Climate Action Catalysts: Empowering Purpose, Collaboration, and Community to Usher in The Solutions Economy with Mange Kumarasamy

Today's guest is Mange Kumarasamy and he is the co-founder of Climate Team. Climate Team is a platform that brings together businesses, freelancers, investors and enthusiasts who are committed to reversing climate change. They provide a way for startups and scale-ups to connect with qualified freelancers and motivated investors, and provide opportunities for all of these people to be the change our planet needs.  Today Mange and I explore the full spectrum of how you can become the solution, how you can join a community or incredible solution maker and we look at the levers igniting a solutions economy where the brands that will win, will be the brands that care about creating a greener future.  Takeaways:  Individual action is crucial in addressing climate change. Maintaining community engagement requires cross-collaboration and empowering community members. Social capitalism, where serving a greater social purpose benefits everyone, is feasible with the right alignment of factors. Leaders should balance business operations with a reduction in their environmental footprint and embrace a mindset shift towards business expansion. Climate Team aims to connect and empower individuals and organisations working on climate solutions. Partnerships and purpose-driven work are essential for entrepreneurs entering the startup space. Individuals can transition into the climate space and use their existing skillsets to make a positive impact. Having open conversations about climate change with children and emphasising purposeful action is important. Innovative solutions and services, such as using coconut shells and banana tree stems, are emerging in the climate space. Leaders play a crucial role in bridging the gap between scientific awareness and public discourse. Embracing inconvenience for the planet is necessary to reduce our impact and create sustainable solutions. Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Purpose 03:16 Asking Powerful Questions 05:29 Transition to Climate Advocacy 06:16 Climate Education and Emotional Connection 09:31 Individual Action in Climate Change 11:36 Maintaining Community Engagement 19:00 Balancing Business and Environmental Footprint 23:53 Mindset Shift and Business Expansion 25:01 Slowing Down Growth and Building Better 31:51 Origin Story of Climate Team 33:12 Introduction to Climate Team 34:08 Advice for Entrepreneurs 36:49 Transitioning to the Climate Space 39:14 Using Existing Skillsets in the Climate Space 40:13 Empowering People to Own Their Voice 41:12 Supporting Startups and Freelancers in the Climate Space 43:29 Parenting and Preparing Children for the Future 44:09 Innovative Solutions and Services in the Climate Space 52:23 Bridging the Gap Between Scientific Awareness and Public Discourse 55:59 Embracing Inconvenience for the Planet 58:22 Finding Climate Team and More Information 01:00:15 Appreciation for Community BuildingSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.