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Renewable Rides
Gareth Evans & Dan Roberts
105 episodes
1 week ago
What if the biggest energy risk facing the world isn’t climate, but dependence? In this highlight episode, Kingsmill Bond joins the show to unpack why energy security has suddenly become one of the most urgent global issues. You’ll learn how decades of reliance on imported fossil fuels left much of the world exposed, why geopolitics has changed long-held assumptions about access to energy, and which regions are now most vulnerable to disruption. Listen in to hear why solar and wind fundament...
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What if the biggest energy risk facing the world isn’t climate, but dependence? In this highlight episode, Kingsmill Bond joins the show to unpack why energy security has suddenly become one of the most urgent global issues. You’ll learn how decades of reliance on imported fossil fuels left much of the world exposed, why geopolitics has changed long-held assumptions about access to energy, and which regions are now most vulnerable to disruption. Listen in to hear why solar and wind fundament...
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Renewable Rides
Top Moment from Our Talk with Ember’s Kingsmill Bond on Electrotech and Energy Security
What if the biggest energy risk facing the world isn’t climate, but dependence? In this highlight episode, Kingsmill Bond joins the show to unpack why energy security has suddenly become one of the most urgent global issues. You’ll learn how decades of reliance on imported fossil fuels left much of the world exposed, why geopolitics has changed long-held assumptions about access to energy, and which regions are now most vulnerable to disruption. Listen in to hear why solar and wind fundament...
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1 week ago
16 minutes

Renewable Rides
Ep 102: Power Market Dynamics with Author and Analyst Meredith Angwin
What if the electric grid you rely on every single day is far more fragile than you think? In this episode, energy expert and author Meredith Angwin breaks down how our grid actually works and why the system behind it is more complicated, interdependent, and vulnerable than most people realize. Through her deep experience across nuclear, geothermal, and renewable systems, Meredith reveals the hidden mechanics of grid governance, how power plants get paid, why markets behave strangely during e...
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2 weeks ago
45 minutes

Renewable Rides
Top Moment from Amory Lovins on Powering a Resilient Future
What if the energy systems your business relies on today aren’t as secure or efficient as you think? In this highlight episode, we sit down with Amory Lovins, cofounder of RMI and a pioneer in integrative design, to explore how business leaders can leverage local microgrids, second-life EV batteries, and advanced efficiency strategies to cut costs, improve reliability, and future-proof operations. Listen in as we break down how smarter design, flexible usage, and modular storage can turn ene...
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3 weeks ago
11 minutes

Renewable Rides
Ep 101: Strategies to Influence Change in Energy Policy, Insights from Communications Leader Chris Moyer
Have you ever wondered how business leaders in clean energy can actually influence policy? Today we're joined by Chris Moyer, who shares his whirlwind journey into the heart of clean energy policy. From standing next to President Obama to navigating major legislation like the Inflation Reduction Act, Chris explains how businesses can use strategic communications to drive meaningful change in energy policy, shape public opinion, and support sustainable growth. Listen in to learn why policy ca...
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1 month ago
38 minutes

Renewable Rides
Top Moment from Insights into Commercial Real Estate Technology Trends with JLL’s Lee Jackson
How is technology rewriting the definition of commercial real estate value? In this highlight episode, we sit down with Lee Jackson, Co-Founder at Bridgeline, to explore how some of the world’s largest property owners are reimagining their portfolios through innovation, energy transformation, and digital infrastructure. You’ll learn how these shifts are changing the way owners think about revenue, resilience, and sustainability—and what that means for investors and tenants alike. From ...
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1 month ago
15 minutes

Renewable Rides
Ep 100: Amory Lovins on Integrative Design for Efficiency, Grid Reliability and Powering Datacenters
What if the path to a clean energy future isn’t just about building more solar panels or wind turbines? In this episode, we sit down with physicist Amory Lovins, cofounder of RMI and a pioneer in integrative design, to explore revolutionary ways to optimize buildings, vehicles, and industrial processes for maximum efficiency and minimal cost. From passive solar farms in the Rocky Mountains to ultra-lightweight electric cars, you’ll discover how small design choices can save massive amounts of...
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1 month ago
1 hour 9 minutes

