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The largest grid operator in the U.S., PJM, has more than 3,000 active projects in its interconnection queue, more than four other ISOs combined. And it used to be easy to build in Texas, but ERCOT is facing the same challenges as other regions. Spearmint Energy's Andrew Waranch and Gina Wolf examine the nuances of building ISO supply in this episode of Power Plays.
As electrical grid operators move to fast-track gas projects, consumer and environmental advocates raise red flags. --- The U.S. electricity grid is undergoing a dramatic transformation. As coal plants retire, wind, solar, and battery storage now dominate the pipeline of new power projects. Yet in recent months, some policymakers and grid operators have called for a new wave of natural gas plants to meet rising electricity demand from AI data centers and industrial growth. Supporters argue that gas offers a fast, reliable solution. Critics see a costly, backward-looking move that undermines long-term climate and affordability goals. Too often missing from this debate is the voice of the consumer—the people ultimately footing the bill. This episode explores the consumer perspective on our rapidly evolving grid with two guests with deep experience at the intersection of grid policy and public interest. Patrick Cicero is the former consumer advocate for Pennsylvania. John Quigley is a senior fellow at the Kleinman Center and former secretary of Pennsylvania’s Department of Environmental Protection. Together, they discuss what the energy transition means for ratepayers—and the policies needed to ensure a clean, reliable, and equitable grid. Patrick Cicero is chief counsel at the Pennsylvania Utility Law Project and former consumer advocate for the state of Pennsylvania. John Quigley is a senior fellow at the Kleinman Center and a former secretary of Pennsylvania’s Department of Environmental Protection. Related Content Has Europe’s Emissions Trading Scheme Taken Away a Country’s Ability to Reduce Emissions? https://kleinmanenergy.upenn.edu/research/publications/has-europes-emissions-trading-scheme-taken-away-a-countrys-ability-to-reduce-emissions/ Fossil Foolishness https://kleinmanenergy.upenn.edu/commentary/blog/fossil-foolishness/ Energy Policy Now is produced by The Kleinman Center for Energy Policy at the University of Pennsylvania. For all things energy policy, visit kleinmanenergy.upenn.edu.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
BITG 5.10.25 • Properly Watering Your Mother's Day Gifts • DIY Custom Combos • Flowering Patio Tropicals • Getting Rid of Poison Ivy • Hotline Text About A Non-Blooming PJM Rhododendron 1. It's Mother's Day weekend and there are a lot of combination pots and hanging baskets being given as gifts. Watering correctly is life and death to these beautiful gifts…Listen in on how to care for these beauties during our 1st Segment! 2. How about you plant a real custom Combination Pot, one of your own design? We'll explain how in our second segment! 3. Patio Tropical Plants are becoming more & more popular around pools, Decks and patios. In our 3nd Segment we'll discuss their use and care!! 4. Leaves of Three let them be!! In our 4th segment We're going to discuss how to get rid of poison ivy!! 5. In our final segment we received a text from a listener that asked why their PJM isn't blooming! Hear why in our last segment. Philadelphia, South Jersey, & Delaware Valley Saturdays at 8am 860am | WWDB-AM Saturday at 6am & 5pm | 93.5FM & 1540am WNWR "The Word".... NYC Tri-State Area Sundays at 8am | 1250 AM "Classic Oldies" WMTR Bloomers in the Garden helps you and your neighbors have more beautiful yards, gardens and landscapes. Len is your “go-to” source for practical information, solid “local” advice that applies to the Delaware Valley. Learn about products and plants you can pronounce that are available at local Independent Garden Centers. Get inspired and confident to try new things, building on our past successful recommendations. Len Schroeder has a rich family heritage of horticulture dating back over 100 years. His own experience spans over 30 years as Owner of Bloomers Home & Garden Center. Bloomers is a Retail Garden Center that caters to the home gardener and the do-it-yourself landscaper. Bloomers prides itself on its staff training. We translate the often confusing gardening information into easy to understand, executable tasks. Len brings a professional lifetime of sorting out plants and products that work when customers get them home. Have a question for us or a topic you like us to discuss? Have a question for us or a topic you like us to discuss? Call the Bloomer's Garden Hotline” at (609)685-1880 to leave your question, your name and the town you're from! You can also write to len@bloomers.com ....
Perkins Coie's Jane Rueger and Jacob Neeley join NPM's Kaitlin Fallowfield on the pod this week to discuss the eight options PJM recently presented to FERC for policies governing data centers with co-located power generation. Rueger and Neely review the advantages for developers across the different options, offer insight about how companies might navigate contracts with hyperscalers and make predictions on what the industry may see when PJM receives a response from stakeholders on its data center co-location strategy. New Project Media (NPM) is a leading data, intelligence, and events company providing business development led coverage across the US & European power and data center markets. NPM serves 400+ global development, investment, finance, advisory and corporate customers.Download our mobile app.
#225: Blast From the Past (4/14/25) Links: House passes Senate Budget https://www.reuters.com/world/us/republican-controlled-us-house-try-again-trump-tax-cuts-bill-2025-04-10/ Source: Reuters Trade Anonymous Sources Say Bessent Taking the Lead in Trade Negotiations https://www.politico.com/news/2025/04/10/bessent-trade-lutnick-navarro-shakeup-00284597 Source: Politico Trump is going to lose the gamers. Nintendo Switch 2 Delayed https://tech.yahoo.com/article/nintendo-switch-2-pre-orders-release-date-prices-delays-and-everything-else-you-need-to-know-140931024.html Source: Engadget Trump Exempts Phones, Chips, Computers from Tariffs https://www.cnbc.com/2025/04/12/trump-exempts-phones-computers-chips-tariffs-apple-dell.html Source: CNBC China moves to cut off rare earth exports https://www.reuters.com/markets/commodities/chinas-rare-earth-exports-grind-halt-trade-war-controls-bite-2025-04-11/ Source: Reuters China halts US LNG imports https://finance.yahoo.com/news/china-halts-us-lng-imports-061447892.html Source: Bloomberg IRA Credits Senate Squish Squad https://thehill.com/policy/energy-environment/5245273-senate-republicans-energy-tax-credits/ Source: The Hill Sunset Crowd in the House https://www.eenews.net/articles/republican-bill-would-phase-out-wind-solar-credits/ Source: E&E New Congestion Pricing Lives On https://www.cbsnews.com/newyork/news/nyc-congestion-pricing-mta-trump-administration-deal/ Source: CBS News EV Factories Cancelled https://www.washingtonpost.com/climate-environment/2025/04/03/ev-factories-canceled/ Source: Washington Post AI helping PJM. What does that mean exactly? https://www.reuters.com/technology/google-deploys-ai-speed-up-connections-pjm-largest-us-power-grid-2025-04-10/ Source: Reuters
INE emitió 14 mil 359 credenciales para personas en estado de postración Aseguran 50 mil litros de huachicol en GuanajuatoAbierta la convocatoria para ingresar a la Secretaría de Seguridad del Edomex INE emitió 14 mil 359 credenciales para próximas elecciones del PJMás información en nuestro podcast
Summary: The rapid rise of AI is transforming industries at an unprecedented pace, creating both challenges and opportunities for innovation. With technology this powerful, pure progress is not enough. We have a responsibility to be intentional about about how we build it, power it, and use it, to ensure it drives positive outcomes and a more sustainable future. Today, we're sitting down with Rahul Mewawalla, the President and CEO of Mawson Infrastructure Group, a rapidly evolving digital infrastructure services company that trades on NASDAQ under the symbol MIGI. Rahul has been a CEO for over a decade, leading numerous technology companies, including household names like Yahoo, Nokia, and General Electric. Rahul has served on the boards of six NASDAQ-listed companies, two of which he chaired. He led San Francisco's Innovation and Technology Program in collaboration with the White House and the Executive Office of the President, served as a Special Government Employee with the U.S. Department of Defense, and was an advisor to Stanford University's Persuasive Technology Lab. Rahul has had a front-row seat to four major technology waves—the internet, mobile, cloud, and AI—giving him tremendous perspective on today's rapidly evolving landscape In this episode, Rahul explores how companies are joining forces to address AI's soaring energy demands—and what it means for the future of digital infrastructure. He delves into the evolving partnership between technology firms and energy providers, the growing role of nuclear and carbon-neutral power in sustaining AI's expansion, and why cross-industry collaboration is essential for long-term success.Highlights:Rahul discusses what initially drew him to digital infrastructure (3:18)Mawson's strategic shift from cryptocurrency mining to AI infrastructure (6:01)Key components and functions in an AI technology stack (8:34)Rahul's perspective on the transformative AI wave and growing investment around it (11:29)Rahul describes what the PJM market is (13:44)Investment in nuclear energy (15:30)Rahul discusses Mawson's management team and leadership strategy (17:50)Mawson's announcement of a major AI co-location agreement (19:51)Rahul explains why industry collaboration is essential for scaling AI infrastructure (21:49)Mawson's total addressable market and maintaining a competitive edge (23:25)How Rahul balances leadership and innovation (24:58)The future innovations and business opportunities Rahul sees for Mawson (26:53)Links:Rahul Mewawalla on LinkedInMawson Infrastructure on LinkedInMawson Infrastructure WebsiteICR LinkedIn ICR Twitter ICR Website Feedback:If you have questions about the show, or have a topic in mind you'd like discussed in future episodes, email our producer, marion@lowerstreet.co.
