Peter Perri III

The energy transition demands more batteries, but there’s a downside. Battery materials are in short supply and extraction technologies are often environmentally degrading. What if there was a more sustainable option? Serhii Kaminskyi might have the solution. As the founder and CEO of SorbiForce, Serhii is working on clean battery technology that is changing how we think about energy storage.

Mark Cyffka, the co-founder and COO of AirMyne, is solving one of today’s most pressing issues: carbon emissions. At AirMyne, Mark is pushing affordable and scalable direct air capture (DAC) technology to combat climate change. In this episode, Mark shares his insights into the DAC industry and highlights some key barriers to widespread adoption.

Mauricio “Mo” Vargas, President and CEO of BayoTech, has witnessed and contributed to significant advancements in hydrogen over the years. In this episode, Vargas touches on the factors driving hydrogen growth and the key role it plays in the clean energy transition.

Pavle Jeremić is the CEO of Aether, a company at the forefront of nanoscale chemistry and protein engineering. Under his leadership, Aether is redefining material synthesis and resource extraction by leveraging artificial intelligence and robotics.

Our latest Energy Superhero is Yazan Harasis, a significant figure in the energy sector and a Forbes 30 Under 30 awardee. Harasis is the co-founder of Power Edison, where he has been instrumental in advancing cutting-edge energy storage technologies. In this episode, Yazan shares his insights on the future of energy storage and battery technology.

Sean Strawbridge, Co-Founding Partner at Voyager Energy Partners and former CEO of the Port of Corpus Christi, boasts a long career navigating some of the hardest challenges of the energy sector. An investor and strategic advisor for many energy-related projects, he is extremely knowledgeable on the nexus of geopolitics and energy. In this episode, Sean covers a wide range of topics concerning energy exports, the energy transition, and global energy dynamics.

In this episode of Energy Superheroes, we discuss the future of nuclear power with Elizabeth Muller, co-founder and CEO of Deep Isolation. Her Berkely, CA-based startup specializes in a unique issue: nuclear waste disposal. Driven by a passion for climate change, Elizabeth unexpectedly found herself in the nuclear sector and has since been driving innovation when it comes to waste challenges.

Richard Zhang, the Head of Digital at Electric Hydrogen, is taking a unique approach to hydrogen integration. By combining digital technologies with hydrogen infrastructure, Richard has helped to redefine efficiency for the industry. From co-founding LIFTE H2 to taking on his current role at Electric Hydrogen, Richard has shown a strong commitment to advancing sustainable energy solutions.

Hydrogen is expected to play a huge role in the energy transition, accounting for up to 25% of global decarbonization efforts. But today, many hydrogen solutions are expensive, inefficient, and unsafe. Hydro X CEO Assaf Sayada is hoping to fix that. His company is taking on the hydrogen industry with a technology that tackles key storage and transportation challenges.

Cameron Halliday, Co-founder and CEO of Mantel, is leading the fight against climate change with his company’s innovative approach to carbon capture. Mantel’s first-of-its-kind molten salt carbon capture technology has the potential to transform industrial emissions reductions. By addressing efficiency, cost, scalability, and integration challenges head-on, Mantel could jumpstart the global transition towards a low-carbon future.

Alison Wise, Founder and Principal of Wise Strategies, shares her rich background in environmental advocacy and her unique insights into sustainable energy. Her consulting firm provides solutions for technology and systems innovation, market analysis, project management, and communication throughout the cleantech sector.

In this episode of Energy Superheroes, I sat down with Jeff VanVoorhis, Vice President of EPC Project Development at Mead & Hunt. Jeff brings a wealth of experience in engineering, procurement, and construction (EPC) services, with a heavy focus on decarbonization solutions. Mead & Hunt works closely with their customers to implement many of the advanced technologies that we often only hear about as future opportunities. It’s clear that global decarbonization is accelerating, as more and more… Show more

In this episode of Energy Superheroes, I sat down with Jeff VanVoorhis, Vice President of EPC Project Development at Mead & Hunt. Jeff brings a wealth of experience in engineering, procurement, and construction (EPC) services, with a heavy focus on decarbonization solutions. Mead & Hunt works closely with their customers to implement many of the advanced technologies that we often only hear about as future opportunities. It’s clear that global decarbonization is accelerating, as more and more companies are executing real projects on the path to net zero. Show less

Our latest Energy Superhero, Lauren Flanagan, is a lifetime entrepreneur, angel investor, and now Co-founder and CEO of energy startup Sesame Solar. Her company is decarbonizing disaster response and off-grid power with 100% renewable mobile nanogrids. With a focus on replacing fossil fuel generators with eco-friendly alternatives, Sesame Solar is part of a global movement towards a low carbon future.

Gene Gebolys, President and CEO of World Energy, is considered a global leader when it comes to next generation fuels. His early passion for science and policy catalyzed a remarkable career dedicated to advancing fossil fuel alternatives. For over 25 years, his work at World Energy has driven leading breakthroughs in renewable fuels and helped expand use across the North American continent.

