S2: Sustainably Speaking Beyond the Aula

Are you ready to embark on a sustainability conversation that takes you beyond the typical classroom setting? Look no further than our new student-led podcast series, which gives you a deeper understanding which sustainability topics are currently in focus at the IIIEE and its expert network. In each episode, we bring you conversations between sustainability change-agents at the IIIEE. Led by EMP and MESPOM students, the mini-series covers broad insights into the student body, the programs, and inspirational figures of one of the most prestigious sustainability research institutions in Europe. With themes ranging from food, industry, business innovation, and urban sustainability, this podcast is the perfect way to stay informed and inspired on the latest developments in the field of sustainability research, practices as well as policy and legislation. So what are you waiting for? Join us to learn more about and to spread the sustainability insights, challenges and opportunities!

S2: Sustainably Speaking Beyond the Aula is a science podcast hosted by International Institute for Industrial Environmental Economics, with 19 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.

International Institute for Industrial Environmental Economics hosts S2: Sustainably Speaking Beyond the Aula, a science show with 19 episodes published.

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  Episode #5

  S3-E4: Carl Eneroth (Stories That Unite Us) on reframing and reinforcing our views on the environment

  Apr 7, 202615 minS3

  <p>In the fourth episode of the season 3, Andres and Lotte joined Carl Eneroth to comment on his 4-part documentary “Stand with Courage”, discussing themes such as the courage to resist and speak up for the (unrighteously) unspoken. Thus, in the context of sustainability, it makes natural sense to draw attention to the fact that our understanding about our environment has never been so big – yet our action remains so little. Constructed narratives play a central role in how we perceive the current state of environmental (un)protection. How much more time will it take for us to finally take up dec...

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  S3-E3: Jakob Gamrot (Grundfos) on the hidden link between water and climate.

  Jan 29, 202635 minS3

  <p>In the third episode of season 3, Marianna Pilecka invites Jakob Gamrot, Global Sustainability Strategy Advisor at Grundfos, to unpack the often-overlooked connection between water and climate change. Together, they explore why most climate impacts are expressed through water, how water management can accelerate or slow down emissions, and what this means for climate action. Using Poland’s drained wetlands and peatlands as a concrete case, the conversation moves from local water changes to regional and global climate effects, before closing with practical solutions, from nature-based restoration to smart water technologies and business models.</p>

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  Episode #3

  S3-E2: Aaron Juarez (WWF Sweden) on sustainable urban food initiatives

  Oct 10, 202535 minS3

  <p>In the second episode of season 3, Yookyung Oh invites Aaron Juarez from WWF Sweden to talk about WWF’s sustainable food initiatives along with challenges and strategies for urban food system transformation. Aaron has a background in Disaster Risk Management and Climate Change Adaptation, he worked in Umeå city as Climate and Sustainability Projects Coordinator and is now working as Food and Cities programme lead at WWF Sweden.</p>

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  Episode #7

  S2-E7: Perspectives from the Global South at the IIIEE

  May 8, 202547 minS2

  <p>In advance of an upcoming session at the 2025 IIIEE Alumni Conference, this episode offers background and food for thought on the ongoing discussions regarding diversity, equity, and inclusion at the IIIEE. Specifically, it foregrounds perspectives from the Global South at the Institute and the implications for sustainability of working in diverse international contexts. Host, Ari Ronai-Durning is joined by Patricia Pasaribu and Daniela Alfaro Valle from Batch 29 of the EMP program.</p>

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  Episode #2

  S3-E1: Pia Heidenmark Cook on sustainability transformations, her book and where we are today

  May 7, 202545 minS3

  <p>In the first episode of season 3, Sofie invites Pia Heidenmark Cook to talk about sustainability transformations and her (almost) newly published book ‘Embedding sustainability: How to drive organizational transformation’ (2024). Pia graduated from IIIEE in 1997 and has since made a name for herself in the sustainability scene, including as former CSO of IKEA. After almost 30 years in the field, Pia shares her thoughts on where we are today inviting listeners to stay hopeful and to look for the positive stories.</p>

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