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In this expansive solo episode, Hillary dives deep into a conversation around burnout, energetic misalignment, and the difference between rest as avoidance vs. rest as regeneration. Sharing her personal journey as a Projector who's experienced burnout at the deepest levels — from hospital visits to losing her cycle — she reflects on how she reclaimed her vitality not by doing less, but by doing what matters.We explore:Why most of us fear burning out (even when we're not doing what we love)The pressure to prove yourself through productivity — and what to replace it withThe energetic leaks draining your life force (and how to reclaim your power)When rest is resistance and when it becomes avoidanceHow aligning with your true desires creates energy, rather than depleting itWhy slowing down on what isn't yours allows you to fasten up on what isThe nuance of navigating your body's energy as a non-sacral beingQuestions to ask when you're unclear on your next moveHow inspiration, devotion and desire point to your path of least resistanceThis isn't about hustle culture or bypassing the body's wisdom. This is about trusting yourself more than the noise, fear or old burnout wounds — and giving yourself permission to come alive again.Mentioned in this episode:Path to Purpose course (perfect for anyone wanting clarity on their design, desires & next aligned steps)Last Podcast Episode with Maddy on following life force energyPodcast episode with Hillary's sister on family dynamics and Human DesignConnect with Hillary:Instagram: @designedasyouWebsite + offerings: www.designedasyou.com BECOME A HUMAN DESIGN READER AND CREATE YOUR DREAM CAREER & BUSINESS with the Advanced Human Design Certification Want to dive deeper, explore more here: THE REST ASSURED RETREAT at Soma BYRON BAY 15-17 August * 1:1 Breakthrough Session with Hillary*CREATE SPACE: Course for future conscious entrepreneurs to clarify & launch their most expansive business offering, their way. **PATH TO PURPOSE: A roadmap to uncovering and stepping into your purpose, mission and life's work. Instagram Get your free Human Design Chart

As the epicenter of energy, Houston companies will play a major role in determining the world's future fuel. In this episode, Octopus Energy CEO Michael Lee shares his vision for renewable energy with Jonathan Adams. In Part 2, HBJ Reporter Naomi Klinge sits down with Phillips 66 CEO Mark Lashier to learn what his almost century-old company is doing to innovate for the future.

In this episode, I speak with Tanessa Shears on how to beat brain fog, work life balance, how much sleep you personally need and maximising your productivity. ★ Tanessa's Bio: ★ Tanessa Shears helps entrepreneurs double their energy and focus so they can make more money in their business. She works closely with business owners to eliminate brain fog and wake up well rested so they can get more done in less time, maintain consistent, stable energy throughout the day and feel better than they have in years.  Tanessa is also the host of The Becoming Limitless Podcast, sharing her expertise on optimizing health and focus for business success.Connect with Tanessa:Website: https://tanessashears.com/Biohacking Playbook: https://tanessashears.com/energyPodcast: https://tanessashears.com/podcastInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/tanessashears/

In this episode of our podcast, we dive deep into the realm of nuclear fusion with Amit Kumar Singh, CEO of Nearstar Fusion. Amit introduces us to an ambitious future where energy production could be as sustainable and accessible as drawing water from a tap. He discusses Nearstar Fusion's innovative approach to energy generation using hypervelocity plasma railguns—a concept that might sound like science fiction but could be closer to reality than we think.Amit explains the technical workings of these railguns, which are used to accelerate projectiles into a target containing deuterium, a hydrogen isotope, to achieve fusion. This process, he notes, combines elements of both magnetic and inertial confinement approaches, aiming to efficiently generate energy by overcoming the immense challenges traditionally associated with sustaining fusion reactions.Throughout the conversation, Amit highlights the potential and efficiencies of fusion power, emphasizing its capacity to provide substantial energy outputs with minimal environmental impact. He explains how fusion, unlike other forms of nuclear energy, is inherently safe due to its lack of chain reactions, and how the energy produced can be harnessed using molten salt to heat water, subsequently generating electricity.Further in the discussion, Amit addresses the scalability and commercial viability of fusion energy. He discusses the operational realities of running a fusion power plant, which includes rapid, repetitive firing of fusion-inducing projectiles. This aspect of the technology underlines the intense and precise nature of managing such an innovative form of power generation.Lastly, the episode explores the broader implications of fusion energy on the energy sector and global climate initiatives. Amit reflects on the integration of fusion within the current energy landscape, its potential to complement renewable sources like solar and wind, and the challenges of transitioning from experimental to commercial stages. This discussion provides listeners with a comprehensive view of the future of energy, driven by a fusion of cutting-edge technology and sustainable practices.

Houston's rapidly changing energy industry continues to evolve, and Phillips 66 CEO Mark Lashier is leading the effort. In this exclusive interview with HBJ Reporter Naomi Klinge, Lashier highlights his company's focus on petrochemicals and renewable fuels, while continuing to bolster refining capacity.

Global energy retailer Octopus Energy has planted their US flag in the energy capital of the world. CEO Michael Lee is leading the charge for the renewable energy retailer focusing on enhanced customer service. In this download, HBJ Managing Editor Jonathan Adams explores this sector and Lee offers his takes on what sets Octopus apart.

 In this special crossover episode, "Insider's Guide to Energy (IGTE)" and "Redefining Energy" come together to delve into some of the most pressing topics in the world of energy today. This engaging and thought-provoking discussion, titled “Energy Dialogue: IGTE and Redefining Energy Explore EVs, Carbon Markets, and Hydrogen's Future,” brings together a wealth of expertise to explore the nuances, challenges, and future trajectories of critical energy themes. The episode kicks off with an insightful conversation about the rapidly evolving landscape of Electric Vehicles (EVs). The hosts and guests examine the current state of EV technology, market adoption rates, and the potential trajectory of EVs in reshaping the transportation sector. They discuss the geopolitical implications of shifting towards electric mobility and how different regions globally are adapting to this change. The dialogue then transitions into a critical analysis of hydrogen energy. The participants dissect the hype and realities of hydrogen as a potential game-changer in the energy sector, offering a balanced view of its possibilities and limitations. This segment aims to demystify the topic and provide listeners with a grounded understanding of where hydrogen stands in the energy transition. Another key focus of the episode is the role and effectiveness of carbon markets. Drawing on their diverse experiences and knowledge, the speakers discuss the impact of carbon pricing on various industries, the challenges in implementing effective carbon markets, and their role in achieving global emissions targets. The episode also features a rapid-fire round, offering quick takes on various hot-button energy issues, followed by a forward-looking discussion about emerging trends and predictions in the energy sector. Concluding with insightful closing thoughts, this episode is a must-listen for anyone interested in the complexities and future of energy, providing a rare blend of expert analysis, diverse perspectives, and engaging debate. 

