Future Bites By Future Green

On the latest episode of Future Bites, we sit down with Santosh Salunkhe, Transformation & Social Value Manager at Dunsters Farm (spoiler: not actually a farm), to talk about what happens when sustainability stops being a “role” and becomes a shared language across a fast-moving food business.Santosh joined Future Green’s very first Carbon Literacy cohort in early 2024 — and now he’s trained 30+ colleagues (and even suppliers), helping embed systems thinking into everything from warehouse operations to customer conversations.In this conversation, we uncover:🚚 How carbon data can shift driver behaviour — from idling to freezer use in multi-temp fleets🧠 Why “plastic blinkers” might be the most useful idea in the whole training💬 How sustainability training helps sales teams speak with confidence (and credibility)📉 The story behind a 70% reduction in plastic use — and a 40% cost saving🌍 Why focusing on recycling alone can be a trap — and what to look at insteadThis one’s a reminder that you don’t need to be a climate scientist to lead change — but you do need the tools, the mindset, and the confidence to act.👉 Follow Future Bites to stay up to date with our latest podcast episodes, sustainability spotlights, and ideas shaping the future of food and business.Want to share your story? Get in touch at [email protected]— we love featuring the people and ideas driving change in food and sustainability.🎥 Want to watch the conversation? Catch the full episode on our YouTube channel:https://www.youtube.com/@futuregreenglobalhttps://www.youtube.com/@futuregreenglobal

Meet Dana Winograd, Executive Director of Plastic Free Seas — one of Hong Kong’s most respected environmental education charities and a driving force behind plastic reduction across schools, communities, and businesses.After more than a decade fighting plastic pollution, Dana joins us to unpack a hard truth: recycling alone won’t save us — and in some cases, it’s holding us back.From wet markets to office lunch breaks, reusable systems to government policy, this conversation cuts through green myths and gets real about what actually shifts behaviour.In this Member Spotlight, discover:🌊 Why only ~10% of plastic is ever recycled — and why “putting it in the right bin” isn’t enough♻️ Why reduce and reuse sit above recycling — and how to design systems people actually use🥤 How bottled water became normal in a city with safe tap water — and what schools can do differently🏫 Why schools are one of the biggest untapped opportunities for waste reduction and behaviour change🏢 What offices, landlords, and CSR teams can do tomorrow to make reuse the default, not the exception👉 Follow Future Bites to stay up to date with our latest podcast episodes, sustainability spotlights, and ideas shaping the future of food and business.Want to share your story? Get in touch at [email protected]— we love featuring the people and ideas driving change in food and sustainability.Reach out to Dana to learn more or get involved: 🎥 Want to watch the conversation? Catch the full episode on our YouTube channel:https://www.youtube.com/@futuregreenglobal

Meet Marianne Macdonald, Founder of Animals Aotearoa, who is transforming the way poultry is raised — and pushing businesses across New Zealand and Asia to rethink welfare, transparency, and what “ethical sourcing” really means.From cage-free eggs to higher-welfare chicken, Marianne reveals the hidden realities of intensive farming — and the powerful role consumers and food businesses play in rewriting the story.In this Member Spotlight, discover:🐣 Why cage-free eggs are rising in Hong Kong — and the hidden suffering still behind conventional battery cages🍗 How fast-growing chicken breeds became a global welfare crisis — and the Better Chicken Commitment offering a path forward🏭 The link between factory farming, antibiotic resistance, zoonotic disease, and food safety🌱 Why animal welfare is a sustainability issue — from climate and health to community well-being📢 How smart policy, clear labelling, and consumer pressure can shift entire supply chains🪧 Inside Animals Aotearoa’s bold new campaign challenging public perceptions of chicken farming👉 Follow Future Bites to stay up to date with our latest podcast episodes, sustainability spotlights, and ideas shaping the future of food and business.Want to share your story? Get in touch at [email protected] — we love featuring the people and ideas driving change in food and sustainability.Reach out to Marianne to learn more or get involved: [email protected].🎥 Want to watch the conversation? Catch the full episode on our YouTube channel:https://www.youtube.com/@futuregreenglobal

