In this episode of Real Assets, Real Leaders, we’re joined by Ed Pateman-Jones, Founder and CEO of SONAURA, to explore how innovative energy procurement is reshaping industrial decarbonisation across Europe.

With deep expertise in clean infrastructure and a commercial lens honed through years of development and advisory.

Ed shares practical insights on:

•⁠ ⁠Transforming industrial power supply – How Sonora is delivering off-site private wire projects to help manufacturers access cheaper, cleaner energy at scale. •⁠ ⁠Why one-size-fits-all doesn’t work – Navigating regulatory, cultural, and economic nuances across the UK, France, and Germany—and why localised strategy is key. •⁠ ⁠From startup to scale-up – Lessons from raising capital, building a cross-border team, and growing a business with replicability and impact in mind. •⁠ ⁠Leadership in action – How Ed is shaping Sonora’s culture with transparency, ownership, and a commitment to diversity from day one.

This episode is full of candid reflections on energy markets, startup leadership, and how to move beyond pilot projects toward real decarbonizsation. Whether you’re in infrastructure, ESG, or renewables, Ed’s journey offers a blueprint for scaling sustainable solutions with commercial edge.

🔗 Connect with Ed Pateman-Jones: https://www.linkedin.com/in/edward-pateman-jones/ ⁠https://sonauraenergy.com/⁠

🌍 Our Links: ⁠https://www.sonderandmetric.com/⁠

https://www.linkedin.com/in/josh-foulkes-46273388/

In this episode of Real Assets, Real Leaders, we’re joined by Dan Wells, Partner at Foresight Group, to explore how strategic infrastructure investing is shaping the energy transition.

With decades of experience across global markets, Dan shares thoughtful insights on:

•⁠ ⁠Deploying capital for impact – How Foresight is scaling clean energy and natural capital investment across Europe and beyond.

•⁠ ⁠The shift from early to mid-transition infrastructure – Why storage, grid, and long-duration assets are essential for the next chapter of net zero.

•⁠ ⁠Lessons from global project development – What Dan learned from investing in Asia, managing multi-country portfolios, and navigating cultural nuance.

•⁠ ⁠Building a purpose-driven investment career – How values, perseverance, and leadership shaped his journey from history major to energy fund partner.

This episode is packed with reflections on sustainable investing, team-building, and how to lead with intention in a rapidly evolving market. Whether you're in infrastructure, finance, or simply curious about the forces driving net zero, Dan’s journey offers practical wisdom and perspective.

🔗 Connect with Dan Wells:

https://www.linkedin.com/in/dan-wells-0118396/

https://foresight.group/

🌍 Our Links: https://www.sonderandmetric.com/

https://www.linkedin.com/in/josh-foulkes-46273388/

In this episode of Real Assets, Real Leaders, we sit down with Richard Burrell to explore the evolving landscape of renewable energy investment and infrastructure.

With deep expertise in financing energy projects, scaling sustainable businesses, and navigating the energy transition, Richard shares valuable insights on:

• The role of investment in clean energy growth
• How capital is shaping the future of renewables.
• Navigating risks & opportunities in the energy sector .
• What investors look for in large-scale projects.
• The evolving grid & energy storage market.
• Why infrastructure innovation is crucial for net zero.
• Lessons from leading energy businesses
• Strategies for scaling and sustaining success in a dynamic industry.

Whether you're an investor, entrepreneur, or energy enthusiast, this episode offers strategic takeaways on funding, infrastructure, and the road ahead for the energy transition.

🔗 Connect with Richard Burrell

https://bringenergy.com/

https://www.linkedin.com/in/richard-burrell-39487330/

🌍 Our Links:

https://www.sonderandmetric.com/

https://www.linkedin.com/in/josh-foulkes-46273388/