Wicked Problems - Climate Tech Conversations Airport lights are going out all over Europe
Mar 21, 2025
Kristian Ruby, Secretary General of Eurelectric, shares gripping insights from his visit to a Ukrainian power plant thriving under wartime challenges. He highlights the resilience of Ukrainian engineers in maintaining crucial energy infrastructure amid bombings. The conversation spans Europe's preparedness for similar crises, the urgent need for robust energy infrastructure and cybersecurity, and the importance of closer collaboration to combat emerging threats like sabotage. Ruby emphasizes strategic shifts needed within European supply chains for a more self-sufficient future.
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Power Plant Visit
- Kristian Ruby visited a Ukrainian thermal power plant in a war zone.
- The plant had been bombed multiple times but remained operational for three years.
Air Raid Sirens
- Upon arriving at the power plant, air raid sirens went off, a daily occurrence.
- Soldiers with roof-mounted air defense guns passed by, highlighting the constant threat.
Europe's Need to Prepare
- Europe must prepare for similar attacks on energy infrastructure.
- Policymakers should focus on bolstering resilience and pursuing peace.