Our 360 Innovation strategy and Reaching Energy Neutrality by 2030, with Carla Correia, CEO at Águas de Portugal Internacional (AdP), Portugal

In this episode of the Exec Exchange, host Piers Clark speaks with Carla Correia, the Chief Executive of Águas de Portugal. Carla shares her extensive background in legal and economic science, her transition into the water and environmental sector, and her leadership journey within Águas de Portugal Internacional. They discuss the organization's mission, its expansive infrastructure, and notably, its ambitious 360 strategy for innovation, which aims for energy neutrality by 2030 through a mix of renewable energy sources. Carla provides insights into the benefits and challenges of achieving sustainability goals and offers advice to other utilities aiming for similar targets. She also shares personal reflections on valuable life lessons she'd offer to her younger self. 00:00 Introductions00:27 Carla Correia's Background and Career Journey02:50 Overview of Águas de Portugal04:47 Innovation and Energy Strategy at Águas de Portugal Internacional07:40 Achievements and Future Goals09:45 Advice for Other Utilities and Personal Reflections11:14 Conclusion and Final Thoughts