Stuart Rowland, Founder & CEO, and Alexa Mangeant, Partnerships Specialist at Revalue, on Rebuilding Trust in Carbon Markets | Season Eight, Episode Eight

Welcome to Season Eight of Conversations in Cleantech!   From inspiring stories and words of wisdom to conversations on overcoming obstacles and fostering innovation, you can expect to learn from the trailblazers who are navigating the complexities of change to build a cleaner, more sustainable future.   In this episode of Conversations in Cleantech, our host, Jenny Gladman, is joined by Stuart Rowland, Founder & CEO, and Alexa Mangeant, Partnerships Specialist at Revalue, to explore how the company is redefining carbon markets with scientific precision, technology, and deep partnerships.   The carbon credit market is evolving. As demand for credible, high-quality carbon credits grows, companies and policymakers are navigating new regulations, shifting market dynamics, and focusing on scientific integrity. Revalue is leading the way in ensuring carbon credits remain a trusted and effective tool for climate action - leveraging cutting-edge technology, rigorous science, and collaboration with the world’s best project developers to create transparent, high-integrity solutions that drive real impact..   From using LIDAR technology to map carbon stocks with unprecedented accuracy to ensuring that every credit represents real, measurable climate impact, Revalue is setting a new standard for trust and transparency in carbon finance. Stuart shares how his background in physics, machine learning, and large-scale climate investments led to founding Revalue, while Alexa - who once worked on the recruitment side of cleantech at Brightsmith - now drives partnerships that bring scientifically rigorous carbon projects to life.   This conversation dives into the critical role of multi-disciplinary innovation, the importance of credible carbon credits in reaching global climate goals, and why navigating change in this space requires bold leadership, adaptability, and a relentless commitment to integrity.   Tune in now to discover how Revalue is shaping the future of carbon markets! 01:01 - Introduction to Alexa and Robert 01:59 - Alexa, can you share a bit about your background and your role at Revalue? 03:14 - Stuart, can you share a bit about your background as well? 05:57 - How does Revalue create radically better carbon credits? 08:27 - What are the most topical challenges you're focusing on, and how are you tackling them? 11:15 - What's your take on the current political situation, its impact, and where it might be headed? 14:25 - How have you seen industry groups and competitors unite to drive the sector forward, and what do you think is the broader impact of these collaborations? 21:30 - Stuart, what enables you to look beyond traditional resumes and hire people who aren’t the obvious choice on paper? 27:27 - Alexa, what has the challenge been like stepping into a new role and sector, and how has it helped you grow? 32:46 - How are you using LIDAR technology to make your business more efficient, and what impact has it had? 37:00 - Looking ahead to later this year and next, do you see any game-changing events or emerging trends? Read more on how Revalue is using LIDAR and cutting-edge technology to enhance carbon credit accuracy - https://bit.ly/3QMLX0E Connect with your host Jenny Gladman on LinkedIn. Find your guests Stuart Rowland and Alexa Mangeant on LinkedIn. Thanks for listening to Conversations in Cleantech brought to you by Brightsmith. This is a Loaded Hype production.