Green Is Good Radio Show

22/07/2025

On today’s episode of Impact with John Shegerian, John interviews Dermot Murray. Dermot is Director of Sustainability and Climate Strategy at Constellation Energy, the nation’s largest producer of clean, carbon-free energy, supplying about 10 percent of the U.S. grid’s clean, carbon-free power through its nuclear, wind, solar and hydroelectric assets, and a leading supplier of sustainable power and energy products and services for homes and businesses across the United States. In this current role, Dermot is responsible for developing and implementing Constellation’s sustainability strategy, with a particular emphasis on Sustainability reporting and engaging with external stakeholders around the company’s purpose to accelerate the transition to a carbon-free future while providing reliable and affordable energy. Listen along as Dermot discusses the value of constantly enhancing clean power sources.

Dermot Murray is Director of Sustainability and Climate Strategy at Constellation Energy, the nation’s largest producer of clean, carbon-free energy, supplying about 10 percent of the U.S. grid’s clean, carbon-free power through its nuclear, wind, solar and hydroelectric assets, and a leading su...

15/07/2025

On today’s episode of Impact with John Shegerian, John interviews Rob Samuels. Rob, an eighth-generation whisky maker and managing director of Maker’s Mark, has led the iconic Kentucky bourbon brand since 2010. Following his father and Chairman Emeritus, Bill Samuels, Jr., Rob continues to advance the company’s mission to craft bourbon that betters the world, while shaping the industry’s future through regenerative agriculture. Listen along as Rob discusses what it means to become a B. Corp.

08/07/2025

On today’s episode of Impact with John Shegerian, John interviews Sophie Beckham. Sophie is VP and Chief Sustainability Officer at International Paper (IP), where she works across the enterprise to advance sustainability strategy development and Vision 2030 goal achievement. She also serves as the company’s primary external spokesperson and thought leader on issues related to sustainability and stewardship. Her career has been dedicated to driving sustainable business outcomes through purposeful leadership in consumer goods and forest product manufacturing sectors. Listen along as Sophie discusses the value of embedding sustainability into businesses.

Sophie Beckham is VP and Chief Sustainability Officer at International Paper (IP), where she works across the enterprise to advance sustainability strategy development and Vision 2030 goal achievement. She also serves as the company’s primary external spokesperson and thought leader on issues rela...

01/07/2025

On today’s episode of Impact with John Shegerian, John interviews Thomas Burkhardt. Thomas is the global President and CEO of Marchon Eyewear, a VSP Vision company. Marchon is one of the world’s largest manufacturers, distributors, and designers of eyewear. In his role, Thomas leads Marchon’s efforts to revolutionize sustainability in eyewear. Through his leadership, Marchon established Eyes on Tomorrow, one of the leading sustainability and CSR programs in the eyewear industry. Listen along as Thomas discusses the origin of the company’s plant-based frames.

Thomas Burkhardt is the global President and CEO of Marchon Eyewear, a VSP Vision company. Marchon is one of the world’s largest manufacturers, distributors, and designers of eyewear. In his role, Thomas leads Marchon’s efforts to revolutionize sustainability in eyewear. Through his leadership, ...

24/06/2025

On today’s episode of Impact with John Shegerian, John interviews Claudia Contreras. Claudia joined HP as VP of Renew Solutions in 2024. As the head of Product and Offerings, she oversees the strategy and development of the HP Renew Solutions portfolio in its second year, focusing on enabling multi-lifecycle devices and solutions. Listen along as Claudia discusses the mission of HP renew solutions.

Claudia Contreras joined HP as VP of Renew Solutions in 2024. As the head of Product and Offerings, she oversees the strategy and development of the HP Renew Solutions portfolio in its second year, focusing on enabling multi-lifecycle devices and solutions.

17/06/2025

On today’s episode of Impact with John Shegerian, John interviews James Reeves. As the Director of Sustainability Strategy for North America in the American Honda Motor Company’s Regional Planning team, James Reeves helps to shape the path forward for Honda to achieve its two 2050 goals: zero impact on the environment and zero traffic fatalities involving a Honda vehicle. Listen along as James discusses a strategy for safer driving.

As the Director of Sustainability Strategy for North America in the American Honda Motor Company’s Regional Planning team, James Reeves helps to shape the path forward for Honda to achieve its two 2050 goals: zero impact on the environment and zero traffic fatalities involving a Honda vehicle.

