Best CleanTech Talk Podcasts (2025)

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11th Year of This Tesla/EV Raffle, and the Nonprofit Behind It 37:46

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It’s one of the coolest raffles on the internet: Win the Tesla or EV of your choice or $50K cash, all while supporting people in need. Learn how ChesedChicago made it happen — and how you can get your chance to win before they run out of tickets. Here's the link to join the raffle, and be sure to use coupon code CLEAN for $25 off 2 tickets or $500 …

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ROUSH CleanTech Talks Propane Innovation 1:37

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We caught up with Todd Mouw from ROUSH Clean Tech during NTEA's Work Truck Week 2025 to talk about the evolving fuel conversation in the fleet space. From the early push for natural gas to the electric wave and now a more uncertain future, ROUSH continues to lead with a common-sense approach.With over 3 billion miles logged across 3,000 fleets, Tod…

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AI PULSE - The Day AI Stopped Talking and Started Doing- the ChatGPT Agent release 23:34

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OpenAI Unveils ChatGPT Agent for Complex Multi-Step Task Execution Le Chat Unveils New Features for Enhanced User Experience and Interactive Interface OpenAI to Integrate Payment System in ChatGPT for Online Sales Commissions Humans Are Sounding More Like ChatGPT, New Study Suggests NVIDIA CEO Highlights AI's Benefits and Global Expansion Plans in …

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11th Year of This Tesla/EV Raffle, and the Nonprofit Behind It 37:46

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It’s one of the coolest raffles on the internet: Win the Tesla or EV of your choice or $50K cash, all while supporting people in need. Learn how ChesedChicago made it happen — and how you can get your chance to win before they run out of tickets. Here's the link to join the raffle, and be sure to use coupon code CLEAN for $25 off 2 tickets or $500 …

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From Quarries to Backing Challenges, Who Won Star Nation 2025? 7:30

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Eight of the best vocational truck operators from across North America went head-to-head in one unforgettable weekend of grit, skill, and pure trucking passion. The 2025 Western Star Star Nation Experience brought them to Daimler Truck North America’s proving grounds in Madras, Oregon, and only one team could walk away as the winner. Over four jam-…

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Hydrogen 101: What is hydrogen? 25:28

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ChatGPT 5 release and Why AI Podcasts Are Failing to Win Audiences 15:01

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OpenAI Plans $500 Billion Stock Sale to Enable Employee Cash Out Before IPO OpenAI Unveils Affordable, Customizable Language Models gpt-oss-120b and gpt-oss-20b Claude Opus 4.1 Google's Gemini 2.5 Deep Think Model Now Available for AI Ultra Subscribers ElevenLabs Launches AI Model for Commercially Cleared Music with Industry Partnerships Why AI Pod…

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Vehicles Moving Fleets: Adrian Steel’s Work Truck Product Suite 5:43

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Get a first look at Adrian Steel’s 2025 work truck product suite.In this episode of Vehicles Moving Fleets, Kyle Lakatos and Mark Henry from Adrian Steel walk us through a lineup of new and upcoming truck solutions designed to boost modularity, storage, and overall functionality for work truck fleets.They cover:- The new topper and modular liftgate…

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Vehicles Moving Fleets: Adrian Steel’s Next-Gen Van Shelving 1:53

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Josh Gerez from Adrian Steel walks us through the company’s next generation of interior shelving — designed to help fleet managers make the most of their cargo van space. See how their new continuous shelf design fits every van model on the market, adapts to different roof heights, and includes practical new accessories like upgraded bins that stay…

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Vehicles Moving Fleets: BrightDrop 600 1:52

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Join us as Doug Lemasters from the General Motors Mobile Service team walks us through the BrightDrop 600 Mobile Service Van, a fully equipped mobile maintenance solution designed to bring efficient, clean, and convenient service directly to GM Envolve customers.Key Features of the BrightDrop 600 Mobile Service Van:- Tire Changing & Balancing – Out…

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Vehicles Moving Fleets: Updates to the Freightliner Custom Chassis MT50e 2:53

