Planetary Intelligence Revolution: Making Earth Systems Your Competitive Advantage - 10 Big Ideas to Transform Supply Chains for a Regenerative Future
Join the Supply Chain Queen and James George with Julia Armstrong D'Agnese, Co-Founder and CEO of Earth Knowledge, for a groundbreaking discussion about making nature a measurable stakeholder in business operations.
In this episode of the Supply Chain Revolution's "10 Big Ideas" series, you'll learn how Julia's team has pioneered Integrated Planetary Intelligence™—a platform that translates the complexity of Earth's natural systems into actionable business insights to build regenerative supply chains. As a top Microsoft partner serving Fortune 500 companies and now featured on NASDAQ DataLink with 800,000 users, Earth Knowledge is transforming how companies understand their planetary dependencies.
Key Insights:
The Five Critical Planetary Dependencies: Water availability, soil health, biodiversity, energy demands, and agriculture/food vulnerabilities—and why supply chains are blind to these risks until crisis hits Digital Twin Technology: How Global Twins (1km resolution, forecasts from 1900-2100) and Regional Twins (250m resolution with daily forecasts) enable both strategic planning and real-time operational decisions From Compliance to Competitive Advantage: Why planetary intelligence transforms environmental data from reporting burden to profit driver Real-World Applications: How companies use daily forecasts to optimize inventory, protect infrastructure, and adapt agricultural sourcing ahead of climate impacts The $7 Trillion AI Opportunity: Balancing data center growth with water and energy availability—why site selection now requires planetary intelligence California's Climate Whiplash: How atmospheric rivers delivering "two Amazon rivers" require 10-day forecasts for emergency preparedness and groundwater recharge Integration Strategy: Why Earth Knowledge plugs into existing platforms (Microsoft Fabric) rather than requiring new infrastructure
What You'll Learn:
How extreme weather events costing $1 billion+ now occur every three weeks instead of every four months Why $44 trillion of economic value (over half of global GDP) depends on nature's services How Fortune 500 companies are shifting from transition risk to physical asset risk assessment The difference between managing water like a "bank account" vs traditional approaches Why inventory decisions based on last year's sales are being replaced by planetary forecasts How wine and agriculture companies use long-term forecasts to identify optimal growing regions decades in advance
Julia shares compelling examples of companies discovering that planetary intelligence isn't just for compliance—it's needed across risk management, real estate, site selection, business continuity, supply chain operations, and strategic planning.
This isn't theoretical sustainability—it's practical guidance on using Earth systems data to build resilient, regenerative supply chains while improving business outcomes.
Perfect for: Supply chain leaders, sustainability executives, risk managers, operations professionals, and anyone responsible for long-term business resilience.
About Julia Armstrong D'Agnese: Co-Founder and CEO of Earth Knowledge, Julia brings decades of entrepreneurial experience including scaling a company from trailers to IPO in four years. Earth Knowledge's team includes five IPCC/National Climate Assessment authors, President Obama's former White House climate director, and pioneers in Earth systems science. Founded in 2003, Earth Knowledge was ahead of the market in understanding that businesses need integrated planetary intelligence to make decisions that serve people, profits, and planet.
Connect with the Supply Chain Revolution: Subscribe for the full "10 Big Ideas" series exploring how to transform supply chains for a regenerative future. Follow the Sheri Hinish on LinkedIn for additional insights and resources.
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AI - Powered Transformation for Regenerative Manufacturing - 10 Big Ideas to Transform Supply Chains for a Regenerative Future
Join the Supply Chain Queen and James George with Teesee Murray, Group President of Turtle | CEO of TurtleX, for an eye-opening discussion about transforming manufacturing through AI-powered regenerative systems.
In this episode of the Supply Chain Revolution's "10 Big Ideas to Transform Supply Chains for a Regenerative Future" series, discover how companies are leveraging AI and exponential technologies to create regenerative manufacturing outcomes. Teesee, leading a fourth-generation, family-owned Certified Women's Business Enterprise with over 100 years of history, shares insights from navigating multiple industrial revolutions—from electrification through automation to today's AI transformation.
