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Send us a textOn this week's episode of the WTR Small-Cap Spotlight, Nir Brenmiller, Chief Operating Officer, Co-Founder and Director at Brenmiller Energy (NASDAQ ticker BNRG), joined Tim Gerdeman, Vice Chair & Co-Founder and Chief Marketing Officer of Water Tower Research, and Peter Gastreich, Energy and Sustainable Investing Analyst at Water Tower Research to discuss: 1) the company's innovative heat storage technology that bridges the intermittency of renewable energy generation and provides clean energy in the form of steam to industrial and other customers; 2) the multi-trillion dollar market opportunity for decarbonization of heat and electrification of heat; 3) what makes the technology competitive and lower cost when compared to traditional boilers and natural gas; 4) the company's “heat as a service” business model targeting leading corporations looking to decarbonize; and 5) the first flagship operations starting by the end of this year plus a $500 million pipeline.

Amish E-Bikes, Balcony Solar, and a Djibouti Wind Boom E-bikes are quietly transforming Amish communities, balcony solar panels are powering up UK homes, and the tiny African nation of Djibouti is making huge renewable energy strides. Plus, Brian returns from London with fresh eyes on electric taxis, streetcars, and some eyebrow-raising climate solutions. We explore how indoor air quality is the our new air quality frontier. Bill Gates is backing a new kind of wind energy. Plus, climate change delivers catastrophic floods to Texas. YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/thecleanenergyshow TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@cleanenergypod Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cleanenergypod/

The President of the United States signed the “Big, Beautiful Bill” into law on July 4th. The new legislation brings big changes to the future of U.S. clean energy development. It reduces many (though not all) of the Biden-era subsidies from the Inflation Reduction Act of 2022 (IRA). This week on the podcast, our guest is Mike Carr, Executive Director at SEMA Coalition—an organization supporting the U.S.-based solar supply chain. Mike has extensive experience in U.S. federal energy policy, including past positions at the Department of Energy and the U.S. Senate Committee on Energy. Jackie and Peter asked Mike: How would you characterize the Bill's impact on U.S. clean energy, and what damage has it caused? At a high level, does this major policy shift lessen the appetite for investment, even in areas where subsidies remain, due to concerns about political uncertainty? For clean technology manufacturing, such as solar panels, do the newly introduced restrictions on Foreign Entities of Concern (like China) regarding content, intellectual property, and investment make it more challenging to qualify for the production tax credit (45X)? Renewable energy projects that commence construction within a year of the Bill's passage can still be eligible for subsidies for the following four years; does this create a construction boom, and what happens afterward? Given China's dominant position in manufacturing many types of clean energy technology, how should the U.S. compete? Is it better to leapfrog China with innovation, rather than simply following and producing the same technology?Please review our disclaimer at: https://www.arcenergyinstitute.com/disclaimer/ Check us out on social media: X (Twitter): @arcenergyinstLinkedIn: @ARC Energy Research Institute Subscribe to ARC Energy Ideas PodcastApple PodcastsAmazon MusicSpotify

Tesla shares fall as Elon Musk says he wants to create a third major political party in the U.S. What's it mean for the stock? We discuss. Then the One Big Beautiful Bill Act cutting back tax credits for the renewable energy sector. A closer look at how that could negatively impact U.S. AI growth. Plus the CEO of Howard Hughes joins the show with why he thinks the recent weakness in the housing market is only temporary.

Bill and Darrell discuss the latest discovery of a fungus that breaks all records. With it they smoke the Drew Estate Factory Smoke Sun Grown and sip some James E. Pepper Barrel Proof Straight Bourbon whiskey. https://www.sciencealert.com/scientists-discover-backyard-fungi-that-can-break-down-tough-plastic-in-just-140-days

Clean hydrogen may be the future of renewable energy to some, but substantial upfront costs are a hindrance to truly enabling the industry to flourish. The First Public Hydrogen Authority (FPH2) and CEO Jason Caudle are working to change that.On this episode of Alternative Power Plays, Buchanan's John Povilaitis and Alan Seltzer talk with Caudle about FPH2 and the future of hydrogen energy. Prior to FPH2, Caudle spent the entirety of his career in local government, working for the city of Lancaster, California, for about 17 years including leading the city's energy department.During the episode, Caudle discuses why Lancaster, PA, was the right place for a hydrogen energy program, his expected timing for bringing this type of renewable energy to life more broadly, what steps need to be taken to enable a more renewable future, and how to expand this energy beyond more green-energy-focused states like California.  To learn more about First Public H2, visit: https://www.firstpublich2.com/To learn more about Jason Caudle, visit: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jason-caudle-b594742a  To learn more about Alan Seltzer, visit: https://www.bipc.com/alan-seltzer ⁠ To learn more about John Povilaitis, visit: ⁠https://www.bipc.com/john-povilaitis

In February this year BP announced it was cutting its investment in green energy ventures from $5B to $2B while reallocating $10B to fossil fuels, and abandoning its 2030 oil output reduction target. Shell has also scrapped its planned 20% carbon reduction cut for 2030. It's not a good display of intent from the perspective of the energy transition. In a highly volatile and uncertain policy environment it's troubling for investors and clean energy developers. The prioritisation of short-term profit at the expense of long-term climate impact has many implications.To find out, host Sylvia Leyva Martinez is joined by private investor Ben Dell, Managing Partner at Kimmeridge. He says that while “everyone wants low-cost energy on demand with a minimal carbon footprint, every dollar invested has to be cost-competitive. Philanthropy is not an investing strategy.” What does that mean in the context of clean energy deployment?Plus, Wood Mac analyst Tom Ellacott joins the show to look at the outlook for oil and gas in light of the news from the majors. As he sees it, gas is a growth fuel for the next 20 - 30 years and the most optimal power delivery system is still renewables paired with small-scale batteries and natural gas. So why are major energy providers flip-flopping with their strategies when this is widely accepted?The key questions are: how are oil and gas majors adjusting their capital allocation between fossil fuels and renewables? What's the role of natural gas in the transition? And how should investors navigate volatility and uncertainty in energy markets? You'll get the answers here.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Sponsored by KPMG Policy shifts and market pressures are making big headlines in renewables industry in the US. Amid all the uncertainty, Daniel Cruise, Partner and Head of Renewables at LIUM, returns to the show to provide an update on the state of the solar sector. Leveraging data gathered via LIUM's solarSAT montioring system, Daniel offers a near-term forecast for utility-scale solar that many listeners of this podcast might find surprising.(Note: This episode was recorded on June 25, 2025)More resources from KPMG:Shaping the Future of Renewable and Emerging EnergiesNatural Gas Power Surge The First 100 Days: The New Administration's Impact on EnergySign up for the Renewable Energy SmartBrief

Who's to blame for these skyrocketing electricity bills? The causes are many: aging infrastructure, economic uncertainty, tariffs, wars, red tape, the failure to build enough renewable energy, inefficient construction, rising demand, the responsibility of investor-owned utilities to generate profits for shareholders and rapidly changing climates, both atmospheric and political. Over the next few weeks, we'll examine some of these causes and innovative solutions being proposed. But to understand utility prices, you first must understand how the largest machine in the world works - one so ubiquitous that although we use it every minute of every day, we hardly notice it. New York's power grid consists of 11,000 miles of transmission lines that can supply up to 41,000 megawatts of electricity. The problem is that the grid is losing power faster than it can be replaced. Fossil-fuel plants are aging out of service. Since 2019, New York has added 2,274 megawatts while deactivating 4,315 megawatts. "It's an old system," said Rich Dewey, president of the New York Independent System Operator (NYISO), the nonprofit tasked with running the grid, on an episode of its podcast, Power Trends. "The expectation that it's going to continue to perform at the same high level that it has, say, for the last couple of decades, is just not reasonable. We're going to need to replace those megawatts" to maintain a reliable transmission system. The state has undertaken several initiatives to boost the energy flowing through the grid. Six years ago, the state Legislature passed an ambitious law that stipulates that New York must be powered by 70 percent renewable energy by 2030 and 100 percent zero-emission electricity by 2040. Last year, 48 percent of the energy produced by the state was zero-emission; nearly all that energy is produced upstate, where solar and hydropower are abundant. The $6 billion Champlain Hudson Power Express, which will carry 1,250 megawatts of renewable energy from Quebec to New York City, and passes by the Highlands buried beneath the Hudson River, is expected to go online in 2026. This week, Gov. Kathy Hochul announced her intention, citing the Build Public Renewables Act of 2023, to construct nuclear plants that will produce at least 1 gigawatt. The site or sites for those plants are expected to be in less-populated areas upstate or in western New York, which would make them subject to the same problem that prevents solar and hydropower from reaching downstate, including the Highlands: a bottleneck where the upstate and downstate grids meet. The $2 billion question If Jeffrey Seidman, a Vassar College professor, sounds philosophical when discussing climate change, it's to be expected. Seidman is an associate professor of philosophy. A few years ago, he began having second thoughts about his chosen field of study. "Watching the world visibly burning, I began to doubt that continuing to teach philosophy was morally defensible at this moment," he said. A career change seemed out of the question - Seidman had just turned 50 - but Vassar's Environmental Studies department is interdisciplinary. So he developed a class called Climate Solutions & Climate Careers. Lately, he has been taking his lectures outside the classroom to clear up misinformation for lawmakers. Renewable energy faces strong headwinds these days, as President Donald Trump's executive orders and proposed legislation demonstrate that he intends to make it more difficult to build wind and solar projects. Before relenting, the federal government briefly halted an offshore wind project that was under construction off Long Island. At a June 3 meeting of Dutchess County mayors and supervisors, Seidman explained the potential of battery energy storage systems (BESS) to facilitate the transfer of renewable energy from upstate to the Hudson Valley. Jennifer Manierre of the New York State Energy Research and Development Authority (NYSERDA) discussed how the state can help ...

