Women in the Room: Diversity, Mentorship and Leadership in Energy with Amy Kean

In this episode of Energy in the Room, Katie sits down with Amy Kean, partner and co-founder at Stride Renewables.  The 2 unpack Amy's  25 years spent at the intersection of energy markets, policy and project delivery. Amy shares how a “light bulb moment” in the 1990s set her on a path in renewables, what she has learned working across government, industry and NGOs, and why collaboration between public, private and communities is non‑negotiable for the transition. She talks through the realities of policy reform and regulation, the importance of social licence, and why a fit‑for‑purpose 2030 energy market must balance economics, engineering and community. Amy also talks to us about creating genuinely diverse teams and the practical steps that help more women step into leadership and boardroom roles in the energy sector as well as her journey building Stride Renewables to bridge the gap between government and business.