Andreas Wade on How to Build Bridges in Sustainability

Andreas discusses the company's focus on decarbonization, sustainable design, and upskilling. He also shares his journey in sustainability, from studying Environmental Engineering to working in the renewable energy industry. Andreas highlights the challenges of building bridges between sustainability and the current business environment. He predicts that the role of the Chief Sustainability Officer (CSO) will evolve to become more accountable and regulated, with a focus on sustainability accounting. Andreas also compares the sustainability landscape in Europe and the US and offers advice to newcomers in the field.

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Takeaways

• Viessmann Climate Solutions focuses on decarbonization, sustainable design, and upskilling to transform the company into a future-fit business.
• The role of the CSO is evolving to become more accountable and regulated, with a focus on sustainability accounting.
• Building bridges between sustainability and the current business environment is a constant challenge that requires deep technical knowledge and diplomatic skills.
• Young people interested in sustainability should go broad in their careers, gaining knowledge in various disciplines and considering placements with NGOs to understand different perspectives.