More Than Just Solar: The Evolving Clean Energy Needs of Large Power Users, with Raphael Declercq Ep #41

In this episode of Smart Energy Voices, produced in partnership with EDF Renewables, host John Failla is joined by Raphael Declercq, Executive Vice President, Distributed Solutions & Strategy at EDF Renewables North America. Raphael has been working with EDF for 12 years, with a background in consulting and banking. Since mid-2010, his role has been to build an offering for C&I customers and other entities looking for distributed solutions. Listen as they discuss the changing needs of large electric power users and how EDF is evolving in response to those needs. You will want to hear this episode if you are interested in... EDF’s global footprint [03:37] The evolving needs of recent times [08:44] How is EDF responding to current needs? [13:21] Powerflex’s solar component [18:53] Storage’s role in Powerflex [22:29] EV charging in the Powerflex model [28:04] The essential software providing solutions [33:00] Microgrid projects [38:12] How can we be successful in the future? [40:50] Click here for detailed show notes Resources & People Mentioned EDF Renewables Powering Progress | Sustainable Energy in North America Exxon: At least 2 board members lose seats in fight over climate change PowerFlex: Home Connect with Raphael Declercq On LinkedIn Raphael leads the Distributed Solutions business unit of EDF Renewables North America and works with the President & Chief Executive Officer to craft and implement the Strategy of EDF Renewables. Raphael has responsibility over the teams and legal entities conducting activities at the distribution level. Through a combination of acquisitions and internal growth, Raphael had a leading role in building the commercial solar, storage, and smart Electric Vehicle charging business of EDF Renewables. He now oversees the operations of this fast-growing part of our business. In his strategy role, he has a focus on identifying growth opportunities for EDF Renewables businesses in North America. Prior to transferring to North America in 2011, Raphael worked for EDF Renouvelables in Paris as Deputy Executive Advisor. In North America, Raphael initially focused on divestitures and merger & acquisitions. Earlier in his career, Raphael was a strategy consultant at McKinsey & Company, where he primarily focused on the energy and heavy industry sectors. Raphael holds Masters in Management from HEC Paris business school and CEMS (Community of European Management Schools). Connect With Smart Energy Decisions https://smartenergydecisions.com Follow them on Facebook Follow them on Twitter Follow them on LinkedIn Subscribe to Smart Energy Voices If you're interested in participating in the next Smart Energy Decision Event, visit smartenergydecisions.com or email our Event Operations Director, Lisa Carroll at [email protected] Audio Production and Show notes by PODCAST FAST TRACK https://www.podcastfasttrack.com