In this episode, Chris and Jeff chat with John Busbee, CEO of Xerion Advanced Battery Corp., exploring groundbreaking innovations in battery technology. They delve into Xerion's game-changing approach utilizing low-purity materials, revolutionizing the battery supply chain, and their versatile modular electroplating system. Discover how John's military background and expertise in materials research have shaped Xerion's mission to transform the battery space. From reducing the carbon footprint to fostering domestic manufacturing, this conversation unveils the bold vision shaping the future of sustainable energy solutions.  Host: Chris Sass and Jeff McAulay Guest: John Busbee, CEO, Xerion Advanced battery Corporation Additional Reads: Xerion advanced Battery corp: https://xerionbattery.com/  

Join Chris Sass, Neil Riddell, and special guest Chelsea Sexton on the "Insider's Guide to Energy" podcast as they delve into the electrifying world of electric vehicles (EVs). Explore the complex mix of technology, finance, and policy driving the EV landscape. From the nuances of connectivity represented by green dots to the massive scale of giga factories, this episode offers a deep dive into the challenges and opportunities in transforming transportation. Tune in for an energizing discussion at the forefront of the energy revolution!

Join hosts Chris Sass and Roman Kramarchuk in this compelling episode of the Insiders Guide to Energy Hydrogen Miniseries, featuring a special guest, H.E. Yadir Salazar Mejia, Ambassador of Colombia to Germany. The episode delves into Colombia's bold transition from a fossil-fuel-based economy to a future powered by hydrogen and renewable energy. Ambassador Salazar Mejia discusses the intricacies of this shift, highlighting Colombia's strategic initiatives, including the hydrogen roadmap and offshore wind energy plan. Key topics include democratizing energy, engaging communities in the energy transition, and fostering international partnerships for technology transfer. The conversation also explores the challenges and opportunities ahead in regulatory frameworks, social acceptance, and financing. This episode provides a unique insight into Colombia's green energy ambitions, making it a must-listen for those interested in global energy trends and sustainable development.

Florida's "The Sunshine State" for a reason, but we do get a fair amount of cloud cover and that can hamper renewable energy options like solar. In this episode, OUC CEO & GM Clint Bullock connects with OBJ Editor-in-Chief Sean McCrory to share what he and his team are doing to maximize renewable energy efficiency, and improve EV options.

With over a thousand people moving to the Sunshine State each day, our continuing infrastructure improvement is critical, and clean energy plays a vital role in powering communities large and small. In this episode, TBBJ Publisher and Market President Ian Anderson connects with Tim O'Connor, VP of Operations, Sustainability and External Affairs at Peoples Gas for an inside look at the utility's extraordinary efforts 

The Energy Savings Opportunity Scheme (ESOS) is a legal requirement for organisations of a certain size or value. The scheme is designed to make companies look at how they use energy with a view to improving performance.  If your organisation qualifies for ESOS, you have until December 5th to comply or complete your phase 3 reporting. Over the next few weeks, we will focus on how you can comply with ESOS, starting with Energy Audits. These audits are required by ESOS in order to understand where and how energy is used within the organisations premises and operations.  Every audit will recommend cost-effective measures that will save the organisation energy and money, which is the ultimate intention of the legislation. Join Mel this week as she explains what Energy Audits are, what data you need to report on and what final sign-off is required before a report is submitted. You'll learn ●      Who needs to comply with ESOS? ●      How can you comply with ESOS? ●      What are Energy Audits? ●      What data do you need to gather? ●      Who needs to sign-off the ESOS report before submission?   Resources        ESOS        ISO 50001 In this episode, we talk about: [00:44] The deadline for Phase 3 ESOS reporting is the 5th December. Remember that ISO 50001 is considered a route to compliance if you don't want to go ahead with conducting Energy Audits. [01:32] What is ESOS? ESOS stands for the Energy Savings Opportunity Scheme. It was launched by the department of energy and climate change, Deck, back in July 2013. It was established to comply with Article 8 – an EU directive that was created in 2014. Despite Brexit, any qualifying businesses must still comply. ESOS in simple terms is an energy assessment that must be carried out by its definition of large enterprises. [02:50] Who qualifies for ESOS? Large enterprises as defined by ESOS are businesses that have more than 250 employees and / or an annual turnover exceeding 50 million euro or a balance sheet exceeding 43 million euro. This only applies to the private sector – the public sector is exempt.   [03:33] When does ESOS reporting occur? Every 4 years – The first phase staring in 2014, Phase 2 was in 2019 and Phase 3 will have it's deadline this year.   [04:08] Why is ESOS important? – No matter where you are in the world, energy reduction is crucial. Businesses should also be well aware of their own energy use and impact, not only to reduce but hopefully offset as part of ongoing sustainability efforts. [04:35] It's estimated that there will be a net benefit of £1.6 billion as a result of ESOS to the UK alone. [04:55] What do you need to do to comply with ESOS? An ESOS assessment requires you to do 3 things: ·       Measure your total energy consumption ·       Conduct Energy Audits – to identify cost effective energy reduction recommendations ·       To report compliance back to the Environment Agency (For the UK, other European countries will have their own authority) [05:42] How can you comply with ESOS? – There are 2 routes to compliance: ·       Conduct Energy / ESOS Audits ·       Implement ISO 50001  - Companies certified to this standard are already complying with ESOS, as it goes above and beyond ESOS's requirements. [07:20] What's involved in an ESOS Energy Audit? – You will be required to collect 12 months of energy data, provide cost effective energy reduction recommendations for the areas audited in scope, and findings need to be reviewed by an ESOS Lead Assessor. [08:00] What do you need to consider when collecting data and looking at where reductions can be made? – Facilities – i.e. heating, lighting, ventilation ect. There are a number of energy efficiency initiatives to help reduce costs involved with elements of facility management. It can be something simple like replacing old boilers, using energy efficient Led lighting, reducing working hours in the office, reviewing time settings for lighting, ventilation and heating ect. Many businesses leave unnecessary functions / devices on overnight, start looking at how much energy you're using and where and you'll be able to identify where energy use and costs can be cut. [10:20] Other things to consider are additional warehouses or transportation within your business i.e. fuel consumption, vehicle maintenance ect. [10:53] To truly make a difference, you need to spread awareness within your business about any changes you're making as a result of these energy audits. Including any reminders to them i.e. turning off lights when they leave a premises. [11:05] What do you need to do to carry out an ESOS Energy Audit?: ·       You need to plan the audit – including establishing the scope ·       Conduct the audit ·       Collect data for analysis and identify the opportunities for improvement ·       Pull together all the documentation in an ESOS evidence pack which will be reviewed and signed off by top management and an ESOS Lead Assessor ·       Finally, you can submit that evidence pack to the Environment Agency If you need help with any of this – Blackmores can help

HBJ Managing Editor Jonathan Adams launches this episode with his trademark opening phrase: "So tell us a little bit about yourself". For Craig Taylor, there's more than just a little bit to share on his journey from the Navy, to the energy pits, to launching and leading his own company. In this honest and transparent interview, Taylor shares his journey and offers his insight.

