Discover the transformative potential of wireless EV charging in this insightful episode of the Insider’s Guide to Energy. Join hosts Chris Sass and Niall Riddell as they delve into the future of electric vehicle infrastructure with Charlie Levine from Electreon. Explore the fundamentals of wireless charging technology, from inductive coupling to dynamic charging solutions, and learn how this innovative approach is set to revolutionize EV fleets, public transit, and personal vehicles. This episo...
Dec 23, 2024•34 min•Season 1Ep. 37
In this episode of the Insider’s Guide to Energy , host Chris Sass sits down with Debrup Das, Head of North American Renewables for Hitachi Energy, to explore the future of renewable energy and grid innovation . The conversation dives into how utility-scale solar plants, energy storage systems, and grid modernization can address the growing demand for electricity as society transitions to electrification. Debrup highlights the economic advantages of solar energy, the rise of hybrid energy hubs, ...
Dec 16, 2024•36 min•Season 4Ep. 203
Join us in this compelling episode of the Insider’s Guide to Energy EV Series as we sit down with Giorgio Delpiano , former Senior Vice President of Business Mobility at Shell, to discuss the electrification of fleets and the transformative power of EV infrastructure. From battery swapping for trucks to lamppost charging innovations, Giorgio shares insights from his global perspective, providing a deep dive into the strategies, challenges, and opportunities shaping the EV landscape. Discover how...
Nov 27, 2024•35 min•Season 1Ep. 36
In this episode of Insider’s Guide to Energy , we sit down with Amy Heart, Senior Vice President of Policy at Sunrun, the nation’s leading provider of home solar and battery solutions. Amy shares insights on the transformative role of distributed energy resources in reshaping our power grid. She discusses the critical importance of pairing solar energy with battery storage to enhance grid resilience and meet the growing demand for clean, reliable electricity. Whether you're curious about the ris...
Nov 18, 2024•36 min•Season 5Ep. 201
In this episode of the Insiders Guide to Energy podcast, hosts Chris Sass and Jeff McAulay welcome Joe Mastrangelo, CEO of EOS Energy Storage , to discuss the transformative potential of long-duration energy storage solutions. Focusing on EOS’s innovative zinc-based battery technology, Joe explains the advantages of a non-lithium battery system for applications that demand flexibility, scalability, and safety. He highlights how this eco-friendly, fire-resistant technology offers a promising alte...
Nov 11, 2024•34 min•Season 4Ep. 200
Explore the latest insights in clean energy investment and policy with industry leader Mona Dajani . In this engaging podcast episode, Mona joins host Chris Sass to discuss pivotal topics in renewable energy, from market growth and the impact of global interest rate changes to ExxonMobil’s recent lithium discovery and its potential to reshape the electric vehicle landscape. Gain a deep understanding of the driving forces behind renewable energy deals and what the future holds for the clean energ...
Nov 03, 2024•41 min•Season 4Ep. 199
InRange Energy, led by CEO John Mushriqui, is pioneering a solution to a pervasive problem in the energy sector : the massive underutilization of warehouse rooftops. Currently, rooftops around the world, particularly in commercial warehouses, are mostly unused. With data centers increasingly demanding clean energy, Mushriqui and his team at InRange see a unique opportunity to meet this need by converting these rooftops into distributed solar farms. Their model enables commercial rooftops to serv...
Oct 28, 2024•31 min•Season 4Ep. 198
In this episode of the "Insider's Guide to Energy" EV Series, hosts Chris Sass and Niall Riddell engage in a deep conversation with Josh Green, CEO of Inspiration Mobility Group. Green shares his insights on fleet electrification, emphasizing that the slow adoption of electric vehicles by commercial fleets is not due to a lack of charging infrastructure, but rather misconceptions about it. He explains how Inspiration Mobility is making fleet electrification simple by providing integrated fleet m...
Oct 23, 2024•34 min•Season 1Ep. 35
This episode of the Insider’s Guide to Energy podcast delves into the transformative role of artificial intelligence (AI) in the energy sector. Hosts Chris Sass and Jeff McAulay are joined by Ray Rasmussen, Managing Partner at rGen Consulting, to explore how AI is revolutionizing energy companies, from streamlining operations to enhancing decision-making. Rasmussen shares his insights on how businesses can effectively harness AI, focusing on its ability to provide actionable intelligence and imp...
Oct 21, 2024•27 min•Season 4Ep. 197
In this episode of the Insiders Guide to Energy podcast, Scott Mercer, CEO of Focused Energy Inc. , provides a comprehensive overview of the future of fusion energy and its potential to revolutionize global power generation. With the rising demand for energy driven by technologies like AI, Mercer explains how fusion could decouple energy production from resource consumption, offering a cleaner, more efficient solution. He delves into the technological innovations behind laser fusion, which mimic...
