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Welcome to our special edition of this week’s Follower Friday conference recap coming from the Commodities People, Energy Trading Week Americas last week in Houston. Our guests include: Tim Berrigan, Executive Director/CEO – North American Energy Marketing Association Pat McKinnon, First VP Energy Markets and Digital Distribution – Navitas Assurance Partners Michael Barrett, Partner – Ernst & Young LLP William “Bull” Flaherty, CEO – Eligius Power Sameer Soleja. Founder and CEO – Molecule Software Hear these guests on ERENEWABLE and The Green Insider podcast discuss everything they not only taught but also what they learned from all the subject matter experts presenting at the conference. Thank you to Howard Walpert, Ben Hillary, Jessica Jonah, and the entire Commodites People team for their hospitality.  A special shout out goes to Mark LaCour, from the Oil and Gas Global Network for joining me in the first ever ERENEWABLE podcast lounge. To be an Insider, please subscribe to The Green Insider powered by ERENEWABLE wherever you get your podcasts from and remember to leave us a five-star rating. This podcast is sponsored by Position Green.  To learn more about our sponsor or ask about being a sponsor, contact ERENEWABLE and the Green Insider Podcast. The post Energy Trading Week Americas is a Huge Success appeared first on eRENEWABLE.

Today on episode 208 James Malley founder and CEO of Paccurate joins us once again to catch up on what is going on in the AI packing space.  With transportation being 70% of some company’s scope 3, hear how using artificial intelligence can reduce your carbon footprint. Efficient and cost effective/sustainable packing can make a huge difference. They are the keys to carbon reduction.  Learn all about it in today’s episode of ERENEWABLE and The Green Insider Podcast. More about James Malley James went to theater school and worked as a bellboy before he fell in love with tech. Working in the logistics tech space since 2009, he has helped create a variety of enterprise shipping technology. He spearheaded the design of an award-winning multi-carrier TMS. Since 2015, he’s been evangelizing the use of AI to achieve cost-efficient and environmentally sustainable packing. About Paccurate Materials As a rule of thumb, Paccurate more than pays for itself with saved corrugated, averaging a reduction of one square foot per carton in most cases. Reduce filler material by an average 20%. Error Reduction Whether you have a seasonal workforce or year-round experts in the warehouse, packers are only human. With easy-to-follow directions, eliminate mistakes that result in unnecessary fees. Rate Awareness Your negotiated rate tables have incentives built in to pack a certain way, depending on the dim weight and zone. Paccurate is the only cartonization solution that optimizes for these costs directly.AI-powered carton selection AI-powered carton selection Paccurate isn’t just for real-time packing. Use it as a modeling engine to determine exactly what boxes you should keep in inventory based on your unique product mix and costs. To be an Insider please subscribe to The Green Insider powered by ERENEWABLE wherever you get your podcast from and remember to leave us a five-star rating. This podcast is sponsored by Position Green.  To learn more about our sponsor or ask about being a sponsor, contact ERENEWABLE and the Green Insider Podcast. The post Efficient Packing Makes a Difference in Shippers Carbon Footprint appeared first on eRENEWABLE.

Hear all about ocean-based metals from the Chairman and CEO of The Metals Company, Gerard Barron. On episode 207 of The Green Insider, you will learn how nickel sulfate, cobalt sulfate, copper, and manganese are mined from the bottom of the ocean.  The Metals Company lifts the polymetallic nodules to the surface, takes them to shore, and processes them with near-zero solid waste, no tailings or deforestation, and with careful attention not to harm the integrity of the deep-ocean ecosystem. The ESG footprint of battery production is now firmly in the spotlight and a recent Benchmark study found that producing nickel, copper and cobalt from nodules would outperform key land-based production across almost every impact category analyzed, lowering emissions by 70-80% on average. Four metals in high grades means roughly 4X less material needs to be processed for the same amount of metal and no toxic levels of heavy elements means the entirety of a nodule can be used, making near zero-solid-waste production possible. Their mission is to build a carefully managed metal commons that will be used, recovered, and reused again and again. More on Gerard Barron: Gerard Barron has agreed to serve as TMC’s Chief Executive Officer and Chairman of the Board of Directors upon the closing of the Business Combination.   He was nominated to serve as a member of the TMC board of directors upon the closing of the Business Combination.  Mr. Barron became involved in the early strategic development and financing of DeepGreen during its formation in 2011 and stepped into the role of DeepGreen’s Chairman and CEO in 2018. About The Metals Company The Metals Company is developing the world’s largest estimated source of battery metals, with enough nickel, copper, cobalt and manganese to electrify the entire U.S. passenger vehicle fleet.Their aim is to supply the low-impact metals necessary to store clean energy and power electric vehicles, and to in turn create a closed-loop system—a world where metals are not mined and dumped, but rented and returned. These metals can make electric car batteries—as well as for renewable energy storage, wind turbines and solar panels-we can dramatically reduce environmental and social impacts for the whole planet. TMC’s plan is simple and attainable: supply the necessary metals with the least possible impact, building enough metal stock to stop extracting from the planet and enabling society to live off recycled metals.The Metals Company was formed through the merger of DeepGreen Metals Inc. with the Sustainable Opportunities Acquisition Corporation. To be an Insider please subscribe to The Green Insider powered by ERENEWABLE wherever you get your podcast from and remember to leave us a five-star rating. This podcast is sponsored by Position Green.  To learn more about our sponsor or ask about being a sponsor, contact ERENEWABLE and the Green Insider Podcast. The post Metals From the Bottom of the Ocean to Land on The Green Insider appeared first on eRENEWABLE.

In today’s Follower Friday hear all about the nature and biodiversity ESG risk.  Jason Stanley, Managing Director at Position Green discusses those risks on The Green Insider. Jason also talks about “getting started,” being one of the first big steps in understanding biodiversity risks.  He explains the four pillars of the TNFD – Governance, Strategy, Risk, and Impact Management and tells us what “Take a LEAP” means. Learn all this and more in episode 206 of ERENEWABLE and The Green Insider Podcast. More about Position Green: Position Green pure play sustainability partner with the technology and expertise to drive positive impact. We empower companies worldwide to transform and succeed in the evolving landscape of sustainable enterprise. We blend cutting-edge ESG software with deep sector knowledge and advisory expertise to fuel the journey of competitive businesses – from compliance to sustainable impact.  With data at the heart of our offering, we enable organizations to navigate the regulatory jungle, accelerate sustainability performance and sharpen their competitive edge. By making sustainability measurable and actionable, we simplify the ESG reporting challenge and embed robust strategies that reduce risk and create lasting value. To be an Insider please subscribe to The Green Insider powered by ERENEWABLE wherever you get your podcast from and remember to leave us a five-star rating. This podcast is sponsored by Position Green.  To learn more about our sponsor or ask about being a sponsor, contact ERENEWABLE and the Green Insider Podcast. The post Learn about Nature and Biodiversity on The Green Insider appeared first on eRENEWABLE.

Today we heard from Principal and Founder, Kelly Knopp from Citroniq Chemicals. On episode 205, learn about the next generation of plastic and the development of sustainable plastic carbon credits on “The Green Insider.” Kelly discusses their new project using polypropylene as a viable solution to meet their growing demand for sustainable materials. Made from a sustainable biogenic feedstock using renewable energy, Citroniq’s green carbon-negative polypropylene permanently sequesters CO2 in a useful plastic pellet. He goes on to discuss their collaboration with Lummus creating the first world-scale sustainable bio-polypropylene production process in North America.  Their first location will sequester about 1.2 MM tons of CO2 annually as solid polypropylene pellets, providing customers with an impactful solution for reducing their carbon footprint and meeting their ESG goals.  More about Kelly Knopp With over 40 years of experience in the Energy and Petrochemicals sectors, Mr. Knopp founded Citroniq Chemicals in 2020 to move these industries towards more sustainable and environmentally responsible operations.  In a little over 3 years, Citroniq has developed a $5 billion investment plan to reduce CO2 emissions by over 8 million tons per year.  Knopp has extensive experience in Marketing & Sales and Business Development, in addition to direct experience in Plant Operations, Engineering and Project Execution.  He has worked for Phillips 66, Koch Industries, Williams Energy and NOVA Chemicals.  He has a B.S. Chemical Engineering – University of Kansas and a MBA – University of Houston – Clear Lake. About CitroniqCitroniq is leading the energy transition by producing carbon negative materials at scale. Citroniq’s platform for the chemical and plastics industries uses bio-based feedstocks and cutting-edge technologies to reduce greenhouse gases. Citroniq’s E2O process greatly reduces GHG emissions, permanently sequesters carbon into a useful plastic pellet, and helps companies reach their greenhouse gas reduction commitments. More information at www.citroniq.com. To be an Insider, please subscribe and follow The Green Insider powered by ERENEWABLE wherever you get your podcast from and remember to leave us a five-star rating. This podcast is sponsored by Position Green.  To learn more about our sponsor or ask about being a sponsor, contact ERENEWABLE and the Green Insider Podcast. #sustainableplastic #carboncredits #polypropylene #carbonnegative #CO2 #ESG #carbonfootprint The post Sustainable Plastic – The Next Generation on The Green Insider appeared first on eRENEWABLE.

In episode 204, we discuss supply chain emission issues, new agricultural innovations, net zero, and insetting with John Bourne. John is the Sr. Director, Agriculture, Carbon Markets for 3Degrees. On today’s podcast of ERENEWABLE and The Green Insider Podcast, John digs deep into the agricultural and carbon offset markets. He also brings a new term to our podcast, “insetting.” We go on to talk about scope 3, incentives for farmers, removal of CO2, and reducing emissions. More about John Bourne John leads 3Degrees’ global agriculture strategy and brings over 15 years of experience in the agriculture and climate technology space. In his role, John helps 3Degrees’ clients develop and execute global agricultural sustainability strategies.  John has led a variety of projects including the development of regenerative agriculture programs and measurement scorecards that reduce greenhouse gas emissions and drive improvements in soil health, irrigation management, fertilizer use efficiency, and pesticide management. Additionally, John helps clients reduce their agriculture emissions through turnkey or co-developed supply chain intervention projects.  John’s expertise in agriculture data management, remote sensing, and nature based MRV technology, helps clients scale program management across diverse geographies and agricultural production systems. Prior to joining 3Degrees, John was Senior Vice President at Ceres Imaging, the leading data analytics, and imaging company for the agriculture industry. In his role he helped CPGs, agriculture retailers, agriculture insurers, and large farming operations reduce risk and improve sustainability outcomes. Prior to Ceres Imaging, John was a Venture Partner at Piedmont Partners Group Ventures (PPGV), where he led diligence for PPGV’s agriculture investment strategy. John received his BA in history from Brown University and his MBA from the University of California Berkeley, Hass School of Business. To be an Insider, please subscribe and follow The Green Insider powered by ERENEWABLE wherever you get your podcast from and remember to leave us a five-star rating. This podcast is sponsored by Position Green.  To learn more about our sponsor or ask about being a sponsor, contact ERENEWABLE and the Green Insider Podcast. #agriculture #carbonmarkets #netzero #insetting #scope3 #incentives #farmers #CO2 #reducing emissions #sustainability #climatetech #GHG #supplychain The post Emission Reduction in the Agriculture Markets on The Green Insider appeared first on eRENEWABLE.