On October 25, 2022 at 3:49am PDT we have a Solar Eclipse New Moon! This new moon is in Scorpio. Scorpio energy is powerful! With themes of healing, transformation and regeneration. It's also a water sign and the moon feels at home within this water element.Water purifies, heals and transforms. Providing us with life supporting power. As it flows to unknown or deep crevices, it gathers momentum and power to nurture life. As we emulate nature and the cosmos, this can heighten our emotional sensitivity and may make us feel like we are either flowing with the tides; or swimming against the current. Are you feeling these cosmic effects already?New Moons also initiate new cycles in our life and guide us to go inwards. Think of it this way, the darkness of the moon pulls us inward and the light of a full moon moves us outward. Have you ever felt that tug and pull? This is also a solar eclipse which are about 100 times more potent than any new moon! Providing us with quantum leaps to higher timelines and new opportunities that are far beyond our physical comprehension. Isn't that exciting?!The Scorpio energy is also asking us to become self reflective. To dive deep into our emotional wounds. Guiding us to finally let go of whoever or whatever brings discontentment into our lives. Making space for more joy, peace and love and manifesting our biggest hopes and dreams into reality! This is one of the reasons why I love this meditation so much. May we all take advantage of this extra manifesting ignition! Scorpio is represented by 3 archetypes; * Scorpion * Eagle * PhoenixEach one represents a different stage of our evolution. Just like Scorpions; we all have the ability to transform by shedding our skin and evolving into an Eagle and then into a Phoenix. Shifting from a linear life on the ground to a soaring eagle. Who believes in truth, freedom, honor and our own powerful divinity! This eclipse is activating within us, our power to transform ourselves, regardless of our past. Under the October Solar Eclipse New Moon, we are being shown that even when things are shedding and crumbling around us. When we hardly recognize ourselves in the mirror anymore, that this is all part of the metamorphic cycle of death and rebirth. From scorpion, to eagle to a phoenix.The power of this eclipse, is supercharging our strength and power to rebirth ourselves and grow wings to soar, in divine timing. I invite you to allow the October Solar Eclipse New Moon to show you the way through your own metamorphosis of death and rebirth. From a scorpion to a majestic eagle!A great way to do so is within this meditation! I'll guide you to let go of anything from your past that is still keeping you tethered, while working the powerful energy of the Solar Eclipse and Scorpio energy of shedding our old scaled skin from a linear life to rebirth our wings and soar through life. Next, manifesting under a Solar Eclipse is a powerhouse for accelerating our dreams, desires and visions. I'll guide you to envision your dream life to be manifested here on Earth for you to soar.For an additional healing energy, the background music is 3 Hz Binaural Beats. Simply listening to that alone, moves us into a Theta State, our optimum meditative state. It helps us release pain and anxiety. Moves us into relaxation and a dreamlike state. An optimum state of being for manifesting!I'm grateful to meditate with you under this powerful and transformative Solar Eclipse!Infinite Love & Gratitude ❤️

Rani Puranik wears several hats- as EVP, CFO and future CEO of Worldwide Oilfield Machine, she leads over 4,000 employees worldwide. She's also a mother, daughter and author, and in all of those roles she's an inspirational leader. In this episode with HBJ Managing Editor Jonathan Adams, Rani offers insight on her family's successful energy business and shares tips from her upcoming book "7 Letters to My Daughters". 

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In this week's podcast episode, Shane sat down with Cyrus Brooks, from RBAC, to explain how the RBAC software uses data analysis and simulation to forecast what the energy market could do. You can listen to the full podcast to learn more about their discussion. For more info on Cyrus, click here https://www.linkedin.com/in/cyrus-brooks-03274713 For more on Wescom Inc, click here https://wescominc.com/

As inflation and energy prices abate, there are still many uncertainties facing businesses across Texas. Supply chains remain erratic, the labor market is severely constricted, and higher corporate taxes are on the way. In this episode, HBJ Managing Editor Jonathan Adams connects with Amy Chronis, Vice Chair, US Oil, Gas and Chemicals Leader and Managing Partner at Deloitte for an update.

Building codes: they might sound boring, but they're actually the front lines in a nationwide battle to decarbonize our buildings. And they do a lot more than keeping your  home from falling down over your head. They regulate everything from energy efficiency, to the kind of fuel your stove runs on, to whether your building has an electric vehicle charging port – all super important facets of building decarbonization. And if designed correctly, building codes can also help address issues like public health, pollution, and even adaptation to the effects of climate change. In this episode, Melissa speaks with Michael Gerrard, an expert on environment and climate law and director of the Sabin Center for Climate Change Law at Columbia University about how to unlock this secret weapon – and what's getting in the way of greener building codes.  The Big Switch is produced by Columbia University's Center on Global Energy Policy in partnership with Post Script Media. This episode was produced by Alexandria Herr and Daniel Woldorff. Theme music and mixing by Sean Marquand. Story editing by Anne Bailey. A special thanks to Natalie Volk, Kirsten Smith and Kyu Lee. Our executive editor is Stephen Lacey.

In this episode, we throw it back and chat about a bunch of old school franchises, as well as dive into the lastest PS5 News and Rumours!Insider's Guide to EnergyPodcast for energy enthusiasts and those who are passionate about the energy transition.Listen on: Apple Podcasts Spotify How to Create a Glitch in the MatrixA useful guide on how to experience simulation theory, first hand. Listen on: Apple Podcasts Spotify Low Five GamingJoin us as we tackle the game of the moment or cross a classic off our backlog.Listen on: Apple Podcasts Spotify