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Ep 99: Deep Dive on Onsite Energy Project Procurement, Risks and Cost Drivers
What if the biggest risks to your solar investment aren’t the ones you can see? In this episode, we sit down with Calvin Fine, Head of Market Operations and VECKTA Co-Founder, to unpack the hidden pitfalls and proven strategies behind commercial energy projects. From tax credit compliance and workmanship guarantees to maintenance planning and supplier accountability, you’ll learn how businesses can confidently approach solar and battery installations while safeguarding long-term performance a...
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2 months ago
1 hour 1 minute

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Ep 98: Navigating the New Solar and Storage ITC Requirements
What’s really changed in the solar market since the “One Big Beautiful Bill” passed? In this episode, Dan Roberts and Marc Palmer, Founder and CEO of Conductor Solar, break down how the act’s tax credits, FIAC compliance, and construction timelines are reshaping the landscape for solar developers and investors. You’ll learn how to navigate new ITC and depreciation rules, what’s required for “beginning of construction,” and how developers can position projects to avoid compliance pitfalls. Mar...
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2 months ago
36 minutes

Renewable Rides
Ep 97: How Utilities are Dealing with the Storm of Surging Demand, an Aging Grid and Climate Risk
What happens when rising demand, an aging grid, extreme weather, and the AI boom all collide? U.S. utilities are facing what some are calling the “perfect storm,” and the ripple effects are set to reshape electricity rates, reliability, and long-term energy strategies. In this episode, we break down why demand is skyrocketing after two decades of flat growth, how utilities are responding, and what it means for businesses and households alike. From data center-driven load surges and billion-do...
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2 months ago
33 minutes

Renewable Rides
Ep 96: The Price of Power: Examining the Costs Behind Keeping the Lights On and What's Next with Mark Ellis
Why do your energy bills keep rising? And where is all that money really going? In this episode, economic and financial consultant Mark Ellis breaks down the inner workings of utility economics and regulation, sharing a unique insider’s view of how utilities make money, what drives their profits, and why regulatory models often leave consumers paying more than they should. Listen in to hear why some seemingly cost-effective solutions—like behind-the-meter batteries—never gained tractio...
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3 months ago
1 hour 7 minutes

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Ep 95: The Utility of the Future and the Community Power Model with San Diego Community Power CEO, Karin Burns
What if the biggest roadblocks to clean energy weren’t the technology itself, but the time it takes to connect that power to the grid? In this episode, San Diego Community Power CEO, Karin Burns, dives deep into the future of renewable energy, community choice aggregation (CCAs), and how innovative solutions like virtual power plants are transforming the way we generate, store, and use electricity. You’ll learn how CCAs create cleaner, more affordable power while building local jobs, wh...
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3 months ago
48 minutes

Renewable Rides
Ep 94: Linking Sustainability with Profitability and Impact - Our Conversation with Business Resilience Strategist Melanie Larkins
What if sustainability wasn’t just about compliance but about unlocking hidden value in your business? In this conversation with Melanie Larkins, a global sustainability strategist with over 20 years of ESG leadership experience, you’ll learn how systems thinking, strategic decision-making, and ROI-focused approaches can transform sustainability from a cost center into a driver of innovation, efficiency, and growth. You’ll discover the biggest barriers preventing businesses from fully l...
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4 months ago
42 minutes

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Ep 93: The Potential of Hydrogen and Business in Reversing Climate Change with Entrepreneur, Author and Expert Rinaldo Brutoco
Can business innovation really reverse climate change? In this episode, entrepreneur and founder of the World Business Academy, Rinaldo Brutoco, shares why he believes traditional institutions have failed to address the scale of the environmental crisis and why it's up to business leaders to step up with bold, transformative solutions. You'll learn how Rinaldo’s early experiences shaped his belief in enterprise as a force for good and why a mindset shift to stewardship is essential for real c...
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5 months ago
48 minutes