Kait Williamson from Flow Power on how one Victorian town built its own green power solution from the ground up. Plus the news of the week.

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In this Roofing Road Trips® episode, Karen Edwards sits down with Anthony Romero, Eric Cieslak and Rob Smith of ABC Supply to discuss key regulatory and economic forces shaping the solar landscape, from tariffs to the game-changing domestic content bonus credit. Discover how the commercial and industrial sector is reshaping solar installation, what challenges roofers are facing on the ground and how trends like Building-Integrated Photovoltaics (BIPV) and battery storage are redefining energy on the rooftop.     Learn more at RoofersCoffeeShop.com!  https://www.rooferscoffeeshop.com/     Are you a contractor looking for resources? Become an R-Club Member today! https://www.rooferscoffeeshop.com/rcs-club-sign-up     Sign up for the Week in Roofing!  https://www.rooferscoffeeshop.com/sign-up     Follow Us!   https://www.facebook.com/rooferscoffeeshop/   https://www.linkedin.com/company/rooferscoffeeshop-com   https://x.com/RoofCoffeeShop   https://www.instagram.com/rooferscoffeeshop/   https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCAQTC5U3FL9M-_wcRiEEyvw   https://www.pinterest.com/rcscom/   https://www.tiktok.com/@rooferscoffeeshop   https://www.rooferscoffeeshop.com/rss     #CustomerHastag #RoofersCoffeeShop #MetalCoffeeShop #AskARoofer #CoatingsCoffeeShop #RoofingProfessionals #RoofingContractors #RoofingIndustry  #ABCSupply

Hundreds more homes in New South Wales are expected to be converted to renewables as part of the Electrify 2515 scheme, which offers subsidies to households looking to cut fossil fuel use and power bills.

The UK is on the edge of a power crisis. A new report warns that unless France provides backup electricity, Britain will face rolling blackouts by December.We've got five ageing nuclear stations producing just 10% of what's needed. The rest? Imported from struggling neighbours.The worst part? The system was sabotaged. Coal plants weren't just shut down—they were demolished. Renewable targets were chased without building proper backups. Now the National Grid is warning of “tight days” in early December and mid-January.Meanwhile, gas plants are charging 100x market rates for emergency use. And the government? They're focused on smart meters and shifting blame to the public.This is the cost of bad planning and blind ideology.Prepare now. Energy. Water. Food. And if you haven't yet, secure your finances with hard assets like gold and silver.Support the showThanks for listening. For more commentary, join my newsletter! To Stay In Touch: Click Here To Subscribe To My NewsletterSee you next time!

https://youtu.be/dRkqXHvU71oThe Polyfloss team is back with a game-changer: a mini plastic recycling machine small enough for your workshop. Matt reconnects with co-founders Audrey Gaulard, Émile De Visscher, and Christophe Machet to discuss how they're putting plastic recycling directly into people's hands - and why that matters.Previous Polyfloss interview:https://stilltbd.fm/episodes/158-fixing-our-plastic-problem-polyfloss-interview/(00:00) - - Intro (05:07) - - Polyfloss Interview YouTube version of the podcast: https://www.youtube.com/stilltbdpodcastGet in touch: https://undecidedmf.com/podcast-feedbackSupport the show: https://pod.fan/still-to-be-determinedFollow us on X: @stilltbdfm @byseanferrell @mattferrell or @undecidedmfUndecided with Matt Ferrell: https://www.youtube.com/undecidedmf ★ Support this podcast ★

In this episode, we explore the cutting edge of green H2 technology with two major players in the space: Ohmium and Vallourec. We begin with Ohmium, whose hyper-modular PEM electrolyzers are redefining installation scalability and cost-efficiency. We discuss how the Lotus Mark 2 electrolyzer, with its dynamic ramping capabilities, enhances integration with intermittent renewable energy sources, ensuring higher system efficiency and production reliability. Then we spoke with Vallourec regarding how they are tackling the complex challenges of H2 storage and transport with premium tubing solutions and robust testing protocols to mitigate risks like H2 embrittlement. We also spotlight Vallourec's material innovation and collaborations that drive hydrogen projects forward globally.

The Renewable Fuels Association today welcomed the release of proposed renewable volume obligations for 2026 and 2027, calling the Environmental Protection Agency’s draft rule a “very positive signal” for America’s ethanol industry and farmers. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Climate policy in the U.S. has taken a wild ride in recent years. In this episode of How to Protect the Ocean, I speak with Chris Moyer, founder of Echo Communication Advisors, about the turbulent shifts in federal policy—especially during the Trump and Biden administrations, and how these shifts have disrupted progress in renewable energy. We examine the implications of these changes for energy development, environmental protection, and the impact of public messaging on political will to act. Renewable energy isn't just a technological challenge—it's also a communication challenge. Chris breaks down how effective storytelling and smart policy design can turn the tide, even in politically divided landscapes. We also look at what the future might hold for climate action in the U.S. and what it all means for protecting the ocean and accelerating a transition away from fossil fuels. Chris Moyer Website: https://echocomms.com/ Join the Undertow: https://www.speakupforblue.com/jointheundertow Connect with Speak Up For Blue Website: https://bit.ly/3fOF3Wf Instagram: https://bit.ly/3rIaJSG TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@speakupforblue Twitter: https://bit.ly/3rHZxpc YouTube: www.speakupforblue.com/youtube    

Dipuo Patel, CTO of Soluna Holdings, joins The Mining Pod! We dig into behind the meter Bitcoin mining, where miners work with local grid builds for cheaper, more stable energy.FILL OUT THE MINING POD SURVEY BY CLICKING HEREWelcome back to The Mining Pod! Today, Dipuo Patel, CTO of Soluna, joins us to talk about renewable-powered Bitcoin mining operations, including Soluna's Project Annie - a 75MW solar-powered data center in northeast Texas. We dive into the challenges of behind-the-meter renewable mining, curtailment solutions, production tax credits, and how Bitcoin mining can solve renewable energy's biggest problems.Subscribe to the newsletter! https://newsletter.blockspacemedia.comNotes:- Project Annie: 75MW data center, 140MW solar farm- Texas has massive renewable energy scale- Production tax credits incentivize green energy- Behind-the-meter regulations are complex- Wind farms often run at 30-40% capacity- Battery storage too expensive for Bitcoin miningTimestamps:00:00 Start01:51 Green energy07:34 Behind the meter10:36 Markets other than Texas14:01 Renewable energy credits17:05 Project Annie19:33 Tax credit rules26:38 Renewables, AI & uptime33:16 Owning vs service provider37:11 Headwinds for renewables44:43 Batteries

FILL OUT THE MINING POD SURVEY BY CLICKING HERE Welcome back to The Mining Pod! Today, Dipuo Patel, CTO of Soluna, joins us to talk about renewable-powered Bitcoin mining operations, including Soluna's Project Annie - a 75MW solar-powered data center in northeast Texas. We dive into the challenges of behind-the-meter renewable mining, curtailment solutions, production tax credits, and how Bitcoin mining can solve renewable energy's biggest problems. Subscribe to the newsletter! https://newsletter.blockspacemedia.com Notes: - Project Annie: 75MW data center, 140MW solar farm - Texas has massive renewable energy scale - Production tax credits incentivize green energy - Behind-the-meter regulations are complex - Wind farms often run at 30-40% capacity - Battery storage too expensive for Bitcoin mining Timestamps: 00:00 Start 01:51 Green energy 07:34 Behind the meter 10:36 Markets other than Texas 14:01 Renewable energy credits 17:05 Project Annie 19:33 Tax credit rules 26:38 Renewables, AI & uptime 33:16 Owning vs service provider 37:11 Headwinds for renewables 44:43 Batteries

