A podcast from Blue Earth, a movement and community dedicated to driving positive action for our natural world. Since our inaugural event in Bristol in 2021, where we brought together changemakers, business leaders, creators, and activists, the Summit has evolved into a yearly gathering that inspires sustainable living, protects our natural spaces, and promotes well-being.
In October 2024, we welcomed thousands more to London for three incredible days of talks, workshops, and outdoor experiences around these core themes. This podcast brings you the most impactful conversations and insights from Blue Earth Summit 2024.
To explore more and join us next year, visit blueearthsummit.com.
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A podcast from Blue Earth, a movement and community dedicated to driving positive action for our natural world. Since our inaugural event in Bristol in 2021, where we brought together changemakers, business leaders, creators, and activists, the Summit has evolved into a yearly gathering that inspires sustainable living, protects our natural spaces, and promotes well-being.
In October 2024, we welcomed thousands more to London for three incredible days of talks, workshops, and outdoor experiences around these core themes. This podcast brings you the most impactful conversations and insights from Blue Earth Summit 2024.
To explore more and join us next year, visit blueearthsummit.com.
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In this episode, Guy Hayler sits down with Tim Highfield, co-founder and CEO of Kondor, to explore how one of the most compelling new climate-tech ventures emerged from decades spent inside the energy industry.
Tim reflects on his 25-year career designing and optimising major oil and gas facilities around the world, and how witnessing repeated, avoidable inefficiencies led him to a simple realisation: industry is leaving millions on the table and emitting unnecessary carbon simply because the right tools don’t exist. That insight became the foundation of Kondor, an AI-native co-pilot built to continuously analyse industrial equipment, identify optimisation opportunities in real time, and remove the reliance on slow, manual consultancy work.
Tim shares how he teamed up with his co-founder Peter, whose background spans theoretical physics, fintech and solar innovation, and how their complementary skill sets allowed them to build a platform capable of serving some of the world’s most energy-intensive sectors. He discusses the early pilot results already delivering millions in cost savings and significant emissions reductions, the scale of the global market awaiting better optimisation tools, and why Kondor now finds itself at a pivotal moment of growth.
As a BE100 Grow Category semi-finalist, Kondor is raising £1m through Blue Earth Ventures to scale its technology, convert pilots into commercial contracts and meet a rapidly growing pipeline of industrial customers.
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In this episode of the Blue Earth Podcast, Guy Hayler sits down with Tristan Boxford, Founder and CEO of Watermasters, to explore his journey from competing on the world tour to building a business that’s redefining ocean sport.
Tristan shares how decades spent on the water inspired him to create Watermasters, a global collective bringing together the APP World Tour, Ocean Games, and Big Wave Evolution under one powerful vision: to connect people to the ocean through sport, storytelling and innovation.
From hosting paddleboard races past the Statue of Liberty to launching a new big wave platform set to rival SailGP, this is a conversation about passion, resilience, and the power of water to unite and inspire.
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After 25 years leading global fashion brands like Levi’s, Timberland and North Sails, Marisa Selfa walked away from corporate life to build something with purpose.
In this episode of the Blue Earth Podcast, she joins Guy Hayler to share the story behind Impact Tailors, the company transforming the hidden world of uniforms and branded merchandise into a force for good.
From algae-based fabrics to partnerships with Four Seasons Hotels, Marisa explains how design, transparency and experience can reshape an entire industry. A conversation about courage, reinvention, and why sustainability should be stitched into every business from the inside out.
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In this episode, Blue Earth Co-founder Guy Hayler sits down with Nick Munro, founder of Butterfly Air, one of our growing Blue Earth Ventures members creating breakthrough solutions for healthier buildings and a healthier planet.
From an idea sparked over coffee at Arup to patented air-quality technology now being deployed in airlines, hospitals and offices around the world, Butterfly Air is redefining how we understand and manage the air we breathe.
Nick shares his fascinating journey from young entrepreneur of the year to inventor and professor at Imperial College, exploring how design, storytelling and science combine to make sustainability tangible.