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Join Work Truck for an exclusive walkthrough of the latest Freightliner Custom Chassis MT50e updates with Mark Childers from Freightliner Custom Chassis Corp.Key Updates & Features:- New AC Charging Option – In addition to DC fast charging, the MT-50E now supports Level 1 & Level 2 AC charging, offering more flexibility for fleet operations.- New B…

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It's a Truck! — The Walkaround You Didn’t Know You Needed 6:10

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What happens when the folks at Isuzu Commercial Truck of America and the Work Truck video crew switch roles? Chaos. Comedy. And a whole lot of “This is a truck!” energy.At Work Truck Week 2025, we let Isuzu's product manager take over the camera while our camera guy stepped in to handle the walkaround. Both were fully confident. Neither had any ide…

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Fleet 101: How to Spec a Work Truck from Chassis to Upfit 16:18

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Building a work-ready commercial truck isn’t just about picking a make and model — it’s a multi-step process involving multiple players, and every decision matters. In this episode of Truck Chat: Fleet 101, Lauren Fletcher sits down with Jacob Larimore, Chief Operating Officer at EAVX, a JB Poindexter & Co. business unit, to walk through the entire…

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Fleet 101: What You Need to Know About Grille Guards 22:27

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Grille guards for trucks: Are they really worth it? In this episode of Fleet 101, Lauren Fletcher breaks it down with Adam Roorda from Ex-Guard Industries, covering everything fleet managers need to know about grille guards, bumper protection, and reducing front-end damage. These aren’t just accessories — grille guards are a frontline defense that …

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Work Truck Week Voices: Why People Are the Industry’s Backbone 4:34

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At Work Truck Week 2025, we hit the show floor to ask: Why are the people in the work truck and fleet industry so important? What makes them so amazing? From fleet managers to upfitters, manufacturers to service providers, the heart of this industry isn’t just the trucks — it’s the dedicated professionals who keep them running. In this quick interv…

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Planning the grid to meet future energy demand | A discussion on the future of the grid, AI, energy innovation, and delivering the electricity supply we will need in the coming decades 1:11:07

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The grid “is designed for the core components - supplying electricity - but we are definitely pushing it to its limits,” says Melissa Lott, Partner for energy technologies at Microsoft*. The electricity grid has been described as one of the greatest achievements of human civilisation, because of its complexity, scale, and essential role in our soci…

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Why Fleet People are the Best People 4:40

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Have you heard of a fleet manager before? Or the commercial fleet industry? Fleet is the industry that keeps our world moving - literally. And at Work Truck, we always hear the same thing: folks stay in this industry because of the people.In this Fleet People video, we hit the show floor to ask fleet pros — what makes the people in this industry st…

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Faces of Fleet: DieselGirl is Fueled by Curiosity, Driven by Grit 30:52

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In this episode of Faces of Fleet, I chat with Missy Albin — also known as DieselGirl — about her path from childhood curiosity to becoming a master-certified diesel technician and outspoken advocate for women in the fleet maintenance world.Missy didn’t take a traditional route into diesel tech. She started in graphic design but quickly realized he…

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Faces of Fleet: Empowering Women in Fleet Safety 22:34

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Welcome to Faces of Fleet, where we highlight the people driving change in the fleet industry. In this episode, Lauren Fletcher sits down with Judie Nuskey, Director of Operations at Advanced Driver Training Services, to explore her journey in fleet safety, mentorship, and industry innovation.Judie’s path wasn’t conventional: she’s worked in accoun…

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Truck Chat: Top Work Truck & Van Fleet News [July 2025] 8:09

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What’s new, what’s next, and what’s actually working in fleet? Let’s break it down.In this Truck Chat Monthly Recap for June 2025, we’re digging into what vocational fleets are really facing this summer — from blazing temps to big budget challenges — and how light- and medium-duty pros are staying cool, staying safe, and staying ahead.Here’s what w…

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Octopus Energy’s Role in the Future of Sustainable Power 38:37

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In this episode of CleanTech Talk, Nick Chaset, CEO of Octopus Energy US, dives into the future of clean energy and how AI technology is reshaping the industry. With operations in 18 countries and nearly 10 million customers, Octopus Energy is leading the charge in making renewable energy more accessible, affordable, and smarter. Chaset shares how …

