Roberta Colombo
Global Marketing Manager Power Systems SYENSQO Specialty Polymers
Roberta Colombo is Global Marketing Manager for Power Systems at Syensqo, leading strategic marketing activities across the full electrification ecosystem around transmission and distribution grids, EV charging infrastructure, and BESS.
With a strong technical background, Roberta works cross-functionally with R&I, application engineering and customers to translate emerging grid and electrification needs into scalable, future-ready material solutions. She collaborates closely with stakeholders across the entire supply chain—OEMs, component manufacturers, system integrators and utilities—bringing a lifecycle-driven approach that connects materials innovation, manufacturing efficiency and sustainability.
Roberta holds an Executive MBA focused on sustainable innovation and two Master’s degrees in Nanotechnology and Materials Engineering from Politecnico di Milano (Italy). With over a decade at Syensqo, she brings deep expertise in specialty polymers and hands-on experience across electrification applications, including magnet wire insulation, coatings and battery-related materials, bridging technical innovation with market-driven solutions.
Actively engaged in key industry communities and technical forums, Roberta contributes to shaping the dialogue around the future of power grids and electrification. She brings a market-informed, systems-level perspective to the industry, advocating for material and process innovation as a critical enabler of resilient, efficient and sustainable energy infrastructure.
2025 Onsite Content Agenda Sessions
A Path to Sustainable Power Systems: Thermoplastic Solutions for Decarbonisation and Efficiency in T
As the demand for sustainable energy solutions increases, thermoplastic materials are emerging as a key innovation in the decarbonisation and efficiency of transformer technology. This presentation will explore how thermoplastic solutions contribute to reducing carbon footprints and improving the energy efficiency of transformers, paving the way for greener power systems.
- Understanding the role of thermoplastic materials in enhancing transformer performance and supporting decarbonisation goals.
- How thermoplastic solutions reduce environmental impact while improving energy efficiency in transformers.
- Benefits of using thermoplastic components for increased durability, reliability, and reduced maintenance needs.
- The future potential of thermoplastics in revolutionising the electrical power grid and charging infrastructure.
Wednesday 04 June 15:10 - 15:40 Central Stage
Advancements in Electrical & Mechanical Engineering and Automation
As the demand for sustainable energy solutions increases, thermoplastic materials are emerging as a key innovation in the decarbonisation and efficiency of transformer technology. This presentation will explore how thermoplastic solutions contribute to reducing carbon footprints and improving the energy efficiency of transformers, paving the way for greener power systems.
- Understanding the role of thermoplastic materials in enhancing transformer performance and supporting decarbonisation goals.
- How thermoplastic solutions reduce environmental impact while improving energy efficiency in transformers.
- Benefits of using thermoplastic components for increased durability, reliability, and reduced maintenance needs.
- The future potential of thermoplastics in revolutionising the electrical power grid and charging infrastructure.
