This episode of Conversations on Climate was recorded in The Hague and London. This episode, of the show aims to broaden its perspective and features LBS alumni Paul Beijer working on the climate crisis from The Hague. His area of expertise lies in Government Relations. Join us for this global conversation on climate change solutions!

Introducing Paul Beijer

 

In this episode, we travel to The Hague to meet Paul Beijer, a deep thinker on strategy, finance, and government relations. Paul talks about the importance of positive interactions with government bodies when dealing with strategies for renewable energy and climate change.

 

Paul is the Managing Director and Founder of GR-IQ, a government relations consultancy, and former VP of Government Relations at SHELL, as well as Country Chair of the LBS Alumni Energy Club.

In this episode, Paul talks about industry leaders, corporate leaders in particular, and states "if there's one topic they find really challenging to make decisions on and constantly have discussions about, it's the metrics of good government relations..." "Of course, we are now facing a pretty existential crisis, but also a pretty unique opportunity.  And I'm sure we're going to talk more about what that looks like in this interesting conversation. But that's the backdrop that politicians also need to convince their populations that change is needed because it's going to be painful and costly."

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Unlocking the power of government relations is key for businesses to navigate the complexities of policy-making. Learn from Paul Beijer an expert in Government Relations. In his fascinating conversation you can gain insights on how to effectively engage with government bodies. Don't miss out on this valuable opportunity to shape policy and drive positive change for your business and the planet.

 

Throughout season 1, the Conversations on Climate Podcast talks about how the scope of the challenge before us is beyond that of any one individual or any one solution. It talks to thinkers, researchers, policymakers, and business leaders from the London Business School. They discuss a diversity of ideas and solutions to global climate and environmental issues and why they matter.

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Season 1 of Conversations on Climate talks to thinkers, researchers, policymakers, and business leaders about diverse ideas and solutions to global climate and environmental issues.

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Season 1 is presented by Chris Caldwell CEO of UNITED RENEWABLES in association with LONDON BUSINESS SCHOOL, ALUMNI ENERGY CLUB. For more information visit the United Renewables website

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