Energy Sense

Mar 06 2024 41 ep. 25 mins 4
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The Energy Sense podcast explores the most fascinating trends, news and ideas in the energy sector. Guest experts from the worlds of engineering, building science, technology, real estate, construction, and environment. With host Chris Rawlings, Chief Energy Officer of Bowerbird Energy

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Learning the Different Approaches to Sustainability: Insights from a Building Engineer

Mar 06 2024 28 mins  
Join host Chris Rawlings on Energy Sense as he sits down with building engineer Kiersten Washle to uncover insights into sustainability and energy efficiency. Washle is a portfolio energy and sustainability manager for D.C.-based JLL. Washle holds LFA, CEM, LEED Green Associate and ActiveScore AP certifications, with a degree in systems engineering and sustainability, a master's d

Sustainable Investing: Trends, Compliance and Access to Capital

Jan 16 2024 28 mins  
On this episode of Energy Sense, Chris Rawlings and guest Molly Shutt discuss the evolving space of environmental, social and governance, or ESG, investing. Molly, a Sustainable Investment Analyst, explains the importance of ESG investing for businesses, including trends, compliance and access to capital. They also discuss the need for realistic goals when it comes to carbon emissi

The Year in Energy 2023: A Review of Business and Industry Trends

Jan 01 2024 25 mins  
What stood out for the energy industry in 2023 — and what's next? On this year-end episode of Energy Sense, Jason Roop interviews Chris Rawlings, Chief Energy Officer of Bowerbird Energy. They discuss the trends, challenges and headlines in the energy industry. Chris talks about the company's growth, the challenges of recruiting and staffing, and how small businesses are adapting

Unlocking the Power of Professional Services in the Energy Industry

Nov 13 2023 25 mins  
On this episode of Energy Sense, Bowerbird CEO Chris Rawlings and Jason Roop discuss the importance of professional services in the energy industry. They explain how Bowerbird Energy provided a solution to a private equity group and the need for energy engineers to bridge the gap between professional engineering companies and tradesman contractors. Additionally, they discuss the Sk

Energy Security, Critical Minerals, and Energy Policy w/ Guest Dr. Morgan Bazilian, Colorado School of Mines

Oct 11 2023 30 mins  
Host Chris Rawlings discusses domestic and international energy security, critical minerals, and energy policy with guest Dr. Morgan D. Bazilian, the Director of the Payne Institute and a professor of public policy at the Colorado School of Mines. Morgan has served as lead energy specialist at the World Bank. He has more than two decades of experience in the energy sector and is re

Solar Thermal Energy Savings for the Air Force

Sep 20 2023 29 mins  
On this episode of Energy Sense, Bowerbird Energy CEO Chris Rawlings and Jason Roop discuss the company's biggest design/build government project to date — a solar thermal installation at Langley Air Force Base in Hampton, Virginia. The mission of the project, managed by Bowerbird Energy, was to transition the Shellbank Recreation and Fitness Center from traditional natural gas-

How a Nonprofit Unites Businesses and Communities for Carbon Reduction at the Local Level

Jul 31 2023 27 mins  
On this episode of Energy Sense, host Chris Rawlings of Bowerbird Energy interviews Coles Jennings, the director of corporate sustainability at the Community Climate Collaborative (C3). They delve into the work of C3, and how the nonprofit brings together businesses and communities to foster carbon reduction at the local level. Coles shares how C3 works with businesses to reduce en

Harnessing Solar Power for RVs and Van Life: Renewable Energy and Sustainable Living on the Open Road

Jun 06 2023 20 mins  
Get ready to see more solar panels on the move. More of them are popping up on campers, vans and trailers with the increasing popularity of green travel. People are enjoying the freedom and adventure of life on the road — whether it's a short-term vacation or a long-term lifestyle. And they want renewable energy along for the ride. To learn more about the trend and technology, h

Energy Contracting and the Government

May 11 2023 27 mins  
Getting into government contracting can be intimidating. But one of the biggest keys to success might surprise you. Bowerbird Energy CEO Chris Rawlings shares how his company grew its government contracting business — along with some tips, insight and resources that could help you.

Offshore Wind Revolution: How an East Coast Startup Is Leading the Charge in Wind Turbine Maintenance and Energy Innovation

Apr 05 2023 16 mins  
Kyle Mullins, the President of Virginia-based startup Coastal Wind Services, shares his journey from the Navy to cell towers to his work with Ørsted — and what it's like to maintain offshore wind farms. He talks with host Chris Rawlings, Bowerbird Energy Chief Energy Officer, about innovation, workforce and what's on the horizon for wind as a renewable energy resource here in Vi