It all started with his father and their economic dispatch optimization engine.  Hear Dr Steve Burchett, CEO of Power Analytics Software, describe the company’s journey, 30+ years ago to where they are today.  On episode 203 of The Green Insider, Steve tells a terrific store about his father’s business path and how he went back to school to get his PhD so he could continue what his father started.  Learn how their software helps renewable developers with their site location, helping them find the most favorable location to install development. Steve is excited about the future Power Analytics Software, as the company continues to grow and further develop their next generation software. More information about Dr. Steve Burchett PE Steve’s professional life is devoted to accelerating the transition towards environmentally responsible power generation. A licensed Professional Engineer, he earned his PhD in electrical engineering after 10 years in the electric power industry, including stints in power generation, energy storage siting, and ISO market administration. He has written or co-authored numerous peer-reviewed IEEE journal articles and holds two US patents in the electric vehicle charging sector. An avid team builder, Steve excels in guiding his teams towards achieving ambitious and daring objectives. In 2020, Steve Burchett took the reins as CEO of Power Analytics software, succeeding his father, Rob, who founded the company in 1987. Under Steve’s leadership, the company expanded to a team of 10 and embarked on an innovative software development journey. Our mission is to create a suite of next-generation power system analysis tools that empower our clients to mitigate risks, optimize returns, and make more informed investment decisions. While scaling our company and products, we remain committed to upholding our core values and capabilities, such as our ability to swiftly address customer concerns with our 36-Hour Fix. To be an Insider, please subscribe and follow The Green Insider powered by ERENEWABLE wherever you get your podcast from and remember to leave us a five-star rating. This podcast is sponsored by Position Green.  To learn more about our sponsor or ask about being a sponsor, contact ERENEWABLE and the Green Insider Podcast. The post Expanding His Father’s Business Dream into the 21st Century appeared first on eRENEWABLE.

We are pleased to welcome back to this week’s Follower Friday, Jack Doueck from the Energy Marketing Conferences. Today Jack will discuss everything going on at EMC20 in NYC on October 17-18 at the Marriott Marquis. This conference titled, “Understanding the Energy Customer of Tomorrow,” will feature keynote speaker Deryl Brown – Executive Chairman of Atlantic Energy. In addition, you will hear about the energy transition, the challenges of sustainability for large real estate firms, and about the purchasing of NY RECS. Hear about all this and more on The Green Insider. If you are in the retail electricity market, this is the place to be, whether you are a supplier, buyer, or a broker. For a 10% discount please use the code “ERENEWABLE10” which expires on October 6, 2023. Please note this will be a carbon neutral conference. To be an Insider Please subscribe to The Green Insider powered by ERENEWABLE wherever you get your podcast from and remember to leave us a five-star rating. This podcast is sponsored by UTSI International. To learn more about our sponsor or ask about being a guest, contact ERENEWABLE and the Green Insider Podcast. The post EMC20 and the Retail Electricity Markets Back In New York appeared first on eRENEWABLE.

Chris Sigshoj, Co-founder of KiteX.tech explains how this Danish company plans to create the world’s lightest wind turbines on episode 202 of ERENEWABLE and The Green Insider Podcast. From kite surfing to a career in wind turbines, Chris and his partner developed a lighter, more powerful, and easier to use wind power system. Their system is so light; you can take it on your next adventure or even utilize it to supplement your home electricity demands in case of an emergency. If you are into camping, you will not want to miss this episode of The Green Insider. Chris tells how in 20 minutes your campsite can have wind power from KiteX.tech. About KiteX.tech As we delved deeper into our mission, a surprising revelation emerged. The intermediate step we initially considered, involving guy wire supported tower and structurally supported kites, evolved into our ultimate vision. This approach promised substantial material savings (still 3-10 times less) compared to conventional wind turbines, while avoiding the complexities associated with flying wind turbines. Safety zones and noise levels that had been challenges for our flying wind turbine concept were no longer hindrances. Additionally, our lighter structures eased installation and eliminated the need for massive concrete foundations. Our approach is distinct. We recognize the history of wind turbine startups and the pitfalls they’ve encountered. Many have faltered due to inadequate prototyping and underestimating the intricate engineering involved. We’ve taken a different route – one grounded in patience and incremental progress. Our commitment to refining our technology on a smaller scale, meticulously addressing each challenge, sets us apart. It demonstrates our dedication to creating a lasting impact rather than pursuing short-lived gains. Acknowledging the significance of modest beginnings, we identified a specific niche – portable off-grid recreational applications. By focusing on this market, we not only serve an underserved sector but also provide a platform to fine-tune our innovations. This deliberate approach ensures that every step we take contributes to a cleaner, more sustainable future. Currently, we’re in the midst of scaling up production for our groundbreaking Wind Catcher – a small, portable, off-grid wind turbine that provides a glimpse into the potential of our technology. Simultaneously, we’re actively shaping the future with plans for the next-generation turbine, which will be 2-3 times larger than the Wind Catcher and seamlessly integrated into the grid. To be an Insider please subscribe to The Green Insider powered by ERENEWABLE wherever you get your podcast from and remember to leave us a five-star rating. This podcast is sponsored by Position Green. To learn more about our sponsor or ask about being a sponsor, contact ERENEWABLE and the Green Insider Podcast. The post Portable Wind Generator Now Available for Your Campsite appeared first on eRENEWABLE.

ERENEWABLE and The Green Insider Podcast’s next stop in the Texas Hill Country took us to Pedernales Cellars.  On episode 201 hear from the co-founder and winemaker, David Kuhlken. David and his sister Julie Kuhlken started Pedernales Cellars near Fredericksburg, TX in 2006.  Pedernales Cellars draws its name from geography and history – the Pedernales River runs through the Texas Hill Country, and “pedernales” means flint in Spanish. They strive to make the highest quality wine in a sustainable way while exercising good stewardship to realize their vision. When visiting this winery, sustainability starts in their vineyard, then to the winemaking facility, and ends up in the tasting room. The tasting room features a few local and sustainable products, including using CFL, solar lighting, and collecting rainwater in a 55,000-gallon tank in order to water the landscaping. David covers a lot in this 30-minute podcast regarding the wine business and being sustainable. More about David Kuhlken David Kuhlken is a co-founder of Pedernales Cellars and has been the winemaker for the company since 2006.  His first experience with the Texas wine industry came when his parents, Larry and Jeanine planted the Kuhlken Vineyard north of Fredericksburg in 1995.  In 2005, David joined his sister Julie and his wife Heather to start Pedernales Cellars.  He developed his winemaking style through collaboration with a few local winemakers as well as training through the UC Davis Viticulture and Enology certification program.   Stylistically, David prefers to use blends of different Texas varietals and draw from both the Texas High Plains and Texas Hill Country to structure more complex and rich wines.  Tempranillo has served as the foundation of the red wine program since 2006, while Viognier has been the most prominent varietal for white wine making.  However, David has continually been experimental with his varietal selections drawing from over 20 varietals grown at sites ranging from the Kuhlken estate vineyard to nearly a dozen additional vineyard sites across the state.   David would also be the first to tell you that there is no better place to make wine.  Texas is a place where each winemaker stands by their own style, while at the same time is open to share their philosophy and collaborate to improve their art.  This collaboration and independent thinking have allowed for dramatic improvement in the quality and diversity of Texas wines and makes it a place where growing grapes and making wine is continually dynamic.  That culture has been a perfect fit for David’s approach to winemaking. Follow Dave on Instagram @winemakerdave. PEDERNALES CELLARS Owned & operated by a sixth generation Texas family, Pedernales Cellars is committed to crafting world class wine from 100% Texas fruit using sustainable practices.  Its award-winning Texas Tempranillo and Viognier are benchmarks for these grape varietals in the state.  The estate vineyard, Kuhlken Vineyards, was planted in 1995 by Larry and Jeanine Kuhlken in Texas’ oldest AVA (American Viticultural Area), Bell Mountain, which lies within the Texas Hill Country AVA.   In 2006, their children, Julie and David, founded Pedernales Cellars.  As a family affair, each brings their unique professional experiences to the business.  Larry and Jeanine met each other working as computer programmers on the Apollo 11 mission, a love story commemorated by a special bottling called Over the Moon Rose.  Julie (aka Dr. Julie) is a graduate of Stanford University, has a doctorate in philosophy and taught at universities in both the US and the UK.  She finds that her many years of teaching and writing aid her in her role as CEO focused on managing the front of the house.   To develop her knowledge of wine she studied and received the advanced certificate (WSET III) from the Wine and Spirits Education Trust.  David is a Rice University graduate and has an MBA from the McCombs School of Business at UT Austin, which are a strong foundation for his roles as president and winemaker.  He developed his winemaking style through collaboration with several local winemakers as well as training through the UC Davis Viticulture and Enology certification program.   The family is currently nurturing the third generation, most of whom are still teenagers, but already actively participate in the vineyard, tasting room, and cellar.  To be an Insider please subscribe to The Green Insider powered by ERENEWABLE wherever you get your podcast from and remember to leave us a five-star rating. This podcast is sponsored by Position Green.  To learn more about our sponsor or ask about being a sponsor, contact ERENEWABLE and the Green Insider Podcast. The post Another Sustainable Wine Stop by

This week’s Follower Friday is a big day of celebration, episode 200, and the first dedicated show from our sponsor, Position Green.  Hear Jason Stanley discuss in detail their ESG100 report they just published in Europe.  He discusses what this means for US companies operating in Europe and what is to be expected here in the US.  Download their brand new ESG100 report for free here: ESG100 Report Thank you from all of us at The Green Insider to all of you – our followers, listeners, and guests for helping us reach episode 200.  You all made it possible for us to be ranked by Listen Notes in the top 1% of all global podcast and named by Feedspot as one of the Top Sustainable Podcast to listen to in 2023. A special shout out to Greg Frank our co-host, and Gow Media for helping us produce this podcast. More about Position Green: Position Green pure play sustainability partner with the technology and expertise to drive positive impact. We empower companies worldwide to transform and succeed in the evolving landscape of sustainable enterprise. We blend cutting-edge ESG software with deep sector knowledge and advisory expertise to fuel the journey of competitive businesses – from compliance to sustainable impact.  With data at the heart of our offering, we enable organizations to navigate the regulatory jungle, accelerate sustainability performance and sharpen their competitive edge. By making sustainability measurable and actionable, we simplify the ESG reporting challenge and embed robust strategies that reduce risk and create lasting value. To be an Insider please subscribe to The Green Insider powered by ERENEWABLE wherever you get your podcast from and remember to leave us a five-star rating. This podcast is sponsored by Position Green.  To learn more about our sponsor or ask about being a sponsor, contact ERENEWABLE and the Green Insider Podcast. The post Position Green Discusses Their ESG100 with The Green Insider appeared first on eRENEWABLE.

