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Path to a Net-Zero Future: Insights from Wärtsilä Energy's COO, Anja Frada

May 24, 2023 • Tom Raftery / Anja Frada • Season 1 • Episode 122

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In this invigorating episode of the Climate Confident podcast, we take a deep dive into one of the most important discussions of our time – can we realistically aim for a 100% renewable energy grid? I had the absolute pleasure of speaking with Anja Frada, the COO of Wärtsilä Energy, a global leader in smart technologies and complete lifecycle solutions for the marine and energy markets.

Anja provides some incredibly insightful perspectives on the viability of a fully renewable energy grid. We talk about the practicalities, challenges, and steps we need to take to transition to a completely renewable energy landscape. Anja also emphasizes how important it is to look at the energy system holistically, ensuring we're not only focusing on renewables but also the necessary flexibility that needs to accompany it.

We delve into the world of sustainable fuels, as Anja discusses Wärtsilä Energy's exciting developments in hydrogen, ammonia, and methanol engines. Plus, we touch on the transformation of existing fossil fuel infrastructure into viable assets for a renewable future. It's all about avoiding stranded assets and getting the most from our investments.

Anja also takes us through the issues of permitting, the pace of renewable deployment, and the countries that are making strides in the right direction. We touch on the marine side of Wärtsilä's business, examining the shift towards more sustainable fuels and electrification in marine transport.

The energy market reform in the EU is a hot topic right now, and we dive into how this is shaping the future of the energy market and driving investment in flexibility.

If you're interested in the future of renewable energy, sustainable fuels, and the drive towards a net-zero future, this episode is for you. As always, please let us know your thoughts and stay tuned for more enlightening conversations on Climate Confident.

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