In this episode of Decarb Discussions, our host James Verdon is joined by Professor Russell Thomas, who recently published a paper on the transformation of the UK gas industry between 1949 and the end of the 1980s.Listen as they discuss the challenges of the sector during the nationalisation of the gas distribution system, and what lessons can be learned to help with today’s decarbonisation agenda.Hosted by James Verdon, Strategic Stakeholder Manager, XoserveGuest Speaker: Russell Thomas, Technical Director at WSP and Visiting Professor at the University of StrathclydeThis episode covers:How the gas distribution system changed between 1949 and the end of the 1980sWhy the industry’s large-scale transformation is possible and necessaryHow past transformation initiatives can inform today’s decarbonisation agenda (challenges and lessons learned)The role of training and upskilling in a rapidly evolving industryThe importance of communication and community engagement for a successful transformation programmeXoserve Disclaimer: All opinions and statements made by Decarbonisation Discussion Podcasts participants are considered to be reflective of their individual viewpoint at the time of recording and shall not necessarily be considered as either representative of Xoserve’s opinion, or condoned as such by Xoserve or any of Xoserve’s employees. Xoserve shall not directly or indirectly endorse any participants commercial products or services as a result of them being referenced either during or as a result of the Podcast.

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