Joelle Jürgensen

2. An welches STX-Erlebnis denkst Du besonders gerne zurück?

Den ersten Handel von Kolleg:innen zu feiern oder das generelle Wachstum der Firma mitzuerleben, STX macht einfach Spaß und ist inspirierend – unser neues Office in Hamburg zu eröffnen ist natürlich auch ganz oben auf der Liste.

2. An welches STX-Erlebnis denkst Du besonders gerne zurück?

Den ersten Handel von Kolleg:innen zu feiern oder das generelle Wachstum der Firma mitzuerleben, STX macht einfach Spaß und ist inspirierend – unser neues Office in Hamburg zu eröffnen ist natürlich auch ganz oben auf der Liste.

3. Dein Top Tipp für einen Berufseinstieg bei STX?

Fachkenntnisse sammeln & vernetzen!

4. Was macht Deiner Meinung nach die Unternehmenskultur von STX aus?

Ein wichtiger Teil unserer Kultur ist das globale Denken mit lokaler Expertise. STX schafft ein Umfeld, in dem jede:r die Möglichkeit hat, neue Fähigkeiten zu erlernen, Herausforderungen anzunehmen und beruflich zu wachsen.

5. Ein Fun Fact über Dich?

In meiner Freizeit bereise ich gerne neue Länder und lass mich von den verschiedenen Küchen und kulinarischen Traditionen inspirieren. Wenn ich zurückkomme, bringe ich nicht nur Souvenirs mit, sondern auch neue Rezepte und Gewürze, mit denen ich dann zu Hause experimentiere. Es ist wie eine Reise um die Welt in meiner eigenen Küche!

6. You’ve already highlighted a good work-life balance as crucial to keep yourself motivated. How do you maintain this balance effectively?

Balancing a demanding career with personal life can be challenging, especially in trading where being on top of market demands is crucial. The key to a good work-life balance is flexibility.

By being flexible and adaptable to market needs, I am fully present when it matters most and take personal time when the market is less active. This give-and-take approach helps me effectively manage both work responsibilities and personal well-being.

The support from my team at STX also plays a significant role. We respect each other’s time and work together to ensure that everyone maintains a healthy balance. The flexible and collaborative environment STX provides is the secret to achieving a sustainable work-life balance.

7. Do you have any advice for any professional looking into starting a career in the field of renewable energy and biofuels?

Starting out in renewable energy can feel a bit disorienting, but don’t let that scare you! When I began, I quickly realized that understanding the industry’s broad scope—from market trends to regulatory details—is crucial.

Always be eager to learn. The industry evolves rapidly and staying updated on trends and innovations helps you stay ahead. Building a strong network is also essential: connecting with mentors and peers opens doors to opportunities and paves the way to success. In the end, it all comes down to the human touch!

As I already mentioned, adaptability is key. The industry’s dynamic nature means you’ll need to adjust your strategies as things change. Lastly, keep the long-term goal of sustainability in focus. Knowing that your work contributes to a sustainable future adds meaningful direction to your career.

8. The EU has set an ambitious target to achieve 35 bcm of sustainable biomethane production by 2030 as part of REPowerEU. To progress in that direction, what should be the next climate regulation and industry priorities?

Several factors can drive a faster uptake of biomethane. Its potential for decarbonization and reducing energy dependency in Europe, combined with relying on proven technology, has led to substantial capital inflow into the sector over the past years. Although production capacity is rapidly growing, deploying all that capital is not always easy. To create an attractive investment opportunity, it’s essential to secure feedstock supply, grid connection, various permits and viable offtake contracts. While policies like RED III, FuelEU Maritime and local subsidy schemes and blending obligations help stimulate production, more action is needed, particularly in regions where substantial feedstock is available but not yet being utilized. Furthermore, local authorities and institutions need to better prioritize permitting and grid connections for biogas plants, a topic that somehow still sometimes is controversial in countries. Producers themselves also constantly need to seek to improve plant economics and overall decarbonization impact, to make their business case more attractive. One example of this is incorporating CO2 capture in their facilities to allow for improving biomethane product quality and monetizing the liquid CO2 stream by e.g. supplying e-fuels producers (CCU) or transporting the product into permanent storage (CCS).