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The Northeast has long been one of the most complex regions for battery storage development in the U.S. While Texas and California have surged ahead, PJM and NYISO have struggled with slow interconnection processes, shifting policy landscapes, and unpredictable market signals. But is that starting to change?This week, Quentin is joined by Paul Reed, Founder and CEO of RSunrise Energy, to discuss why he believes the Northeast is primed for a battery storage resurgence. With deep experience in PJM and a track record of navigating regulatory and market challenges, Paul shares insights on the impact of queue reform, the opportunities emerging from distressed assets, and why state-level incentives are creating a new wave of investment.Over the course of the episode, they discuss: How queue reform is reshaping storage development in PJM and NYISO.The impact of rising capacity prices and why 2025 is a key inflection point.The role of federal and state incentives in making battery projects financeable.What developers need to know about securing grid connections and revenue certainty.Why Paul believes the Northeast is the next big opportunity for storage growth.About our GuestPaul Reed is the Founder and CEO of RSunrise Energy, a development firm focused on battery storage projects in PJM and the Northeast. With nearly a decade of experience in demand response, behind-the-meter storage, and grid-scale development, Paul has played a key role in advancing energy storage in some of the most challenging markets in the U.S. Today, he is focused on building out a portfolio of storage projects that will help drive the next phase of grid modernization in the Northeast. Find Paul on LinkedIn.About Modo EnergyModo Energy provides forecasts, benchmarking, data, and insights for new energy assets - all in one place. Built for analysts, Modo helps the owners, operators, builders, and financiers of battery energy storage solutions understand the market - and make the most out of their assets.All of our podcasts are available to watch or listen to on the Modo Energy site. To keep up with all of our latest updates, research, analysis, videos, podcasts, data visualizations, live events, and more, follow us on LinkedIn or Twitter. Check out The Energy Academy, our video series of bite-sized chunks explaining how different battery energy storage systems work.
The Northeast has long been one of the most complex regions for battery storage development in the U.S. While Texas and California have surged ahead, PJM and NYISO have struggled with slow interconnection processes, shifting policy landscapes, and unpredictable market signals. But is that starting to change?This week, Quentin is joined by Paul Reed, Founder and CEO of RSunrise Energy, to discuss why he believes the Northeast is primed for a battery storage resurgence. With deep experience in PJM and a track record of navigating regulatory and market challenges, Paul shares insights on the impact of queue reform, the opportunities emerging from distressed assets, and why state-level incentives are creating a new wave of investment.Over the course of the episode, they discuss: How queue reform is reshaping storage development in PJM and NYISO.The impact of rising capacity prices and why 2025 is a key inflection point.The role of federal and state incentives in making battery projects financeable.What developers need to know about securing grid connections and revenue certainty.Why Paul believes the Northeast is the next big opportunity for storage growth.About our GuestPaul Reed is the Founder and CEO of RSunrise Energy, a development firm focused on battery storage projects in PJM and the Northeast. With nearly a decade of experience in demand response, behind-the-meter storage, and grid-scale development, Paul has played a key role in advancing energy storage in some of the most challenging markets in the U.S. Today, he is focused on building out a portfolio of storage projects that will help drive the next phase of grid modernization in the Northeast. Find Paul on LinkedIn.About Modo EnergyModo Energy provides forecasts, benchmarking, data, and insights for new energy assets - all in one place. Built for analysts, Modo helps the owners, operators, builders, and financiers of battery energy storage solutions understand the market - and make the most out of their assets.All of our podcasts are available to watch or listen to on the Modo Energy site. To keep up with all of our latest updates, research, analysis, videos, podcasts, data visualizations, live events, and more, follow us on LinkedIn or Twitter. Check out The Energy Academy, our video series of bite-sized chunks explaining how different battery energy storage systems work.
North America’s electricity grid faces a shortfall of power. A grid policy expert explores one region’s efforts to ensure reliability and the controversies its proposals have raised. --- In December, the North American Electric Reliability Corporation, or NERC, released its annual assessment of grid reliability across North America. The results were concerning. NERC, which is the organization responsible for setting grid reliability standards, reported that electricity supply is struggling to keep up with rapidly growing demand across much of the U.S. and Canada. In several major grid regions, electricity shortfalls could occur under challenging conditions within the next one to three years. On the podcast, Abe Silverman, assistant research scholar at the Ralph O’Connor Sustainable Energy Institute at Johns Hopkins University, discusses the threat of electricity supply shortages with a focus on one area of the grid in particular, the PJM Interconnection. PJM is the largest regional grid operator in the U.S., serving 65 million people in the eastern part of the country. PJM recently announced that it, too, could face a capacity shortage as early as 2026. To date, the grid operator has undertaken a complex set of actions to address its challenges, with more efforts on the way. Silverman explores PJM’s looming supply shortfall, and examines the steps it’s taking to shore up supply. He also explains the controversies that some of these actions have raised. Abraham Silverman is an assistant research scholar at the Ralph O’Connor Sustainable Energy Institute at Johns Hopkins University, and former general counsel for the New Jersey Board of Public Utilities. Related Content The Untapped Potential of “Repurposed Energy” https://kleinmanenergy.upenn.edu/research/publications/the-untapped-potential-of-repurposed-energy/ An Exploration of Solar Access: How Can Tenants Benefit from Solar Financing Policies? https://kleinmanenergy.upenn.edu/research/publications/an-exploration-of-solar-access-how-can-tenants-benefit-from-solar-financing-policies/ Energy Policy Now is produced by The Kleinman Center for Energy Policy at the University of Pennsylvania. For all things energy policy, visit kleinmanenergy.upenn.eduSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Tonja Wicks, Vice President of Regulatory Affairs for Elevate Renewables, joins the NPM Podcast to discuss her active role in PJM's reform on Capacity Interconnection Right (CIR) Transfers, how we got here, and what's next for solving the gap in new and retiring assets.Later in the program, she talks about her passion for energy policy, bringing renewables to overlooked communities, and her expectations for the incoming second act of the Trump administration. New Project Media (NPM) is a leading data, intelligence, and events company providing business development led coverage of the US and European renewable energy markets for the development, finance, M&A, and corporate community.Download our mobile app.
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Energy grids, markets and regulatory landscapes are evolving fast. The strategies used by BESS operators must be dynamic, as operators face a maze of regional markets, shifting policies, and cutting-edge technologies. In this episode Ali Karimian, Market Optimization Director at GridBeyond joins Quentin to explore the challenges and opportunities in markets like ERCOT, California, PJM, shedding light on critical developments such as PJM's recent capacity market overhaul and the surge in demand response programs across the country. Ali also shares insight into the role of cryptocurrency miners in energy markets, and where these unconventional players are proving vital for grid stability and unlocking new revenue streams.Over the course of the conversation, Quentin and Ali discuss:The differences between some of the most prominent markets for BESS in the United States, including ERCOT, CAISO and PJM.The current landscape shaping market attractiveness for battery operations.Policy & regulatory changes affecting ISO's including changes to ERCOT's ancillary services framework, PJM capacity market dynamics and continual updates for CAISO.The rise of crypto miners in energy markets and what characteristics make them suitable for supporting grid stability.Strategies enabling crypto miners to lower effective power costs.About our guestGridBeyond aim to unlock the potential of energy assets, driving sustainability, resilience, and affordability towards a zero-carbon future. Their technology optimizes utility-scale renewable generation, battery storage, and industrial loads by intelligently dispatching flexibility into the right market at the right time. Enabling asset owners and energy consumers to unlock new revenues, enhance resilience, manage price volatility, and support the transition to net zero. For more information on GridBeyond - head to their website.About Modo EnergyModo Energy provides forecasts, benchmarking, data, and insights for new energy assets - all in one place. Built for analysts, Modo helps the owners, operators, builders, and financiers of battery energy storage solutions understand the market - and make the most out of their assets.All of our podcasts are available to watch or listen to on the Modo Energy site. To keep up with all of our latest updates, research, analysis, videos, podcasts, data visualizations, live events, and more, follow us on LinkedIn. Check out The Energy Academy, our video series of bite-sized chunks explaining how different battery energy storage systems work.
Energy grids, markets and regulatory landscapes are evolving fast. The strategies used by BESS operators must be dynamic, as operators face a maze of regional markets, shifting policies, and cutting-edge technologies. In this episode Ali Karimian, Market Optimization Director at GridBeyond joins Quentin to explore the challenges and opportunities in markets like ERCOT, California, PJM, shedding light on critical developments such as PJM's recent capacity market overhaul and the surge in demand response programs across the country. Ali also shares insight into the role of cryptocurrency miners in energy markets, and where these unconventional players are proving vital for grid stability and unlocking new revenue streams.Over the course of the conversation, Quentin and Ali discuss:The differences between some of the most prominent markets for BESS in the United States, including ERCOT, CAISO and PJM.The current landscape shaping market attractiveness for battery operations.Policy & regulatory changes affecting ISO's including changes to ERCOT's ancillary services framework, PJM capacity market dynamics and continual updates for CAISO.The rise of crypto miners in energy markets and what characteristics make them suitable for supporting grid stability.Strategies enabling crypto miners to lower effective power costs.About our guestGridBeyond aim to unlock the potential of energy assets, driving sustainability, resilience, and affordability towards a zero-carbon future. Their technology optimizes utility-scale renewable generation, battery storage, and industrial loads by intelligently dispatching flexibility into the right market at the right time. Enabling asset owners and energy consumers to unlock new revenues, enhance resilience, manage price volatility, and support the transition to net zero. For more information on GridBeyond - head to their website.About Modo EnergyModo Energy provides forecasts, benchmarking, data, and insights for new energy assets - all in one place. Built for analysts, Modo helps the owners, operators, builders, and financiers of battery energy storage solutions understand the market - and make the most out of their assets.All of our podcasts are available to watch or listen to on the Modo Energy site. To keep up with all of our latest updates, research, analysis, videos, podcasts, data visualizations, live events, and more, follow us on LinkedIn. Check out The Energy Academy, our video series of bite-sized chunks explaining how different battery energy storage systems work.
