Advancing Nature-Based Carbon Removal Solutions

Integrating Technology and Sustainability for Lasting Impact

Ian Hatchard is an accomplished sustainability strategist with expertise spanning carbon removal, regenerative agriculture, clean energy and environmental impact reduction. His diverse background across corporate sustainability, climate technology and smart infrastructure positions him as a key force in advancing decarbonization and circular economy objectives.

Hatchard currently serves as Associate Manager of Sustainability Strategy at The Wonderful Company, driving sustainable innovation across the enterprise. He focuses on carbon dioxide removal (CDR), waste-to-value initiatives, regenerative agriculture, clean energy and biomass valorization. He supports The Wonderful Company’s environmental efforts, including over $100 million in solar investments and projects that turn retired almond trees into energy and other resources.

Before joining The Wonderful Company, Hatchard was Key Account Manager at Aquacycl, a climate tech company focused on industrial wastewater treatment, where he led North American go-to-market strategy. Collaborating with leading clients such as PepsiCo, Frito-Lay, Diageo and Anheuser-Busch, he facilitated the adoption of sustainable water resource management systems.

Earlier, Hatchard served as Partner Development Manager at Climate Vault, guiding organizations through greenhouse gas accounting standards and sustainability frameworks, including GHG Protocol, SBTi, CDP and TCFD.

“A future driven by regenerative systems, AI-powered emissions tracking and nature-based solutions is at the core of Hatchard’s vision for accelerating carbon removal”

Building on his technical foundation, Hatchard held senior roles in smart buildings and energy efficiency. At ABB, he expanded the partner channel for ABB Smart Buildings on the West Coast. During his tenure at Siemens, he delivered future-proof building automation solutions to institutions like Loyola Marymount University and Cal Poly San Luis Obispo, enabling campuses to meet long-term sustainability goals.

Innovating for a Greener Future

Hatchard’s work aligns seamlessly with The Wonderful Company’s mission to integrate sustainability across its operations. The global enterprise, known for brands like Wonderful Pistachios, POM Wonderful, FIJI Water and JUSTIN Vineyards & Winery, prioritizes environmental responsibility throughout its vertically integrated supply chain.

The company actively deploys tools to measure and manage greenhouse gas emissions while investing in clean energy and agricultural waste valorization. Hatchard’s expertise plays a central role in scaling these solutions, ensuring that The Wonderful Company stays at the forefront of sustainable agriculture and manufacturing.

A future driven by regenerative systems, AI-powered emissions tracking and nature-based solutions is at the core of Hatchard’s vision for accelerating carbon removal. His leadership underscores the growing intersection of agriculture, energy and technology in building resilient, low-carbon supply chains.

Hatchard continues to play a key role in advancing sustainability by driving forward-thinking solutions that strengthen environmental and business resilience.