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Climate change is the dialogue of our future. With the “Cutting Carbon” podcast series, GE Vernova joins the conversation in a meaningful way. We provide the basics of decarbonization, the technologies behind and how we can implement them into how we generate electricity in the future. Join our co-hosts Dr. Jeffrey Goldmeer (GE’s fuels guy), Brian Gutknecht, and a roster of very special guests for a robust and lively discussion on Cutting Carbon. Questions or ideas? Email us at cutting.carbon@ge.com.
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- Jan 24, 202429 min
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 and CanadaListen to Heather’s discussion on Canada’s Energy Transition JourneyFollow Heather Chalmers, Jeff and BrianFollow and learn more about GE VernovaGE Vernova CareersCatch up on older episodes of Cutting Carbon here or wherever you listen to podcastsYou can learn more about the Cutting Carbon podcast here and please consider subscribing to the podcast on your player of choice.
- Jan 24, 202422 min
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 ConversionFollow Phillipe Piron, Jeff and BrianFollow and learn more about GE VernovaLearn more about the breakdown on sources of CO2 emissionsIn the News:GE Vernova and Next Hydrogen Sign MoU to Integrate Electrolysis Technology with Power Systems to Produce Green HydrogenGE Vernova’s Power Conversion business is helping steel producers meet both the challenge of decarbonization and grid stabilityGE Power Conversion renews its Partnership Agreement with Nedstack Fuel Cell Technology for the development of marine fuel cell solutionsGE Power Conversion reports demand for its electric ship solutions to future-proof the latest generation of naval vesselsGE Vernova CareersCatch up on older episodes of Cutting Carbon here or wherever you listen to podcasts.
- Jan 24, 202425 min
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 SolutionsFollow Prakash Chandra, Jeff and BrianFollow and learn more about GE VernovaGE Vernova CareersIn 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, TurkeyCatch up on older episodes of Cutting Carbon here or wherever you listen to podcastsYou can learn more about the Cutting Carbon podcast here and please consider subscribing to the podcast on your player of choice.
- Jan 24, 202431 min
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 SolutionsFollow Phillipe Piron, Jeff and BrianFollow and learn more about GE VernovaGE Vernova CareersIn the News: GE Vernova Signs Major Framework Agreement with TenneT to Reinforce Germany's Grid InfrastructureLearn more about the breakdown on sources of CO2 emissionsCatch up on older episodes of Cutting Carbon here or wherever you listen to podcastsYou can learn more about the Cutting Carbon podcast here and please consider subscribing to the podcast on your player of choice.
- Jan 24, 202427 min
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 DigitalFollow Scott Reese, Jeff and BrianFollow and learn more about GE VernovaGE Vernova CareersCatch up on older episodes of Cutting Carbon here or wherever you listen to podcastsYou can learn more about the Cutting Carbon podcast here and please consider subscribing to the podcast on your player of choice.
- Sep 18, 202337 min
Ep. 53: Co-Creating the Future: How We Finance the Energy Transition
Financial Services has deployed sizeable capital into energy projects globally through development financing, direct equity investments, and capital raising from private and public financial institutions. Nomi Ahmad, Financial Services CEO, joins Jeff and Brian to break down the pivotal role the Financial Services business plays in navigating a multiplicity of industry, political and financial nuances to support these dynamic and innovative projects for our customers across the globe and support the co-creation of a more sustainable future. Follow Nomi on LinkedInFollow Jeff on LinkedInFollow Brian on LinkedInFollow GE Vernova on LinkedIn and InstagramLearn More about Financial Services
- Sep 18, 202318 min
Ep. 52: Steady as the River Runs: A Journey Through Hydro Power
Frederic Ribieras, newly appointed CEO for GE Vernova’s Hydro Power business, joins Jeff and Brian to share his excitement for the role hydroelectric power will continue to play in the global energy transition, feeding the grid with carbon-free, dispatchable and storable power. Over the course of their conversation, the trio break down the major types of hydro power generation projects and processes, and emphasizes how combatting climate change will require the support of a combination of energy technologies including hydro. Follow FredericFollow Jeff on LinkedInFollow Brian on LinkedInFollow GE Vernova on LinkedIn and InstagramLearn more about the Hydro PowerHydro in the News: Learn more about Yangtze Power’s selection of GE Vernova to upgrade the 6.4GW Xiangjiaba hydropower plant in China.
- Sep 18, 202329 min
Ep. 51: Collaborate to Innovate: A GE Hitachi Nuclear Story
Jay Wileman, President & CEO of GE Hitachi Nuclear Energy leads our hosts in an engaging discussion about the nuclear business, illuminating the role of nuclear energy in the global energy transition while highlighting its history, strong global footprint, and innovative technologies. During their conversation, Jay showcases why nuclear energy is so exciting at present, particularly around the development of GE’s BWRX-300 small modular reactor, increased global policy support and promising multi-national collaborations.Follow Jay on LinkedInFollow Jeff on LinkedInFollow Brian on LinkedInFollow GE Vernova on LinkedIn and InstagramLearn More about GE Hitachi Nuclear
About Cutting Carbon
Climate change is the dialogue of our future. With the “Cutting Carbon” podcast series, GE Vernova joins the conversation in a meaningful way. We provide the basics of decarbonization, the technologies behind and how we can implement them into how we generate electricity in the future. Join our co-hosts Dr. Jeffrey Goldmeer (GE’s fuels guy), Brian Gutknecht, and a roster of very special guests for a robust and lively discussion on Cutting Carbon. Questions or ideas? Email us at cutting.carbon@ge.com.
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