The next Mass Effect lands a top-tier writer, a Metroid Prime remaster is (probably) on the way and the next FromSoft game is...finished?#ThisWeekInVideogames #MassEffect #MetroidPrimeRemasterThe Friends Per Second Podcast: https://youtu.be/k2z-u2b4qVcMy chat with Yahtzee: https://youtu.be/NHQ0v1sNctoMy Outriders Worldslayer review: https://youtu.be/jzK5YUdUyQAIf you want to wishlist Undetected (or any other game I profile in this segment) you can find a link to it on my Steam Curator page: https://store.steampowered.com/curator/28625128-Skill-Up-Curates.../--If you want to check out the Friends Per Second Podcast, you can find all the links to it here: https://linktr.ee/friendspersecond--Thanks for taking the time to watch the video. If you'd like to support the channel even more, the best way is through my Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/skillupyt--Grab 12% off any SteelSeries peripheral by using offer code SKILLUP at checkout: https://steelseries.pbj2.net/c/2446303/1266556/2390--Edited by Austin @ausomehd--Twitter: https://twitter.com/SkillUpYT?lang=en (@skillupyt)Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/skillupyt/?hl=enTiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@skillup--• Proletariat: • Spellbreak: https://go.playspellbreak.com/blog/spellbreak-future • WoW: https://worldofwarcraft.com/en-us/news/23827584/expanding-the-development-pipeline-of-world-of-warcraft• Harassment: • https://www.eurogamer.net/return-to-monkey-island-creator-will-no-longer-talk-about-the-game-following-abuse?fbclid=IwAR3ECwudLbODFA_ysfukaCrG7Iv0qbWILfhfvRh-DJSsKK2EW_3t2wIhR9s  ○ https://grumpygamer.com/rtmi_trailer • https://twitter.com/HyperchargeGame/status/1543261895712555010 • https://twitter.com/SonySantaMonica/status/1543016436632674304• Metroid: https://www.gamesradar.com/au/metroid-prime-remastered-is-reportedly-set-to-release-this-holiday/• FromSoft: https://kotaku.com/elden-ring-fromsoftware-bloodborne-armored-core-6-dark-1849104729 • https://www.4gamer.net/games/463/G046388/20220620079/• Halo MCC: https://www.windowscentral.com/gaming/halo-the-master-chief-collection-may-get-microtransactions-in-the-future• Bungie: https://thegamepost.com/2022/07/01/bungie-and-netease-working-fps-mobile-game/• Fire Emblem Heroes: https://sensortower.com/blog/fire-emblem-heroes-one-billion-revenue• Tangoworks: https://www.videogameschronicle.com/news/tango-gameworks-is-shutting-down-its-mobile-game-after-just-5-months/• Niantic: https://finance.yahoo.com/news/pokemon-creator-niantic-cancels-four-162416753.html• Lootboxes: https://www.reuters.com/world/europe/spain-crack-down-videogame-loot-boxes-blamed-pathological-behaviour-2022-06-01/ • https://www.videogameschronicle.com/news/six-dutch-political-parties-unite-behind-proposed-loot-box-ban/• Bioware: https://www.videogameschronicle.com/news/the-writer-behind-deus-ex-has-joined-bioware/ • https://twitter.com/GambleMike/status/1544057781619044353• Ace Combat: https://www.bnaces.co.jp/en/index.html• Sly Infamous: https://www.suckerpunch.com/upcoming-infamous-2-ugc-maintenance-and-legacy-franchises/Skate: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Y2XddTE08rI&ab_channel=skate.Insider's Guide to EnergyPodcast for energy enthusiasts and those who are passionate about the energy transition.Listen on: Apple Podcasts Spotify

Richard Tuthill joins me to talk all about Tuthill Porsche, his journey and lots of the cool projects along the way. https://www.tuthillporsche.com/https://www.instagram.com/tuthillporsche/EnjoySam Show Notes: 00:00 - Intro07:48 - The Rally Racing Experience18:36 - Rally vs On Track25:26 - Ice Driving47:23 - Ken Block x Tuthill Safari56:04 - Singer x Tuthill1:08:21 - The Logistics of Rallying in Africa 1:18:36 - The Future of Tuthill1:22:43 - 5 QuestionsInsider's Guide to EnergyPodcast for energy enthusiasts and those who are passionate about the energy transition.Listen on: Apple Podcasts SpotifyThe Market By Bonhams Online Classic & Collector Car AuctionsElev8 Finance Prestige Automotive Funding SpecialistsHelloFresh UK Use the link above to get 50% off your first box and then 35% off your next 3 boxes

On this weeks episode, Daniel and Slothy talk about Gluntch, a new selesnya commander option from baldurs gate. Gluntch lets us dive right into group hug with its three player gift ability at the end step. Join us on this weeks episode when we talk about this awesome group hug commander that is sure to bring your play group a blast !Deck list Belowhttps://archidekt.com/decks/2923793#Gluntch_time You can find all of our content atwww.intothe99.comIf you want to support the show make sure to check out our merch store and Patreon:Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/Intothe99Merch Store: https://teespring.com/stores/intothe99Leave us a rating or review ! It really helps us get noticed on apple and spotify and thanks so much for listening!  Check out this awesome site for some of those high cost cards! Use the code IT99 for a discount at checkouthttps://abyssproxyshop.com/shop/ Intro Music by:Track: ROY KNOX - Lost In SoundMusic Provided By: Magic RecordsListen To The Original: https://youtu.be/bafd5CsNk0MFanlink: https://fanlink.to/lis     Insider's Guide to EnergyPodcast for energy enthusiasts and those who are passionate about the energy transition.Listen on: Apple Podcasts Spotify How to Create a Glitch in the MatrixA useful guide on how to experience simulation theory, first hand. Listen on: Apple Podcasts Spotify Low Five GamingJoin us as we tackle the game of the moment or cross a classic off our backlog.Listen on: Apple Podcasts Spotify

Our D&D 5e character build this week is an attempt to do something I've never really done before: try to build a character that excels at both Sustained *and* Burst/Nova damage. How'd I do?Check out the Humblewood Tales Kickstarter here!  http://d4.humblewoodtales.com I'd appreciate it if you'd consider supporting the channel by becoming a member!https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC9jQ2IsZj_CAS0bZgA6O2pA/joinCharacter Concept:(0:00)Humblewood Tales (sponsor):(8:00)Level 1:(10:11)Levels 2-6:(14:51)Levels 7-9:(29:58)Levels 10-13:(37:26)Levels 14-17:(47:47)Final Thoughts:(51:02)Outtakes:(54:56)Math/Graph for this episode: https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1pfarqcpGc8UhkjaeMnPh9JxVGA-9QmExePzm_N14wkw/edit?usp=sharingMaster Nova Damage Comparison:https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1YkQl4xJHk26zLAh-S0Uh-eW1f3rnKVrWkHaeuN9oCK0/edit?usp=sharingThanks to LudicSavant for the amazing DPR calculator! https://forums.giantitp.com/showthread.php?582779-Comprehensive-DPR-Calculator-(v2-0))Music Credits:Achaidh Cheide - Celtic by Kevin MacLeod is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 license. https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/Source: http://incompetech.com/music/royalty-free/index.html?isrc=USUAN1100340Artist: http://incompetech.com/Angevin 120 loop by Kevin MacLeod is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 license. https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/Source: http://incompetech.com/music/royalty-free/index.html?isrc=USUAN1200111Artist: http://incompetech.com/Celtic Impulse - Celtic by Kevin MacLeod is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 license. https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/Source: http://incompetech.com/music/royalty-free/index.html?isrc=USUAN1100297Artist: http://incompetech.com/Fiddles McGinty by Kevin MacLeod is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 license. https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/Source: http://incompetech.com/music/royalty-free/index.html?isrc=USUAN1400051Artist: http://incompetech.com/Lord of the Land by Kevin MacLeod is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 license. https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/Source: http://incompetech.com/music/royalty-free/index.html?isrc=USUAN1400022Artist: http://incompetech.com/Master of the Feast by Kevin MacLeod is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 license. https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/Source: http://incompetech.com/music/royalty-free/index.html?isrc=USUAN1400019Artist: http://incompetech.com/Insider's Guide to EnergyPodcast for energy enthusiasts and those who are passionate about the energy transition.Listen on: Apple Podcasts Spotify Sandy K Nutrition - Health & Lifestyle QueenHealthy living in your 40's, 50's and beyond. Live your best life for your next 40. We...Listen on: Apple Podcasts Spotify Bourbon With Friends Bourbon With Friends. THE bourbon podcast, that never takes itself too seriously.Listen on: Apple Podcasts Spotify

