Podcasts - Sustainability

Dive into the world of sustainability! Uncover what sustainable hospitality looks like in 2024 and beyond and how your business can integrate ESG initiatives into the heart of what you do. Hear from some of the most knowledgeable industry leaders, recorded live at HRC, part of Food, Drink & Hospitality Week 2024.

Social Sustainability: Putting the 'S' in ESG

Why does social sustainability matter in the F&B industry and why should it be an integral part of your sustainability planning? Restaurants form a key part of the social and economic fabric of a community, therefore operators have both an opportunity and a responsibility to have a positive impact. Our panel highlighted why the 'S' in ESG is particularly important for an industry built on social interaction and explored some of the ways in which conscious, deliberate social sustainability policies can have a positive impact on your business.

Chairperson

Juliane Caillouette-Noble, MD - Sustainable Restaurant Association

Speakers

Lorraine Copes, Founder - Be Inclusive Hospitality
Chet Sharma, Chef-Patron - BiBi
Matt Wood, MD - Lexington Catering

Creating A Sustainable Food System

“It is possible to feed a growing global population while protecting our planet.” Join our panel of sustainability powerhouses as they delve into the future of food systems. We'll explore everything from aligning with sustainable development goals, advocating for sustainable nutrition, fostering ethical livelihoods, embracing sustainable ingredients and ensuring responsible sourcing. This session promises to equip you with a clear understanding of the actionable steps needed to build a truly sustainable food system, from farm to fork.

Chairperson

Arthur Potts Dawson, Head of Strategic Partnerships & Sustainability - Feed Me Seymour Health

Speakers

Harry Dyer, Director - SHRUB
Vernon Mascarenhas, Consultant
Louise Rezler, Director of Commercial Partnerships - Soil Association

Environmental Stewardship – The ‘Big E’ In ESG.

Sustainable development is critical for the hospitality industry from an environmental, social and governance perspective. In this session we will focus on the climate crisis, the risks relating to our changing planet, but also the potential rewards of becoming part of the solution. It’s a complex and, sometimes, overwhelming and intimidating area, but we will attempt to demystify it and help everyone move to positive action.

Chairperson

Sarah Duncan, Author of The Sustainable Business Book - & The Ethical Business Book

Speakers

Liam Jones, Head of Business Development - Olio
Shaunagh Duncan, Head of Sustainability for Europe & International Markets - Oatly
James Shorey, Partnership Manager - Planet Mark

FEA Masterclass - How To Find And Choose Sustainable Kitchen Equipment

What is 'sustainable' kitchen equipment and how can you recognise it from the rest? Listen to this episode, recorded live at HRC 2024, as the Foodservice Equipment Association's expert panel discuss what's really sustainable, what you should look for when choosing equipment and what training is available to help you understand and cut through the jargon.

Chairperson