How Imperial College London prepared me to work for a startup (with Katya Foong)
SustainaPod28 Dec 2024

How Imperial College London prepared me to work for a startup (with Katya Foong)

In this episode, Katya share my journey in the sustainability and green tech space, starting from launching a food waste recycling initiative in high school to founding the plogging charity “Trashtalkers” in Malaysia. Moving to London to study biosciences has further fueled her passion for sustainability, conservation, and climate science. She talks about my fieldwork experiences in South Africa, starting the Climate Entrepreneurs Club, and the challenges and lessons learned along the way.We discuss the importance of green tech startups, the need for innovation in solving food and transportation challenges, and my experience building a team through Engineers Without Borders. She also reflect on navigating conflicts, delegating tasks, and turning big ideas into actionable solutions. If you’re interested in sustainability, green tech, or entrepreneurship, this conversation is for you!

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