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Understanding plastic waste & how it impacts our lives

Jeff Gitterman is joined by Eric Maidenberg, the Managing Director of Plastiks, to discuss Eric's journey from asset management to sustainability and why he opted to focus on plastics. They also have a conversation on understanding plastic waste & how it impacts our lives. In addition, Eric explains plastic credit, its environmental impact, and how Plastiks empowering businesses to fight plastic pollution around the globe.

Sustainability in the asset management industry

Jeff Gitterman is joined by Brett Wayman, a Managing Partner at Overlay Capital, to discuss the importance of sustainability in the asset management industry. They also analyze factors influencing investing in early stage sustainability and why Overlay Capital is investing in the built environment sector. In addition, they discuss bi-partisan approach to mitigate climate change and how AI could spur environmental sustainability.

Crucial role played by insurance in the climate change fight

Jeff Gitterman is joined by Martin Diaz Plata, Head of Private Equity Investments at BlueOrchard Finance Ltd, to have a conversation on the reasons why Martin opted for a career in impact investing. They also discuss the crucial role played by insurance in the climate change fight and how BlueOrchard has impacted over 70 million people globally. In addition, they discuss how embedded & parametric insurance are evolving and the challenges of raising funds for impact investing.

CapShift – Amplifying impact investing

Adam Rein, CEO and Co-Founder of CapShift, joins Jeff Gitterman to discuss how CapShift empowers financial and philanthropic institutions, and amplifies impact investing. They also analyze the power of charitable assets in impact investing.

Managing the social return on investment

Beth Williamson, Vice President & Head of Sustainable Equity Research and Associate Portfolio Manager at Calamos Investments, joins Remy Blaire to discuss managing a sustainable portfolio and an approach to managing the social return on investment.

The intersection of ESG and AI in tackling climate change

Jeff Gitterman is joined by Josh Hatch, Principal & Partner at Brightworks Sustainability, to discuss how they are assisting clients in establishing & implementing sustainability programs. They also discuss the growth of the digital economy and how it can be sustainable. In addition, they discuss the intersection of ESG & AI in tackling climate change, Brightworks' future investment plans, and the main drivers of the sustainability conversation.

Highlights from COP28 & UAE launching a $30 billion climate investment fund

Satya Tripathi, the Secretary-General at the Global Alliance for a Sustainable Planet (GASP), joins Vince Molinari to discuss the highlights from COP28 in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. They also have a conversation on the UAE launching a $30 billion climate investment fund at COP28 and the implementation of the fund & why it's crucial to build partnerships with various stakeholders. In addition, they discuss the role of atmospheric rivers in the global water supply system and how global warming affects everyone.

Importance of a bipartisan approach to climate change and involving young people in climate activism

Jeff Gitterman is joined by Christopher Barnard, President of the American Conservation Coalition to talk about the importance of a bipartisan approach to climate change. They also discuss conservative solutions to climate change, how climate change is a liability for Republicans, and how the American Conservation Coalition is involving young people in climate activism.

The inspiring story of Anthony J Pecorella and an unlikely friendship that changed his life

Anthony J Pecorella, Student-Athlete at Stony Brook University and Fellowship Executive Board Member at Team Impact, joins Vince Molinari to discuss his battle with cancer and Team Impact. Team impact matches children facing serious illness and disabilities with college sports teams. Anthony also describes an impactful relationship he made with 4-year-old Eliana during his hospital stay. To help her family with the financial struggles with her treatment, please visit the link below to donate to Eliana's GoFundMe. https://www.gofundme.com/f/elis-final-fight?utm_campaign=p_cp+share-sheet&utm_medium=sms&utm_source=customer

Trends in the bond and equity markets

Jeff Gitterman is joined by Rebecca Palmer, the Director of Sustainable Finance at ICE Data Services, to discuss impact bonds and what is happening in the sector. They also analyze the trends witnessed in the bond and equity markets. In addition, they discuss the surge in bond sales in the Middle East and future trends in the bond market.

Advancing and educating policymakers on sustainable investing

Jeff Gitterman is joined by Maria Lettini, CEO of the US Sustainable Investment Forum, to discuss advancing sustainable investing in the U.S. They also discuss the organization's core mandate and educating policymakers on sustainable investing. In addition, they talk about anti-ESG rhetoric as the U.S. heads into the 2024 general election and how US SIF is working with financial advisors to get more education on sustainability.

Impact investing in the real estate industry

Jeremy Keele, Managing Partner & co-founder at Catalyst Opportunity Funds, joins Jeff Gitterman to discuss impact investing in the real estate industry. They also discuss naturally occurring and the shortage of affordable housing, and how to solve homelessness in the U.S. In addition, they discuss the need for new policies to incentivize the development of affordable units, the effect of high-interest rates on affordable housing, and how Catalyst Opportunity Funds encourage diversity, equality, and inclusivity.