Collaborate to Become Green

In conversation with Juan Pablo Garavaglia, Energy Patagonia

We recently spoke with Juan Pablo Garavaglia, of Energy Patagonia, to discuss the challenges and opportunities for companies navigating the transition to a lower-carbon economy.

While complete disruption is unrealistic, significant transformation is necessary.

Key points include:

• The need for a balanced approach: Balancing environmental goals with economic realities is crucial. We cannot simply halt production, but we must find ways to decarbonize existing industries.

• Collaboration is key: Public and private entities must work together. This includes universities, corporations, startups, and investors. Examples of collaboration include joint research ventures, corporate venture capital co-investment, and collaboration on pilot projects.

• Importance of addressing the "double message": Investors often push for greener practices while also demanding strong financial returns. Companies need clear, consistent signals to guide their strategies.

• Finding common ground: Despite competition, collaboration in areas like R&D and pilot projects can benefit all stakeholders.

The discussion concludes by highlighting the role of companies like Helix and Energy Patagonia in helping high-carbon businesses navigate the transition through advisory services, capital solutions, and implementation expertise.

You can listen to the full discussion here: