Jan Rosenow

In the face of climate challenges, it's easy to feel overwhelmed. But the energy transition is not just necessary -- it’s happening, and faster than we ever imagined.

For years, we were told that clean energy couldn’t compete. Yet today, solar and wind are the cheapest sources of new power. Heat pumps and EVs are no longer future technologies—they are scaling rapidly, outpacing fossil alternatives. Policies once seen as ambitious are now mainstream, with net-zero targets covering over 90% of global GDP.

This session explores why optimism isn’t naïve -- it’s essential. The challenges are real, but so is the momentum. From market shifts to policy breakthroughs and technological leaps, we have every reason to believe in a cleaner, more affordable, and more resilient energy future.

When we embrace pragmatic optimism, we shift from fear to action. We see that the transition isn’t just possible -- it’s inevitable.