The Fully Charged Podcast

Gagan Dhillon, Co-Founder of Synop.ai, specializes in Fleet EV Charging Management focusing on V2G and Virtual Power Plants. He discusses how electrifying school buses and using their batteries as power sources can optimize energy usage. Dhillon highlights over 6,000 active electric buses and the advantages of off-peak charging. He also shares insights on the future of electric mobility, addressing operational challenges, cost benefits, and consumer education needed for a smoother transition to sustainable transportation.

Dave Borlace from the Just Have a Think YouTube channel joins the podcast to discuss tackling the climate crisis, pros and cons of small nuclear reactors, misleading EV range numbers, and the potential of using golf course lands for renewables. The conversation also covers topics like bird conservation, debunking myths about electric cars, extreme cold challenges for EVs, and the transition from fossil fuels to clean technologies.

Ricky Roy, Fully Charged's 'man in America', discusses the new Cybertruck, Chinese EVs entering the US market, and media misinformation. They also touch on home energy solutions, American vs. Chinese EVs, and the future of electric bikes and scooters.

Data scientist and senior researcher Hannah Ritchie discusses the power of data in understanding global challenges like climate change. She explores debunking myths about overpopulation, assessing the environmental impact of food choices, and highlighting the importance of data-driven approaches in promoting sustainable solutions for a better world.

Ana Musat, Executive Director at RenewableUK, discusses the complexities of energy pricing, balancing renewables with gas, offshore wind progress, and challenges in wind energy deployment. She emphasizes the importance of transitioning to renewables and incentivizing demand side flexibility in the energy market.

Join Quentin Willson and Dr. Euan McTurk as they discuss the latest in EV battery advancements, including debunking myths, exploring solid-state batteries, and the need for UK investment. Dr. McTurk shares insights on battery safety, longevity, and the role of local startups in enhancing technology independence.

Exploring EV adoption, misinformation, and politicisation in the US, impacting consumer confidence. Updates on the Everything Electric LONDON expo. Comparing EV adoption in Australia vs UK. Revolutionizing test drives at shows to boost EV demand. Impact of US election on EVs and renewable energy sectors.

Join us on a powerful journey with Rosamund Adoo-Kissi-Debrah, World Health Organisation BreatheLife Ambassador, and founder of the Foundation named after her late daughter, Ella Roberta. In this episode, we delve into the heartbreaking yet inspiring story of Ella's tragic death due to pollution-related respiratory failure, which sparked Rosamund's relentless campaign against air pollution.   In conversation with Quentin, Rosamund talks about the shocking statistics on respiratory diseases, particularly in children, and the important role EVs and other clean technologies can play in improving air quality. They also discuss how misinformation is slowing the much-needed transition to cleaner transport and home heating, and the need for greater political support for air improvement initiatives to improve public health and help everyone #StopBurningStuff      Podcast references:   Find out more about the Ella Roberta Foundation:  https://www.ellaroberta.org/   Support our StopBurningStuff campaign and help fight EV and clean energy misinformation: https://www.patreon.com/STOPBurningStuff   Join us at the next Everything Electric expo for more myth-busting content: https://everythingelectric.show   Subscribe for episode alerts and the Stop Burning Stuff newsletter:  http://eepurl.com/iKxG9-/     Visit: https://fullycharged.show/blog/stop-burning-stuff-myth-busting/ Find us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/StopBSCampaign Follow us on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/stop-burning-stuff  

In this discussion, Johan du Plessis, founder and CEO of Tepeo, delves into the future of home heating. He highlights the need for zero-emission heating solutions like Tepeo's innovative Zero Emission Boiler (ZEB). Johan contrasts ZEB with traditional heat pumps, emphasizing its plug-and-play features and energy efficiency. The talk also covers how technology, including advanced software and AI, can revolutionize heating management and reduce carbon footprints. With a strong call for policy reform, Johan envisions a sustainable shift in domestic heating.

This week Quentin welcomes Labour’s Shadow Minister for Transport, Bill Esterson MP. In this incredibly insightful interview, they discuss the transition to electric vehicles and Labour’s plans on this front.    As an EV driver and politician, Bill recognises the many benefits of embracing electrification for individual convenience, air quality and economic growth. But he also highlights the current challenges to achieving this, much of which he feels stems from the government’s mixed messaging and the rise in misinformation and scepticism from certain media outlets.    Bill also shares an overview of Labour's plans to accelerate the transition, including details of their "5 missions" framework, aimed at achieving self-sufficiency in renewable energy, fostering economic growth, and creating opportunities for people.    Podcast references:   Find out more about the great Grid Upgrade: https://www.nationalgrid.com/the-great-grid-upgrade      Support our StopBurningStuff campaign and help fight EV and clean energy misinformation: https://www.patreon.com/STOPBurningStuff   Join us at the next Everything Electric expo for more myth-busting content: https://everythingelectric.show   Subscribe for episode alerts and the Stop Burning Stuff newsletter:  http://eepurl.com/iKxG9-/   Visit: https://fullycharged.show/blog/stop-burning-stuff-myth-busting/ Find us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/StopBSCampaign Follow us on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/stop-burning-stuff