Oct 14, 2024•42 min•Season 4Ep. 196
Discover how generative AI is transforming the energy industry in this insightful episode of the Insider's Guide to Energy podcast. Hosts Chris Sass and Jeff McAulay sit down with Akash Sharma, Director of Product Innovation & Management at Enverus, to explore the impact of AI on energy data processing, decision-making, and operational efficiency. From accelerating analysis to improving business intelligence, learn how AI is driving innovation in oil, gas, and renewable energy sectors. Sharm...
Oct 07, 2024•39 min•Season 4Ep. 195
Follow our EV channel: https://igteev.buzzsprout.com/ In this episode of Insider’s Guide to Energy EV , hosts Chris Sass and Niall Riddell dive into the world of electric vehicle leasing with special guests Nathan Wyeth and Chris George from Octopus Energy’s US team. They explore Octopus Energy’s innovative EV leasing program, which offers drivers in Texas the unique benefit of free home charging for the duration of their lease. By bundling electric vehicle leases with clean energy plans, Octopu...
Oct 02, 2024•32 min•Season 1Ep. 34
In this episode of theInsider's Guide to Energy Podcast , host Chris Sass interviews Tabitha Stine from Nucor Corporation, the largest steel producer in the U.S. and a leader in steel recycling. Tabitha discusses Nucor's innovative approach to reducing carbon emissions by using electric arc furnaces and their position as one of the largest utility customers in the states where they operate. She emphasizes the importance of transitioning to cleaner energy sources like nuclear and fusion power to ...
Sep 30, 2024•31 min•Season 4Ep. 194
In this episode of the Insider’s Guide to Energy , host Chris Sass sits down with Thomas Byrne, CEO of Clean Capital, to discuss the critical role corporates play in driving the clean energy transition. Byrne emphasizes the urgent need for companies to step up their investments in renewable energy to meet rising power demands, driven by data centers and AI growth. He explains how clean energy leaders can accelerate the transition by engaging in tax equity markets and leveraging their financial p...
Sep 23, 2024•39 min•Season 4Ep. 193
Follow our EV Channel: https://igteev.buzzsprout.com/ TELO Trucks is transforming the electric truck landscape by introducing a compact, urban-friendly solution that challenges the trend of oversized vehicles. In a market dominated by large electric pickups, Telo offers a mini truck that maintains the full capabilities of a mid-sized truck but within the footprint of a two-door Mini Cooper. This innovative design caters to both commercial and recreational users in densely populated urban areas, ...
Sep 18, 2024•39 min•Season 1Ep. 33
In this episode of the Insiders Guide to Energy podcast, hosts Chris Sass and Jeff McAulay explore the role of reciprocating engines in the global energy transition. Jon Rodriguez, Energy Business Director at Wärtsilä North America, shares valuable insights into how these large-scale engines are being used to support the shift from traditional base-load power to renewable energy sources. As renewables like solar and wind continue to grow, the need for flexible, dispatchable technologies that can...
Sep 16, 2024•27 min•Season 4Ep. 192
Discover how Siemens is driving the future of energy grids in this insightful conversation with Sabine Erlinghagen, CEO of Siemens Grid Software. In this episode of the "Insider’s Guide to Energy" podcast, Sabine shares how Siemens is using advanced software solutions to address grid capacity challenges, streamline interconnections, and ensure a smooth energy transition. Leveraging AI and data-driven insights, Siemens is revolutionizing how utilities plan, operate, and manage distributed energy ...
Sep 09, 2024•33 min•Season 4Ep. 191
Follow our EV channel: https://igteev.buzzsprout.com/ In this episode of the Insider's Guide to Energy EV Series , host Chris Sass, co-host Niall Riddell, and guest Daniel Hilson, CEO and Founder of EVenergi and BetterFleet, dive into the complexities of transitioning large fleets to electric vehicles (EVs). Daniel shares his insights on planning, optimization, and the management tools necessary for successful decarbonization in sectors like transit, logistics, and school bus fleets. They discus...
Sep 04, 2024•39 min•Season 1Ep. 32
In this episode of the Insider's Guide to Energy Podcast , we dive deep into how NVIDIA is revolutionizing the energy sector through the power of AI and accelerated computing. Discover how NVIDIA's cutting-edge technology is being integrated into smart grids, enabling more efficient and reliable energy distribution. The conversation covers the company's collaboration with energy and utility companies, offering insights into how AI is optimizing legacy infrastructures and paving the way for a sma...
Sep 02, 2024•32 min•Season 4Ep. 190
In this episode of the Insider's Guide to Energy , host Chris Sass and co-host Jeff McAulay dive deep into the transformative potential of Virtual Power Plants (VPPs) with guest Michael Levy, US Networks Lead at Baringa. Virtual Power Plants, an aggregation of distributed energy resources like rooftop solar, electric vehicles, and smart appliances, are set to revolutionize the energy landscape, potentially growing into a $70 billion market by 2030. Michael Levy discusses the intricacies of how t...