As the population continues to climb, we are creating more waste than ever. What if we could convert that waste into something more useful? Energy Superhero Jean-Louis Kindler, CEO of Ways2H, has a solution – hydrogen fuel. His company uses an innovative approach to convert waste into carbon-negative, renewable hydrogen for mobility and power generation.

How can we better encourage individuals to take environmental action? Energy Superhero Jose Pere, CEO and co-founder of NIU Planet, might have the solution. Jose, hailing from a nature-rich upbringing in Ecuador, has channeled his environmental passion into creating an app that makes conservation efforts both engaging and rewarding.

Manuela Zoninsein is set on transforming the beverage industry, all while reducing environmental impact and supporting frontline workers. As the CEO and founder of Kadeya, she is helping crack down on single use plastics through innovative beverage vending stations.

Our latest Energy Superhero is Mark Schnepel, CEO and Co-Founder of Heat Recovery Innovations (HRI). With over two decades of experience, HRI specializes in high-temperature heat exchangers for a wide range of applications, pushing the boundaries of efficiency in energy systems.

Nick Molden, founder and CEO of Emissions Analytics, is promoting public awareness around the issue of automotive emissions. An Honorary Research Fellow at Imperial College London, he is recognized for his expertise in vehicle emissions testing and has significantly contributed to the understanding of real-world emissions data.

Nikita Baliarsingh, Co-Founder of Nexus Power, wants to revolutionize the energy sector — by turning waste into energy. Nexus Power converts agricultural waste into fully biodegradable batteries, both reducing pollution and promoting the circular economy. These fast charging batteries take only 10 minutes to charge and can power up to 450 km in electric vehicle travel.

What place does renewable natural gas (RNG) have in the energy transition? Our latest Energy Superhero, Johannes Escudero, is the CEO and Founder of the Coalition for Renewable Natural Gas. The non-profit advocates for the sustainable development and deployment of Renewable Natural Gas as a critical clean energy technology.

Our latest Energy Superhero, Katharina Loden, is a seasoned business consultant with extensive experience in climate impact technologies. She is deeply invested in the advancement of heat pump technology as a means to enhance energy savings and curb greenhouse gas emissions. Her most recent venture, UpHeat, helps individuals navigate the technical details of heat pump systems and choose the right setup for their needs.

Troy Helming, the CEO and Founder of EarthGrid, has a long history of success when it comes to clean energy ventures. A two-time unicorn founder, he headed two of the most successful renewable energy companies in the U.S.: wind developer Tradewind Energy and Pristine Sun, a leading developer of community utility-scale solar farms. Now, Troy is working on his latest endeavor – plasma-wielding, tunnel-boring robots.

William “Bull” Flaherty, a pioneer in battery storage and the founder of Eligius Power, brings a rich background in trading to the forefront of energy innovation. His journey from trading to sustainable energy solutions offers a unique perspective on the energy industry’s evolution.

Mehdy Touil, widely recognized as “the LNG guy” on LinkedIn, is considered an expert in the liquefaction industry. With a strong foundation in chemical engineering and experience at LNG facilities around the globe, he has since become a global leader in the sector.

Our latest Energy Superhero, Mona Dajani, joins Energy Superheroes to discuss the technologies and policies that will shape our sustainable future. A recognized expert in energy, she is the Global Head of Renewables, Hydrogen & Ammonia and Global Co-head of Energy & Infrastructure at law firm Shearman and Sterling. She also sits on the Board of Directors for the American Council on Renewable Energy (ACORE). With knowledge in many energy technologies and strategic startup growth, Mona provides… Show more

Our latest Energy Superhero, Mona Dajani, joins Energy Superheroes to discuss the technologies and policies that will shape our sustainable future. A recognized expert in energy, she is the Global Head of Renewables, Hydrogen & Ammonia and Global Co-head of Energy & Infrastructure at law firm Shearman and Sterling. She also sits on the Board of Directors for the American Council on Renewable Energy (ACORE). With knowledge in many energy technologies and strategic startup growth, Mona provides deep insight into the energy industry’s evolving landscape. Show less

Hydrogen continues to be a promising player in the energy transition. Our latest Energy Superhero is hydrogen-champion James Kast, Director of Hydrogen Business Development at Iwatani. Founded over 100 years ago in Japan, Iwatani has an extensive background in the industrial gas industry. They are at the forefront of the hydrogen economy, laying foundational work in developing fuel cell stacks for vehicles.

Mining has a problem – it’s perceived as big, dirty, and expensive. But we need mining for critical energy transition minerals (think metals like copper and nickel). What if there were a more sustainable alternative? Liz Lappin, CEO of Common Good Mining, sheds light on her company’s groundbreaking modular mining technique, set to redefine traditional methods in the mining industry.

