With a background spanning operational leadership at Rolls-Royce, strategic advisory at BCG, and now sustainable investing at IMCO, Youssef Aroub brings sharp analysis to the intersection of nature and private markets. In this episode, Jenn and Youssef explore why biodiversity is climbing the investor agenda and how businesses can start weaving nature considerations into their core strategy. From data centres in drought zones to cocoa supply chains driving deforestation, nature risk is increasingly business risk. Youssef explains how to start turning that risk into opportunity.
Start with What You Know
Biodiversity may feel like unfamiliar territory but supply chain teams, engineers, and compliance professionals are often already dealing with these issues, they just might not call it 'biodiversity'. The key is educating cross-functional teams and connecting nature considerations to risks they already manage.
Make Nature a Strategic Filter, Not an Add-On
From site selection to sourcing decisions, nature considerations should inform how and where business gets done. Much like climate risk, thinking in terms of dependency and impact helps pinpoint the biggest risks and potential opportunities for businesses.
Turn Environmental Constraints into Innovation
Rather than treating biodiversity as another box to tick, leading companies are using environmental challenges to develop new products and stand out from competitors. As Youssef demonstrates through real examples, nature considerations can spark creativity and unlock entirely new sources of value.