Emre Caglar is the founder of Youth for a Future, a nonprofit organization working to empower children living in orphanages across Japan through education, mentorship, and self-discovery.

In this episode, Emre shares his journey from launching a student club focused on the UN’s Sustainable Development Goals (or SDGs) to building a growing youth-led movement for social impact.

We delve into the challenges of working in the nonprofit sector, the emotional weight of leadership, and the deep importance of sustainability and collaboration when creating lasting change. Emre also reflects on how a pivotal experience at the One Young World summit shaped his vision and helped him build a community around youth empowerment.

From quiet moments of connection in Japan’s orphanages to big-picture dreams for the future of education, Emre brings a thoughtful and grounded perspective to social entrepreneurship.

Join us for an inspiring conversation about purpose, resilience, and the transformative power of giving young people the tools to shape their own futures.

Highlights: 00:00 Empowering Youth for a Brighter Future

10:06 The Journey of Youth for Future

20:05 Impacting Lives: Stories from the Orphanages

30:10 Challenges and Growth in Nonprofit Leadership

Follow Emre and his team at Youth for Future here: https://www.yfforg.com/ Follow Emre’s LinkedIn and Instagram accounts here:

https://www.linkedin.com/in/emrecaglar2005/

https://www.instagram.com/emre._caglar/

Zachary Brown is a Co-Founder of Creattura, a climate tech startup dedicated to reducing methane emissions from rice farming through cutting-edge AI, satellite data, and sustainable agricultural practices. In this episode, Zachary shares his inspiring journey from a self-taught tech enthusiast to a social entrepreneur driving innovation in climate solutions.

He delves into the challenges of integrating technology with agriculture, particularly in addressing the significant environmental impact of rice farming. Zachary also discusses the importance of data-driven solutions, the role of carbon credits in promoting sustainable practices, and the critical need for community engagement in successful climate projects.

Through personal stories, he reflects on the lessons learned from his transition into social entrepreneurship, his motivations for tackling climate change, and his vision for the future of sustainable agriculture in Southeast Asia and Japan.

Join us for a thought-provoking conversation with Zachary on how technology, collaboration, and innovation are shaping a more sustainable future.

Highlights:

00:00 Introduction to Climate Tech and Creattura

02:11 Zach's Background and Journey into Tech

05:41 Life in Zambia and Its Influence

10:27 The Birth of Creattura and Its Mission

16:47 Addressing Methane Emissions from Rice Farming

20:37 Innovative Solutions for Sustainable Agriculture

24:09 Utilizing Satellite Technology for Climate Impact

28:00 Harnessing Satellite Data for Agricultural Innovation

32:05 Community Engagement in Agricultural Projects

34:57 Personal Stories of Impact and Inspiration

39:01 Lessons from Social Entrepreneurship

40:58 Ensuring Integrity in Carbon Credits

45:59 Future Projects and Expansions

Follow Zachary and his team at Creattura here:

https://creattura.com/

Narayan Lal Gurjar, the founder and CEO of EF Polymer, has a mission to solve one of agriculture’s most pressing issues—water scarcity. Hailing from a farming community in Rajasthan, India, Narayan’s journey into agri-tech was deeply personal, inspired by his father’s struggles with water shortages.

In this episode, Narayan opens up about his entrepreneurial journey, sharing the challenges, setbacks, and successes in creating a sustainable, food waste-derived solution that helps farmers thrive in water-scarce areas. He reflects on the importance of perseverance and resourcefulness, stressing how crucial these traits were in transforming his idea into a reality. Narayan also touches on the critical role mentorship, education, and community support played in his growth.

Join us for an insightful conversation on innovation, sustainability, and how Narayan’s vision is making a lasting impact on both farmers and the planet. Discover the trials of building a startup from the ground up and the valuable lessons that have shaped his path toward empowering millions of farmers worldwide.

Highlights

00:00 Introduction to Narayan Lal Gurjar and EF Polymer

02:32 Narayan's Early Life and Inspiration

12:10 The Journey of Innovation and Prototype Development

26:30 Overcoming Challenges and Building a Startup

29:18 Innovative Solutions for Water Scarcity

30:54 Overcoming Challenges in Entrepreneurship

41:23 Key Learnings and Reflections

46:56 Scaling and Future Aspirations

48:14 What Not to Do as an Entrepreneur

Follow Narayan and his team at EF Polymer here: https://efpolymer.com/