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 The Sustainable Edge podcast series, hosted by Position Green Co-Founder and Executive Chair Joachim Nahem, centres on a variety of guests who bring their unique perspective of corporate sustainability transformation and ESG, and how best to drive value creation and increase competitiveness by turning ESG data insights into targeted action.© 2026 Position Green All Rights Reserved. Economics
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  • Sustainable Edge: Is near zero the new net zero? With Philip Fjeld, CEO of ReFuels

    Sustainable Edge: Is near zero the new net zero? With Philip Fjeld, CEO of ReFuels
    26 Oct 2026
    War in Ukraine, disruption in the Strait of Hormuz and overloaded power grids have pushed energy security to the top of the agenda for Europe’s logistics fleets. In this episode of Sustainable Edge, ReFuels CEO and Co-Founder Philip Fjeld explains why heavy transport is turning to locally produced biomethane, and argues that “near zero” is not a retreat from climate ambition but the real-world pragmatism the industry needs.In this episode of Sustainable EdgeHost Joachim Nahem, Executive Chairman and Co-Founder at Position Green, sits down with Philip Fjeld, CEO and Co-Founder of ReFuels, the company building the Bio-CNG refuelling infrastructure that powers heavy transport fleets across the UK and Europe.For years, the corporate climate mandate was absolute net zero or bust, with every truck on the road expected to go fully electric. But fleet operators run on profit margins of just 2 to 5%, diesel prices have jumped by 40 to 50% in six months, and electric trucks, chargers and grid upgrades remain out of reach for many. Philip explains why the shift towards near zero is pragmatism, and why his customers, including eight of the ten largest supermarket chains in the UK, are not rowing back on their climate targets but accelerating them.Together, they explore whether biomethane is a temporary bridge or a permanent part of the energy mix, how the fuel can become carbon negative, why planning approvals rather than technology are the real bottleneck, how to avoid the food versus fuel trap, and what it takes to build a profitable green business. Philip also shares his best advice for founders after 20 years as an entrepreneur.Learn aboutNear zero as real-world pragmatism Why low-margin fleet operators cannot afford trucks that cost twice as much or grid upgrades costing millions, and why near zero is a workable alternative to an undeliverable vision.Climate pledges still matter Why, contrary to popular perception, Philip sees no customers abandoning their decarbonisation plans, and why waiting for future technology is not an option for companies with 2030 and 2035 targets.The real bottleneck is infrastructure How planning approval for a refuelling station has gone from around two months to as long as a year and a half, and why grid capacity, depot space and permits slow down the transition more than technology.Profitable sustainability How ReFuels spent close to a decade building a robust, fully backed-up station network before reaching profitability, and why customers need green options that cost no more than diesel.From 90% savings to carbon negative How biomethane captures methane from waste that would otherwise rot, why it currently cuts greenhouse gas emissions by about 90% compared to diesel, and how a growing share of supply is already carbon negative.Avoiding the food versus fuel trap Why most major UK supermarkets have moved away from biodiesel, and why locally sourced waste feedstocks under European regulation avoid threatening food security elsewhere.Energy security moves up the agenda Why fuel security now sits alongside cost and carbon in customers’ decisions, and why smaller hauliers risk ending up at the back of the queue in a diesel shortage.A scalable, homegrown resource How biomethane produced from European feedstocks could theoretically supply half of Europe’s gas demand, while creating new revenue for farmers and producing nutrient-rich fertiliser as a byproduct.Lessons from 20 years as a founder Why every founder needs trusted mentors with real life experience, and why bringing your partner along on the journey is essential for your relationships to survive.About Philip FjeldPhilip Fjeld has worked in the natural gas industry since 2002, when he joined the LNG ship owner Höegh LNG in Oslo. He went on to co-found Flex LNG, and in 2014 he started CNG Fuels, which combined with ReFuels in 2023 to form a fully integrated energy supplier dedicated to decarbonising Europe’s commercial fleets. He holds a graduate degree from the Norwegian School of Economics.Today, ReFuels is listed on the Oslo Stock Exchange and supplies renewable biomethane to some of the largest fleet operators in the UK. Philip has spent two decades as a founder and CEO, building businesses that make cleaner energy work in the real world.Why it mattersAs geopolitical conflicts drive up diesel prices and threaten supply, heavy transport needs solutions that cut emissions today without waiting for grid upgrades or new truck technology. Philip argues that biomethane offers fleets a rare combination: lower costs, significant emissions reductions and energy that is produced locally, out of reach of distant conflicts.This conversation offers business leaders a practical view of how decarbonisation targets can be met under real-world constraints, and why energy security is becoming as important as carbon in shaping transport strategy.
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  • Sustainable Edge: Solar, energy security and capital discipline in emerging markets with Terje Pilskog, CEO at Scatec