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Ep 92: One AI Platform for All 50 States - Making Sense of Energy Utility Filings with Halcyon Co-Founder Nat Bullard
What if the biggest bottleneck in America’s clean energy transition isn’t technology… but information? In this episode, we sit down with Nat Bullard, co-founder of Halcyon, to explore how AI and machine learning are revolutionizing the way energy policy data is accessed and used. Nat explains how his lifelong passion for organizing complex systems has led to a career dedicated to decoding the regulatory chaos of U.S. energy markets. You’ll hear how his team tackles the “hairball” of unstructu...
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5 months ago
51 minutes

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Ep 91: Middle East Tensions and Energy Supply Chain Shocks - What Companies Need to Consider
Global energy volatility is no longer just a geopolitical concern; it's a direct risk to your bottom line. Let's discuss how tensions around the Strait of Hormuz impact fuel and electricity prices worldwide, and why now is the critical moment to rethink your energy strategy for profitability and resilience. Listen in as we cover the economic ripple effects triggered by disruptions in oil and LNG shipping lanes, the surprising correlations between oil and natural gas prices during global crise...
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6 months ago
21 minutes

Renewable Rides
Ep 90: Spotlight on Texas Energy Policy and Unpacking the Impact of the Big Beautiful Bill on Distributed Generation
The pace of policy change is accelerating, and if you're in the energy space, you can't afford to fall behind. Let’s break down the latest legislative shifts shaking up the U.S. energy landscape from Texas to Washington and what they mean for onsite energy projects, investor confidence, and the future of distributed energy. Listen in as we cover the highs and lows of recent state and federal bills, including the surprising defeat of three anti-renewable proposals in Texas, the potential of SB...
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6 months ago
19 minutes

Renewable Rides
Ep 89: A New Suite of Solutions for the New World: Our Talk with Ember’s Kingsmill Bond on Electrotech and Energy Security
The global energy transition is moving fast—are you ready for what comes next? Today's guest is Kingsmill Bond, energy strategist at Ember, who joins the show to unpack the seismic shift underway in how we power our world—and why clinging to outdated solutions could spell economic stagnation. He introduces “electrotech,” the production of electricity from solar and wind, smart usage via EVs and heat pumps, and connected technologies like batteries and grids. These innovations benefit from ste...
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6 months ago
47 minutes

Renewable Rides
Ep 88: Lessons From the Recent Major Outages and Putting a Value on Resilience
What happens when an entire country goes dark? In this episode, we break down three recent massive power outages — in Spain, Chile, and at London’s Heathrow Airport — that disrupted millions of lives and exposed the fragility of our global energy infrastructure. You’ll learn what triggered each blackout, why these failures are more than just isolated incidents, and how interconnected, inverter-heavy grids are creating new vulnerabilities in a world rapidly shifting to renewables. We also unpa...
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7 months ago
22 minutes

Renewable Rides
Ep 87: Insights into Commercial Real Estate Technology Trends with JLL’s Lee Jackson
Lee Jackson, Senior Vice President of Digital Solutions at JLL, joins the show to share his unconventional journey and how his unique background gives him an edge in transforming real estate portfolios. You'll hear how shifting consumer behavior, from traditional retail to immersive destination experiences, has forced the industry to adapt, and how digital tools are helping it do just that. Lee also breaks down the key differences between public and private ownership structures, how ass...
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7 months ago
43 minutes

Renewable Rides
Ep 86: The Business Value of Sustainability: Our Discussion with UPS, CBRE, Jamestown and Southface Institute
What if the key to long-term profit isn’t faster growth, but smarter, greener strategy? In this panel discussion, leaders from UPS, CBRE, Jamestown, and Southface Institute break down why sustainability isn’t just good for the planet—it’s smart business. James Marlow opens the conversation by challenging the obsession with quarterly gains, advocating instead for "hundred-year thinking." Becca Timms, Tommy Bledsoe, and Zach Marchlik share how companies like UPS are tracking emissions across fa...
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8 months ago
47 minutes

Renewable Rides
What if the biggest energy risk facing the world isn’t climate, but dependence? In this highlight episode, Kingsmill Bond joins the show to unpack why energy security has suddenly become one of the most urgent global issues. You’ll learn how decades of reliance on imported fossil fuels left much of the world exposed, why geopolitics has changed long-held assumptions about access to energy, and which regions are now most vulnerable to disruption. Listen in to hear why solar and wind fundament...