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About the Episode:
The renewable energy sector faces complex challenges in scaling, market expansion, inclusivity, and domestic supply chain security. Sandhya Ganapathy, Global Head of Investments and M&A at EDPR until her 2022 CEO appointment, has been key in addressing these problems. Through her leadership in scaling asset rotation, entering new markets, promoting gender inclusivity with campaigns like "Rebels for Change," and focusing on energy independence, Sandhya's blend of perseverance, collaboration, and vision illustrates a comprehensive approach to the renewable energy sector's current challenges and future possibilities. Her insights provide a guiding perspective for the clean energy industry.
If this episode piques your interest, and you would like to hear about the life story(ies) that got her where she is today, queue up our full Executive Profile with Sandhya , episode 528 of SunCast!
Key Takeaways:
Emphasis on Diversity and Inclusivity: Through the "Rebels for Change" campaign, Ganapathy speaks to encouraging women and girls to pursue STEM fields, challenging gender stereotypes, and pushing for continuous improvement.
Leadership Skills and Perspectives: She emphasizes the importance of being able to connect the dots to see the big picture, collaborating with diverse teams across time zones, and maintaining a never-give-up attitude. She illustrates how these leadership traits have contributed to her success and readiness for a CEO role.
Importance of Domestic Supply Chains: Ganapathy strongly advocates for a secure and domestic supply chain for renewables in the U.S. to ensure energy independence and security. She praises the Inflation Reduction Act for supporting the reshoring of components like steel, and she acknowledges the vital role that a domestic supply chain plays in the growth and sustainability of the renewable energy industry.
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