The climate crisis and AI are set to reshape businesses more profoundly than the internet has over the last 20 years.

In this episode, Sven Steinert sits down with Luis Cilimingras, entrepreneur and fellow at IDEO, to explore how these two transformative forces are redefining the way organisations innovate, adapt, and thrive in the face of rapid global change. Drawing on over two decades of experience at the forefront of sustainability, Luis shares his unique perspective on the role of creativity, technology, and leadership in driving meaningful change.

You'll learn:

1. Why innovation and creativity are crucial for rethinking product design
2. How circular economy principles unlock both business and sustainability potential
3. The transformative role AI plays in driving corporate sustainability
4. Why visionary leadership is vital for making sustainability a strategic pillar
5. How cross-departmental collaboration fosters sustainable growth

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Get in touch with Luis Cilimingras on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/luiscilimingras/

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About the host Sven Steinert:
Sven Steinert is the CEO of SUSTAINX | The Sustainability Leaders Community, and Partner and Sustainability Lead at H&Z Management Consulting. To Sven, sustainability is not just a buzzword – it’s about making real changes for a sustainable future. His goal is to help companies reduce their environmental footprint and embrace circularity. Sven is passionate about ice hockey, and exploring new cultures to enrich his understanding of the world and diverse ways of life.

Get in touch with Sven Steinert on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/svensteinert/

Want to connect with like-minded sustainability professionals in a collaborative space? Join our online community at sustainx.bettermode.io.

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The SUSTAINX: Leaders in Sustainability Podcast is powered by H&Z Management Consulting in collaboration with SAWOO.

How do we build a future where sustainability isn’t just a goal but the foundation of better business?

In this episode, host Sven Steinert welcomes Frank Jensen, owner and third-generation leader at Søren Jensen, a pioneering building engineering consultancy at the forefront of regenerative construction. Frank, who recently co-founded the Aarhus Centre for Regenerative Building with Aarhus University and Aarhus School of Architecture, shares his vision for a regenerative future where businesses operate within planetary boundaries, while actively contributing to environmental and societal wellbeing.


You'll learn:
1. How sustainability can drive better business outcomes
2. Why questioning outdated norms and rethinking what’s necessary is vital for innovation
3. The power of proactive design over reactive solutions
4. What makes visionary leadership essential for meaningful change
5. How long-term thinking can create a thriving, sustainable future

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Get in touch with Frank Jensen on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/frank-jensen-77094a/

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Details about Søren Jensen:
Website: https://www.sj.dk/
Industry: Civil Engineering
Company size: 51-200 employees
Headquarters: Aarhus, Denmark
Founded: 1945

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About the host Sven Steinert:
Sven Steinert is the CEO of SUSTAINX | The Sustainability Leaders Community, and Partner and Sustainability Lead at H&Z Management Consulting. To Sven, sustainability is not just a buzzword – it’s about making real changes for a sustainable future. His goal is to help companies reduce their environmental footprint and embrace circularity. Sven is passionate about ice hockey, and exploring new cultures to enrich his understanding of the world and diverse ways of life.

Get in touch with Sven Steinert on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/svensteinert/

Want to connect with like-minded sustainability professionals in a collaborative space? Join our online community at sustainx.bettermode.io.

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The SUSTAINX: Leaders in Sustainability Podcast is powered by H&Z Management Consulting in collaboration with SAWOO.

Is your sustainability strategy truly integrated into your business DNA?

In this episode, host Sven Steinert talks to Susanne Horn, Director of Corporate Development at DEHN SE, about embedding sustainability into corporate strategy. Susanne shares how DEHN SE drives innovation by reducing material use, co-developing digital product passports, and collaborating with suppliers and industry peers. Learn how these actions are seamlessly integrated into the company’s operations and how DEHN SE turns regulatory requirements into opportunities for groundbreaking solutions.

You'll learn:

1. How embedding sustainability into corporate strategy creates lasting impact.
2. Why partnerships with suppliers, customers, and industry peers drive innovation.
3. How sustainability influences customer decisions and builds market advantage.
4. Why regulations are just the starting point for meaningful sustainability efforts.

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Get in touch with Susanne Horn on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/susanne-horn-58b176108/

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Details about DEHN SE:
Website: https://www.dehn.de
Industry: Appliances, Electrical, and Electronics Manufacturing
Company size: 1,001-5,000 employees
Founded: 1910

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About the host Sven Steinert:
Sven Steinert is the CEO of SUSTAINX | The Sustainability Leaders Community, and Partner and Sustainability Lead at H&Z Management Consulting. To Sven, sustainability is not just a buzzword – it’s about making real changes for a sustainable future. His goal is to help companies reduce their environmental footprint and embrace circularity. Sven is passionate about ice hockey, and exploring new cultures to enrich his understanding of the world and diverse ways of life.

Get in touch with Sven Steinert on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/svensteinert/

Want to connect with like-minded sustainability professionals in a collaborative space? Join our online community at sustainx.bettermode.io.

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The SUSTAINX: Leaders in Sustainability Podcast is powered by H&Z Management Consulting in collaboration with SAWOO.