Allen Hall covers the appointment of Catrin Jung as Vattenfall's new head of wind division, the Netherlands reaching 20% renewable energy in 2024, Quebec's $1.1 billion funding for a major wind project, and France commissioning its first floating wind farm. 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! Good news from the offshore wind industry today. Vattenfall has named a new leader for its wind business division. Catrin Jung will take over as Head of Business Area Wind starting July first. Jung currently leads the company's offshore wind operations. She replaces Helene Bistrom, who is leaving the company. Jung joined Vattenfall in two thousand two. She has managed some of the company's largest investments in recent years. The wind division handles both offshore and onshore wind projects. It also manages large solar and battery projects. Jung says staying focused on fossil freedom is more important than ever in these uncertain times. The Netherlands reached a major renewable energy milestone last year. Renewable energy made up nearly twenty percent of the country's total energy use in twenty twenty four. That's up from seventeen point four percent in twenty twenty three. Statistics Netherlands released the preliminary data. The increase comes mainly from new offshore wind turbines and more biodiesel use in transportation. The overall renewable energy consumption reached three hundred fifty eight petajoules. That's a fifteen percent increase from twenty twenty three. Biomass remained the largest renewable source. Wind came second, followed by solar power. Renewables were mostly used for electricity at sixty percent. Heat and cooling accounted for twenty eight percent. Transport fuels made up twelve percent. The share of renewables has more than doubled compared to five years ago. A major wind energy project in Quebec has secured its funding. Invenergy and a consortium of 209 municipalities and territories in Eastern Quebec announced the closing of one point one billion dollars Canadian in financing. The money will fund the PPAW 1 Wind Energy Centre. The work will create three hundred fifty jobs during construction. Construction will happen throughout twenty twenty five and twenty twentysix. Commercial operation is expected in late twenty twenty six. Once operational, the project will add three hundred fifty megawatts to the local grid. France has achieved a renewable energy first. EDF Renewables has fully commissioned the country's first floating wind farm. The Provence Grand Large wind farm has a power capacity of twenty five megawatts. The farm features three floating wind turbines installed seventeen kilometers off the France's Mediterranean coast This is the first floating wind farm in France and across the entire Mediterranean basin. The project uses unique anchoring technology. Siemens Gamesa built the turbines. They're installed on floats with tight anchor lines. The technology was inspired by systems used to stabilize oil platforms. SBM Offshore and IFP Energies Nouvelles developed this technology. It's suitable for deep sea areas and provides excellent float stability. Bernard Fontana, Chairman and CEO of EDF, says the project helps diversify renewable energy sources. He calls it an important project for France's energy sovereignty. The experience will help with construction of EDF's second floating wind farm, Mediterranee Grand Large. EDF was awarded that contract in December twenty twenty four.

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In this episode of The Ground Investigation Podcast, Michael Taylor interviews Mike Kennedy, a senior geotechnical engineer at Jacobs, about the booming geotechnical engineering landscape in Columbus, Ohio. They discuss the influx of companies in the region, the growing demand for infrastructure and renewable energy projects, and the skills required for geotechnical engineers to thrive in this evolving market. The conversation also touches on the importance of field experience, the challenges of balancing remote work preferences with the hands-on nature of geotechnical engineering, and the need for mentorship and career growth opportunities in the industry. Key Topics Discussed ✅Ohio is experiencing significant growth in geotechnical engineering. ✅The demand for geotechnical engineers is increasing due to infrastructure projects. ✅Field experience is crucial for effective geotechnical engineering. ✅Renewable energy projects present unique challenges for geotechnical engineers. ✅Mentorship is vital for developing new talent in the industry. ✅Career growth opportunities are abundant in the geotechnical field. ✅Balancing fieldwork with remote work preferences is a challenge. ✅Pigeonholing in one area can lead to career dissatisfaction. ✅Technical and leadership skills are both important for success. ✅The future of geotechnical engineering education is evolving. Memorable Quotes from Mike Kennedy 

Preview: Colleague Bob Zimmerman updates the probability of the Andromeda Galaxy colliding with our Milky Way. More later.Preview: Colleague Bud Winstein reports that the base load for maintaining electricity for Texas and other heavy demand states best include coal fired plants, a bridge fuel to the renewable future. More later. 1892 WACO TX

Welcome to the daily304 – your window into Wonderful, Almost Heaven, West Virginia. Today is Wednesday, June 4, 2025. #1 – From WV EXECUTIVE West Virginia's energy consumption has evolved significantly over the past 40 years. While the state remains a coal-dominant energy producer, with 85.6% of its electricity generated from coal-fired power plants, there is a growing emphasis on diversifying energy sources. Renewable resources like wind and hydroelectric power are making steady progress, contributing to the state's energy mix. Policy and regulatory changes, such as incentives for clean energy, are expected to further drive the adoption of energy-efficient practices.  Read more: https://wvexecutive.com/west-virginias-evolving-energy-landscape/ #2 – From WV LIVING Looking for a pet-friendly getaway? The Greater Summersville Area offers a perfect retreat for you and your four-legged companions. Summersville Lake, spanning over 2,000 acres, provides ample space for pets to explore and enjoy the outdoors. With activities like boating, paddleboarding and hiking, it's an ideal destination for the entire family.  Read more: https://wvliving.com/explore-the-greater-summersville-area/ #3 – From WESTVIRGINIA.GOV West Virginia continues to drive economic growth through strategic initiatives and partnerships. By leveraging its natural resources and investing in infrastructure, the state is attracting new businesses and fostering innovation. These efforts are positioning West Virginia as a competitive player in various industries, contributing to job creation and economic diversification. Read more: https://westvirginia.gov/gatc-health-advancing-medicine-with-ai-in-yeswv/   Find these stories and more at wv.gov/daily304. The daily304 curated news and information is brought to you by the West Virginia Department of Commerce: Sharing the wealth, beauty, and opportunity in West Virginia with the world. Follow the daily304 on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram @daily304. Or find us online at wv.gov and just click the daily304 logo. That's all for now. Take care. Be safe. Get outside and enjoy all the opportunity West Virginia has to offer.  

