Roberto Castiglioni
Co-founder of Ikigai with experience across banking, development, and principal investment; focuses on financing and delivering flexible energy assets and large-scale battery projects in Europe.
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Oct 30, 2025 • 52min
Unlocking investment for flexible assets with Roberto Castiglioni and Helena Anderson (Ikigai Capital)
Helena Anderson and Roberto Castiglioni, co-founders of Ikigai Capital, dive into the complexities of financing flexible energy assets. They discuss the challenges investors face in valuing hybrid projects despite their critical role in a decarbonized grid. The duo highlights the importance of evolving financing models to accommodate system value, not just generation. Both emphasize collaboration between developers, investors, and regulators as key to unlocking the potential of large-scale battery projects and achieving Italy's renewable goals.
Oct 30, 2025 • 52min
Unlocking investment for flexible assets with Roberto Castiglioni and Helena Anderson (Ikigai Capital)
Roberto Castiglioni and Helena Anderson, co-founders of Ikigai Group, dive into the complexities of financing flexible and hybrid energy projects. They discuss the shortcomings of traditional finance models that overlook the value of flexibility in energy systems. The duo highlights the potential of Italy's MaxxA auction as a solution for securing grid services, while exploring innovative non-lithium storage options. Their insights reveal the importance of collaboration among developers, investors, and regulators to unlock funding for crucial energy infrastructure.
