Concept to Kilowatt – How Net Zero Projects Succeed

In this episode of What On Earth!, we’re joined by Ross Fairley, Senior Partner at Burges & Salmon, who brings over 30 years of experience in renewable energy projects to the table.

We dig into what project success really looks like — and what it takes to get there. From assembling the right team to securing Final Investment Decision (FID), Ross shares hard-earned insights from decades in the field.

🔍 In this episode:

• What separates successful renewable energy projects from those that fall short
• The critical roles and qualities developers should seek in their teams
• How the landscape is shifting as the “easy” project sites disappear
• The increasing complexity of renewable projects — and how to navigate it
• Ross’s one bold idea that could unlock more successful projects

Whether you're a developer, investor, policymaker, or just curious about the evolving energy transition, this episode offers a front-row seat to the real-world challenges and solutions in the sector.