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Octopus Energy’s Role in the Future of Sustainable Power 38:37

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In this episode of CleanTech Talk, Nick Chaset, CEO of Octopus Energy US, dives into the future of clean energy and how AI technology is reshaping the industry. With operations in 18 countries and nearly 10 million customers, Octopus Energy is leading the charge in making renewable energy more accessible, affordable, and smarter. Chaset shares how …

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Legends of Fleet: Lisa Kneggs on Using Technology to Drive Efficiency 19:04

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In this episode of Fleet Legends, (sponsored by Legend Fleet) we sit down with Lisa Kneggs, a respected fleet leader and fleet manager for Farmer Brothers. She highlights significant changes in fleet management, such as government regulations and the rise of telematics, which improved safety and mileage tracking. Hosted by Lauren Fletcher, your fle…

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From Wrenches to Leadership: Scott Rood’s Fleet Story 15:20

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In this episode of Fleet Legends, sponsored by Legend Fleet, we sit down with Scott Rood — a respected fleet leader and consultant for RTA: The Fleet Success Company whose dedication to data, integrity, and team development helped shape a decades-long career in fleet excellence. Hosted by Lauren Fletcher, your fleet industry storyteller, this episo…

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From the Garage Up: Lessons from Public Fleet Powerhouse Sam Lamerato 51:41

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In this episode of Fleet Legends, sponsored by Legend Fleet, we sit down with Sam Lamerato, a true pioneer in public fleet management with over 40 years of experience, countless accolades, and a legacy that continues to shape the industry. Hosted by Lauren Fletcher, VP of Content at Bobit and longtime fleet storyteller, this candid conversation exp…

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What an 'Unapologetic Focus' on US Competitiveness Means for Climate Action 59:23

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This week on Political Climate we’re live from Aspen Ideas: Climate in Chicago. We were joined by guest Greg Bertelsen, CEO of the Climate Leadership Council, and former senior director of energy and resources policy at the National Association of Manufacturers, as well as a fantastic live audience. The "energy transition” has been underway for dec…

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AI PULSE - ChatGPT 5 in August and When Smart AI Gets Dumber 15:01

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OpenAI prepares to launch GPT-5 in August Anthropic Upgrades Claude iOS App with Memory, Artifacts Gallery, and Task Automation Gemini Deep Think AI Excels at 2025 International Mathematical Olympiad with Gold Medal Performance When Smart AI Gets Dumber - The Overthinking Problem #AI, #ChatGPT5, #OpenAI, #Anthropic, #GeminiAI, #AIPerformance, #Over…

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EV AND CLEANTECH PULSE - How Old Dubai Beat the Heat 10:39

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Tesla Unveils Initial Builds of More Affordable Electric Car Models Google Partners with Energy Dome for CO2-Based Energy Storage to Challenge Fossil Fuels How Old Dubai Beat the Heat #EV, #Cleantech, #Dubai, #Tesla, #Google, #EnergyStorage, #FossilFuelsBy Yakov Becker

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STARTUPS PULSE - Why your power users are your biggest product risk 13:45

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Vanta Raises $150M, Valuation Hits $4 Billion, Serving 12,000 Customers Including Atlassian Amazon's Acquisition of AI Wearables Startup Bee Raises Privacy Concerns Why your power users are your biggest product risk #startups, #powerusers, #productrisk, #Vanta, #Amazon, #AIwearables, #privacyconcerns…

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What will energy look like 5 years after the 'Big Beautiful Bill?' The Energy Gang report from 2030. 1:14:57

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In this episode, we take a trip in a time machine, five years into the future. 2030 has been set as a deadline for many climate goals, and is a milestone for checking progress towards a low-carbon energy system. Ed Crooks, Amy Myers Jaffe and Melissa Lott imagine themselves five years from now, and look back at how the US energy industry has change…

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EV AND CLEANTECH PULSE - Electric Dreams and Policy Nightmares 15:03

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Uber to Deploy 20,000 Robotaxis with Lucid and Nuro Partnership Tesla Expands EV Lineup in China with New Models Amid Price War Competition Lucid Motors Sets Record for Longest Electric Car Journey on Single Charge Electric Dreams and Policy Nightmares #EV, #cleantech, #robotaxis, #Tesla, #LucidMotors, #electriccars, #policy…