Usually when Kansas University and the University of Kentucky meet it is on the basketball court but today it was at Bending Branch Winery with our guest is Dr. Bob Young, Co-Founder.  Sitting outside of Comfort, TX is Bending Branch Winery.  The winery won the 2020 Grand Champion, Texas Sustainable Winegrowing Competition at the Fort Worth Stock Show & Rodeo.  Hear their story not only about this competition but what it takes to be a sustainable winery.  They were judged on vineyard management, winemaking, employee practices, customer service and social responsibility. As we all know grapes are important to any vineyard, Bob tells us all about organic grapes and discusses the chicken coup they have.  Why chickens?  They eat the insects, thus helping eliminate pesticides. Being from Kentucky, Bob could not help but start making his own bourbon.  Learn about that journey, angle share and much more on today’s episode 199, of The Green Insider podcast. More about our guest – Robert W. Young, M.D., M.P.H. charted a distinguished career encompassing family practice in underserved rural communities, and public health administration as chief executive of two state health departments. Dr. Young also spent 16 years managing physician group practices in Atlanta and pioneering a new specialty in inpatient medicine called Hospitalist. Dr. Young holds a Winemaking Certificate from the University of California, Davis. In 2009, with his wife Brenda and their daughter Alison, Bob established Bending Branch Winery in Comfort, Texas. Young integrates Old World winemaking techniques with cutting-edge technology including Cryo-Maceration and Flash Détente, a philosophy he refers to as Next World winemaking. His research and development have made him an extraction expert. Early applications of Cryo-Maceration at Bending Branch Winery produced its 2010 Cabernet Sauvignon (the first Texas Cabernet Sauvignon to win Double Gold at the San Francisco International Wine Competition), and the 2011 Estate Tannat (Double Gold and Top Texas Wine, Houston Rodeo Uncorked! International Wine Competition). The same competition recognized Bending Branch as Top Texas Winery in 2018. Bob’s interests and experience are diverse. The Young family’s commitment to environmental sustainability was honored as 2020 Grand Champion, Texas Sustainable Winegrowing Competition (Fort Worth Stock Show & Rodeo/BRIT). More about Bending Branch Winery – Bending Branch Winery sits on 56 scenic acres near the Guadalupe River outside of Comfort. Established in 2009 by the Young family, Bending Branch is best known for its experimentation in every facet of winemaking, including fermentation methods and production processes. Co-owner and Winemaker Robert W. Young, M.D., MPH, coined the term “Next World Wines” to describe his winemaking philosophy. Bending Branch Winery is the Tannat House of Texas. Wines include award-winning Cabernet Sauvignon, Petite Sirah, Picpoul Blanc, Tempranillo, and Souzão, but Bending Branch Winery is best known for Tannat, its signature red wine. Notable awards: • Voted BEST WINERY – 2023 San Antonio Express-News Readers’ Choice Awards for the eigthth consecutive year • Awarded BEST OF HERD TEXAS WINERY – 2021 San Antonio Stock Show & Rodeo International Wine Competition • Awarded GRAND CHAMPION – 2020 FWSSR/BRIT Texas Sustainable Winegrowing Competition • Awarded TOP TEXAS WINERY saddle – 2018 Houston Rodeo Uncorked! International Wine Competition • Awarded TOP TEXAS WINE saddle – 2014 Houston Rodeo Uncorked! International Wine Competition for the 2011 Estate Tannat CM, Bending Branch Estate Vineyard To be an Insider please subscribe to The Green Insider powered by ERENEWABLE wherever you get your podcast from and remember to leave us a five-star rating. This podcast is sponsored by Position Green.  To learn more about our sponsor or ask about being a sponsor, contact ERENEWABLE and the Green Insider Podcast. The post Learn about Sustainable Wine and Angel Share On The Green Insider appeared first on eRENEWABLE.

Ken Robinson, President of Engie Energy Marketing, last appeared on The Green Insider, February 2021, episode 22.  Now on episode 198, Ken provides updates on the progress of the energy transition, certified gas, carbon sequestration, carbon credits, LNG, renewable natural gas, and how the weather has affected the markets. Ken and Mike discuss the growth in the renewable/green job sectors.  In addition, Ken then talks about Engie’s plans to be bold with their green ambitions around the world.  We continued our discussion on USA vs Europe in the renewable markets, in particular, hear Ken’s views on where the two countries stand on this topic.  Plus learn about Engie’s view of the three P’s – Plant, People, and Profitability. More about Ken Robinson Ken’s current focus, in his capacity as President for Engie Global Energy Management U.S., is building a top tier renewable power and low carbon gas business. Main emphasis will be to grow, optimize, and manage risk of renewable power from Engie Renewables U.S. and external 3rd party developers as a portfolio while also balancing the needs of the Engie Retail business in their green sustainability ambitions. Our priority on the gas business is to be one of the leaders in the energy transition, with a focus on growing Renewable Natural gas, Certified Natural gas, Carbon Sequestration, H2, and associated products. Established Senior Executive with over 30 years of global Commercial, Risk, Finance, and Business expertise in the energy industry. Currently, President for Engie Global Energy Management U.S. entity primarily responsible for commercial and operations activities. Previously, Ken was the Engie Global Energy Management Chief Risk Officer (CRO) in Paris Engie headquarters with responsibility for 8 global trading offices. Prior to Engie, he was CRO at several firms including BP, Calpine, TXU, and El Paso. He is recognized as an innovation and with a track record for improving performance, cultivating passion and innovation, and enhancing capabilities.   To be an Insider please subscribe to The Green Insider powered by ERENEWABLE wherever you get your podcast from and remember to leave us a five-star rating. This podcast is sponsored by Position Green.  To learn more about our sponsor or ask about being a sponsor, contact ERENEWABLE and the Green Insider Podcast. #energytransition #certifiedgas #carbonsequestration #carboncredits #LNG #renewablenaturalgas The post Energy Executive Discusses The Energy Transition With The Green Insider appeared first on eRENEWABLE.

Energy Trading Week America and Environmental Markets Week Americas come together for one conference on October 25-27 at the JW Marriott in Houston.  Hear Howard Walpert, CEO of the Americas for Commodities People, tell us about everything going on at this fall conference on episode 197 of The Green Insider. Howard describes the four education paths one can follow or bounce between at the conference: Plenaries Energy Trading Risk Summit Renewable & Battery Storage Trading Digitalization Plus, the Environmental Markets Week conference will be available to attend. For more information on this Commodities People event visit their website, Americas.energytradingweek.com An industry friend from the environmental markets, Susan Wood is being honored in advance of Environmental Markets Week Americas.  Everyone from the industry is invited the evening of October 25th to celebrate Susan. If your company would be interested in becoming one of our corporate underwriters of this event, please [email protected]. If you would like to find out more or register for Environmental Markets Week Americas, please visit: https://americas.environmentalmarketsweek.com. To be an Insider Please subscribe to The Green Insider powered by ERENEWABLE wherever you get your podcast from and remember to leave us a five-star rating. This podcast is sponsored by UTSI International.  To learn more about our sponsor or ask about being a guest, contact ERENEWABLE and the Green Insider Podcast. The post A Co-Located Energy Conference Comes to Houston from Commodities People appeared first on eRENEWABLE.

Can we trust the Texas Railroad Commission to regulate carbon capture in Texas?  On episode 196 of The Green Insider , Loren Steffy, writer-large for Texas Monthly and an author of five books covers a variety of topics starting with carbon capture and methane.   In addition, we discuss issues prevalent in Texas today, such as abandoned wells that have never been plugged and methane leaking into the atmosphere. Loren feels The Energy Transition is continuing to move forward both in Texas and the rest of the country.  Residential solar will be a key driver regarding how quickly we reach some of our goals. Hear about two of his five books on today’s podcast, “The Last Trial of T. Boone Pickens” and “The Big Empty.” . Loren Steffy is the author of five books of nonfiction: Deconstructed: An Insider’s View of Illegal Immigration and the Building Trades (with Stan Marek); The Last Trial of T. Boone Pickens (with Chrysta Castaneda); George P. Mitchell: Fracking, Sustainability, and an Unorthodox Quest to Save the Planet; The Man Who Thought Like a Ship; and Drowning in Oil: BP and the Reckless Pursuit of Profit.” He is also the author of a novel, The Big Empty, which combines a sweeping appreciation for history and the struggles of small-town America with an examination of technology and the social and economic changes that come about when the two meet head to head. Steffy is also a writer-at-large for Texas Monthly and a managing director for the communications firm 30 Point Strategies, where he heads the 30 Point Press publishing imprint. He is the founder of his own imprint, Stoney Creek Publishing, a company committed to stories and narratives from unique voices. Stoney Creek has an award-winning team of editors and designers who are committed to producing high-quality books in less time and with fewer hurdles than traditional publishing.He writes a regular blog, Loren Steffy’s Writings and Ramblings, which can be viewed through his website at www.lorensteffy.com. He has appeared on CNBC, Fox Business, MSNBC, the BBC and the PBS NewsHour, and is regular guest on local television and radio news programs in Houston.Prior to his current positions, Steffy was the business columnist for the Houston Chronicle for nine years and his writing has been published in newspapers and other publications nationwide. To be an Insider Please subscribe to The Green Insider powered by ERENEWABLE wherever you get your podcast from and remember to leave us a five-star rating. This podcast is sponsored by UTSI International.  To learn more about our sponsor or ask about being a guest, contact ERENEWABLE and the Green Insider Podcast. The post Carbon Capture, Methane, and The Energy Transition on Episode 196 appeared first on eRENEWABLE.

Today we revisit the world of renewable natural gas (RNG) and learn about EV Charging stations for electric semi-trucks.  Hear Mike Koel, president of U.S. Energy on episode 195 of The Green Insider share his experiences, thoughts, and the story of U.S. Energy. Mike’s journey went from trading natural gas to alternative fuels, including: CNG, RNG, and Renewable Diesel. Learn why in the RNG markets: farmers now know their manure is worth money because of it being a feedstock for RNG   each location has small volumes and a higher price the carbon intensity known as the CI score is factored into the RNG price Finally hear about U.S. Energy’s development of a new product called, “Volt Vault.”  Mike notes that, “Volt Vault is a generator in a box.”  This produce was developed so that semi-trucks could charge in 30 minutes with a 185KW feed off NG, CNG, or RNG About Mike Koel Mike Koel is the president of U.S. Energy—responsible for the company’s growth and expansion into new markets and technologies. During his tenure, he’s led the trading of refined products and renewables, oversaw all terminal operations, and diversified the company’s involvement in alternative fuels and environmental credits through new products and services, acquisitions, and capital improvements. About U.S. Energy U.S. Energy, a U.S. Venture company, is a leading vertically integrated solutions provider proficient in refined products, alternative fuels, and environmental credits. Over our 70-year tenure, we’ve diversified throughout the energy supply chain—offering realistic, executable strategies that satisfy your economic and environmental goals. From energy project development, distribution, and marketing through wholesale, commercial, and retail channels, we partner with organizations—providing comprehensive support for any fuel or energy type. U.S. Energy’s asset portfolio of more than 30 refined product terminals, 40 renewable natural gas development projects, 50 alternative fuel stations, and three forestry projects helps our customers Stay Ahead®. Driven to be the very best and most trusted energy solutions provider dedicated to finding a better way toward a sustainable future, U.S. Energy is uniquely positioned to help organizations navigate the evolving energy industry. To be an Insider Please subscribe to The Green Insider powered by ERENEWABLE wherever you get your podcast from and remember to leave us a five-star rating. This podcast is sponsored by UTSI International.  To learn more about our sponsor or ask about being a guest, contact ERENEWABLE and the Green Insider Podcast. #naturalgas #RNG #CNG #renewablediesel #alternativefuels #EVcharging #electricsemi-trucks #refinefuels #alternativefuels #carbonintensity #methane The post Alternative Fuels Including a Quick Charge For Semi-Trucks appeared first on eRENEWABLE.

We were pleased to have John Berger, CEO of Sunnova, back on The Green Insider.  On episode 194, John will discuss the continued growth of Sunnova and the power market. We discussed: the power grid and the role of renewables, Virtual Power Plants and Sunnova’s operations in both the US Virgin Islands and Puerto Rico.  He goes on to share his thoughts on the reality of the monopolistic utilities versus deregulated power markets. More about John Berger Mr. Berger founded Sunnova in 2012 and has since then served as Chief Executive Officer, President and Chairman of the Board. With more than two decades of experience in the electric power industry, Mr. Berger is an energy entrepreneur who has always supported free market competition, consumer choice and the advancement of energy technology to power energy independence. Before Sunnova, Mr. Berger served as Founder and Chief Executive Officer at SunCap Financial, a residential solar service provider. He also founded Standard Renewable Energy, a provider and installer of renewable energy and energy-efficient products and services. Mr. Berger received his Masters of Business Administration from Harvard Business School and graduated cum laude from Texas A&M University with a Bachelor of Science degree in civil engineering. To be an Insider Please subscribe to The Green Insider powered by ERENEWABLE wherever you get your podcast from and remember to leave us a five-star rating. This podcast is sponsored by UTSI International.  To learn more about our sponsor or ask about being a guest, contact ERENEWABLE and the Green Insider Podcast. #energy #solarenergy #energystorage #renewableenergy #energytransition #virtualpowerplant The post Renewables on the Power Grid Discussed on The Green Insider appeared first on eRENEWABLE.

