The energy transition and the history of the electrical grid

Heard the expression ‘energy transition’ before and not quite sure what it means? Ever wondered how the electrical grid came to be? Or whether the electricity we use in our lives is sustainable?

In this episode, Dr. Markus Heimbach, Managing Director of the High Voltage Products business unit in Hitachi Energy and the best person to answer these questions, will tell you all about it.

Tune in for an electrifying journey as Markus unpacks the history and evolution of the electrical grid, the global movement of the energy transition and challenges, breakthrough high-voltage innovations, and more.

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History of the electrical grid

Dr. Markus Heimbach

Executive Vice President & Managing Director, High Voltage Products business unit, Hitachi Energy

Meet Dr. Markus Heimbach, the vibrant force behind Hitachi Energy’s High Voltage Products business unit.

He holds an M.Sc. and a PhD in electrical engineering from RWTH Aachen University and an MBA from the University of Hagen. Before joining Hitachi Energy, Markus was a scientist and chief engineer at Aachen University.

When he’s not leading innovative and game-changing projects, you can find him conquering cycling races with the same drive he brings to his career.

He is energetic, engaging, and always up for a challenge!

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