Andrew Eil, the Head of Climate Risk at TCS North America, considers himself a futurist – one deeply involved in understanding our shared future amidst the climate crisis. With contributions to publications like the Observer and Illuminem, Andrew brings a great understanding of climate risk to the table. His recent work on the World Economic Forum’s Annual Survey has provided key insights into the future state of our planet under the pressure of climatic changes, a future that will necessitate… Show more

Andrew Eil, the Head of Climate Risk at TCS North America, considers himself a futurist – one deeply involved in understanding our shared future amidst the climate crisis. With contributions to publications like the Observer and Illuminem, Andrew brings a great understanding of climate risk to the table. His recent work on the World Economic Forum’s Annual Survey has provided key insights into the future state of our planet under the pressure of climatic changes, a future that will necessitate cooperation between governments, businesses, and individuals alike. Show less

Joshua Olaiya, a 20-year-old robotics prodigy from Nigeria, is hoping to spark a robotics revolution – one that could potentially be the key to fighting climate change. The young tech visionary recently went viral for his “hand gesture robot” – developed when he was only 17. His inspiring story provides hope and motivation for many aspiring STEM professionals, especially from underrepresented communities.

As one of the most rapidly growing nations on Earth, India and its energy development plays a huge role in the larger climate conversation. Just ask Kaushik Deb, a senior research scholar at Columbia University’s Center on Global Energy Policy. With a particular focus on India and OPEC and powerful insights gained from experience at BP, Kaushik’s opinion holds weight when it comes to the future of energy.

We’ve heard of fuel cells, and we know about electrolyzers, but what about a technology that can do both? That’s where Paul Matter’s company comes in. As the Co-Founder and Technical Lead at Power to Hydrogen, Paul is helping to pioneer some truly revolutionary hydrogen technology: reversible fuel cells.

Meet Philippe Birker, co-founder of Climate Farmers, an organization that champions regenerative agriculture across Europe. Philippe has devoted his career to promoting agricultural practices that not only sustain but actively restore the health of our planet.

In the latest episode of Energy Superheroes, we sit down with James Thomas, founder and CEO of Jet Connectivity. Unlike many ventures in the energy transition space that are banking on future profitability, James’ innovative project is already turning a profit. Jet Connectivity is trailblazing a path in the energy transition by providing floating communications for offshore wind farms.

Kevin O’Donovan is a technology evangelist, working to bridge the gap between fiction and reality when it comes to the latest energy transition tech. With past experience at heavy hitters like Compaq, HP, and Intel, he has long been focused on how we can change the world through up-and-coming innovations. As a Fractional Executive at OneTwenty 1, he now helps companies navigate the fast-paced world of new technology. Kevin’s expertise lies at the intersection of energy and digitization, making… Show more

Kevin O’Donovan is a technology evangelist, working to bridge the gap between fiction and reality when it comes to the latest energy transition tech. With past experience at heavy hitters like Compaq, HP, and Intel, he has long been focused on how we can change the world through up-and-coming innovations. As a Fractional Executive at OneTwenty 1, he now helps companies navigate the fast-paced world of new technology. Kevin’s expertise lies at the intersection of energy and digitization, making him the ideal person to discuss the role of digital twins in the energy industry. Show less

As the CEO of Climate Solutions, Simon Puleston Jones combines his background in finance with his passion for sustainability to drive meaningful change in the energy sector. His sharp insights and unique perspectives, honed throughout his career as a financial services business leader, lobbyist, regulatory expert and lawyer, are invaluable to anyone keen on understanding the emerging realm of carbon markets.

Our latest Energy Superhero, Alice Schmidt, joins host Peter Perri to shed light on her comprehensive approach to sustainability. As a renowned speaker and consultant in the sustainability space, Alice brings to the table her unique perspective on the intersection of people, planet, and profit. She is the author of acclaimed book “The Sustainability Puzzle”, in which she unpacks her six essential “puzzle pieces” for sustainability: climate action, circular economy, technology, responsible… Show more

Our latest Energy Superhero, Alice Schmidt, joins host Peter Perri to shed light on her comprehensive approach to sustainability. As a renowned speaker and consultant in the sustainability space, Alice brings to the table her unique perspective on the intersection of people, planet, and profit. She is the author of acclaimed book “The Sustainability Puzzle”, in which she unpacks her six essential “puzzle pieces” for sustainability: climate action, circular economy, technology, responsible consumption, sustainable business, and social justice. Show less

Without the mining industry, the energy transition would be impossible. Just ask Alp Bora, mining expert and TedX speaker. As he puts it, we cannot solve climate change without mining. With a wealth of knowledge on mining and sustainability, Alp has authored the book “Mining is the Future,” highlighting how the industry is inseparable from global electrification efforts.

As the CEO (and occasional presenter) on top Youtube channel Fully Charged, Dan Caesar knows what’s what in the world of electrification. He boasts over 20 years of experience in the clean energy space, covering everything from electric vehicles, to solar, to batteries, and beyond. With a strong history as an expert communicator, he has helped grow Fully Charged into the world’s number one show on electric vehicles and clean energy.

