Comments Off on Season 1: Episode 11 – in conversation with Professor Ioaniss Ioannou
Our guest this week is an award-winning academic and his focus is on how companies and capital markets can play a major part in a sustainable future.
This conversation with Professor Ioaniss Ioannou takes us on a deep dive into multiple areas of sustainability, including reflections in a decade in ESG, the relationship between sustainability and corporate performance, ESG as an investment theme, the problem of Greenwashing, the geopolitics of sustainability, and his own reimagining of the future
“… Think about Tesla, for example, and how it disrupted the automobile industry. Think about Beyond food and Impossible Meats and how they disrupted their food industry….
Think about how Oatly came in and disrupted natural milk. So in other words, the new market entry signifies to me that sustainability as a trend has created new market opportunities, and therefore especially … a startup that is born sustainable doesn’t have the organizational inertia and the challenge of transforming, you can take advantage of these opportunities and you can scale.”
“So companies, in a sense, are now more legitimate to engage on this transformational journey that sustainability requires… However, this is the plague of our times, I think a lot of companies are trying to find the shortcuts… They’re trying to cheat their way to responsibility.”
Professor Ioannis is a frequent contributor to Bloomberg, the FT, the Guardian, and of course the BBC.
Season 1 is presented by Chris Caldwell and produced by UNITED RENEWABLES in association with LONDON BUSINESS SCHOOL, ALUMNI ENERGY CLUB.
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Lessons learnt from the renewables investment rollercoaster and how to make it in the sector yourself with Giannis Komitas.
In this video, Chris Caldwell CEO of United Renewables Ltd and host of the conversations on Climate podcast talks with Giannis Komitas, Chief Operating Officer of National Energy Holdings.
In the busy, bustling center of Athens, we discover Giannis’ journey to this point: from engineer to investment and finance executive. They discuss current trends in the renewable sector: internationalization, the impact of government regulations, and the impact of this year’s COP event in Glasgow.
The conversation with Giannis Komitas moves towards the future: discussing the geopolitical uncertainties, the impending hikes in interest rates, and inflation, whilst recognizing the market’s appetite for continuing and ever-increasing investment into the growing renewables sector.
“…in my experience, funding has never been as abundant as it is now…because this transformation is taking effect…all these companies want to shift…we see those big energy players coming from oil and gas…other industries really want to reduce their cO2…”
This is a fascinating conversation about all things finance and investment in the renewable sector. Season 1 is presented by Chris Caldwell and produced by UNITED RENEWABLES in association with LONDON BUSINESS SCHOOL, ALUMNI ENERGY CLUB.
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Leadership and management for disruptive times.
In this conversations on Climate podcast talk we speak with Professor Birkinshaw who is the Professor of Strategy and Entrepreneurship at the London Business School.
Professor Birkinshaw is the author of 15 books and more than 90 articles and journals such as Harvard Business Review and the Strategic Management Journal.
Conversation with Professor Julian Birkinshaw is a fellow of the British Academy, the Strategic Management Society, and the US Academy of Management was an MBA and a Ph.D. from the University of Western Ontario and is regularly ranked amongst the ‘Thinkers50’ list of global management thinkers. He frequently contributes to the BBC, The Economist, the Wall Street Journal, BusinessWeek, and the times as a consultant to some of the world’s leading firms.
In this video, we talk about how modern management is evolving slowly from traditional meritocracy and bureaucracies to facing the challenges of the modern day. We speak about big picture issues, including the global macro aspects of management and thinking including ESG leadership and climates which sometimes seems like herding cats, and society’s attitude to disruption.
We close with a deeper dive into some of Professor Birkinshaw’s most impactful works on business leadership and innovation and how they fit in with the NRA foundation.
Season 1 is presented by Chris Caldwell and produced by UNITED RENEWABLES in association with LONDON BUSINESS SCHOOL, ALUMNI ENERGY CLUB.
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How Big Oil is really facing the energy transition
In this video, Chris Caldwell CEO of United Renewables Ltd and host of the conversations on Climate podcast talks with industry veteran Julio Dal Poz and we hear his fascinating account of the view from within the oil industry.
Conversation with Julio Dal Poz takes us through the history of oil giant Equinor’s engagement with climate change and gives us his frank views on watershed moments, greenwashing, the energy trilemma, and what net zero really means.
Brazilian-born Julio Dal Poz started his career in deepwater oil drilling as an engineer. Through many twists and turns – working across Norway, Brazil, the UK, and the Middle East – he is now a consultant advising traditional energy firms on making the transition to clean energy with FTI Consulting.
After a spell as an energy specialist at Accenture, He spent the key years between the Financial Crisis and the Paris Agreement as Senior Strategy Advisor at Equinor, where he saw first-hand what change really looks like at arguably the world’s most forward-thinking oil major.
He is a frequent keynote speaker and panelist at global energy events worldwide. Dal Poz was a great partner for this conversation, combining his deep experience with a willingness to question common conceptions about his controversial industry.
Season 1 is presented by Chris Caldwell and produced by UNITED RENEWABLES in association with LONDON BUSINESS SCHOOL, ALUMNI ENERGY CLUB.