Concerns bad investment choices in electricity generation will keep our supply unreliable. Tiwai Point aluminium smelter is ramping up production reversing previous restrictions, to ease winter supply concerns. Meridian Energy says the hydro storage is looking much healthier this winter. Major Electricity Users' Group Chair John Harbord told Mike Hosking restrictions will likely be back in force next winter, without investment in firmer electricity supply like geothermal and hydro plants. He says solar panels only generate electricity 25% of the time and wind turbines only create energy 40% of the time. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Fluent Fiction - Norwegian: Renewable Dreams and Skepticism: A Journey Toward Balance Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/no/episode/2025-06-01-22-34-02-no Story Transcript:No: Solen skinte klart gjennom glasset på taket av Norsk Teknisk Museum.En: The sun shone brightly through the glass ceiling of the Norsk Teknisk Museum.No: Sverre, Ingrid og Kjell ruslet sakte gjennom utstillingen om fornybar energi.En: Sverre, Ingrid, and Kjell strolled slowly through the exhibition on renewable energy.No: Barn løp rundt dem med spente smil, og lyden av latter fylte luften.En: Children ran around them with excited smiles, and the sound of laughter filled the air.No: Det var vår, og duften av blomstrende blomster strømmet inn fra hagen utenfor.En: It was spring, and the scent of blooming flowers wafted in from the garden outside.No: Sverre gikk først, ivrig etter å se de nyeste teknologiene.En: Sverre led the way, eager to see the latest technologies.No: Han hadde alltid vært nysgjerrig av natur og drømt om en fremtid hvor fornybar energi ville dominere.En: He had always been naturally curious and dreamed of a future where renewable energy would dominate.No: "Se her," sa han til Ingrid, og pekte på en modell av et solcellepanel. "Dette er framtiden."En: "Look here," he said to Ingrid, pointing to a model of a solar panel. "This is the future."No: Ingrid kikket skeptisk på modellen. "Det ser fint ut," sa hun, "men hva med kostnadene? Hva med praktisk bruk i dagliglivet?"En: Ingrid looked skeptically at the model. "It looks nice," she said, "but what about the costs? What about practical use in everyday life?"No: Kjell, avslappet som alltid, holdt seg likevel oppmerksom.En: Kjell, relaxed as always, remained attentive.No: Han hadde en fot i begge leirer, med interesse både for teknologi og kunst.En: He had a foot in both camps, with an interest in both technology and art.No: Han lyttet til vennenes diskusjon mens de beveget seg videre til avdelingen for vindkraft.En: He listened to his friends' discussion as they moved on to the wind power section.No: Ved en virtuell virkelighetsdemonstrasjon stoppet Sverre. "Dette må vi prøve!" sa han og satte på seg brillene.En: At a virtual reality demonstration, Sverre stopped. "We have to try this!" he said, putting on the glasses.No: Ingrid, motvillig, fulgte.En: Ingrid, reluctantly, followed.No: I den virtuelle verdenen sto de på en vindmøllepark.En: In the virtual world, they stood in a wind farm.No: Sverre begynte å forklare ivrig. "Vindturbiner som disse kan forsyne hele byer med strøm! Tenk på hvor mye CO2 vi kan redusere med slike løsninger."En: Sverre began to explain eagerly, "Wind turbines like these can supply entire cities with energy! Think about how much CO2 we can reduce with such solutions."No: Ingrid krysset armene. "Men hva med landbruket her? Hva med dyrelivet?"En: Ingrid crossed her arms. "But what about the agriculture here? What about the wildlife?"No: Sverre sukket, litt frustrert, men prøvde igjen. "Det finnes løsninger for det også, Ingrid. Det handler om å tilpasse og forbedre."En: Sverre sighed, a bit frustrated, but tried again. "There are solutions for that too, Ingrid. It's about adapting and improving."No: Diskusjonen ble opphetet, men Kjell avbrøt med sitt milde smil.En: The discussion heated up, but Kjell interrupted with his gentle smile.No: "Hva om vi kombinerer ideene våre? Vi trenger ideer både fra skeptikere og visionære for å finne balanserte løsninger."En: "What if we combine our ideas? We need ideas from both skeptics and visionaries to find balanced solutions."No: Etter demonstrasjonen satt de seg på en benk i museets hage.En: After the demonstration, they sat on a bench in the museum's garden.No: Blomster duftet rundt dem, og solen varmet ansiktene deres.En: Flowers scented the air around them, and the sun warmed their faces.No: Ingrid så ettertenksom ut. "Jeg ser at det finnes potensiale," sa hun sakte. "Kanskje vi bare trenger mer informasjon og tid."En: Ingrid looked thoughtful. "I see there is potential," she said slowly. "Maybe we just need more information and time."No: Sverre smilte, lettet. "Jeg forstår at skepticism kan lede til bedre spørsmål, Ingrid. Vi må bare fortsette å jobbe sammen."En: Sverre smiled, relieved. "I understand that skepticism can lead to better questions, Ingrid. We just need to keep working together."No: De planla å møtes igjen etter museet, ved Sankthansbålene, for å seile lysbåter og reflektere over det de hadde lært.En: They planned to meet again after the museum, at the Sankthansbålene, to sail light boats and reflect on what they had learned.No: Sammen tenkte Sverre, Ingrid og Kjell at de kunne gjøre en forskjell ved å forstå og bruke hverandres styrker.En: Together, Sverre, Ingrid, and Kjell thought they could make a difference by understanding and using each other's strengths.No: I vårens milde luft følte de seg alle litt klokere og mer håpefulle for fremtiden.En: In the gentle spring air, they all felt a little wiser and more hopeful for the future.No: Det var en ny begynnelse, og de så fram til å bidra til den grønne skiftet i både små og store måter.En: It was a new beginning, and they looked forward to contributing to the green shift in both small and big ways. 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NT police have rejected calls for an independent investigation into the death of an Aboriginal man in police custody after being restrained at an Alice Springs supermarket this week. 

Thousands of graduating high school seniors are getting ready to take their next steps into young adulthood.Most of them were in middle school when a public health emergency was declared because of COVID-19 in Indiana, closing schools, restaurants, and public gatherings.The 2025 cohort saw President Donald Trump elected to office in 2016, when they would have been about 9 years old. Some of them voting age now, saw the nation re-elect him this year.The 2025 high school graduating class, born in 2006 and 2007, is seeing increased discussion around AI use, concerns of a coming recession, and progress in gene therapy treatments.Renewable energy is rapidly on the rise, and renewable energy generation surpassed coal for the first time just a couple years ago.The Harvard Youth poll notes shifting priorities for younger generations: fewer say they want to have children. And about 19 percent trust the federal government to do the right thing most of the time.This week we'll talk with graduating high school seniors about their plans and expectations.Join us on the air by calling 812-855-0811 or toll-free at 1-877-285-9348. You can also send questions for the show to news@indianapublicmedia.org.  You can also record your questions and send them in through email. Guests  Gage Shrader, Columbus East High SchoolFallyn Conway, Martinsville High SchoolSara Carmona, Bloomington High School SouthKarter Kikendall, Columbus East High School

What are the advantages and limitations of organic materials, inorganic materials, or hybrid materials that combine both? How do the properties of these different materials influence their applications in academia and industry? On this exciting episode of Let's Talk Chemistry edited by David Alvia, hosts Erin Suh, Aanya Santosh, and Elizabeth Li delve deeper into these questions and more with Dr. Seth Marder, Professor of Chemical and Biological Engineering and Director of the Renewable and Sustainable Energy Institute at the University of Colorado Boulder. Dr. Marder shares his work on characterizing the optical and electrical properties of chiral materials, as well as some valuable insights on collaboration and creativity. We hope you enjoy!

Frequent listeners of this podcast are well aware healthcare emits an immense amount of carbon pollution at over 600 million metric tons annually. This is substantially due to energy waste or inefficiency. For example, hospitals, that account roughly 35% of the industry's GHG emissions, loses or forgoes tens billions in annual revenue or explicit and implicit lost opportunity costs. Healthcare pays in several ways for its energy inefficiency. Among other reasons, though one of the world's most high tech sectors, healthcare still largely consumes electricity produced by burning fossil fuels. Heat-generated electricity is significantly less efficient than use of renewable energy technology that avoids converting heat to electricity or work. Renewable energy is increasingly more price efficient (that explains why 92% of new electricity produced in 2024 was via renewables). Healthcare utilization or demand is increased as a result of healthcare's carbon pollution and hospitals already face market headwinds, moreover the fact inflation-adjusted payment rates have been stagnant to negative for several years. Information on Eneration can be found at: https://www.eneration.com This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.thehealthcarepolicypodcast.com

