Christmas is around the corner: Here are nine podcast episodes for the winter break

The shift to sustainable business practices is not a trend; it’s a booster for competitiveness.

Today, we wrap up our Next Stop: Green Business podcast miniseries, exploring how Danish companies are turning sustainability into a powerful business opportunity, demonstrating that green business is good business.

Throughout the series, we’ve travelled across Denmark, speaking with bold individuals, visiting companies that are turning sustainability into a competitive advantage.

From the biodiversity gardens at VELUX and the innovative R&D Centre at Hempel, to the green finance headquarters at PensionDanmark, each company is proving that green business is not only possible, but profitable.

We've explored ROCKWOOL's journey to electrify production and embrace circular practices, Grundfos' efforts to make water solutions more energy-efficient, and NKT's role in enabling green infrastructure through their high-voltage cables.

We’ve seen how FLS is revolutionising the mining industry by improving energy and water efficiency, and how Danfoss is taking its own medicine by applying energy-efficient solutions to its own operations and products.

Lastly, we’ve visited Schneider Electric’s CO₂-neutral factory, where small, smart changes are driving big environmental impact. Together, these episodes highlight the wide-ranging efforts across industries to build greener, more efficient businesses.

As we look toward the new year, State of Green will continue to showcase companies leading the way in the green transition. The stories shared in Next Stop: Green Business prove that sustainability is not only achievable, but also a business imperative. These companies are creating real climate action while staying competitive in an ever-evolving market.

Stay tuned for more inspiring stories in the year ahead, and take advantage of the Christmas break to catch up on all the episodes of Next Stop: Green Business below.

Joel Matias Jonsson

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State of Green launches 'Next Stop: Green Business'; a podcast miniseries exploring how Danish companies turn their value chains green while staying competitive. Discover the podcast

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ROCKWOOL: From lava to legacy

In the first episode of this podcast miniseries, we visit ROCKWOOL to hear the tale of how the organisation utilises stone wool innovation to drive both sustainability and long-term business growth. Discover the episode

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Danfoss: Sustainable self-medication

Taking your own medicine often carries an unpleasant connotation. For Danfoss, however, it’s a proof of concept: demonstrating how competitive decarbonisation works in practice, both for the bottom line and for the climate. Discover the episode

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Grundfos: Pumps make the world go 'round

In a world where climate change manifests as both too much and too little water, Grundfos is making the case that water – and the energy we use to move it – is central to sustainable progress. Discover the episode

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NKT: Beating the (cable) drum for a green grid

Tag along as we visit cable manufacturer NKT at their factory in Asnæs, Denmark, where giant cable drums lie coiled, ready for the infrastructure of the future. Discover the episode

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PensionDanmark: First movers of green finance

Being a first mover is not always easy, but 15 years ago, Pension Denmark saw a potential in investing in green energy making their members – and the world – much richer. Discover the episode

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FLS: The journey of the rocks

As a global leader in mineral processing technology, FLS provides the solutions that help turn raw rocks into the critical minerals needed for everything from wind turbines to electric vehicles. Discover the episode

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Hempel: Paint the town green

Take a trip to Hempel's new R&D centre, and explore how the company is reshaping the role of coatings in the green transition - from lowering emissions to extending the lifespan of essential infrastructure. Discover the episode

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VELUX: A window of green opportunity

Known globally for their roof windows and skylights, VELUX has spent more than 80 years finding ways to bring natural light indoors – and now, they’re also working to ensure that the nature it comes from stays protected. Discover the episode

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Schneider Electric: Touring the world's most sustainable factory

Come with us, as we venture into Schneider Electric's CO₂-neutral factory, which showcases how small, smart changes can lead to big environmental impacts in manufacturing. Discover the episode

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