Industrial heat is one of the biggest blind spots in the energy transition, yet it represents nearly 40% of all industrial emissions. From oil sands and refineries to food processing, pulp and paper, and chemicals, the challenge of decarbonizing heat is enormous. But where most see complexity, Jan Poetsch, Founder and CEO of Arder Energy, sees opportunity.
With nearly two decades of international experience in LNG and senior leadership roles at Shell and PetroChina Canada, Jan brings a deep commercial lens to renewable energy solutions. At Arder, he and his team are tackling industrial heat decarbonization through pragmatic, market-led strategies that prioritize simplicity, profitability, and cross-industry collaboration.
In this episode of Green Giants: Titans of Renewable Energy, Jan shares how power-to-heat technologies, thermal energy storage, and smarter business models are reshaping what’s possible for industrial clients and why the solutions that scale don’t always need to be the most complex.
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Jan’s perspective is refreshingly grounded in economics, scalability, and collaboration. His vision is clear: if industrial decarbonization is profitable, it will scale and it will reshape the energy system in ways that are lasting and affordable.
🎧 Listen to this conversation with Jan Poetsch to discover why industrial heat deserves a front-row seat in the energy transition and how breaking silos between industries can unlock practical, scalable climate solutions.
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