In Good Company with Nicolai Tangen Engie CEO: Crisis Leadership, Green Transition, and Europe's Energy Future
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Jul 9, 2025 
Catherine MacGregor, CEO of Engie, shares her unique journey from oil rigs in Congo to leading a major energy company with 98,000 employees. She discusses navigating Europe through its energy crisis while committing to a green transition. Topics include Engie's ambitious €25 billion investment in renewables and plans to expand capacity to 95 gigawatts by 2030. Catherine also addresses challenges such as regulatory hurdles for hydrogen and the need for innovative infrastructure to ensure energy stability and support carbon neutrality.
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Engie’s Diverse Energy Role
- Engie is a major European energy utility involved in the full energy value chain from production to infrastructure and distribution.
- The company balances electricity production, gas infrastructure, and customer services across residential, industrial, and city sectors.
Engie’s 2030 Renewable Goals
- Engie plans to nearly double renewable power capacity to 95 gigawatts by 2030 while increasing battery storage.
- Growth in power networks and selling more renewable power, including 24-7 green power to customers, are key priorities.
Managing the Russian Gas Crisis
- When Russia cut gas supplies, Engie faced massive risks in supply and finances but acted swiftly.
- Teams broke silos to track risks and secure alternatives, effectively managing a perfect supply nightmare.