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AimHi Earth: climate edtech that turns workforces into changemakers
We sit down with AimHi Earth CEO Sarah Humphrys to unpack how “climate science + behavioural psychology + showbiz” is transforming enterprise training. From PepsiCo’s multi-country cohorts to 90%+ behaviour change, hear how AimHi is scaling live, multilingual programmes—and why they’re raising £1.5m through Blue Earth Ventures to take it global.
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What if saying goodbye could bring new life?
In this episode of the Blue Earth Podcast, we’re joined by Aura Murillo and Louise Skajem, co-founders of Resting Reef, the death care innovators transforming ashes into living reef memorials that restore marine ecosystems.
From deeply personal experiences of grief to award-winning design research at Imperial College London and the Royal College of Art, Aura and Louise share the journey that led them to reimagine how we commemorate life, not with headstones and graveyards, but with thriving ocean habitats.
It’s a poetic, powerful, and practical conversation about redesigning tradition, healing grief, and restoring the oceans.
👉 Meet Resting Reef at Blue Earth Summit, 15–17 October, London
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In this episode, Tom, co-founder of Climate Acceptance Studios (CAS), explains why the people doing the most important climate and nature work often aren’t seen: their stories aren’t being filmed. CAS is changing that. Freshly joined to Blue Earth Ventures and opening a £550,000 raise, they’re building a scalable model to put video at the heart of climate action, and they’ll be exhibiting at Blue Earth Summit, 15–17 Oct (London).
We unpack how CAS blends cinema-quality on-site filming with a 4K smartphone-to-editor virtual studio so organisations can ship weekly, high-impact content without heavy lifts. Tom shares why this works (capture in the moment, expert editing, comms-team control), the evidence base behind effective climate storytelling, and case studies from We Mean Business Coalition, Big Shift Global, and the Green Climate Fund.
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In this episode of the Blue Earth Podcast, we sit down with Will Boex, co-founder and CEO of Flexi-He, a Cornish business on a mission to eliminate single-use plastics from packaging. What started as two brothers designing a plastic-free sleeve to protect their surfboards has since evolved into a patented honeycomb paper solution now used by leading drinks brands, wellness companies, and beyond.
Will shares the origin story, from that first “eureka” moment in a car park to scaling a business that sold over 3 million sleeves last year. We explore the challenges of disrupting a traditional industry, why customer experience matters as much as sustainability, and how Flexi-Hex is entering a new phase of growth as they raise £850,000 with Blue Earth Ventures.
It’s a story of design thinking, mission-driven innovation, and how a love of the sea sparked a solution with the potential to reshape global packaging.
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From a university friendship in Newcastle to a flagship store in Covent Garden, Batch Ldn founders Sam Matanle and Julian Osborne are rewriting the rules of fashion. In this episode of the Blue Earth Podcast, they share how they spotted a gap in the market for the casual suit, built a made-to-order model that eliminates overproduction, and grew a cult following without spending a penny on paid ads.
We dive into:
Whether you’re into fashion, entrepreneurship, or innovative business models that put planet and profit side by side, this conversation is packed with insight, humour, and practical lessons from two founders who are doing things differently.
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In this episode of the Blue Earth Podcast, we sit down with serial entrepreneur and Kana Earth founder, Andy Brown, to explore how his decades in fintech are now fuelling a bold mission: making nature investable.
Andy takes us on a journey from launching billion-pound tech platforms to standing in the middle of a peatland north of Inverness, realising the urgent need for scalable, data-driven infrastructure to fund nature recovery.
We talk exits, investor mindsets, the birth of climate hedge portfolios, and why market infrastructure might be the missing piece in unlocking a trillion-dollar nature-based investment economy.
With half the UK’s nature projects already using the Kana platform, and governments lining up to integrate it nationally, this conversation dives deep into the future of environmental finance, the challenges of building in a nascent market, and why now is the moment to invest in nature differently.
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In this episode of the Blue Earth Podcast, we’re joined by Edward Brial, co-founder and Chief Sustainability Officer of Materra—a regenerative sourcing platform using AI to decarbonise agricultural commodities, starting with cotton.
