DNV Talks Energy

Will we all be driving around in shared autonomous electric vehicles in the future? DNV talks to Franck Vitte, Managing Director of BlueSG, Singapore’s first electric car sharing service about the future of transportation in cities. In this final episode of the current series, Franck explains BlueSG’s decision to bring shared electric vehicles to Singapore; the challenges that they have faced; and...

Many companies are adopting new technologies to improve their capabilities, but is this making them more vulnerable to cyber attacks? DNV talks to Magda Chelly, Managing Director of Responsible Cyber, about the risks of operating in an increasingly digitalized corporate landscape, and how businesses can better protect themselves. In this insightful episode, Magda gives us her definition of cyber s...

With Formula E shining the light on the e-vehicle revolution it has never been a more exciting time for the future of transport. We talk to Johan de Villiers Managing Director of ABB in South East Asia, about how digitalization, electrification and developments in battery storage are transforming how we get around. In this forward-thinking episode, Johan shares ABB decision to become the series sp...

In this latest episode, Kirk shares his views on how data is helping to drive energy efficiency and reduce climate change. Kirk explains why it is important to collect data from many different sensors to help us to fully understand the position on climate change; the importance of integration of data sources to break down the silos of information available; and how taking a prescriptive modelling...

What fundamental principles must be established before a city can become a Smart City? DNV talks to Gordon Falconer, Global Director Smart Cities for Schneider Electric, about the growing trend for global cities to develop ‘smart’ capabilities; what this means for its citizens; and what steps governments are taking as they look to the future. In this engaging episode, Gordon shares his views on wh...

With new and innovative technologies developing at record pace, DNV’s Michael Wilkinson, Global Segment Leader, Energy Digitalization, gives us some advice on how to see through the digitalization hype and better understand the solutions that can help to transform the electricity sector. In this digitally acute episode, Michael gives us an overview of the technologies that are driving the digitali...

Behind every risk there is an opportunity. In the last episode in this series, Sven Mollekleiv, Senior Vice President, Group Sustainability at DNV, explains how DNV’s Global Opportunity Report focuses on turning risks into opportunities to support sustainability. In this interesting episode, Sven explains the origins and purpose of the Global Opportunity Report, and how it is being used by the UN...

Will only autonomous electric vehicles be available in the future? DNV talks to Christina Bu, Secretary General of Norwegian Electric Vehicle Association about the incredible advancements made by the electric vehicle (‘EVs’) industry and considers the impact that this is having on the car industry today. In this forward thinking episode, Christina shares with us her incredible experience and knowl...

Artificial intelligence, machine learning and an increase in data are transforming the energy sector. In this latest episode of our podcast series, DNV talks to Norv Klontz, Director, Data Science Innovation at Duke Energy about the current role of the data scientist and how we can expect it will evolve in the future. Large investments into the smart grid are giving rise to an increase in intellig...

In a region so historically reliant on oil, what does the future hold for the United Arab Emirates? In this latest episode of our podcast series, DNV talks to Graeme Sims, Executive Director of Dubai’s electricity and water regulator, Regulatory and Supervisory Board (‘RSB’), about how Dubai and the other Emirates are adapting to the energy transformation. In this insightful episode, Graeme takes...

As new technologies continue to disrupt the energy sector, what are we doing to ensure that they are available in every community? In this latest episode of our podcast series, DNV talks to Andy Karsner, Managing Partner at Emerson Collective about the main drivers behind the aim for sustainable and affordable energy for all. In this fascinating and thought-provoking interview, Andy considers whet...

Electric vehicles; data security; blockchain; and other digital solutions are being adopted around the globe. Brian Williams, Industry Value Advisor Expert at SAP, shares his views, and some cautionary advice with DNV, on the impact of these emerging technologies on sustainability and the energy transition. In this insightful episode, we talk to Brian about the impact of the energy transition on t...

As renewable energy takes an increasingly large proportion of the energy mix, concerns remain over the inconsistent nature of the supply. DNV talks to Dr Martin Keller, Director at National Renewable Energy Laboratory, about the storage solutions available to help bridge these gaps, and how the nature of storage is likely to evolve in the future. In this very informative episode, we consider how t...