To really effect change when it comes to climate, we need to start putting our money where our mouth is. Our latest guest, James Vaccaro, is doing just that as the Executive Director of Climate Safe Lending Network. The organization works to align bank lending with climate friendly solutions, bringing together important voices from banking, academia, government, and beyond.

Karim Megherbi is the founder and CEO of Orisun Invest, a firm that assists in the realization and financing of energy transition projects globally. Boasting 17 years of experience in project development and finance, Karim is particularly adept at navigating the renewable energy sector within emerging markets. At Orisun Invest, he helps projects overcome obstacles like regulatory ambiguities, financing gaps, and technical complications. His firm offers comprehensive services including financial… Show more

Karim Megherbi is the founder and CEO of Orisun Invest, a firm that assists in the realization and financing of energy transition projects globally. Boasting 17 years of experience in project development and finance, Karim is particularly adept at navigating the renewable energy sector within emerging markets. At Orisun Invest, he helps projects overcome obstacles like regulatory ambiguities, financing gaps, and technical complications. His firm offers comprehensive services including financial structuring, due diligence, risk management, and project management, ensuring that projects are executed efficiently and within budget. Show less

“Ecoprenuer” Manoj Kumar is moving the needle on the energy transition in his home country of India and beyond. As the founder and CEO of Net Zero Think, Manoj provides businesses with disruptive climate solutions to push them down the path of decarbonization. The company is focused on some of today’s hardest to abate sectors, including things like cement, steel, coal, and power plants.

Our latest Energy Superhero, Rijo Abraham, is bringing big changes throughout the UAE, one of the world’s most rapidly advancing regions in terms of sustainability. An expert in decarbonization and energy efficiency, Rijo is a powerful voice in the realm of sustainable development. With an impressive background in engineering and a Master’s degree in Sustainable Energy Futures from Imperial College London, Rijo has made significant contributions to sustainability initiatives across the UAE.

We’re all trying to reach net zero, but how exactly are we validating that process? Andrew Griffiths might have the answer. As the Director of Policy and Partnerships at Planet Mark, Andrew helps companies with carbon verification and certifies businesses on their net zero journey. He is also the Chair of the National Sustainability Task Force at the Institute of Directors and a TEDx speaker, bringing a wealth of knowledge on sustainable business and policy.

Johanna Godinez just might have cracked the code on success. As the Founder of B.A.Y. Lifestyle, she helps people uncover their true potential and break down barriers in both their personal and professional lives. Her proprietary Evolutionary Life Mapping Method is applauded for helping clients understand their path to fulfillment and set the right goals to get them there.

Could storytelling be the key to tackling the climate crisis? Mimi Kalinda thinks so. Based in Johannesburg, South Africa, Mimi is the Founder and Chief Narrative Shaper of her company Storytelling and Leadership. She helps today’s leaders define their story in today’s ever-digitized world.

Our latest Energy Superhero is an expert when it comes to sustainable transport energy solutions. As the Founder and CEO of Transport Energy Strategies, Tammy Klein is helping drive innovation around next generation fuels that are integral to the energy transition. She helps her clients understand the ins and outs of policy, market, and technology concerns surrounding low (or no!) carbon fuels.

Chris DeArmitt has a lot to say about plastic, but probably not the story you’ve heard before. As one of the world’s leading independent experts on plastics and the environment, Chris offers a little-heard perspective on the material’s effect on our planet. As the President of Phantom Plastics, he offers materials consulting for Fortune 100 companies. An author, award-winning speaker, and class action expert witness, Chris brings an incredible wealth of knowledge on all things plastic.

Alexa St. John is one of today’s top voices in the world of electric vehicles. She has established herself as a major reporter for EV tech and startups. As a top authority on all things EV, she consistently covers breaking stories for this booming industry – from Rivian to Lucid to Tesla and beyond.

Ali Jamal has an impressive track record when it comes to investing. His angel syndicate has deployed over $25 million in capital across 120 deals with more than 4,000 LPs. As the Founding Partner at First Check Ventures, Ali is giving a boost to some of today’s most exciting startups across the globe.

If you want a roadmap for decarbonization, just ask Michael Barnard. As the Founder and Chief Strategist of consulting firm The Future is Electric, Michael helps his clients plan for a cleaner, more sustainable future. As a huge proponent of electric aviation, he also sits on the advisory board of forward-thinking aircraft company FLIMAX.

Miklós Veszprémi is making big things happen in the world of sustainable agriculture. As a Sustainability and M&A Consultant at EY-Parthenon and Project Leader for the Regenerative Agriculture Breadbasket Initiative, he is helping to globally scale regenerative ag.

Miklós Veszprémi is making big things happen in the world of sustainable agriculture. As a Sustainability and M&A Consultant at EY-Parthenon and Project Leader for the Regenerative Agriculture Breadbasket Initiative, he is helping to globally scale regenerative ag.

