Best Brian Campbell Lynch Podcasts (2025)

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Building Community Trust in Clean Energy with Hilary Clark 32:41

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In this episode, James talks with Hilary Clark, Senior Director of Social Licensing at the American Clean Power Association (ACP). With over two decades in permitting and regulatory affairs, Hilary brings deep expertise on how clean energy developers can effectively engage communities and navigate the complex siting landscape in the U.S. They discu…

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Orchestrating Power for Data Centers with Brian Janous of Cloverleaf 33:17

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In this episode, James talks with Brian Janous, Co-Founder and Chief Commercial Officer at Cloverleaf Infrastructure and former Head of Energy at Microsoft. With 25+ years in the utility space — including a decade leading Microsoft’s cloud energy strategy — Brian shares what it was like to scale power procurement during the hyperscale boom and why …

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Real-Time Clean Energy Insights 34:05

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In this episode, James talks with Michael Thomas, Founder of CleanView and creator of Distilled. Michael has built a career around impactful storytelling and actionable data, aiming to accelerate clean energy adoption. From tech marketing to climate entrepreneurship, he has channeled his curiosity into initiatives that demystify energy trends and e…

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Inside the Rapid Rise of Data Centers with Pat Lynch 35:49

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In this episode, James talks with Pat Lynch, Executive Managing Director and Global Head of Data Center Solutions at CBRE. With 30+ years in digital infrastructure, Pat shares his journey from early fiber builds in the 90s to leading CBRE’s global data center strategy. They discuss how CBRE’s data center business scaled from 3% to 10% of company re…

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Al and Early De-Risking: The Future of Solar Development 37:08

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In this episode, James sits down with Paces colleagues Kyle Baranko and Tony Wagler to discuss their new white paper, “Pre-Development at Scale: Modeling Risk in Early-Stage Solar Development”. They dive into how AI, probabilistic methods, and standardized development workflows can dramatically reduce soft costs and increase project success rates. …

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Investing in Early-Stage Energy Developers with Christine Larson 32:24

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In this episode, we sit down with Christine Larson, Head of Strategy & Operations at Modern Energy and interim COO at Industrial Sun, to explore how early-stage developers can thrive in a landscape defined by high complexity, capital intensity, and shifting market signals. Christine shares how Modern’s model goes beyond funding—providing hands-on o…

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The AI Power Puzzle: Grid Flexibility vs. Off Grid Microgrids 44:07

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The power demands of AI data centers are skyrocketing—but how will we meet them? In this episode, James sits down with Tyler Norris (Duke University) and Kyle Baranko (Paces) to dig into two influential white papers offering different solutions. One explores off-grid, solar-plus-storage microgrids as a fast, clean option. The other highlights how w…

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Beyond the Grid: The Race to Reimagine Energy with Nan Ransohoff & Duncan Campbell - E140 33:38

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In this episode, we sit down with Nan Ransohoff and Duncan Campbell to discuss the evolving landscape of solar microgrids, AI data centers, and the urgent need for climate-driven innovation. Duncan reflects on how today’s energy solutions are just the beginning, predicting a future where bold, disruptive action reshapes the grid. We dive into: How …

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Unlocking Land for Solar with Scott Aaronson - E139 30:52

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In this episode, we sit down with Scott Aaronson, founder and CEO of Demeter Land Development, to explore his unexpected path from criminal defense attorney to renewable energy land origination expert. Scott recounts how his real estate ventures led him to community solar development, shedding light on the evolving challenges of securing land for d…

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Powering the Future: Data Centers, AI, and Energy with Peter Hans Hirschboeck - E138 34:20

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In this episode, we sit down with Peter Hans Hirschboeck, founder and managing director of impactECI, to explore the rapidly evolving world of data centers and energy infrastructure. With a background in electrical engineering and years of experience leading energy projects at AWS, Peter shares invaluable insights on how the demand for AI computing…

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Navigating the Future of Energy Storage with Paul Reed - E137 34:26

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In this episode, Paul Reed, Founder and CEO of RSunrise Energy, joins host James McWalter to discuss his journey in energy storage and the evolving landscape of renewable power. The conversation explores: Paul's background in chemical engineering and his transition into the energy storage sector, spanning nearly 15 years. The early days of demand r…

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Customer-Centric Solar Development with Erica Brinker - E136 38:16

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In this episode, Erica Brinker, Chief Commercial and Sustainability Officer at Chaberton Energy and board member of the Coalition for Community Solar Access, shares her unique career journey and insights into the renewable energy sector. The conversation covers: Erica’s early roles in the fashion and luxury goods industry, followed by her transitio…

