In this episode, Simon Smith from Frazer-Nash Consultancy joins the Podbite series to discuss the realities of industrial decarbonization. The conversation explores the role of small modular reactors (SMRs), the opportunities and limits of existing carbon technologies, and the commercial hurdles facing heavy industry as it moves toward net zero.
Simon shares both technical insights and industry perspectives from their roundtable discussion held at Decarb Connect UK in Manchester.
Why Tune In
Recorded live at Decarb Connect UK Summit, March 2025.
Show links:
- Connect with Simon Smith and the team at Frazer-Nash Consultancy
- Follow Melissa Chew on LinkedIn and find how to get involved with the membership and work of Decarb Connect
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