Can Business Save the Planet?

Join us on "Can Business Save the Planet?" as we explore how businesses can lead the charge in sustainability and tackle pressing environmental challenges. Each episode features insightful conversations with industry leaders who are making a difference—tune in to be inspired and informed! So, can business save the planet? We think so, but let’s see what our guests say…

What If Every Hotel Helped Save The Ocean? 05/19/2025

Profit, Purpose, Planet: Where Philanthropy Meets Ocean Impact 05/05/2025

How 4ocean is Expanding Impact: From Bracelets to B2B Sustainability Programs 03/31/2025

A Green Promise: City Furniture is working to go carbon neutral by 2040 03/17/2025

How Dune Jewelry is Redefining Sustainable Luxury 03/03/2025

From Textile Waste to Sustainable Fashion: Recover's Journey in Eco-Friendly Apparel 02/17/2025

Sustainable Beauty: How Crunchi is Transforming Eco-Friendly Packaging 02/03/2025

How the Kansas City Chiefs are Tackling Sustainability 01/20/2025

How Cotopaxi Is Reshaping Sustainability For A Better Planet 01/06/2025

Revolutionizing Beauty: How Aora is Leading the Change in Plastic-Free Packaging 12/23/2024

Building a Sustainable Future: Insights from a Veteran in Global Logistics 12/09/2024

Redefining Outdoor Living with Leslie Chapus at Azenco Outdoor 11/11/2024

Transform Your Business with Sustainability with Danielle Azoulay at CSO Shop 10/28/2024

How Frozen Pops Became Sustainable with Daniel Goetz 10/14/2024

How Frozen Pops Became Sustainable with Daniel Goetz In this episode of Can Business Save the Planet?, Alex Schulze, CEO of 4ocean, sits down with Daniel Goetz, the founder of GoodPop, to discuss how businesses can drive environmental and social change. Daniel shares the inspiring story of GoodPop, which started as a college project and evolved into a successful business offering organic frozen treats. He talks about the company’s 15-year journey, including becoming a certified B Corporation, a designation that reflects GoodPop’s commitment to doing good for the planet and its people. The conversation dives into GoodPop’s efforts to tackle plastic packaging challenges, a necessity in the frozen treat industry, and how partnering with 4ocean allows the company to offset its plastic footprint until sustainable packaging innovations can be fully developed. Daniel emphasizes the importance of businesses being authentic in their sustainability efforts and choosing initiatives that are personally meaningful to maintain passion and impact over the long term. Alex and Daniel also explore the importance of driving consumer awareness about sustainability and how businesses can inspire customers to think about their environmental choices. Throughout the episode, the two highlight how businesses like GoodPop and 4ocean are proving that companies can be both profitable and make a positive impact on the world. Key Takeaways: GoodPop’s origins and its focus on clean, organic products with a positive social and environmental impact. The challenges of moving away from plastic packaging and the partnership with 4ocean to offset the company's environmental footprint. The importance of authentic, purpose-driven sustainability efforts for long-term success. How consumer awareness and business responsibility are crucial to driving large-scale environmental change. Listeners will come away with actionable insights on how businesses can leverage their operations to make a meaningful difference for the planet. /episode/index/show/33fc556a-2224-40bc-b03a-da0e98d04f2a/id/33376907

Can Business Save the Planet?

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