Cutting Carbon

Ep. 58: Stronger Together: Collaboration and Conversation as Strategy Across GE Vernova

Wrapping up a high-energy season of Cutting Carbon focused on GE Vernova’s Electrification segment is Heather Chalmers, President - Growth Markets, on GE Vernova’s Strategy team. Heather joins Dr. Jeff Goldmeer and Brian Gutknecht to talk through the multi-faced layers of the energy transition conversation as we enter 2024. Heather highlights the company’s role as a convener of both public and private sector leaders and subject matter experts to ensure transparency and alignment on some of the energy transition’s biggest roadblocks. Most recently, these critical themes were discussed at the New Era of Energy Events in London, UK and Calgary, Alberta, Canada. Get up to speed with the latest in the energy transition with this final episode of our ninth season. * Learn more about the New Era of Energy Events in the UK [https://www.linkedin.com/posts/scott-strazik_neweraofenergy-netzero-uk-activity-7075048295626104832-ra4o?utm_source=share&utm_medium=member_desktop] and Canada [https://web.cvent.com/event/67301d33-99a7-4460-b69d-6d893079bdd1/summary?previewToken=e23d0a81609eaa4592ec6c5630db4273] * Listen to Heather’s discussion on Canada’s Energy Transition Journey [https://cutting-carbon.simplecast.com/episodes/around-the-world-canada] * Follow Heather Chalmers [https://www.linkedin.com/in/heather-chalmers/], Jeff [https://www.linkedin.com/in/jeffreygoldmeer/] and Brian [https://www.linkedin.com/in/brian-gutknecht-ge/] * Follow [https://www.linkedin.com/company/gevernova/]and learn more [https://www.gevernova.com/?gad_source=1&gclid=EAIaIQobChMI87fM276AgwMVVZtaBR2R3g9aEAAYASAAEgJI4_D_BwE] about GE Vernova * GE Vernova Careers [https://jobs.gecareers.com/global/en/ge-vernova-jobs] * Catch up on older episodes of Cutting Carbon here [https://cutting-carbon.simplecast.com/] or wherever you listen to podcasts You can learn more about the Cutting Carbon podcast here [https://www.ge.com/power/future-of-energy/cutting-carbon-podcast] and please consider subscribing to the podcast on your player of choice.

Ep. 57: Turning the Key to Electricity: Meet GE Vernova’s Power Conversion Business

What do flipping a light switch, plugging in a laptop, and marine propulsion have in common? All of these actions are enabled by the technologies and processed developed by GE Vernova’s Power Conversion business. As the final link between the electricity produced in the field and transported via the grid before being accessed by billions of people across the globe each day, Power Conversion plays a truly “powerful” role in the broader energy transition journey. Business CEO Philippe Piron joins Jeff and Brian for his second episode of the season to pull back the curtain on this business’ work across myriad industrial sectors while offering insight into the profound role these technologies will play in creating a more decarbonized future. * Learn More about Power Conversion [https://www.gepowerconversion.com/] * Follow Phillipe Piron [https://www.linkedin.com/in/philippe-piron/], Jeff [https://www.linkedin.com/in/jeffreygoldmeer/] and Brian [https://www.linkedin.com/in/brian-gutknecht-ge/] * Follow [https://www.linkedin.com/company/gevernova/]and learn more [https://www.gevernova.com/?gad_source=1&gclid=EAIaIQobChMI87fM276AgwMVVZtaBR2R3g9aEAAYASAAEgJI4_D_BwE] about GE Vernova * Learn more about the breakdown on sources of CO2 emissions [https://www.bcg.com/industries/energy/energy-transition/blueprint] * In the News: * GE Vernova and Next Hydrogen Sign MoU to Integrate Electrolysis Technology with Power Systems to Produce Green Hydrogen [https://www.gepowerconversion.com/news/GE-Vernova-and-Next-Hydrogen-Sign-MoU-to-Integrate_Electrolysis-Technology-] * GE Vernova’s Power Conversion business is helping steel producers meet both the challenge of decarbonization and grid stability [https://www.gepowerconversion.com/news/Power-Conversion-is-helping-steel-producers-meet-both-the-challenge-of-decarbonization-and-grid-stability] * GE Power Conversion renews its Partnership Agreement with Nedstack Fuel Cell Technology for the development of marine fuel cell solutions [https://www.gepowerconversion.com/news/GE-Power-Conversion-renews-partnership-agreement-with-Nedstack-Fuel-Cell-Technology] * GE Power Conversion reports demand for its electric ship solutions to future-proof the latest generation of naval vessels [https://www.gepowerconversion.com/news/GE-Power-Conversion-reports-demand-for-electric-ship-solutions-to-future-proof-the-latest-generation-of-naval-vessels] * GE Vernova Careers [https://jobs.gecareers.com/global/en/ge-vernova-jobs] Catch up on older episodes of Cutting Carbon here [https://cutting-carbon.simplecast.com/] or wherever you listen to podcasts.

