SE08 EP04: How Is Blockchain Revolutionising Sustainable Finance? With Ilana Milkes Espinosa

Welcome back to Sustainably Influenced. Today, we're delving into the world of sustainable finance and the role of blockchain in reshaping investment and funding practices. You will learn about the tokenization of green assets, carbon credit markets, and impact investing driven by blockchain-based platforms. When we talk about the role of blockchain in sustainable finance, it's essential to understand that it operates on three distinct layers. The first layer involves tokenization, where assets like renewable energy projects, sustainable real estate, or green bonds are converted into digital tokens. This process makes it easier to divide and trade ownership in these assets. Today’s guest is Ilana Milkes Espinosa - an entrepreneur and designer currently focused on democratising access to environmental markets & climate investing with Selva Wild. In the past, Ilana has supported the democratisation of high quality technology education by pioneering coding bootcamps in LatAm & open sourcing the methodology with World Tech Makers (worldtechmakers.com) and developing "decentralised" maker labs to teach children how to become technology creators. She is also behind Latin America's first digital nomads. **This season is sponsored by Ernest Jones** Ernest Jones, Britain's favourite high-street jeweller, is launching an exclusive new collection called "Origin by Ernest Jones”. This dazzling collection features 28 diamond rings, from classic solitaires to contemporary halo designs. But what sets it apart is the transparency it offers. Every diamond in the collection is fully traceable, responsibly sourced, and handcrafted in recycled platinum or gold. Ernest Jones is a proud member of the World Diamond Council and the Responsible Jewelry Council. They've partnered with trusted suppliers to ensure their diamonds are conflict-free, responsibly sourced, and come from ethical mines that prioritise the well-being of miners and the environment. And guess what? Ernest Jones is the first UK retailer to bring this fully traceable, blockchain-powered collection to their high-street stores. So, join us in leading the way to a more sustainable future with Origin by Ernest Jones. Let's make a difference, one diamond at a time! Shop the collection now Until the next episode, subscribe and listen back to previous episodes of Sustainably Influenced on all good podcast platforms. You can follow @sustainablyinfluenced on Instagram and TT. I’m Bianca Foley, thank you for listening. This season of Sustainably Influenced, was produced by Content is Queen, Sound editor, Amber Miller, presented by Bianca Foley Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.