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Andrew Waranch and Nick Dazzo from Spearmint Energy discuss their unique business case as an end-to-end solution for battery energy storage. They touch upon challenges in the renewables sector, the impact of legislation, and geographical diversification across US markets. The podcast also explores Spearman's trading strategies, their goal of reaching a gigawatt of storage, and the benefits of vertical integration. Additionally, they dive into the effects of a recent law on the renewable energy industry and Europe's potential for carbon pricing and tax credits.

The road to decarbonization is multifaceted and deeply complex. Tackling one part of it opens up the floor to more questions new problems to solve. What is the current state of climate and where are we in the decarbonization pipeline?In today’s episode - Quentin speaks with Nathaniel Bullard - independant keynote speaker, board-level strategy facilitator, and climate-focused advisorOver the course of the conversation they discuss:Nat’s background and career - including giving away a 140 slide deck for free.Growth without emissions - can we lower primary energy usage while still maintaining growth?What does the state of renewables look like and a look at the levelized cost of different technologies.An overview of the framework for Nat’s ‘Three Ages of Decarbonisation’.Nat’s view on how we get to net-zero from here. Mentioned in the episodeDecarbonization: The long view, trends and transience, net zeroBig Oil’s Pullback From Clean Energy Matters Less Than You Might ThinkAbout our guestNat works independently as a keynote speaker, board-level strategy facilitator, and climate-focused advisor. He is a senior contributor to BloombergNEF and writes the Sparklines column for Bloomberg Green. To find out more about Nat - visit his website.About Modo EnergyModo is the all-in-one Asset Success Platform for battery energy storage. It combines in-depth data curation and analysis, asset revenue benchmarking, and unique research reports - to ensure that owners and operators of battery energy storage can make the most out of their assets. Modo’s paid plans serve more than 80% of battery storage owners and operators in Great Britain.To keep up with all of our latest updates, research, analysis, videos, podcasts, data visualisation, live events, and more, follow us on LinkedIn.If you want to peek behind the curtain for a glimpse of our day-to-day life in the Modo office(s), check us out on Instagram.

By smoothing over unstable voltage waveforms - inertia is a fascinating and important part of the system. Being able to accurately measure inertia is becoming more and more important as we transition to renewable generation, which is changing the weight of inertia on the grid. For this instalment in our Modo Selects series we are revisiting this episode with Chris Kimmett - Chief Operations Officer at Reactive Technologies. He and Quentin talk about how utilising inertia is imperative to balance the system. During the course of the conversation, Chris and Quentin discuss:The definition of inertia and what processes are implemented to measure it.How the transition to greener energy production is impacting the amount of inertia on the grid and why measuring this is important.Other countries' grid design and an insight as to why they developed in that way.How being able to accurately measure inertia is important and what type of businesses benefit from being able to do so?The vision for Reactive Technologies and their role in all of this.About our GuestReactive Technologies are an innovative energy tech company, providing grid operators and renewable asset owners with market-leading and mission-critical technology solutions to accelerate the clean energy transition. To find out more about what they do head to their website here.About Modo Energy Modo is the all-in-one Asset Success Platform for battery energy storage. It combines in-depth data curation and analysis, asset revenue benchmarking, and unique research reports - to ensure that owners and operators of battery energy storage can make the most out of their assets. Modo’s paid plans serve more than 80% of battery storage owners and operators in Great Britain.To keep up with all of our latest updates, research, analysis, videos, podcasts, data visualisation, live events, and more, follow us on LinkedIn.If you want to peek behind the curtain for a glimpse of our day-to-day life in the Modo office(s), check us out on Instagram.

When a battery can no longer effectively fulfil the role, it was first intended to - it doesn’t mean it's the end. Getting the most out of every stage of an asset's life stage is crucial in not only maximising the revenue it can generate whilst also lowering its environmental impact. Zenobē is working on some really cool endeavours to repurpose the batteries from their electric bus fleet and putting them to good use in new and exciting projects. Robert Long, Business Development Manager at Zenobē, joins Quentin for today’s episode. Over the course of the conversation, they discuss:How Zenobē are taking older batteries and repurposing them in a new lease of life.Where these second-life batteries are being used and at what scale.Why having viable uses for end-of-life batteries is vital in maximising revenue potential and reducing environmental impact.Portable batteries or ‘Powerskids’ - Zenobē’s role in electrifying the set of the latest Fast & Furious film (starring Vin Lithium!), and other events.How batteries are helping solve gaps in usage data at temporary sites, enabling the most efficient use of both traditional and renewable generation.Mentioned in the episodeOur first episode featuring Zenobē - Business, buses and giving batteries a second life with Steven MeersmanAbout our guestZenobē provide end-to-end solutions for electric transport fleets, provide large-scale battery storage for deployment in the grid, as well as today’s focus of refurbishing end-of-life batteries for their second (and third and fourth) life - providing portable power or on-site static power to maximise clean energy usage.About ModoModo is the all-in-one Asset Success Platform for battery energy storage. It combines in-depth data curation and analysis, asset revenue benchmarking, and unique research reports - to ensure that owners and operators of battery energy storage can make the most out of their assets. Modo’s paid plans serve more than 80% of battery storage owners and operators in Great Britain.To keep up with all of our latest updates, research, analysis, videos, podcasts, data visualisation, live events, and more, follow us on LinkedIn.If you want to peek behind the curtain for a glimpse of our day-to-day life in the Modo office(s), check us out on Instagram.