Energy-infrastructure developers are on the front lines of realizing the electricity growth need to power the AI revolution. In this episode of Bloomberg Intelligence’s ESG Currents podcast, Andrew John Stevenson, senior climate analyst, sits down with Dan Lee, Managing Partner at Simcore Partners. From the backup in grid availability in PJM plants to the opportunities to boost assets in Texas grid operator ERCOT, this episode delves deep into the process to get electrons on the grid in a timely, low-cost fashion. This episode was recorded on Dec. 11, 2024.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
With news that wholesale prices of electricity are going to rise sharply next year, there is increasing concern about the regional transmission organization called PJM, which covers 13 states from New Jersey to Illinois. Sunil Dasgupta talks with Maryland Delegate Lorig Charkoudian and West Virginia Delegate Evan Hansen about how they see the problem and are working together. Music from Washington DC rock ‘n' roll band 7 Door Sedan.
Today we had the honor of hosting Pablo Vegas, President and CEO of the Electric Reliability Council of Texas (ERCOT). Pablo was appointed as CEO by Governor Abbott in October 2022, after previously serving as Executive Vice President of NiSource and Group President of NiSource Utilities. His previous management roles included senior positions with both American Electric Power and IBM. Pablo also serves on the Global Advisory Board for the Harvard Business School and is a member of the Texas Advanced Nuclear Working Group. ERCOT manages the flow of electricity to over 27 million Texas customers and oversees one of the most unique power grids in the US. We were thrilled to hear Pablo's unique insights on the latest power developments in Texas and across the US. In our conversation, we explore ERCOT's collaboration with international and domestic grid operators to share best practices for managing intermittent resources and ensuring resource adequacy, ERCOT's unique operational advantages, and Texas's projected electricity demand growth by 2030, which equates to adding Germany's current electricity demand. We discuss the reliability risks associated with renewable energy integration, insights into the current state of battery storage capacity, and the need for Texas market design changes to better incentivize the building of more dispatchable power plants. Pablo shares details about the Texas Energy Fund's $5 billion allocation aimed at incentivizing up to 10 gigawatts of dispatchable power, economic hurdles for coal plants as well as combined-cycle gas plants under EPA regulations requiring carbon capture by the end of 2031, opportunities for nuclear energy development, and the lack of clear market pricing signals in ERCOT compared to capacity market spikes in PJM and MISO. We touch on how the new administration might approach power policy, how current federal regulations hinder power sector growth despite incentives for broader economic expansion, and more. We ended by asking Pablo for his predictions for what Texas's generation mix might look like in five years and for the future of ERCOT's connectivity with other grids. We covered a great deal of territory and can't thank Pablo enough for his insights into all these critical topics. Mike Bradley kicked off the show by highlighting that markets remain in “digestion” mode as they continue to react to Trump's Cabinet picks. Over the weekend, Trump nominated Scott Bessent for Secretary of Treasury and markets responded favorably (bond yields dropped) on Monday as many investors believe he'll be more balanced on the tariff front. However, Trump surprised markets a day later by vowing that he'll levy additional tariffs on China (10%) and new import tariffs (25%) on all Canadian & Mexican goods. On the crude oil market front, WTI traded sideways/slightly down over the past week (~$69/bbl) due to a potential ceasefire deal in the Middle East. He noted that the December 1st OPEC meeting will now be virtual. OPEC's leadership will likely look to extend current production curtailments for another three months to get them through the seasonally weak Q1 period. On the natural gas front, U.S. natural gas price in recent weeks has spiked from ~$3.00/MMBtu to ~$3.40/MMBtu due to a colder 6-10-day weather outlook. The real gas story is in Europe where natural gas price in recent weeks has spiked to ~$15/MMBtu due to an early spell of cold weather, lower LNG shipments and extremely low wind generation. On the broader equity market front, the S&P 500 and Nasdaq were up just over 1.5% over the last week as they continue to digest Trump Cabinet picks and what policy priorities might be enacted on early in his Presidency. On the energy equity front, the Energy sector was one of the few S&P sectors down last week (~1.5%). He also noted a handful of Energy & Materials sector deals this past week and ended by discussing that the COP29 Conference in Baku c
DERVOS, 10/25/24, NYCRenewables have been breaking many of the mechanisms in our power markets, irrespective of structure. Across energy only, IRP, and capacity markets, we have been seeing "weirdness" in price action and regulatory responses as solar and wind continue to dominate new installs. It'll be an acronym stew: from PCM and RUC buying in ERCOT, adjusting ELCCs in PJM leading to capacity prices 10x'ing, to NEM 3.0 in CAISO. We want to contend with what this means today and then try to map a path into where it all leads tomorrow. Will these existing structures adapt, or will something new emerge?Speakers: Jacob Mays (Cornell), Brian Bartholomew (REV Renewables), Eric Goff (Goff Policy), Andy Reger (PA Consulting)Moderator: James McGinniss (DER Task Force & David Energy) This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.dertaskforce.com/subscribe
Welcome back to the Mining Pod! For this week's stock show, Colin interviews Bitfarms CEO Ben Gagnon and Senior Vice President of Global Mining Operations Alex Brammer. Bitfarms made a name for itself as one of the first publicly traded bitcoin miners to expand into South America, first with its operations in Argentina and then in Paraguay. Now, Bitfarms is planning to house 50% of its future hashrate in Pennsylvania with its acquisition of Stronghold Digital. They discuss how their new portfolio in Pennsylvania gives Bitfarms the option to enter the energy trading business, and Bitfarms's strategy for potentially breaking into the AI/HPC business by 2026.
Save 15% off any membership with code PJMLIVE15. Learn more about ARE 5.0 exam prep at https://www.blackspectacles.com/pricing. Join Black Spectacles and architect Marissa Yee for the 100th episode of ARE Live to learn the best study strategies for passing the PjM exam. On this episode of ARE Live, we walk through a mock exam for the Project Management division of the ARE 5.0. You'll learn about the PjM exam and we'll cover topics related to assessing criteria required to allocate and manage project resources, interpreting key elements of the owner/contractor agreement and evaluating project documentation to ensure it supports the specified delivery method. Timestamps: 08:33 - Question No. 1 11:41 - Question No. 2 20:55 - Question No. 3 23:42 - Question No. 4 28:29 - Question No. 5 See previous episodes or register for the next ARE Live at https://www.blackspectacles.com/podcast
Maybe you noticed, or maybe you didn't, but a month ago, the PJM auction results were announced and the cost for energy capacity in the largest region in the US saw prices up 800% yoy! This was enough of a shock that we reached out to the Energy Supply Association to ask them to explain what is going on. Rich Excell CFA, CMT was joined by Todd Snitchler, the CEO of Energy Supply Association, to walk us through the supply and demand dynamics in the energy market now
BP has decided to sell its onshore wind business in the US, aligning with the company's return focusing on oil and gas. GE Vernova has partnered with Italian company Lizard Renewables to develop over a gigawatt of renewable power in Italy. Engie has added Ares Management as a partner in a 2.7 gigawatt portfolio in North America. Sign up now for Uptime Tech News, our weekly email update on all things wind technology. This episode is sponsored by Weather Guard Lightning Tech. Learn more about Weather Guard's StrikeTape Wind Turbine LPS retrofit. Follow the show on Facebook, YouTube, Twitter, Linkedin and visit Weather Guard on the web. And subscribe to Rosemary Barnes' YouTube channel here. Have a question we can answer on the show? Email us! Pardalote Consulting - https://www.pardaloteconsulting.comWeather Guard Lightning Tech - www.weatherguardwind.comIntelstor - https://www.intelstor.com NF92324 Allen Hall: I'm Allen Hall, president of Weather Guard Lightning Tech, and I'm here with the founder and CEO of IntelStor, Phil Totaro, and the chief commercial officer of Weather Guard Lightning Tech, Joel Saxum. And this is your News Flash. Newsflash is brought to you by our friends at IntelStor. If you want market intelligence that generates revenue, then book a demonstration of IntelStor at IntelStor. com French power utility Engie has partnered with Ares management in a significant us renewable energy deal. Engie North America has attracted Ares management infrastructure opportunities fund as a minority partner in a 2. 7 gigawatt portfolio. of operational solar, wind, and co located storage assets across the U. S. This transaction, NJ's largest operating portfolio sell down in the U. S., involves 15 plants across ERCOT, MESO, PJM, and SPP. Okay, Phil, a lot of acquisitions and mergers happening again, this time with Engie. Philip Totaro: Yeah, this one is Interesting a little bit because it's More or less their first foray besides what they've done in offshore. It's one of their first kind of forays into significant minority ownership from a financially focused partner And, Ares obviously has an appetite. Ares owns a few other assets in the U. S., either majority or significant minority as well. And so to add this kind of a portfolio to the mix gives both companies, It helps both companies achieve what they want in terms of, freeing up some additional capital for Engie to go reinvest in other projects and, bringing on a partner that wants financially viable assets in their, in their portfolio mix. So, look, we've talked about a number of these kinds of deals in the past where, a financially focused company gets into a portfolio, either minority, majority but partners in some way, shape, or form with an experienced owner and operator and it's, it's good to see this, this matchup. And I would expect if there's anyone else out there that hasn't already, executed deals like this, they are probably looking to go in this direction because there is a lot of capital that it's sitting on the sidelines right now. You're, you're not seeing tons and tons of new capital go into new project build out because of interest rates and et cetera. But there is capital kind of sitting on the sidelines that wants to be able to get into renewables. This is still one way they can do that by partnering on a pre existing portfolio. Joel Saxum: And from an operational standpoint, Ares just, I think, a few years ago acquired the majority stake in Apex Clean Energy. And when that happened, I know the Apex Teams ended up operating their assets more themselves. So, and where they were traditionally kind of like letting other ISPs or whatever, or, or FSAs manage them, they turned into a different financial model. So you can look for some of these assets that Engie manages right now with the Ares funds and to possibly adjust how they manage these things. from a operational standpoint as well. But like Phil said,
The nation's largest power market, PJM Interconnection, is proposing to stop payments for energy efficiency initiatives, which are meant to encourage households and businesses to use less power. POLITICO's Catherine Morehouse breaks down PJM's proposal, how FERC is involved, and why clean energy advocates aren't thrilled. Plus, the Treasury Department is proposing a rule implementing a potentially lucrative tax credit that could cover nearly a third of the cost for businesses and individuals installing electric vehicle charging stations in low-income and rural areas. Catherine Morehouse is an energy reporter for POLITICO. Josh Siegel is an energy reporter for POLITICO. Nirmal Mulaikal is a POLITICO audio host-producer. Annie Rees is the managing producer for audio at POLITICO. Gloria Gonzalez is the deputy energy editor for POLITICO. Matt Daily is the energy editor for POLITICO. For more news on energy and the environment, subscribe to Power Switch, our free evening newsletter: https://www.politico.com/power-switch And for even deeper coverage and analysis, read our Morning Energy newsletter by subscribing to POLITICO Pro: https://subscriber.politicopro.com/newsletter-archive/morning-energy
To meet the nation's rising demand for electricity, we need to build a lot of power generation, and fast, and keep what we have. What's the best way to get there? What policies and market foundations can best incentivize the investment and enable the buildout needed while mitigating costs and keeping the grid reliable? In part 2 of the final episode of our four-part series exploring the challenge and opportunity presented by rising power demand, we interview competitive power experts and executives from Alpha Generation, Calpine Corporation, and LS Power.See Calpine's press release on expansion of generation development efforts in the PJM region.Liked this episode? Share it on X @EPSANews or LinkedIn at Electric Power Supply Association. Want more competitive power updates? Sign up for our monthly Power Moves newsletter.
