In this episode of Green Disruptors: Scaling the Future, Megan Kjar sits down with Nicholas Rohleder, co-founder of Climate Commodities, to explore how his team is transforming hazardous waste into critical inputs for the steel, semiconductor, and ceramics industries.

Nicholas breaks down his company’s unique "barbell" model—balancing greenfield project development with brownfield acquisitions—and shares how they’re bringing an insurance-linked approach to derisk climate infrastructure.

We also dive into the hidden challenges of feedstock quality, the fragility of capital markets, and how regulatory volatility is shaping the next wave of climate innovation.

Whether you’re a climate investor, founder, or policymaker—this conversation offers a rare window into the frontier of resource recovery and the structural innovation happening behind the scenes.

In this episode of Green Disruptors: Scaling the Future, Megan Kjar sits down with Will Glazener, co-founder of Terralytiq, to explore the critical—and often overlooked—pathway to supply-chain decarbonization. Will shares how his experience leading McKinsey’s decarbonization practice inspired him to build a software platform that empowers the world’s largest manufacturers to reduce upstream emissions.

You’ll learn why Terralytiq flips the traditional “measure first” mindset on its head, focusing instead on targeted emissions reduction at the biggest hotspots—such as aluminum smelters—before tracking results. We also dive into the business case for sustainability, from long-term renewable electricity gains to near-term cost parity, and how collaborative demand signals can unlock transformative change across global supply chains. Tune in for actionable insights on driving decarbonization at speed and scale.

In this episode, Megan sits down with Carolina Ortega, VP of Sustainability and Communications at Milestone Environmental Services, to explore how a decade-old Texas-based firm is reshaping oilfield waste management into a carbon-negative powerhouse. Learn how Milestone’s slurry reinjection process sequesters more CO₂ than it emits, why cost-neutral sustainable practices still face cultural barriers, and how a novel, public stakeholder-engagement framework is building community trust. Whether you’re in heavy industry, ESG strategy, or just curious about real-world decarbonization, Carolina’s insights on aligning environmental stewardship with business growth are not to be missed.

In this episode of Green Disrupters: Scaling the Future, Megan Kjar sits down with Kas Farsad, Chief Strategy Officer at Fortera, to explore a groundbreaking approach to one of the world’s largest sources of greenhouse gases: cement production.

Fortera’s patented process reduces CO₂ emissions by 70% compared to traditional methods—and even incorporates CO₂ into the final product. Kas walks us through the 17-year journey from lab-scale mineralization research to commissioning a commercial plant, highlights the incremental “de-risking” steps required for such a massive industry, and shares insights on building trust with established operators.

Learn how Fortera balances technological innovation with partnership, data-driven validation, and a deep empathy for its customers’ need for uninterrupted, efficient operations. Tune in for a fascinating look at how the cement industry can scale decarbonization without reinventing the supply chain.

In this episode of Green Disruptors, Megan Kjar sits down with Sean Palfenier, CEO and co-owner of Riverside Energy, a solar company rooted in community values and decades of industry experience. From his start in oil and gas to leading one of Western Canada's leading solar teams, Sean shares how Riverside has scaled by prioritizing trust, transparency, and partnerships with Indigenous communities.

They unpack:

• The challenge of solar saturation and utility regulations

• Why Gen Z values are influencing solar adoption

• How tracking your data can unlock smart growth

• Lessons learned from door-knocking and outbound marketing

• What it really takes to build resilience and equity through solar

If you’re in clean energy, sustainability, or just curious how to grow a values-driven business, this one’s for you.

When your origin story involves fleeing pollution for a chance at health, it’s no wonder your business becomes a mission. In this episode, Kai Fahrion, co-CEO of Zeno Renewables, shares how he went from the electrical trades to co-founding one of Canada’s most community-driven solar companies.

We talk about how the solar conversation has shifted from idealism to smart investment, what Zeno is doing to stand out in a crowded market, and how they're building trust for the long haul. Tune in for a transparent, practical, and inspiring conversation about solar, sustainability, and scaling a company with purpose.

What if charging your electric car was as simple as plugging it in — no apps, no cards, no hassle?

In this episode, Lin Sun-Fa, founder of Emobi, explains how his team is solving one of the EV industry’s most frustrating problems. We dive into:

• Why current charging systems are broken

• How Emobi’s JustPlug technology works across legacy chargers and vehicles

• What’s next for smart cities and energy communication

Plus, Lin shares hard-won advice for startup founders and the cultural values he’s building into Emobi’s rapid-growth team.

What if taking climate action actually saved your business money? In this episode, Ed Perryman, co-founder of Replacer, reveals how their new platform helps hospitality businesses ditch disposables, cut costs, and find trusted suppliers for circular solutions — all without adding more to their plate.

We talk about the real challenges small teams face scaling climate startups, how to demystify sustainability for busy business owners, and why building trust is more powerful than flashy metrics.