Podcast: Road to regenerative capitalism

In this episode of The Greener Way, host Michelle Baltazar interviews Paul Clements-Hunt, founder and chief executive of The Blended Capital Group, about the future of environmental, social and governance (ESG) investing.

They explore the origin of ESG, emphasising its role in changing the culture of asset owners, particularly in Australia. He discusses the transition from ethical investments to responsible and sustainable investments, stressing the need for authenticity in addressing systemic risks, particularly in climate change and social inequality.

Clements-Hunt also highlights emerging opportunities in ESG investing, including the development of tradable carbon securities and resilient infrastructure.

03:20 The genesis of ESG

05:11 The evolution and impact of ESG

08:35 challenges and opportunities in ESG

10:09 Future of ESG and regenerative capitalism

14:56 The shift to tradable carbon securities

19:05 Infrastructure and climate investment

Paul Clements-Hunt was the opening keynote speaker at the 2025 Responsible Investment Association Australasia, held at the ICC in Sydney, May 28-29.