We're back! This time with Nic Freschi, Senior Associate at Gable Associates and all around PJM wizard. Nic is a friend and OG member of the DERTF. Almost a year ago, Nic's models began predicting the ~10x increase in PJM capacity prices we saw in the recent auction. How did he know?In this ep, we go deep on every acronym you could ever imagine: ELCC, ORDC, PCM, LSERO, UCAP, ICAP, and so much more. Tune in to learn how ELCCs work, how prices clear in the PJM auction, if renewables can ever proliferate in capacity markets, the future of PJM, whether private traders or public bureaucrats should have their hands on the “ELCC dials”, comparing and contrasting ERCOT to PJM, James getting PJM-pilled, and so much more! This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.dertaskforce.com/subscribe
Rapidly rising electric power demand driven by data centers and AI, manufacturing growth, the push to electrify the economy, and other factors means we're going to be asking a lot of America's energy infrastructure. What is the current state of the power grid? With reliability concerns already on the horizon, how will the need to connect and run not just new megawatts or gigawatts – but terawatts – of power impact the system? What kinds of power generation will be needed to keep the lights on, and how are system planners keeping pace? Reliability watchdog Jim Robb of the North American Electric Reliability Corporation, analyst Christi Tezak, and Aftab Khan, who leads operations, planning, and security for the nation's largest grid operator, PJM Interconnection, weigh in. This is the second episode in a four-part series from Energy Solutions, exploring the challenge and opportunity presented by rising power demand, policy and market design considerations, and ways to meet the moment. Episode Guests: Jim Robb, president and CEO, North American Electric Reliability CorporationAftab Khan, executive vice president of operations, planning, & security, PJM InterconnectionChristi Tezak, senior director, ClearView Energy Partners LLCThe opinions and analysis presented in this episode represent the viewpoints of the speakers, not necessarily those of the Electric Power Supply Association.Liked this episode? Share it on X @EPSANews or LinkedIn at Electric Power Supply Association. Want more competitive power updates? Sign up for our monthly Power Moves newsletter.
Let us know how we're doing - text us feedback or thoughts on episode contentThe US has enough renewable energy stuck in the permitting process to fully replace every single gas and coal facility on the current power grid. But the interconnection process, a convoluted analysis of impact, costs, siting and permitting requirements, has become a chokepoint for getting new renewable projects built. Only a percentage of those projects being developed are likely to ever come to completion.In this episode, Paul discusses some of the reasons as to why the interconnection queue has swelled to more than 2 Terrawatts of proposed capacity - and what we can do about that.For further research:"FERC approves PJM's ‘first-ready, first-served' interconnection reform plan, steps to clear backlog" - Utility Dive"Explainer on the Interconnection Final Rule" - FERC"Why the energy transition broke the U.S. interconnection system" - Utility Dive"Queued Up: 2024 Edition - Characteristics of Power Plants Seeking Transmission Interconnection As of the End of 2023" - Lawrence Berkeley National LaboratoryFollow Paul on LinkedIn.
Heat waves like the one we're in right now mean people will use more electricity for things like air conditioning. PJM, the electrical grid operator for the northeast region including Pennsylvania, is handling demand so far with the temperatures in the 90s day after day. With just more than one week until the budget deadline, the state Senate Majority Leader is addressing concerns about negotiations around the annual spending plan. Aerospace manufacturer Boeing is downsizing its workforce in Pennsylvania. The Free Application for Federal Student Aid has undergone a recent overhaul to make things easier. But its rollout has caused stumbling blocks for both high school students and colleges. Penn State trustees are hearing about the impact. Independent presidential candidate Robert F. Kennedy Jr. has filed paperwork to get on the ballot for the November election in Pennsylvania. Pennsylvania's highest court will decide whether the cash-paying electronic game terminals that are commonplace in convenience stores, bars and elsewhere are unlicensed gambling machines. Hershey's Joe Snively broke a third-period tie on a power-play scramble as the defending AHL champion Hershey Bears held off the Coachella Valley Firebirds 3-2 in Game 4 of the Calder Cup Final. The series is tied at two games apiece.Support WITF: https://www.witf.org/support/give-now/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
In this episode of the Energy News Beat Daily Standup, the hosts, Michael Tanner and Stuart Turley discuss the infeasibility of replacing a Talen Energy coal-fired power plant with battery storage according to PJM, criticize renewable energy's cost-effectiveness, and examine a report challenging climate change narratives. They also comment on the Biden administration's fossil fuel ban in federal buildings, note a pragmatic shift among major financial institutions like JP Morgan and Blackrock regarding energy investments, and analyze Saudi Arabia's oil pricing strategy and its potential to establish a global oil price floor.Highlights of the Podcast00:00 - Intro01:15 - Replacing a Talen Energy coal-fired power plant with battery storage is infeasible: PJM03:28 - GREGORY WRIGHTSTONE: Scientific Report Pours Cold Water On Major Talking Point Of Climate Activists05:34 - Biden Administration Bans Fossil Fuels in Federal Buildings07:22 - Surprise! The World's biggest bankers are suddenly energy pragmatists10:04 - steadies as ceasefire eludes Hamas, Israel11:14 - Saudi Arabia's Price Increase Could Indicate Oil Price Floor14:04 - Outro Please see the links below or articles that we discuss in the podcast.Replacing a Talen Energy coal-fired power plant with battery storage is infeasible: PJMMay 6, 2024 Mariel AlumitAn 800-MW, four-hour battery is “not a realistic option” for replacing Talen Energy's 1,280-MW, coal-fired Brandon Shores power plant near Baltimore, according to the PJM Interconnection. The Sierra Club's proposed battery storage solution to fill […]GREGORY WRIGHTSTONE: Scientific Report Pours Cold Water On Major Talking Point Of Climate ActivistsMay 6, 2024 Mariel AlumitThe purveyors of climate doom will not tolerate the good news of our planet thriving because of modest warming and increasing atmospheric carbon dioxide. However, a recent scientific paper concludes that an optimistic vision for Earth and […]Biden Administration Bans Fossil Fuels in Federal BuildingsMay 6, 2024 Mariel AlumitThe rule, mandated by the Energy Independence and Security Act of 2007, requires federal buildings to phase out fossil fuel usage by 2030. The focus is on transitioning to cleaner electricity sources like wind and […]Surprise! The World's biggest bankers are suddenly energy pragmatistsMay 6, 2024 Mariel AlumitJP Morgan, BlackRock drop out of climate banker cabal, and admit the Net Zero transition is “delayed” In February three of the four largest financial houses in the world, left the giant financial cabal called“Climate […]Oil steadies as ceasefire eludes Hamas, IsraelMay 6, 2024 Mariel AlumitHOUSTON, May 6 (Reuters) – Oil futures rose on Monday after Saudi Arabia hiked June crude prices for most regions and as the prospect of a quick agreement for a Gaza ceasefire deal appeared slim, […]Saudi Aramco in Talks to Buy Shell Gas Stations in MalaysiaMay 6, 2024 Mariel AlumitFour unnamed sources have told Reuters that Saudi state-run oil giant Aramco is in talks to potentially acquire Shell's billion-dollar gas station business in Malaysia, where the Dutch supergiant owns a network of nearly 1,000 […]Follow Stuart On LinkedIn and TwitterFollow Michael On LinkedIn and TwitterENB Top NewsEnergy DashboardENB PodcastENB Substack– Get in Contact With The Show –
Save 15% off any subscription with code PJMLIVE15. Learn more about Black Spectacles study materials at https://www.blackspectacles.com. Join Black Spectacles and architect Garric Baker to learn the best study strategies for passing the PjM exam. On this episode of ARE Live, we walk through a mock exam for the Project Management division of the ARE 5.0. You'll learn about the PjM exam and we'll cover topics related to the difference in contract types, an architect's liability for contractor recommendations, responsibility for hazardous conditions and firm billing rate calculations. Timestamps: 04:53: Question No. 1 11:35: Question No. 2 17:40: Question No. 3 20:36: Question No. 4 See previous episodes or register for the next ARE Live at https://www.blackspectacles.com/podcast
