Jae Easterbrooks - Beneficial State Bank
Sustaining Tomorrow
Welcome to Sustaining Tomorrow! In this episode, host Jo Franco introduces special guest Jay Easterbrook, a previous International Green Industry Hall of Fame inductee from Beneficial State Bank. Together, Jo and Jae delve into how banks actively support sustainability and their intersection with the sustainability industry. Jae Easterbrooks, a lender at Beneficial State Bank, explains their long-standing commitment to being a fossil-free lender and their triple bottom line and B Corporation status, highlighting their focus on the well-being of communities, the economy, and the environment....
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Sam Geil - The International Green Industry Hall of Fame
Sustaining Tomorrow
Welcome to the inaugural episode of Sustaining Tomorrow! We kick things off by introducing the founder of The International Green Industry Hall of Fame , Sam Geil. He'll take you on a journey through his upbringing and early experiences in the green industry, sharing what sparked his passion for environmental betterment. Sam delves into the challenges he faced when trying to persuade those around him to embrace the green industry, a journey that was anything but straightforward. Next, Jo joins Sam in a discussion about what exactly the IGIHOF is and how the induction process works. They dive...
info_outlineWelcome to Sustaining Tomorrow! In this episode, host Jo Franco introduces special guest Jay Easterbrook, a previous International Green Industry Hall of Fame inductee from Beneficial State Bank. Together, Jo and Jae delve into how banks actively support sustainability and their intersection with the sustainability industry. Jae Easterbrooks, a lender at Beneficial State Bank, explains their long-standing commitment to being a fossil-free lender and their triple bottom line and B Corporation status, highlighting their focus on the well-being of communities, the economy, and the environment. The conversation also explores the Earth Services Team, an initiative compiling their efforts in environmental lending, and delves into the significance of financing renewable energy projects for a sustainable future. They discuss the challenges faced, the evolving sustainability landscape, and the growing awareness of climate change, emphasizing the role of technology in addressing these challenges and fostering sustainability. The episode closes with optimism for the future and growing interest among banks and the younger generation in environmental lending and sustainability. Let's dive in!