The Great Switch - A sustainability podcast series by Schneider Electric
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How the Norwegian state is making buildings produce more energy than they use
Episode 1: StatsbyggInterview with Harald Nikolaisen, CEO of Statsbygg
Make new buildings produce more energy than they consume. This lofty 2050 goal belongs to Statsbygg, the Norwegian government’s developer.
The agency is constantly pushing the bar for operating in the construction sector. In addition to setting a target of 25% emission reduction for all new buildings, they are implementing innovative workflows and methods, from digital twins to the use of AI and drones in inspection and maintenance.
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Can the wind industry really go carbon neutral?
Episode 2: Vestas
Interview with Lisa Malmquist Ekstrand, VP & Head of Sustainability at Vestas
Few global industrial companies have set the bar higher than Vestas.
In 2019, the wind energy leader committed to becoming carbon neutral across its own operations by 2030 – but today’s complex realities call for a new approach to green transition.
In this episode, Vestas’ VP and Head of Sustainability, Lisa Ekstrand, shares how the company is driving change with low-emission steel, groundbreaking wind turbine blade recycling, and the electrification of its service fleet – all while scaling a global supply chain without compromising growth.
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Can 600 schools really be optimized with AI?
Episode 3: SISABInterview with Niklas Dalgrip, Business Area Manager at SISAB
SISAB is responsible for more than 600 educational buildings across Stockholm – where over 200,000 children, students and staff spend their day.
In this episode, Niklas Dalgrip shares how digital transformation, 10,000 AI-powered sensors and a strong internal data strategy have helped SISAB reduce emissions, cut costs, and create better learning environments.
It’s a story about real change – driven by people, technology and a deep commitment to continuous improvement.
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Episodes
Interview with Harald Nikolaisen, CEO of Statsbygg
How the Norwegian state is making buildings produce more energy than they use.

Interview with Lisa Ekstrand, VP of Sustainability at Vestas
Can the wind industry really go carbon neutral?

Interview with Niklas Dalgrip, Business Area Manager at SISAB
How do you optimize 600 school buildings with AI – and make it measurable?
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What is a sustainability podcast?
A sustainability podcast is a series of discussions where thought leaders share critical topics related to sustainable practices for the business. These podcasts often focus on digital transformation and energy transition to help customers understand how technology can enhance sustainable efforts and how to shift towards renewable energy sources. Additionally, they explore the role of digitalization in optimizing resource management and promoting eco-friendly solutions across various industries. Through engaging discussions, sustainability podcasts aim to inform and inspire listeners to act for a more sustainable future.
