#53 - Dr Jemma Green (Powerledger) - Blockchain-based peer-to-peer energy trading

Finscale is also available on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@finscale.In this episode, Solenne speaks with Dr. Jemma Green, co-founder of Powerledger, about renewable energy, the energy market and the role of blockchain in optimising this sector.Jemma shares her entrepreneurial journey, the evolution of Powerledger since its founding in 2016 and the challenges the company has faced in the renewable energy sector. The discussion covers Powerledger’s key products, its market strategy and the importance of blockchain and tokenisation in improving energy trading and sustainability efforts.Key insights from the discussion:The energy market is complex, with significant regulatory challenges.Blockchain technology can solve many inefficiencies in energy trading.Powerledger operates in 14 countries, focusing on peer-to-peer energy exchange and community-driven solutions.Tokenisation of energy assets is a growing area of interest.The company recently migrated to Solana, a strategic move for efficiency.Powerledger Ventures is actively investing in Web3 and energy startups.Energy demand is increasing, making smart and sustainable solutions critical.Regulatory frameworks are crucial for ensuring the long-term viability of innovative energy solutions.******Investing involves risks. The value of any financial product may fluctuate up or down depending on market conditions. Investors may lose all or part of the capital invested, and no guarantee of return or capital protection can be provided unless explicitly stated in the product’s legal documentation.Past performance is not a reliable indicator of future results. Before making any investment decision, individuals should ensure they understand the product’s characteristics, its level of risk, the associated fees, and confirm they have the financial capacity to bear a potential loss of capital.The information shared in this content reflects the opinions of the speaker at the time of recording and does not constitute personalised investment advice. It does not replace a review of the official documentation or the consultation of a qualified professional.This content is provided for general information purposes and may have a promotional nature. Full regulatory and contractual information is available from the relevant issuers or distributors.******Produced by Gokyo Sàrl-S, hosted by Audiomeans©. Visit the Privacy Policy of Finscale and Audiomeans for more information.