Ep. 56: A System of Systems: The Careful Orchestration Behind Solar & Storage Solutions

Prakash Chandra, CEO of GE Vernova’s Solar & Storage Solutions business, talks you through the company’s latest business unit, focusing on its new technology and system solutions for global customers. Over the course of their conversation, Prakash also illuminates the growing role that solar power is set to play in the energy transition, highlighting how GE Vernova is helping to lead in the continued evolution, testing, and deployment of these critical technologies—all with the help of the next generation of engineers and industry leaders seeking out purpose-driven careers. * Learn More about Solar & Storage Solutions [https://www.ge.com/renewableenergy/solar-storage] * Follow Prakash Chandra [https://www.linkedin.com/in/prakash-chandra-gev/], Jeff [https://www.linkedin.com/in/jeffreygoldmeer/] and Brian [https://www.linkedin.com/in/brian-gutknecht-ge/] * Follow [https://www.linkedin.com/company/gevernova/]and learn more [https://www.gevernova.com/?gad_source=1&gclid=EAIaIQobChMI87fM276AgwMVVZtaBR2R3g9aEAAYASAAEgJI4_D_BwE] about GE Vernova * GE Vernova Careers [https://jobs.gecareers.com/global/en/ge-vernova-jobs] * In the News: GE Vernova’s Solar & Storage business selected by Limak Enerji to deliver its FLEXINVERTER™ Solar Power Station technology for the 140 Mega Watt Peak, 100 Mega Watt AC Erzin-I solar power plant to be built in Hatay Erzin, Turkey [https://www.linkedin.com/posts/gevernova_solarpower-technology-turkey-activity-7122673128895328256-PycR?utm_source=share&utm_medium=member_desktop] * Catch up on older episodes of Cutting Carbon here [https://cutting-carbon.simplecast.com/] or wherever you listen to podcasts You can learn more about the Cutting Carbon podcast here [https://www.ge.com/power/future-of-energy/cutting-carbon-podcast] and please consider subscribing to the podcast on your player of choice.

Ep. 55: The Electron Superhighway: Mapping out Grid Solutions

Philippe Piron, CEO of GE Vernova’s Electrification segment, leads Jeff and Brian through a deep dive of its Grid Solutions business. Over the course of their discussion, Philippe showcases the dynamic role this business plays in transmitting and converting electricity into solutions leveraged by every industry worldwide. Philippe underscores the critical role of the grid in delivering reliable, sustainable, and accessible electricity across the globe and highlights key projects and exciting collaborations supporting grid decarbonization efforts.   * Learn More about Grid Solutions [https://www.gegridsolutions.com/] * Follow Phillipe Piron [https://www.linkedin.com/in/philippe-piron/], Jeff [https://www.linkedin.com/in/jeffreygoldmeer/] and Brian [https://www.linkedin.com/in/brian-gutknecht-ge/] * Follow [https://www.linkedin.com/company/gevernova/]and learn more [https://www.gevernova.com/?gad_source=1&gclid=EAIaIQobChMI87fM276AgwMVVZtaBR2R3g9aEAAYASAAEgJI4_D_BwE] about GE Vernova * GE Vernova Careers [https://jobs.gecareers.com/global/en/ge-vernova-jobs] * In the News: GE Vernova Signs Major Framework Agreement with TenneT to Reinforce Germany's Grid Infrastructure [https://www.gegridsolutions.com/press/gepress/ge-vernova-signs-major-framework-agreement-with-tennet.htm] * Learn more about the breakdown on sources of CO2 emissions [https://www.bcg.com/industries/energy/energy-transition/blueprint] * Catch up on older episodes of Cutting Carbon here [https://cutting-carbon.simplecast.com/] or wherever you listen to podcasts You can learn more about the Cutting Carbon podcast here [https://www.ge.com/power/future-of-energy/cutting-carbon-podcast] and please consider subscribing to the podcast on your player of choice.

Ep. 54: Forecasting for the Future: The Role of Digital in the Energy Transition

For the debut episode of our ninth season, hosts Dr. Jeff Goldmeer and Brian Gutknecht are joined by Scott Reese, CEO of GE Vernova’s Digital business. The energy transition cannot happen without software and in this episode, Scott unpacks how Digital is providing the pathway for power generation, distribution, and consumption. This engaging conversation offers insight into the role of software in safeguarding the transmission of energy, helping customers guard against a vast array of challenges, from bad actors to hurricane force winds and everything in between, while driving more effective decarbonization target planning. Listen as the group dives into recent acquisitions and product launches that exemplify the strength in innovation and dedication to delivering on a global mission embedded throughout GE Vernova’s portfolio of energy businesses. * Learn more about Digital [https://www.ge.com/digital/] * Follow Scott Reese [https://www.linkedin.com/in/scottreese1/], Jeff [https://www.linkedin.com/in/jeffreygoldmeer/] and Brian [https://www.linkedin.com/in/brian-gutknecht-ge/] * Follow [https://www.linkedin.com/company/gevernova/]and learn more [https://www.gevernova.com/?gad_source=1&gclid=EAIaIQobChMI87fM276AgwMVVZtaBR2R3g9aEAAYASAAEgJI4_D_BwE] about GE Vernova * GE Vernova Careers [https://jobs.gecareers.com/global/en/ge-vernova-jobs] * Catch up on older episodes of Cutting Carbon here [https://cutting-carbon.simplecast.com/] or wherever you listen to podcasts You can learn more about the Cutting Carbon podcast here [https://www.ge.com/power/future-of-energy/cutting-carbon-podcast] and please consider subscribing to the podcast on your player of choice.