Aug 26, 2024•32 min•Season 4Ep. 189
Follow our EV Channel: https://igteev.buzzsprout.com/ In this episode of the Insider's Guide to Energy EV series , hosts Chris Sass and Niall Riddell dive deep into the future of urban electric vehicle (EV) charging with Nathan King, co-founder and CEO of itselectric. Nathan shares insights on how itselectric is tackling the unique challenges of providing scalable EV charging solutions in dense urban environments. By focusing on curbside charging infrastructure, itselectric aims to make EV charg...
Aug 21, 2024•33 min•Season 1Ep. 31
In this episode of the Insider's Guide to Energy Podcast , we dive deep into the world of green finance with Andrew Kessler, President of the NY Green Bank. As the largest and one of the oldest green banks in the United States, the NY Green Bank has played a pivotal role in advancing clean energy initiatives across the state. Andrew shares insights on how the bank has effectively utilized its $1 billion capital to fund over $7 billion worth of sustainable infrastructure projects, while maintaini...
Aug 19, 2024•38 min•Season 4Ep. 188
In this episode of the Insider's Guide to Energy , we sit down with John Skrinar, partner at Cresta, to discuss the critical role of renewable fuels in the energy transition. As the world shifts towards sustainable energy, John shares his expertise on the investment strategies that are driving the adoption of low-carbon fuels like renewable diesel and sustainable aviation fuel. Discover how Cresta is leveraging infrastructure and innovation to support a cleaner, greener future. We delve into the...
Aug 11, 2024•37 min•Season 4Ep. 187
In this enlightening episode of "Insiders Guide to Energy", host Chris Sass sits down with energy expert Peter Kelly-Detwiler to discuss the unprecedented challenges and transformative opportunities facing our power grid today. With over 30 years of experience in the electricity sector, Peter shares his insights into how decarbonization, digital technologies, and the evolving role of consumers are reshaping the landscape. From the integration of renewables to the advent of AI and electric vehicl...
Aug 05, 2024•38 min•Season 4Ep. 186
In this episode of Insider’s Guide to Energy , hosts Chris Sass and Niall Riddell delve into the intricate dynamics of the global battery and electric vehicle (EV) market with Steve LeVine, editor of The Electric. LeVine brings his vast expertise to the table, discussing the significant role China plays in dominating the battery supply chain and EV production. He explains how the US and Europe need to learn from China's advancements in battery manufacturing and technology to stay competitive in ...
Jul 29, 2024•35 min•Season 4Ep. 185
Welcome to another insightful episode of the Insider’s Guide to Energy , where hosts Chris Sass and Jeff McAulay delve into the increasingly relevant topic of home electrification. This episode features a conversation with Curtis Bonn, head of utility partnerships at SPAN, who sheds light on the transformative SPAN smart panel. Curtis explains how the SPAN smart panel simplifies the electrification process for homeowners, offering a solution that manages electrical loads efficiently and potentia...
Jul 21, 2024•33 min•Season 4Ep. 184
VISIT OUR EV CHANNEL: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2289581/15421673 In this episode of the Insider's Guide to Energy EV series , we delve deep into the electrification and hydrogen revolution within the heavy-duty vehicle sector. Hosted by Chris Sass and Niall Riddell, this episode features insightful discussions with James Venables, Head of Future Sustainability for Daimler Truck UK, and Ibrahim Kraria, an expert in sustainability strategies. The conversation kicks off with an exploration of the ...
Jul 17, 2024•39 min•Season 1Ep. 30
In this episode of Insider's Guide to Energy , host Chris Sass is joined by Steve Milward, CEO of 8 Rivers, a pioneering climate technology company. Steve delves into the groundbreaking innovations in CO2 capture and utilization, highlighting the company's commitment to developing sustainable and commercially viable solutions. With over 16 years of technology development and more than 600 patents, 8 Rivers is transforming the energy sector with its unique approach to using CO2 as a working fluid...
Jul 15, 2024•34 min•Season 4Ep. 183
In this transformative episode of "The Insiders' Guide to Energy," we sit down with Michael Stivala, President & CEO of Suburban Propane, a company deeply rooted in the energy sector since 1928. Known for its pioneering approach to home delivery of propane, Suburban Propane has evolved to become one of the largest propane distributors in the United States. Michael discusses the legacy of this remarkable 95-year-old company and its strategic pivot towards a sustainable future. Under Michael's...
Jul 08, 2024•31 min•Season 4Ep. 182
Join us on this groundbreaking episode of "The Insiders' Guide to Energy," where we delve into the cutting-edge world of nuclear fusion energy with two remarkable guests. David Cohen-Tanugi, a Venture Builder for Clean Energy at MIT, and Richard Pearson, Chief Innovator and UK Director at Kyoto Fusioneering, come together to discuss the transformative potential and current advancements in fusion technology. David, from MIT’s Proto Ventures sheds light on how fusion energy, long considered a scie...
Jul 01, 2024•42 min•Season 4Ep. 181
