Unintended Consequences of Energy & Chemical Policy with Michael Kolodner of Marsh - Ep. 204

Explore the relationship between the chemical industry and energy in this discussion with Mike Kolodner, the US Energy and Power Leader and Global Renewable Energy Leader at Marsh.  Victoria Meyer and Mike discuss the energy transition, the realities of energy consumption, and the role of chemical products in supporting renewable technologies. Discover how the energy demands of industrial sectors, including chemicals, shape the broader energy landscape, and the critical need for informed policymaking to address these challenges.  Victoria and Mike also discuss perspective on Peter Huntsman, CEO of Huntsman Corporation, keynote at the conference.     Plus, the complexities and unintended consequences of energy policies, especially in Europe, and how these impact global businesses. Related episodes:   https://thechemicalshow.com/critical-business-risks-in-2025-and-how-to-mitigate-insights-from-marsh/  https://thechemicalshow.com/dragos-ceo-robert-lee-on-bridging-the-gap-in-ot-cybersecurity-for-critical-industries/  https://thechemicalshow.com/peter-huntsman-discusses-innovation-leadership-and-regulatory-environments-in-chemicals/  Be sure to check out the full episode to learn more about: The complex relationship between energy and chemical industriesImportance of industrial demand in powerThe reality of the energy transitionImpact of European policies and international energy consumption Supporting clients through risk management and policy shaping  Killer Quote: "We gotta stop pretending that you can just build a bunch of stuff and it's all gonna be fine. There are unintended consequences, and it's a far more complex ecosystem when we talk about global energy infrastructure." —Michael Kolodner  Sponsored by: Canadian Petrochemical Summit: https://www.cdnpetrochemcialsummit.ca Join chemical industry leaders, innovators, and experts at the Canadian Petrochemical Summit—the premier event for advancing the future of Canada's petrochemical sector. Set in the Canadian Rocky Mountains from June 17-19 this event will help you stay ahead of the curve. See you in the Rockies.