Meet Basel Kirmani — former chemistry teacher, corporate leader, and now one of Hong Kong’s emerging sustainability trainers empowering teams to take meaningful climate action.From championing internal green initiatives to becoming a Carbon Literate professional and Future Green Train-the-Trainer alum, Basel is helping organisations build the confidence and shared language needed to turn climate ambition into practical action.In this Spotlight, discover:🌍 Why Carbon Literacy is a powerful framework for building climate-confident teams📚 How Basel makes climate science simple, engaging, and human💼 Why sustainability belongs across every department — not just in ESG or CSR🔥 The role of personal stories in inspiring real behaviour change👉 Follow Future Bites to explore stories of innovation and leadership shaping the future of sustainability.Want to share your story? Get in touch at [email protected] — we love featuring the people turning sustainability into action.Connect with Basel and explore his work at Turquoise Sustainability to learn how organisations can build climate-ready teams.🎥 Want to watch the conversation? Catch the full episode on our YouTube channel: https://youtu.be/IWoSY-sDfUg

Meet the team from Chinese International School (CIS) — where sustainability isn’t a side project, it’s part of the curriculum.From composting and roof gardens to a student-led Biodiversity Summit, CIS is turning big ideas like climate action and circular economy into daily learning. With a 2033 net-zero target and sustainability integrators across all age groups, the school is showing what it means to grow the next generation of changemakers.In this Education Spotlight, discover:🌱 How CIS’s Vision 33 strategy embeds net-zero goals across campus operations🥕 Why partnerships — from food service to waste management, are key to scaling impact📊 How tracking data and small wins drive behaviour change schoolwide🍽️ What a “biodiverse lunch” can teach students about climate-friendly eating👩‍🏫 Why having dedicated sustainability roles for teachers makes all the difference👉 Follow Future Bites to explore stories of innovation, education, and leadership shaping the future of sustainability.Want to share your story? Get in touch at [email protected]— we love featuring the people and ideas turning sustainability into action.Reach out to the CIS team at [email protected] to learn how educators and students are walking the talk.🎥 Want to watch the conversation? Catch the full episode on our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@futuregreenglobal

Meet Gigi Lau, Customer Experience and Sustainability Director at Compass Group Hong Kong, who turned a simple plastic-free campaign into a blueprint for climate-conscious dining across schools and corporate offices.From banning straws to serving 50,000 meals a day with purpose, Gigi reveals how Compass is reimagining food service — proving that culture change starts with one small decision.In this Member Spotlight, discover:🥤 How a no-straw policy grew into Compass’s plastic-free movement🍱 What it takes to co-create a sustainability roadmap through a Future Green Strategy Sprint🌾 Why the 30:70 plant-forward model is redefining balanced, climate-friendly eating☕ How design thinking and behavioural nudges make the sustainable choice irresistible🌍 Why persistence, partnership, and patience are the real ingredients of long-term change👉 Follow Future Bites to explore more stories of innovation, impact, and leadership shaping the future of food and sustainability.Want to share your story? Get in touch at [email protected] — we love featuring the people and ideas turning sustainability into action.Reach out to Compass Group Hong Kong at [email protected] to learn how they’re embedding sustainability into every meal.🎥 Want to watch the conversation? Catch the full episode on our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@futuregreenglobal

Meet Matt Friedman, CEO of The Mekong Club, who is exposing the hidden exploitation behind the food we eat — and empowering businesses to take action against modern slavery.From forced labour on fishing boats to child workers in cocoa fields, Matt reveals how global supply chains still depend on unseen human suffering — and what it takes to change that story.In this Member Spotlight, discover:🌊 How forced labour shows up in seafood — and why transparency saves lives🍫 The hidden human cost of chocolate, coffee, and palm oil🧭 Practical tools every business can use to spot and stop exploitation🤖 How AI, blockchain, and e-learning are transforming supply chain accountability📚 Why reflection, resilience and hope lie at the heart of Matt’s book Awakenings: The Advocate👉 Follow Future Bites to stay up to date with our latest podcast episodes, sustainability spotlights, and ideas shaping the future of food and business.Want to share your story? Get in touch at [email protected], we love featuring the people and ideas driving change in food and sustainability.Reach out to Matt at [email protected] to learn how your business can take action against modern slavery.🎥 Want to watch the conversation? Catch the full episode on our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@futuregreenglobal