DAMIONLet's start with a softball: Tesla's Europe sales plunge 49% on brand damage, rising competition. Who Do You Blame?ElonLiberals Who Hate ElonTrump 2.0The Tesla board (I'm looking at you Robyn and Kimbal)Apathetic Tesla investorsNobody. Share price is king. MMISS backs Dynavax directors in board fight with Deep Track CapitalDeep Track Capital, which is Dynavax's second largest shareholder with a nearly 15% stake, is pushing on with a proxy fight and wants new directors to prioritize development of the company's hepatitis B vaccine instead of pursuing new acquisitions."Vote for all four management nominees," ISS wrote in a note to clients that was seen by Reuters. "The dissident has failed to present a compelling case that change is necessary at this meeting."Despit that "There has been a stall in momentum" and that "the market has in no way rebuked the company's strategy" even though Dynavax's stock price has fallen 18% over the last 12 months.Who Do you Blame?ISS, for an inability to articulate big ideas with data.Dynavax's current board knowledge profile: while pretty balance overall with science-y stuff like Medicine and Dentistry (14%); Biology (15%) along with a reasonable amount og Economics and Acounting (12%), the board notably lacks Sales and Marketing (0%).Deep Track Capital nominee probably fits that bill: an experienced drug development and commercialization professional most as interim CEO/COO at Lykos Therapeutics, including overseeing the commercialization of Moderna's COVID-19 vaccine and marketing and sales at Sanofi PasteurISS, again, for ignoring the presence of 15-year director and Nominating Committee chair Daniel Kisner. Why is this guy allowed to maintain dominance over the selection of new directors?Especially consider the presence of fellow long-tenured director Francis Cano on the committee who is 80 and has served for 16 yearsCano had 29% votes against in 2018, but then only 4% in 2021 and 8% in 2024 The board's atrocious lack of annual elections. While the company celebrities the appointments of two new directors in early 2025, one of them, Emilio Emini, will not be up for shareholder review until the 2027 AGMCan I blame DeepTrack (14%), BlackRock (17%), Vanguard (7%), and State Street (6%) = 44%PepsiCo Is Pushing Back its Climate Goals. The Company Wants to Talk About ItPepsiCo said Thursday it pushed back by a decade its goal to achieve net-zero emissions from 2040 to 2050, as well as a handful of delays on plastic packaging goals, to name a few of the shiftsJim Andrew, chief sustainability officer, said PepsiCo's ability to make progress at the rate it would like to “is very very dependent on the systems around us changing.” He added the “world was a very different place” when it was working on these goals in 2020 amid a completely different political and regulatory landscape.Who Do You Blame?Pepsi's very large board of 15 directorsmost governance experts and research converge around an ideal range of 7 to 11 directors. Which really means 9?Beyond 11, boards often suffer from slower decision-making and diluted accountability.Pepsi's completely protected class of directorsAccording to MSCI data: no current director has received more than 9% votes against since the 2015 AGM. Average support is over 97%Despite hitting .400 overall (peers hit .581): .396 carbon (vs. 473) and .180 on controversies (vs. 774)The fact that the company is named Pepsico and not Pepsi which is kinda irritatingPepsi's Gender Influence Gap of -11%In fact, of the top 7 most influential directors, 6 are men with 68% aggregate influenceThe woman is Dina Dublon (11%), the former CFO at JPMorgan Chase, who has been on the board for two decades. I guess her experience as a director on the Westchester Land Trust is not enough to sway the gentlemen.The Land Trust is chaired by Wyndham Hotels director Bruce Churchill, whose experience at DirectTV must really be crucial in the protection of the natural resources of Westchester CountyWhat Makes a Great Board Director? It's Hard to Define, but It Has Rarely Been More Crucial. Who Do you Blame?The WSJ for still failing to define it appropriately despite being the effing WSJ!Proxy advisory firms, for not having the data that could better inform shareholdersThe SEC/listing exchanges for not requiring data that could better inform shareholdersEvery person in the world who does not use Free Float Analytics data2025 U.S. Proxy Season: Midseason Review Finds Sharp Drop in Shareholder Resolutions on BallotTrump 2.0Darren Woods and ExxonThe anti-ESG shareholder proponents for depressing us with their political theaterApathetic investorsMATTBall CFO to depart after less than 2 years in roleHoward Yu: The departure is not related to any disagreement with the Company on any matter relating to its accounting practices, financial statements, internal controls, or operations.Because everyone leaves in less than 2 years when they're happy? Who do we blame!:Ball's Audit Committee - only 29% of company influence, but maybe they're too busy to pay attention to the CFO at all? We know audit committee roles are hugely time consuming, so Cathy Ross (ex CFO FedEx) on two audit public audit committees, John Bryant (ex CEO of Kellogg) on FOUR audit committees, Michael Cave (ex Boeing exec from 787 Max days) on just Ball audit, and Todd Penegor (current CEO of Papa Johns) on THREE boards AND an acting CEOBall's Nominating Committee - 48% of company influence, maybe they suck at their jobs? Stuart Taylor, who's been on the board since 1999, Dune Ives, Aaron Erter, and… Cathy Ross and John Bryant, also on the audit committeeHoward Yu, who departed unrelated to “any disagreement with the Company” on anything he actually did thereCEOCathy Ross and John Bryant93% of U.S. Executives Desire Board Member ReplacementsOld people: There are 14,440 non executive directors in the US on boards with an average age of 63 years old and 2,569 executive directors with an average age of 58.298 companies in the US have at least ONE director over the age of 80. Directors over the age of 80 have on average 9% influence on the board and on average 19 years of tenure - old and no one actually listens to them.Two US directors - Tommy Thomson (82 years young) and John Harrington (87 years young) are on THREE boards eachMeyer Luskin is 100 years old on the OSI Systems board - he is UCLA class of 1949 and has 6% influence after 35 years on the boardMilton Cooper is 95 years old on TWO boards - Getty Realty and Kimco Realty, where he has 53 and 34 years of tenureImagine being a 58 year old CEO and chair of your board and showing up to have to listen to John Harrington and Meyer LuskinOutlandishly outsized influencersOf 24,000 US directors, 591 have more than 50% influence on their boards. Those boards average 7 other people - is there a point to those 7? Connected directors hating on unconnected directorsThere are 575 directors on boards who are connected to 50% or more of the board… A fun example - at Target, 92% of the directors are connected through other boards or trade associations - that's 11 out of 12 directors. Do you think the board just hates Dave Abney for having no obvious connections to them?Shrill womenThere are 7,450 female directorships on US public boards596 have advanced degrees from elite schools80 of them are non executives at widely held corporations with no ties to the company or family with zero known connections to the existing board membersDon't the other directors just wish they weren't there being smart asses?Meta Buys 650 MW of Renewable Energy to Power U.S. Data CentersAES, the woke Virginia based energy company with 5 women and 6 men on the board where 63% of the board has advanced degrees and four of the board members aren't even AmericanArkansas, the woke state that allowed solar energy to get built thereMeta AI, because AI can't even discriminate against renewable energy because it's so wokeMark Zuckerberg, the dual class dropout dictatorMark Zuckerberg, the government ass kisser, MAGA convert, and attendee at the oil state Qatari meetup with Trump who set up this purchase, like, BEFORE the world hated woke, so it's not his fault because he's REALLY super into oil and stuff

Sponsored by KPMGNegotiations currently taking place on Capitol Hill stand to have a dramatic impact on tax incentives in the Inflation Reduction Act that have powered tremendous growth in clean energy and domestic manufacturing. With so much chatter coming out of Congress, Alfred Johnson, the co-founder and CEO of Crux, and Lauren Collins, a partner at Vinson and Elkins LLP, return to the show to help separate the signal from the noise -- or in this case, decipher the difference between a scalpel and a sledgehammer. Insights from Crux (updated May 22, 2025)Insights from Vinson & Elkins LLP (updated May 22, 2025)More resources from KPMGTransferable Tax CreditsTrade and Tarfiff InsightsShaping the Future of Renewable and Emerging EnergiesSign up for the Renewable Energy SmartBrief

Renewable energy generation continues to grow and increase the need to store energy efficiently and economically for longer durations of time. In the latest episode of Sustainability Leaders, Jayen Veerapen, Senior Advisor with the BMO Climate Institute, explores how zinc-based batteries and storage assets could be an interesting alternative to lithium-ion battery chemistries. His guest is James Larsen, CEO of e-Zinc, an energy storage technology developer with projects in Canada and the US.   “At the stage we're at right now, the modest amount of renewable energy we actually have on the grid, it only really necessitates energy storage assets that have the ability to discharge energy for a few hours. But if you extrapolate out the curve and really think about what does 2030 look like, what does 2040 look like, and beyond, and think about the volume of renewable energy that's coming on line, it's going to create more and more significant imbalances between that supply and demand,” Larsen said.

The Benefits of Recycling Wind TurbinesWhile wind energy is renewable and non-polluting, the wind turbines themselves can create pollution problems. Now, scientists are creating wind turbines that can be made with less energy, but also create less waste because they can be recycled. This, of course, reduces impacts on the waste stream and provides a sustainable alternative to current wind turbines that are often extremely hard to recycle. Moreover, the new material requires less energy to create and mold into the desired output, subsequently reducing associated greenhouse gas emissions.Making Wind Turbines with Recyclable ResinNot surprisingly, even renewable energy resources also have environmental costs. For instance, when the life of a wind turbine ends (after about 20 years), it ends up in landfills. Moreover, as more wind farms are built and older turbines are taken out of usage, the waste burden is significant. Most resins also used in wind turbines require many nonrenewable resources and a lot of energy to produce. In addition, they do not easily degrade.This is why researchers at the National Renewable Energy Laboratory (NREL) started developing turbines from recyclable resin. They call the resin PECAN, and it is created with “bio-derivable resources” like sugars as opposed to the type of resin that has traditionally been used, which is not bio-derived and extremely hard to upcycle. Specifically, when the wind blades are unusable they are shredded to be used as “concrete filling”, which never biodegrades, while turbines made of recyclable resin can chemically break down within 6 hours.Benefits of Recyclable Resin Not only can PECAN withstand harsh weather, but it does not deform over time. Additionally, once the resin undergoes a chemical process called “methanolysis” it only takes 6 hours for the original carbon and glass to be recovered to be recycled. Moreover, the catalyst to harden the resin is also recovered and this means that it is possible for it to be used again (creating a circular waste stream). Moreover, PECAN produces “40% less greenhouse gas emissions and 30% less energy to make”.Challenges of Implementation There is a general lack of awareness of solutions like PECAN which strive to make our waste stream more circular, and without that awareness, it would not be able to make the large positive impact that it is capable of making. This is also one of the reasons why right now, wind turbines made out of recyclable resin proves to be more expensive, as there is not enough of a demand for it yet.Ryan Clarke believes that creating wind turbines from naturally occurring resources like sugars can be extremely helpful in waste reduction. Additionally, he emphasizes that larger deployment of this technology and increased awareness can lead to major cost savings in the long run. About Our GuestRyan Clarke studied materials science and became a postdoctoral researcher for the National Renewable Energy Laboratory, where he was the study's lead author. Now, he works at Hexion Inc. as a R&D material scientist.ResourcesreNews, NREL Develops Recyclable Resin for Wind BladesENERGY THEORY, NREL Develops Wind Turbine Blades From Recyclable ResinEnvironment + Energy Leader, NREL's Breakthrough in Renewable, Recyclable Wind EnergyFurther ReadingResearch Gate, A Recyclable Epoxy for Composite Wind Turbine BladesNEW ATLAS, Fast-Dissolving Bio Resin Could Drive Recycling of Wind Turbine BladesFor a transcript, please visit: https://climatebreak.org/recyclable-resin-for-wind-turbines-with-ryan-clarke/ 