In this episode of the Energy News Beat Daily Standup, hosts Michael Tanner and Stuart Turley discuss significant headlines from Ceraweek and the energy sector. They highlight big oil executives pushing back against rapid energy transition calls, noting the challenges and uncertainties surrounding it. They also discuss the potential retirement of coal capacity in PJM without replacement, Biden administration's consideration of hastening coal power plant closures, Daniel Yergin's critique of the energy transition discourse, and ExxonMobil's stance on acquiring Hess amid a Chevron dispute. Additionally, they touch upon TotalEnergies' unexpected acquisition in the Eagle Ford Shale to support LNG terminal operations. Throughout, they analyze market trends, oil prices, and geopolitical impacts, emphasizing the complexities and dynamics within the energy landscape.Highlights of the Podcast00:00 - Intro01:56 - CERAWEEK-BIG OIL EXECUTIVES PUSH BACK AGAINST CALLS FOR FAST ENERGY TRANSITION04:44 - Up to 58 GW faces retirement in PJM by 2030 without replacement capacity in sight: market monitor06:45 - Biden officials mull quicker death for US coal power plants08:52 - Energy guru Daniel Yergin: «I'm sick of the energy transition discussion»10:53 - Markets Update12:54 - Oil rises to multi-month highs on Russian supply concerns14:34 - ExxonMobil has “no interest” in Hess purchase amidst Chevron dispute, CEO says17:01 - CERAWEEK: TotalEnergies to acquire upstream position in Eagle Ford Shale19:10 - OutroPlease see the links below or articles that we discuss in the podcast.CERAWEEK-BIG OIL EXECUTIVES PUSH BACK AGAINST CALLS FOR FAST ENERGY TRANSITIONMarch 19, 2024 Mariel AlumitHOUSTON, March 18 (Reuters) – Top oil executives took to the stage of a major energy conference on Monday to vocally oppose calls for a quick move away from fossil fuels, saying society would pay a steep cost […]Up to 58 GW faces retirement in PJM by 2030 without replacement capacity in sight: market monitorMarch 19, 2024 Mariel AlumitAbout 24 GW to 58 GW of thermal resources — or 12% to 30% of the PJM Interconnection's installed capacity — are at risk of retiring by 2030 without a clear source of replacement generation, […]Biden officials mull quicker death for US coal power plantsMarch 19, 2024 Mariel AlumitU.S. coal-fired power plants could be forced to shut down two years sooner than envisioned under a Biden administration plan to stifle pollution from the electricity sector. The potential change being seriously considered now by […]Energy guru Daniel Yergin: «I'm sick of the energy transition discussion»March 19, 2024 Mariel AlumitAt the COP28 climate summit in Dubai, countries committed themselves for the first time to moving away from oil, gas and coal. According to the International Energy Agency, demand for fossil fuels is set to […]Oil rises to multi-month highs on Russian supply concernsMarch 19, 2024 Mariel AlumitNEW YORK, March 19 (Reuters) – Oil prices rose to multi-month highs for the second straight session on Tuesday as traders assessed how Ukraine's recent attacks on Russian refineries would affect global petroleum supplies. U.S. […]ExxonMobil has “no interest” in Hess purchase amidst Chevron dispute, CEO saysMarch 19, 2024 Mariel Alumit(Bloomberg) – The boss of Exxon Mobil Corp. said Monday that it has no interest in buying Hess Corp. outright, despite taking Chevron Corp. to arbitration over its proposed $52 billion merger with the other […]CERAWEEK: TotalEnergies to acquire upstream position in Eagle Ford ShaleMarch 19, 2024 Mariel AlumitGlobal energy company TotalEnergies is expanding in the US shale patch with an upstream acquisition in the Eagle Ford of South Texas, chairman and CEO Patrick Pouyanné said March 18. “We are willing to integrate […]Follow Stuart On LinkedIn and TwitterFollow Michael On LinkedIn and TwitterENB Top NewsEnergy DashboardENB PodcastENB Substack– Get in Contact With The Show –
Steve Lieberman, Vice President of Transmission and Regulatory Affairs at American Municipal Power (or AMP), joins Colt Shaw on the NPM Podcast this week to discuss PJM's ongoing efforts to reform its forward-looking capacity market in the face of looming reliability concerns.Lieberman discusses the good and the bad of recent FERC-approved reforms, including stop-loss measures for non-performance charges, the unpredictability of tech-specific class ratings and how they impact Effective Load Carrying Capacity, developer concern over a lack of transparency in the process, the potential for future changes to the Market Seller Offer Cap, and more.New Project Media (NPM) is a leading data, intelligence, and events company providing origination led coverage of the renewable energy market for the development, finance, advisory & corporate community.NPM recently announced a European expansion via its strategic acquisition of Energy Rev, a leading London-based proprietary news service focused on Europe's renewable energy and energy transition financing and M&A market.
In this episode, we explore the innovative world of Gridmatic, an AI-enabled power market company that's revolutionizing how energy is transacted and managed, with a special focus on their work with Bitcoin miners and battery operators to enhance grid flexibility and efficiency.This episode covers:The origins of Gridmatic and how its founder, leveraging a decade of experience at Google, ventured into the energy sector to apply AI models for predicting supply, demand, and prices in wholesale electricity markets, aiming to integrate renewable energy sources smoothly into the grid.An in-depth discussion on how Gridmatic operates as a retailer, offering wholesale power along with additional services to customers, including big battery operators and Bitcoin miners, emphasizing the role of AI in optimizing energy consumption and costs.The evolving relationship between Gridmatic and Bitcoin mining operations, highlighting how the company's AI-driven strategies enable miners to access cheap power, participate in demand response programs, and contribute to grid stability.Insights into the growth of flexible load customers, particularly in the Bitcoin mining sector, and how this growth impacts grid flexibility and reliability, with Gridmatic playing a crucial role in managing these dynamic energy demands.A look into Gridmatic's operations beyond Texas, including their trading activities in PJM and plans for expansion, underscoring the company's ambition to innovate in the energy market on a broader scale.The potential and challenges of battery storage in the energy market, exploring Gridmatic's approach to operating grid-scale batteries and their vision for the future of energy storage and its integration with renewable energy sources.Join us as we delve into the fascinating intersection of AI, energy, and cryptocurrency with Gridmatic, shedding light on the future of energy management and the critical role of innovative technologies in achieving a more flexible, efficient, and sustainable grid.
In this episode, we explore Conduit Power's groundbreaking solution to transform stranded flared gas into valuable power, offering a sustainable and profitable alternative for E&P producers, with insights from co-founders Ben and Travis on their journey through the evolving landscape of energy transition and distributed generation.This episode delves into:The origin story of Conduit Power, highlighting how Ben and Travis leveraged their backgrounds in the energy sector to address the challenge of low gas prices and high power volatility, creating a unique business model that benefits E&P producers by converting stranded gas into electricity.An in-depth look at Conduit Power's turnkey solution, which encompasses design, build, operate, and manage services, enabling E&P producers to monetize stranded gas efficiently and contribute to the grid's stability.The significance of power quality and the innovative use of battery storage alongside natural gas turbines to ensure reliable and dispatchable power, addressing the intermittent nature of renewable energy sources like wind and solar.The broader implications of distributed generation and the role of natural gas as a transitional fuel in achieving a balanced and sustainable energy mix, emphasizing the need for a holistic view that includes thermal generation alongside renewables.Conduit Power's growth trajectory and future plans, including expanding into new markets like PJM and partnering with more E&P producers to unlock the value of stranded gas, underscoring the company's commitment to energy transition and grid stability.Join us as we dive into the transformative work of Conduit Power, shedding light on the potential of stranded gas as a key player in the energy transition, and how innovative business models and technologies can pave the way for a more sustainable and efficient energy landscape.