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Building Community Solar Success with Sarah Moon - E135 36:08

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Sarah Moon, Co-Founder of FieldWorks Power, shares her career journey and expertise in the renewable energy sector. The conversation covers: Sarah’s path from studying geology to leading renewable energy initiatives at companies like Solstice Power Technologies and DSD Renewables. Strategies for community solar companies to enter and succeed in eme…

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Building a Sustainable Future with Ty Baccile - E134 34:14

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Ty Baccile, Director of Solar Development at New Energy Equity and a Board Member of NYSEA, shares his career journey and insights from the renewable energy sector. The conversation covers: Ty’s career journey from his blue-collar roots in upstate New York to pioneering wind and solar projects. Scaling community solar and driving economic growth th…

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Revolutionizing Thermal Energy Storage with Martin Schichtel - E133 34:43

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In this episode, Martin Schichtel, Founder and CEO of Kraftblock, shares his career journey and insights into the thermal energy storage sector. The conversation covers: The pivotal moment in 2008 that sparked the idea for Kraftblock, leading to the development of a superior thermal energy storage material. Discussing the waste heat recovery market…

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Innovations in Floating Solar with Ned Horneffer - E132 37:25

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In this episode, James McWalter interviews Ned Horneffer, Vice President of Development at Third Pillar Solar, to explore the exciting advancements and challenges in the floating solar industry. The conversation covers: Ned’s path in clean energy from venture capital to battery energy storage, culminating in his current role at Third Pillar Solar, …

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Driving Innovation in Renewable Energy: Insights from Paces' Solutions Engineers - E131 28:21

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In this episode, James McWalter interviews Paces's very own Solution Engineers, Gabby Stein and Tony Wagler, to discuss the latest developments in the renewable energy industry and their roles at Paces. The conversation covers: Gabby's and Tony's career paths before joining Paces, including their experiences in solar and battery storage development…

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Mastering Land Acquisition for Renewable Energy: Insights from Land Acquisition LLC - E130 29:56

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Welcome to this episode of the Clean Energy Chronicles! Today, we have Dillan Wilson and Mitch May, co-founders of Land Acquisition LLC, sharing their journey in the renewable energy and land acquisition space. Starting with Mitch’s early career in construction and solar, and Dillan’s background in real estate and environmental compliance, they’ve …

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Journey in Renewable Energy with Riean Norman - E129 30:51

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In this episode, Riean Norman, Senior Director at Crow Holdings, shares his journey and insights into the renewable energy sector. The conversation covers: Riean's career path, starting as a land representative at Chevron and transitioning into renewable energy development at NextEra. His shift from subsurface oil and gas development to surface-bas…

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Paces What A Year! - E128 6:28

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In this relaunch episode, James McWalter interviews Charles Bai, CTO & Co-Founder of Paces, to explore what’s changed over the past year in both the energy industry and at Paces. The conversation covers: Continued growth in renewable energy projects. New advancements in solar, EV charging infrastructure, and battery storage. Increasing competition …

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Software Engineering at Paces - E127 36:11

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Wonderful to speak to Lena and Kevin, the first two software engineers at Paces! We discussed: Their path to joining Paces What drove you towards climate change as an issue? How much of your company culture is a function of company size? Defining engineering culture The importance of engineers having a direct relationship with customers. We even it…

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Modern Solar Development & GIS with Carson Weinand from CVE - E126 23:07

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Great to chat with Carson Weinand, Senior Project Developer at CVE North America, about recent changes to solar development as well as the importance of GIS data. We discuss: How he became a product developer at CVE Falling in love with GIS What does perfect look like for project development data? The real market killer for community solar. New rul…

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From Brownfields to Brightfields - E125 21:49

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We sit down for an insightful conversation with Corey Hindin, Director of Business Development at AC Power, to talk about transforming brownfields into productive solar farms. We delve into: How business development is structured at AC Power, which entails various steps ranging from market exploration to closing agreements with landowners for proje…

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From Solar Farms to Sheep Farms with Ryan Kelliher & ASGA - E124 22:25

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We speak with Ryan Kelliher, VP of Renewable Solutions at Tradition Energy and Executive Director of the American Solar Grazing Association (ASGA). We discuss why: Solar grazing is beneficial for farmers and rural communities Sheep grazing is helpful for the permitting of solar projects, as it aligns incentives for the developer and the farmer and …

