Swiss Impact with Banerjis

Amazonas For Life. Carlos Nobre & Helena Lindemark

 

The Amazon’s "Last Corridor of Life" is Being Sold for Soy Farming (ft. Carlos Nobre & Helena Lindemark)

We are witnessing a critical moment for the Amazon rainforest. In this episode, we focus on a specific 30,000-hectare forest in Bolivia—a "living corridor" that connects the dry forests of Chiquitania to the Amazon biome. This land, home to jaguars and vital watersheds, is currently at risk of being sold to Brazil's largest soy company which plans to clear up to 80% of it for agriculture.

 

We are joined by two powerhouse guests:

• Professor Carlos Nobre: A Nobel Peace Prize contributor and leading Earth System scientist who has spent decades warning that the Amazon is nearing a catastrophic "tipping point".
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• Helena Lindemark: Impact entrepreneur and founder of the 2022 Initiative Foundation, working directly with Indigenous communities to legally challenge this sale and protect the forest.
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In this interview, we discuss:

• The Crisis: Why the sale of this corridor to agribusiness could lead to ecological suicide, drying out the region by disrupting the "flying rivers" that transport essential moisture.
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• The Tipping Point: Prof. Nobre explains how we are on the verge of turning the Amazon into a dry savanna, which would release billions of tons of CO2 and potentially make the region uninhabitable for humans.
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• The Solution: How Indigenous nations are using legal action to stop the land use change and the rise of a "social bioeconomy"—using standing forests to produce chocolate, nuts, and oils instead of cattle.
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• Urgent Action: The legal battle is underway, but time is short. The Indigenous guardians believe this sale can still be stopped.
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Join us to learn why what happens to this one corridor in Bolivia will decide the future of our climate.

From Corporate Burnout to True Purpose: Daring to Live Authentically with Andreas Dudas | Season 11 Episode 6 | Dare - Andreas Dudas

 

"My life looked good from the outside, but on the inside, something was not right."

 

Have you ever felt successful but empty? Our guest today, Andreas Dudas, had it all: big titles, massive infrastructure projects, and a "big life." But after a 20-million-franc loss and a severe burnout, he realized that if you are not yourself, you cannot be trustworthy or truly successful.

In this episode, Andreas joins us from his farm in Switzerland to discuss his book, Dare: Attaining Greatness Through Authenticity.
We dive deep into the courage it takes to leave the "safety" of a career to follow your soul’s calling—even if that calling seems crazy to everyone else.

 

In this episode, you will learn:

The "Dare" Formula: The three pillars of finding your purpose: Clarity, Love (Courage), and Action.

Overcoming Fear: Why the biggest fear we have is the fear of being "nothing," and how to replace it with love.

Leadership Secrets: Why true leadership is simply about loving people and empowering their uniqueness.

A Daily Practice: The simple "I am Love, I am Peace" mantra that can change your energy instantly.

Andreas challenges us to treat the planet like guests rather than owners and to find the "Polar Bear" inside of us—the part of us that has a thick skin and isn't afraid to walk alone.

 

About the Guest:

Andreas Dudas is a mentor, author, and former corporate leader who helps individuals and organizations find inner peace and realize their unique potential.

 

Connect with Andreas:

Find him on LinkedIn: https://ch.linkedin.com/in/andreasdudas/en

Ocean Carbon Capture: How Kelp Forests Save The Planet | Season 11 Episode 5 | Ocean Quest - Juergen Roider

It’s incredible to see a serial entrepreneur like Juergen Roider pivot from the world of IT to become a reborn champion for the oceans. His bold vision, building a massive kelp belt to capture carbon and restore marine ecosystems feels like science fiction turned reality, and it’s exactly the kind of innovation our planet needs right now.

Did you know kelp absorbs carbon 20 times more efficiently than rainforests?
And with robots and AI handling the dangerous underwater work 24/7, this is a game-changer for scalability and global climate action.