10/06/2025

On today’s episode of Impact with John Shegerian, John interviews Andrew Dempsey. Andrew is the Director of Climate at REI, where he focuses on driving transformational change throughout the organization by leading the co-op’s climate, energy, and waste strategies. His work is centered on achieving impactful outcomes for REI’s business, employees, and broader community of members. Listen along as Andrew discusses the impactful circularity of outdoor equipment.

Andrew Dempsey is the Director of Climate at REI, where he focuses on driving transformational change throughout the organization by leading the co-op’s climate, energy, and waste strategies. His work is centered on achieving impactful outcomes for REI’s business, employees, and broader communit...

03/06/2025

On today’s episode of Impact with John Shegerian, John interviews Sally Jenkins. Sally has been a columnist and feature writer for The Washington Post for more than twenty years. She was a finalist for the Pulitzer Prize in 2020 and in 2021 was named the winner of the Associated Press Red Smith Award for Outstanding Contributions to Sports Journalism. She is the author of twelve books of nonfiction including here latest, The Right Call, an NPR ‘Best Book of the Year.’ Listen along as Sally discusses how the greatest champions have resilience in common.

Sally Jenkins has been a columnist and feature writer for The Washington Post for more than twenty years. She was a finalist for the Pulitzer Prize in 2020 and in 2021 was named the winner of the Associated Press Red Smith Award for Outstanding Contributions to Sports Journalism. She is the author o...

27/05/2025

On today’s episode of Impact with John Shegerian, John interviews Mary Jacques. As Executive Director, Global ESG and Regulatory Compliance at Lenovo, Mary is responsible for managing Lenovo's corporate teams of SMEs charged with managing product regulatory compliance; Lenovo's ISO quality, environmental, and energy management systems; and Lenovo's corporate ESG programs. Within Mary’s organization, the Global ESG team leads the company's efforts to drive Lenovo’s corporate climate change, product stewardship, circular economy and other environmental strategies. Listen along as Mary discusses how challenges can be solved through circularity.

As Executive Director, Global ESG and Regulatory Compliance at Lenovo, Mary Jacques is responsible for managing Lenovo’s corporate teams of SMEs charged with managing product regulatory compliance; Lenovo’s ISO quality, environmental, and energy management systems; and Lenovo’s corporate ESG p...

22/05/2025

On today’s episode of Impact with John Shegerian, John interviews Allison Begalman and Heather Fipps. Allison and Heather are two of the co-founders of the Hollywood Climate Summit, which this year will take place June 2-4 at The Academy of Motion Picture Arts & Sciences in Los Angeles. It will be an action-packed event filled with creative, cross-sector media professionals looking to uplevel their climate knowledge, break down silos, align strategies, showcase innovation and lead a cultural movement of sustained climate action. Listen along as Allison and Heather discuss a developing new cultural movement.

Allison Begalman and Heather Fipps are two of the co-founders of the Hollywood Climate Summit, which this year will take place June 2-4 at The Academy of Motion Picture Arts & Sciences in Los Angeles. It will be an action packed event filled with creative, cross-sector media professionals looking to...

20/05/2025

On today’s episode of Impact with John Shegerian, John interviews Stephan Schablinski. Stephan is the Executive Vice President of Operations Excellence – GoGreen at DHL Supply Chain, a division of DHL Group, where he plays a pivotal role in advancing the North American GoGreen strategic agenda. In this capacity, he is also a key member of the North American ESG Steering Committee, focused on integrating sustainability into the core operations of the organization. Listen along as Stephan discusses the pioneering nature of the “GoGreen” strategy. #

Stephan Schablinski is the Executive Vice President of Operations Excellence – GoGreen at DHL Supply Chain, a division of DHL Group, where he plays a pivotal role in advancing the North American GoGreen strategic agenda. In this capacity, he is also a key member of the North American ESG Steering ...

13/05/2025

On today’s episode of Impact with John Shegerian, John interviews Sue Brown. Sue is responsible for driving the sustainability vision and strategy for Worley, a global leader in delivering professional project and asset services across the energy, chemicals, and resources industries. She advises the Board and management on emerging sustainability and climate issues. Sue represents Worley on matters with customers, governments, investors, NGOs, and academics, and leads delivery of initiatives to promote Worley’s thought leadership on sustainability, build sustainability culture and support achievement of company purpose and strategy. Listen along as Sue discusses why CEOs are focused on having globally diverse supply chains.

Sue Brown is responsible for driving the sustainability vision and strategy for Worley, a global leader in delivering professional project and asset services across the energy, chemicals, and resources industries. She advises the Board and management on emerging sustainability and climate issues. Pr...