While it's a slow news week in the land of gaming, the boys sit down to chat about God of War Ragnarok, amongst other things! Enjoy it!The Halfling - A Middle-earth PodcastExplore Tolkien's writings and how they could fit into the "Rings of Power" showListen on: Apple Podcasts Spotify Insider's Guide to EnergyPodcast for energy enthusiasts and those who are passionate about the energy transition.Listen on: Apple Podcasts Spotify Bourbon With Friends Bourbon With Friends. THE bourbon podcast, that never takes itself too seriously.Listen on: Apple Podcasts Spotify

Russia's invasion of Ukraine has sent oil and natural gas markets for a loop.  But less attention has been paid to the implications of the war for global energy and food security, particularly for the world's least developed countries (LDCs).  For a deep dive into whether Western nations can still fulfill the climate finance promises made to LDCs in the midst of an unfolding global conflict and energy crisis in Europe, host Bill Loveless turned to Dr. Harry Verhoeven.  He's a Senior Research Scholar at the Center on Global Energy Policy who has collaborated extensively with key policy actors including the World Bank, the European Union, the United Nations and governments around the world. He is also the founder and Convenor of the Oxford University China-Africa Network.  In this conversation, Dr. Verhoeven outlines how the Russia-Ukraine conflict is destabilizing prices for certain food commodities like wheat and what the Russia-Ukraine war means for energy transitions of countries like Angola, Sudan and Mozambique.  Recently, Dr. Verhoeven authored a paper on the topic for CGEP called “International Energy Markets and Food Insecurity in the Least Developed Countries: The Russia-Ukraine Crisis and Beyond.” Soon, the Organization for Economic Cooperation and Development will release another report by Harry on the same topic.