Raquel Schreiber has spent her career launching some of today’s most challenging climate technologies. With a background in both engineering and business, she has played a pivotal role advising and supporting a number of innovative deep tech startups – from battery development at Tesla to AgTech at Aigen to synthetic biology solutions at C16 Biosciences.

Companies often think that they have to make a choice between doing good for their business or doing good for the environment. Simon Schillebeeckx is hoping to drastically alter that narrative. As the Founder and Chief Strategy Officer at Handprint, he’s helping companies make a positive impact with every business transaction.

This Energy Superhero is making big waves in the world of digital infrastructure. Based in the Greater Dublin metropolitan area, Garry Connolly describes himself as “a stubborn digital optimist, common sense advocate, possibleist and connector of people with challenges to those that have solutions.” As a top podcast host and an expert in digital infrastructure and digitalization, Garry is helping to shape the way we get connected on a global scale.

Julius Rone, fondly called the “Gas King” throughout his circle of peers, is certainly living up to his nickname. As the Group Managing Director and CEO of UTM Offshore, Julius is spearheading one of the largest energy projects to ever hit Nigeria. He recently helped sign a Front End Engineering Design (FEED) contract for the first Floating Liquefied Natural Gas plant in the country.

Raquel Schreiber has spent her career launching some of today’s most challenging climate technologies. With a background in both engineering and business, she has played a pivotal role advising and supporting a number of innovative deep tech startups – from battery development at Tesla to AgTech at Aigen to synthetic biology solutions at C16 Biosciences.

Ron Stein is teaching the world a thing or two about energy literacy. A professional engineer, energy advisor, and national TV commentator, Ron has spent much of his life trying to get more people to truly understand energy – where it comes from, how it works, and what we can expect in the future.

Companies often think that they have to make a choice between doing good for their business or doing good for the environment. Simon Schillebeeckx is hoping to drastically alter that narrative. As the Founder and Chief Strategy Officer at Handprint, he’s helping companies make a positive impact with every business transaction.

Have you ever heard of green hydrogen made from biomass? We hadn’t either until we hosted Christopher Headrick on the podcast. As the founder and chairman of H2 Energy Group, Christopher is working on a new method of green hydrogen production that uses cuttings and fallen biomass from trees. Not only does this prevent decomposing biomass from emitting GHGs into the atmosphere, but it also has the added benefit of eliminating fire hazards by cleaning up forests. The resulting green hydrogen can… Show more

Have you ever heard of green hydrogen made from biomass? We hadn’t either until we hosted Christopher Headrick on the podcast. As the founder and chairman of H2 Energy Group, Christopher is working on a new method of green hydrogen production that uses cuttings and fallen biomass from trees. Not only does this prevent decomposing biomass from emitting GHGs into the atmosphere, but it also has the added benefit of eliminating fire hazards by cleaning up forests. The resulting green hydrogen can be used to power trucks, planes, and more without emitting CO2. A win-win situation for all! Show less

Our latest Energy Superhero Jyotisman Rath is one of India’s Top 200 LinkedIn Creators, using his voice to bring energy sustainability to the masses. Born and raised in eastern India, Jyotisman is a chemical engineering master’s student focused on batteries and energy storage.

Did you know that an estimated 6 billion gallons of water are lost every single day due to leaking pipelines in the U.S.? That adds up to $2.5 trillion spent each year on corroded pipe infrastructure. Luckily, our latest Energy Superhero Doug Jones has just the fix. As the CEO of Global Composite Piping Solutions (GCPS), Doug is working on new ways of manufacturing pipes that are durable, flexible, and lower in maintenance costs.

Fugitive methane is a big problem, accounting for roughly 5% of global greenhouse gas emissions in CO2 equivalent. Bear Givhan, CEO and founder of Earthview, is trying to stop accidental emissions at the source, using hardware-enabled methane detection. Unlike existing methods that involve drones or aircraft surveillance, Earthview’s approach allows for 24/7 monitoring, ensuring that no methane leaks slip through the cracks.

What if you could harness the power of data to scale meaningful business relationships? Manuj Aggarwal, founder and Chief Innovation Officer at TetraNoodle, is using AI to accelerate business growth and provide revenue-boosting solutions. By redefining business in terms of the human experience, TetraNoodle helps companies make meaningful connections with employees and customers alike, getting to the heart of what motivates people to build success.

If you’re trying to grow sales internationally, Zach Selch is your go-to guy. Over 3 decades, he has created over $1 billion in sales across 135 countries – from India to Japan to Ghana and beyond – helping his clients build successful operations and significantly expand their reach. A podcaster, vloger, and author, Zach specializes in global sales mentoring, providing hourly coaching services, assistance with distribution network growth, and fractional sales management for his clients.