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Energy Data Science with Kyle Baranko - E123 23:43

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In this episode, James McWalter interviews Kyle Baranko, a data scientist at Paces, about the intersection of energy and data. They discuss: How renewable energy companies are using data to optimize projects and the challenges of working with legacy energy systems. The types of data that renewable energy project developers care about, including int…

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Build, Repeat - E122 4:44

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Carbotnic is now Act, Build, Repeat! Paces helps developers find and evaluate the sites most suitable for renewable development. Interested in a call with James, CEO @ Paces?By Paces

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Transforming waste into energy - E121 31:34

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Paces helps developers find and evaluate the sites most suitable for renewable development. Interested in a call with James, CEO @ Paces?By Carbotnic

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Liquid Air Energy Storage - E120 36:09

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Great to chat with Justin Scholz Ceo and founder of Phelas, Phelas develops the solution for the energy transition: A modular, mass-produced and cost-effective and safe electricity storage system for utilities, grid operators, industry, renewable energy developer & operators! We discussed liquid air energy storage, energy efficiency, supply chain d…

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Repurposing EV Batteries - E119 40:40

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Great to chat with Edward Chiang, Co-Founder & CEO at Moment Energy! Moment Energy provides clean, affordable, and reliable energy storage by repurposing retired electric vehicle batteries! We discussed the founding team, customer discovery, electric vehicle waste, battery health and more! https://carbotnic.com/momentenergy Download Podcast Here: h…

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Formula E! - E118 30:21

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Great to chat with Cailey Patterson, Executive Director at Saints Performance Automotive Design, the University of St Andrews Formula Student E team! They are designing and building a performance electric car! We discussed the competition, the future of electric vehicles in competition, how to start a cleantech project and more! https://carbotnic.c…

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Revenue-based financing - E117 37:57

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Great to chat with Dimitry Gershenson, Co-founder and CEO at Enduring Planet, Enduring Planet offers rapid financing for Climate Entrepreneurs without dilution, personal guarantees, or collateral! We discussed revenue-based financing, the pros and cons of that compared to other forms of financing, how easy is the process like and more! https://carb…

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Becoming a Solar Developer - E116 36:51

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Great to chat with Tim Montague, Solar Developer, NABCEP trainer and host of the Clean Power Hour podcast! The Clean Power Hour is a weekly news roundup of the latest solar, wind, storage and energy transition news! We discussed how Tim become a solar project developer, the challenges in developing solar projects, community solar and more! Download…

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Utility Scale Solar Development - E115 37:58

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Great to chat with Timothy Kim, CEO at ibV Energy Partners! ibV Energy Partners is leading the clean energy revolution through full-service development of utility-scale solar power plants! We discussed policies toward renewables, challenges in developing solar projects, solar moratorium, grid congestion and more! ibV’s Careers Page ibVs Community P…

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Financial Carbon Accounting - E114 43:17

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Great to chat with Jonathan Nwosu, Co-Founder and CEO at ClimaView, software that analyzes financed emissions and enable sustainable finance products! We discussed measuring bank emissions, the Mom Test, how to make early enterprise sales, the difficulties of gathering clean data and more! https://carbotnic.com/climaview Download Podcast Here: http…

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Investing in Climate Tech - E113 41:25

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Great to chat with Matt Ward, partner at 4WARDVC and host at The Startup Tank Climate Investor Pitch Show! 4WARD.VC invests in mission-driven pre-seed and seed-stage climate startups moving the world forward! ! We discussed climate economics, getting the timing right when starting a climate company, what makes a good pitch, the important of team, t…

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Paces Demo Day 20:20

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https://carbotnic.com/paces-2 Download Podcast Here: https://plinkhq.com/i/1518148418 Remember, If you want to support the podcast please rate and review 5 stars on Apple, Thanks so much! James Paces helps developers find and evaluate the sites most suitable for renewable development. Interested in a call with James, CEO @ Paces?…

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Replacing Plastics with Algae - E111 43:26

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Great to chat with Kim Pendergrass, Co-Founder of Algeon Materials, a biotech materials start-up on a mission to fight climate change and reduce plastic pollution by creating plastic alternatives for leading brands! We discussed the properties of algae, the importance of researching customers in the early days of the start-up, product validation, b…

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Carbon Business Council - E110 37:04

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Great to chat with Ben Rubin Co-founder and Executive Director of the Carbon Business Council! The Carbon Business Council is comprised of leading carbon management growth companies working to reverse climate change! We discussed carbon management technologies, the climate bill framework, voluntary vs mandatory carbon markets and more! https://carb…

