Leading the Transition: Iberdrola CSO Agustín Delgado Martín
As Chief Innovation and Sustainability Officer of Iberdrola, Agustín Delgado Martín is at the forefront of the company’s transition towards a cleaner, more sustainable energy future.
Under his leadership, Iberdrola has strengthened its position as a global leader in renewable energy, committing to carbon neutrality and accelerating investments in green innovation.
Agustín’s career journey
With a background in engineering and extensive experience in the energy sector, Agustín has played a crucial role in shaping Iberdrola’s sustainability and innovation strategies.
Before joining Iberdrola, he worked in research and development, focusing on sustainable energy technologies. Since taking on his leadership role, he has been instrumental in advancing Iberdrola’s global decarbonisation efforts and spearheading technological advancements in the energy industry.
Industry influence
Agustín’s leadership is defined by a strong commitment to innovation, sustainability and strategic investment in renewable energy.
He has been a driving force behind Iberdrola’s pledge to achieve net-zero emissions by 2040, as well as the company’s expansion in offshore wind, hydrogen and smart grid technologies.
Under his guidance, Iberdrola has invested billions in renewable infrastructure, positioning itself as a benchmark for sustainable energy solutions worldwide.
A recognised leader in clean energy innovation, Agustín actively participates in global sustainability discussions, including COP and the World Economic Forum.
He advocates for policy frameworks that accelerate the clean energy transition and collaborates with industry stakeholders to scale up green hydrogen and electrification initiatives.
One of the things we have learned is that technology is not a problem. We used to think in a linear way but technology is evolving more exponentially and so we need to think in an exponential way, and we also need to be very focused on action. With this, we want to be one of the companies that is in a leading position to embrace and promote this change.
Vision for the future
Agustín envisions a future powered entirely by renewable energy, with smart technologies and digital innovation playing a key role in driving efficiency and decarbonisation.
Through his leadership at Iberdrola, Agustín is redefining the future of sustainable energy.
His commitment to innovation, decarbonisation and clean energy investment ensures that Iberdrola remains a global leader in the transition towards a greener, more sustainable future.
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