Jamie Gull, CEO and cofounder of Talyn, is working hard to make eVTOL a cheaper and more efficient reality. After working together at SpaceX, him and his cofounder Evan Mucasey decided to embark on an aerospace venture of their own – unmanned electric vertical takeoff and landing for cargo transport. Current eVTOL technologies are expensive, requiring large and pricey batteries to enable vertical lift. They also have huge speed and range limitations thanks to added drag from the propeller… Show more

Jamie Gull, CEO and cofounder of Talyn, is working hard to make eVTOL a cheaper and more efficient reality. After working together at SpaceX, him and his cofounder Evan Mucasey decided to embark on an aerospace venture of their own – unmanned electric vertical takeoff and landing for cargo transport. Current eVTOL technologies are expensive, requiring large and pricey batteries to enable vertical lift. They also have huge speed and range limitations thanks to added drag from the propeller design. Talyn’s solution? Forget the props and use staged eVTOL. Show less

We know that plastic is a big problem. Of the billion tons plus we produce annually, only 7-9% actually gets recycled – the rest ends up in our landfills and waterways. What if we could take the plastic littering our planet and turn it into something useful? That’s exactly Lloyd Spencer’s goal. As the Chairman, President and CEO of CarbonMeta Technologies, Lloyd has helped shape the ambitious vision for his company: to up-cycle plastic waste into high value carbon products – like graphite… Show more

We know that plastic is a big problem. Of the billion tons plus we produce annually, only 7-9% actually gets recycled – the rest ends up in our landfills and waterways. What if we could take the plastic littering our planet and turn it into something useful? That’s exactly Lloyd Spencer’s goal. As the Chairman, President and CEO of CarbonMeta Technologies, Lloyd has helped shape the ambitious vision for his company: to up-cycle plastic waste into high value carbon products – like graphite, carbon nanotubes, and graphene – and hydrogen products – like green fuel. Show less

Marc Cortez, CEO and Founder of Liquid8Water, is helping companies meet ambitious water neutrality goals. Using a water-conservation-as-a-service model, the startup has developed a trading marketplace that allows corporations to effortlessly zero out their water footprint. The method is simple: business and home owners are incentivized to save water, and those water savings are then turned into purchasable credits – similar to the carbon trading market.

Brent Lakeman, Director of the Hydrogen Initiative at Edmonton Global, is looking to radically transform his Canadian home into a leader for the hydrogen economy. As the world pushes toward a green energy transition, clean hydrogen fuel offers an incredible alternative for typically hard-to-decarbonize sectors, such as long-haul transport, cement, and steel. By capitalizing on the economic and environmental potential of hydrogen in Edmonton, Brent hopes to attract business investment to his… Show more

Brent Lakeman, Director of the Hydrogen Initiative at Edmonton Global, is looking to radically transform his Canadian home into a leader for the hydrogen economy. As the world pushes toward a green energy transition, clean hydrogen fuel offers an incredible alternative for typically hard-to-decarbonize sectors, such as long-haul transport, cement, and steel. By capitalizing on the economic and environmental potential of hydrogen in Edmonton, Brent hopes to attract business investment to his local area while also buckling down against climate change. Show less

Chris Cannata, Director of Hydrogen at EDF Renewables North America, is helping to drive green hydrogen development across the continent. As one of the world’s largest low carbon utilities, EDF Renewables has been focused on green hydrogen since 2018. This clean alternative is produced through the electrolysis of water using renewable energy sources and has significantly lower carbon emissions than grey hydrogen, which is typically manufactured via steam reforming of natural gas. Based in… Show more

Chris Cannata, Director of Hydrogen at EDF Renewables North America, is helping to drive green hydrogen development across the continent. As one of the world’s largest low carbon utilities, EDF Renewables has been focused on green hydrogen since 2018. This clean alternative is produced through the electrolysis of water using renewable energy sources and has significantly lower carbon emissions than grey hydrogen, which is typically manufactured via steam reforming of natural gas. Based in Wichita, Kansas, Chris provides overall leadership for green hydrogen projects in North America, including budgeting, management activities, and creating high-level business strategies for this budding industry. Show less

John Bucur, founder and CEO of Airbuild, is getting innovative with algae. His startup aims to integrate nature and the built environment by embedding algae farms into everyday structures. Using novel growth and harvesting methods, Airbuild plans to produce algae for use in sustainable materials and biofuels, while sequestering carbon from the atmosphere at the same time.

Ever heard of a nomad futurist? Meet Nabeel Mahmood – an advocate for the freeing power of technology, enabling us to work from anywhere, at any time. A podcast host, philanthropist, keynote speaker, and more, Nabeel believes in the transformational power of technology. He has over 18 years of experience helping large-scale global organizations overhaul their technology core to create massive growth – including as it relates to Cloud, iOT, Mobility, Big Data and beyond.

Sam Arnold, Founder and CEO of CarbonPath, is taking a new approach to carbon credits. The company’s novel carbon offsets trading platform provides incentives for the oil and gas industry to plug and abandon low-producing wells, cutting off the release of fugitive methane. Their unique approach doesn’t just account for emissions as an afterthought – greenhouse gases are stopped at the source from ever entering the atmosphere.

