Joachim Schwerin, principal economist at DG GROW within the European Commission, discusses that vision for Europe, how it is developing, and the impacts on and implications for individuals and small- to mid-sized businesses.  There are many considerations at play and many different technologies, so the topic is a broad one.  Joachim takes us on a tour of the issues and technologies, with good stops about blockchain and decentralization.  We even manage to cover the industrial revolution and economic theory.  This wide-ranging conversation made us think about a lot of different areas of an economy and life more generally.  Enjoy the listen!

Tim Mohin of Persefoni joins Troy and Lee to talk about the development over the years of disclosures related to carbon and other environmental topics.  Tim’s extensive background in environmental science and climate disclosure gives him a distinctive perspective about how companies have voluntarily enhanced disclosures, what standards can apply to such disclosures, and how standardization is developing.  He provides a brief historical tour and also discusses the SEC’s latest proposed rules.  His approach and experience were the basis for an informative conversation.