Dec. 19, 2024

S1E8: Unlocking the UK's Clean Power Potential and Pioneering Carbon Removal Innovations with David Livingston (CSO at Galvanize) and Valentin Gutknecht (Co-founder and Co-CEO of Neustark)

S1E8: Unlocking the UK's Clean Power Potential and Pioneering Carbon Removal Innovations with David Livingston (CSO at Galvanize) and Valentin Gutknecht (Co-founder and Co-CEO of Neustark)

 In this episode of The Smart Society Show, co-hosts Brynne Kennedy and Chris Skidmore discuss the unveiling of the UK's comprehensive Clean Power Action Plan, detailing the ambitious steps the UK government is taking to enhance renewable energy production and grid capacity. From offshore wind targets to significant investment needs, they explore how these strategies position the UK as a leader in the energy transition.

Joining the conversation, David Livingston, Chief Strategy Officer at Galvanize, shares insights into the role of cross-border collaboration and innovative technologies in scaling climate solutions globally. Meanwhile, Valentin Gutknecht, Co-founder and Co-CEO of Neustark, dives into Neustark's pioneering methods of carbon removal that are setting new standards for environmental sustainability and discussing the future dynamics of the carbon credit market.