Emission: Possible

Most people assume that doing the right thing costs more. This episode proves otherwise.In this episode of Emission Possible, Brett Mendell MBE joins Alan Stenson for the kind of open, grounded conversation you rarely hear. What it really costs to pay people fairly. What it takes to clean up a global supply chain. And why the Net Zero journey, however slow and messy, is always worth starting.Practical, honest and genuinely motivating, this is the kind of conversation that reminds you why getting started, however small, is always worth it.What we cover in this episode:Why employee ownership creates a fundamentally different relationship between people and the business they work forHow Living Hours accreditation changed the lives of employees with no financial security or stabilityThe role media advocacy and political engagement can play in driving fair pay across an entire industryWhy SMEs face unique sustainability challenges and what practical resources are out there to helpWhat any business leader who thinks they are too small too busy or too stretched to start needs to hear🎧 Follow the show so you never miss an episode.#EmissionPossible #Sustainability #ESG #EmployeeOwnership #LivingWage #ResponsibleBusiness #SME #NeutralCarbonZone

What if your biggest untapped cost saving isn't headcount or stock, it's your energy bill?For a huge number of businesses, utilities sit in the top three outgoings. Yet most treat it as a fixed cost they can't do much about. Lewis Iggulden from Experience Energy Solutions is here to prove that wrong.In this episode, Lewis and host Alan Stenson get straight into the practical stuff, no fluff, no corporate-speak. Just honest insight on why businesses are overpaying, what they can do about it right now, and why the window to act smartly is narrowing as global energy markets stay unpredictable.Expect real numbers, real strategies and real talk on: • Flexible buying that's outperformed fixed contracts by up to 40% • Solar installs generating profit within four years • £300K+ recovered from a single client's billing errors • AI tools already transforming how energy invoices are checkedWhether you're running a growing SME or managing procurement for a multi-site operation, this episode will shift how you think about energy. Permanently.Follow Emission Possible on Spotify so you never miss an episode. Share it with someone in your network who needs to hear this, it might just save their business a small fortune.#EmissionPossible #EnergyProcurement #CleanEnergy #Podcast #NetZero

In this episode of Emission Possible, Alan Stenson is joined by Marcus Knight, founder of Be Green AI and an AI trainer and consultant working at the intersection of artificial intelligence and sustainability. Through his work, Marcus helps organisations build confidence with AI while adopting more responsible, mindful and lower-impact digital practices.They explore how AI can improve efficiency, reduce waste and support better decision-making across businesses, while also unpacking the often overlooked environmental impact of digital infrastructure, from data centres to everyday online activity. Marcus introduces the concept of “mindful AI”, a practical approach that balances productivity, cost and sustainability, helping organisations make more conscious decisions as they adopt new technologies.A key theme throughout the conversation is that progress does not come from one major shift, but from small, consistent improvements. When applied over time, these changes can significantly improve both operational performance and sustainability outcomes.Whether you’re working in sustainability, exploring AI, or leading digital transformation, this episode offers practical insights to help you use technology in a way that is both effective and responsible.🎧 Listen now to learn how to:• Use AI to improve efficiency and reduce operational waste• Understand the environmental impact of digital activity• Apply “mindful AI” in a practical, business-focused way• Balance profitability with sustainability in AI adoption• Make small changes that drive long-term impactConnect with Marcus Knight:• Website: https://www.begreenai.com/• Email: [email protected]• LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/marcusbknight/🎯 Exclusive offer for listeners:Marcus is currently offering 20% off AI workplace training, with 10 trees planted per session:https://bit.ly/aiworkshop-discount20Follow the podcast:• Subscribe for insightful conversations that spark change• Share it with someone interested in AI and sustainability