Mark Danzenbaker, CEO of GridPoint, talks to us about how smaller businesses becoming energy efficient are pivotal within the world of sustainability.  Industries that can make a difference are: restaurants, food/beverage, retail/convenience stores and auto/transportation.  Today on The Green Insider, hear how using GridPoint Intelligence can impact these type businesses bottom line. Mark educates all of us today in his quest to help create a sustainable future. More about Mark Mark Danzenbaker has been with GridPoint since 2009 in several leadership positions. As CEO since 2016, Mr. Danzenbaker is responsible for the development and execution of the company’s mission to accelerate the world’s transition to a sustainable future by creating an intelligent energy network of grid-interactive buildings. Prior to GridPoint, Mr. Danzenbaker was with Accenture, a global management consulting, technology services and outsourcing company. Mr. Danzenbaker holds an M.B.A. from the University of Virginia’s Darden School of Business and a B.S. degree from James Madison University. To be an Insider please subscribe to The Green Insider powered by ERENEWABLE wherever you get your podcast from and remember to leave us a five-star rating. This podcast is sponsored by Position Green.  To learn more about our sponsor or ask about being a sponsor, contact ERENEWABLE and the Green Insider Podcast. #CircularEconomy #NetZero #ClimateChange #EnergyEfficiency #ESG #EnergyTransition #sustainability #automation The post Energy Efficiency is Key to Unlocking Sustainability appeared first on eRENEWABLE.

 Today in episode 192 of The Green Insider, you will hear Jim Blackburn, CEO of BCarbon discuss a net zero future. He touches on the circular economy, natures technology, both blue and green hydrogen, environmental law, nature-based carbon offsets, the voluntary market, and his relationship with Rice University, the Greater Houston Partnership, and Houston Energy Transition Initiative.  We also touch on carbon protocols such as:  soil carbon, forest carbon and living shoreline blue carbon protocols. Today we also have another NAEMA News Minute from Tim Berrigan, CEO from the North American Energy Markets Association. More about Jim Jim Blackburn is the CEO of BCarbon, a non-profit ecosystem services registry that catalyzes widespread ecological regeneration by leveraging the power of soil, forests, and wetlands to fight climate change. He is a professor in the practice of environmental law in the Civil and Environmental Engineering Department at Rice University as well as a Rice faculty scholar at the Baker Institute. At Rice, he serves as the co-director of the Severe Storm Prediction, Education and Evacuation from Disaster (SSPEED) Center and as director of the undergraduate minor in energy and water sustainability. Blackburn has had two books published by Texas A&M Press – The Book of Texas Bays (2004) and A Texan Plan for the Texas Coast (2017). He also co-authored three books of art and poetry with artist Isabelle Scurry Chapman – Birds: A Book of Verse and Vision, (2009), Hill Country Birds and Waters: Art and Poems (2018), and Earth Church (2022). He was recognized as a Distinguished Alumni Laureate of Rice University in 2018, and he has been voted by his peers as a Texas Monthly Texas Superlawyer for the last 16 years. Blackburn received the Armand Yramategui Conservation Award from the Armand Bayou Nature Center in 2018, the Good Egg Award from the International Crane Foundation in 2015 for litigation to protect the whooping crane, the Barbara Jordan Public Advocacy Award from Texas Southern University in 2007 and the Robert Eckhardt Lifetime Coastal Achievement Award from the Texas General Land Office in 1998. Mr. Blackburn received a B.A. in history and a J.D. from The University of Texas at Austin, and an M.S. in environmental science from Rice University. To be an Insider Please subscribe to The Green Insider powered by ERENEWABLE wherever you get your podcast from and remember to leave us a five-star rating. This podcast is sponsored by UTSI International.  To learn more about our sponsor or ask about being a guest, contact ERENEWABLE and the Green Insider Podcast. #circulareconomy #naturestechnology #bluehydrogen #greenhydrogen #environmentallaw #naturebasedcarbonoffsets #voluntarymarket #carbonprotocol #soilcarbon #forestcarbon #livingshoreline #bluecarbonprotocols The post Learn About Natures Way of Reducing Our Carbon Footprint appeared first on eRENEWABLE.

Methane, a greenhouse gas about 28 times more potent than carbon dioxide at warming the Earth, continues to have negative effects on our environment. Today on The Green Insider, episode 191, hear James Hulse CEO of Clean Recompression discuss how his patent pending product helps natural gas pipelines reduce their methane emissions.  With the anticipation of a future methane tax starting in 2024, their recompression service becomes important to all pipelines and utilities. James Hulse is the Co-Founder and Chief Executive Officer of Clean Recompression, a company that is committed to Energy Delivered Cleaner. Hulse is a respected leader and development contributor in the natural gas industry. With 14 years of experience in natural gas pipelines, LNG and CNG, James has combined his technical expertise as well as the business knowledge to provide real-world solutions to the natural gas industry. In his previous role as Director of CenterPoint Energy Mobile Energy Solutions, James took a small subsidiary of a large utility and turned it into a national leader in mobile natural gas services. Those results led to the highly profitable divestment of the company in 2021. James also spent 4 years as the Director of CenterPoint Energy Intrastate Pipelines, the transmission pipeline arm of CenterPoint Energy, which constructs, operates, and maintains final mile natural gas transmission pipelines. Other positions include the VP of Business Development for Transfuels, Manager of Business Development for Applied LNG, as well as roles in management, sales, and global supply chain. James holds a BS in Business Management from Western Governors University, CPSM® from The Institute for Supply Management, and 2 patents in natural gas technology. To be an Insider Please subscribe to The Green Insider powered by ERENEWABLE wherever you get your podcast from and remember to leave us a five-star rating. This podcast is sponsored by UTSI International.  To learn more about our sponsor or ask about being a guest, contact ERENEWABLE and the Green Insider Podcast. #Methane #GreenhouseGas #CarbonDioxide #recompression #MethaneEmission #NaturalGas #CircularEconomy The post Reducing Methane Emissions is the Purpose of Recompression appeared first on eRENEWABLE.

On episode 190 of The Green Insider, you will hear from Uday Turaga, another oil and gas veteran adapting to the energy transition.  He discusses carbon capture, sustainable aviation fuel, circular economy, and much more. Uday Turaga is Founder & CEO of ADI Analytics. Through 20 years of industry experience gained at ExxonMobil, ConocoPhillips, Booz, and ADI, Turaga brings deep commercial and technical expertise in oil and gas, coal, renewables, and chemicals. He specializes in corporate strategy, market research, economic analysis, competitive intelligence, and technology assessments with rich domain expertise spanning oil and gas exploration, production, and refining, coal and power, and chemicals. Turaga holds a PhD in fuel science from Penn State and an MBA from the University of Texas at Austin. In addition to authoring over 100 papers and patents, he has been recognized by the U.S. National Academy of Engineering, the American Chemical Society, and the Penn State Alumni Association. Finally, Turaga has been featured in various news and media outlets including Wall Street Journal, National Public Radio, and Bloomberg, and is a frequent speaker on energy issues at conferences and events globally. To be an InsiderPlease subscribe to The Green Insider powered by ERENEWABLE wherever you get your podcast from and remember to leave us a five-star rating. This podcast is sponsored by UTSI International.  To learn more about our sponsor or ask about being a guest, contact ERENEWABLE and the Green Insider Podcast. #CarbonCapture #SustainableAvaition #CircularEconomy The post Another Energy Veteran Moving Into The Energy Transition appeared first on eRENEWABLE.

At last, our long-lost podcast from the Nape Expo in February.  Hear students from the Western Colorado University and the University of Louisiana Lafayette discuss their journey into the world of energy on episode 189 of The Green Insider. These optimistic students are seeing more interest in the renewable markets. Our conversations included: Energy poverty Energy transition Energy management Energy importance Oil & gas Carbon capture Land management Solar development Battery storage Through their educational journey,the students are seeing the shift from oil and gas to renewables, with more and more students wanting to be an advocate for the energy industry. Thank you to our guests Abigail Gridley, Kaden Light, and Sands Green for joining us.  A special shout out goes to Mark LaCour of the OGGN network for inviting us to participate in their podcast booth sponsored by Caterpillar. To be an Insider Please subscribe to The Green Insider powered by ERENEWABLE wherever you get your podcast from and remember to leave us a five-star rating. This podcast is sponsored by UTSI International.  To learn more about our sponsor or ask about being a guest, contact ERENEWABLE and the Green Insider Podcast. #energypoverty #energytransition #energymanagement #energyimportance #oil #gas #carboncapture #landmanagement #solar #batterystorage #thegreeninsider #nape The post Three Students Journey Into The Energy World appeared first on eRENEWABLE.

We are pleased to bring back from episode 10, Tim Echols, Vice-Chair of the Georgia Public Service Commission.  In today’s episode 188 of The Green Insider, Tim will discuss Georgia’s new nuclear plant, Vogtle. Each Vogtle reactor can generate enough electricity to power half a million homes without burning fossil fuels.  Additionally, we discuss the life of a reactor, grid reliability, the growth of RNG, hydrogen, EV’s, hybrid cars, and of course – Georgia vs Georgia Tech. More about Tim Echols As the former Public Service Commissioner his primary job was energy regulation. When Echols took office, Georgia was 34th in solar power. Now, the state is 9th in the nation for installed solar. In 2020, Conservatives for Clean Energy dubbed Echols the “Solar Architect of Georgia.” Georgia will be 4th in installed solar by 2024. Echols has also created the Clean Energy Roadshow that has traveled the state every summer for the last eleven years. This educational event travels to cities around the state helping commuters, businesses and municipal governments evaluate alternative fuel for their transportation and residential use. Tim authored the December 2017 motion to keep Plant Vogtle moving forward. He believes carbon-free nuclear energy plus solar is the way forward for Georgia. He has represented the United States at the World Nuclear Exhibition for the last eight years. Tim has tried to lead by example. He added solar hot water heating to his Athens home just before being sworn in. He bought a natural gas car, a propane van and now owns an electric car. Tim also led the effort to provide the Salvation Army and two other agencies with $5 million to help low-income seniors in Atlanta with heating assistance. That program continues today. Tim created a pilot program to provide specially equipped IPADS to the hearing impaired to help them function more productively. Tim also led the PSC to increase the number of pediatric hearing aids in a program the PSC oversees. Most recently, Tim rallied donors and the solar community to build and donate to the Hog Hammock Foundation a 16-panel solar pavilion for the community library on the remote island off Georgia’s coast. Sapelo is the home of one of the last remaining Gullah Geechee communities and this array provides free electricity to the library for the next 30 years. With help from YellaWood, Southern Current and EDF Renewables, Echols led the way to build this lasting asset. Tim also has been at the forefront in fighting human sex trafficking. He created the “Unholy Tour” that helps policy makers see first-hand the harms of human trafficking. As a part of his efforts to educate the public about the harms of trafficking, Echols created the Wilberforce Fellowship that meets once per year at Jackson Lake in Newton County. Tim and Judge Tim Batten head up this effort. Tim has a weekly radio show called Energy Matters airing on Cox Media Group and in four other Georgia media markets. Tim most recently finished up a historical fiction book about the founding of the Jekyll Island Club entitled “Jean Marc of Jekyll.” The book is about the power of remarkable friendships. Tim and his wife, Windy, have been married 40 years and they have seven children. He has 3 degrees from the University of Georgia and lives in Hoschton, Georgia. To be an Insider Please subscribe to The Green Insider powered by ERENEWABLE wherever you get your podcast from and remember to leave us a five-star rating. This podcast is sponsored by UTSI International.  To learn more about our sponsor or ask about being a guest, contact ERENEWABLE and the Green Insider Podcast. #RNG #hydrogen #EV #hybrid #nuclear The post Echols Has Passion for Georgia and New Vogtle Nuclear Plant appeared first on eRENEWABLE.

