How RMI Collaborates with Companies to Accelerate the Energy Transition

07/27/22 • 59 min

Jules Kortnenhorst, CEO of RMI, shares how RMI works with companies in the transportation, cement, and steel sectors to encourage the rapid energy transition necessary to mitigate climate change. He also talks about RMI’s global partnerships, innovative energy programs, and accelerators—and describes how his experience in the HBS MBA program shaped his career journey, and offers advice for those interested in careers in business and climate change.

For transcripts and other resources, visit climaterising.org.

Guest: Jules Kortenhorst, CEO, RMI

For transcripts and other resources, visit climaterising.org.

Guest: Jules Kortenhorst, CEO, RMI

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