Australia has long been a global leader in residential solar adoption, with more than three million households now generating electricity from rooftop panels. This remarkable uptake has transformed how energy is produced and consumed at the household level, positioning Australia at the forefront of distributed energy.But while rooftop solar has become mainstream, the next frontier of the energy transition. Widespread adoption of home battery storage is still in its early stages. As energy markets evolve, the value of grid exports is changing and resilience is becoming increasingly important and home batteries play a crucial role in unlocking the full potential of distributed energy systems. To truly scale domestic storage, new models for ownership and financing are emerging. Shifting the conversation from technology to access. In this episode, we explore what's driving demand for household batteries, what's holding it back, and how smart coordination of home energy systems could transform both household economics and grid outcomes.In this episode of Transmission, Wendel is joined by Jess Padman, Director of Energy Products at the National Renewable Network (NRN). Over the course of the conversation, you'll hear about:What's behind the rise in household batteries? From feed-in tariff reductions to energy independence and resilience, what's driving demand.The barriers to widespread adoption: Upfront cost, policy lag, and a fragmented supplier landscape.New ownership and financing models for batteries: Why access, not just technology, is key to scaling domestic storage.The role of smart coordination in the home: Coordinating solar, batteries, and appliances to maximise value for households and the grid.Australia as a testbed for residential energy innovation: How policy, culture, and infrastructure have created one of the world's most dynamic residential energy markets.About our guestJess Padman is Director of Energy Products at the National Renewable Network (NRN). With a background in distributed energy, solar programs, and product development, Jess focuses on bringing smart, scalable solutions to the residential energy market, helping more Australians access the benefits of rooftop solar and battery storage.

Australia has long been a global leader in residential solar adoption, with more than three million households now generating electricity from rooftop panels. This remarkable uptake has transformed how energy is produced and consumed at the household level, positioning Australia at the forefront of distributed energy.But while rooftop solar has become mainstream, the next frontier of the energy transition. Widespread adoption of home battery storage is still in its early stages. As energy markets evolve, the value of grid exports is changing and resilience is becoming increasingly important and home batteries play a crucial role in unlocking the full potential of distributed energy systems. To truly scale domestic storage, new models for ownership and financing are emerging. Shifting the conversation from technology to access. In this episode, we explore what's driving demand for household batteries, what's holding it back, and how smart coordination of home energy systems could transform both household economics and grid outcomes.In this episode of Transmission, Wendel is joined by Jess Padman, Director of Energy Products at the National Renewable Network (NRN). Over the course of the conversation, you'll hear about:What's behind the rise in household batteries? From feed-in tariff reductions to energy independence and resilience, what's driving demand.The barriers to widespread adoption: Upfront cost, policy lag, and a fragmented supplier landscape.New ownership and financing models for batteries: Why access, not just technology, is key to scaling domestic storage.The role of smart coordination in the home: Coordinating solar, batteries, and appliances to maximise value for households and the grid.Australia as a testbed for residential energy innovation: How policy, culture, and infrastructure have created one of the world's most dynamic residential energy markets.About our guestJess Padman is Director of Energy Products at the National Renewable Network (NRN). With a background in distributed energy, solar programs, and product development, Jess focuses on bringing smart, scalable solutions to the residential energy market—helping more Australians access the benefits of rooftop solar and battery storage.

Randy Crabtree goes in-house with Tri-Merit's Barry Devine, a veteran in the specialty tax incentive space, on Episode 211 of The Unique CPA. Renewable energy tax credits have come to the forefront as a way for nonprofits to fund community-strengthening projects, and Barry pulls from his extensive experience in leveraging these credits and incentives to illustrate the incredible opportunities that are out there right now. Highlighting the impact of the Inflation Reduction Act on making these credits accessible to nonprofits, they discuss real-world examples Barry was a part of, including projects for the Boys and Girls Club of Dane County and a Minnesota hospital, while delving into the legislative landscape and future prospects for renewable energy incentives. Barry's strong advice to CPAs on how to support their nonprofit clients in taking advantage of these lucrative credits is a must-listen. Get the full show notes and more resources at TheUniqueCPA.com

This episode covers India's ambitious plans to double its wind energy capacity by 2030, the UK's expansion of offshore wind farms, and the US states' legal challenge against President Trump's executive order halting wind energy development. 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! Allen Hall: Starting the week off in India, India's wind energy sector is investing heavily in capacity and workforce development to double its current 50 gigawatt capacity by 2030. The Indian Wind Turbine Manufacturers Association says they're focusing on technology innovations while advancing the Make in India mission to achieve this ambitious target. The country already has 18 gigawatts of annual manufacturing capacity for turbines and components. Companies like LAN and zf Windpower produce critical parts locally. Positioning India as a potential global export hub. Renewable sector hiring is expected to grow by 19% this year in India with most workers being young [00:01:00] Indians between 26 and 35 years old. Over in the uk the UK's Crown estate has approved expansion of high density wind farms on existing seabed leases to support the country's energy transition. Seven projects will increase capacity by 4.7 gigawatts helping Britain towards its target of 50 gigawatts of offshore wind by 2030. Up from the current 15 gigawatts projects include RWE's Ramon two and SSE's and Equinor's Dogger Bank D. The Crown Estate's Marine director Gus Jasper says, this capacity increase program will provide up to 4 million homes with clean energy and decrease the UK's reliance on internationally sourced fossil fuels. Britain is already the world's second largest offshore wind market after China, though inflation and supply chain issues have challenged the sector recently. Over in the United States, a coalition of 17 states and Washington [00:02:00]DC has filed a lawsuit against President Donald Trump's executive order halting wind energy development. The order signed on his first day in office, pauses, approvals, permits, and loans for all wind projects, both offshore and onshore. New York Attorney General Letitia James leading the coalition argues the directive threatens thousands of good paying jobs and billions in investment while delaying the transition away from fossil fuels. The administration recently ordered Norwegian company Ecuador to halt construction on Empire Wind, one near Long Island, despite the project being 30% complete after a seven year permitting process. Wind currently provides about 10% of US electricity, making it the nation's largest renewable energy source. The states argued Trump's order contradicts years of bipartisan support for wind energy and his own declaration of quote, a national energy emergency unquote calling for expanded domestic energy production.[00:03:00] The administration has also suspended funding for floating offshore wind research in Maine and revoked permits for a project in New Jersey. Internationally, other nations are accelerating wind investments with the UK and Canada's Nova Scotia recently announcing major offshore expansion plans. That's this week's top News stories. Tune in tomorrow for the Uptime Wind Energy Podcast.

Grain complexes backed off the highs from the day on fizzled optimism from trade talks. Meanwhile, livestock trade closed lower. Arlan Suderman of StoneX weighed in on the trade. Topics: - Trade rhetoric - Renewable fuels - Fear of falling consumer demand

An innovative new project is helping Australians make and save cash, while bolstering the renewable energy sector and helping the environment. The Australian Renewable Energy Agency or ‘ARENA funded Community Batteries’ project will see community batteries installed and connected to a virtual power plant. In this sponsored episode of The Briefing, Tara Cassidy speaks with Momentum Energy’s Leesa Blazley who’s leading its roll-out. Follow The Briefing: TikTok: @listnrnewsroom Instagram: @listnrnewsroom @thebriefingpodcast YouTube: @LiSTNRnewsroom Facebook: @LiSTNR NewsroomSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