Edward shares the incredible story behind Materra’s journey: from engineering prototypes in a hydroponic lab in Essex to partnering with global fashion giants like H&M and Mango. We unpack how Materra is empowering smallholder farmers across India with tech-enabled regenerative practices—and why digitisation is the missing link in sustainable supply chains.
We explore:
If you're passionate about innovation, climate solutions, and the future of farming, this one's for you.
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In this episode of the Blue Earth Podcast, we sit down with endurance athlete Russ Cook (aka The Hardest Geezer) and co-founder Alex Taylor to unpack their bold new venture: Hardest Adventures.
From running the length of Africa to launching the world’s first creator-led media and adventure company, Russ and Alex share the story behind the movement they’re building, one that combines real-world challenges, storytelling, and community to help people reconnect with their bodies, their purpose, and the planet.
We explore:
Plus, find out how you can pitch your own bold expedition live at Blue Earth Summit 2025.
🎧 Honest, energising, and full of practical insights, this is one for anyone building something meaningful from the ground up.
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In this episode, Nic joins Blue Earth Summit’s Guy Hayler to share his journey from upcycling skateboards as a kid to investing in circular economy solutions at scale. Hear the story behind Spin Ventures, the investment platform bridging the gap between startups, corporates, and investors to drive the shift from linear to regenerative business models.
Nic reveals the challenges and breakthroughs of building in the circularity space—from upcycling billboards into consumer goods, to supporting some of Europe’s fastest-growing circular startups. Learn what separates the real changemakers from the rest, how data, regulation, and open innovation are accelerating the movement, and why community and partnership matter now more than ever.
Discover how Spin Ventures and Blue Earth are driving impact, backing founders, and transforming the future of consumer and retail sectors—one radical idea at a time.
Want to connect with Nic or get involved? Meet Spin Ventures at the next Blue Earth Summit, or reach out to the Blue Earth Ventures team.
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In this episode, we dive into the fascinating world of Hive Tracks, a Blue Earth Ventures member on a mission to make biodiversity measurable and actionable. Host Guy Hayler sits down with founder Max, whose journey from the UN to the mountains of North Carolina led to a breakthrough: turning everyday beekeepers into a global network of nature data collectors.
Discover how Hive Tracks uses simple tech, smart AI, and the power of community to help both beekeepers and big business understand, protect, and restore ecosystems—one hive at a time. We explore the business model, real-world impacts, and the big vision: a world where measuring nature’s health is as easy as counting your steps.
Whether you’re into sustainability, agtech, or just love a good founder story, tune in to hear how Hive Tracks and Blue Earth Ventures are working together to give bees (and biodiversity) the starring role they deserve.
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Join us as Guy Hayler sits down with Toby Hunt, CEO and co-founder of Earth Cub, an edutainment platform on a mission to spark a love of sustainability in the next generation. Toby shares his journey from tech entrepreneur to planet-saving storyteller, and how becoming a dad inspired him to create guilt-free screen time that matters.
Discover how Earth Cubs blends fun, laughter, and real-world learning to reach kids, teachers, and parents around the world, with free resources, a fast-growing YouTube channel, and an upcoming TV show with Paramount UK. Hear how their Blue Earth Ventures membership helped them make valuable connections and gain the credibility needed to scale their impact.
You’ll learn:
Tune in for inspiration, business insights, and a behind-the-scenes look at one of the UK’s most exciting purpose-driven start-ups.
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In this episode, we talk with Paul Chiappe and Phil Hails-Smith, Joint Managing Partners at Joelson, about building a purpose-driven law firm at the heart of London’s impact ecosystem. Hear how Joelson became B Corp certified, why real relationships matter more than contracts, and how they help founders, investors, and brands balance purpose with commercial success.
Tune in for honest stories and insights on the power of trust, diversity, and building better businesses—together.
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In this episode of the Blue Earth Podcast, we speak with Tom Meades and Rishi Gupta, co-founders of Gomi, the circular electronics brand turning plastic waste and e-bike batteries into high-performance tech.
From humble beginnings in a Brighton bedroom to partnerships with Paul Smith, Google, and Meta, Gomi is scaling sustainable hardware with style and purpose. We dive into their journey, product innovation, and newly launched crowdfund.
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