Episode 25: Building a Net Zero Workforce – Catherine Schlieben, Chief People Officer, Talent and National Grid Ventures at National Grid

Leading HR functions in the energy sector, Catherine shares her work to build a Net Zero Workforce, the approaches to skills and diversity required to meet a company’s Net Zero target.

Catherine also shares her passion for creating employment opportunities that contribute to greater equality in society, in her corporate HR roles and in leading the Taskforce on Future Skills & Good Work at Business in the Community.

Encouraging us to create transparent business cultures, Catherine advocates for the importance and impact of being able to have a honest conversation.

Here’s a snapshot of a few things we talked about:

[4:40] The functions of HR to ensure good quality of life and the opportunity to learn

[8:55] Building a net zero workforce

[13:55] Catherine’s passion for employment opportunities that create greater equality in society

[20:16] Building a culture of transparency

[25:22] Having an honest conversation  

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