Show Notes
China is a powerhouse in energy and there's simply no denying it. The country is making bold moves in clean energy, building record-breaking solar and wind farms, rolling out supercharged power grids, and embracing the shift to SF6-free technology to cut out emissions just to name a few. But here's the big question: Is China designing the blueprint for the world's future grid? Find out in this insightful episode where we chat with our expert guest Bin Su, Head of Hub Business Unit North Asia for the High Voltage Products business at Hitachi Energy. --- Bin Su is the Head of Hub Business Unit North Asia for the High Voltage Products business at Hitachi Energy.
He holds a PhD in electrical and electronics engineering from Tsinghua University in Beijing, China.
With 20 years of experience in the energy industry, Bin is known for his precision, calm approach, and analytical mindset. He's driven by a strong passion for sustainability, shaping the future of energy while fostering the next generation of innovators. Outside of work, Bin spends his weekends hiking around Beijing, where the view of transmission lines reminds him of majestic Chinese dragons. He's deeply proud to be part of an industry that's driving monumental change for the world and strives to make a meaningful and lasting impact. --- Make sure to follow us and click the notification button to get updates on new episodes. Visit www.hitachienergy.com/powerpulse for more information. The Power Pulse podcast is produced and edited by Creative Chimps for Hitachi Energy.
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