In episode 187 of The Green Insider, we have the one and only, Nico Johnson.  A 17-year veteran of the solar industry, Nico host the SunCast Podcast and founded SunCast Media. Nico and I go into: Podcasting                 The Inflation Reduction Act                 Infrastructure and Subsidies                 The International Energy Agency 2022 Renewable Energy Report                 Solar saving blue collar jobs                 Solar in North Carolina                 Hydrogen                 Diversity in the renewable and sustainable industries Nico just dropped his 600th episode of his SunCast Podcast and has over 750K listens.  You can follow his podcast wherever you get yours from. As always, thank you for following and listening to The Green Insider Podcast.  It is always appreciated. More about Nico Nico Johnson is a solar sales and marketing veteran with nearly two decades of experience developing solar markets for internationally recognized organizations. He’s had a front-row seat (or front line as he likes to put it) observing and contributing to the Clean Energy Revolution as the world transitions away from fossil fuels. He’s chronicled the journey of more than 500 founders and executives in the industry on his popular podcast, SunCast, which many consider  essential listening for better understanding how and where to grow your career and influence in the clean energy industry. Nico has run his own solar companies, led market development for established leaders such as Trina Solar and Conergy, and served as a key team member and advisor to various industry startups.  His experience ranges from utility-scale downstream development, C&I market penetration and regional market-entry planning, to channel management, brand strategy and growth consulting. Nico is also fluent in Spanish. To be an Insider Please subscribe to The Green Insider powered by ERENEWABLE wherever you get your podcast from and remember to leave us a five-star rating. This podcast is sponsored by UTSI International.  To learn more about our sponsor or ask about being a guest, contact ERENEWABLE and the Green Insider Podcast. #solar #IRA #IEA #BlueCollarJobs # Hydrogen #diversity #sustainable #podcast The post An Enlighten Conversation with Nico Johnson on The Green Insider appeared first on eRENEWABLE.

In this Follower Friday on The Green Insider, you will hear from guests attending the launch party of Houston’s newest energy media platform, EnergyCapitalHTX.   You will hear from: Lindsey Ferrell, editor energycapitalhtx.com Taylor Toombs Imel, Managing Shareholder Toombs Imel & Associates Shaun Six, President UTSI Jane Stricker, Senior VP Houston Energy Transition Initiative Spencer Tillman,  TV personality and Sr. Analyst at Fox Sports David Gow Chairman/CEO Gow Media About EnergyCapitalHTX.com Welcome to the all-new EnergyCapitalHTX.com website, your resource for all things Energy Transition. Here, you’ll find the latest news and activity spanning the entire energy industry, from the source all the way through recycling and final use. Learn more about how energy touches our everyday life and how we are making progress toward a cleaner, more sustainable energy ecosystem. Find featured content from some of the greatest energy thought leaders from around the world, events to plug into for a deeper understanding of the industry, and stories of the many emerging technologies and innovative solutions that will shape the future of energy. About Gow Media Gow Media is a multi-platform media company tapping into the passions of our audiences.  Platforms include – energycapitalHTX, culturemap, innovationmap, sportsmap, and ESPN Houston 97.5 + 92.5 FM. About the Houston Energy Transition Initiative (HETI) The Greater Houston Partnership is dedicated to strengthening Houston’s position as the Energy Capital of the World. Through the launch of the Houston Energy Transition Initiative (HETI), our mission is to drive sustainable and equitable economic growth in the Greater Houston region through a portfolio of technology, policy, and market initiatives that scale and export solutions for realizing a low-carbon energy world. To be an Insider Please subscribe to The Green Insider powered by ERENEWABLE wherever you get your podcast from and remember to leave us a five-star rating. This podcast is sponsored by UTSI International.  To learn more about our sponsor or ask about being a guest, contact ERENEWABLE and the Green Insider Podcast. The post New Energy Information Site is Launched in Houston appeared first on eRENEWABLE.

In episode 186 of The Green Insider, you will hear part two in our Constellation series, with our guests being Richard Spilky and Raj Bazaj.  Richard is Principal of Retail Market Development and Raj is the VP of Sustainability Solutions. This episode you will feature more from Raj as his focus is sustainability products.  Raj starts with what they call your sustainability continuum and works us through the entire Constellation process.  Learn why you should start simply and build up to more complicated products helping you reduce your carbon footprint. We heard in part one of this series about open or competitive markets.  In those markets, Constellation provides their CORe product helping clients with their long-term power purchase agreements (PPAs). Richard delves into some of the regulations in this episode.  He talks about default service, net metering, RPS, and the political arena including getting the business owner involved within their state. More about this episode featuring – Raj Bazaj Raj leads a team at Constellation that partners with a diverse group of customers, assisting them with implementing an integrated strategy to meet their sustainability goals. The roadmap is built using data analytics, energy efficiency and other products and technologies that are being developed, acquired or introduced through a growing network of partners. A key product Raj oversees is the Constellation offsite renewables (CORe) product which helped customers meet renewable energy goals with more than 1,100 MW in projects since 2018. Raj is an accomplished professional speaker and seen as an expert in the energy industry having spoken at events such as Smart Energy Decisions Renewable Forum, AEE East, Ohio Energy Management Conference, and Clean Energy Buyers Association (CEBA) sessions and more. In January 2023 Raj was elected to the Board of Directors for the Clean Energy Buyers Association (CEBA). This organization represents over 400 companies committed to transitioning to clean, renewable energy. Raj has worked in the chemical and energy industries across a wide variety of roles. He began his career in the chemical industry working with multi-national companies Bayer, Cytec Industries and American Cyanamid. His roles included R&D, marketing, and sales before being promoted to the Director of Marketing for NAFTA where he also managed the Export and Resale sales channels. Responsibilities include managing P&L and developing short- and long-term strategies including US production of chemicals for overseas export. Raj started his energy career with WPS Energy Services (later Integrys) in 2005 as the Managing Director for retail power and gas sales. The business was acquired by Constellation in 2014. Most recently Raj led the effort to develop a multi-year partnership with the Johnson Controls Hall of Fame Village. That agreement recognizes Constellation as the official energy provider and provided exclusive naming rights for the Constellation Center for Excellence, a key component of a development project under way in Canton, OH. About Constellation Headquartered in Baltimore, Constellation Energy Corporation (Nasdaq: CEG) is the nation’s largest producer of clean, carbon-free energy and a leading supplier of energy products and services to businesses, homes, community aggregations and public sector customers across the continental United States, including three fourths of Fortune 100 companies. With annual output that is nearly 90% carbon-free, our hydro, wind and solar facilities paired with the nation’s largest nuclear fleet have the generating capacity to power the equivalent of 15 million homes, providing around 10% of the nation’s clean energy. We are further accelerating the nation’s transition to a carbon-free future by helping our customers reach their sustainability goals, setting our own ambitious goal of achieving 100% carbon-free generation by 2040, and by investing in promising emerging technologies to eliminate carbon emissions across all sectors of the economy. https://www.constellationenergy.com/our-company/what-we-stand-for/our-purpose.htm Learn more at www.constellation.com or on Twitter at @ConstellationEG. Subscribe to Constellation’s blog at www.constellation.com/subscribe To be an Insider Please subscribe to The Green Insider powered by ERENEWABLE wherever you get your podcast from and remember to leave us a five-star rating. This podcast is sponsored by UTSI International.  To learn more about our sponsor or ask about being a guest, contact ERENEWABLE and the Green Insider Podcast. The post Regulation to Sustainability in Today’s Podcast With Constellation Energy Pt. 2 appeared first on eRENEWABLE.

Today we start a two-part series with Richard Spilky and Raj Bazaj from Constellation.  Richard is Principal of Retail Market Development and Raj is the VP of Sustainability Solutions. In part one you will hear from both men, Raj discussing Constellation and Richard discussing the competitive versus the non-competitive markets within the retail electricity space.   He goes on to tell us how the electric market followed other markets such as the telephone long-distance service companies in deregulation.  Learn why the phone services became competitive in all 50 states, yet in the retail electricity markets, there are only 14 truly competitive states.  Everyone knows about the deregulated electricity markets in the US, Richard tells us why those markets should simply be called, competitive electricity markets. More about this episode featuring – Richard Spilky With a career spanning 30 years in the retail energy industry, Richard helps customers, legislators and regulatory bodies navigate the densely complex regulatory landscape of retail and wholesale power markets across the country. Richard’s solutions-oriented drive and inherent understanding of how policy impacts energy markets has made him a trusted advocate for retail customers and a trusted resource for policymakers. Professional History Richard rejoined Constellation in 2015 as a Principal in the Retail Analytics group, a role in which he primarily advises customers on how to navigate complex policies and regulations against their energy needs and in a cost-effective manner. He also advises state legislative bodies and regional regulatory commissions on how the political landscape affects customers and retail energy markets at large.  Most recently in this role at Constellation, Richard has represented customer interests and retail market issues before the Illinois Commerce Commission, the Indiana Governor’s Office, Michigan State Senate, New Jersey Board of Public Utilities, New York Public Service Commission, Virginia Committee for Fair Utility Rates, Illinois Manufacturer’s Association and various other customer groups in several states.  Richard transitioned back to Constellation in June 2015 through its merger with Integrys Energy Services, where he served as a Product Development Manager and Senior Regulatory Analyst since 2011, and Director of Power Deal Management for five years before that. Richard initially worked for Constellation in 2000 as the Director of Electric Pricing and Products for four years before moving to MidAmerican Energy as the Director of Electric Services. His retail energy career began in 1990, where he worked for ten years at Alliant Energy in various consulting, marketing, and customer service roles.  About Constellation Headquartered in Baltimore, Constellation Energy Corporation (Nasdaq: CEG) is the nation’s largest producer of clean, carbon-free energy and a leading supplier of energy products and services to businesses, homes, community aggregations and public sector customers across the continental United States, including three fourths of Fortune 100 companies. With annual output that is nearly 90% carbon-free, our hydro, wind and solar facilities paired with the nation’s largest nuclear fleet have the generating capacity to power the equivalent of 15 million homes, providing around 10% of the nation’s clean energy. We are further accelerating the nation’s transition to a carbon-free future by helping our customers reach their sustainability goals, setting our own ambitious goal of achieving 100% carbon-free generation by 2040, and by investing in promising emerging technologies to eliminate carbon emissions across all sectors of the economy. https://www.constellationenergy.com/our-company/what-we-stand-for/our-purpose.htm Learn more at www.constellation.com or on Twitter at @ConstellationEG. Subscribe to Constellation’s blog at www.constellation.com/subscribe To be an Insider Please subscribe to The Green Insider powered by ERENEWABLE wherever you get your podcast from and remember to leave us a five-star rating. This podcast is sponsored by UTSI International.  To learn more about our sponsor or ask about being a guest, contact ERENEWABLE and the Green Insider Podcast. The post Regulation to Sustainability in Today’s Podcast With Constellation Energy Pt. 1 appeared first on eRENEWABLE.

Today you will hear about the bio methane space and renewable natural gas (RNG).  On episode 184 of The Green Insider, Neil Smith, CEO of Vanguard Renewables, discusses food waste, manure, landfill, carbon accounting, natural gas prices, and the carbon intensity (CI) score.  Neil also talks about repurposing methane for good.  This episode features another informative podcast on RNG. Neil’s bio: Neil H. Smith joined Vanguard Renewables as Chief Executive Officer in 2021 with the goal to make a lasting impact on the renewable energy landscape and advance the critical path to decarbonization needed for the industry to thrive. Mr. Smith has a deep knowledge of the energy business and broad expertise in managing complex businesses with large strategic and financial shareholders. Prior to joining Vanguard, Mr. Smith spent more than 25 years transforming InterGen, Inc., from a 20-person start-up to a 700-plus person global multi-billion dollar operating and development company spanning six continents and more than 20 countries in both regulated and de-regulated markets. Mr. Smith played an integral role in the financing, construction, and operation of over $15 billion in development projects including more than 25 power plants, and related infrastructure. Prior to becoming InterGen‘s CEO, Mr. Smith served as the company’s first Chief Operating Officer. He has served on the Board of John Wood Group PLC and the PJM Board of Managers. Mr. Smith holds a Bachelor of Arts in political science from Emory University and an MBA from Harvard Business School. Vanguard’s Bio: Vanguard Renewables, based in Weston, Massachusetts, is a national leader in developing food and dairy waste-to-renewable energy projects. The Company owns and operates on-farm anaerobic digester facilities in the northeast and currently operates manure-only digesters in the south and west for Dominion Energy. Vanguard Renewables plans to expand nationwide to more than 150 anaerobic digestion facilities by 2026. Vanguard Renewables is committed to advancing decarbonization by reducing greenhouse gas emissions from farms and food waste, generating renewable energy, and supporting regenerative agriculture on partner farms via Farm Powered® anaerobic digestion.  Vanguard Renewables is a portfolio company of BlackRock Real Assets. To learn more visit www.vanguardrenewables.com  ‎The Green Insider Powered by eRENEWABLE on Apple Podcasts is pleased to announce being selected by Feedspot as one of the Top 80 Sustainability Podcast, coming in at #44. https://blog.feedspot.com/sustainability_podcasts/ To be an Insider Please subscribe to The Green Insider powered by ERENEWABLE wherever you get your podcast from and remember to leave us a five-star rating. This podcast is sponsored by UTSI International.  To learn more about our sponsor or ask about being a guest, contact ERENEWABLE and the Green Insider Podcast. #FarmPowered #RenewableNaturalGas #VanguardRenewables #RNG #Decarbonization The post Expansion Nationwide to 150 RNG Sites are in the Plan appeared first on eRENEWABLE.

