Renewable Rides

Jun 18 2024 1
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Renewable Rides is the guide to the corporate energy transition. Featuring interviews with industry experts and business leaders, Renewable Rides aims to help companies tackle challenges and maximize opportunities in the pursuit of a resilient, profitable, and thriving energy future. Hosts Gareth Evans and Dan Roberts, founders of VECKTA, shed light on the energy transition and the benefits it presents for company brand, operations and resilience.

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Ep 42: Microgrids, Utility Business Models and Empowering Companies to Speak Up - Our Talk with Reimagine Power's Allie Detrio

Jun 18 2024 46 mins  
How do we navigate the complexities of evolving energy policies while pushing for a sustainable future? In this episode, Allie Detrio, Chief Strategist for Reimagine Power, joins the show to explore this very question. With over 15 years of experience in clean energy and sustainability, Allie shares her insights on the critical role of policy, operations, and business development i

Ep 41: The Rise of Renewables in the EU and the Business-Model Innovation It Can Unlock - Our Talk with Energy Analyst Beatrice Petrovich

Jun 11 2024 42 mins  
How is the energy landscape evolving, and what can we expect in the future? In this episode, we sit down with Beatrice Petrovich, Senior Energy and Climate Analyst at Ember, to explore these pressing questions. With over a decade of experience in the energy sector, Beatrice offers insights into the rise of renewables in the EU, the latest energy mix, and the management of the utili

Ep 40: How Companies Can Set a Winning Energy Transition Strategy - Insights from Julia Hamm

Jun 04 2024 46 mins  
Julia Hamm, Partner at The Ad Hoc Group and former CEO of the Smart Electric Power Alliance, joins the show today to share insights from her extensive career and her passion for connecting people in the energy sector. In this episode, Julia discusses the challenges utilities face in a growing market, the importance of affordable energy and investment in the system, and how business

Ep 39: Beyond the Grid: Unlocking Energy Autonomy for Enterprises

May 28 2024 54 mins  
Are you prepared for the evolving landscape of the electricity sector? John Cooper, an energy entrepreneur and recognized innovator in the electricity sector, joins the show to discuss the shifting dynamics of the grid and utilities. With his extensive experience in integrating decarbonization, resilience, energy self-sufficiency, transportation, building electrification and data/d

Ep 38: The Potential of Corporate Rooftop Solar, Batteries for Resilience and Scaling Clean Energy: Our Talk with Jigar Shah and Arpita Bhattacharyya

May 21 2024 58 mins  
Today we are joined by two guests from the Loan Programs Office (LPO): Arpita Bhattacharyya, Senior Advisor and Chief Climate Officer, and Jigar Shah, Director. They discuss how the LPO helps businesses overcome barriers to accelerate energy opportunities and share a bit about the financing of the Lithium Americas Corp processing plant in Nevada. You'll also hear about their early

Ep 37: Onsite Energy Is Possible at Scale: How to Make It Happen with VECKTA

May 14 2024 23 mins  
Our season 2 premiere addresses the recurring question: What does VECKTA do? Join us as we share the background of our company and demystify the concept of onsite energy systems. Discover how onsite energy transforms businesses into prosumers, enhancing grid reliability and generating revenue. We explore the critical need for data-driven decision-making in energy management and how

Ep 36: Season 1 Recap: Main Lessons From 35 Energy Experts

Apr 16 2024 33 mins  
As Season 1 draws to a close, we reflect on the lessons learned from our journey through the previous 35 episodes. One crucial lesson stands out throughout the uncertainty: the power of community and shared experiences. Our podcast venture has highlighted the importance of taking action, learning from others, and embracing the dynamic nature of progress. This sentiment echoes into

Ep 35: Green Hydrogen for Big Industry - How Viable Is It?

Apr 09 2024 30 mins  
In a world where the urgency for sustainable energy solutions grows by the day, Ned Baxter, VP of Green Hydrogen at Worley, brings a fresh perspective to the table. With an unwavering commitment to maximizing impact and embracing innovation, Ned shares his thoughts on the transformative potential of green hydrogen. Join us as he shares his vision for delivering productized solution

Ep 34: The Real Reasons EV Adoption Isn't Higher - Interview with Engineer and Entrepreneur Cory Hewett

Apr 02 2024 46 mins  
Today we are discussing electric vehicles and broader electrification initiatives with Cory Hewett, Director of Electrification at Stealth Mode. As passionate as he is about emerging technologies, Cory sheds light on the critical intersection between community, technology, and sustainability. Surprisingly, the challenges surrounding EVs aren't solely engineering-related but are hea

Ep 33: How Launch Alaska Is Taking Action to Transform the Power Supply for Local Communities

Mar 26 2024 46 mins  
Today we’re joined by Isaac Vanderburg, President & CEO, and Matt Nejati, Principal – Deployment, of Launch Alaska, a nonprofit dedicated to accelerating climate tech deployment. In this episode, they will be discussing the EnergyShed project, Launch Alaska’s mission, inspired origins, and the transformative Tech Deployment Track Program (TDT). Explore the power of commun