Sebastian Fittko, Executive Director of the Global Impact Tech Alliance & Co-Founder of Initiative Regenerative Marktwirtschaft e.V., laid out the human predicament we were on at that time and looked beyond the implications of climate change and the mechanistic solutions that should have kept the wheel spinning – at least to maintain business as usual for some more time.

He further addressed the topics of why technology was not the solution but had to be an integrated part of the solution, and why we needed to shift our governance structures in organizations to enable transformation instead of remaining in the spiral of business as usual.

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Andreas R. Streubig, Associate Partner at Johanssen+Kretschmer, owner of ORG-Work.com, with the help of Prof. Dr. Alexander Himme and Prof. Dr. Brooke A. Gazdag explained the emerging landscape of non-financial/ESG disclosure and its impact on companies of all sizes under the theme 'Sustainability: Counting. Measuring. Weighing.'

They explored the role of reporting standards and delved into the crucial interlinks between reporting, communication, and stakeholder management.

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Sophie Drakopoulos, Sustainability Manager at DB Schenker, and Dr. Mirjam Peters, Chief Customer Sustainability Officer at HÖEGH AUTOLINERS GmbH, delved into the world of shipping, a sector which accounts for around 2% of global greenhouse gas emissions—a figure that, while relatively lower per unit transported compared to other modes of transport, remains significant in the context of climate goals.

While Sophie discussed industry-specific regulations and customer solutions, Dr. Peters shared insights from the journey of transforming a high-emitting fleet into a greener one. Together with our speakers and guests in a Fishbowl format, we explored the necessary changes in global policies, technological advancements, financial mechanisms, and collaborative efforts needed to support this transition. This open conversation offered a platform to understand the strategic pathways and challenges involved in creating a more sustainable shipping industry. 

Anna Stella Kaschke and Hannes Höhne shared their expertise on biodiversity management and regenerative agriculture, offering valuable insights into sustainable practices. As a Nature Specialist and Founders Associate at Nala Earth, Anna has been instrumental in integrating biodiversity into corporate sustainability strategies, drawing from her experience at Planetly and Porsche Consulting. Hannes, a regenerative agriculture expert at the German Savory Hub for Landregeneration at Gut Haidehof, showcased innovative farming techniques that enhance soil health and biodiversity.

Together, their contributions highlighted the crucial role of businesses and agriculture in addressing global ecological challenges, inspiring actionable change for a more sustainable future.

At our recent event, three leading voices in sustainable finance shared their insights on shaping a greener financial future. Dounia Chlyeh introduced her groundbreaking research on integrated KPIs, linking sustainability reporting with financial performance to help businesses and investors make transparent, data-driven decisions. Andreas Feindt from Tomorrow showcased how fintech innovation can accelerate sustainable investment, while Marian Klemm of Forum Nachhaltige Geldanlagen emphasized the need for collaboration, quality standards, and systemic change to align the financial sector with socio-ecological goals. Together, they offered a dynamic blend of academic research, practical innovation, and industry leadership—all working toward finance as a driver for positive change.

During this special edition of Change Makers Dialogues, we welcomed Satish Kumar — peace pilgrim, environmental activist, and lifelong advocate for nonviolence, simplicity, and sustainability. In this informal conversation, we explored how education and industry need to work together to shape a more peaceful, just, and regenerative world. Drawing from his decades of experience — including as co-founder of the internationally acclaimed Schumacher College — Satish Kumar offered a deeply personal and inspiring vision of education as a force for inner and outer transformation. At a time when the world is calling for new ways of thinking, living, and learning, this was a chance to pause, connect with leaders, innovators, and changemakers, and imagine what truly matters — together.

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We hosted the latest edition of the Change Makers Dialogues, featuring cultural leaders and artists of the Huni Kuin people from the Brazilian Amazon, Bunke Inani Huni Kuin, Rita Huni Kuin and Bismani Huni Kuin. For this collaboration, KLU joined forces with the Huni Kuin Women, Living Gaia e.V., and The Essence Of. The Dialogue brought Indigenous voices into a global conversation on leadership, communication, and connection, creating a powerful space of learning and exchange. The Huni Kuin shared how traditional knowledge, artistic expression, and women’s leadership sustain their communities and offer wisdom for today’s global challenges. Through stories, song, and reflection, they illuminated pathways of resilience, creativity, and collective care—reminding all that true leadership begins with connection: to the land, to community, and to one another.

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KLU's very own  Prof. Maria Besiou, Professor of Humanitarian Logistics at KLU and Academic Director of the Center for Humanitarian Logistics and Regional Development (CHORD). In this session, Prof. Besiou took our participants on a deep dive into her research and explored how humanitarian logistics supports communities in crisis and contributes to building more sustainable, resilient systems worldwide.