The Foreign Desk Powering Purpose
Dec 1, 2025
Christian Oller, Head of Global Product Group at Hitachi Energy, shares insights on the importance of switchgear in achieving grid reliability and fault isolation. Vera Silva, Chief Strategy and Technology Officer at GE Vernova, discusses the balance between R&D and commercial strategies in global electrification. Frederick Bielitz of Aurora Energy Research highlights the significance of attracting private capital for energy transition analytics. The trio emphasizes collaboration among grid players to replace SF6 and modernize infrastructure, ensuring affordable and reliable energy for the future.
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Data Platforms Drive Investment
- Aurora Energy Research builds data and analytics platforms to attract private capital into the energy transition.
- Frederick Bielitz focuses on advising clients on asset-specific investments and portfolio strategies across markets.
Broad Technology Span Shapes Strategy
- GE Vernova covers grid, power conversion and storage technologies globally across electrification systems.
- Vera Silva leads strategy, technology and commercial engagement to align R&D with customer needs.
Switchgear Keeps Power Flowing
- Switchgear sits at substations to redirect current and isolate faults, enabling continuous electricity supply.
- Christian Oller leads switchgear product development to keep grids reliable and compact.