In this episode of Emission Possible, Alan Stenson is joined by Maxcene Quirke, founder of the MCFM Global Academy and UK Managing Director of Globe Williams International. With 30 years in facilities management, Maxcene shares how the sector is shifting from cost-driven contracts to long-term, purpose-led value.They discuss how organizations can close the ESG skills gap, embed sustainable practices in operations, and build resilient, human-centered leadership. Maxcene also highlights how FM can create social impact, empower communities, and nurture the next generation of professionals.Whether you’re in FM, sustainability, or leadership, this episode is packed with practical insights to turn sustainability ambitions into operational reality.🎧 Listen now to learn how to:• Shift procurement decisions from cheapest price to ethical, sustainable supply chains• Bridge ESG and Scope 3 knowledge gaps within operational teams• Lead with emotional intelligence and purpose• Empower disadvantaged communities locally and globally• Build cultural awareness for successful global operationsConnect with Maxcene Quirke:• LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/maxcene-quirke-98854a4/• X: https://mobile.x.com/Maxcene• Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@mcfmglobalacademy• Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@maxcenemcfmglobal• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/crowemaxceneFollow the podcast:• Subscribe for meaningful conversations that inspire change• Share with someone shaping change in the FM sector

In this episode, Alan Stenson chats with Maz Fletcher, founder of The Climate Consultancy and the UAE’s largest sustainability community. Maz shares her journey of creating a mission-led business while raising a family and explains how collective action can turn sustainability from a buzzword into real impact.From ESG strategy in the GCC to closing the climate literacy gap in schools and universities, Maz reveals practical ways organisations and individuals can make a difference. Discover why leadership buy-in, people-focused approaches, and community-building are the secret ingredients to scaling sustainability.Whether you’re a sustainability professional, entrepreneur, or simply curious about climate action, this episode is packed with actionable insights and inspiring stories.Listen now and learn how to turn your sustainability ambitions into real-world

What if waste could become a force for sustainability, social good, and measurable carbon savings?In this episode of Emission: Possible, host Alan Stenson sits down with Waste 2 Wonder, an organisation redefining furniture reuse through innovative circular economy strategies. We explore the hidden environmental impact of office furniture waste, and how surplus assets can be transformed into community support and social impact initiatives.The conversation highlights the School in a Box programme, which supports over 1,500 schools across 47 countries, showing how education plays a vital role in combating extreme poverty and modern slavery. We also discuss the concept of a spherical economy — putting people at the heart of sustainability — and why storytelling is key to making environmental action relatable and effective.From practical reuse strategies to future initiatives like sustainability cookery schools, this episode demonstrates how small, incremental improvements in sustainability can deliver large-scale collective impact.Tune in if you’re passionate about sustainability, the circular economy, social impact, education, and turning waste into meaningful environmental and community outcomes.

In this episode of Emission: Possible, Alan sits down with Jasper Steinhausen — founder of Business With Impact and author of Making Sustainability Profitable — to tackle one of the biggest misconceptions in business today: that sustainability is costly, complicated, and a drag on performance.Jasper breaks down why so many companies lose momentum in their sustainability efforts, why “impact follows perceived value,” and how shifting your approach can transform sustainability from a compliance burden into a genuine profit driver.Together, they explore:• How to maintain momentum in the green transition, even amid pushback• The Impact Blueprint and its five practical steps• Why resource efficiency is one of the most overlooked competitive advantages• How aligning sustainability with business priorities unlocks rapid ROI• The power of circularity to cut costs and reduce emissions simultaneously• The role of regulation, misconceptions around ESG, and what leaders are missingJasper also shares a free digital copy of his book for all listeners, check the show notes to download.https://bwimpact.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/Jasper-Steinhausen_Making-Sustainability-Profitable-1.pdfWhether you're a sustainability leader, business owner, or curious about how companies can create real impact without sacrificing performance, this episode offers clarity, strategy, and inspiration in equal measure.

In this episode of Emission: Possible, Alan Stenson sits down with Dave Carlos, Managing Director of JustOne UK, to unpack what real progress in sustainability looks like in 2025 — beyond buzzwords, compliance, and checkbox reporting.Dave shares how JustOne helps businesses navigate the fast-changing sustainability landscape, from tackling complex reporting standards to integrating purpose into every level of strategy. Together, Alan and Dave discuss:How sustainability has evolved into a business-critical functionWhy AI is transforming how we measure, report, and reduce impactThe cultural shift businesses need to make to turn goals into resultsHow to stay resilient and credible through economic and regulatory changeIf you’re a business leader looking to move from “talking about” sustainability to actually embedding it — this episode will help you rethink where progress really starts.🎙️ Emission: Possible is the podcast by NCZ, where sustainability meets strategy.👉 Subscribe on Spotify, YouTube, or Apple Podcasts for more conversations about climate action and credible business leadership.