Key Insights:
How to turn "transformation into trust" by inspiring people to embrace AI-driven change at the individual level Why growing power demands from AI data centers are driving innovation in sustainable energy solutions The role of microgrids, atmospheric water generation, and advanced battery technologies in creating regenerative systems How digital twins and IoT enable comprehensive Scope 3 emissions reporting across supply chains Why new market mechanisms are financing the energy transition beyond government subsidies The critical importance of systemic thinking: changes must benefit individuals, teams, companies, and customers
What You'll Learn:
Practical approaches to enterprise-wide AI transformation that creates sustainability benefits How to manage cultural resistance when implementing exponential technologies Real examples of innovative solutions like utility-grade water-from-air generation coupled with renewable energy Why successful transformation requires augmenting individual skill sets and building appetite for change Technology solutions making regenerative manufacturing tracking and optimization possible The business case for resilience: how microgrids and energy independence create competitive advantage
Teesee shares compelling stories from the frontlines of AI transformation, including how companies are solving the "juice problem" in the grid through market-driven innovation and why the biggest risk with AI is ignoring it rather than embracing it thoughtfully.
This isn't theoretical sustainability talk – it's a practical guide to using AI and exponential technologies to build regenerative manufacturing systems while creating business value.
Perfect for supply chain leaders, manufacturing executives, sustainability professionals, and anyone interested in leveraging AI for regenerative transformation.
Connect with the Supply Chain Revolution: Subscribe for the full "10 Big Ideas" series exploring how to transform supply chains for a regenerative future. Follow the Supply Chain Queen on LinkedIn and James George for additional insights and resources.
About Teesee Murray: Teesee Murray is Group President of Turtle | CEO of TurtleX. Turtle is a global leader in electrical distribution, industrial MRO, automation, technology, supply chain solutions, and energy management. As a fourth-generation, family-owned Certified Women's Business Enterprise (WBE) with over 100 years of history, Turtle delivers mission critical solutions through radical collaboration, technical expertise, innovation, and sustainability. Visit www.turtle.com.
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Circular Materials Economy: From Trillion-Dollar Waste to Business Value - 10 Big Ideas to Transform Supply Chains for a Regenerative Future
Join the Supply Chain Queen and Dr. Garry Cooper, neuroscientist-turned-circular economy pioneer, for an eye-opening discussion about transforming the trillion-dollar waste economy into business value through circular materials practices.
In this episode of the Supply Chain Revolution's "10 Big Ideas to Transform Supply Chains for a Regenerative Future " series, discover how companies are moving beyond recycling to create true circular materials economies. Dr. Cooper, CEO and Founder of Rheaply, shares insights from 10 years of building one of the country's largest reuse networks, revealing why the global circularity rate has actually declined despite increased awareness.
Key Insights:
Why there's literally a trillion-dollar economy of unused materials beneath our feet How businesses can generate immediate ROI from materials they're currently throwing away The infrastructure gap preventing circular economy adoption and how technology is solving it Why reuse and repair should come before recycling in the circular hierarchy The critical importance of designing products for multiple lifecycles from the start The mindset shift from seeing "waste" as problems to recognizing valuable assets
What You'll Learn:
Practical KPIs that matter for circular materials implementation How leading companies are capturing value from products across multiple lifecycles Why designing for reuse from the start is essential for true circular materials economy Technology solutions making circular materials tracking and verification possible The business case beyond sustainability: faster sourcing, reduced costs, supply chain resilience Future trends: take-back programs, carbon accounting integration, and mainstream adoption
Dr. Cooper shares compelling stories from the frontlines of circular economy implementation, including how Northwestern University labs sparked a reuse revolution and why companies are paying millions to throw away materials that other projects desperately need.
This isn't theoretical sustainability talk – it's a practical guide to unlocking hidden value in your supply chain while building a regenerative future.
Perfect for supply chain leaders, procurement professionals, sustainability executives, and anyone interested in turning waste streams into revenue streams.
Connect with the Supply Chain Revolution: Subscribe for the full "10 Big Ideas" series exploring how to transform supply chains for a regenerative future. Follow the Supply Chain Queen on LinkedIn for additional insights and resources.
About Dr. Garry Cooper: Dr. Cooper is the CEO and Founder of Rheaply, a technology platform that enables organizations to track, manage, and exchange resources to reduce waste and create value. With a background in neuroscience and a passion for systems thinking, Cooper has spent over a decade building one of the country's largest reuse networks.
