The Chemical Executive Mastermind brings senior chemical leaders together for trusted peer perspective. Learn more at grow.thechemicalshow.com/mastermind . 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 industries Importance of industrial demand in power The reality of the energy transition Impact 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