Meet James Chang, founder of GEB Impact Technology, who is pioneering a radical rethink of what we eat — using microalgae to deliver sustainable protein, climate resilience, and a new vision for food.From tempeh fortified with algae to AI-optimised cultivation, James shares how GEB is scaling food solutions that are as good for the planet as they are for people.In this Member Spotlight, discover:🌱 Why microalgae could be the missing link in global food security🥢 How GEB’s food innovation arm Eiyoka is making algae-powered products accessible🌍 The potential for scalable, local algae cultivation to empower farmers and cut carbon🤖 How AI is transforming algae growth into a smart, sustainable system👉 Follow Future Bites to stay up to date with our latest podcast episodes, sustainability spotlights, and ideas shaping the future of food and business.Want to share your story? Get in touch at [email protected], we love featuring the people and ideas driving change in food and sustainability.Reach out to James at [email protected] to learn more about how GEB is using microalgae to build a smarter, more sustainable food future.🎥 Want to watch the conversation? Catch the full episode on our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@futuregreenglobal

What if every menu choice showed its climate impact? Meet Laurent Houdremont, Head of Food Solutions & Marketing at Sodexo Hong Kong, who is leading the charge to make sustainable dining the new normal.From piloting carbon-labelled menus in schools to sourcing local honey, milk, and organic produce, Laurent shares how Sodexo Hong Kong is rethinking dining experiences to cut emissions and empower communities to make greener choices.In this Member Spotlight, discover:🥗 How Sodexo is rolling out carbon labelling across Hong Kong’s schools and corporates🌾 Why Future 50 Foods are shaping the next generation of plant-based menus🐝 The power of local sourcing — from cage-free eggs to Hong Kong farms and beekeepers🌏 How to localise a global sustainability strategy for Asian markets👉 Follow Future Bites to stay up to date with our latest podcast episodes, sustainability spotlights, and ideas shaping the future of food and business.Want to share your story? Get in touch at [email protected], we love featuring the people and ideas driving change in food and sustainability. Reach out to Laurent at [email protected] to learn how Sodexo is transforming sustainable dining in Hong Kong.🎥 Want to watch the conversation? Catch the full episode on our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@futuregreenglobal

Can sustainable eating be irresistible? Meet Punam Chopra, founder of SpiceBox Organics and the innovative FERM — in this inspiring conversation.From crafting multi-legume tempeh that breaks the “boring plant-based” stereotype to partnering with chefs and inspiring home cooks, Punam shares how she’s blending flavour, nutrition, and sustainability in every bite.In this Member Spotlight, discover:🌱 Why FERM's tempeh goes beyond soy — with chickpea, mung bean, lentil, and black bean varieties🍽 How chefs and schools are bringing FERM's products to kitchens across Hong Kong and beyond♻ The sustainability principles that guide every decision at FERM💡 Tips for making plant-based protein convenient, delicious, and eco-friendly👉 Follow Future Bites to stay up to date with our latest podcast episodes, sustainability spotlights, and ideas shaping the future of food and business.Want to share your story? Get in touch at [email protected], we love featuring the people and ideas driving change in food and sustainability.Reach out to Punam at [email protected] to learn how sustainable eating can be irresistible. 🎥 Want to watch the conversation? Catch the full episode on our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@futuregreenglobal

Has your business made the shift to reuse yet? If not—what’s holding you back? ♻️Discover what it really takes to transition to reuse systems—from the mindset shift to the operational changes and how leading businesses are already making it work.In this Future Green Member Spotlight episode, we speak with Natasha from Muuse, a pioneer in reusable packaging solutions operating in the U.S., Canada, Hong Kong, and Singapore. We dive into how they’re overcoming challenges, designing scalable systems, and making reuse practical, profitable, and planet-friendly.Don’t miss this inspiring conversation that might just change the way you think about packaging. 💬🌍👉 Follow Future Bites to stay up to date with our latest podcast episodes, sustainability spotlights, and ideas shaping the future of food and business.Want to share your story? Get in touch at [email protected], we love featuring the people and ideas driving change in food and sustainability.Reach out to Natasha at [email protected] to learn how your business can make the shift to reuse. 🎥 Want to watch the conversation? Catch the full episode on our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@futuregreenglobal