Sustainability business: In this episode of How to Protect the Ocean, Andrew Lewin talks with Lee Stewart about how businesses can make sustainability a practical, measurable part of their operations. They explore how carbon tracking, waste reduction, packaging design, and supply chain improvements can build resilience while cutting costs.

Ocean literacy: Lee shares experiences from Australia, Tonga, and New Zealand that show how business practices directly connect to the ocean’s health. They also discuss the lessons learned from an international shipping case study in Malaysia that reveals how logistics and sustainability intersect.

ESG reporting: The conversation focuses on keeping sustainability simple—using dashboards, certifications, and team culture to drive consistent progress. Whether you’re leading a company or just beginning your sustainability journey, this episode offers the clarity and motivation to start today.

Chapters:
00:00 Sustainability business and ocean literacy introduction
02:35 Why sustainability matters for modern companies
05:10 Lessons from the Pacific: Tonga to New Zealand success stories
07:45 How Lee Stewart’s early projects reshaped Fujitsu’s sustainability goals
10:20 Creating a step-by-step roadmap for real business change
12:55 Going beyond compliance to find true value
15:30 Tracking carbon and waste with easy-to-use tools
18:05 Smarter packaging decisions that save money and protect oceans
20:40 Understanding supply chain emissions and logistics challenges
23:15 Simplifying ESG and certifications
25:50 Building an internal culture around sustainability
28:25 Circular design and material innovation for impact
31:00 Turning cost savings into climate action
33:35 Shipping lessons from Malaysia and global sustainability insights
36:10 Storytelling that inspires action in customers and staff
38:45 Using metrics and dashboards to show progress
41:20 Removing barriers and starting your sustainability journey
43:55 Rapid-fire wins and resources to try right away
46:30 Listener Q&A and reflections
49:30 Final thoughts and next steps

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