In this inspiring episode of Swiss Impact, Juergen shares his journey from witnessing the apocalyptic reality of ocean pollution to founding Ocean Quest International, a global initiative using climate robotics, ocean farming, and kelp reforestation to heal the seas.

His message is both urgent and deeply human:

“Before we go to Mars, we must save our own home.”

This is high-impact stewardship at its best - science, technology, and purpose united for the planet.

For more information:
https://ocean-quest.international/

What if the solution to the world’s most pressing problems—food scarcity, mass migration, and desertification—was hiding in plain sight?

In this episode of Swiss Impact, we sit down with Karl Albrecht Waldstein, the inventor of Desert Greener and managing director of Seawater GmbH. Karl’s journey began 17 years ago in Spain, witnessing the devastating effects of desertification while standing next to an "endless abundance" of seawater. Since then, he has developed a revolutionary technology that mimics the natural water cycle to turn salt water into "blank sheet" distilled water using nothing but the power of the sun.

Unlike traditional reverse osmosis, which is energy-intensive and produces harmful waste, Desert Greener is a zero-emission process. It doesn’t just provide water; it creates a path for Green Hydrogen and Ammonia production, potentially replacing fossil fuels for a carbon-neutral future.

Join us for a profound conversation that bridges cutting-edge physics with spiritual wisdom. As Karl puts it: "We have to find a way that the seawater solves the problem, but it must be cheap or almost for free."

 

#WaterCrisis, #DesertGreener, #Sustainability, #GreenHydrogen, #ClimateAction, #Innovation, #CleanWater, #SwissImpact, #RenewableEnergy, #Agriculture, #ZeroEmissions

Can a Balanced Ecosystem Really Change Your Life Forever | Season 11 Episode 3 | Damroo - Amrita Tewari, Lalit Sharma

The video is about Project AMBIKA, a center for modern life in Almere Poort, Netherlands, that aims to redefine what such a center can be.

This is not a real estate venture, but a living ecosystem built on universal values of belonging, strength, and compassion.

Founders Amrita Tewari and Lalit Sharma Bhusal share their vision of blending culture, community, and inner purpose to create a space where people can truly feel at home.

Designed as a four-layer ecosystem, AMBIKA brings together business, culture, and spirituality:
🏢 Business Center – a garden-style workspace for modern professionals
🎭 Cultural Center – art, dance, music, and events promoting compassion and vegetarianism
🕉️ Temple – open daily for meditation, reflection, and spiritual connection

Built on three pillars — business, community, and inner well-being, each layer contributes to a stable, self-sustaining model.

Located in Almere, the youngest and greenest city of the Netherlands, AMBIKA is ideally positioned near Amsterdam, offering peace, accessibility, and opportunity.

The founders invite partners, investors, and donors to join their mission, building not just a center, but a movement for peace, harmony, and conscious living.

👉 Be part of this vision. 
Visit or support the AMBIKA Centre today.
www.damroo.eu 

Is Your Current Lifestyle Actually Hurting Your Goals | Season 11 Episode 2 | Living by CO - Dave Hemminga & Maarten Vooijs.

In this emotionally charged episode of Swiss Impact, hosts Sveta and Ben sit down with Dave and Maarten, the founders of CO, to explore how a radical vision for housing is reshaping the future of human living.

CO isn’t just building homes it’s creating communities of dignity, sustainability, and connection.
Rooted in collaboration, not competition, CO is showing how the future of real estate can unite profit, purpose, and people.

#SwissImpactTV #SwissImpactWithBanerjis #ImpactInvesting #SustainableLiving #AffordableHousing #CircularEconomy #ClimateAction #FutureOfLiving #ImpactLeadership #purposedrivenbusiness 

The Story Behind Stephen Gillen's Success | Season 11, Episode 01

In this conversation, Stephen Gillen"  @stephen.gillen   shares his journey of resilience through life's adversities and emphasizes the importance of recognizing and utilizing the gifts we are given. He reflects on the extremes of his life and the lessons learned, highlighting the significance of purpose and self-discovery in achieving true success.