On the 182nd episode of The Green Insider, we have Dan Cliff, Investor Program Coordinator at Greentown Labs Houston.  Learn about Dan’s path from working in Boston at Greentown Labs to moving to Houston helping Greentown open their second location. Dan describes the growth of the Houston office and how accepting the climatetech market has been.  This incubator brings together startups, corporates, investors, policymakers, and much more focusing on climate solutions  In his role helping to manage their Investor Program, he connects startups with venture capital and other investors to support their fundraising needs. He goes on to talk about monthly happy hours, tours, and The ION, which is located across the street.  It has been two years since Juliana Garaizer was on our show when she opened Greentown Labs in Houston. About Greentown Labs Greentown Labs is a community of climate action pioneers working to design a more sustainable world. As the largest climatetech startup incubator in North America, Greentown Labs brings together startups, corporates, investors, policymakers, and many others with a focus on scaling climate solutions. Driven by the mission of providing startups the resources, knowledge, connections, and equipment they need to thrive, Greentown Labs offers lab space, shared office space, a machine shop, an electronics lab, software and business resources, and a large network of corporate customers, investors, and more. With incubators in Somerville, Mass. and Houston, Texas, Greentown Labs is home to more than 200 startups and has supported more than 500 since the incubator’s founding in 2011. These startups have collectively created more than 24,000 jobs, raised more than $4 billion in funding, and generated more than $9.8 billion in regional economic impact. http://greentownlabs.com A shout out and thanks goes to Mark Lacour and the OGGN team for allowing us to podcast with them live at the 2023 Offshore Technology Conference.  A Special thanks goes to Fifth Ring for sponsoring the OGGN Podcast booth. To be an Insider Please subscribe to The Green Insider powered by ERENEWABLE wherever you get your podcast from and remember to leave us a five-star rating. This podcast is sponsored by UTSI International.  To learn more about our sponsor or ask about being a guest, contact ERENEWABLE and the Green Insider Podcast. The post Climate Tech Market is Alive and Growing in Houston appeared first on eRENEWABLE.

The NAEMA 2023 Spring Conference was a huge success in Hilton Head, SC.   On this Follower Friday, The Green Insider highlights four of the attendees from this year’s conference. Steve Burchett – Power Analytics Software Mark Antezana – TESLA Forecasting Solutions Leah Loguidice – Arbol Kevin Helmich – Onward Energy – (NAEMA’s newest Board of Director) Once again, hats off to Tim Berrigan and Donna Foy for doing a great job organizing this spring conference.           About NAEMA The North American Energy Markets Association (NAEMA) is an independent, nonprofit trade association representing entities involved in the buying and selling (marketing) of energy or in providing services to the energy industry. Members work together to promote an informed, efficient, and open energy marketplace throughout North America. NAEMA has over 190 members with operations in 48 states and numerous Canadian provinces. NAEMA members own and operate over 700,000 megawatts of generating capacity and serve over 150 million electric and gas customers. Their Vision To be the leader in the North American energy industry for sharing ideas and innovation and the preeminent resource for networking, relationship building, and business development opportunities. Learn more about ERENEWABLE here To be an Insider Please subscribe to The Green Insider powered by ERENEWABLE wherever you get your podcast from and remember to leave us a five-star rating. This podcast is sponsored by UTSI International.  To learn more about our sponsor or ask about being a guest, contact ERENEWABLE and the Green Insider Podcast. The post North American Energy Marketing Association Spring Conference in Review appeared first on eRENEWABLE.

With 25 years of weather experience, Chris Hyde, Sales Director and Meteorologist at Maxar, shares his expectations of the weather market and the effects it has on the commodity markets on episode 181 of The Green Insider.  In this episode you will hear about changes in the energy market from the weather and climate angle, what the correlation is between natural gas and weather, extreme weather events, hurricane season, and thoughts on entering an El Nino pattern.  Additional discussions include products Maxar offers related to ESG. We first talked with Chris on episode 150 in Atlanta at NAEMA’s 2022 Fall Conference. More about Chris Hyde Christopher Hyde is the Sales Director for WeatherDesk and Meteorologist at Maxar (formerly MDA and Radiant Solutions) based outside Washington, D.C. Mr. Hyde has been employed with Maxar for twenty-five years. Mr. Hyde heads the global WeatherDesk sales group that focuses on energy and agricultural markets by letting current clients know about new products and finding perspective energy and agricultural customers. Many customers that Chris signed up in the late 1990s are still with Maxar today. Mr. Hyde is invited to speak at conferences, worldwide, 15-20 times a year.  From 2015-2020, Chris was on the Board of Directors for WRMA (Weather Risk Management Association).  Chris Hyde received his BS in Meteorology from The Pennsylvania State University in 1998.  Mr. Hyde has training in radio and television communication as well. About Maxar Maxar is a trusted partner and innovator in Earth intelligence and space infrastructure. They deliver disruptive value to government and commercial customers to help them monitor, understand and navigate our changing planet; deliver global broadband communications; and explore and advance the use of space. Maxar’s unique approach combines decades of deep mission understanding and a proven foundation of commercial technology to deliver solutions with unrivaled speed, scale, and cost effectiveness. The Maxar team members are inspired to harness the potential of space to help their customers create a better world. https://linktr.ee/erenewable2020 To be an Insider Please subscribe to The Green Insider powered by ERENEWABLE wherever you get your podcast from and remember to leave us a five-star rating. This podcast is sponsored by UTSI International.  To learn more about our sponsor or ask about being a guest, contact ERENEWABLE and the Green Insider Podcast. The post Weather Forecasting is Important When Evaluating Commodity Markets appeared first on eRENEWABLE.

Learn all about Houston’s new energy website EnergyCapitalHTX on today’s Follower Friday with Lindsey Ferrell and Misti Pace-Krahl.  David Gow and the Gow Media team expect the launch date to be June 1st To be the first to know what’s going on in the world of energy, sign up here for their newsletter. Those familiar with CultureMap and InnovationMap can expect the same great product as these Gow Media products.  The primary sponsors for this website are the Greater Houston Partnership and Houston Energy Transition Initiative, known as HETI. To be an Insider please subscribe to The Green Insider powered by ERENEWABLE wherever you get your podcast from and leave us a five-star rating. This podcast is sponsored by Position Green.  To learn more about our sponsor or ask about being a sponsor, contact ERENEWABLE and the Green Insider Podcast. Please subscribe to The Green Insider powered by ERENEWABLE wherever you get your podcast from and remember to leave us a five-star rating. This podcast is sponsored by UTSI International.  To learn more about our sponsor or ask about being a guest, contact ERENEWABLE and the Green Insider Podcast. The post New Energy Website About to Launch appeared first on eRENEWABLE.

This week on The Green Insider hear CEO PJ Popovic discuss Rhythm Energy.  Rhythm is a 100% renewable energy Retail Electricity Provider based out of Houston. At Rhythm they are on a mission to help with the energy transition by providing to all their customers 100% renewable energy.  Putting their customers first, along with their technology, has helped Rhythm recently win the Retailer of the Year award at the Energy Marketing Conference. On episode 179 you will not only hear about the retail electricity markets but also about Rhythm’s plans to expand into residential solar and the electric vehicle space. More about PJ PJ Popovic is a business leader with a proven track record in growing consumer-facing businesses and building high-performing teams. As the Chief Executive Officer of Houston-based Rhythm Energy, PJ successfully launched a retail energy provider that combines his passions: exceptional customer experience, technology, and renewable energy. PJ’s vision as Rhythm Energy’s CEO is for customers to genuinely love their electricity provider. By disrupting the sector, Rhythm Energy has demonstrated that an electricity provider can indeed be transparent, innovative, and customer-centric, while offering competitive pricing and clean, reliable energy. The company is now one of the highest-rated and fastest-growing energy providers in Texas. Before joining Rhythm, PJ spearheaded the successful turnaround of a $2-billion consumer division within an international energy services and solutions business. He also held leadership positions in wholesale energy trading and portfolio optimization, managing a $2.4-billion power and gas portfolio. PJ earned his MBA from the University of Houston. About Rhythm Energy Rhythm is a renewable energy and technology company offering affordable, 100% renewable energy plans and empowering customers to control their budget and environmental footprint. Founded in January 2020, and launched in Jan 2021, Rhythm is already one of the highest-rated and fastest-growing energy providers in Texas. Through game-changing technology, decisions based on data, creative marketing and outstanding customer care, Rhythm has become the largest renewable independent retailer in Texas. Prioritizing energy values beyond the essentials, Rhythm consistently innovates, offering an array of groundbreaking products and services including solar and battery installation, a solar buyback plan, and an electric vehicle (EV) plan. Home – eRENEWABLE https://www.gotrhythm.com/ To be an Insider Please subscribe to The Green Insider powered by ERENEWABLE wherever you get your podcast from and remember to leave us a five-star rating. This podcast is sponsored by UTSI International.  To learn more about our sponsor or ask about being a guest, contact ERENEWABLE and the Green Insider Podcast. #TheGreenInsider #Rhythm Energy #ResidentalSolar #RetailElectricityProvider #BatteryStorage #ElectricVehicle #RenewableEnergy #EnergyTransition The post 100% Renewable Energy Helping With The Energy Transition appeared first on eRENEWABLE.

Founder and CEO at VECKTA Technology, Gareth Evans describes how their platform is helping to streamline the energy transition.  VECKTA’s revolutionary platform helps businesses manage their energy transition and specifically how onsite energy systems are assessed, designed, sourced, financed, and deployed. Their marketplace platform is designed to put customers in control so they can more easily decide what vendor and solution is best for their firm.  This energy transition marketplace integrates state-of-the-art energy systems to facilitate and successfully deploy onsite energy systems that meet the customer’s needs. Solutions range from procuring an energy system through purchasing renewable energy credits (RECs) to offsetting emissions and achieving carbon neutrality.  Learn about all this and more on The Green Insider Podcast, episode 178. About Gareth Evans Gareth is committed to the mission of empowering businesses and communities to make the global transition towards a more affordable, secure, and renewable energy future.  He has been a leader his entire life, from working in charity and community organizations to leading sports teams and military operations. Gareth has parlayed these experiences into building teams and businesses who challenge the planet’s greatest challenges and opportunities.  He is now focusing on enabling companies to successfully navigate the energy transition. His time in Iraq following the Gulf War set his mission in motion; it opened his eyes to a world without access to reliable energy and other essentials needed to survive.  He saw the impact that can have on the stability of a region and the health and success of businesses and communities.  Driven by this experience, he committed himself to finding solutions that create profitable and sustainable energy outcomes that can help people thrive. About VECKTA VECKTA is simplifying and accelerating the transition to a more profitable and sustainable energy future. VECKTA empowers businesses to competitively deploy onsite energy solutions across their operations. In one integrated Platform, business leaders have access to actionable insights and a vibrant marketplace of vetted providers to confidently plan, assess, deploy, and monitor their energy transition strategy with maximum efficiency. To be an Insider Please subscribe to The Green Insider powered by ERENEWABLE wherever you get your podcast from and remember to leave us a five-star rating. This podcast is sponsored by UTSI International.  To learn more about our sponsor or ask about being a guest, contact ERENEWABLE and the Green Insider Podcast. The post VECKTA Technology is Facilitating The Energy Transition appeared first on eRENEWABLE.