* Spain's grid blackout causing even Tony Blair to admit the green agenda's failure and pivot to Trump's carbon capture con * If tariffs aren't inflationary then why was the White House in a frenzy to silence Amazon's plan to itemize skyrocketing surcharge costs? * On the positive side, the REINS Act is back and could check the regulatory abuses of the bureaucracy * Big Pharma's statin lies, FDA-approved “meat glue” in your nuggets, lab-grown milk horrors, and the biggest economic fraud — “health insurance” plus hospitals jacking up bills * Dive into J. Warner Wallace's gritty graphic novel for entertainment and a dose of truth amid the madness!2:30 The Grid Reset? Green Grifters Pivot After Spanish Grid BlackoutThey ignored the warnings and now even Tony Blair is admitting that they went to far for a problem that isn't.  However, the former leftist PM is pivoting to another big scam that's EXACTLY what Trump and his cronies want for the USA 30:15 LIVE audience comments 34:43 Why Did Trump Get So Upset About Itemizing the Surcharge on Amazon?     Itemizing surcharges has long been both a business practice and a protest by restaurants, hotels and others.  But neither Biden's FTC nor the Trump administration like protests     But Trump's administration is in a frenzy to bury the truth about skyrocketing prices from his chaotic tariffs, bullying Amazon's Jeff Bezos into silencing plans to itemize tariff surcharges.  First they said it wouldn't be noticeable, now they're furious and attacking Biden for inflation (didn't Trump's lockdown & UBI programs have something to do with inflation?). 58:27 Another Flip on Auto TariffsTrump's automotive tariffs are rooted in a questionable 1960s law, forcing automakers to slam on the brakes, paralyzing supply chains and strangling the economy with uncertainty.  Now there's been another change.  It's the chaos, stupid, that is destroying the economy.  Did they think ANY of this through? 1:04:02 Will Congress Unleash the REINS Act to Rein in Bureaucratic Tyranny?Politico's in a panic over the proposed REINS Act, set to take back regulatory power they abdicated to the bureaucracy and hand President Trump unprecedented veto power, obliterating the unchecked rule-making of unelected bureaucrats!  Will it pass? 1:11:15 UPS and DHL Making Adjustments for Recession, Downsizing, and Erratic RegulationsUPS to axe 20,000 jobs and shutter 200 sorting centers! The ripple effects of his erratic taxes will decimate small businesses, as even large ones struggle 1:19:18 LIVE audience comments 1:27:29 Trump's Shocking Embrace of Lockdown Queen Gretchen Whitmer     Partisans on both sides are shocked but one of the “bad Democrat governors” of lockdown, wretched Gretchen arguably the worst, once vilified by MAGA for banning seeds and jailing barbers is palling around with Trump — again.     Uniparty power where politics is a sham, and control is king 1:30:42 Statins, Cholesterol, Lying with Statistics, and Lab-MilkExposing the fraud of BigPharma statistics and the FDA's “Free to Do Anything” attitude toward food and pharmaceuticals 1:43:01 Happy Birthday: A Sordid Tale of Corporate Copyright BullyingIf only we all had as many birthdays as intellectual property — kept on life support for a century.  But Warner got caught in the fraud and extortion.  1:46:44 Meat Glue MadnessThe food industry's dirty secret, “meat glue” (microbial transglutaminase), is lurking in your chicken nuggets, veggie burgers, and processed foods while the FDA turns a blind eye. 1:50:42 The Fraud of “Health Insurance”     A shocking case reveals hospitals colluding with insurers to skyrocket bills making bills for those with insurance FAR HIGHER than for the uninsured     Discover how to break free with cash-based care and dismantle this predatory system before it bankrupts your family 1:56:53 Abortion Pill: 22x Higher RisksA bombshell revelation rocks the medical world: the abortion pill's dangers are 22 times worse than reported, with 1 in 10 women facing severe hemorrhaging, infections, and hospitalizations! 2:02:28 “Case Files: Murder & Meaning” — A Gritty Graphic NovelJ. Warner Wallace, ColdCaseChristianity.com, author of the #1 Mystery Graphic Novel in America Dive into the heart-pounding world of Cold Case Christianity's visually stunning new graphic novel that blends raw, realistic crime drama with a subtle yet powerful Christian worldview. Forget preachy tales—this gritty narrative of a team of hardened detectives hunting a cunning serial killer in Los Angeles challenges secular assumptions, sparks deep conversations, and offers free resources to equip you for life-changing discussions. 2:47:05 Police State Power Grab and Elite ExcessesIf you would like to support the show and our family please consider subscribing monthly here: SubscribeStar https://www.subscribestar.com/the-david-knight-show  Or you can send a donation through Mail: David Knight POB 994 Kodak, TN 37764 Zelle: @DavidKnightShow@protonmail.comCash App at: $davidknightshowBTC to: bc1qkuec29hkuye4xse9unh7nptvu3y9qmv24vanh7 Money should have intrinsic value AND transactional privacy: Go to DavidKnight.gold for great deals on physical gold/silver For 10% off Gerald Celente's prescient Trends Journal, go to TrendsJournal.com and enter the code KNIGHT For 10% off supplements and books, go to RNCstore.com and enter the code KNIGHTBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-david-knight-show--2653468/support.

* Spain's grid blackout causing even Tony Blair to admit the green agenda's failure and pivot to Trump's carbon capture con * If tariffs aren't inflationary then why was the White House in a frenzy to silence Amazon's plan to itemize skyrocketing surcharge costs? * On the positive side, the REINS Act is back and could check the regulatory abuses of the bureaucracy * Big Pharma's statin lies, FDA-approved “meat glue” in your nuggets, lab-grown milk horrors, and the biggest economic fraud — “health insurance” plus hospitals jacking up bills * Dive into J. Warner Wallace's gritty graphic novel for entertainment and a dose of truth amid the madness!2:30 The Grid Reset? Green Grifters Pivot After Spanish Grid BlackoutThey ignored the warnings and now even Tony Blair is admitting that they went to far for a problem that isn't.  However, the former leftist PM is pivoting to another big scam that's EXACTLY what Trump and his cronies want for the USA 30:15 LIVE audience comments 34:43 Why Did Trump Get So Upset About Itemizing the Surcharge on Amazon?     Itemizing surcharges has long been both a business practice and a protest by restaurants, hotels and others.  But neither Biden's FTC nor the Trump administration like protests     But Trump's administration is in a frenzy to bury the truth about skyrocketing prices from his chaotic tariffs, bullying Amazon's Jeff Bezos into silencing plans to itemize tariff surcharges.  First they said it wouldn't be noticeable, now they're furious and attacking Biden for inflation (didn't Trump's lockdown & UBI programs have something to do with inflation?). 58:27 Another Flip on Auto TariffsTrump's automotive tariffs are rooted in a questionable 1960s law, forcing automakers to slam on the brakes, paralyzing supply chains and strangling the economy with uncertainty.  Now there's been another change.  It's the chaos, stupid, that is destroying the economy.  Did they think ANY of this through? 1:04:02 Will Congress Unleash the REINS Act to Rein in Bureaucratic Tyranny?Politico's in a panic over the proposed REINS Act, set to take back regulatory power they abdicated to the bureaucracy and hand President Trump unprecedented veto power, obliterating the unchecked rule-making of unelected bureaucrats!  Will it pass? 1:11:15 UPS and DHL Making Adjustments for Recession, Downsizing, and Erratic RegulationsUPS to axe 20,000 jobs and shutter 200 sorting centers! The ripple effects of his erratic taxes will decimate small businesses, as even large ones struggle 1:19:18 LIVE audience comments 1:27:29 Trump's Shocking Embrace of Lockdown Queen Gretchen Whitmer     Partisans on both sides are shocked but one of the “bad Democrat governors” of lockdown, wretched Gretchen arguably the worst, once vilified by MAGA for banning seeds and jailing barbers is palling around with Trump — again.     Uniparty power where politics is a sham, and control is king 1:30:42 Statins, Cholesterol, Lying with Statistics, and Lab-MilkExposing the fraud of BigPharma statistics and the FDA's “Free to Do Anything” attitude toward food and pharmaceuticals 1:43:01 Happy Birthday: A Sordid Tale of Corporate Copyright BullyingIf only we all had as many birthdays as intellectual property — kept on life support for a century.  But Warner got caught in the fraud and extortion.  1:46:44 Meat Glue MadnessThe food industry's dirty secret, “meat glue” (microbial transglutaminase), is lurking in your chicken nuggets, veggie burgers, and processed foods while the FDA turns a blind eye. 1:50:42 The Fraud of “Health Insurance”     A shocking case reveals hospitals colluding with insurers to skyrocket bills making bills for those with insurance FAR HIGHER than for the uninsured     Discover how to break free with cash-based care and dismantle this predatory system before it bankrupts your family 1:56:53 Abortion Pill: 22x Higher RisksA bombshell revelation rocks the medical world: the abortion pill's dangers are 22 times worse than reported, with 1 in 10 women facing severe hemorrhaging, infections, and hospitalizations! 2:02:28 “Case Files: Murder & Meaning” — A Gritty Graphic NovelJ. Warner Wallace, ColdCaseChristianity.com, author of the #1 Mystery Graphic Novel in America Dive into the heart-pounding world of Cold Case Christianity's visually stunning new graphic novel that blends raw, realistic crime drama with a subtle yet powerful Christian worldview. 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U.S. President Donald Trump was sworn into office for the second time on Jan. 20, 2025. That means April 30 marks his 100th day back in office. A lot has happened during that relatively short period of time. The Trump administration has implemented sweeping changes to U.S. energy policy, primarily focused on promoting fossil fuels while curtailing renewable energy development. The administration declared a “national energy emergency” to expedite approvals for fossil fuel infrastructure and lifted regulations on coal plants, exempting nearly 70 facilities from toxic pollutant rules. Coal was officially designated a “critical mineral,” with the Department of Justice directed to investigate regulatory bias against the industry. Additionally, the administration ended the Biden-era pause on approvals for new liquefied natural gas (LNG) export facilities, signaling strong support for natural gas expansion. On the environmental front, U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Administrator Lee Zeldin announced 31 deregulatory actions designed in part to “unleash American energy.” The administration is also challenging the 2009 EPA finding that greenhouse gases endanger public health—a foundational element of climate regulation. President Trump announced the U.S.'s withdrawal from the Paris Climate Agreement, effective in early 2026, and terminated involvement in all climate-related international agreements, effectively eliminating previous emissions reduction commitments. Renewable energy has faced significant obstacles under the new administration. A six-month pause was imposed on offshore wind lease sales and permitting in federal waters, with specific projects targeted for cancellation. The administration issued a temporary freeze on certain Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) and Bipartisan Infrastructure Law (BIL) funds designated for clean energy projects. Policies were implemented to weaken federal clean car standards, potentially eliminate electric vehicle (EV) tax credits, and halt funding for EV charging networks—indirectly affecting power generation by potentially reducing electricity demand from EVs. Yet, the administration's tariff policy may end up impacting the power industry more than anything else it has done. “One thing in particular that I think would be hard to argue is not the most impactful, and that's the current status of tariffs and a potential trade war,” Greg Lavigne, a partner with the global law firm Sidley Austin, said as a guest on The POWER Podcast. In April, President Trump declared a national emergency to address trade deficits, imposing a 10% tariff on all countries and higher tariffs on nations with large trade deficits with the U.S. These tariffs particularly affect solar panels and components from China, potentially increasing costs for renewable energy projects and disrupting supply chains. Meanwhile, the offshore wind energy industry has also taken a hard hit under the Trump administration. “My second-biggest impact in the first 100 days would certainly be the proclamations pausing evaluation of permitting of renewable projects, but particularly wind projects, on federal lands,” said Lavigne. “That is having real-world impacts today on the offshore wind market off the eastern seaboard of the United States.” Despite the focus on traditional energy sources, the Trump administration has expressed support for nuclear energy as a tool for energy dominance and global competitiveness against Russian and Chinese nuclear exports. Key appointees, including Energy Secretary Chris Wright, have signaled a favorable stance toward nuclear power development, including small modular reactors. All these actions remain subject to ongoing legal and political developments, with their full impact on the power generation industry yet to unfold.

