For more than two decades, companies have relied on emission factors, spreadsheets, and high-level averages to calculate their carbon footprints. But what if this entire system is fundamentally flawed?

In this episode of Raw Green, Francesco De Lieto and Emma Mee speak with Spencer Brennan, founder of Neutreeno (https://www.neutreeno.com/), about why today’s carbon accounting methods often fail to deliver the precision and insight needed for real decarbonisation — especially in complex, global supply chains.

Spencer explains why traditional approaches can create a false sense of accuracy, how outdated databases distort Scope 3 emissions, and why spend-based carbon accounting can lead to massive overestimation. He introduces Neutreeno’s process-based modelling approach, built around thousands of real industrial processes, designed to deliver faster, auditable, and more actionable “engineering-grade” carbon data.

From PlayStation consoles to steel, cement, pharma, and energy infrastructure, this conversation looks at how better data can unlock faster decarbonisation — and why measuring emissions is only useful if it leads to real change.

A deep, honest discussion on the future of carbon accounting, sustainable procurement, and the tools companies will need to meet their 2030 targets.

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In this episode of Raw Green, Francesco De Lieto and Emma Mee speak with Nick Wise, founder and CEO of OceanMind (https://oceanmind.global/) and co-founder of Climate TRACE (https://climatetrace.org/), about what really happens at sea when nobody is watching.

Nick explains how satellites, artificial intelligence, and data-driven intelligence are being used to expose illegal fishing, environmental crime, forced labour, and regulatory blind spots across the world’s oceans. The conversation explores why enforcement remains so difficult, the limits of certification and traceability, and the growing risks linked to deep-sea mining.

A rare, behind-the-scenes look at the hidden systems shaping life at sea — and what it will really take to make ocean protection work.

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Are green and sustainability jobs really declining — or is the narrative misleading?

Despite the gloomy headlines, the reality may be more complex than it appears.

In this episode of Raw Green, Francesco and Emma are joined by Martin Kettlewell, founder of Pure Fuel (https://www.pure-fuel.com/), a recruitment firm operating across the UK and UAE, to unpack what is actually happening in the sustainability job market — and what may come next.

We discuss whether the green jobs boom has truly peaked, how politics, regulation and global uncertainty are reshaping hiring decisions, and where demand for talent is really moving.

The conversation also explores the trade-offs of relocating to markets such as Dubai, the growing role of AI in recruitment and sustainability roles, and what both professionals and founders can do to stay adaptable in a changing market.

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"Can we really extract platinum from waste using bacteria?"

Platinum group metals sit at the heart of the energy transition, enabling everything from catalysts and electronics to hydrogen and clean energy technologies. Yet their supply is highly concentrated, energy-intensive, and increasingly constrained.

In this episode of Raw Green, Francesco and Emma explore a radically different approach: using bacteria to extract and recycle platinum group metals from waste streams.

Together and based on the research of Dr. Chris Egan-Morriss and Patrick King, researchers from the University of Manchester, we unpack how metal-reducing bacteria can recover platinum from dilute industrial effluents and e-waste, why this matters for supply security, and what life-cycle assessment reveals about the real environmental impacts of biorecovery compared to mining and conventional recycling.

The conversation covers the promise — and the limits — of biological recovery, the role of e-waste as an underused resource, the challenges of scaling up bioprocesses, and what needs to change for these technologies to move from the lab into industrial reality.

Raw Green is produced and sponsored by OBE, a sustainability consultancy firm specialised in Life Cycle Assessment, research and green technologies. 

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“We will have a multi-fuel future.”

Shipping underpins global trade — but it’s also one of the hardest sectors to decarbonise.

In this episode of Raw Green, Francesco and Emma are joined by Grant Brown, Director of Corporate Strategy (EMEA) at Hitachi, to unpack what shipping & maritime decarbonisation actually looks like in practice. From alternative fuels like e-methanol and e-ammonia, to the role of ports, infrastructure, and policy, the conversation goes beyond theory into real-world constraints.

Grant explains why no single solution will dominate shipping, and how strategy, supply chains, regulation, and geopolitics are shaping the path to net-zero.

Key takeaways:

• E-ammonia is expected to be a key fuel for deep-sea shipping.

• E-methanol is closer to adoption due to mature engine technology.

• The maritime sector is lagging behind other industries in decarbonization efforts.

• Innovative solutions like rigid and jet-sails can provide immediate carbon savings.

Raw Green is produced and sponsored by OBE, a sustainability consultancy firm specialised in Life Cycle Assessment, research and green technologies. 

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Tyre wear is one of the biggest sources of microplastic pollution — but few people know it even exists. In this episode of Raw Green, Francesco and Emma speak with Hanson Cheng and Siobhan Anderson from The Tyre Collective (thetyrecollective.com), a team developing innovative technology to capture tyre particulate matter directly at the source.

We explore why tyre dust matters for air quality, water quality, public health, and sustainability, and how smart design and engineering can help cities across Europe and beyond reduce environmental impact. A hopeful look at a hidden pollution problem — and the people working to solve it.

Key takeaways:

• Tire wear contributes significantly to microplastic pollution.

• The Tire Collective aims to capture tire pollution at the source using electrostatics.