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From Sustainability to Regeneration: A New Paradigm in Sourcing - 10 Big Ideas to Transform Supply Chains for a Regenerative Future
In Season 2, Episode 2 of the Supply Chain Revolution podcast, hosts Sheri Hinish and James George delve into the concept of regenerative sourcing as a transformative approach to supply chains. They discuss the shift from traditional sustainability practices to a regenerative mindset that aims to leave ecosystems better than they found them. The conversation covers systemic thinking, practical applications in agriculture and textiles, the role of technology in enabling regenerative practices, and future trends in supply chain sustainability. The episode concludes with a call to action for listeners to be curious and engage in learning about these critical topics.
Takeaways
-Regenerative sourcing represents a fundamental shift in supply chain thinking.
-The focus should be on creating net positive outcomes rather than just reducing harm.
-Systemic thinking is essential for understanding the interconnectedness of supply chain elements.
-Practical examples of regenerative sourcing can be found in agriculture and textiles.
-Technology plays a crucial role in enabling regenerative practices and data transformation.
-Future supply chain strategies must integrate regenerative principles to remain competitive.
-Consumer demand is shifting towards brands that prioritize sustainability and regeneration.
-Long-term strategies are necessary for meaningful change in supply chains.
-Engagement and collaboration are key to advancing regenerative practices.
-Being aggressively curious is vital for understanding and implementing regenerative sourcing.
Sound Bites
"We need to think about new and radical ideas."
"We need to think about it very differently."
"Be aggressively curious."
Chapters
00:00 Introduction to Regenerative Sourcing
03:33 The Shift from Sustainability to Regeneration
06:27 Understanding Regenerative Sourcing
09:32 Practical Applications in Agriculture
12:34 Innovative Practices Across Sectors
15:35 The Role of Technology in Regenerative Sourcing
18:43 Future Trends in Supply Chain Practices
21:29 Closing Thoughts and Call to Action
About
The Supply Chain Revolution® isn't just a top-ranked podcast—it's a movement reimagining global networks as pathways of restoration. Host Sheri Hinish (Supply Chain Queen), a globally recognized thought leader in sustainability and supply chain innovation, challenges the notion that we can only be "less bad." Instead, she explores how supply chains can actively regenerate our world.
In our groundbreaking new series "10 Big Ideas to Transform Supply Chains for a Regenerative Future," co-hosted with James George, former Ellen MacArthur Foundation leader, we move beyond incremental sustainability to explore transformative approaches that regenerate natural and social systems. From Regenerative Sourcing to Transparent Value Chains, each episode unpacks revolutionary concepts with world-class experts and provocative voices disrupting the status quo.
As a recognized pioneer and leader with a distinct point of view, Sheri brings unparalleled expertise in technology-enabled transformation, circularity, sustainability innovation and the most advanced 'sustainable' supply chain practices. This podcast delivers actionable insights where innovation meets impact—equipping professionals to design supply chains that heal rather than harm.
Join our vibrant community of Rebels who are forward-thinking practitioners and leaders committed to disrupting the status quo for positive transformation. Subscribe now to architect a world where business success and environmental prosperity grow together. Engage other Rebels in our community who share your passion and vision for a new world where people, planet, and business can thrive.
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10 Big Ideas to Transform Supply Chains for a Regenerative Future - Meet the Hosts
Welcome to the new season of the Supply Chain Revolution podcast, where hosts Sheri R. Hinish and James George discuss the launch of '10 Big Ideas to Transform Supply Chains for a Regenerative Future'. As they reflect on their previous conversations and emphasize the need for actionable change in the industry. The episode serves as an introduction to the new season, highlighting the personal motivations behind their work and the legacy they wish to leave for future generations. They outline the upcoming episodes focused on transformative ideas that can reshape supply chains for a better future.
Takeaways
The conversation around sustainability is still lacking in action.Personal motivations, like family, drive the urgency for change.Supply chains can be a conduit for global change.It's essential to operationalize ambitious sustainability goals.Building resilience in supply chains is crucial for future success.The upcoming season will explore ten transformative ideas.Legacy and future generations are central to the discussion.Economic opportunities can arise from sustainable practices.The focus should be on doing more good, not just less bad.Innovation in sourcing is a key theme for the first episode.
Sound Bites
"It's a legacy conversation."
About
The Supply Chain Revolution® isn't just a top-ranked podcast—it's a movement reimagining global networks as pathways of restoration. Host Sheri Hinish (Supply Chain Queen), a globally recognized thought leader in sustainability and supply chain innovation, challenges the notion that we can only be "less bad." Instead, she explores how supply chains can actively regenerate our world.
