In this episode of the CERAWeek Podcast, Atul Arya, S&P Global Chief Energy Strategist, speaks with Sanjiv Lamba, CEO and Member of the Board of Directors at Linde, about the transformative role of industrial gases in advancing decarbonization, energy efficiency, and innovations in manufacturing. Their conversation highlights the essential function of these gases in everyday life—powering healthcare, enabling manufacturing, and supporting technology, from medical oxygen to semiconductors. They set the stage for CERAWeek 2025, where global leaders will gather to address the critical challenges and opportunities shaping the future of energy.

Highlights from the discussion include:

• Decarbonization Strategies: Exploring approaches to reduce carbon emissions, including the development of hydrogen production and carbon capture technologies.
• Technological Innovation: Examining the impact of AI and machine learning on enhancing operational efficiency in the industrial gases sector.
• Cross-Industry Collaboration: How partnerships with leading companies, including projects involving carbon capture, hydrogen, and decarbonization, demonstrate the power of joint innovation in tackling global energy challenges.
• Healthcare Applications: The essential role of industrial gases in medical oxygen supply and healthcare delivery.
• Leadership and Talent Development: Insights on cultivating leadership and talent to navigate the evolving energy landscape.