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STARTUPS PULSE - The Browser Wars Are Back - And AI is the Weapon 20:01

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Reflection AI Launches Asimov Code Comprehension Agent Thinking Machines Lab Raises $2 Billion to Develop Safer AI Systems Cognition Acquires AI Startup Windsurf, Boosting AI-Powered IDEs and Coding Agents The Browser Wars Are Back - And AI is the Weapon #startups, #AI, #browserwars, #codecomprehension, #AIsystems, #IDE, #technology…

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Legends of Fleet: From Sales Floors to Fleet Floors 35:56

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In this episode of Fleet Legends, sponsored by Legend Fleet, we sit down with John Dmochowsky — a true trailblazer whose journey from sales into global fleet leadership is packed with real-world lessons, honest insights, and heart. Hosted by Lauren Fletcher, VP of Content at Bobit and longtime fleet storyteller, this candid conversation covers John…

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Fleet 101: Introduction to Work Orders 14:11

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What is a work order, and why does it matter so much to your fleet? In this episode of Fleet 101 with insights from Brianna Perry of Fleetio, we dig into the real value of work orders and how digital tools are helping fleets move beyond sticky notes and spreadsheets. From tracking downtime and service duration to managing preventive maintenance and…

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Legends of Fleet: Larry Campbell on People, Planning, and the Power of Patience 37:42

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In this episode of Fleet Legends, sponsored by Legend Fleet, we sit down with Larry Campbell — an award-winning fleet leader with decades of experience in both private and public sectors.From managing one of the largest county fleets in the country to mentoring the next generation, Larry shares what’s changed most in fleet management, what’s stayed…

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Legends of Fleet: Rick Longobart’s Insights on the Changing World of Fleet Management 27:40

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Welcome to the Fleet Legends Interview Series, sponsored by Legend Fleet. This series captures the stories of experienced fleet professionals, industry pioneers, and leaders who have shaped the fleet world through years of dedication and innovation. In this episode, Lauren Fletcher, Vice President of Content at Bobit, sits down with Rick Longobart,…

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AI PULSE - xAI Unveils Grok 4 and Hugging Face $299 Robot Revolution 19:16

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AWS Launches AI Agent Marketplace in Partnership with Anthropic at New York Summit Amazon May Boost Investment in AI Firm Anthropic Beyond $8 Billion Elon Musk's X Removes AI Chatbot Grok Following Antisemitic Content Controversy OpenAI delays the release of its open model, again xAI Unveils Grok 4 Model and SuperGrok Heavy Subscription Amid Contro…

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EV AND CLEANTECH PULSE - The Polar Vortex Paradox or Why We Still Have Extreme Winter Cold 11:46

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Grok Chatbot to Integrate with Tesla Vehicles Next Week, Offers Various Personalities Tesla Seeks Approval for Robotaxi Testing in Phoenix to Compete with Waymo #EV, #cleantech, #polarvortex, #Tesla, #robotaxi, #Waymo, #PhoenixBy Yakov Becker

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STARTUPS PULSE - Acknowledge That Competition Is a Good Thing 14:57

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OpenAI Acquires Hardware Startup io Products Inc. for $6.5 Billion LangChain: AI Infrastructure Startup Behind LangSmith Raises Funds at $1 Billion Valuation Acknowledge That Competition Is a Good Thing #startups, #competition, #OpenAI, #acquisition, #LangChain, #AI, #valuationBy Yakov Becker

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The Big Bill Got Done. Now What? 41:23

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Now that Congress has passed and President Trump has signed into law the One Big Beautiful Bill Act, we talk about the final language and what it means for the U.S. energy sector on this episode of Political Climate. We discuss short term implications for solar and wind developers, particularly in light of a new executive order calling for new Trea…

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Inside the ‘crazy grid’: why the future of energy needs everything, everywhere, all at once 1:12:37

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Building out the electricity grid was traditionally a predictable and straightforward business. Now it’s like trying to land a jet on a moving aircraft carrier in the dark. That’s a quote from this week’s guest Quinn Nakayama. He’s the senior director of Grid Research and Innovation at Pacific Gas & Electric (PG&E). He joins host Ed Crooks and regu…