In part one of our conversation about microgrids, we spoke with Charles Berndt, Manager of Grid Technology with Hydro Ottawa, about how these systems can help Canada reach its net zero goals. Charles joins us again for part two, this time focusing on how we can meet the demand for energy while maintaining safety and security—all in the name of decarbonizing our future.   Related links LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/charles-berndt-84427b2/   --- To subscribe using Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/thinkenergy/id1465129405   To subscribe using Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/7wFz7rdR8Gq3f2WOafjxpl   To subscribe on Libsyn: http://thinkenergy.libsyn.com/ --- Subscribe so you don't miss a video on YouTube   Check out our cool pics on Instagram More to learn on Facebook Keep up with the Tweets Transcript: Dan Seguin  00:06 This is thinkenergy, the podcast that helps you better understand the fast changing world of energy through conversations with game changers, industry leaders, and influencers. So join me, Dan Seguin, and my co host, Rebecca Schwartz, as we explore both traditional and unconventional facets of the energy industry. Hey, everyone! Welcome back. We're back today with Charles Berndt, Manager of Grid Technology at Hydro Ottawa to talk about micro grids on part two of our show. Last time, Charles went in depth about the benefits of micro grids and how they operate while connected to the electricity grid, but that they can also operate on their own using local energy generation in times of power outages caused by storms or grid failure. Today, he's going to discuss distributed energy resources, and how they are connected to the micro grid.   Rebecca Schwartz  01:08 Now more than ever, we know people care about the environment, climate change and sustainability, and are increasingly interested in things like renewable generation and electrification. All of that leads us to creating a smarter electricity grid.   Dan Seguin  01:23 Renewable energy generation is expected to play a major role in the further decarbonisation of Canada's electricity system, while relying on nature to assist us in generating cleaner electricity. Sometimes, it's not always the most reliable.   Rebecca Schwartz  01:42 As we know, Mother Nature is pretty fickle. So, that's where distributed energy resources like energy storage and distributed generation come into play.   Dan Seguin  01:52 Here's today's big question. While the time has come to decarbonize our grid even further with alternative energy sources, how can we ensure we can meet the growing demand for energy while also maintaining safety and security?   Rebecca Schwartz  02:09 Charles, it's nice to have you back.   Dan Seguin  02:11 Okay, Charles, let's dive into part two. What sets distributed energy resources, better known as DERs? Apart from micro grids? Both can generate or store energy and manage consumption depending on type, right? Can you unpack this for listeners?   Charles Berndt  02:30 Yeah, I've always considered DERs kind of the individual parts of a micro grid, right? The micro grid is a holistic thing and an area where it has both generation and storage and consumption. Whereas DERs are those individual pieces that could be solar, it could be battery storage, it could be you know, it could be a hot water tank, you know, you can think of that as a distributed energy resource and electric vehicle battery, solar on the roof, any of those could be could be DERs, and they could be a part of a micro grid. But but not a micro grid on its own. If that, if that makes sense.   Rebecca Schwartz  03:10 Okay, so what's driving the growth around distributed energy resources?   Charles Berndt  03:14 I think you're seeing kind of two big drivers. I mean, the first is obviously economics of the storage and generation we're seeing solar and battery storage getting cheaper every year, it's falling quite rapidly. And it's a significant reduction in costs per kilowatt hour, every year. And they're getting better. And the second one, I would say is that drive towards lower carbon, I think, you know, customers are looking to reduce their carbon footprint, and they're starting to get to the point where they're willing to spend their own money to do that. So you have that double effect, the technology is getting better and cheaper, and then more customers are willing to invest and then it kind of gets that momentum. So I think it's it's very much the two things hand in hand.   Dan Seguin  04:02 Okay. Now, Charles, talk to me about the rise of local energy. Is there a need for greater education to help customers understand that they can shift from being a consumer that's consuming energy to a prosumer- producing, even selling electricity back to the grid?   Charles Berndt  04:22 Yeah, I'd say yes, but not in the way you might expect. I think I've found customers to be fairly well informed that the technology and how it works, they seem, you know, they seem to know exactly what the options are available. Ontario in specific has had those programs for for quite a few years and people are getting, getting a firm understanding. They're reading that in the news and they understand it quite well, actually. And so I find, excuse me, that the education support where it's needed is more around the economic choices available to them. Um, what is the business case and the return on that investment, if they were to make that leap? And unfortunately, that answer is very local. You know that every jurisdiction, every province, every territory, every country has a different economic model for how they sell and compensate electricity. And so there's no universal answer for everyone, it really, it really is a localized answer. And that's, I think, where you know, where the education or the support is needed is how to build that, build that in for people to help them understand, you know, how a homeowner or a business owner can make that choice and where the economics play out, and they can make the choice and empower them to make the choice that they want to.   Dan Seguin  05:43 Okay, here's a follow up question. What's been the biggest barrier or challenge for more adoption? What's needed to overcome them?   Charles Berndt  05:53 I'm gonna say economics again. And I know it's, it may be boring, but I've met, like I said, I've met a lot of passionate customers who want to adopt, but the economic case is not there. So I think, you know, there's, there's no silver bullet here. We've seen incentives have an impact in the past, but then I think we can all recognize that the solution to the problem needs to be a little bit more holistic and needs to be sustainable for all the customers. So I think we're seeing, you know, market reform is what's needed and we're starting to embark, Ontario is  embarking on that journey, and I'm happy to see it but yeah, not, not this attempted silver bullet here for that one specific problem. It needs that big system view and make sure that we're making the appropriate choices.   Rebecca Schwartz  06:40 We've touched on the what of micro grids, what about the ‘how', how does it work connecting DERS and micro grids to the grid? Will utilities be required to digitally retrofit their aging infrastructure to make the grid more resilient and reliable in the face of increasing climate stress, rising electricity demand, and essentially greater overall dependence on electricity?   Charles Berndt  07:05 The short answer is yes. All of the above, really. You know, as I mentioned, last time, the need to become more interactive with our customers as they, as they become increasingly part of that generation mix as they adopt distributed energy resources, we need to have more intelligence at the edge of our system. So not just looking at the substation and sending electricity down the wire, so to speak, but we need to manage the assets and the grid differently. This different type of management will help our planning and investment programs. And to do this, we need to make significant investment in our systems and how we collect data, how we manage data, how we use that data to make choices and operating the system, both for sunny weather and during major storms or events. And, you know, that's not to say we won't have to invest in the traditional sense, we're still going to need more wires, we're still going to need substations because we're a growing Ottawa is a growing community and electric vehicles, for example and electrification of heating and cooling brings, brings a lot of load. And so you've got to continually balance, you know, how do we do the non wires and incentivize those, but then also make sure that we have that foundation in place? So will it require us to digitally retrofit? Absolutely. It's all going to be a technology solution primarily.   Dan Seguin  08:33 That's great. Thanks, Charles. Now, are there concerns about unpredictability of certain renewable energy resources and how that might impact the electricity grid and operations of micro grids? How do you mitigate that?   Charles Berndt  08:48 I mean, it can be a concern. And you can mitigate that in kind of two ways. So, for the energy, we need to store it somehow. And that can be local, by putting a little battery next to your generation or some other type of storage, but then also, you can leverage the grid for that storage, you know, we can, we can use things like large hydroelectric generator systems in the far north to be a large grid size battery. So that's one way to do it. And the other way is to mix, you know, it's not all solar, it's not all wind, it's not all hydroelectric. It's really the combination of many and making sure- I keep coming back to this because I'm, you know, I really believe in looking at a systems approach; a holistic approach look at what mixing those look like where the sun goes down, the wind picks up and overnight, the river keeps flowing. So that's, you know, that's how you do it, is you make sure that you're not over incentivizing over investing in one thing over the other. It's truly a mix.   Rebecca Schwartz  09:53 So, Charles, exactly how important is it for distributed energy resources, both in addressing climate change and energy security challenges? Can DERs help shield communities against the impact of extreme weather events, which are becoming more and more frequent?   Charles Berndt  10:10 In time, absolutely. I know, short term you can, you can improve resiliency with that local storage. You can potentially put together a micro grid on a campus or other critical location. But in the longer term, you obviously can, can lower the impact on the environment through that energy switching electrification, bringing more renewables into the mix means less carbon impact, and less carbon is always a, it's always a good thing. And it's going to, you know, it's not going to solve climate, the climate crisis on its own, but it's going to, it's going to help and it's going to reduce the problem. And it's the way to go.   Dan Seguin  10:47 Now, I'd love to hear your thoughts on where energy storage, and the battery in electric vehicles fits into this equation. As the majority of EV charging demand is expected to come from home charging.   Charles Berndt  11:02 Yeah, I think this is our probably our biggest opportunity in the short term. As transportation gets electrified, you know, how we integrate how we manage and optimize that load can have a massive benefit to everyone, the grid and our customers. Being able to manage that charging and being able to do that signaling, that dynamic conversation with the customer and their technology. And to help manage it so that it's, it's done at the right time, it's done at the economic time for them and, and they have the flexibility, but we empower, empower them to make the choice that makes sense for them economically, and then, and then try and use those signals also to help manage our system as that load grows. For that future vision of where electric vehicles could play, I admittedly was a huge doubter of that vehicle to grid technology, I, you know, I couldn't see a customer being willing to do that. But, you know, I look at advertisements for electric vehicles now. And you see that they're, they're really touting that feature of being able to have that emergency backup power, that, that local power. And so now, once the customer is comfortable with withdrawing that energy out of the battery, you know, I'm sure it's a small, it's a small leap to use that or being willing to use it in support of the grid. And then there's an economic, you know, solution there to figure out but, you know, I don't see it as as a such a red line, as I did before, when, you know, people were really worried about warranties on batteries. You know, that was a huge conversation early on in EVs, I'm hearing much, much less of that. And even range anxiety, you're hearing much, much less of that people, people are getting comfortable with these things and realizing their whole value.   Rebecca Schwartz  12:51 From my knowledge, distributed energy resources are somewhat invisible and can't be controlled by grid operators, correct? This means that it's difficult to integrate them into the overall operation of the grid. Are there any smart digital solutions in the future that could enable DER owners to monitor and manage the resources in real time? And could this help grid operators more closely monitor and influence DER owners?   Charles Berndt  13:18 Yeah, I think I think your right on both. Right now, it is pretty passive. We are, we have knowledge of certain size of generators from the larger generators we connect to and, and that the size of generator that we connect to with with the technology to make sure that we know what's going on- that's getting smaller every year, if that makes sense. We're now asking, you know, the smaller generators to give us insight and to connect to us on a communications platform. But going forward, it's you know, in order to really incentivize that huge adoption of DERs, we need that platform, we have to have that platform. And we have to evolve and adapt as a utility. So that our control room and our engineers and our staff and our customer service, folks, everybody has that platform to understand what's going on what's changing in the grid, and how do we manage it day to day and the more DERs we get, the more critical it becomes that we have that visibility and interaction with our customers. So we've been investing, you know, over the last few years, and we have a rather significant roadmap ahead of us. Over the next five years, we're going to be investing significantly in our platforms, not only our traditional control and outage management systems that we've always had, making sure those are modern, but then also adding those analytics modules on top. We've, we've started to add, you know, people with with a data science background to our utility, we're hiring different people. We're pulling in people from technology, from, you know, from the high tech sector, and we're leveraging modern ways of managing and manipulating data to understand insight and where is it going? Where is it going to be today? How do we optimize? And so, it's going to help us immensely in managing that going forward.   Dan Seguin  15:12 Now, Charles, we touched a bit on this earlier, but energy from the wind and sun is intermittent, and often unpredictable. Critics point to this as the fatal flaw of renewable energy and the reason electricity prices rose in places aggressively adopting it. Is this true?   Charles Berndt  15:31 Not really, I mean, like I said before, there's no silver bullet here. So, if we incentivize or over incentivize one thing over another, then yeah, you're gonna have an impact on cost, there's no doubt about that. But, you need to look at the big picture. And I'm gonna get back to this holistic vision of of the system, because, you know, if you look at what gains when we reduce carbon, and I'll point to an example, it's a bit of a touchy example, in Ontario, but the elimination of the coal fired generation in Ontario. You know, leaving the politics aside, there was a significant improvement in the air quality of the Greater Toronto Area, so that leads to better health outcomes. That leads to better, you know, better quality of living for the residents. Lower overall health care costs. So, somewhere that was, you know, that was not maybe not fully recouped. But, that has an impact on everyone's life, whether they're, they're personally paying the electric bill or not. So, it's that type of broader view that needs to be taken here. And we can debate the, you know, the implementation of it, and the, you know, whether it's a carbon tax or, you know, offsetting generation or incentivizing a different type of generation, I, you know, that's, I think, besides the point, I think, I think we can all, if we all just take a step back and recognize the holistic improvements to everything, then it's very much worth it.   Rebecca Schwartz  16:59 All right, sorry, not sorry, Charles, but I'm going to put you on the spot here. Cann microgrids, and DERs power our transition to net zero by 2050.   Charles Berndt  17:09 Absolutely. Without a doubt. Shortest answer I'm gonna have. Absolutely. There's no, I have no doubt. The technology is there. The software is there, you just, we just need to do it. And we just need to, you know, change, change our thinking and change our approach and be willing to question how we do it and challenge ourselves to do it better.   Dan Seguin  17:30 Okay, Charles, we've reached the end of another episode of the thinkenergy podcast. Once again, I'd love if we could end with a few rapid fire questions. Are you ready?   Charles Berndt  17:42 I'm ready. I'm ready.   Dan Seguin  17:43 Now, what is the closest thing to real magic that you've ever witnessed?   Charles Berndt  17:51 I've got a whimsical answer for this one. I used to work at a place where we used a lot of liquid nitrogen. So, it's kind of weird, but we just had a lot of it on hand. And one lunchtime, we were having an employee celebration, and somebody came in with a bunch of cream and some, some vanilla extract and like a drill with one of those paint stirrers and a big pot. And I was like, "what are we doing with this"? Like, "what is this for"? And the director of engineering took a big cup of liquid nitrogen and put all the cream and the sugar and everything in a pot with a drill, stirring it like a can of paint and poured the nitrogen in. And literally 30 seconds later, we were all eating ice cream. And it was like, such a simple and obvious thing. I don't know why I still think of it to this day. It was like, it only took three minutes and we were all eating, all 70 of us were eating delicious, fresh ice cream. So yeah, it's kind of a ridiculous answer. But it was magic. I don't understand, it was magic.   Dan Seguin  18:45 That's so cool, Charles. Now, what has been the biggest challenge to you personally, since the pandemic?   Charles Berndt  18:52 So, I manage a few people, and for me, I'm a very personally interactive person, I'm very social, I thrive on social interaction. And, so it's been a little isolating, and I've had to, you know, change how I do things, how I interact with a group of people, co-workers and the team that I work with. And, so it's been a growth for me, but, you know, I have not had significant impacts on the pandemic. I've been personally quite lucky. So if that's the biggest thing I have to complain about, then I consider myself lucky. The benefit has been I've you know, spent so much time with my very young family and it's been it's been good that way. And they're young enough that I don't have to teach them anything, you know, according to a curriculum. I'm lucky that way. I'm not I'm not there yet.   Dan Seguin  19:42 Okay, we've all been watching a lot more Netflix and TV lately, right? What's your favorite movie or show?   Charles Berndt  19:52 Right now, it's it's Drive to Survive. I'm a huge Formula One fan. For those who can't see me I'm actually wearing a Formula One shirt and yeah, it's, it's awesome for me I get to see a show that's my favorite sport. So that's, yeah, it's great.   Rebecca Schwartz  20:08 Well, Charles, thanks again for joining us today. We hope you had a good time.   Charles Berndt  20:12 I did. Thank you so much for having me again.   Dan Seguin  20:15 Thanks for tuning in to another episode of the thinkenergy podcast. And don't forget to subscribe and leave us a review wherever you're listening. And to find out more about today's guests, or previous episodes, visit thinkenergypodcast.com. I hope you'll join us again next time as we spark even more conversations about the energy of tomorrow.  

