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Concept to Kilowatt – How Net Zero Projects Succeed

Concept to Kilowatt – How Net Zero Projects Succeed

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In this episode of What On Earth!, we’re joined by Ross Fairley, Senior Partner at Burges & Salmon, who brings over 30 years of experience in renewable energy projects to the table.

We dig into what project success really looks like — and what it takes to get there. From assembling the right team to securing Final Investment Decision (FID), Ross shares hard-earned insights from decades in the field.

🔍 In this episode:

  • What separates successful renewable energy projects from those that fall short
  • The critical roles and qualities developers should seek in their teams
  • How the landscape is shifting as the “easy” project sites disappear
  • The increasing complexity of renewable projects — and how to navigate it
  • Ross’s one bold idea that could unlock more successful projects

Whether you're a developer, investor, policymaker, or just curious about the evolving energy transition, this episode offers a front-row seat to the real-world challenges and solutions in the sector.

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