EP 143: Jordi Ferrer Rendé - Is Healthcare Destroying the Planet? The Shocking Truth About CO2 Emissions

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Artificial intelligence is revolutionizing healthcare, but what if the real danger lies in the industry's carbon footprint?

Despite healthcare’s purpose of saving lives, the industry contributes up to 10% of CO2 emissions in developed countries. Can patient care and sustainability go hand in hand, or are we risking the planet's health for human survival?

In this episode, Jordi Ferrer Rendé, Investment Director at Ship2B Ventures, reveals why healthcare's environmental impact is often overlooked and how intentional, impact-driven investing can reshape the future.

🎙️ What's in the Episode:

1️⃣ The Alarming Environmental Cost of Healthcare: Discover how healthcare contributes to CO2 emissions and what can be done to reduce them without compromising care.

2️⃣ Preventing Problems Before They Happen: Learn how shifting investments from treatment to prevention could transform patient care and healthcare sustainability.

3️⃣ Regulation vs. Consumer Demand: Understand why Jordi believes regulators, not just consumers, will drive the necessary changes for a more sustainable future in healthcare.

👤 About Jordi Ferrer Rendé:
Jordi Ferrer Rendé is the Investment Director at Ship2B Ventures, a European impact VC firm focused on transforming healthcare for chronic patients and the elderly. With over 12 years of experience, he is passionate about driving measurable social impact alongside financial returns, particularly in the areas of healthcare sustainability.

💡 QUOTES:
(00:21:39) "What if we invested in prevention rather than just treating diseases after they appear?"
(00:39:12) "What if we measured healthcare’s CO2 impact? We could reduce emissions without compromising care."
(00:56:21) "Consumers are pushing for change, but real sustainability will only come through regulation."
(01:07:18) "Europe has incredible science and scientists at a very efficient cost – this is a place with huge potential."
(01:53:04) "Success isn't just about ideas, it's about staying committed even through hard times."

⏰ Timestamps:
(00:04:00) Jordi Ferrer Rendé on the Power of Impact Investing in Healthcare
(00:21:12) How the Healthcare System Prioritizes Treatment Over Prevention: A Dangerous Imbalance
(00:37:30) The Alarming Truth: Healthcare’s Massive Contribution to CO2 Emissions
(00:38:18) CO2 Emissions in Healthcare: 10% Contribution to Climate Change
(00:56:21) Consumer Demand vs. Regulatory Power: The Future of Sustainability in Healthcare
(00:58:59) How Investors Can Catalyze Sustainability in Healthcare
(01:08:33) Europe as a Hub for Healthcare Innovation: Untapped Potential
(01:33:00) Purpose-Driven Teams: Why Belief in the Mission Ensures Long-Term Success
(01:43:06) Intentionality in Impact Investing: The Key to Understanding Founders and Their Purpose
(02:02:41) Essential Advice for Aspiring Healthcare Investors from Jordi Ferrer Rendé

If you’re ready to uncover the hidden environmental costs of healthcare and explore how impact investing can create a more sustainable future, this episode is a must-watch. Subscribe, comment, and share to help us bring more valuable insights from leaders like Jordi Ferrer Rendé.

👀 Stay Tuned: Watch the entire episode to discover how healthcare can be transformed by focusing on prevention, sustainability, and impactful investments.

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