𝗯𝗿𝗮𝗰𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝘀𝘂𝘀𝘁𝗮𝗶𝗻𝗮𝗯𝗶𝗹𝗶𝘁𝘆 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝘁𝗿𝗮𝗻𝘀𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗶𝘁𝘀 𝗽𝗿𝗮𝗰𝘁𝗶𝗰𝗲𝘀 𝘁𝗼 𝗰𝗿𝗲𝗮𝘁𝗲 𝗹𝗼𝗻𝗴-𝗹𝗮𝘀𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗽𝗼𝘀𝗶𝘁𝗶𝘃𝗲 𝗶𝗺𝗽𝗮𝗰𝘁𝘀.

We’re excited to feature 𝗝𝗼𝘀𝗲 𝗖𝗮𝗿𝗹𝗼𝘀 𝗙𝗲𝗿𝗿𝗲𝗿 𝗔𝘃𝗶𝗹𝗮, an international consultant with over 20 years of experience in sustainable development, working across various sectors and geographies. José shares his deep insights into how sports, as a global cultural force, can integrate sustainability to not only reduce environmental impacts but also drive social and economic progress.

In this episode, we discuss:

◾ The role of the EU’s regulatory landscape in pushing the sports industry towards sustainability.

◾ How public-private partnerships can be leveraged to create sustainable sports practices.

◾ Why sustainability in sports should focus on creating value and leaving a legacy, beyond mere compliance. 

◾ The importance of incorporating the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) into the sports sector, particularly in upcoming global events.

 ◾ Key examples of sports organizations and events leading the way in sustainability.

💡 Interview Highlights:

◾ "The core sustainability issue in sports is about public-private partnerships and generating long-term added value to stakeholders."

◾ "Sports is a very good tool to transfer knowledge and values, benefiting the population." 

◾ "Major sports events need to leave a lasting legacy, creating value for the cities and communities that host them." 

◾ "The European Union’s regulatory framework is pushing sports industries to rethink their impact on the environment and society."

Tune in to discover how sustainability is reshaping the sports industry and why this transformation is more critical than ever.

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Welcome to 𝗦𝗲𝗮𝘀𝗼𝗻 𝟯 𝗼𝗳 𝗔𝗧𝗔𝗟𝗞𝗦 - Where Sustainability Has a Voice! 🌱 This season, we continue to explore groundbreaking sustainability initiatives by featuring industry leaders who are redefining what it means to be sustainable across various sectors.

In Episode 34, we are honored to have 𝗔𝗹𝗶𝗻𝗲 𝗚𝗼𝗺𝗲𝘇-𝗔𝗰𝗲𝗯𝗼 𝗙𝗶𝗻𝗮𝘁, the Chief Sustainability Officer at Asisa, Spain’s largest healthcare group. Aline is also the founder of Eniax, a digital health startup, and holds various leadership roles in education and investment. With her vast experience, Aline shares incredible insights into how the healthcare industry can become a leader in sustainability.

In this episode, we dive into:

◾ How Asisa integrates sustainability into its core strategy and operations.

◾ The impact of a cooperative model and long-term vision on driving change.

◾ The role of AI and technology in reducing emissions and optimizing healthcare processes.

◾ Specific initiatives Asisa is implementing to achieve carbon neutrality and promote circularity.

◾ Key strategies for engaging employees and stakeholders in sustainability efforts.

💡 Interview Highlights:

◾ "The first way to be sustainable is becoming financially sustainable. If you don’t have the finance, it makes no sense."

◾ "We want to reduce emissions because our plan is to be carbon neutral for next year... in a way that actually benefits us."

◾ "Change management is key – we’re speaking the language of people, asking for their ideas and collaboration."

Tune in to learn how Aline is leading the sustainability transformation in healthcare and why long-term thinking is essential for a sustainable future.

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En este episodio de ATALKS, exploramos la integración de la sostenibilidad en el sector educativo con 🎙️ 𝗣𝗮𝘂𝗹𝗮 𝗖𝗮𝘀𝘁𝗶𝗹𝗹𝗮, 𝗥𝗲𝘀𝗽𝗼𝗻𝘀𝗮𝗯𝗹𝗲 𝗱𝗲 𝗦𝗼𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗻𝗶𝗯𝗶𝗹𝗶𝗱𝗮𝗱 𝗲𝗻 𝗦𝗘𝗞 𝗘𝗱𝘂𝗰𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗚𝗿𝗼𝘂𝗽. Paula comparte cómo SEK, siendo la primera B Corp educativa en España, incorpora prácticas sostenibles en su modelo educativo y organizacional, y el impacto transformador que esto tiene en los estudiantes y la comunidad.

