Overview

In this episode of The CFO Playbook, David McClelland is joined by Marie Joyce, CFO and COO of NTR, the trailblazing renewable energy specialist. They discuss NTR’s mission to advance sustainable infrastructure and their strategy of investing in wind, solar, and energy storage assets across Europe. 
 
What exactly does it take to transform from toll roads to renewable energy? Marie reveals the incredible evolution of NTR, offering a rare glimpse into the strategic milestones that have defined the company, from its early investments in wind energy with Airtricity in 1999 to its current focus on wind, solar, and energy storage projects across Europe. We hear how NTR’s diversification across various markets and technologies has cemented its leadership in the renewable energy sector. 

Marie also shines a light on the pivotal decisions that set NTR apart, such as the shift from a US-centric approach to capitalising on the stable European market. She recounts the company’s transition to co-investing with institutional capital, a move that has significantly mitigated risk while expanding investment capabilities. Hear how advancements in technology have made renewable projects financially viable without government subsidies, and how strategic partnerships, such as with Legal & General Investment Management, have been instrumental in the company’s growth. 

Beyond the financial strategy, Marie lifts the lid on the human element that drives NTR’s success including initiatives to foster diversity and inclusion in the traditionally male-dominated sectors of engineering and finance. From flexible working arrangements to fertility leave, NTR’s culture not only supports its workforce but also aligns with its ambitious climate goals. 

Chapters

0:00:03 – Exploring CFO Role in Sustainable Energy (46 Seconds)

0:05:26 – NTR’s Sustainable Infrastructure Mission (63 Seconds)

0:12:24 – NTR Demerger and Renewable Strategy (132 Seconds)

0:19:54 – Evolution of European Investment Funds (112 Seconds)

0:29:10 – Navigating Government Policies in Energy Industry (91 Seconds)

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