Meghan Weinman joined Carrix and SSA Marine in 2024 as Vice President of Sustainability. She is an industry leader across the sustainability, transportation, and environment sectors and has worked throughout North America and internationally, including Latin America, Asia, the Middle East, and Africa.  Prior to joining Carrix and SSA Marine, Ms. Weinman was a Managing Director at Edison Energy, leading the Transportation Electrification and Clean Energy Practice. She has also served in roles in management, engineering, and consulting across sustainability and built infrastructure. Ms. Weinman has served as a mentor for the Clean Tech Alliance, an industry advisor at Kellogg School of Management, and is also a frequent speaker on topics relating to sustainability, transportation, clean energy transition, climate, and women in leadership. Meghan Joins Sustainable Nation to Discuss: The scope of sustainability at SSA Marine and 2030 targets Decarbonization strategies including renewable energy sourcing Renewable diesel and hydrogen fuel options Advice and recommendations for sustainability professionals Meghan's Final Five Questions Responses: What is one piece of advice you would give to other sustainability professionals that might help them in their careers? Taking on different roles that strengthen understanding of the overall business is always something that would benefit sustainability. I started out in engineering, I went to business school, I'm now in my role today. That has been hugely helpful to understand different parts and wearing different hats and really being able to think cross functionally. With that, networking with other professionals not only in your industry, but adjacent industries. I always learn things when I talk to others in their roles. I had lunch with one of my colleagues who's at Alaska Airlines and we got to swap stories about how they're handling waste management. That was really helpful. Lastly, being a collaborative partner and really looking at how you can solve problems for stakeholders internally always is a way that can benefit not only sustainability, but the business overall.  What are you most excited about right now in the world of sustainability?  I'll go back to the answer that I gave around doing things that are really good for the business, but that can be sustainability initiatives. I get really excited about doing things that can be mutual wins across an organization. I've been working in electric vehicles now for almost 10 years through a couple of different roles, and there's been so much progress that's been made in terms of technological advancement. The commitment from automakers and equipment makers and increasingly the technology is becoming more and more of a mainstay, and that makes it easier and easier to incorporate into operations. It also brings about cost parity. Those are the things that I'm really getting excited about because it really is at a tipping point.  What is one book you'd recommend sustainability leaders read?  I'll give one book in two different categories. One that jump started my interest in sustainability over 20 years ago, and I'm sure this is probably known to most readers, was Natural Capitalism. That really helped me think about sustainability in a different way and really put into perspective the work that we're doing. But more recently I'm enjoying books that are at the intersection of business and can really help in a sustainability role, and so they're actually negotiation books, and you might wonder why negotiation. It's about coming up with solutions that may benefit many stakeholders across an organization and finding solutions that benefit potentially both sides. If you're thinking about how to convince your CFO or your commercial team, really think about it from a perspective of: how do I get what I want in sustainability, and also the finance team gets what they want. I'm going to give two books here, but one of them is Negotiate Without Fear by Victoria Medvec, and the other one is Getting to Yes, which is a classic by Roger Fisher and William Ury. Those are two that I would recommend any sustainability professional think about in terms of their own organization.  What are some of your favorite resources or tools that really help you in your work?  I really do like getting newsletters. I love reading and finding out what's happening across the industry. A couple that I like is ESG Dive from Industry Dive. That one I find to be really great information about what's happening across different companies, a blend of news and initiatives. I also really like Fortune's newsletters. Fortune has a number of newsletters, but one that has a lot of sustainability topics in there is the Trust Factor. They talk a lot about how sustainability and ESG is really paramount to businesses. But they also have other great newsletters too, like CEO Daily and CFO Daily, and they dabble into sustainability in those newsletters, too.  Where can our listeners go to learn more about you and the work being done at SSA Marine?  You can connect with me on my LinkedIn, Megan Weinman. You can also go to SSA Marine's LinkedIn page or visit our website, ssamarine.com to learn more about our work. Our sustainability report is on there. You can read more stories about things that we've been doing across the company, and our 2024 report will be in there too later on in 2025. 

Today the EPA announced a waiver for E-15 blended fuel for the Summer driving season. Renewable fuel supporters welcome the news but still hope for a legislative fix this year. 

The International Maritime Organization recently agreed to a global deal to tackle shipping emissions after over a year of tense and fraught talks, with the US dramatically exiting discussions. The agreement includes mandatory marine fuel standards and a carbon trading mechanism. It will need to be adopted in October, but some countries still vocally oppose the measures. In this episode of Energy Evolution, host Eklavya Gupte speaks with Commodity Insights journalist Max Lin, Edmund Hughes from the International Bunker Industry Association (IBIA), and Georgios Kasimatis from DNV Maritime to gain insight into the complexities of these regulations and their implications for the decarbonization of the maritime sector. Energy Evolution has merged with Platts Future Energy, and episodes are now regularly published on Tuesdays. 

If President Trump's tariff strategy succeeds in sparking a revival in US manufacturing, one consequence will be surging demand for power. We are already seeing electricity demand starting to pick up after 15 years of stagnation, driven by new data centers for AI and a wave of factory-building for semiconductors and batteries that is already under way. How can the electricity industry increase capacity to meet that growing demand and provide the power that the country needs?That's the question for this special episode of the Energy Gang, recorded live in front of an invited audience at the headquarters of the American Clean Power association in Washington DC. Host Ed Crooks talks to Chris Shelton, the Chief Product Officer at AES, Travis Kavulla, the Vice-President for Regulatory Affairs at NRG Energy, and MJ Shiao, the Vice President of Supply Chain and Manufacturing at American Clean Power.They discuss whether electricity demand growth is really happening, which technologies are best placed to provide new supply, and who will end up paying for the investment needed to increase capacity. The Trump administration's focus has been on “baseload” power, particularly new natural gas power plants. But there are reasons why they cannot be a complete solution. Renewable energy and battery storage also have important roles to play.The group also assess the impacts of changing energy policies under a Republican administration and Congress. What will be the fate of tax credits for low-carbon energy under the Inflation Reduction Act? And will moves to expedite permitting and environmental approvals make it easier to build all kinds of new infrastructure, including power and energy facilities, in the US?See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.