Carine de Boissezon, from EDF, on Energy Transition, Finance, and Music

Carine emphasises the importance of integrating sustainability into all aspects of business, the role of art and culture in engaging the public, and the challenges and opportunities in the energy sector, particularly in relation to decarbonisation and the diverse energy portfolio of EDF. She also shares her journey from finance to sustainability and her vision for the future of the Chief Sustainability Officer role.

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Takeaways

• Art and culture can engage people in sustainability.
• Urban transformation in Paris is crucial for health and pollution reduction.
• EDF is the largest producer of electricity without direct CO2 emissions.
• Decarbonisation must focus on eliminating fossil fuels, not just technology debates.
• A diverse energy portfolio is essential for sustainability.
• Collaboration with unions is vital for a just transition.
• Sustainability should be integrated into all company operations.
• The role of the CSO is evolving towards more business integration.