Christian Spies

Christian Spies currently serves as the Country Managing Director for Germany at SSE plc, leading the development of the company's German operations with an emphasis on renewables, offshore, thermal generation, and trading. With extensive experience in the renewable energy sector, Christian founded SolarSurge Consultancy Ltd in 2014 and previously held key positions such as Director of Business Development for Smartenergy and Vice President at Greencells Group. Christian's career includes significant roles at SMA Solar Technology AG and Lightsource bp, focusing on project management, procurement, and international project development across Europe and beyond. Academic qualifications include a Master's degree in Economics and Engineering specializing in Renewable Energies from Hochschule Trier and additional degrees in Industrial Engineering and Environmental Engineering.