Foundation and Friends Podcast: Making Sustainability a Core Part of Your Organisation’s Success

by Jul 31, 2025Awards alumni, Green skills, Podcasts0 comments

What does true sustainability look like when it’s woven into every aspect of work — not just bolted on as a embedded initiative? In this revealing episode, host Natasha Kalinga sits down with renowned keynote speaker Raquel Noboa, founder of the multi award-winning Fifty Shades Greener and recipient of a Princess Royal Training Award, and Edwin Raj, Senior Programme Manager at Johnson Matthey, to explore how sustainability can become a cornerstone of organisational culture, leadership, and skills development.

Together, they unpack how sustainability can — and must — be built into the employee journey from day one, and why practical, hands-on learning is key to making a lasting impact. From green apprenticeships to lean thinking, this episode is packed with valuable insights for any organisation aiming to meet its net zero goals.

In this episode, you’ll discover:

  • Why embedding green skills in training and development is business-critical
  • How apprenticeships and continuous improvement fuel a sustainable mindset
  • The biggest barriers to net zero — and how to overcome them
  • How HR and L&D teams can integrate sustainability into onboarding, progression, and performance frameworks
  • Why sustainability is about progress, not perfection — and how to start where you are

Whether you’re just beginning your organisation’s sustainability journey or looking to embed it more deeply into your culture and systems, this episode offers both strategic inspiration and practical steps to take action.

This is essential listening for L&D professionals, HR leaders, organisational development experts, NetZero champions, and anyone responsible for shaping the future of work.

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