The Driven

Jeff Sykes, CEO of Solar Choice and a guru in renewable energy solutions, dives into the challenges of EV charging in apartment buildings, home to over 2.6 million people. He discusses innovative strategies for integrating solar energy into these spaces and the importance of collaboration among residents and management. Sykes highlights financial barriers and government initiatives, including grants available in New South Wales. He also explores creative charging solutions like 'guerrilla charging' and addresses the pressing need for better infrastructure as EV ownership rises.

Bjorn Sturmberg, a researcher from the Australian National University, discusses groundbreaking vehicle-to-grid trials with Nissan Leaf EVs. He reveals how these electric vehicles can stabilize the power grid, especially during emergencies like coal plant outages. The conversation highlights the challenges of current charging standards while emphasizing EVs' potential to alleviate grid strain and enhance efficiency. Sturmberg also addresses consumer charging behaviors and the economic and environmental benefits of integrating EVs into energy management.

Danny Kennedy from New Energy Nexus on plans to turn the Australian truck fleet electric, and keeping up with US.

Sarah White and Shane Parker have towed their caravan with both a Tesla Model 3 (around Australia), and their BYD Atto 3. They even shared the news with Scotty from Marketing.

Robert Llewellyn Fully Charged front man Robert Llewellyn discusses his favourite EVs, and plans for Australia’s biggest EV and home energy conference in Sydney next week.

Mark Gregory, COO of Flinders University, and Dan Gillick from Oji dive into the revolution of vehicle-to-grid technology. They explore how universities can lead the charge in integrating electric vehicles as virtual batteries, benefiting energy storage and grid support. The discussion delves into the challenges of transitioning to EVs on campus and the exciting prospects of these vehicles amplifying Australia’s renewable energy landscape. Personal stories from EV owners reveal the financial and sustainability advantages of this innovative approach.

This podcast discusses the challenges and advancements in creating efficient electric ferries for commuter use, emphasizing the growth of electric ferries in the maritime industry. It explores different types of ferries and their potential for electrification, especially the little ferry cat in Brisbane. The advantages of electric ferries for ageing fleets are highlighted, along with the importance of battery placement and efficiency in reducing resistance and drag. The progress of electrifying ferries in Brisbane is discussed, as well as the potential for electric ferries in Australia. The speed capabilities of electric ferries and the limitations of increasing speed are also explored.

Don Imrie, the head of sales of Ebusco Australia, on electric transport and plugging in to a car charger en route to Sydney. Plus: record EV sales in Australia.

Cory Steuben from Munro Associates on the epiphany on EVs. Plus: News of the week including MG’s budget MG4, and Tesla’s charging coup.

NRMA Energy boss Carly Irving-Dolan on motoring group's plans to start billing for fast charging, reliability, and going off grid with new fast-chargers. Plus: News of the week.