Sustainability Management

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This podcast contains conversations with a wide range of experts and enthusiasts about management for sustainability. Hosted by faculty connected to the USN Master's programme in Sustainability Management at the USN School of Business.

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October 8, 2024Episode 81 hr 7 min

The Origins of Sustainability Management at USN

In this candid conversation, we sit down with Ingeborg Nordbø, an Associate Professor at USN, who shares her fascinating background, professional adventures, and plans. Through this discussion, you’ll hear about the passionate individuals who came together to establish the Sustainability Management program at USN and much more.If you're a student searching for a Master's program that will equip you with sustainability skills and foster personal growth, this episode is for you. Whether you’re a current or prospective student, or simply curious about sustainability, you’ll find this conversation packed with valuable insights.We also dive into what life is like for students at USN in Bø, explore Bø as a student town and cultural hub, and touch on other interesting topics. Don't miss it!

February 14, 2024Episode 724 min

Navigating Academic Success: From Master's to PhD in Sustainability

Welcome to the second part of our special series on the Sustainability Management Podcast. In this episode, our host Nikolai continues the conversation with another student from our program, Ajay, who comes from India.Our discussion focuses on various aspects of academic life, including the nature of competition, the importance of grades, and the process of pursuing a PhD in Norway. We also touch on Ajay's involvement in Euroweek and discuss how a wide range of interests can influence and guide our academic and professional journeys.

January 31, 2024Episode 631 min

Global Perspectives: Cultural Insights in Sustainability Education

Welcome back to the Sustainability Management Podcast. In this episode, we're introducing the first part of a two-part series. Our host Nikolai, a current student on the verge of completing his thesis, engages in discussions with two students from our program.In this segment, we feature a conversation with a graduate from the inaugural 2023 class of our program. We delve into a range of topics including the unique cultural perspectives from the United States, Russia, and Norway. The discussion offers insights into our diverse backgrounds and the paths that led us here. Key topics include the thesis writing process, the experience of undertaking a master's degree at USN in Bø, and integrating personal interests into academic and professional pursuits.Join us for this engaging episode, where we explore the varied experiences of our students in Sustainability Management!

November 8, 2023Episode 523 min

Exploring Sustainable Business Strategies in Renewable Energy: A Conversation with Skagerak Kraft AS Experts

How to build a sustainable business strategy? What does it take to remain dynamic and competitive in the renewable energy industry? How crucial is it to give space for experimentation in the business strategy? Discover the secrets of building a sustainable business strategy and staying competitive in the renewable energy industry. Join us in this insightful episode as Noor Jahan Khan, a Sustainability Management student, engages in a conversation with Ingrid Hau, Health and Safety Environment leader, and Ingrid Ohna, Corporate Sustainability Officer from Skagerak Kraft AS in Norway, a subsidiary of Skagerak Energy. Learn about the importance of experimentation in business strategies and gain valuable insights into the transition towards sustainability. This episode is a continuation of the Sustainability Research Seminar hosted by our campus in Bø, where Ingrid Hau shared her expertise on how sustainability is deeply ingrained in Skagerak's core values

October 7, 2022Episode 415 min

Academia, Sustainability and Solar Energy Research with Eva Niesten

Liv-Randi Røyset is a second-year student in the Master of Sustainability Management. In this episode she interviews Eva Niesten. Eva is a Professor of Strategy and Sustainability at SKEMA Business School in Paris. She has been invited to the Sustainability Research Seminar to our Campus in Bø where we got the chance to hear about her research on Solar Energy firms.

August 18, 2022Episode 38 min

Det Gule Hus: An Innovative Second Hand Concept

Liv-Randi Røyset is a first year student in the Master of Sustainability Management. In this episode she interviews Niels Gerner Nielsen, the founder of Det Gule Hus situated in the center of Bø. Det Gule Hus introduces a new concept for the sale of used goods. In this interview they talk about his motivation for creating Det Gule Hus and his vision for further development.

May 5, 2022Episode 215 min

Permaculture and Regenerative Land Use at Evju Mathage

Selina Ohrnberger is a first year student in the Master of Sustainability Management. In this episode she interviews Ana Julie Verbelen, the initiator and project manager of Evju Mathage, a permaculture garden located just a few kilometers out of Bø. A place that combines community, education and research through permaculture and regenerative land use.