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In this video, Chris Caldwell CEO of United Renewables Ltd and host of The conversations on Climate podcast series finds out about one of the next generations of carbon sequestration from fellow LBS MBA, RICCARDO GUBBIOLI.
Riccardo is an Energy Transition & De-Carbonisation Investor and Director of corporate finance at BRILLIANT PLANET. Their fascinating conversation introduces us to the microscopic world of MICROALGAE and we discover Riccardo’s journey: From Engineering to Renewable Energy to Agricultural Technology and where Ag Tech Meets Carbon Sequestration.
Conversation with Riccardo Gubbioli- learns about the challenges in this sort of cutting-edge business as well as some of the secrets behind the science and technology that makes this a hot topic.
In this video, we get some understanding of the production process, why scale matters, and how Microalgae could play a very important role in the fight for de-carbonisation while providing a very valuable food resource.
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Season 1 is presented by Chris Caldwell and produced by UNITED RENEWABLES in association with LONDON BUSINESS SCHOOL, ALUMNI ENERGY CLUB.
About United Renewables: At United Renewables we have decades of in-house experience planning, building and operating successful clean energy projects globally. Our core business is the development of well-established technologies of onshore wind, solar and anaerobic digestion, developing projects that the world needs today. In addition we pride ourselves on our work in pioneering the next generation of green power. Working with us enables you to assist in the shaping of tomorrow’s technology while future-proofing your investment.
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We were fortunate enough to capture the conversation at the London Business School where Professor Benoît is Chair of the Economics Department.
Conversation with Professor Jean-Pierre Benoît an expert in microeconomic theory, industrial organization, game theory, law, and economics.
This wide-ranging discussion covers Professor Benoît’s interest in Game Theory, how the field of economics has developed, behavioural economics, and delves into the world of rational polarisation.
Professor Benoît’s research has been published in leading economics, political science, and law journals. It encompasses a range of subjects, including auctions, voting theory, dynamic competition, entry deterrence, affirmative action, overconfidence, and apparent behavioural biases. He is an elected Fellow of the Econometric Society.
Throughout season 1, we talk about how the scope of the challenge before us is beyond that of any one individual or any one solution. We talk to thinkers, researchers, policymakers, and business leaders. They discuss a diversity of ideas and solutions to global climate and environmental issues and why they matter.
Season 1 is presented by Chris Caldwell and produced by UNITED RENEWABLES in association with LONDON BUSINESS SCHOOL, ALUMNI ENERGY CLUB.
About United Renewables: At United Renewables we have decades of in-house experience planning, building and operating successful clean energy projects globally. Our core business is the development of well-established technologies of onshore wind, solar and anaerobic digestion, developing projects that the world needs today. In addition we pride ourselves on our work in pioneering the next generation of green power. Working with us enables you to assist in the shaping of tomorrow’s technology while future-proofing your investment.
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We travel to THE HAGUE to meet PAUL BEIJER a deep thinker on strategy, finance, and government relations
Paul is Managing director and founder of GR-IQ, a government relations consultancy and he is also former VP of government relations at SHELL as well as Country Chair of the LBS Alumni Energy Club.
In this video, Conversation with Paul Beijer talks to Paul about the importance of positive interactions with government bodies when dealing with strategies for renewable energy and climate change. Paul is Managing director and founder of GR-IQ, a government relations consultancy and he is also former VP of government relations at SHELL as well as Country Chair of the LBS Alumni Energy Club.
“… if there’s one topic they find really challenging to make decisions on and constantly have discussions about, it’s the metrics of good government relations…”
“Of course, we are now facing a pretty existential crisis, but also a pretty unique opportunity. And I’m sure we’re going to talk more about what that looks like. But that’s the backdrop that politicians also need to convince their populations that change is needed because it’s going to be painful and costly.”
Throughout season 1, we talk about how the scope of the challenge before us is beyond that of any one individual or any one solution. We talk to thinkers, researchers, policymakers, and business leaders. They discuss a diversity of ideas and solutions to global climate and environmental issues and why they matter.
Season 1 is presented by Chris Caldwell and produced by UNITED RENEWABLES in association with LONDON BUSINESS SCHOOL, ALUMNI ENERGY CLUB.
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Webinar – Why a professional Government Relations unit is worth investing in: https://www.gr-iq.com/uncategorized/webinar1/
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Smart Building Technologies and Energy Efficiency
In this video, Chris Caldwell talks to Conversation with Kritika Kumar , a smart energy specialist, digital transformation expert, and the London Business School Alumni Energy Club Co-President. They discuss how the implementation of smart technology can transform the efficiency of a building’s energy use, creating both cost savings and a reduction of its carbon footprint.
Based in Hong Kong, Kritika explains how she is involved with the rollout of new technologies and the impact this is having in a very energy-intensive environment. There is a huge amount packed into this half-hour conversation.