Ethan Jeffcoat, Sales Manager of Lone Star Power Solutions talks on-track carbon-neutral racing weekend featuring a Capstone Green Energy C65 microturbine, using renewable natural gas (RNG).  This microturbine will power the Andretti Autosport VIP hospitality facility for the entire event weekend for Andretti Steinbrenner Autosport at the Texas Motor Speedway. Besides discussing #RNG, hear Ethan discuss #hydrogen, #renewables, #energyefficiency, plus #oilandgas projects on The Green Insider on episode 177. About Lone Star Power Solutions Lone Star Power Solutions is the exclusive distributor for Capstone Turbine products and services in Texas, Arizona, and the Gulf States. Lone Star Power in partnership with Capstone Turbine, are technology leaders and innovators in onsite power and distributed energy. Their team has decades of experience in Distributed Generation, On-site Power, Combined Heat and Power (CHP, CCHP) and Renewable Energy, focusing on energy and power solutions where they’re needed, at the point of consumption. About Capstone Green Energy Capstone Green Energy is a leading provider of customized microgrid solutions and on-site energy technology systems focusing on helping customers around the globe meet their environmental, energy savings, and resiliency goals. Capstone Green Energy focuses on four key business segments.  Through its Energy as a Service (EaaS) business, it offers rental solutions utilizing its microturbine energy systems and battery storage systems, comprehensive Factory Protection Plan (FPP) service contracts that guarantee life-cycle costs, as well as aftermarket parts. Energy Conversion Products are driven by the company’s industry-leading, highly efficient, low-emission, resilient microturbine energy systems offering scalable solutions in addition to a broad range of customer-tailored solutions, including hybrid energy systems and larger frame industrial turbines. The Energy Storage Products segment designs and installs microgrid storage systems creating customized solutions using a combination of battery technologies and monitoring software. Through Hydrogen Energy Solutions, Capstone Green Energy offers customers a variety of hydrogen products, including the company’s microturbine energy system. For customers with limited capital or short-term needs, Capstone offers rental systems; contact [email protected] for more information. To date, Capstone has shipped over 10,000 units to 83 countries and in FY21, saved customers an estimated $217 million in annual energy costs and 397,000 tons of carbon. Total savings over the last three years are estimated at 1,115,100 tons of carbon and $698 million in annual energy savings. To be an Insider Please subscribe to The Green Insider powered by ERENEWABLE wherever you get your podcast from and remember to leave us a five-star rating. This podcast is sponsored by UTSI International.  To learn more about our sponsor or ask about being a guest, contact ERENEWABLE and the Green Insider Podcast. The post Renewable Energy Is the Focus appeared first on eRENEWABLE.

This week Russ Bates, CEO of NXTGEN Clean Energy joins us on episode 176 of The Green Insider.  Russ founded NXTGEN as a one stop shop, concept to completion, single point of contact company for customized project development and execution of solar power, wind power, battery storage, solar lighting, and electric vehicle charging stations for businesses, homeowners, municipalities, health care facilities, schools, and so on. NXTGEN works with clients from concept to completion. Russ Bates Bio Russ Bates was born in the ‘coal country’ of Southern Indiana. He grew up in a small house built on an abandoned coal mine and had family and friends that made their living working in the mines. In the early ‘90s, Russ’ worked his first job as an IBEW electrician at a coal fired power plant. This fossil fuel power generation industry was incredibly strong, and his career continued at various coal fired and combined cycle (gas) power generation facilities. During this time, Russ grew increasingly interested in renewable energy technology and was inspired by its continued advancement. He has been directly involved with solar, battery storage and wind power generation projects as well as electric vehicle charging stations. The idea for NXTGEN Clean Energy Solutions was born of Russ’ passion for renewable energy. He recognized that there was sometimes a missing link between this technology and public awareness of its benefits. He also identified the issue of accessibility to various aspects of the technology even if the awareness is there. To be an Insider Please subscribe to The Green Insider powered by ERENEWABLE wherever you get your podcast from and remember to leave us a five-star rating. This podcast is sponsored by UTSI International.  To learn more about our sponsor or ask about being a guest, contact ERENEWABLE and the Green Insider Podcast. #solarpower #windpower #batterystorage #solarlighting #EVcharging stations #healthcarefacilities #schools #municipalities The post Concept to Completion Anything Energy and Sustainability appeared first on eRENEWABLE.

Hear Howard Walpert, CEO of the America’s with Commodities People tell all about their upcoming conference on episode 175 of The Green Insider. Commodity Trading Week Americas! is heading to Chicago on June 8-9 2023 at the Doubletree by Hilton Chicago Magnificent Mile. It’s going to be the must-attend event for anyone involved in commodity trading, with 650+ attendees and our most wide-ranging and comprehensive agenda to date. This year’s event features 5 unique content streams including ESG & The Path to Net Zero, Trading Digitalization, Trading & Risk, Shipping & Logistics and Trade Finance.We’ve got more than 65 industry experts lined up to share their insights and best practices on all the hot topics affecting commodity markets.  Not only will you get to learn from leaders in commodity trading, but there are some fantastic networking opportunities including an evening drinks reception. Don’t miss out on this exciting event, secure your space today. Best of all, it’s FREE* for commodity traders, producers and consumers – but spaces are limited so register today! To be an Insider Please subscribe to The Green Insider powered by ERENEWABLE wherever you get your podcast from and remember to leave us a five-star rating. This podcast is sponsored by UTSI International.  To learn more about our sponsor or ask about being a guest, contact ERENEWABLE and the Green Insider Podcast. #ESG #NetZero #TradingDigitalization #TradeRisk #Shipping #Logistics #TradeFinance #EnergyExperts #CommodityTraders #Producers #Consumers The post Commodities People Heads to the Windy City For Their Energy Conference appeared first on eRENEWABLE.

Thomas McQuillan, Chief Sales Officer of Do Good Foods tells us they are making a difference in taking food waste and turning it into chicken feed. Food waste is the number one item found in landfills. All of our listeners know that landfill waste creates methane and some scientists say that creates up to 84 times more CO2 than CO2 itself. On episode 174 of The Green Insider, hear how Do Good Foods has created a closed loop system that fits into the definition of a circular economy. Their mission is to reduce food waste thereby reducing greenhouse gas. Their plans include continuing to expand their sustainable food system throughout the United States in the years to come. About Today’s Guest Thomas McQuillan – Chief Sales Officer“Utilizing 100% of all food to feed people, animals and to rebuild our soil is an essential step needed to fight climate change. It’s an honor to be a part of a first-of-its-kind solution that upcycles surplus food at scale.” Thomas brings entrepreneurial knowledge, passion for sustainability and an impressive resume to his role in the Do Good leadership team’s pecking order.  Whether he is working to promote the value of upcycling food at retail and foodservice facilities or running business programs in Rome, Thomas has an impressive track record when it comes to using food as a force for good in fighting climate change.  He is instrumental in developing and implementing strategic sales initiatives, spearheading energy-efficient initiatives and focusing on reducing the amount of food to landfill to zero.  As part of the team of Do Good climate warriors, Thomas takes on challenges because he believes you have to join the fight to do what’s right!  To be an Insider Please subscribe to The Green Insider powered by ERENEWABLE wherever you get your podcast from and remember to leave us a five-star rating. This podcast is sponsored by UTSI International.  To learn more about our sponsor or ask about being a guest, contact ERENEWABLE and the Green Insider Podcast. #greenhousegas #methane #CO2 #chickenfeed #landfill #circulareconomy The post Food Waste and Chickens Factor Into The Circular Economy On The Green Insider appeared first on eRENEWABLE.

On this weeks Follower Friday of The Green Insider, we talk with Tim Berrigan, Executive Director and CEO of NAEMA. Hear all about what is going on at this year’s spring conference in Hilton Head. As always expect great networking, fun, and education. About NAEMA The North American Energy Markets Association (NAEMA) is an independent, nonprofit trade association representing entities involved in the buying and selling (marketing) of energy or in providing services to the energy industry. Members work together to promote an informed, efficient and open energy marketplace throughout North America. NAEMA has over 190 members with operations in 48 states and numerous Canadian provinces. NAEMA members own and operate over 700,000 megawatts of generating capacity and serve over 150 million electric and gas customers. To be an Insider Please subscribe to The Green Insider powered by ERENEWABLE wherever you get your podcast from and remember to leave us a five-star rating. This podcast is sponsored by UTSI International.  To learn more about our sponsor or ask about being a guest, contact ERENEWABLE and the Green Insider Podcast. The post The Energy Marketers Go to Hilton Head for NAEMA’s Spring Conference appeared first on eRENEWABLE.

This week on The Green Insider, hear how changing a culture within a company can make a difference in achieving sustainable goals. On episode 172 we talk everything regarding ESG and Sustainability with Jason Stanley, Managing Director USA with Position Green Group.  His journey has taken him from Australia to Texas A&M to Position Green where he leads their charge in the US markets. Position Green is built on four pillars:   Consulting where their focuses are ESG, human rights, communications, strategy, and reporting Their cloud base platform used to gather data to help firms track their ESG position eLearning Academy with courses from introducing ESG and sustainability to human rights Assurance, which provides a third party verification of other firms work to make sure the statements made are true and accurate. Jason explains how in the US market it is still considered a voluntary reporting market, so companies start with a material assessment and from there it leads to a sustainability report for their stakeholders.  They are seeing public companies have an urgent need for reporting.  Equally important is the investor sector using their data platform, and private companies using it to develop reports for their stakeholders. Learn more about our guest, Jason Stanley – Jason Stanley leads the US presence of Position Green Group, the leading Nordic independent sustainability software and advisory firm. He works with a wide range of companies across several sectors to support their sustainability programs at all levels and is a regular speaker covering ESG topics including finance, energy, and technology. Prior to joining Position Green, Jason served as Vice President of ESG and Investor Relations for one of the world’s largest and most geographically diverse offshore energy support vessel owners. During his nine years with the company, he held several senior leadership positions, including heading up the company’s marketing team and establishing and leading a subsea services division. Before moving into the maritime sector, Jason spent over 20 years championing the development and expansion of cutting-edge subsea robotics technology. He holds a Bachelor of Science in Ocean Engineering from Texas A&M University. Jason lives in Houston, Texas with his two children. For fun, he is a passionate obstacle course racer and currently serves as the Director for USAOCR, the national governing body for the sport in the USA. To be an Insider Please subscribe to The Green Insider powered by ERENEWABLE wherever you get your podcast from and remember to leave us a five-star rating. This podcast is sponsored by UTSI International.  To learn more about our sponsor or ask about being a guest, contact ERENEWABLE and the Green Insider Podcast. #ESG #Sustainability #HumanRights #data #ESGreporting #SustainabilityReport #eLearning The post Sustainability Reporting and ESG Scoring Simplified With Position Green appeared first on eRENEWABLE.