In our groundbreaking new series "10 Big Ideas to Transform Supply Chains for a Regenerative Future," co-hosted with James George, former Ellen MacArthur Foundation leader, we move beyond incremental sustainability to explore transformative approaches that regenerate natural and social systems. From Regenerative Sourcing to Transparent Value Chains, each episode unpacks revolutionary concepts with world-class experts and provocative voices disrupting the status quo.
As a recognized pioneer and leader with a distinct point of view, Sheri brings unparalleled expertise in technology-enabled transformation, circularity, sustainability innovation and the most advanced 'sustainable' supply chain practices. This podcast delivers actionable insights where innovation meets impact—equipping professionals to design supply chains that heal rather than harm.
Join our vibrant community of Rebels who are forward-thinking practitioners and leaders committed to disrupting the status quo for positive transformation. Subscribe now to architect a world where business success and environmental prosperity grow together. Engage other Rebels in our community who share your passion and vision for a new world where people, planet, and business can thrive.
Follow Supply Chain Revolution: https://www.linkedin.com/company/supply-chain-revolution + supplychainqueen.com/podcast
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Follow James George: https://www.linkedin.com/in/james-a-george/
Supply Chain Revolution®: Sustainability • Innovation • Technology
Where sustainability meets innovation — real leaders, real strategies, real transformation.
At the intersection of people, planet, and technology, Supply Chain Revolution® reveals how the world’s top innovators are transforming sustainability, AI, and supply chain strategy into advantage.
Welcome to Supply Chain Revolution®, the global podcast redefining how we think about sustainability, technology, and transformation. Hosted by Sheri Hinish, known worldwide as the Supply Chain Queen®, this show explores what it takes to build resilient, regenerative businesses at the intersection of people, planet, and technology.
Every episode challenges the status quo — unpacking how innovation, AI, and systems thinking are rewriting the rules of enterprise transformation.
You’ll hear from executive leaders, technologists, scientists, policymakers, and changemakers driving sustainable growth and digital reinvention. Past guests include pioneers from Microsoft, SAP, IBM, Starbucks, Unilever, MIT, the Ellen MacArthur Foundation, and the world’s most exciting climate-tech startups.
These are the conversations you won’t find in boardrooms or press releases. We go beyond buzzwords to reveal what actually works — and how bold thinkers are making sustainability profitable, scalable, and human.
Listen to learn:
• How to reduce Scope 3 emissions without breaking budgets
• How AI and automation deliver returns in under six months
• Circular-economy models that create new revenue streams
• Digital-manufacturing strategies that eliminate inventory waste
• Carbon-data innovations turning compliance into competitive advantage
• Leadership mindsets redefining value creation for a regenerative economy
Our “10 Big Ideas” series breaks down the breakthroughs reshaping industries — from sustainable finance and digital MRV to supply-chain decarbonization, regenerative agriculture, and AI-powered transparency. Each episode distills complex systems into actionable playbooks that separate market leaders from those still catching up.
No fluff. No theory. Just truth, transformation, and practical insight from people who’ve built real change at global scale.
Whether you’re a CEO, sustainability officer, technologist, policymaker, or student passionate about systems change, Supply Chain Revolution® is your backstage pass to the ideas and people redefining the future of business.
New episodes monthly. Your competition is already listening — and learning.
🔗 Learn more + show notes: supplychainqueen.com
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💼 Follow Sheri Hinish (Supply Chain Queen®) on LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/supplychainqueenLearn more: supplychainqueen.com
👑 About the Host
Sheri Hinish is an award-winning executive strategist, board advisor, and global thought leader at the forefront of sustainability, AI, and digital transformation. Known as the Supply Chain Queen®, she helps Fortune 500 companies, governments, and institutions integrate sustainability, technology, and innovation into how they operate.
She is the Founder of Supply Chain Revolution Global, and previously led sustainability solutions at EY and IBM. Her work has been featured in The Wall Street Journal, Bloomberg, The Economist, and Forbes.
Recognitions include Top 250 Leaders in Sustainability (2025), Top 100 Women in Sustainability and Supply Chain (2024), and #1 Supply Chain Leader by Supply Chain Digital. Sheri frequently speaks at COP, NY Climate Week, Reuters Events, and other global forums.
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