It was fascinating to hear Kritika’s perspective as someone taking the climate fight to an East Asian megacity, and there will be something new for each and every listener:
– Why Hong Kong is so far behind in the race to net-zero
– The challenges of decarbonising an island of 7.5m people – and finding somewhere to charge your electric car
– Why government targets are necessary, but not sufficient, in driving change
– The role of decarbonising the built environment in a city-state (and why a subtropical climate doesn’t help)
“Different types of industries now are looking into how can they reduce their own carbon dioxide emissions. I recently interacted with an auction house that was looking into a sustainability policy…last year, they looked into all their emissions coming from shipping, logistics, buildings …shipping artwork from all over the world. And that was a major factor of their emissions. You know, you wouldn’t see an auction house looking into their carbon dioxide emissions ten years ago, but it’s happening now…”
“…and then on the consulting side, all these companies that are wanting to have a decarbonisation strategy: they don’t know how. They need experts in sustainability, in carbon reduction, in ESG. And there’s a huge opportunity there, not only in terms of guiding or setting that strategy but on the implementation as well.”
“I would say the kind of work I am doing is more on this implementation side where I’m helping reduce the carbon dioxide emission in buildings by helping reduce the energy consumption in buildings through technology; installing hardware; software solutions that can help optimise buildings…”
Learn how Smart Building Technologies and Energy Efficiency can improve your business’s carbon footprint.
Throughout season 1, we talk about how the scope of the challenge before us is beyond that of any one individual or any one solution. We talk to thinkers, researchers, makers, and business leaders. They discuss a diversity of ideas and solutions to global climate and environmental issues and why they matter.
Season 1 is presented by Chris Caldwell and produced by UNITED RENEWABLES in association with LONDON BUSINESS SCHOOL, ALUMNI ENERGY CLUB.
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In this video, Chris Caldwell introduces esteemed Professor, Sir Andrew Likierman, former Dean of London Business School, for their fascinating Conversation on DECISION MAKING and judgement. Sir Andrew is an inspirational speaker, leader and management thinker. He advised Parliamentary Select Committees, was president of the Chartered Institute of Management and had roles at both Barclays Bank and the Bank of England-
The complex world of decision-making and judgement is many-layered and Professor Likierman tells us of his own amazing voyage of discovery. This conversation will uncover the six elements of decision making – six elements that we can all understand and hopefully apply in our own everyday lives as well as in business.
In this interview, Chris Caldwell introduces esteemed Professor, Sir Andrew Likierman, former Dean of London Business School, for their fascinating Conversation on DECISION MAKING and judgement.
Sir Andrew is an inspirational speaker, leader and management thinker. He advised Parliamentary Select Committees, was president of the Chartered Institute of Management and had roles at both Barclays Bank and the Bank of England.
The complex world of decision-making and judgement is many layered and Professor Likierman tells us of his own amazing voyage of discovery. This conversation will uncover the six elements of decision making – six elements that we can all understand and hopefully apply in our own everyday lives as well as in business. “…what struck me is that people talked about the importance of good judgment in making difficult choices and so I became very intrigued by this…
“Would you know that somebody has good judgment when they make a difficult choice, a difficult decision? You know what constitutes good judgment?… how do you know other people have got it if you’re going to hire them?…”
“…how do you bring everything together of the individual, the situation, the variables involved in a complex choice, what guidance can one give? And I found there was almost nothing written on this. And so intrigued by that, I said, all right, it’s a voyage of discovery, and here I go…”
“…and my aim, therefore, is to try, in terms of the phrase, stack the cards in one’s favour of making a choice …”
Season 1 – information
Throughout season 1 we talk about how the scope of the challenge before us is beyond that of any one individual or any one solution.
In this series we talk to thinkers, researchers, makers, and business leaders. They discuss a diversity of ideas and solutions to global climate and environmental issues and why they matter.
This season is presented by Chris Caldwell and produced by UNITED RENEWABLES in association with LONDON BUSINESS SCHOOL, ALUMNI ENERGY CLUB. NEVER MISS A WORD . . .
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✅ RAMEZ NASSER – THE IMPACT OF BIG DATA ON ENERGY USE – Episode 2: https://bit.ly/3OfEd4l
REFERENCE LINKS
London Business School faculty profile: https://www.london.edu/faculty-and-re…
Harvard Business Review Article by Sir Andrew Likierman: The Elements of Good Judgement https://hbr.org/2020/01/the-elements-… 0 Comments
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The Impact Of Big Data On Energy Use
Join us for episode 2, season 1 of the Conversations on Climate podcast, where Ramez Nasser unpacks the profound impact of big data on our energy practices.
Discover the vast potential of the data we generate daily and how it can be harnessed to reshape urban infrastructures, refine our daily energy habits, and inform forward-thinking policies. From optimising energy performance in buildings and businesses to smart city solutions like adaptive street lighting, big data is at the forefront of sustainable innovation.
Dive deep into this enlightening discussion and envision a future where technology and data-driven insights lead the way to a more energy-efficient world.
About United Renewables: At United Renewables we have decades of in-house experience planning, building and operating successful clean energy projects globally. Our core business is the development of well-established technologies of onshore wind, solar, and anaerobic digestion, developing projects that the world needs today.
In addition, we pride ourselves on our work in pioneering the next generation of green power. Working with us enables businesses and investors to assist in the shaping of tomorrow’s technology whilst future-proofing your business and investment.