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CO2 By Spend - E109 40:55

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Great to chat with Ted Power, Co-Founder at Bend! Bend tracks CO2 emissions by company spend! We discussed CO2 estimates, the growth of companies with climate commitments in the last few years, how to define net zero and more! https://carbotnic.com/bend Reach Ted: [email protected] Download Podcast Here: https://plinkhq.com/i/1518148418 Remember,…

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Creating Net Zero Buildings - E108 37:24

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Great to chat with Peter Light, CEO and Co-founder of Lumen Energy, Lumen Energy enables commercial buildings to generate income from clean energy! We discussed decarbonizing buildings, shaping the direction of technology deployment, helping building owners to find cost-optimal clean energy solutions, financing cleantech and more! Lumen is hiring! …

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High-Density Hydrogen for Zero-Emission Transportation - E107 38:46

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Great to chat with David Jaramillo, Co-founder & CTO at Verne! Verne is developing high-density and lightweight hydrogen storage systems for use in heavy vehicles! We discussed how their approach can increase hydrogen density and vehicle range, how to best develop a hydrogen ecosystem, the importance of testing centers and more! Verne is hiring! Co…

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Fermenting Better Meat - E106 39:41

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Great to chat with Paul Shapiro, CEO and Co-founder of The Better Meat Co! The Better Meat Co. harnesses the amazing power of fermentation to make delicious, versatile fully animal-free meats! We discussed how they scaled their product from the lab to commercialization, the importance of better meat from a climate perspective, the future of the mea…

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Software Powered Grids - E105 37:46

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Great to chat with Brendan Banfield, Co-Founder & CEO at GRIDSIGHT, Gridsight is a cloud analytics platform that helps electrical utilities transition from “poles and wires” businesses to distributed system operators! We discussed how their software platform provides in-depth grid insights, how to maximise renewable growth, data safety and more! Br…

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Building Energy Saving Software - E104 39:19

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Great to chat with John Powers, Founder and CEO of Extensible Energy! Extensible Energy creates advanced demand management software to help commercial building owners to intelligently use electricity and reduce their demand and time-of-use charges! We discussed how a startup is a series of tested hypotheses, the four “C”s of good building energy ma…

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Carbon Capturing Membranes - E103 39:13

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Great to chat with Erica Nemser, CEO of Compact Membrane Systems, a company that creates membrane technology to capture and reduce greenhouse gas emissions, and transform industry into a long-term sustainable enterprise! We discussed the challenges of decarbonization, point source carbon capture, how a membrane that works at low pressure, scaling u…

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Solving Climate Change with 401Ks - E102 41:43

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Great to chat with Zach Stein, Cofounder of Carbon Collective! Carbon Collective is the first online investment advisor 100% focused on climate change! We discussed the importance of a well-defined customer cohort, how to assess a climate positive company, the intersection of climate and investing and more! https://carbotnic.com/carboncollective Do…

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Decarbonizing the Middle Market - E101 43:38

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Great to chat with Gabriel Phillips, CEO at Catalyst Power, Catalyst Power is an integrated provider of commercial energy, connected microgrid solutions, and Community Solar! We discussed decarbonizing the commercial and industrial middle markets, what makes a good acquisition, the connected micro-grid, incentivizing energy customers and more! http…

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Ask Me Anything - E100 46:11

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Great to be interviewed by Bridget Hickey, Director of Marketing of Cloud to Street ! We discussed why I started the carbotnic podcast, my background, inspirations,the challenges and experience of entering the climate startup world and more! https://carbotnic.com/100 Download Podcast Here: https://plinkhq.com/i/1518148418 Please also find some grea…

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Predicting Energy Markets - E99 38:18

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Great to chat with Lauren Kuntz, CEO and Co-Founder at Gaiascope, Gaiascope is dedicated to maintaining planetary balance and combating climate change! We discussed forecasts on the electric grid, the energy trading market, how energy efficiency is correlated with lower carbon, ways energy usage is shifting and more! https://carbotnic.com/gaiascope…

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Offsetting with Better Design - E98 45:29

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Great to chat with Andreas Homer, Co-Founder & CEO at Aerial! Aerial is the app with the easiest, most accurate way to manage your carbon footprint and sustainable lifestyle! We discussed tracking your carbon emission with an app, offsetting options, NFTs, starting a company during the pandemic and more! https://carbotnic.com/aerial Download Podcas…