I by IMD Podcasts
Holcim’s Ram Muthu: Can circular construction scale?
Holcim’s Ram Muthu on circularity, EU regulation, and what it really takes to decarbonize cement at industrial scale.
January 27, 2026
Sustainability transformation
Sustainability is not just a buzz word but a core part of strategy, driving the transformation of business models and unlocking new growth opportunities. Drawing on the latest research and best-practice business cases from industry leaders, IMD experts and global thought leaders share actionable strategies and tools to develop a comprehensive business strategy that meets the evolving expectations of investors, consumers, and employers.
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Leaders Unplugged
WEF Unplugged: Geopolitics, sustainability, and a look behind the scenes
Live from Davos: IMD’s Julia Binder and David Bach cut through the headlines on geopolitics, AI, energy – and competing visions for the international order.
January 23, 2026
Sustainability
The good, the bad, and the ugly: What big energy and utilities players tell us about the new sustainability reporting regime
First-year CSRD and ESRS disclosures boost transparency in energy and utilities, but early evidence shows compliance is outweighing strategic insight.
January 19, 2026
I by IMD Podcasts
Inside the transition, with Pictet’s Marie-Laure Schaufelberger
IMD’s Inside the Transition hosts Pictet CSO Marie-Laure Schaufelberger to explore how finance drives the energy transition and ESG strategies.
January 13, 2026
Geopolitics
Hapag Lloyd CEO: What does resilience look like when trade routes break?
In this episode of Leaders Unplugged, IMD President David Bach speaks with Rolf Habben Jansen, CEO of Hapag-Lloyd, about leading a global shipping giant through geopolitical tension, climate pressure, and permanent uncertainty, into the future of global trade.
January 8, 2026
Energy
Sustainability trends businesses must watch in 2026
In 2026, sustainability moves from lofty ambition to hard-nosed execution, driving resilience, competitiveness, and real business value. From circularity to AI-enabled energy systems and sustainable product design, IMD experts see action taking center stage.
December 29, 2025
Brain Circuits:
Brain Circuits
Sustainability is dead – true or false?
Myths abound when it comes to corporate sustainability. Can you tell fact from fiction? Test your knowledge on the common misconceptions here.
January 23, 2026
AI
Management mythbusters: The AI vs sustainability trade-offÂ
AI and sustainability are transforming the business landscape, yet many organizations treat the two as separate mandates, led by separate teams pulling in different directions. Instead, they must integrate these forces, using five principles for a twin transformation.
December 3, 2025
Audio articles
The energy trilemma: why it pays to get the balance right
Dealing with the conflicting demands of price, sustainability, and security of energy supplies is challenging, but it’s a useful way to assess your firm’s resilience and agility.
September 2, 2025
Brain Circuits
Spot the difference: ESG and sustainability
ESG assesses risks to the business; sustainability focuses on the business’s impact on the world. Understand the difference to lead with purpose and insight.
August 5, 2025
Brain Circuits
How to get sustainable business transformation right
Sustainable corporate change is a challenging feat to pull off. Julia Binder examines the barriers and drivers of change to increase your chances of success.
May 12, 2025
AI
Are you using AI for a sustainable future?Â
As AI continues to reshape industries, businesses must navigate the balance between automation and human contribution. Take this short quiz to test your knowledge of its potential uses and check out our tips on collaborating for a sustainable future.
May 7, 2025
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Leading systems change
The sustainability transformation issue
No organization can escape the need to transform to become more sustainable. The need to act is urgent. It calls for strong leadership, difficult decisions, and deep cultural change. In Issue XI, we explore how to build sustainable organizations to succeed in turbulent times.
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