Energy Transition Solutions

In this episode, Joe Batir talks with Dr. Leah Ellis, CEO and co-founder of Sublime Systems. She discusses the environmental impact of cement production and the need for decarbonization. She explains the process of cement and concrete production and the challenges of carbon capture and storage (CCS). Dr. Ellis introduces Sublime Systems’ innovative process that replaces traditional cement production with a fossil fuel-free, electrochemical method. She highlights the potential for reusing existing concrete and the importance of addressing additional inputs and reducing emissions. Dr. Ellis also discusses the first commercial-scale manufacturing facility and the path to achieving net zero and beyond. Leah’s book recommendation: Destiny Disrupted by Tamim Ansary Takeaways Cement production is a major contributor to global CO2 emissions, and decarbonizing the industry is crucial for achieving net zero. Sublime Systems has developed an electrochemical process that replaces traditional cement production, reducing emissions and avoiding the use of fossil fuels. The reuse of existing concrete and the reduction of additional inputs are important steps in minimizing the environmental impact of cement production. Scaling up the production of Sublime Systems’ cement technology is essential for achieving significant emissions reductions in the industry. Chapters00:00 Introduction02:05 Background and Introduction to Sublime Systems04:15 Understanding Cement and Concrete06:21 The Environmental Impact of Cement Production07:35 Carbon Capture and Storage (CCS) Challenges19:03 The Sublime Systems Process22:39 Reuse of Existing Concrete25:57 Addressing Additional Inputs and Reducing Emissions28:19 The First Commercial Scale Manufacturing Facility32:50 Production Capacity and Scaling Up36:09 Path to Net Zero and Beyond41:22 Favorite Book Recommendation43:36 Getting to Net Zero and Beyond44:57 The Story Behind the Bow Tie48:51 Favorite Bow Tie49:11 Closing Remarks This episode is sponsored by Ranch Office—Texas style co-working in Houston. Life is better at the Ranch. Brought to you on OGGN, the largest and most listened-to podcast network for the oil and energy industry. Sign up for OGGN newsletters here.Enjoying the show? Leave us a review here.Visit the OGGN Merch store here.Curious about podcast advertising? Learn more here. More from OGGN … PodcastsLinkedIn GroupLinkedIn Company Page

This episode is sponsored by Ranch Office—Texas style co-working in Houston. Life is better at the Ranch. In this episode our host Joe Batir hosts a panel at the office opening for Energy Transition Finance and Emerald Operating. The panel discusses the practical process of applying for a DOE Loan Program Office loan and talk through the experiences panel members have had in that process. Panelists: Aaron Melda, Senior Vice President Transmission and Power Supply at TVA Paul Browning, Co-founder at Energy Transition Finance Troy von Otnott, CEO at Massive Technologies Jim Campbell, Former President, East Tennessee Economic Council Brought to you on OGGN, the largest and most listened-to podcast network for the oil and energy industry. Sign up for OGGN newsletters here.Enjoying the show? Leave us a review here.Visit the OGGN Merch store here.Curious about podcast advertising? Learn more here. More from OGGN … PodcastsLinkedIn GroupLinkedIn Company Page

This episode is sponsored by Ranch Office—Texas style co-working in Houston. Life is better at the Ranch. Bruce Stewart, CEO and President of Perch Energy, joins Joe Batir on the Energy Transition Solutions podcast to discuss community solar and its role in the energy market. They cover topics such as the growth of community solar, the benefits for consumers, and the need for investment in clean energy solutions. Bruce emphasizes the importance of policy and regulatory support for community solar and highlights the role of companies like Perch Energy in connecting customers with clean energy projects. The conversation provides valuable insights into the opportunities and challenges of transitioning to a low-carbon energy future. Bruce’s Book Recommendation(s):How to Avoid a Climate Disaster by Bill GatesZero to One by Peter Theil Curious how much you can save by subscribing to community solar? Try the free savings calculator found here: https://www.perchenergy.com/community-solar/savings-calculator These show notes contain affliate links. Use the links and show your support! Takeaways- Community solar is a growing sector in the energy market, providing an opportunity for consumers to access clean energy without the need for rooftop installations. – Policy and regulatory support are key drivers of community solar growth, with many states adopting enabling legislation and incentives. – Investment in clean energy solutions, including community solar, is crucial for accelerating the energy transition and achieving net-zero emissions. – Community solar offers consumers the ability to subscribe to a local solar project and receive credits on their electricity bill, resulting in savings and supporting the development of clean energy generation. Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Permission00:28 Introduction to Perch Energy01:14 Understanding Community Solar05:33 The Solar Market and Community Solar’s Role10:56 Triggers for Community Solar Growth18:02 How Community Solar Works for Consumers22:41 Why Community Solar Hasn’t Been Done at a Larger Scale25:10 Subscription and Pricing for Community Solar30:30 Enabling Community Solar in More States36:31 The Path to Net Zero40:25 The Importance of Investment in Energy Transition40:40 Closing Remarks https://www.linkedin.com/in/josephfbatir/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/brucestewart3/ https://www.perchenergy.com/ Bill Gates Book: https://amzn.to/3RQ3khc Peter Thiel Book: https://amzn.to/48sZSA2 Brought to you on OGGN, the largest and most listened-to podcast network for the oil and energy industry. Sign up for OGGN newsletters here.Enjoying the show? Leave us a review here.Visit the OGGN Merch store here.Curious about podcast advertising? Learn more here. More from OGGN … PodcastsLinkedIn GroupLinkedIn Company Page