Russia's oil and natural gas commodities get a lot of attention, but the country's critical metals and minerals supplies – which include steel, titanium, nickel, cobalt and lithium – are also cause for concern.  Moscow's military invasion of Ukraine could disrupt the global supply of these materials, which can be found in every corner of our lives. Notably, these minerals are essential components of clean energy technologies like solar panels, wind turbines and batteries for electric vehicles. For a look at how global supply chains of critical minerals will be crucial to the energy transition – and how these supply chains can be managed effectively – host Bill Loveless spoke with Abigail Wulf. She's the Vice President and Director of Critical Minerals Strategy at SAFE, a nonpartisan organization that promotes U.S. energy security policies.  Previously, she was a Senior Science Communicator at NASA where she worked to promote NASA's Earth Science research. In this conversation, they discuss the implications of the war for critical mineral supply chains, China's control over mineral processing facilities and steps the US government could take to develop sustainable mining projects. 

An increased demand for energy following COVID-19 lockdowns created a severe energy supply crunch in Europe this winter. And now, decisions from corporate executives and government leaders to reduce or outright ban the purchase of Russian oil has forced energy prices even higher.  For a look at how energy markets can be leveraged to end Russia's war in Ukraine and accelerate the transition to clean energy– all while reducing the risks of nuclear proliferation– host Jason Bordoff spoke with former US Secretary of Energy Ernest Moniz. A key architect of the Paris Agreement and Iran nuclear deal, Moniz is currently the CEO of the Energy Futures Initiative and the Nuclear Threat Initiative. Before joining the Obama administration as Secretary of Energy, Dr. Moniz  served as Under Secretary of Energy and as Associate Director for Science in the Office of Science and Technology Policy at the Department of Energy. Prior to his appointment, Dr. Moniz was a Physics and Engineering Systems Systems Professor at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology, where he founded the MIT Energy Initiative. In this conversation, Dr. Moniz sheds light on the energy security threats created by the Russia-Ukraine conflict, where things stand on the Iran deal and the future of energy innovation amid turbulent times for the markets.

Things have shifted dramatically since we aired our last episode. There's now a crisis in Ukraine and sanctions on Russian oil and gas. This is all on top of record demand for petroleum products and electricity as the world emerges from lockdowns. So this week, we're bring you an episode about energy security from the other podcast that we have here at the Center on Global Energy Policy, the Columbia Energy Exchange. If you like the show, please head give it a rating and review. An increased demand for energy following COVID-19 lockdowns created a severe energy supply crunch in Europe this winter. And now, decisions from corporate executives and government leaders to reduce or outright ban the purchase of Russian oil has forced energy prices even higher.  For a look at how energy markets can be leveraged to end Russia's war in Ukraine and accelerate the transition to clean energy– all while reducing the risks of nuclear proliferation– host Jason Bordoff spoke with former US Secretary of Energy Ernest Moniz. A key architect of the Paris Agreement and Iran nuclear deal, Moniz is currently the CEO of the Energy Futures Initiative and the Nuclear Threat Initiative. Before joining the Obama administration as Secretary of Energy, Dr. Moniz  served as Under Secretary of Energy and as Associate Director for Science in the Office of Science and Technology Policy at the Department of Energy. Prior to his appointment, Dr. Moniz was a Physics and Engineering Systems Systems Professor at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology, where he founded the MIT Energy Initiative. In this conversation, Dr. Moniz sheds light on the energy security threats created by the Russia-Ukraine conflict, where things stand on the Iran deal and the future of energy innovation amid turbulent times for the markets.

