Insider's Guide to Energy

Join hosts Chris Sass and Niall Riddell as they explore Hitachi’s role in helping setup distributed energy systems and EVs integrated into the Grid. Guest John Glassmire Global Product Manager for e-mobility, Grid Edge Solutions at Hitachi Energy explains where the US is on its journey.  

In this episode we speak with Toby Ferenczi about how Energy Attributed Certificates are changing the way enterprises and customers buy energy. With policies like 24/7 clean energy, companies are embracing time stamped RECs to radically rethink the way that they buy and use clean energy. Host: Chris SassAdditional Reads:  Granular Energy: https://www.granular-energy.com/  Whitepaper on Timestamped RECs: https://www.nordpoolgroup.com/49b69a/globalassets/download-center/whitepaper/whitepaper-may-2023.pdf  Princeton Report on Time-based Attribute Trading and 24/7 Carbon-free Electricity Procurement: https://acee.princeton.edu/24-7/  

In this episode of the EV miniseries hosts Chris Sass and Niall Riddell have a conversation with Ben Nelmes about policy, taxes, and data.  The episode focuses on EV adoption and tools available in the UK to accelerate the transformation for ICE to EVs. 

Clean energies used to be a novelty a mere 2 decades ago. Now they’re a highly essential part of the bottom-line, enabling industries and corporates to manage their demand economically. Join us, as we discuss this and more on localizing energy supply chains, manufacturing, jobs and economics in a candid chat with Russ Bates, Founder and CEO of NXTGEN Clean Energy Solutions, a consulting one-stop-shop firm acting as a single touch point for small and large business owners who want to take advantage of renewable energies. Host:  Chris Sass Additional Reads:NXTGEN: https://www.nxtgencleanenergy.com/Securing Clean Energy Supply Chains: https://www.iea.org/reports/securing-clean-energy-technology-supply-chains

Get ready for an exhilarating episode as we approach the highly anticipated release of our upcoming installment! We are thrilled to bring you a captivating discussion in collaboration with Insider's Guide to Energy, featuring esteemed industry experts Hubert Penn and Tom Lemmens from Dexter Energy. Joining our host Chris Sass, they will dive deep into Dexter Energy's cutting-edge software solutions customized for energy traders in Europe, with a specific focus on renewable energy.During this enlightening episode, Hubert and Tom will explore a wide array of fascinating topics, including the various data types and volumes involved in energy trading, the intricate processes of data processing, as well as the exceptional adaptability and flexibility of Dexter Energy's solutions. Their expertise and insights are sure to provide valuable and eye-opening perspectives on the innovative applications of data science in the energy trading sector.If you're intrigued by the captivating world of energy trading and eager to gain valuable insights from the experiences of Dexter Energy, make sure to tune in this week! This episode promises to be a must-listen for anyone interested in the exciting intersection of data science and renewable energy.

Battery electrochemist Euan McTurk takes hosts Chris Sass and Niall Riddel on a whirlwind journey through all things EV battery. Battery chemistry is fundamental, but only some EV users get exposed to or need to understand the chemistry of their EV battery. You will gain exposure to different battery technologies and how the characteristics of each impact everything from charging to recycling. Debunking myths and helping us better understand charging are all part of this episode of the EV miniseries.   Hosts Chris Sass Niall Riddell Links for show notes  https://www.pluglifetelevision.co.uk/ https://www.faircobaltalliance.org  Battery Recycling:  https://arabat.it https://www.redwoodmaterials.com https://li-cycle.com https://relib1.relib.org.uk  Tesla v. ICE crash picture Eaun mentions in episode: https://www.teslarati.com/tesla-model-s-collision-luxembourg-leaves-ice-flames/ 

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/ 

Hosts Chris Sass and Niall Riddell speak with industry leader Graeme Cooper about the infrastructure requirements for EVs and the greening of everything.  Graeme shares his unique prospective from his time at National Grid and paints a picture of how the world and UK will transform with the acceptance and maturing of EVs.  

What is the biggest hurdle that utilities face when working with Distributed Eeergy Resources (DERs), and how to make electric grids transparent and aware? We discuss the answer to these and more with Astrid Atkinson, CEO and Co-Founder at Camus Energy, a firm committed to using software for empowering a zero-carbon grid. Focusing on a diverse range of topics from power reliability to network connectivity, we learn about how using cloud scale computing tools to handle utility scale network management can help orchestrate and automate distribution grids powered by fleets of decentralized energy assets. Hosts:  Johan Oberg & Jeff McAulay Additional Reads:https://www.camus.energy/https://www.camus.energy/blog/how-utilities-can-ensure-the-grid-is-ready-for-electric-vehicleshttps://www.camus.energy/blog/alphabet-soup-a-glossary-of-electric-utility-software-systems

Hosts Chris Sass and Neil Riddell kick off, "Insider's Guide to Energy EV Miniseries,".  In this first episode, Chris and Neil introduce the mission of the miniseries. Through interviews listeners will gather unique insights from experts and navigate the complex landscape of transitioning from traditional fuels to electricity. The EV miniseries takes a holistic approach to electrifying everything, including its impact on energy producers, traders, and the entire ecosystem. Get ready to explore topics like EV charging, grid implications, energy sources, manufacturing, supply chains, and more.  The first guest to join the IGTE EV miniseries is Adrian Del Maestro, Head of Thought Leadership at PwC. Adrian shares his expertise on the challenges and opportunities of the ongoing energy transition. Topics include the crucial role of batteries in storing energy, powering electric vehicles, and balancing the decentralized energy grid. He then explores the geopolitical implications of rare earths and metals required for battery technology, as well as the ethical and sustainability considerations involved.  With a promising lineup of more 20 episodes, this podcast series promises to be your ultimate guide to understanding EVs and their transformative impact on our world. Tune in and become an insider in the electric revolution!