Puntos Destacados:

◾ 𝗙𝗼𝗿𝗺𝗮𝗰𝗶𝗼́𝗻 𝗱𝗲 𝗙𝘂𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗼𝘀 𝗟í𝗱𝗲𝗿𝗲𝘀: Cómo SEK prepara a los estudiantes para ser agentes de cambio positivo en la sociedad.

◾ 𝗖𝗲𝗿𝘁𝗶𝗳𝗶𝗰𝗮𝗰𝗶𝗼́𝗻 𝗕 𝗖𝗼𝗿𝗽: La importancia de este reconocimiento para SEK y cómo promueve prácticas empresariales sostenibles.

◾ 𝗘𝗱𝘂𝗰𝗮𝗰𝗶𝗼́𝗻 𝗧𝗿𝗮𝗻𝘀𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺𝗮𝗱𝗼𝗿𝗮: Iniciativas y programas que demuestran el compromiso de SEK con una educación que va más allá del logro académico.

◾ 𝗜𝗺𝗽𝗮𝗰𝘁𝗼 𝘆 𝗠𝗲𝗱𝗶𝗰𝗶𝗼́𝗻: Estrategias de SEK para medir y asegurar que la sostenibilidad sea una parte integral de la experiencia educativa.

◾ 𝗖𝗼𝗺𝘂𝗻𝗶𝗰𝗮𝗰𝗶𝗼́𝗻 𝗜𝗻𝘁𝗲𝗿𝗻𝗮: La importancia de fortalecer el compromiso con la sostenibilidad dentro de SEK antes de comunicarlo al exterior.

Descubre cómo la educación y la sostenibilidad pueden confluir para formar líderes del mañana y transformar comunidades. Únete a nosotros en esta conversación reveladora sobre la visión y las acciones de SEK en pro de un futuro más sostenible.

🔗 Conoce más sobre Paula y su trabajo en SEK Education Group en su perfil de LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/paulacastilla/ y en https://www.sek.es/sostenibilidad/

At the 𝗔𝗣𝗟𝗔𝗡𝗘𝗧 𝗦𝘂𝗺𝗺𝗶𝘁 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟰, the third panel focused on "𝗥𝗲𝗮𝗹-𝘄𝗼𝗿𝗹𝗱 𝗖𝗦𝗥𝗗 𝗦𝘁𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗲𝗴𝗶𝗲𝘀''. This session delves into practical strategies for implementing the Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive (CSRD) in various industries. The discussion highlights the challenges and opportunities associated with the directive, emphasizing the importance of structured ESG data, stakeholder engagement, and comprehensive compliance strategies. Insights from companies illustrate how to navigate the complexities of CSRD, transforming compliance into a catalyst for sustainable business practices.⁣

At the 𝗔𝗣𝗟𝗔𝗡𝗘𝗧 𝗦𝘂𝗺𝗺𝗶𝘁 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟰, the second panel focused on "𝘾𝙎𝙍𝘿: 𝙋𝙧𝙖𝙘𝙩𝙞𝙘𝙖𝙡 𝙄𝙣𝙨𝙞𝙜𝙝𝙩𝙨," exploring the key challenges businesses face with the Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive (CSRD). The session provided practical advice, preparation tips, and highlighted essential details to ensure effective CSRD compliance. Key topics included the significance of double materiality, the evolution of sustainability reporting standards, the role of digital technologies in compliance, and the importance of stakeholder engagement. The discussions emphasized the need for structured processes, internal training, and the strategic integration of sustainability and financial goals.

🔎 Cas d'Étude : Découvrez la transformation du reporting ESG chez THOM Group avec la plateforme APLANET.

◼️ ⁠THOM Group⁠ : Un leader européen de la bijouterie avec des enseignes telles que Histoire d'Or, Marc Orian et Agatha.

◼️ Interviewé : 🎤 ⁠Andreas Doucet⁠, CSR Project and Reporting Officer chez THOM Group.

◼️ Défis : Gestion complexe des données ESG dispersées à travers diverses entités internationales, précédemment gérées manuellement via Excel.

◼️ Solutions apportées par APLANET : Intégration de la plateforme pour simplifier et optimiser le reporting extra-financier.

◼️ Résultats obtenus : Amélioration significative de l'efficacité, de la transparence, et de l'engagement des parties prenantes.

◼️ Impact final : THOM Group devient plus agile et réactif dans la gestion du développement durable.