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Earn, save, protect - energy storage is revolutionizing the way we think about and utilize electricity. Batteries are no longer just backup power sources - they have become assets capable of providing a multitude of services to the grid and customers. Earn - you can turn a battery into a cash machine by providing ‘ancillary services' to the grid operator with your battery. Save - you can reduce demand and capacity charges by using the battery to discharge during peak load hours/days. Protect - you can use a battery as a source of backup power during grid outages. Together, this ‘value stack' is the enchilada that customers are feasting on in many markets across the US and around the world. In this episode of the Clean Power Hour, host Tim Montague interviews David Braun, VP of Sales and Marketing at Intelligent Generation, about how adding battery storage can unlock additional value and revenue streams for behind-the-meter solar projects in PJM territory through this "value stack."They discuss concepts like energy arbitrage, capacity charge reduction, ancillary services, and resilience. The value of each depends on local energy market rules and tariffs. David explains how Intelligent Generation's software platform optimizes battery dispatch to maximize savings and earnings. This can improve solar project economics by 6-12 months (In Tim's experience this is a very conservative assessment - you can often 3x the value of a project by adding BESS). Key TakeawaysUnderstanding the "value-stack" of energy storage includes energy arbitrage, reducing capacity/transmission charges, providing ancillary grid services, and enhancing resilience.Importance of partnering with companies like Intelligent Generation early in project development to properly size and model the financial benefits of adding energy storage to solar projects.Recognizing the unique value propositions and revenue opportunities that energy storage can unlock in different energy markets (e.g., PJM, MISO).Staying informed about rapidly evolving battery incentives, tariff structures, and regulatory landscapes across different regions.David BraunIntelligent Generation Support the showConnect with Tim Clean Power Hour Clean Power Hour on YouTubeTim on TwitterTim on LinkedIn Email tim@cleanpowerhour.com Review Clean Power Hour on Apple PodcastsThe Clean Power Hour is produced by the Clean Power Consulting Group and created by Tim Montague. Contact us by email: CleanPowerHour@gmail.com Corporate sponsors who share our mission to speed the energy transition are invited to check out https://www.cleanpowerhour.com/support/The Clean Power Hour is brought to you by CPS America, maker of North America's number one 3-phase string inverter, with over 6GW shipped in the US. With a focus on commercial and utility-scale solar and energy storage, the company partners with customers to provide unparalleled performance and service. The CPS America product lineup includes 3-phase string inverters from 25kW to 275kW, exceptional data communication and controls, and energy storage solutions designed for seamless integration with CPS America systems. Learn more at www.chintpowersystems.com
In today's episode, we're joined by a seasoned expert, David Applebaum of The Hawthorne Group. We will unpack the challenges of implementing renewable projects and the political campaigns that sometimes need to accompany them. David will share why developers must adopt a campaign-style approach to successfully engage with various communities and stakeholders, especially amidst the diverse local regulations and concerns. We'll touch on the power of traditional outreach methods, such as town meetings and door knocking, and new-school strategies, like social media, to engage communities effectively. Michael will explore renewables' real impacts on local economies and landscapes, acknowledging the concerns and emphasizing the benefits. At the same time, Noha will highlight developers' crucial role in respecting and engaging with communities to foster project success.Guest bio: David has nearly four decades of experience as a political and policy strategist with deep experience in state and local issues management in the public and private sectors and working with Regional Transmission Organizations in the Northeastern U.S. and Canada. In the private sector, David was Director of Business Development for Ballard Generation Systems, a subsidiary of Vancouver-based fuel cell developer Ballard Power Systems; Vice President for Government and Community Relations for New York-based independent power company Sithe Energies, Inc.; and most recently retired as Senior Director of Regulatory & Political Affairs at NextEra Energy Resources, LLC, the world's leading producer of electricity from the wind and sun and a world leader in energy storage. During his 22-year tenure with both NextEra Energy Resources and Sithe Energies, David was responsible for managing legislative, regulatory, and community matters at the state and local levels, as well as representing the companies at the Regional Transmission Organizations covering New York, PJM, New England and Ontario.[00:02:32] Community-level power project strategies[00:06:55] Renewable energy development and community engagement progress[00:10:40] Successful engagement strategies for renewable energy developers in rural communities[00:19:25] Progress in renewable energy development in Southwest Power Pool regions[00:24:18] Strategies for successful renewable energy project campaigning[00:28:50] Challenges developers face with the power of new media tools[00:32:44] The importance of upfront community analysis for renewable energy developers[00:36:32] Tailoring renewable energy project strategies to community concerns[00:40:33] The organic nature of opposition to renewable projects, not driven by big money[00:49:19] Local considerations in renewable energy project development[00:52:35] Lessons from fracking for renewable energy development[00:56:59] Advocating for a campaign mindset in renewable energy developmentLearn more and stay up to date at KnowPowerShow.comConnect with our HostsNoha SidhomLinkedInMike BorgattiLinkedInGabel Associates
In our final news podcast of the year, Naomi highlights our upcoming 'festive trends' podcast - follow Proximocast: 20 minutes with... to catch this discussion! Top stories this week: Abertis nears close on second Puerto Rico toll concession FirstEnergy subsidiaries awarded PJM transmission upgrades Sonnedix signs €500m financing InfraRed acquires stakes in two US renewables projects Sydney Metro West tenders expected in Q2 2024 SunZia project financing ongoing Statkraft plans 440MW hybrid project in Chile Golden Peaks closes financing for Polish solar portfolio EIB, NIB finance Mazeikiai wind farm See you in 2024!
The private sector has been a critical driver of increasing clean energy on the grid. Since 2008, corporate renewable purchases have helped bring online nearly 150 GW of new renewable energy capacity globally — more than the total power-generating capacity of France. Despite these purchase commitments, overall global emissions from the power sector have remained flat at a time when we need to see a sharp decline. At the same time, extreme weather events have exposed vulnerabilities in the reliability of the current fossil-fuel powered grid that aren't yet being addressed at sufficient scale.Earlier this year, a group of leading companies focused on accelerating decarbonization while also bolstering grid reliability partnered with RMI, a leading climate NGO, to launch the Zero-Emissions | Reliability Optimized Grid Initiative, or ZEROgrid, with the objective of developing a comprehensive roadmap to accelerate the transition to a zero-emissions grid.In this episode, Chad Reed chats with Mark Dyson, Managing Director at RMI, about the challenges ZEROgrid aims to address, the objectives it seeks to achieve as well as the concept of applied hope.Links:ZEROgridCorporate Action PlaybookAmory Lovins (RMI): Applied Hope (May 2019)Episode recorded November 28, 2023Email your feedback to Chad, Gil, and Hilary at climatepositive@hasi.com or tweet them to @ClimatePosiPod.
Join Black Spectacles and architect Thomas Tumelty to learn the best study strategies for passing the PjM exam. On this episode of ARE Live, we walk through a mock exam for the Project Management division of the ARE. You'll learn about the PjM exam and we'll cover topics like understanding the intricacies of architect & consultant agreements and how these agreements relate to AIA contracts. See previous episodes or register for the next ARE Live at blackspectacles.com/podcast Timestamps: 07:05 Question No. 1 08:06 Answer for No. 1 12:13 Question No. 2 13:05 Answer for No. 2 16:27 Question No. 3 17:58 Answer for No. 3 20:03 Question No. 4 22:10 Answer for No. 4 Learn more about Black Spectacles study materials at blackspectacles.com
PJM Interconnection, the nation's largest grid operator, is proposing a new plan to reduce the risk of blackouts during extreme weather events. And while both fossil fuel and renewable power generators are on board, a potential cap on the imposition of penalties when blackouts do occur is raising questions. POLITICO's Catherine Morehouse breaks down the details of the plan, why it's coming now, and how it might be the start of wider reforms by PJM. Plus, the Biden administration is expected to reach a deal today with Venezuela to ease oil sanctions, according to a media report. For more news on energy and the environment, subscribe to Power Switch, our free evening newsletter: https://www.politico.com/power-switch And for even deeper coverage and analysis, read our Morning Energy newsletter by subscribing to POLITICO Pro: https://subscriber.politicopro.com/newsletter-archive/morning-energy Catherine Morehouse is an energy reporter for POLITICO and the host of the POLITICO Energy podcast. Nirmal Mulaikal is a POLITICO audio host-producer. Kara Tabor is an audio producer for POLITICO. Gloria Gonzalez is the deputy energy editor for POLITICO. Matt Daily is the energy editor for POLITICO.
Everything's bigger in Texas—the hats, the boots, the convenience stores. But its interconnection times? They're surprisingly short. In the U.S. it takes power generators four years on average to get approval to connect to the grid, and in some places, it takes far longer. In the Texas electricity market, it takes only about 1.5 years between interconnection request and agreement. And it costs way less to interconnect, too. The results are telling. The Texas grid, operated by the Electricity Reliability Council of Texas, or ERCOT, has installed more wind power than any other state—40+ gigawatts worth. It's also installed 19 gigawatts of solar power, second only to California. ERCOT has interconnected two times more generation than PJM, an electricity market in the Mid-Atlantic, even though PJM is two times larger than ERCOT in terms of peak load. So what does Texas know about interconnection that the rest of the U.S. doesn't? And how could other states learn from Texas? In this episode, Shayle talks to Tyler Norris, PhD student at Duke University's Nicholas School of the Environment and former vice president of development at Cypress Creek Renewables. Tyler recently published a policy brief on how the U.S. could reform its interconnection process, applying lessons from ERCOT. They cover topics like: Why FERC's system impact studies lead to long delays and high costs ERCOT's shorter and lower-cost process, called “connect-and-manage” Recommended Resources: Duke Nicholas Institute: Beyond FERC Order 2023: Considerations on Deep Interconnection Reform Catalyst: Understanding the transmission bottleneck FERC: E-1: Commissioner Clements Concurrence on Order No. 2023: Improvements to Generator Interconnection Procedures and Agreements Brattle Group: Generation Interconnection and Transmission Planning Catalyst is a co-production of Post Script Media and Canary Media. Are you looking to understand how artificial intelligence will shape the business of energy? Come network with utilities, top energy firms, startups, and AI experts at Transition-AI: New York on October 19. Our listeners get a 10% discount with the code pspods10. Catalyst is supported by Antenna Group. For 25 years, Antenna has partnered with leading clean-economy innovators to build their brands and accelerate business growth. If you're a startup, investor, enterprise, or innovation ecosystem that's creating positive change, Antenna is ready to power your impact. Visit antennagroup.com to learn more. Catalyst is supported by RE+. RE+ is more than just the largest clean energy event, it's a catalyst for industry innovation designed to supercharge business growth in the clean energy economy. Learn more: re-plus.com.