0:00 – Introduction
3:00 – “What emotion still lives quietly in your heart?”
4:00 – “When did you realise you wanted to live differently?”
5:30 – “What part of you woke up that had been asleep for years?”
9:00 – “What story are people afraid to tell the world?”
11:30 – “When you sit alone with your soul… what is your life really about?”
12:30 – “What impact do you want your LIFE — not your brand — to leave?”
13:30 – “What do you believe all humans are searching for?”
14:00 – “When everything falls away… who are we?”
14:45 – Closing

#stephengillen #impactinvesting #swissimpact #svetabanerjee #benbanerjee

From Funding Gap to Job Creation. Launch Africa's Big Bet | Season 10, Episode 12 

Africa's innovation story is unfolding and Launch Africa Ventures is at its heart. 

In this inspiring episode, we sit down with Zachariah and Janade, the visionaries behind one of Africa's leading venture capital firms. 

Discover how they're bridging the funding gap for African startups, empowering women founders, and scaling climate-smart solutions across 25 countries. 

From job creation to impact investing, this is how Africa is redefining the future — today. https://www.launchafrica.vc/

3:00 – About Launch Africa 
6:15 – How do you select the startups you invest in?
8:50 – What challenges do African entrepreneurs face?
14:05 – How do you measure the real impact of your investments?
16:00 – Investment Philosophy & Impact Focus
24:30 – Can you share some success stories from your portfolio?
31:45 – How do you balance profit and purpose?
35:20 – Advice for first-time impact investors
40:00 – Future Vision

 #LaunchAfrica  #VentureCapital  #AfricanInnovation  #ImpactInvesting  #Entrepreneurship

Inside CC Forum Zurich 2025: Investing in Sustainability In this episode, we sit down with Max Studennikoff, founder of the world-renowned CC Forum, the global platform where investors, policymakers, and changemakers come together to shape a sustainable future. From royal greetings and high-level gatherings to real-world impact deals, CC Forum has become a hub for leaders driving climate action, green innovation, and purpose-driven investment. With its upcoming Zurich 2025 edition themed “Investing in Sustainability”, Max shares his vision, past successes, and why this year's forum is the must-attend event for impact investors and entrepreneurs alike.

Discover how CC Forum transforms dialogue into action and why Zurich will be the center stage for sustainability's next big leap.

Secure your tickets: https://zurich.cc-forum.com/tickets/  and use the code IIS20VIP for a 20% discount.

0:00 – Introduction
2:00 – Founder of CC Forum
4:14 – The Vision Behind CC Forum
6:16 – Driving Impact & Sustainability
8:04 – What Makes CC Forum Unique?
9:49 – Memorable Deals & Global Partnerships
12:01 – Royal Recognition & High-Level Networking
18:15 – Zurich 2025: What to Expect
21:50 – Topics & Sectors at Zurich Forum 2025
24:04 – AI & Emerging Tech in Sustainability
33:54 – Why Attend CC Forum Zurich 2025?
36:34 – Closing:

Join the Movement

#CCForum #Sustainability #ImpactInvesting #GreenInnovation #Zurich2025 #ClimateAction #SustainableFuture

Redefining Wealth: From Finance to Impact Investing 🌍

In this inspiring episode of King Connections, host  @KingChristopherkingconnectme  sits down with Sveta Benerjee, impact investor, entrepreneur, and co-host of Swiss Impact with Benerjis. Sveta shares her journey from traditional finance to building a global platform that connects capital with purpose-driven projects.

Discover:
What impact investing really means (and how it differs from ESG). 
Why measuring impact is crucial for real change.
How yoga shaped Sveta’s leadership and life mission.
Practical advice for investors who want both profit and purpose.
The vision behind the Impact & Love Legacy Retreat

If you’re ready to align your money with your values and make a tangible difference, this conversation will inspire you to start today.

Original  @KingChristopherkingconnectme  video at: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=d42XHNjN6Mc&t=14s

 

#ImpactInvesting #SustainableFinance #SwissImpact #InvestWithPurpose #SocialImpact #ConsciousCapitalism