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Why Exxon Mobil CEO Darren Woods Isn’t Convinced We Can Get to Net Zero by 2050

Leadership Next
Leadership Next
Episode • Feb 27, 2024 • 46m

As CEO of the energy giant, Woods is leading the third largest U.S. company through the energy transition. While Exxon Mobil is investing in low-carbon solutions like hydrogen and carbon capture, he is not yet convinced the world as a whole has what it takes to achieve its decarbonization goals.

He discusses in depth with Alan and Michal the roadblocks to net zero; the company’s challenges with activist investors; inflation reduction act subsidies; and, of course, what he does to relax.


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