In this episode of Game Changers, we track the journey of a desktop experiment that became a global business operating in Europe, Japan, North America and now Australia. Game Changers host Elena Lambros talks with Steve Greig about how OCO Technology captures carbon dioxide and locks it permanently into a lightweight aggregate made from industrial ash (residue that would otherwise go to landfill).

Together, Steve and Elena discuss OCO’s expansion into Australia through a joint venture, and three substantial hurdles the business has to clear: regulation that varies from country to country and state to state, a construction industry accustomed to quarried (not synthetic) materials, and the capital intensity of building new plants.

Steve makes the case for rethinking “additionality” (the test investors apply to show that carbon removal depends on credit revenue) and explains why a fixed window for carbon credits leaves financiers asking what happens afterwards. Elena and Steve also emphasise the value of renewables and education in the race to net zero; they reflect on Morocco’s rapid shift to solar; and they consider how companies should cut internal emissions first and choose high-integrity permanent carbon removals.

To listen to this episode search for “ESG Matters by Ashurst Perkins Coie” on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you get your podcasts.

The information provided is not intended to be a comprehensive review of all developments in law or practice, or to cover every aspect of topics discussed. Listeners should obtain legal advice before applying it to specific issues or transactions.

In this episode of Game Changers, we track the journey of a desktop experiment that became a global business operating in Europe, Japan, North America and now Australia. Game Changers host Elena Lambros talks with Steve Greig about how OCO Technology captures carbon dioxide and locks it permanently into a lightweight aggregate made from industrial ash (residue that would otherwise go to landfill).
Together, Steve and Elena discuss OCO&rsquo;s expansion into Australia through a joint venture, and three substantial hurdles the business has to clear: regulation that varies from country to country and state to state, a construction industry accustomed to quarried (not synthetic) materials, and the capital intensity of building new plants.
Steve makes the case for rethinking &ldquo;additionality&rdquo; (the test investors apply to show that carbon removal depends on credit revenue) and explains why a fixed window for carbon credits leaves financiers asking what happens afterwards. Elena and Steve also emphasise the value of renewables and education in the race to net zero; they reflect on Morocco&rsquo;s rapid shift to solar; and they consider how companies should cut internal emissions first and choose high-integrity permanent carbon removals.
To listen to this episode search for &ldquo;ESG Matters by Ashurst Perkins Coie&rdquo; on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you get your podcasts.
The information provided is not intended to be a comprehensive review of all developments in law or practice, or to cover every aspect of topics discussed. Listeners should obtain legal advice before applying it to specific issues or transactions.

Sustainability is an issue that affects us all, but how can we take steps to provoke meaningful change and make a lasting impact on environmental, social and governance issues across the globe? We explore the intersection of business value with business values for a more prosperous and sustainable future.

Sustainability is an issue that affects us all, but how can we take steps to provoke meaningful change and make a lasting impact on environmental, social and governance issues across the globe? We explore the intersection of business value with business values for a more prosperous and sustainable future.

Join us for our first podcast series, ESG Matters @ Ashurst as we go searching for answers and providing practical advice to help you address the challenges facing your organisation.

ESG Matters @ Ashurst Podcast

As the race to net zero continues, ESG Matters by Ashurst Perkins Coie reveals the strategies and tactics that forward thinking organizations are pursuing.

Tackling environmental, social and governance issues, this podcast is packed with real-world innovations and practical ways for organizations to mobilize business values to grow business value.

In every episode, you’ll hear insights about the latest legal and regulatory ESG issues from across our global network. You’ll also hear from organizations that are looking beyond compliance to uncover new commercial upsides from sustainability action.

As the race to net zero continues, ESG Matters by Ashurst Perkins Coie reveals the strategies and tactics that forward thinking organizations are pursuing.
Tackling environmental, social and governance issues, this podcast is packed with real-world innovations and practical ways for organizations to mobilize business values to grow business value.
In every episode, you&rsquo;ll hear insights about the latest legal and regulatory ESG issues from across our global network. You&rsquo;ll also hear from organizations that are looking beyond compliance to uncover new commercial upsides from sustainability action.

ESG Matters by Ashurst Perkins Coie

OCO Technology chief Steve Greig shares the inside story of how he turned a lab-based carbon capture process into a commercial business that is going global.