Jason Radisson, Founder and CEO of Movo is today’s guest on episode 171 of The Green Insider. Learn how Shift One automated and made a more efficient human resource process. Movo helps frontline workers find gainful employment in critical renewable industries such as wind and solar energy. Jason offers valuable insight regarding the workforce of tomorrow. He discusses how high demand jobs are moving employees from the fossil fuel industry into the clean energy markets. The Movo team is building a community making good paying jobs accessible and streamlining the employment process. As the clean tech space continues to grow. so does Movo. Here is some more information on this week’s guest. Jason Radisson is a serial unicorn breeder.  His latest venture is Movo (formerly Shift One), where he is Founder & CEO, a platform that is helping solve the global shortage of skilled front line workers, with more than 300,000 users from nurses to solar technicians.   Jason learned startup skills early in life. He was born to a 16-year old single mom, and worked blue-collar jobs from short order cook to HVAC technician to fund school and climb out of poverty. From that inauspicious start, he went on to Harvard, a Fulbright Scholarship, and McKinsey & Company.  Since becoming an entrepreneur, Jason has worked with more than a dozen first tier VCs, firms like Softbank, Accel, DST, Andreessen Horowitz, Monashees, and Sequoia. Together he and his teams have built and scaled multiple tech unicorns, platforms that today provide work and improved living standards to millions of workers, from Bogota to Boston.  In the early days of Uber he was a launcher and Regional General Manager in the western US. From there, Brazil’s 99-Taxis as Chief Operating Officer, where he grew the business 10x and sold it to Didi for $1B. He is also a member of the Rappi-Mafia, where he was an early investor and helped the Co-Founders build their Operations and Growth teams in the initial expansion across Latin America.  Today, more than 20 venture-backed Founders are alumni of his earlier teams.  Jason spends his time outside of work with his spouse and their small children. He’s also a lifelong distance runner, cyclist and skier. To be an Insider Please subscribe to The Green Insider powered by ERENEWABLE wherever you get your podcast from and remember to leave us a five-star rating. This podcast is sponsored by UTSI International.  To learn more about our sponsor or ask about being a sponsor, contact ERENEWABLE and the Green Insider Podcast. The post Movo Is Building a Community Making Employment Efficient appeared first on eRENEWABLE.

This week’s Follower Friday is a recap of the Energy Marketing Conference, EMC19.  In Houston 400+ attendees gathered to learn more about what is going on in the retail electricity market. On today’s episode of The Green Insider we talk to six attendees to see how they liked the conference: Frank McGovern, President of Clearview Electric Jon Sanchez-Casa, Partner Development Manager of Operation Warm Richard Spilky, Principal – Retail Analytics of Constellation Jerry Johns, CEO of Intelometry Gonzalo Pereyra, CFO of Red Energia PJ Popovic, CEO of Rhythm These six individuals represented the wide range of attendees at this year’s conference, from first-time attendee to speakers, to a board member, to Retailer of the Year winner.  On episode 170, you will hear from the background noise and our guest comments how action packed EMC19 was. Congratulations to Jack Duack and his team for pulling off another successful event. Here is some information about each company represented on this episode: Clearview Electric – a competitive retail electric and gas company dedicated to providing great customer value. The company has grown from an idea to supporting 100,000+ customers in 16 states.  Operation Warm – Providing children with warmth, confidence, and hope through basic need programs for over 24 years. #MoreThanACoat Constellation – the nation’s largest producer of carbon-free energy and the leading competitive retail supplier of power and energy products and services for homes and businesses across the United States.  Intelometry – a Technology and Consulting Services Company that specializes in retail electricity and natural gas market operations. Intelometry clients consist of retail energy suppliers, large energy users and user groups, and consulting firms located across the continental U.S. RedEnergia – was created to help Mexican companies better understand their energy supply options.  They have a bi-national US/Mexico team that is passionate in all areas of energy.  Rhythm Energy – a Texas-based renewable energy company that’s providing good energy to Texans, one 100% green-energy plan at a time. Energy that’s good for your wallet. Good for your planet. And good for your life. To be an Insider Please subscribe to The Green Insider powered by ERENEWABLE wherever you get your podcast from and remember to leave us a five-star rating. This podcast is sponsored by UTSI International.  To learn more about our sponsor or ask about being a sponsor, contact ERENEWABLE and the Green Insider Podcast. The post EMC19 Retail Energy Conference Full of Information – Hear From Attendees appeared first on eRENEWABLE.

On episode 169 of ERENEWABLE AND THE GREEN INSIDER PODCAST this week’s guest Shaun Six, President of UTSI provides a wealth of information.  UTSI considers themselves the first digital signature of the physical world. Their industrial control systems make the data measurable, repeatable, and consistent from the sensor to the control room, hear how this creates a predictive indicator to help anticipate issues.  Shaun goes on to talk about IIOT, cybersecurity, green energy, OT, transferring data, real-time science, resilience, DOE, battery storage, plus wind and solar farms.  Additionally, he gives a shout out to his blockchain bros. Simply put UTSI acquires data.  To learn more about what they do, all our followers are invited to their lunch and learn on May 22 at The ION in Houston.  Register here to learn more about increasing resiliency and sustainability while maintaining cybersecurity for critical infrastructures IT/OT convergence. To be an Insider Please subscribe to The Green Insider powered by ERENEWABLE wherever you get your podcast from and remember to leave us a five-star rating. This podcast is sponsored by UTSI International.  To learn more about our sponsor or ask about being a sponsor, contact ERENEWABLE and the Green Insider Podcast. The post Good Data Can Be Used To Anticipate Problems appeared first on eRENEWABLE.

On this week’s Follower Friday we welcome a fellow Kansas Jayhawk and fraternity brother, Allen Gilstrap, CEO of Stracker Solar. Today on ERENEWABLE and The Green Insider podcast hear everything Stracker, including how their elevated dual-axis solar tracking is more efficient and require a mere 5 sq-ft mounting pad on bare land or paved surface. Strackers provide full use of the ground below since the powerful PV array is elevated atop a 20-foot steel pole. This unique feature makes them perfect for parking lots, school yards, agricultural and industrial operations and much more. Allen goes on to talk about how the Stracker can be up to 70% more efficient than the traditional ground mounted solar panels. Their growth plans include adding strategically located EPCs across the United States to better serve everyone wanting a Stracker Solar, made in the USA. To be an Insider Please subscribe to The Green Insider powered by ERENEWABLE wherever you get your podcast from and remember to leave us a five-star rating. This podcast is sponsored by UTSI International.  To learn more about our sponsor or ask about being a sponsor, contact ERENEWABLE and the Green Insider Podcast. The post Stracker Solar Provides a more Efficient Solution For Energy appeared first on eRENEWABLE.

Usually people don’t think of data centers, bitcoin mining and clean energy working together, but they do. In today’s world, whenever you hear of a data center being built, it will be most likely used for bitcoin mining. On today’s episode 167 of The Green Insider podcast, hear energy professional Nathan Sprague, COO of Outlaw Mining, describe to us how these items all go together. Nathan, a returning guest of the podcast, talks about power structures such as PPAs, VPPAs, and merchant generation. From there, we discuss managing price risk and basis risk, congestion, curtailment, negative correlation and much more. Find out why building a data center behind the meter has it’s advantages versus outside the meter where an interconnection permit is needed. On average, a behind the meter project takes 45-60 days to complete a 50 MW facility. By the time you finish this podcast, you will understand why co-locating renewable projects will be the fastest way to develop a clean energy project. To be an Insider Please subscribe to The Green Insider powered by ERENEWABLE wherever you get your podcast from and remember to leave us a five-star rating. This podcast is sponsored by UTSI International.  To learn more about our sponsor or ask about being a sponsor, contact ERENEWABLE and the Green Insider Podcast. The post Data Centers and Bitcoin Mining Working Together For Clean Energy appeared first on eRENEWABLE.

On this episode of “The Green Insider” we come to you from the NAPE EXPO.  In today’s episode we talk with Jared Berg from Bracewell.  We discuss renewable energy, renewable natural gas, and ESG. Jared spoke in the renewable energy pavilion at NAPE, where he told the crowd, “Oil and gas and renewables are a perfect match.”  Additionally, he discussed behind the meter vs getting an interconnection permit to connect with the grid. I would like to thank Mark LaCour and his team from OGGN for inviting us to podcast from their podcast lounge, powered by Caterpillar.  A special shout out to all our listeners and followers that came by to listen to our podcast taping at the conference.  To be an Insider Please subscribe to The Green Insider powered by ERENEWABLE wherever you get your podcast from and remember to leave us a five-star rating. This podcast is sponsored by UTSI International.  To learn more about our sponsor or ask about being a sponsor, contact ERENEWABLE and the Green Insider Podcast. The post The NAPE Expo Is Not Just About Oil and Gas, Renewable Energy Is Now Involved appeared first on eRENEWABLE.

CEO Nick Cohen of Doral Renewable tells The Green Insider that their 13,000 acre solar farm in Indiana, Mammoth, is developing on schedule. This project is considered to be one of the largest in the United States. Doral has raised more than one billion dollars. Hear all the details on episode 165. The conversation around renewables has become a “geo-political issue” says Cohen. On today’s show, he talks about how renewables should give you hope in politics. We discuss PPA prices, supply chain, plus hydro and battery projects they are working on at Doral. His goal is to see Americans paying the lowest possible price for energy. Join us in this fascinating talk on The Green Insider podcast powered by ERENEWABLE. To be an Insider Please subscribe to The Green Insider powered by ERENEWABLE wherever you get your podcast from and remember to leave us a five-star rating. This podcast is sponsored by UTSI International.  To learn more about our sponsor or ask about being a sponsor, contact ERENEWABLE and the Green Insider Podcast. The post Mammoth Solar Project is on Schedule in Indiana for Doral Renewable appeared first on eRENEWABLE.

This week we hear from Lauren Scott, VP of Marketing and Sustainability and Adam Handler, Director of Corporate Sustainability and Communications at Acuity Brands. On episode 164 of The Green Insider, we take a deep dive into the world of corporate sustainability. Learn how their survey showed corporate interest rising , while the cost of sustainability is declining. Lauren and Adam discuss reporting in the USA and in the UK, along with emissions, energy efficiency, LED Lighting, scope 1,2, & 3 and a carbon reporting tool. Do yourself a favor to listen to these corporate sustainability experts on today’s episode of The Green Insider powered by ERENEWABLE. To be an Insider Please subscribe to The Green Insider powered by ERENEWABLE wherever you get your podcast from and remember to leave us a five-star rating. This podcast is sponsored by UTSI International.  To learn more about our sponsor or ask about being a sponsor, contact ERENEWABLE and the Green Insider Podcast. The post The State of Corporate Sustainability is Trending the Right Direction appeared first on eRENEWABLE.

Sunrun’s own Chris Rauscher, Sr. Director of Market Development and Policy joins us today on The Green Insider, powered by ERENEWABLE. Almost 800,000 homes, in 23 states, plus D.C. and Puerto Rico have solar panels installed by Sunrun. Chris tells us about Virtual Power Plants Distributed Energy, Demand Response, Net Metering and much more regarding residential solar. Do yourself a favor and stick around till the end of the show. Hear all about how Sunrun is working with Ford regarding the F150 Lightning. To be an Insider Please subscribe to The Green Insider powered by ERENEWABLE wherever you get your podcast from and remember to leave us a five-star rating. This podcast is sponsored by UTSI International.  To learn more about our sponsor or ask about being a sponsor, contact ERENEWABLE and the Green Insider Podcast. The post Distributed Energy, Rooftop Solar, Virtual Power Plants, and more appeared first on eRENEWABLE.

On this week’s Follower Friday we have Preston Ochsner, Managing Partner of Ochsner Interest. In episode 162 Preston discusses the ERCOT Interconnection Queue, the retail power M & A marketplace, and PPA prices. Today on The Green Insider hear about higher power prices, more applications in the generation interconnection queue, and continued consolidation in the Retail Electricity Provider space To be an Insider Please subscribe to The Green Insider powered by ERENEWABLE wherever you get your podcast from and remember to leave us a five-star rating. This podcast is sponsored by UTSI International.  To learn more about our sponsor or ask about being a sponsor, contact ERENEWABLE and the Green Insider Podcast. The post Interconnection Queue and the Electricity Prices Move Together appeared first on eRENEWABLE.