Energy Insiders - a RenewEconomy Podcast Data centres, batteries, gas and SMRs
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Oct 24, 2025 Pablo Koziner, Chief Commercial Officer at GE Vernova, shares insights into the evolving landscape of energy. He discusses Australia's pivotal role in the global energy transition and explores advancements in wind energy, highlighting the use of AI and robotics to enhance efficiency. Pablo also reveals strategies for managing project demand in gas turbines and details on the development of 300MW small modular reactors in Canada. He further elaborates on how data centers will increasingly rely on a combination of gas, batteries, and SMRs to meet future energy demands.
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Australia's Unusual Energy Advantage
- Australia is uniquely positioned with large-scale wind, solar and battery resources driving rapid decarbonisation.
- Pablo Koziner says Australia is approaching renewables shares many countries only aspire to, near 50% or higher on some days.
Value Focus As Subsidies Fade
- GE is focused on driving product value as subsidies decline, using AI and robotics to cut life-cycle costs.
- Koziner says wind volumes may fall but product quality and value proposition are increasing.
Be Specific When Ordering Turbines
- If you need a gas turbine, be specific about project timing, permits and offtake to secure timely delivery.
- Koziner urges customers to partner with GE to align supply with project readiness amid high global demand.