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AI PULSE - Apple may use ChatGPT or Claude and Why There Are No New Ideas in AI - Only New Datasets 17:44

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Apple may use ChatGPT or Claude to power its smarter Siri Explainer: Will the EU delay enforcing its AI Act? Anthropic's Revenue Hits $4 Billion Amid High AI Salaries and Inflation Challenges Perplexity launches a $200 monthly subscription plan xAI Secures $10 Billion for Grok AI Development Amid Controversy and Competition OpenAI CEO Criticizes Me…

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EV AND CLEANTECH PULSE - The 43-Second Breakthrough That’s Rewriting Fusion’s Future 11:02

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Google's electricity demand is skyrocketing Tesla's New Nevada LFP Battery Factory Aims to Cut Reliance on Chinese Suppliers The 43-Second Breakthrough That's Rewriting Fusion's Future #EV, #CleanTech, #FusionEnergy, #Google, #Tesla, #BatteryFactory, #InnovationBy Yakov Becker

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STARTUPS PULSE - Ilya Sutskever is the new CEO of Safe Superintelligence and The Art of Cold-Emailing Billionaires 15:52

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Ilya Sutskever Named CEO of Safe Superintelligence, Aiming for Independence Navigating Investment Risks and Opportunities in AI Startups Grammarly Acquires Superhuman to Boost AI Email and Communication Productivity The Art of Cold-Emailing Billionaires #AI, #Startups, #Superintelligence, #Investment, #ColdEmailing, #Grammarly, #Acquisitions…

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The Big Beautiful Bill is close to passing. What would it mean for clean energy in the US? 1:09:38

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This week the US budget reconciliation legislation, dubbed the ‘One Big Beautiful Bill’, squeaked through the Senate on a 51/50 vote. The bill has wide-ranging implications for energy in the US, including an imminent end to tax credits for wind and solar power. To discuss what the new legislation means, host Ed Crooks is joined by regular guest Amy…

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AI PULSE - ElevenLabs releases a stand-alone app and How Far Can Reasoning Models Scale 17:23

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Leak reveals Grok might soon edit your spreadsheets Salesforce Embraces AI for Efficiency, Leading to Workforce Reductions in Tech Industry DeepSeek's AI Model Development Hindered by Nvidia Processor Shortage and U.S. Export Restrictions Claude artifacts expand to enable AI-powered app creation Imagen 4 Launches with Enhanced Text Rendering for Di…

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EV AND CLEANTECH PULSE - How China made electric vehicles mainstream 22:21

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Tesla's Robotaxi Service Launches in Austin with Model Y Vehicles Tesla's Limited Robotaxi Service Debuts in Austin with Safety Monitors How China made electric vehicles mainstream #electricvehicles, #cleantech, #China, #Tesla, #robotaxi, #Austin, #ModelYBy Yakov Becker

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STARTUPS PULSE - Sam Altmam advise to share your ideas and Why Chaos is a Ladder 19:21

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Cluely Secures $15 Million from Andreessen Horowitz Amid Shift to Rapid Market Adaptation The Importance of Sharing Ideas for Startup Success and Overcoming Secrecy Fears Springboards AI: Inspiring Creativity with Intentional Inaccuracies and Human Collaboration Chaos is a Ladder #startups, #SamAltman, #innovation, #AI, #entrepreneurship, #marketad…

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The Grid's 'All Hands on Deck' Moment 59:44

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U.S. grid operators braced for a surge in electricity demand and possible power outages this week as scorching temperatures hit the eastern half of the country. Heat waves are just one of the challenges facing increasingly strained electricity systems across the country, amid rapidly growing demand from data centers and a looming shortfall in suppl…

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EBOS: the unsung hero that’s accelerating clean energy deployment | How Shoals is improving utility-scale solar performance 27:16

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Sponsored content from Shoals Technologies Group. EBOS – electrical balance of systems – includes everything that carries electricity from solar panels to the grid: wiring, switches, connector boxes and other components. It might not grab headlines, but it’s the backbone of every solar and storage project, and is essential to performance, reliabili…