Can our grids cope with the growing demand for new technology solutions? In this latest podcast episode, DNV talks to Jeroen Scheer, Chief Technical Officer of Alliander, about the impact of new solutions and renewables on the grid, and how DSOs are preparing to cope with this increasing demand. In this informative episode, Jeroen gives his views on the main challenges faced in the energy transiti...

What will it take for our cities to become both sustainable and carbon neutral in the future? Betty Seto, Head of Department for Sustainable Buildings and Communities at DNV, discusses the findings of our report, Energy Transition Framework for Cities, revealing how mid-sized cities around the world are using innovative initiatives and policies to help them to achieve their ambitious sustainabilit...

A local marketplace enabling communities to choose where their power comes from - is the microgrid the future for consumers? DNV discusses the Brooklyn Microgrid project with Belinda Kinkead, Director of LO3 Energy, Australia, and discovers how it will transform the way that we interact with our power supply. In this thought-provoking episode, DNV talks to Belinda about the creation of LO3’s Brook...

With an abundance of devices, networks and platforms coming together to create a complex environment, how easy is it to create the perfect IoT system? Ludovic Lassauce, Director of IoT and Mobility at Tata Communications considers the benefits and challenges of global communication in today’s digital era. Modern-day businesses use a multitude of platforms, systems and networks all with different p...

Germany is leading the way in integrating renewables into their energy system. In this inspiring episode, Dr Dirk Biermann, Chief Markets and System Operations Officer at 50Hertz shares with DNV how 50% of renewables penetration has been achieved, and what lessons can be learnt by other countries wanting to follow suit. In this engaging interview, Dirk shares with us the three phases of successful...

The most significant changes in the energy sector since the Industrial Revolution are upon us. DNV talks to CEO of VDE, Ansgar Hinz about some of the biggest issues currently affecting the energy market: the need for interconnectivity; the impact of digitalization; and the continued threat against cyber security. In this informative interview, Ansgar predicts how businesses will adapt to this driv...

With the increasing importance of renewable energy, grids must deal with the variability and intermittency of renewables generation. DNV talks to Paul Gardner, Segment Director - Storage at DNV, on the ongoing developments ensuring that storage solutions can support the growing energy demand. Our Energy Transition Outlook 2017 report concluded that the electricity demand will rise by 140% by 2050,...

Decarbonization of our energy system is imperative to combat climate change, but also to protect our oceans. DNV talks to Jose Maria Figueres, former President of Costa Rica, and Co-Chair of the Global Ocean Commission, and Christiana Figueres, former Executive Secretary of the UN Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC), about the progress being made in achieving the target of a maximum te...

Whilst renewables continue to gain a significant position in the energy market, gas remains the predominant energy source for the immediate future. DNV talks to Tim Rockell, Director of Global Energy Institute, KPMG, and Sharad Somani, Partner in Global Infrastructure Advisory, KPMG about how gas and renewables can co-exist, and the challenges faced in financing these projects in the future. In th...

A cleaner, more electrified world is within our reach by 2050. In this first episode, Ditlev Engel, CEO of DNV’s Energy business area, discusses the findings of our inaugural Energy Transition Outlook 2017, and highlights the developments that will drive the energy transition in the future. Profound changes in the energy sector are upon us, with topics such as electrification and energy efficiency...

How technologies such as machine learning, artificial intelligence and cloud technology are revolutionizing the energy sector. DNV talks to Danny Venables, Chief Digital Advisor at Microsoft Asia Pacific. In an inspiring and visionary interview, Danny Venables gives us an insight into the impact of digitalization on the energy market; his views on the future significance of machine learning and ar...

Significant changes must be made to achieve the challenging goal of net zero emissions. DNV talks to Shell International about their ambitions for the future and the possible routes for the evolution of the future energy system. In this week’s episode, we discuss with Brian Davis, Vice President, Integrated Energy Solutions at Shell International, what it will take to achieve the challenging goal...