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The 'triple strength' leaders must develop to drive a sustainable future: OMV CEO


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How can we live more sustainably? OMV's Alfred Stern takes us through the big innovations the Austrian energy and chemicals company has in progress, including a geothermal heating project that will help to decarbonise Vienna by 2040. But he also shares the bigger tactical pieces that must be in place for real change, from updating mundane practices like permitting to continually educating staff (from execs to those in the field) on topics like measuring methane and ways to curb emissions. This former research scientist who got his start in academia also shares what his background taught him about the difference between inventing and innovating, how he weighs evidence and honest feedback, and the mindset that leaders will need need to build nimble teams empowered to drive change for the future.  About this episode:  OMV: About OMV's climate neutral heating districts: Transcript: Related podcasts:  How one founder's design background is helping to rethink EV charging in cities: An energy company is building the world's largest airplane. Here's why:
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