    Sustainable Edge: Solar, energy security and capital discipline in emerging markets with Terje Pilskog, CEO at Scatec
    28 Sep 2026

    Solar has quietly become the single largest source of electricity in Europe, and in many emerging markets, clean energy is no longer a climate ambition but a matter of national energy security. In this episode of Sustainable Edge, Scatec CEO Terje Pilskog explains how renewables have moved beyond the ESG hype cycle into disciplined, profitable infrastructure, and why economics, not politics, is now driving the energy transition.


    In this episode of Sustainable Edge

    Recorded live at the annual Pareto Energy conference in Oslo, host Joachim Nahem, Executive Chairman and Co-Founder at Position Green, sits down with Terje Pilskog, CEO of Scatec, which builds utility-scale solar, wind and storage in markets such as Ukraine, South Africa, Egypt, Brazil and the Philippines.

    Five years ago, renewable stocks rode an unprecedented valuation boom. Today, the hype has cooled, interest rates are higher, and developers have shifted their focus to profitability and sustainable cash flows. Terje shares how Scatec navigated that reset, from sharpening its focus on core markets and reducing corporate debt to lowering its cost of capital, and why he remains a climate optimist even as global political attention on climate has faded.


    Together, they explore why governments in emerging markets are choosing renewables without subsidies, whether recent Middle East conflicts mark a turning point for clean energy, what solar developers can learn from oil and gas majors, and how Scatec continues to operate in Ukraine amid ongoing attacks on energy infrastructure.


    Learn about

    • From ESG hype to business fundamentals
    • How Scatec responded to the post-2021 market reset by focusing on fewer markets, cutting debt and building a more resilient, profitable business.
    • Why economics now drives the transition
    • Why renewables no longer need subsidies, and how a single solar and battery project in Egypt saves the country hundreds of millions of dollars a year compared to LNG-fired power.
    • Energy security as a strategic priority
    • Why the war in Ukraine and the Iran crisis are stark reminders that dependence on imported fuel is a structural risk, and why more energy crises are likely ahead.
    • The hidden cost of fossil fuel subsidies
    • How subsidised electricity tariffs burden state budgets across Africa, and how renewables could free up resources for health and education.
    • Managing risk in challenging markets
    • How long-term power purchase agreements and sovereign guarantees protect revenues in high-risk countries.
    • Lessons from oil and gas, and lessons back
    • What renewable developers have borrowed from the oil majors on execution and risk assessment, and what the traditional energy sector could learn from a more nimble way of working.
    • Responsible supply chains
    • How Scatec uses due diligence, physical audits and full traceability to ensure its solar panels, batteries and turbines come from responsible value chains.
    • Grid-friendly renewables in Europe
    • How combining solar, wind and batteries creates a balanced 24/7 generation profile, supports grid stability and opens up new opportunities in markets like Romania and Poland.



    About Terje Pilskog

    Terje Pilskog was appointed CEO of Scatec in 2022, having joined the company as EVP Project Development in 2013. Before Scatec, he held management positions at Renewable Energy Corporation (REC), which he joined from McKinsey & Co

    With close to two decades in renewables, Terje has led Scatec through one of the most turbulent periods in the industry's history, steering the company towards profitability while continuing to build large-scale clean energy projects in some of the world's most complex markets.


