In this episode, hosts Dave and John are joined by Catherine O'Brien, Senior Vice President of Corporate Affairs, Regulatory, Government Relations, and Sustainability at Nestlé Canada. Catherine shares insights on balancing sustainability goals with regulatory and economic pressures, Nestlé's commitment to carbon reduction, and approaches to packaging and recycling. She also highlights the importance of partnerships and the challenges in implementing sustainable practices in a large corporation.

Tune in for a comprehensive discussion on Nestlé's sustainability journey and its impact on the environment and communities.

00:00 Introduction and Welcome

01:26 Meet Catherine O'Brien: Nestle's SVP of Corporate Affairs

01:41 Nestle's Commitment to Sustainability

03:37 Balancing Business Needs with Sustainability

04:26 Driving Change in Corporations

06:17 Nestle Canada's Approach to Carbon Reduction

09:13 Innovations in Energy and Emission Reduction

21:47 Challenges and Opportunities in Sustainability

25:17 Plant-Based Alternatives and Consumer Trends

26:22 Final Takeaways and Conclusion