The conflict between Ukraine and Russia is intensifying and President Biden has warned that Putin could send troops into Ukraine any day. NATO countries, including the US, are sending military equipment to Ukraine in preparation for the worst. But Germany is holding back. With gas prices at an all-time high, the future of Nord Stream 2 in limbo and the recent shutdown of nuclear plants: Can Europe be self-sufficient without Russian gas?   In this week's episode, Jason Bordoff is joined by Stephen Lacey, host of The Carbon Copy podcast, to look at how we got here. Turns out a lot of it has to do with the geopolitics of the energy transition.  Together, they break down the tricky dynamics between Russia and the rest of Europe. Countries like Germany have invested vast amounts of money in renewables in the hopes of cutting dependence on imported fossil fuels, but how long will it take to get there?  Check out the Foreign Affairs article on this topic that Jason co-authored with policy expert Meghan O'Sullivan.

This episode, we're joined by Paul Robinson our Managing Consultant at Blackmores to talk about ISO 50001 – the Energy Management Standard. Paul gives us some guidance and advice on how to audit and implement this standard effectively and how you can make improvements in your energy management. We also talk about some common techniques to reduce energy consumption, how to increase a buildings energy efficiency, and how to monitor if equipment is being used in line with good practice. You'll learn How to make improvements in your energy management. How to implement the energy management standard ISO 50001. The purpose and benefits of carrying out internal audits. Common techniques to reduce energy consumption. How to increase a buildings energy efficiency. Why everyone should switch to LED lights. Resources isology Hub Blackmores   In this episode, we talk about: [02:25] The purpose and benefits of carrying out internal audits. [03:31] Benefits data centres have had as a result of auditing. [04:45] How an organization can set up a robust audit programme. [07:23] The impact a building's design has on its energy efficiency and how this can be improved. [10:16] The importance of monitoring systems and the power of automation. [11:59] How to know which maintenance companies to work with. [13:13] How to know if equipment is being used with good practice. [15:26] The benefits of raising opportunities of improvement to management. [17:59] Common opportunities for businesses to improve their energy management. [21:24] Evidence you expect to see when carrying out an ISO 50001 audit. If you need assistance with implementing ISO 50001 or another standard – Contact us! We'd love to hear your views and comments about the ISO Show, here's how: Share the ISO Show on Twitter or Linkedin Leave an honest review on iTunes or Soundcloud. Your ratings and reviews really help and we read each one. Subscribe to keep up-to-date with our latest episodes: Stitcher | Spotify | YouTube |iTunes | Soundcloud

We're joined again by Paul Robinson, Managing Consultant at Blackmores. Last week Paul summarised the importance of energy management and introduced us to ISO 50001. This week, he delves deeper into the individual clauses of the Standard to break down what's required in a typical Energy Management System.   What you'll learn: The main clauses and requirements of ISO 50001 Examples of ISO 50001's application in other Businesses based on Paul's experience   What are the main clauses of ISO 50001? ISO 50001 has been aligned with the Annex SL format since 2018 so that it may be more easily integrated with other ISO Standards. The clauses are as follows: Clauses 1, 2 and 3 – These are all explanatory clauses, starting with the scope, then Normative References and lastly Terms and Definitions.   Clause 4 – Context of the Organisation: Here you would define the scope and boundaries of your energy management system and understanding the processes affected. This includes looking at your energy inputs and outputs. You'll also address any energy issues that affect you and interested parties involved.     Clause 5 – Leadership: This refers to Top Management commitment, which is necessary if you want your energy management system to be successful. They will need to provide resources required to implement an energy policy, and to define roles and responsibilities.   Clause 6 – Planning: This is a central pillar behind every Energy Management System as it talks about strategic and tactical considerations. This includes high-level issues, the needs and expectations of interested parties and the risks and opportunities associated with them in an energy context.     This clause also includes an Energy Review, which will help you build a picture of your energy sources and current consumption. From that you can start setting your Objectives and Targets and actions going forward using energy baselines and energy performance indicators established from the Energy Review.   Clause 7 – Support: This clause talks about provision of resources, competencies, awareness, communication and documented information required for energy management.   Clause 8 – Operation: This is where operational controls are defined to help you manage your energy effectively. It also covers design and procurement, which means procuring of energy, consuming assets and having effective processes in place to ensure energy is a key consideration when making infrastructure changes.     Clause 9 – Performance Evaluation: ISO 50001 is very data driven and clause 9 states the requirements for monitoring and measurement of your energy use, which will be used to demonstrate your improvement in energy efficiency. This clause also covers Internal Audits and Management Review to ensure the Management System is performing effectively.   Clause 10 – Improvement: This clause talks about taking opportunities that drive continual improvement in the Management System, but also recognizing that sometimes things go wrong. It also addresses significant deviations and a structure to investigate and correct those deviations to keep the management system on track.   What can go wrong?: Based on his experience, Paul highlighted some issues he's seen in existing Management Systems: Not aligning an Energy Management system with Company Objectives Lack of financial resources Having the Management system built and run by only one person – This becomes a single point of failure Confusion in responding to energy deviations – lack of communication of a process to correct non-conformities Rushed creation – Energy Management Systems created in a short span of time may not be properly embedded into the business and can lead to the issues listed above.   That's it from Paul this week! For further information on ISO 50001, visit our Standards page Here. We also have an ISO 50001 Handbook available to members of the isologyhub, sign up here to grab a copy. If you're just getting started with ISO, we do have a free ISO Blueprint available for download to help you to plan, create, launch and get certified to ISO Standards. We'd love to hear your views and comments about the ISO Show, here's how: Share the ISO Show on Twitter or Linkedin Leave an honest review on iTunes or Soundcloud. Your ratings and reviews really help and we read each one. Subscribe to keep up-to-date with our latest episodes: Stitcher | Spotify | YouTube |iTunes | Soundcloud

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Energy is everything. So many times people struggle with the motivation of how to get energy up and the commitment of how to improve their daily energy. Are you wondering why your energy is low? Are you wondering why you struggle with low-energy? Is it a commitment problem? Is it an exercise issue? In relating to the concepts of a simple metaphor of poker, Don Markland highlights how going “all in” can increase energy and help you make faster decisions and bring about lasting change throughout your entire life. By using examples from history, psychology, musical theater, and even television, Markland ties into the contemporary crisis the issue of commitment and energy why the time is now to go “All In”