In this episode our host Joe Batir talks with Rand Taylor of Industrial Sustainability Group, producers of FuelOx and Infinity Lube. They talk about fuel additives and environmentally friendly industrial fluid products and how companies can have better performance while also being better for the environment. Points they covered include: Rand’s background What are fuel additives Why additives have a bad public perception Case studies of FuelOx in use Diesel particulate filters and filter cleaning Why Industrial Sustainability Group only has two products Rand’s book recommendations:Confessions of an Economic Hitman by John PerkinsAnything by Dan CarlinThe Frontiersman by Allan W. Eckert This episode is sponsored by Ranch Office—Texas style co-working in Houston. Life is better at the Ranch. Brought to you on OGGN, the largest and most listened-to podcast network for the oil and energy industry. Sign up for OGGN newsletters here.Enjoying the show? Leave us a review here.Visit the OGGN Merch store here.Curious about podcast advertising? Learn more here. More from OGGN … PodcastsLinkedIn GroupLinkedIn Company Page

In this episode our host Joe Batir talks with Brent Smith, Co-Founder of Firefly Energy Services. This discuss Firefly’s new energy storage solution, Gasloop, and how it fits into the energy landscape today and through the energy transition. Specific topics they cover include: What is Gasloop How the midstream energy market currently handles natural gas storage What changed in the gas storage market from before winter storm Uri to after Where Gasloop fits into the natural gas storage market How Gasloop will position in the energy transition Brent’s book recommendation:The Cost of Discipleship by Diertrich Bonhoeffer This episode is sponsored by Ranch Office—Texas style co-working in Houston. Life is better at the Ranch. Brought to you on OGGN, the largest and most listened-to podcast network for the oil and energy industry. Sign up for OGGN newsletters here. Enjoying the show? Leave us a review here. More from OGGN … PodcastsLinkedIn GroupLinkedIn Company Page

Warm thoughts and good cheer from your favorite bunch of oil and energy podcast hosts. *** Watch the VIDEO here *** Brought to you on OGGN, the largest and most listened-to podcast network for the oil and energy industry. Sign up for OGGN newsletters here. Love the podcast? Leave us a review here. More from OGGN … PodcastsLinkedIn GroupLinkedIn Company Page

In this episode our host Joe Batir talks with George Tijbosch, CEO of MiQ. They discuss fugitive methane emissions, and what MiQ is developing to enable the solving of this emissions problem.  They discuss: – Why George left retirement to join MiQ– What exactly are fugitive methane emissions– How large are these emissions– What it will take to reduce these emissions to near zero George’s book recommendation: New York 2140 by Kim Stanley Robinson These show notes contain affiliate links. Show your support by using the included links. This episode is made possible by AWS Energy. Wondering what will happen next year? Check out our 2024 Oil and Gas Predictions. Brought to you on OGGN, the largest and most listened-to podcast network for the oil and energy industry. Sign up for OGGN newsletters here. Enjoying the show? Leave us a review here. More from OGGN … PodcastsLinkedIn GroupLinkedIn Company Page

Joe talks about all the things on his mind from the recent past, including:– Unilever freely shares new ice cream recipes (i.e., patents) and how this is good for the environment– Book reviews (listed below) and why audio books are superior– The 48 Laws of Power by Robert Greene– The 50th Law by 50 Cent and Robert Greene– Never Split the Difference by Chris Voss– Special bowties from an energy colleague These show notes contain affiliate links. Show your support by using them. This episode is made possible by AWS Energy. Brought to you on OGGN, the largest and most listened-to podcast network for the oil and energy industry. Sign up for OGGN newsletters here. Enjoying the show? Leave us a review here. More from OGGN … PodcastsLinkedIn GroupLinkedIn Company Page

Joe Batir moderates a panel discussing the Department of Energy’s Loan Program Office and the loan application process. Panelists: Ed Davis, Senior Consultant to the US DOE Loans Program OfficeRobert Edwards, Jr., Managing Director of Hamilton Clark Sustainable CapitalMichael Walton, Managing Partner at Energy Transition FinancePriya Swamy, Vice President of Sustainable Energy and Environment at Allegheny Science & Technology  Panel topics:1. Why does the LPO exist in the first place 2. What is the LPO application process3. Who would and wouldn’t be a good fit for an LPO loan4. Why now is the time to seriously consider the US DOE LPO for project financing This episode is made possible by AWS Energy. Brought to you on OGGN, the largest and most listened-to podcast network for the oil and energy industry. Sign up for OGGN newsletters here. Enjoying the show? Leave us a review here. More from OGGN … PodcastsLinkedIn GroupLinkedIn Company Page

In this episode our host Joe Batir talks with guests while on stage at the annual Geothermal Rising Conference in Reno, NV. They talk about how to build a more cohesive geothermal industry that provides more opportunity for all. Guests included:Ann Robertson-Tait, GeothermEx / SLBKelly Blake, Ormat Te chnologiesMike Umbro, Premier Resource Management, LLCMattias Mornesten, Baseload Capital Click here to take it one question survey and receive OGGN hardhat and laptop stickers. This episode is made possible by AWS Energy. Brought to you on OGGN, the largest and most listened-to podcast network for the oil and energy industry. Sign up for OGGN newsletters here. Enjoying the show? Leave us a review here. More from OGGN … PodcastsLinkedIn GroupLinkedIn Company Page