Nordic Infrastructure: Behind the Decisions

Everyone talks about electrification. But without the grid, the transition cannot happen. In our latest episode of Nordic Infrastructure: Behind the Decisions, Johan Mörnstam, CEO of E.ON Sverige, discusses why grid investments must move in step with new production and demand.   "If we have production and no grid capacity, it's useless."

How do Ingvar Kamprad's ideas still shape the way a business invests in infrastructure?  In the latest episode, Henrik Lundin, CEO of Imas Foundation, part of the IKEA ecosystem and an investor in infrastructure, shares his perspective.  The conversation explores how Imas allocates long-term capital, why Nordic infrastructure is relevant to its investment philosophy, and how infrastructure is incr...

What would happen if digital infrastructure stopped working when society needs it most? In this episode, we meet Johan Dennelind, former President and CEO of Telia, now investor, advisor and chairman, to discuss why digital infrastructure has moved far beyond connectivity and become part of the operating system of society. The war in Ukraine is one example of how critical resilient communication s...

"Europe cannot invent more natural gas. But it can invent more renewables." In this episode, Kristian Jensen, CEO of Green Power Denmark and former Danish Minister for Foreign Affairs, Finance and Taxation, discusses Europe's changing energy reality. The conversation moves from Greenland and Denmark's Arctic role to the wider question of how Europe can reduce its dependence on fossil fuels and ext...

In this episode of Nordic Infrastructure: Behind the Decisions, Christian Doglia speaks with Hillevi Priscar, CEO of PrieyeInvest AB and one of the Nordics' most experienced leaders in renewable energy. The conversation explores why wind power has long been a Nordic success story, but also why development is now slowing. It covers permitting, grid expansion, geopolitics, local acceptance, and what...

"We can't take Sweden's success for granted." That's the message from Jacob Wallenberg, Chairman of Investor, in our latest podcast episode. He reflects on why Sweden must raise its ambitions to stay competitive in a time of rapid change and global uncertainty. The episode highlights the need for long-term investment in infrastructure, from rail and energy to digital networks, and why stronger col...

"Can we really afford not to electrify?" That's the question Kristian Ruby, Secretary General of Eurelectric, puts at the heart of this conversation in our latest podcast episode. Electrification comes at a cost, but the cost of inaction may be far greater in terms of climate, competitiveness, and energy security. We discuss the urgent need to modernize Europe's electricity grids, the barriers to...

Aviation is here to stay, but it must transform. In this episode, we're joined by Abraham Foss, CEO of Avinor, the backbone of Norway's aviation system, operating 43 airports across the country. We explore the critical role aviation plays in regional connectivity, how the sector is recovering after the pandemic, and Avinor's bold roadmap towards decarbonisation through electric aviation, AI-driven...

In this episode, Christian Doglia speaks with Olli Sipilä, CEO of Gasgrid Finland, about how gas infrastructure is evolving to meet the demands of a zero-emission future. Finland has one of the world's most ambitious climate targets: carbon neutrality by 2035. Achieving it will take more than electrification. It will require a fundamental rethink of how we produce, transport and use clean energy....

What happens when global trade is shaken by pandemics, tariffs and geopolitical shifts? In our latest episode of Nordic Infrastructure: Behind the Decisions, we sit down with Eryn Dinyovszky, CEO of Yilport Nordics, a Jersey-born seafarer turned Nordic port leader who has spent over 20 years in shipping and logistics across the US, Europe and the Middle East. Eryn shares how ports sit at the heart...

Few people have led a country through a financial crisis and then gone on to advise the world's largest investors. In this episode, we sit down with Gordon Bajnai, CEO of Campbell Lutyens and former Prime Minister of Hungary. With his rare experience at the highest levels of politics and global finance, Gordon offers unique insights into how shifting geopolitics, technological change and investor...

Data centers are growing fast, but are they part of the climate challenge, or the solution?  In th is  episode we sit down with Peter Michelson, CEO of  EcoDataCenter .    He shares how the company is setting a new standard with facilities powered by 100% renewable energy, delivering 98% lower carbon emissions than global benchmarks, and reusing excess heat to support local communities.   We also...

What does it take for a bank to go from fossil legacy to green leadership? In this episode, Kjerstin Braathen, CEO of DNB, joins us for a conversation on transition finance, ESG recalibration, and the financial sector's role in shaping real-world change. We talk about sustainability as risk management, the rise of transition loans, carbon markets, and the critical role of infrastructure in decarbo...

Can the Nordics lead the global green transition or are we at risk of falling behind? In this episode, Daniella Waldfogel, CEO of the Stockholm Chamber of Commerce, shares a wide-ranging perspective on competitiveness, climate leadership, and capital. She discusses why the Nordics are still viewed as global frontrunners, what sets the region apart, and why infrastructure, cross-border collaboratio...

How can carbon capture and storage become a real climate solution at scale? In this episode, host Christian Doglia is joined by Anders Egelrud (Stockholm Exergi) and Martin Lundby (Celsio) to explore two of Europe's most advanced CCS projects. They discuss what it takes to turn CCS into infrastructure, how policy and public-private partnerships make it possible, and why long-term sustainability re...

Solar energy in the Nordics might sound unlikely, but Harald Överholm, founder of Alight, proves otherwise. In this episode, he joins host Christian Doglia to explore how solar became scalable even in low-irradiance regions. They discuss the economics behind solar's rise, the role of power purchase agreements (PPAs), and how battery storage and AI are driving the next phase. Harald shares insights...