About This Mini Series

This is our mini series about NanoValbruna. We are highlighting an international forum that brings scientists, entrepreneurs, professors, professionals, journalists, science communicators, and especially young people to the heart of the Julian Alps to talk about innovation, environment, and regeneration. Enjoy conversations with climate changemakers in Valbruna, Italy.

What to Know

Picture this: stunning mountain scenery, a charming Italian town, and passionate conversations about cutting-edge sustainability solutions. Get ready for a special mini-series of the Green Champions podcast from the heart of the Italian Alps! Dominique is heading to Valbruna, Italy, for NanoValbruna, an international forum dedicated to innovation, environment, and regeneration.

NanoValbruna brings together a diverse group of scientists, entrepreneurs, young people, and changemakers from around the globe. From an innovation contest for budding entrepreneurs to engaging programs for kids, this week-long conference is a melting pot of ideas and inspiration.

Dominique will be capturing the energy and excitement of NanoValbruna, interviewing Green Champions who are making a real difference. Back in the studio, Adam will share his insights and commentary, adding his unique perspective to the conversation.

Join us as we explore the power of collaboration, the importance of engaging the next generation, and the innovative solutions being developed to create a more sustainable future.

Episode in a glance

• Introducing the Green Champions Mini-Series
• What is NanoValbruna?
• Activities at NanoValbruna
• Goals for the Mini-Series
• What's to Come

Find out about the Forum

• Website → nanovalbruna.com
• Instagram → @nanovalbruna

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Hemanth Setty, founder of Zero Circle, takes us behind the scenes of his innovative B2B green finance marketplace. He discusses the challenges small and medium-sized businesses (SMBs) face in accessing green capital and how Zero Circle is simplifying the process. Hemanth explains the concept of green financing, highlighting the favorable incentives, rebates, and creative structures available to businesses that link their funding to sustainability initiatives. He also shares Zero Circle's unique approach to connecting banks and institutions with organizations seeking green funding, emphasizing the company's focus on financial education and its horizontal, technology-driven platform. Hemanth discusses how Zero Circle pivoted from a sustainability reporting focus to green finance due to market timing and customer demand.

Episode in a glance

• Hemanth Setty, Founder of Zero Circle
• Understanding ESG Assessments
• Challenges for Small and Medium-Sized Businesses
• Pivoting to Green Financing
• Scaling Green Financing Solutions

About Hemanth Setty

Hemanth Setty is the founder of Zero Circle and a passionate advocate for sustainable business practices. With a background in product management, supply chain analysis, and ESG development at Dun & Bradstreet, he brings a unique perspective to the world of green finance. Hemanth is dedicated to helping businesses of all sizes access the capital they need to implement sustainable solutions and achieve their net-zero objectives.

Connect with Hemanth Setty and his work

Website → https://zerocircle.eco/

LinkedIn → https://www.linkedin.com/company/zerocircleeco/

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Hemanth Setty, founder of Zero Circle, a green finance marketplace, shares his unique journey from product management and supply chain analysis to becoming a champion for sustainable business practices. He discusses how his experience at Dun & Bradstreet, where he oversaw the development of ESG solutions, shaped his understanding of the challenges and opportunities in the sustainability space. Hemanth emphasizes the growing importance of incorporating climate change considerations into every job and business decision, highlighting the finite nature of resources and the need for long-term, sustainable growth. He also talks about the world of product management, explaining its entrepreneurial nature and the diverse skillset it requires.

Episode in a glance

• Hemanth's Journey to Sustainability
• Understanding Dun & Bradstreet
• The Birth of Zero Circle
• Incentives for Sustainable Practices
• Combating Greenwashing

About Hemanth Setty

Hemanth Setty is the founder of Zero Circle and a passionate advocate for sustainable business practices. With a background in product management, supply chain analysis, and ESG development at Dun & Bradstreet, he brings a unique perspective to the world of green finance. Hemanth is dedicated to helping businesses of all sizes access the capital they need to implement sustainable solutions and achieve their net-zero objectives.

Connect with Hemanth Setty and his work

Website → https://zerocircle.eco/

LinkedIn → https://www.linkedin.com/company/zerocircleeco/

Send us a message!