    Why it matters

    As geopolitical instability exposes the risks of dependence on imported fossil fuels, renewables are increasingly being chosen for their cost competitiveness and their contribution to energy independence. Terje argues that the transition is now being driven by a strong business case, one that delivers climate benefits even when climate is not the primary motivation.

    This conversation offers business leaders a grounded view of how the renewable sector has matured, how risk can be managed in challenging marke
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    27 dk.
  • Sustainable Edge: Capital, climate and the next economic transition with Nina Siemiatkowski

    Sustainable Edge: Capital, climate and the next economic transition with Nina Siemiatkowski
    24 Jun 2026
    Climate may have moved down the headlines, but the challenges facing businesses and society have not gone away. In this episode of Sustainable Edge, Nina Siemiatkowski, co-founder of Milkywire and Flat Capital, explores how capital can accelerate climate and nature solutions, why carbon removal is becoming a critical tool in the net zero transition, and what sustainability leaders can learn from the world of technology and venture capital.In this episode of Sustainable EdgeHost Joachim Nahem, Executive Chairman and Co-Founder at Position Green, sits down with Nina Siemiatkowski, co-founder and CEO of Milkywire, entrepreneur, investor, and co-founder of Flat Capital.Nina's journey is anything but conventional. After a successful corporate career, she became a wildlife photographer, spending years documenting ecosystems and biodiversity in Africa. Those experiences exposed her to the realities of biodiversity loss and climate change and ultimately inspired her to build Milkywire, a company dedicated to helping organisations fund high impact climate and nature solutions.Today, Nina operates at the intersection of sustainability, entrepreneurship, and technology. Through Milkywire, she helps companies navigate climate and nature investments, while through Flat Capital she invests in some of the world's most influential technology companies, including OpenAI and SpaceX. Her unique perspective offers valuable insights into how capital, innovation, and long term thinking can help drive the next phase of the sustainability transition.Nina Siemiatkowski shares her perspective on the future of climate action, carbon markets, nature restoration, and entrepreneurship. She explains why sustainability remains a long term economic opportunity despite shifting political priorities and changing market sentiment.Learn about:Capital as a catalyst for climate action Why funding climate and nature solutions remains one of the biggest untapped opportunities for businesses and investors.The future of carbon removal How durable carbon removal is evolving from a niche market into an essential component of credible net zero strategies.Beyond emissions reductions Why businesses need to think not only about reducing emissions, but also about restoring nature and supporting climate solutions.Scaling climate solutions like technology companies What climate entrepreneurs can learn from the growth journeys of successful technology businesses.The risks of premature scaling Why many founders overestimate market readiness and how to balance ambition with discipline.Profit and impact go hand in hand Why long term impact requires financially sustainable business models.Climate, AI, and the battle for capital What today's investment trends reveal about conviction, innovation, and future market opportunities.Reasons for optimism Why Nina believes the sustainability transition is continuing, even if it is happening more quietly than before.About Nina SiemiatkowskiNina Siemiatkowski is the co-founder and CEO of Milkywire, an impact firm helping companies design and manage programs that support climate and nature goals. Milkywire works with leading organisations to fund high quality climate solutions, biodiversity initiatives, and carbon removal projects around the world.Nina is also the co-founder of Flat Capital, a publicly listed investment company that invests in frontier technology companies including OpenAI and SpaceX. Having also witnessed the growth of Klarna from close range, she brings a rare combination of experience across entrepreneurship, investing, technology, and sustainability.A passionate advocate for climate and nature, Nina continues to explore how capital can be directed toward solving some of the world's most pressing environmental challenges.Why it mattersAs businesses navigate economic uncertainty, geopolitical tensions, and rapid technological change, sustainability can sometimes feel less urgent than it did just a few years ago. Yet climate change, biodiversity loss, and resource constraints continue to shape the long term outlook for economies and markets.Nina argues that the next phase of the transition will be defined not by promises, but by execution. Companies, investors, and entrepreneurs that understand how to combine innovation, capital, and long term thinking will be best positioned to create value while contributing to a more resilient future.Resource from this episode: https://milkywire.com/white-papers/operational-net-zero
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    43 dk.
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