In this concluding episode of the ReFi podcast's fourth season, Maya and Tereza dive into sustainable technology with Wes Geisenberger, Vice President of Sustainability and ESG at the HBAR Foundation. The discussion spans various topics including the essential role of blockchain in addressing climate issues, insights from COP events, and Hedera's strategies for promoting sustainability. Wes highlights the significance of focusing on impact over financialization, the need for robust systems, and the promising potential of open-source technologies to facilitate large-scale sustainable initiatives. Practical advice for new entrants into the climate and Web3 intersection is also shared.

Links

👉 ReFi Podcast: twitter.com/ReFiPodcast

👉 ReFi DAO: twitter.com/refidaoist

👉 Wes’s LinkedIn profile: linkedin.com/in/wesgeisenberger/ 👉 The HBAR Foundation’s Website: hbarfoundation.org/

👉 Regenerative Finance Forum: youtube.com/watch?v=GQNnjJbsAb8 👉 Hedera grants: hbarfoundation.org/apply

👉 Tereza's X profile: https://x.com/TerezaBizkova

👉 Maya's X: https://x.com/mayazdentzel

Timestamps

[00:00] Introduction to Technology and Its Role

[00:48] Guest Introduction: Wes Gisenberger

[01:09] Reflections on ReFi and Technology

[02:00] Interview with Wes: COP Takeaways

[02:35] Blockchain and Carbon Markets

[04:02] Challenges and Opportunities in Carbon Markets

[04:50] The Role of Blockchain in Climate Finance

[06:04] Hedera's Mission and Vision

[06:28] Digitizing Methodologies and Open Source

[07:07] Building Capacity for Carbon Markets

[17:27] Hedera's Ecosystem and Sustainable Impact Fund

[28:43] State-Based Smart Contracts and Logging Technology

[29:28] Tokenization and Carbon Markets on Hedera

[30:58] Personal Journey into Climate Sustainability

[32:46] Challenges and Solutions in Environmental Data Management

[38:12] Interoperability in Blockchain and Climate Standards

[41:01] The Role of Technology in Climate Action

[45:50] Scaling the ReFi Space and Community Engagement

[49:18] Advice for Aspiring Change Makers

[51:47] Rapid Fire Questions and Conclusion

In this episode of the ReFi podcast, we speak with Anna Lerner, CEO of the Climate Collective, about her journey in using technology to combat climate change. Anna discusses the importance of product market fit for climate tech entrepreneurs, the potential of AI and blockchain in driving environmental accountability, and the crucial role of engaging local communities in climate projects. She emphasizes the need to shift focus from blaming countries for past damages to redirecting harmful subsidies towards climate and biodiversity goals. The conversation also highlights successful projects leveraging AI and blockchain for measurable environmental impact.

👉 ReFi Podcast: twitter.com/ReFiPodcast 👉 ReFi DAO: twitter.com/refidaoist 👉 Anna's LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/anna-lerner-nesbitt-0569111 👉 Climate Collective: climatecollective.org/ 👉Nature Tech Report: www.naturetechreport.com/ 👉Climate Collective's Report: climatecollective.org/indigenous-shareholdership 👉 Tereza's X profile: x.com/TerezaBizkova 👉 Maya's X: https://x.com/mayazdentzel

00:00 Introduction to Nature Impact in Business 00:34 Welcome to the Refi Podcast 00:35 Interview with Kennedy Nana 01:20 Introducing Anna, CEO of Climate Collective 01:35 Anna's Journey in Climate Innovation 02:43 Early Career and First Job in Mozambique 04:09 Challenges and Equity in Climate Action 05:44 Biggest Challenges in Climate Finance 09:35 Technological Solutions for Climate Action 10:10 The Role of Nature and Technology 14:40 Blockchain and Climate Finance 18:13 The Evolution of Refi and Blockchain 19:50 Biodiversity Credit Markets 33:40 Successful Climate Tech Founders 37:24 Funding and Practical Tips for Climate Tech 38:52 Rapid Fire Questions and Conclusion

In this episode of the ReFi Podcast, we welcome Constanza Gomez Mont, a renowned social entrepreneur and founder of C Mind and AI for Climate. Mont shares her extensive experience in leveraging AI and emerging technologies to address environmental challenges, particularly in Latin America. She discusses the significance of integrating cultural and traditional knowledge with modern tech, emphasizing a shift towards regenerative and inclusive solutions. Tune in to hear Mont's inspirational journey from founding an action tank to pioneering groundbreaking conservation projects, including AI-driven biodiversity credits and biodiversity credits for protection of jaguars. This episode offers valuable insights into ethical AI, sustainable development, and the imperative roles of governments and local communities in fostering transformational change.👉 ReFi Podcast: https://twitter.com/ReFiPodcast

👉 ReFi DAO: https://twitter.com/refidaoist

👉 Constanza’s LinkedIn profile: https://www.linkedin.com/in/constanzagomezmont👉 CMinds Website: https://www.cminds.co/

👉 For Climate AI: https://www.forclimate.ai/

👉 Tereza's X profile: https://x.com/TerezaBizkova

👉 Maya's X: https://x.com/mayazdentzel

00:00 Introduction to AI and Cultural Relevance

00:38 Meet Constanza Gomez Mont

02:01 Constanza's Journey and Vision

03:19 The Role of AI in Conservation

18:32 Challenges in Tech Adoption

25:40 Engaging Indigenous Communities

38:59 The Role of Governments and Policies

46:12 Final Thoughts and Rapid Fire Questions