Leonhard Birnbaum
The CEO of Eon is one of the most influential energy lobbyists in Brussels. The chemical engineer took over the presidency of Eurelectric at the end of 2022. Since then, Eon’s main business has become much more central to Europe’s energy policy: the distribution grids to which most wind turbines and solar plants are connected. His most important goals are permanently simpler approvals for grid expansion and a better return in the regulated business.