“At the end of the day, we have limited resources. This issue isn’t going away—so dismantling sustainability programmes is a short-term decision with long-term consequences.”

“We’re trying to accelerate innovation by helping sustainable products get to market faster—and make sustainability a sales advantage, not a cost.” Kathleen Egan, CEO and Co-Founder of Ecomedes

In this episode of Constructive Voices, host Jackie De Burca is joined by Kathleen Egan, the dynamic and purpose-driven CEO of Ecomedes. This platform connects sustainability data to real business outcomes in the built environment.

Kathleen’s journey from Harvard MBA grad to serial entrepreneur to sustainability tech leader is compelling in itself—but it’s her mission to embed sustainability into every purchasing decision in construction that truly stands out.

What triggered her shift toward sustainability?
How does Ecomedes simplify compliance and empower sales teams with data?
Why is backing away from ESG investments short-sighted—even in politically uncertain times?

Kathleen doesn’t hold back in this engaging and deeply informative conversation.

“The only way to avoid greenwashing is through third-party certifications. Yes, they’re messy—but they’re necessary.”

“No one wants to deal with 100 certifiers, but everyone wants valid data. That’s where we come in.”