What does staying grounded mean to you personally at a time when energy systems, technologies, and working environments are all changing at once?

Being grounded means possessing the self-confidence that stems from a solid understanding of electrical engineering and being aware of the importance of society's most critical infrastructure. It helps us remain focused on solutions that require minimal energy resources, are affordable and technically mature, without being swayed by the dataism trend.

What advice would you give students who feel that everything is becoming too complex, uncertain, or overwhelming at the beginning of their careers?

Learn thoroughly without using AI to further develop your own natural intelligence. Learn patiently and systematically, and persevere. Try to discover the magic of science and work with passion. Then complexity will be dissolved and replaced by simplicity, evoking a wealth of emotions.

Which skills and ways of thinking do students need today to contribute to sustainable energy systems without losing perspective?

The foundation for every electrical engineering student is primarily logical and analytical thinking, followed by systems thinking. For power engineers, holistic and critical thinking are fundamental to comprehensive solutions for the energy transition. Creative thinking is essential in our time for developing new ideas and finding innovative solutions.