• Regulatory frameworks are beginning to address tire pollution in Europe and the US.

• Driving style can significantly impact tire wear and pollution levels.

• There is a growing awareness of the health impacts of microplastics from tire wear.

• Consumer awareness and labeling of tire pollution are on the horizon with Euro7 regulations.

• Collaboration between tire manufacturers, regulators, and technology developers is essential.

• Future solutions may include better tire materials and improved vehicle designs.

Raw Green is produced and sponsored by OBE, a sustainability consultancy firm specialised in Life Cycle Assessment, research and green technologies. 

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In this episode of Raw Green, Francesco De Lieto and Emma Mee speak with Neil Spann, CEO of Power Roll,(https://www.powerroll.solar), about the company’s breakthrough in flexible solar technology. Power Roll’s unique micro-groove design enables lightweight, low-cost solar films that generate power from both sides — opening new possibilities for rooftops, facades, and unconventional surfaces worldwide.

Neil shares insights on efficiency, durability, and scaling production through strategic partnerships, along with how this technology cuts carbon, reduces costs, and could redefine the solar industry’s future.

Key takeaways:
• Solar energy remains the fastest and most affordable to deploy.
• Power Roll’s flexible films use patented micro-groove technology.

• Large number of applications, where conventional solar cannot go.
• Dual-sided generation and roll-to-roll manufacturing improve yield and cost.
• Lower O&M and embodied carbon than traditional panels.
• Strategic collaborations are central to scaling global deployment.

If you’re interested in solar, renewable energy and new technologies development, this episode is for you.

Raw Green is produced and sponsored by OBE, a sustainability consultancy firm specialised in Life Cycle Assessment, research and green technologies. 

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We’ve all heard it — and it sounds apocalyptic. But is it true, or just a gimmick to spark urgency while so many still miss the red flags? And yes, we’ve all watched Clarkson’s Farm!

In this episode, Francesco De Lieto and Emma Mee discuss the critical state of soil health and its implications for agriculture with Andrej Porovic, co-founder of PES Technologies (https://www.pestechnologies.com/). They explore the importance of understanding soil health, the role of technology in soil testing, and the need for immediate data to inform farming decisions.

The conversation also touches on the potential for soil carbon measurement as a source of income for farmers and the future applications of PES Technologies' innovations in various sectors.

In this episode we unpack:

• 60% of the world's soil is degraded, impacting food production.
• Immediate data from soil testing can improve farming decisions.
• PES Technologies offers affordable and rapid soil testing solutions, on par with lab tests.
• Soil carbon measurement can provide financial benefits to farmers.
• Farmers are generally receptive to technology but cautious due to past experiences.
• Soil health impacts agricultural productivity and resilience to climate change.

• Understanding soil biology is crucial for sustainable farming practices.

If you’re interested in agri-tech, farming, and the vital role of soil management, this episode is for you.

#Farming #soilmanagement #climate #climatetech #Sustainability #agritech

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AI is reshaping our world, but it comes at a cost: ever-larger data centres consuming vast amounts of energy and water while generating emissions and e-waste. In this episode of Raw Green, Francesco and Emma talk with Charlie Beharrell, Commercial Director at HEATA (https://www.heata.co), about why decentralisation matters.

HEATA’s model distributes compute power into homes, turning waste heat into free hot water and delivering major efficiency and cost gains. We discuss the challenges and upsides of decentralised cloud computing, the role of government collaboration, and how decentralised infrastructure could make AI more sustainable while providing a social benefit.

In this episode we unpack:

• AI is driving unprecedented growth in data centre energy consumption.

• Centralised data centres face limits: high energy and water demand, grid strain, and rising costs.

• Decentralisation offers a way to improve efficiency and resilience.

• HEATA captures waste heat from computing and provides free hot water for households.

• Customers can save 20–40% on costs while improving sustainability.

• Efficiency gains can exceed 100% by reusing waste heat.

• Government collaboration is critical to scaling decentralised solutions.

• E-waste and unit lifecycles must be managed to ensure long-term sustainability.

  
  

  If you are interested in AI, data centres decentralisation and sustainability, this is your episode.

  
  

  #DataCenters #AI #Decentralization #EnergyEfficiency #Sustainability #CloudComputing

  
  

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Francesco and Emma sit down with Chris Slater, CEO of Oka – The Carbon Insurance Company (https://carboninsurance.co/) to explore one of the biggest questions in climate finance: can insurance restore trust in carbon credits?

In this episode we unpack:

• The voluntary carbon market and why credibility is under pressure

• How carbon insurance works to manage financial, performance, and reputational risks

• The rise of certification risks and lessons from recent carbon offset scandals

• What’s next for the carbon market: from government involvement to the potential impact of a carbon tax

If you’re interested in carbon credits, offsets, climate finance, or the future of carbon markets, this conversation will help you understand how risk management tools like insurance may close the credibility gap.

#CarbonCredits #CarbonMarkets #ClimateAction #CarbonInsurance #VoluntaryCarbonMarket

Raw Green is produced and sponsored by OBE, a sustainability consultancy firm specialised in Life Cycle Assessment, research and green technologies. 

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