The Fully Charged Podcast Bonus Episode! Greg Jackson CEO of Octopus Energy Talks The Green Transition AND MORE!
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Oct 23, 2024 
Greg Jackson, Founder and CEO of Octopus Energy, discusses the rapid growth of his company and its pivotal role in the green transition. He highlights electric vehicles as key players in reshaping public attitudes towards renewable energy. Their conversation also explores China’s fast-paced energy transformation, market inefficiencies, and the challenges fossil fuel companies face. Jackson advocates for innovations like micro-generation and vehicle-to-grid technology, emphasizing the need for regulatory changes to make sustainable energy accessible and affordable for all.
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Octopus Energy's Rise and EV Skepticism
- Greg Jackson reflects on Octopus Energy's rapid growth, initially driven by recognizing the inevitable energy transition and falling renewable energy costs.
- He recalls initial skepticism towards EVs, similar to early resistance against electric cars, but highlights their transformative experience as a key driver of change.
EVs: The Gateway to Green Energy
- Electric Vehicles (EVs) are not merely a component of the energy transition, but the primary driver, acting as a 'gateway drug' to broader adoption of sustainable practices.
- Unlike solar panels, often seen as financial instruments, EVs offer a transformative experience, prompting users to consider solar, heat pumps, and further electrification.
China's Astonishing Energy Transition
- China's energy transition is mind-blowing, with increasing electrification, massive renewable energy build-out, and rapid EV adoption.
- Their state oil company predicts no filling stations by 2045, highlighting their commitment to a renewable future driven by industrial competitiveness.