Troy Cross and Bitcoin Bassload Treble + Bass = Energy Grid Harmony In this electrifying episode of BitBuyBit, Max and Jon speak with energy market expert and Pleb Miner Mafia Capo, Bitcoin Bassload as well as Philosopher and Bitcoin enthusiast Troy Cross from the Bitcoin Policy Institute. The relationship between Bitcoin mining and the American energy industry is complex, nuanced, wrought with acronyms, oversight, and regulation. The purpose of this conversation is to find where we agree and disagree on the relationship between Bitcoin mining and the energy industry and what we as Pleb Miners can do when our energy is focused and pointed in the same direction. Troy and Bassload come from different perspectives when looking at the relationship between Bitcoin mining and energy, but their hearts and minds are focused on making sure that Bitcoin wins. In this discussion Bassload defines terms like the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC), Regional Transmission Organizations (RTO), and Independent Systems Operators (ISO) and explains how regulation and government policy steer energy markets. He discusses the Physical Grid versus Policy Grid, balancing authorities, generation fleet mix, and Meredith Angwin's fatal trifecta for the grid: over reliance on renewables, backing up the renewables with just in time resources, and overdependence on neighbors. Bassload offers advice on creating relationships with energy providers: 1. Print the load 2. Pay an invoice. Bitcoin Bassload's Energy Market Inflows can be found on his Substack in which he puts out frequent updates. Troy discusses the unique characteristics of Bitcoin mining and its relationship with energy, particularly in the context of environmentalism and regulatory arbitrage. He highlights that Bitcoin's decentralized nature and algorithmically fixed production makes it resistant to local regulations and taxes. His point in conveying this, is that Bitcoin mining can take advantage of excess energy in regions with corrupt governments, it can bypass restrictions, and potentially disrupt the energy market. The discussion emphasizes that Bitcoin's fundamental value is tied to the cost of energy rather than fiat currency. Over the long term, government regulations and subsidies may not significantly impact Bitcoin mining, or its adoption. Troy expands on this theory in this recent article. Treble and Bass = Grid Harmony Terms and Definitions FERC- FERC was originally called the Federal Power Commission to then become the Federal Regulatory Commission created on October 1 1977. The FPA was originally designed to coordinate federal hydropower development (in 1920) then in 1935 it was given the independent regulatory status to then regulate both hydropower and electricity. Then in 1938 the natural gas act gave FPA jurisdiction over interstate NG pipelines and wholesale sales. FERC was created due to a response to the oil crisis of 1973 and thus passing the Department of Energy Organization act of 1977 in an effort to consolidate agencies into a ‘department of energy'. DOE was born. Congress insisted that the independent regulatory body be retained. FERC originally was to determine whether wholesale electricity prices were unjust and unreasonable If so regulate the pricing and give some refunds to ratepayers FERC an independent organization that its commissioners are appointed by the president and confirmed by the senate Order 888 was issued in 1996 which created the RTO's (regional transmission organizations) in response to the Energy Policy Act in 1992. RTO's- Organized by FERC to have what were the former power pools to ‘rebrand' themselves as independent transmission operators that would be able to compete in a wholesale electric market administered by RTO's. PJM, NYISO and ISONE were first in line. Like an ISO they operate transmission systems and develop innovative procedures to manage transmission equitably. ISO's- Independent System Operators were designed to consolidate and manage the operation of transmission facilities to provide nondiscriminatory open transmission service for all generators and transmission customers. Traditional wholesale markets were in the SE, SW and NW and most were vertically integrated where they own generation, transmission and distribution systems to serve electricity consumers. They also many include federal systems: Bonneville Power System Tennessee Valley Authority Western Area Power Administration At the wholesale level, the RTO's and the ISO's is managing economic dispatch of generators and its auctions to the clearing price. Less expensive power gets dispatched first. RTO controls the bids, they know the cost of fuel, and they know the marginal cost of the next kwh your generator plant makes. One can add a risk premium to the bids but the RTO's are checking. (Meredith Angwin) TYPES of RTO's and ISO's CAISO- California Independent System Operator ERCOT- Electric Reliability Council of Texas SPP- SouthWest Power Pool MISO- Midcontinent Independent System Operator (15 states and canadian province of Manitoba) SouthEast Power Pool PJM- Pennsylvania New Jersey and Maryland NYISO New York Independent System Operator ISONE Independent System operator of New England Vertically integrated- this is where the same entity owns all of the generation, transmission and distribution to service electricity consumers in the given region that they are in. PUC's- Public Utility Commission were designed to do a couple of things: Balance the needs of consumers AND utilities Ensure safe and reliable utility service at reasonable rates Protect public interest Educate consumers to make independent and informed utility choices Typically the PUC's were designed for the consumer, but they are also heavily “in bed' with the utilities Regulate electric, gas, telecommunications, water and wastewater facilities Typically appointed by the governor serving 4-6 year terms. Typically regulate all investor owned utilities in their state Municipalities and cooperative utilities are often exempt from PUC regulations PUCs often use non-adjudicatory processes to address new and evolving issues. This would include traditional rulemakings, in addition to informal stakeholder collaborative processes. Over the past decade, the stakeholder process has become one of the mainstays of issue resolution. In these proceedings, professional facilitators are often used and the parties work toward a narrowing of issues or their complete resolution through a negotiated or shared agreement. Typical participants include utilities, ratepayer advocates, environmental advocates, and industry advocates. Load Shape- the amount of energy consumption one uses, measured in watts or kilowatts over a period of time. When looking at the curve of how that energy is consumed, the shape of that curve is what is monitored. If flat, good. If not and seeing spikes means that the shape is inconsistent with the amount of watts consumed over time BTU- A British Thermal Unit, the base unit of measure for measuring energy in the US. a btu is the amount of energy required to heat one pound of water Joule- joule, unit of work or energy in the International System of Units (SI); it is equal to the work done by a force of one newton acting through one metre. Named in honour of the English physicist James Prescott Joule, it equals 107 ergs, or approximately 0.7377 foot-pounds. Watt- the SI unit of power, equivalent to one joule per second, corresponding to the power in an electric circuit in which the potential difference is one volt and the current one ampere. 1 watt = 1J/s Baseload- Baseload electricity generation creates 24/7 power to the grid to meet the base energy needs of the U.S. While peaking generation must follow the varying hourly electricity needs as demand rises and falls, base load generation operates constantly to support the increment of demand that is always there no matter the time of day or day of the week. https://energytransition.nema.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/NEMA-QuickFacts-Baseloadgeneration.pdf Balancing Authority- The BA makes sure that the supply of power on the grid is exactly matched with the requirement for power always. The BA must keep voltage within a narrow range and balance demand on the grid. The BA must also make sure that the VARs (Volts Amps Reactive) are in balance. Refer to page 28-30 of shorting the grid. “A well run grid is like a good bicyclist on a smooth road, while a more difficult grid (more sudden ups and downs in power or energy requirements) requires more of a balancing-type energy (Meredith Angwin). 60Hz or 60 cycles per second in the US 50HZ or 50 cycles per second everywhere else The responsible entity that integrates resource plans ahead of time, maintains load-interchange-generation balance within a balancing authority area, and supports interconnection frequency in real time. Energy Auction House- mentioned above and see pages of Mereidth Angwins book shorting the grid pages 91-93 Generation Fleet Mix Nuclear Coal Natural Gas Oil Hydro Solar Wind Geothermal Renewable energy- Renewable energy is energy produced from sources like the sun and wind that are naturally replenished and do not run out. Renewable energy can be used for electricity generation, space and water heating and cooling, and transportation. Non-renewable energy, in contrast, comes from finite sources that could get used up, such as fossil fuels like coal and oil. (DOE definition) energy from a source that is not depleted when used, such as wind or solar power. "the environmental benefits of renewable energy" (Oxford Dictionary) Net Zero- net zero means cutting greenhouse gas emissions to as close to zero as possible, with any remaining emissions re-absorbed from the atmosphere, by oceans and forests for instance. To ‘go net zero' is to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and/or to ensure that any ongoing emissions are balanced by removals. (university of oxford) REC- Renewable Energy Credits A renewable energy certificate, or REC (pronounced: rěk, like wreck), is a market-based instrument that represents the property rights to the environmental, social, and other non-power attributes of renewable electricity generation. RECs are issued when one megawatt-hour (MWh) of electricity is generated and delivered to the electricity grid from a renewable energy resource. RECs include several data attributes, including:* Certificate data Certificate type Tracking system ID Renewable fuel type Renewable facility location Nameplate capacity of project Project name Project vintage (build date) Certificate (generation) vintage Certificate unique identification number Utility to which project is interconnected Eligibility for certification or renewable portfolio standard (RPS) Emissions rate of the renewable resource *Note: This list is not exhaustive and, depending on the market in which the REC is generated, other attributes may be associated with the certificate Three buckets o financial- everything to do with pricing, hedging, derivative markets for energy, from wholesale to retail o physical- infrastructure related, engineering and design of the implementation and installation of large equipment o regulatory- politics, rules and regulation from governing bodies aka FERC, DOE, PUC, ISO, RTO and alike. 