Carbon Conversations

Welcome to Carbon Conversations, a podcast by Biochar.Life. We engage not only with experts pioneering innovative environmental solutions but also with business leaders championing sustainability in their sectors. From the intricacies of biochar and renewable energy to the broader scopes of smart agriculture, we aim to shed light on the multifaceted approaches to addressing our planet's pressing challenges. Our mission is not just to inform but to inspire and empower you, our listeners, to make informed decisions and impactful changes. Subscribe and be a part of this essential conversations!

Carbon Conversations is a technology podcast hosted by Carbon Conversartions, with 36 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 80. PitchCentric scores this show on Booking Probability, Listen Score, and live audience signals refreshed every 24 hours.

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  Episode #36

  Can Smallholder Farmers Remove Carbon at Scale? - with Yovindra Kanezin

  Jul 29, 202634 minS1

  Yovindra Kanezin graduated with a Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.) (Hons) in Finance & Business Management from the University of Reading. He started his career working for the former Minister of Transport Malaysia, Dato' Sri Liow Tiong Lai. In the Ministry, he was part of the National Logistics Taskforce - NLTF (a taskforce that reports to the Prime Minister) and National Airport Planning Committee (NAPC). He also handled several projects involving Foreign Direct Investments and domestic infrastructural developments, along with the tasks of handling the day-to-day agenda of the minister and engagements with other stakeholders. Upon completing his tenure in the Ministry of Transport, he joined PayPal Malaysia as a Risk Analyst. In PayPal, he was part of the Risk team covering the European, Australian and Malaysian region, involving various regulators such as the Australian Securities and Investments Commission (ASIC), Bank Negara Malaysia (BNM), etc. Upon the closure of the Malaysian office of PayPal, he was an apprentice to Dato' Aziz Bakar, one of the founders of AirAsia Group (now Capital A Berhad), overseeing his businesses in education and agriculture. During COVID-19, he joined Eventda, a Malaysian prop-tech startup and eventually became its Country Manager and Exec Director. In 2022, he co-founded Reclimate, a Singapore-based climate tech startup (backed by Antler, an early-stage global VC). Reclimate empowers clean technology projects in Southeast Asia via carbon credits and its proprietary AI/ML powered tools. Apart from his professional career, he is also the Director of Human Capital Development in the Commonwealth Youth Innovation Hub and a member of the ASEAN Foundation. https://www.reclimate.earth/

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  Episode #35

  The Thin Green Line: Exploring Challenges in Sustainability Communications - with Mike Rhydderch

  Feb 11, 202634 minS1

  Michael is the Head of Sustainability and Social Impact (APAC) for Burson. Working across all sectors, he combines a science-based technical approach with strategic development and creativity to drive tangible sustainability outcomes for Burson clients. Michael has 11+ years in the environmental sustainability sector, working with listed and non-listed companies across a range of sectors, including energy, health, manufacturing, commercial offices, financial and professional services and technology to help measure, reduce and report on their environmental and social impact, with the ultimate goal of helping companies shift toward a regenerative future and meeting increasingly demanding regulatory and voluntary disclosure frameworks. Michael holds a Bachelor in Environment Science from Australian Catholic University, that was specifically focused on the understanding the science of ecological impacts on water quality, aquatic and terrestrial ecosystems through human activities and the appropriate management regimes to address those impacts. Michael also holds a post-Graduate Diploma Degree in Science Communication from Australian National University, where he worked with Australia's national science agency –the Commonwealth Scientific and Industrial Research Organisation (CSIRO) driving communication programs. Michael is a registered B Consultant helping companies achieve their BCorp Certification – demonstrating a company is a ‘force of good. Michael is a registered consultant under the IFRS Sustainability Consultant Content Programme. As a result, clients benefit from timely, expert-informed guidance aligned with the latest IFRS and ISSB sustainability standards, helping them stay ahead in ESG reporting and decision-making. Michael also holds certifications in ‘Valuing nature and people to inform business decision-making’ administered by the Capitals Coalition and ‘Circular Economy – Sustainable Materials Management’ administered by Lund University. Michael is registered Climate Active consultant and can help companies achieve certified carbon neutrality under the Australian Federal Government’s carbon neutral standard – Climate Active. However, as this certification is built off international standards, Michael can take this experience and apply it at a global scale.

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  Episode #34

  Powering AI Sustainably: The Future of Data Centres in Asia with Alain Mahieu

  Jan 22, 202623 minS1

  Alain Mahieu is a sustainability and energy transition leader within Singtel’s AI infrastructure division, where he supports the development of AI-ready, sustainable, low-carbon data centres across the Asia-Pacific region. His work covers the full sustainability agenda for digital infrastructure, including green energy integration, power resilience, carbon management, and resource efficiency across energy, water, and materials, with initiatives including the Singapore–Johor Special Economic Zone (SEZ). In parallel, Alain actively contributes to the Greenhouse Gas Protocol (GHGP), the world’s leading global standard for corporate greenhouse gas accounting, supporting the development and application of methodologies used by companies, investors, and regulators worldwide. His work focuses on the Scope 2 Technical Working Group, shaping guidance on electricity-related emissions that is particularly critical for data centres and other energy-intensive industries. Previously, Alain worked at ENGIE, supporting large energy users and infrastructure operators on sustainability-driven decarbonisation, renewable energy sourcing, and long-term energy transition strategies.

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  Episode #33

  Decarbonising Manufacturing: Inside Australia’s Sustainability Challenge

  Dec 2, 202540 minS1

  Laura Besley is a senior sustainability leader with more than 16 years of experience shaping and delivering sustainability strategies across sectors, including manufacturing, finance, telecommunications, real estate, and food and beverage. She has led high-impact programs spanning climate reporting, modern slavery, and community engagement, supported by deep technical expertise in frameworks such as NGERS, DJSI, ISSB/ASSB, GRI, and UNPRI. Known for her pragmatic and values-driven approach, Laura has built a reputation for helping organisations navigate complex sustainability challenges while achieving measurable, meaningful outcomes.

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  Episode #32

  From Biochar to Carbon Removal: Exploring the Future of CDR with Simon Manley

  Jul 29, 202541 minS1

  Simon comes from a project development background and is a respected technical expert with 15+ years of experience in developing and implementing CDR standards and methodologies. He has led and participated in teams to develop Verra's VM0044 Biochar methodology, both Isometric and Puro's Enhanced Rock Weathering methodologies and now new standards for both BECCS and DACCS, commissioned by the UK government. Simon is now Director of CDR for Sylvera , where he leads their team delivering data, assessments and insights to key stakeholders in the voluntary carbon market.

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