Tom Ward, cofounder and CEO of Epoch, is doing for boats what Tesla has done for cars – go all electric. His startup designs and manufactures electric boats with bidirectional energy capability. Currently pursuing pre-seed funding, the company hopes to dramatically expand electric boat sales to benefit both the environment and the power grid.

Casey Handmer, Founder of Terraform Industries, is simultaneously tackling some of today’s toughest issues – providing the world with clean, reliable energy, while also trying to get atmospheric carbon levels under control. The Caltech alum joins Energy.Media to explain why he left his dream job working on spacecraft for NASA to instead help pull carbon dioxide out of the atmosphere. His startup aims to make carbon capture scalable and profitable by cheaply turning CO2 into natural gas for… Show more

Casey Handmer, Founder of Terraform Industries, is simultaneously tackling some of today’s toughest issues – providing the world with clean, reliable energy, while also trying to get atmospheric carbon levels under control. The Caltech alum joins Energy.Media to explain why he left his dream job working on spacecraft for NASA to instead help pull carbon dioxide out of the atmosphere. His startup aims to make carbon capture scalable and profitable by cheaply turning CO2 into natural gas for energy reuse. Show less

Hari Balasubramanian is shaking things up in the realm of sustainable investment. As Managing Partner at Eco Advisors and Founder of Eco Investors, Hari has helped drive over $4 billion in capital across the sustainability value chain. Getting his start as a marine conservationist working with coastal communities in the tropics, Hari later found himself in the nonprofit sector working for Conservation International. After realizing these philanthropic sectors lack the capital required to… Show more

Hari Balasubramanian is shaking things up in the realm of sustainable investment. As Managing Partner at Eco Advisors and Founder of Eco Investors, Hari has helped drive over $4 billion in capital across the sustainability value chain. Getting his start as a marine conservationist working with coastal communities in the tropics, Hari later found himself in the nonprofit sector working for Conservation International. After realizing these philanthropic sectors lack the capital required to effectively solve problems, he has now transitioned to for profit consulting to create greater positive change. Show less

Paul Goldberg, CEO of Carbon Neutral Ag Sciences, chats with Energy.Media about how his company’s revolutionary hydrogel product plans to change the face of agriculture. By reducing the amount of water and fertilizer needed by farmers, Paul believes that this product will be transformational for global agriculture as the world faces increasing droughts and concerns over food security.

Lincoln Bleveans, the executive director of sustainability and energy management at Stanford University, talks to Energy.Media about the experience of guiding one of the United States’ leading academic and research institutions toward phasing out fossil fuels. Lincoln explains how he came to care passionately about sustainability in the energy sector and discusses the need for a multi-pronged approach to decarbonization.

Simona Rossetti, senior vice president for global operations, controls, and digitalization at Siemens Energy, shares her thoughts with Energy.Media on the three Ds – decarbonization, digitalization, and decentralization. She expresses her excitement about green hydrogen and her company’s search for new partners, and she describes her methods for maintaining the mindset of an energy superhero.

In this episode, Energy.Media provides a forum for two speakers: David Steven Jacoby, CEO of Boston Strategies International, a world leader in energy technology solutions for clean supply chains, and Alok Raj Gupta, the founder of Envecologic, a research, advisory, and capacity building firm working in the areas of energy and sustainability. David and Alok speak about the process of establishing value chains to support the transition to green energy.

Ali Mohammed, the head of NYPA’s Digital Transformation Office, speaks with Energy.Media about working to drive innovation and digitalization at the largest state-level public power utility in the United States. He talks about his career trajectory, how he and his colleagues have been weathering the COVID-19 pandemic, and his experiences growing up in Dubai.

Andreas Thanos, a gas policy specialist at the Massachusetts Department of Public Utilities and advisory council member of the North American Energy Standards Board (NAESB), speaks to Energy.Media about the impact that natural gas is having all over the globe, both in reducing carbon dioxide (CO2) emissions and in propelling the development of new trading, pricing, and regulatory structures. Andreas also discusses some of the steps taken to create competitive gas markets in the United States… Show more

Andreas Thanos, a gas policy specialist at the Massachusetts Department of Public Utilities and advisory council member of the North American Energy Standards Board (NAESB), speaks to Energy.Media about the impact that natural gas is having all over the globe, both in reducing carbon dioxide (CO2) emissions and in propelling the development of new trading, pricing, and regulatory structures. Andreas also discusses some of the steps taken to create competitive gas markets in the United States and talks about his own data-driven approach to policy analysis. Show less

Sharad Agarwal, the senior vice president of EasyMile, has put his background in the transportation industry to good use by opening up new opportunities for autonomous electric vehicles in the public transport sector at airports, and in industrial environments and other settings where large amounts of material goods have to be moved from place to place. In this episode of Energy Superheroes, Sharad speaks to Energy.Media about his vision for the future of autonomous vehicles and his experiences… Show more

