What is energy intensity and why is it vital to our net-zero goals?
We need to talk about energy intensity.
Degree in Business and Economics, University of Turin. Formerly with: Unifarma, Finconsumo, Telecom Italia. 1995-2009, with BP International: 1995-97, Marketing Manager Lubricants, France; 1997-99, Sales Manager LPG, Poland; 1999-2000, Global Supply Manager, UK; 2000-03, Business Manager, Marine, France, Benelux and North Africa; 2003-04, Chief of Staff to Group Vice-President, Business to Business and New Markets; 2004-06, General Manager, Business Development, India; 2006-09, Director, Emerging Consumers Markets, BP Alternative Energy, UK. Since August 2009, current position. Recipient of awards.
We need to talk about energy intensity.
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