64 - Local Action, Fossil-Free Future: Duygu Kutluay on going Beyond Fossil Fuel
In this episode, Marine Cornelis sits down with Duygu Kutluay, a campaigner at Europe Beyond Coal/Beyond Fossil Fuels, to explore her inspiring work in renewable energy and local solutions. Originally from Istanbul and now based in Berlin, Duygu brings a unique global perspective to the fight against fossil fuels, shaped by her journey from sustainable agriculture in Anatolia to advocating for community-driven energy projects across Europe.
Highlights:
Building Local Power: Duygu shares how projects like London’s Energy Gardens are transforming railway stations into vibrant hubs for solar energy and urban farming, improving air quality and empowering communities.
Breaking Barriers for SMEs: With SMEs forming the backbone of Europe’s economy, Duygu reveals the challenges they face in accessing funding, technology, and knowledge—and the solutions needed to bring them into the energy transition.
Lessons from Turkey: Insights into how rooftop solar and renewable energy initiatives are gaining momentum in Turkey, and what Europe can learn from these dynamic efforts.
A Vision for 2035: Duygu discusses her mission to achieve a fossil-free power sector by 2035 while ensuring the transition benefits everyone, from urban neighbourhoods to rural communities.
Join us as we dive into Duygu’s inspiring journey, the challenges of creating inclusive energy solutions, and her vision for a cleaner, fairer world.
Resources and Links:
Explore Duygu’s work and examples of local energy solutions on the Beyond Fossil Fuels website.
Learn more about London’s Energy Gardens and how they’re turning railway stations into hubs for clean energy and community action.
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