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Episode Summary In this episode of Solar Maverick Podcast, Benoy is joined by his co-host Nate Jovanelly and they interview Kailtin Savage from Hodson Energy and Stephanie Johnson who is the Executive Director of Chesapeake Solar & Storage Association(“CHESSA”). There are many interesting topics that were discussed regarding the challenges of the PJM Interconnection Queue, the impact of the Inflation Reduction Act(“IRA”), and finding talent for the renewable energy transition. Benoy Thanjan Benoy Thanjan is the Founder and CEO of Reneu Energy and he is also an advisor for several solar startup companies. He has extensive project origination, development, and financial experience in the renewable energy industry and in the environmental commodities market. This includes initial site evaluation, permitting, financing, sourcing equipment, and negotiating the long-term energy and environmental commodities off-take agreements. He manages due diligence processes on land, permitting, and utility interconnection and is in charge of financing and structuring through Note to Proceed (“NTP”) to Commercial Operation Date (“COD”). Benoy composes teams suitable for all project development and construction tasks. He is also involved in project planning and pipeline financial modeling. He has been part of all sides of the transaction and this allows him to provide unique perspectives and value. Benoy has extensive experience in financial engineering to make solar projects profitable. Before founding Reneu Energy, he was the Environmental Commodities Trader in the Project Finance Group for SolarCity which merged with Tesla in 2016. He originated SREC trades with buyers and co-developed their SREC monetization and hedging strategy with the senior management of Tesla to move into the east coast markets. Benoy was the Vice President at Vanguard Energy Partners which is a national solar installer where he focused on project finance solutions for commercial scale solar projects. He also worked for Ridgewood Renewable Power, a private equity fund, where he analyzed potential investments in renewable energy projects and worked on maximizing the financial return of the projects in the portfolio. Benoy also worked on the sale of all of the renewable energy projects in Ridgewood's portfolio. He was in the Energy Structured Finance practice for Deloitte & Touche and in Financial Advisory Services practice at Ernst & Young. Benoy received his first experience in Finance as an intern at D.E. Shaw & Co., which is a global investment firm with 37 billion dollars in investment capital. He has a MBA in Finance from Rutgers University and a BS in Finance and Economics from the Stern School of Business at New York University. Benoy was an Alumni Scholar at the Stern School of Business. Nathan Jovanelly Jovanelly LLC is a problem solver in the solar industry. Nathan, the CEO, has a proven track record of simplifying complex issues and helping solar companies: Develop business strategies and tactics to gain a competitive advantage; Connect to affiliates, partnerships, and vendors to scale faster; Gain access to project and growth capital; Increase market share through operational efficiency; and Coach and mentor sales leadership. We are not just another consulting firm. Jovanelly LLC works side by side with your team to identify the gaps that are holding you back from reaching your business goals. We develop an implementable plan structured to optimize your current resources, and stick with you all the way through completion. We become part of your team and are invested in your success. Jovanelly LLC focuses on helping your company reach its full potential; making your solar business limitless. Nathan Jovanelly is also the head of business development at Enerflo. Nate joined Enerflo because he believes everyone should have access to affordable green energy. At Enerflo they are helping their solar partners increase efficiencies and cut costs by creating a seamless customer journey from lead to PTO. Enerflo gives your reps the most unified solar sales process in the industry. One platform, one login, one seamless experience across the entire solar customer journey. They're on a mission to help democratize solar energy and spread it across the globe, one well-executed deal at a time. Kaitlin Savage Kaitlin Savage is Senior Vice President of Project Development at Hodson Energy, a leading utility-scale solar and solar plus storage platform with 3 GW of renewable energy assets under development in PJM, MISO, and other US markets. Hodson is a proud partner of Great Bay Renewables. She has a background in GIS and environmental studies/urban planning with 800+ MW project development experience across PJM. Kaitlin also has expertise in site selection, solar land use, stakeholder engagement, permitting, environmental science, local/state energy policy. Stephanie Johnson Stephanie Johnson is the Executive Director at Chesapeake Solar & Storage Association(“CHESSA”) CHESSA represents the interests of manufacturers, installers, distributors and component suppliers serving Maryland, the District of Columbia, Delaware and Virginia. 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The PJM Interconnection, the nation's largest electricity grid operator, is working to alleviate a logjam of renewable projects waiting to be connected to its system, while also warning in a recent analysis that thermal generation retirements could outpace these new intermittent resource replacements. Darren Sweeney, a senior reporter at S&P Global Commodity Insights, joined Energy Evolution for this episode to share interviews with James Wilson, an economist who has critiqued PJM's energy transition analysis, along with Sierra Club senior attorney Casey Roberts and Todd Snitchler, president and CEO of the Electric Power Supply Association. Energy Evolution co-hosts Dan Testa and Taylor Kuykendall are veteran journalists with broad expertise covering the energy and mining sectors. In addition, Camellia Moors and Camilla Naschert, reporters who write about mining and power issues, are correspondents for Energy Evolution and regularly contribute to the show. Subscribe to Energy Evolution on your favorite platform to catch our latest episodes! We want to hear about your podcast preferences so we can keep improving our shows. Take our podcast survey here and share your thoughts: https://www.surveylegend.com/s/4xyz
How do you control an asset that converts weather into energy? Especially in today's volatile electricity markets, balancing the risk and value associated with these assets is paramount! We discuss this and more with Brock Mosovsky, co-founder at CQuant.io, an energy focused Software-as-a-Service platform for analytics and portfolio optimization across a broad range of energy stakeholders. Join us as we learn about the world of energy economics and how market operators employ clever techniques based on statistical analyses to evaluate and manage risk and maintain balance between supply/ demand and price/ quantity of electricity.Hosts: Chris Sass & Jeff McAuleyAdditional Reads: California's Duck Curve getting deeper: https://www.eia.gov/todayinenergy/detail.php?id=56880 cQuant: https://cquant.io/ Assessing the value and risk of multiple ppa structures: https://cquant.io/2021/07/14/assessing-multiple-ppa-structures/
PJM Interconnection is in a race to shore up electric grid reliability as the transition from fossil fuels to clean energy accelerates. --- In February PJM Interconnection, the largest wholesale electricity market in the US, published a report that points to the very real possibility that electricity supply in the market could fall short of the level needed for reliable grid operation in just five years. The potential shortfall is tied to the pace of the energy transition, in which fossil fuel generators, and coal plants in particular, are retiring faster than they can be replaced by new clean and renewable generation. The report has led to a flurry of activity in PJM, as its members rush headlong into a process to reform the way the market manages, and values the reliability that generators bring to the electricity system. Abe Silverman, Director of the Non Technical Barriers to the Clean Energy Transition program at Columbia University's Center on Global Energy Policy, explores efforts underway in PJM to revise market rules to ensure that supply meets demand at all times, including during extreme weather events that have recently threatened the reliability of the grid. The resource adequacy challenges to be addressed are immensely complex, and extend beyond the fundamentals of energy technology to encompass the diverse economic and environmental priorities at play in the market and, more broadly, across the nation. Abe Silverman is Director of the Non Technical Barriers to the Clean Energy Transition research and policy program at Columbia University's Center on Global Energy Policy. He is former General Counsel for the New Jersey Board of Public Utilities. Related Content Wholesale Electricity Justice https://kleinmanenergy.upenn.edu/research/publications/wholesale-electricity-justice/ Massive Shift toward Solar Power Begins in Largest U.S. Electricity Market https://kleinmanenergy.upenn.edu/podcast/massive-shift-toward-solar-power-begins-in-largest-u-s-electricity-market/ The Economics of Building Electrification https://kleinmanenergy.upenn.edu/research/publications/the-economics-of-building-electrification/ Energy Policy Now is produced by The Kleinman Center for Energy Policy at the University of Pennsylvania. For all things energy policy, visit kleinmanenergy.upenn.eduSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Justin Sullivan has always had a passion for aviation. It was that passion that prompted him to start his private jet charter business, a company that's since grown to an average monthly revenue of over $2 million.AJAX Jets is just the latest of several aviation companies that Justin has founded. It serves as parent company for his other businesses, which include Private FLITE, JetEx, PJM, and Ubair. Between them, they provide a range of aviation services, including airplane maintenance and acquisition in addition to private jet charters. He'll talk about why he's set these ventures up as separate businesses and how he manages his workflow across all of these ventures in our interview. One of the challenges of the aviation industry is that it's a high-cost, high-stakes business. Many people don't know how much it costs to charter a private jet, much less to buy and maintain one. We'll talk these kinds of numbers with Justin, along with finding out how being a catch-all aviation solution helps them keep these costs lower. If you've ever wondered how to start a charter jet business, this interview will answer all of your questions!ResourcesAJAX Jets - Find out more about AJAX Jets on their websiteYour Friend With Jets - AJAX Jets YouTube channelSerge Faguet interview - Hear how to run and scale multiple businesses from the owner of five multi-million dollar companies Change Your Thoughts, Change Your Life - Applying the wisdom of the Tao to the modern worldConnect with UpFlip On Facebook On Instagram @UpFlipOfficial on Twitter For more insights to start, build, or grow a business, check out the resources on UpFlip.com or head to the UpFlip YouTube channel to see more interviews with business owners and experts. Thanks for listening!
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