Will You Tolerate This? With Jane Davidson
About this episode
Ever wondered what real leadership in sustainability looks like?
Jane Davidson doesn’t just talk about change - she makes it happen.
From driving Wales’ groundbreaking Future Generations Act to championing policies that actually deliver results, Jane has spent her career proving that good governance isn’t about ticking boxes - it’s about creating lasting impact.
In this episode, we get into the real challenges of making sustainability work, the power of regulation done right, and why evidence - not empty promises - should shape our future.
Highlights:
(2:13) Jane Davidson's Career Journey
(3:29) Values and Motivation
(7:56) The Future Generations Act
(10:02) Challenges in Sustainability and Governance
(33:49) The Role of Education and Long-Term Planning
(41:10) The Importance of Values and Passion
Find out more about Jane:
LinkedIn - Jane Davidson LinkedIn
Website - Jane Davidson - Website
Book - #futuregen Lessons from a small country by Jane Davidson
Book Recommendation – Parable of the Sower by Octavia Butler
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