Sharad Agarwal, the senior vice president of EasyMile, has put his background in the transportation industry to good use by opening up new opportunities for autonomous electric vehicles in the public transport sector at airports, and in industrial environments and other settings where large amounts of material goods have to be moved from place to place. In this episode of Energy Superheroes, Sharad speaks to Energy.Media about his vision for the future of autonomous vehicles and his experiences working with public- and private-sector investors in the United States and Europe. He also discusses the impact of COVID pandemic on his own family’s life and names one of his role models. Show less

Charles Sunnucks, the former fund manager of the Jupiter Emerging & Frontier Income Trust and the author of The Company Valuation Playbook: Invest with Confidence, speaks with Energy.Media about a wide range of topics, including fund management, investment in emerging markets, and living in China. Charles says he expects China to make a great deal of progress on the energy transition front over the next few decades and talks about some of the policy issues that may have to be sorted out in the… Show more

Charles Sunnucks, the former fund manager of the Jupiter Emerging & Frontier Income Trust and the author of The Company Valuation Playbook: Invest with Confidence, speaks with Energy.Media about a wide range of topics, including fund management, investment in emerging markets, and living in China. Charles says he expects China to make a great deal of progress on the energy transition front over the next few decades and talks about some of the policy issues that may have to be sorted out in the process. Show less

Phil De Luna, Director of the Materials for Clean Fuels Challenge Program within the National Research Council of Canada, sits down with Energy.Media to discuss his broad vision for a decarbonized future. As one of Forbes 30 Under 30 and a Carbon XPRIZE finalist, Phil has wide-ranging experience in the realm of net zero technologies and strategies.

In this episode of Energy Superheroes, we sit down with James Ellsmoor, CEO of Island Innovation. His company connects islands across the globe, allowing isolated communities to share information on how they can develop sustainably. By bringing together people from different backgrounds – but with the same island-based problems – Island Innovation is encouraging sustainability on islands around the world.

Teague Egan, Founder and CEO of EnergyX, is looking to revolutionize how we power the planet – with lithium. His company strives to be a leader in the green energy transition, providing disruptive lithium extraction and processing technologies, as well as more effective energy storage solutions. EnergyX’s approach recovers 90% of available lithium as compared to only 30% from traditional extraction methods. The tech also significantly reduces the industry’s footprint, solving issues of high… Show more

Teague Egan, Founder and CEO of EnergyX, is looking to revolutionize how we power the planet – with lithium. His company strives to be a leader in the green energy transition, providing disruptive lithium extraction and processing technologies, as well as more effective energy storage solutions. EnergyX’s approach recovers 90% of available lithium as compared to only 30% from traditional extraction methods. The tech also significantly reduces the industry’s footprint, solving issues of high carbon emissions and excess water usage in the extraction process. Show less

A self-described Technology Evangelist, Kevin O’Donovan is the go-to guy to for all things technology and energy. As the founder of a boutique technology consulting company, wittily named A Bit of This and That, Kevin helps businesses understand today’s tech landscape. His company provides innovative technology consultation and works to inform executives on the future of energy.

Robert Harms, President of EPC Lens, is harnessing the power AI to bring large capital projects into the digital age. After starting off as a professional musician, Robert soon became fascinated with the industrial systems used to power the planet, what he calls the “engines of the world.” Steering his career toward construction and project management, he has amassed a wealth of knowledge on a wide range of EPC projects – from nuclear plants to petrochemical facilities. Now, he is trying to… Show more

Robert Harms, President of EPC Lens, is harnessing the power AI to bring large capital projects into the digital age. After starting off as a professional musician, Robert soon became fascinated with the industrial systems used to power the planet, what he calls the “engines of the world.” Steering his career toward construction and project management, he has amassed a wealth of knowledge on a wide range of EPC projects – from nuclear plants to petrochemical facilities. Now, he is trying to streamline and improve the management and execution behind these massive ventures. Show less

The Turbophase dry air injection system offers the world's most cost effective new gas generation with the added benefits of efficiency and parts life. Turbophase uses dry air injection to restore power that is normally lost when ambient temperatures rise or at higher altitudes. Turbophase is a separately fueled system composed of a reciprocating engine that is driving a multi-stage inter-cooled centrifugal compressor. The heat from the exhaust of the engine is used to heat up the compressed… Show more

The Turbophase dry air injection system offers the world's most cost effective new gas generation with the added benefits of efficiency and parts life. Turbophase uses dry air injection to restore power that is normally lost when ambient temperatures rise or at higher altitudes. Turbophase is a separately fueled system composed of a reciprocating engine that is driving a multi-stage inter-cooled centrifugal compressor. The heat from the exhaust of the engine is used to heat up the compressed air in a recuperator. The Turbophase air is then injected into the Gas Turbine in one or more of the existing ports. A power plant owner can add a single Turbophase module or several, depending on their needs. The system can boost Combined Cycle plant output by 10% & Simple Cycle plant output by up to 20%. Responding to industry calls for greater power plant flexibility to support renewables, Turbophase was designed to ramp fully in under 60 seconds & go from part-load to full output in 10 seconds. Show less