What does true leadership look like in a sector as fast-changing as facilities management? And how do evolving technologies like AI shape the way we approach sustainability, efficiency, and decision-making?In this episode of Emission: Possible, Alan Stenson sits down with Claire Curran, Managing Director of Linaker, to discuss the challenges and opportunities of leading in one of the most dynamic industries today.Claire shares candid insights on:✔️ Embracing AI and other technologies without losing sight of people✔️ Why the FM sector is central to the UK’s net zero journey✔️ The importance of making bold, sustainable decisions in the boardroom and on the ground✔️ How to thrive in a space where change is the only constantIf you’re a business leader, facilities manager, or simply someone interested in where innovation and sustainability meet, this episode is packed with lessons, laughs, and leadership wisdom.🎧Listen or watch now on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or YouTube, and don’t forget to follow Emission: Possible for more conversations at the intersection of business and sustainability.

What role does education really play in building a sustainable future? Can universities and researchers accelerate our path to net zero — or are they still lagging behind the urgency of climate change?In this episode of Emission: Possible, we sit down with Dr. Chris Ives, Associate Professor of Environmental Management at the University of Nottingham, to explore the power of transformative education and research in driving systemic change.Together, we unpack:Why universities are pivotal to sustainability transitionsHow education equips the next generation of leaders, innovators, and changemakersThe crucial links between research, policy, and business in solving climate challengesWhy collaboration across academia, government, and industry is non-negotiableThis conversation highlights the untapped potential of academia in shaping cultural, political, and economic shifts needed for a net zero world. Whether you’re a student, educator, policymaker, or business leader, you’ll come away with a clearer view of how knowledge, learning, and research can reshape the future.👉 Subscribe to Emission: Possible on Spotify, YouTube, and Apple Podcasts for more conversations on climate action, carbon reduction, and the future of sustainable business. 🎧#EmissionPossible #NetZero #SustainabilityEducation

This week on Emission: Possible, Alan Stenson is joined by Jordan Adams, co-founder of The FTD Brothers, a campaign raising awareness for frontotemporal dementia through marathons across the globe.They talk about Jordan’s advocacy through sport and running challenges, the emotional power of storytelling and advocacy, and why social sustainability is just as vital as carbon reduction and other aspects of sustainability.An episode full of heart, purpose, and movement — in every sense.

Alan Stenson speaks with Robbie Mould, founder of Mativus, about the surprising carbon impact of digital infrastructure — and why your website’s footprint matters for your net zero journey.Discover how businesses can measure, manage, and reduce digital emissions to stay credible, win contracts, and lead on sustainability. Listen now and start building a more climate-conscious digital presence.

Welcome to Emission: Possible — the podcast where sustainability gets real. Hosted by Alan Stenson, CEO of Neutral Carbon Zone, we cut through the noise to bring you clear, credible conversations on carbon, climate, and corporate action. No fluff. Just the facts that move us forward.

In the first episode of Emission: Possible, Alan Stenson is joined by Scott Armstrong — a veteran of the energy and sustainability sector — to explore the critical role of sustainability education, the fight against climate disinformation, and what corporate sustainability needs to look like today.Scott brings decades of experience from across the industry, having led transformative carbon reduction programmes and worked at the heart of sustainability certification and consultancy. This episode is a practical, no-spin conversation for anyone working at the intersection of business, climate, and change.🌍 Let’s make sustainability make sense — together.Presented by Neutral Carbon Zone. #SustainabilityPodcast #ClimateEducation #EmissionPossible #CorporateSustainability #CarbonAccounting #ScottArmstrong #AlanStenson