In this special episode recorded on location in Trinidad & Tobago, FuturePlus CEO, Alex Smith sits down with Maria-Elena Navarro and Anya Ayoung-Chee from We Are Soveryn to explore how their partnership is transforming sustainability practices across the Caribbean. Fresh from exhibiting at the AMCHAM T&T HSSE Conference 2025, the conversation explores the unique challenges and opportunities facing Caribbean businesses as they navigate ESG frameworks, from legacy oil and gas companies future-proofing their operations to innovative SMEs embedding sustainability into their DNA. This episode demonstrates how sustainability doesn't need to be a compliance burden, when approached with the right tools and local expertise, it becomes an opportunity for Caribbean businesses to showcase their resilience, innovation, and unique strengths on a global stage. Key topics discussed: Making ESG accessible for Caribbean businesses of all sizes The gap between international frameworks and local application Sustainability in Trinidad & Tobago's energy sector Moving from box-ticking to strategic sustainability Harnessing indigenous wisdom in modern sustainable practice Building regenerative cultures and circular economies in the Caribbean Click here for more info on We Are Soveryn, and here for FuturePlus.

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