S3 Ep1: Understanding Renewable Energy

Why is the adoption of renewable energy so slow?



Why are fossil fuels not being phased out?



Should I join the renewable energy industry?



Are these some questions that plaque you or your clients when you think about the renewable energy industry?



Join me on this chat with Vignesh Nandakumar where we talk about the renewable energy industry landscape and opportunities that this emerging field presents to the job seekers.  

00:21    Topic Introduction



00:32    Guest Introduction



01:48    Career Journey and Pivots



09:10    Renewable Energy Landscape



24:35    Peripheral Industries



28:30    Hiring Challenges



34:19    Emerging Careers



38:04    Talent Characteristics

Guest Information:



Vignesh Nandakumar is the CEO of Serentica Global that delivers round-the-clock sustainable energy, to hard-to-abate industries. These industries are the hardest to decarbonise and contribute to one-third of the global carbon emissions.



Vignesh has diverse experience in developing and growing renewable energy investments to the tune of US$1 Billion across India, South East Asia, South Africa, and sub-Saharan Africa. He is also seasoned in raising funding capital, mergers & acquisitions, business development, project execution; and in managing company operations.



Apart from renewable energy, Vignesh is passionate about electric vehicles and the shared and circular economy. He is also an active angel investor and mentor to start-ups in this industry. 



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