Energy trading agreements come in all sorts of shapes and sizes - from simply priced physical and financial trading of energy products, to much more complex arrangements. Originators and traders need to understand market dynamics, potential risks and upsides, asset capabilities - and that’s just the tip of the iceberg.For this instalment of our Modo Selects series, we are revisiting this episode, in which Vishnu Aggarwal (Deputy VP of Origination and Renewables, SmartestEnergy) joins Quentin to talk about his experiences of renewable energy origination and trading. Over the course of their conversation, they discuss:The fascinating world of carbon markets and certifications - and how we can improve them.The ins and outs of energy trading, and an explanation of how different types of Power Purchase Agreements (PPAs) work.What Renewable Energy Guarantees of Origin (REGOs) are, and why they’re so controversial.The growing market for conscious suppliers. What does “100% renewable energy” look like for the end consumer? And how do we make it the norm?And, of course, SmartestEnergy’s role in all of this.About our guestProcuring renewable electricity is the most effective way to start the journey to net-zero. As a leading purchaser of independent generation, supplier of renewable electricity, and provider of demand response services, SmartestEnergy helps smart businesses achieve their energy goals. For more information on SmartestEnergy, head here.Alternatively, you can find Vishnu on LinkedIn here.About ModoModo is the all-in-one Asset Success Platform for battery energy storage. It combines in-depth data curation and analysis, asset revenue benchmarking, and unique research reports - to ensure that owners and operators of battery energy storage can make the most out of their assets. Modo’s paid plans serve more than 80% of battery storage owners and operators in Great Britain.To keep up with all of our latest updates, research, analysis, videos, podcasts, data visualisation, live events, and more, follow us on LinkedIn.If you want to peek behind the curtain for a glimpse of our day-to-day life in the Modo office(s), check us out on Instagram.

In the ever-expanding market for land and existing asset sites - buyers, developers, land owners and anyone else involved in building a BESS project - will need to be as informed as possible. What factors determine whether a site would make a good location? What dictates the price of development? In today’s episode, Quentin talks to Max Stirling, Associate Director at JLL Energy & Infrastructure Advisory. Some highlights of the conversation include:How JLL works with both developers and buyers to further BESS development at project level acquisition, as well as existing operational assets. What factors influence the price of land and sites for projects - location, revenue projections, interest rates and more.Discussion around the real value of grid connections.A look at some of the details of recent deals Max has seen to completion.And of course, where JLL fits into all this.About our guestJLL Energy & Infrastructure advisory provide services in M&A, strategic consulting, valuation, Sustainability services and much more, across the globe. The wider JLL group help clients buy, build, occupy and invest in a variety of assets including industrial, commercial, retail, residential and hotel real estate.For more information on JLL Energy & Infrastructure, head to their website.To connect with Max - find him on LinkedinAbout ModoModo is the all-in-one Asset Success Platform for battery energy storage. It combines in-depth data curation and analysis, asset revenue benchmarking, and unique research reports - to ensure that owners and operators of battery energy storage can make the most out of their assets. Modo’s paid plans serve more than 80% of battery storage owners and operators in Great Britain.To keep up with all of our latest updates, research, analysis, videos, podcasts, data visualizations, live events, and more, follow us on Linkedin.If you want to peek behind the curtain for a glimpse of our day-to-day life in the Modo office(s), check us out on Instagram.

Nuclear power is a fascinating part of the energy mix and with advancements in nuclear fusion, the opportunity for a green power supply - with abundant fuel sources and fewer long-lasting waste materials - is gaining momentum!In today’s episode, Quentin sits down with Dr Mark Wenman -Reader in Nuclear Materials at Imperial College London, to talk about nuclear energy, in particular nuclear fusion. Over the course of the conversation, they discuss:The two types of nuclear energy - fusion and fission.How nuclear fusion works and the conditions needed to achieve it.Mark’s view on when he see’s fusion becoming commercially viable.What the position of nuclear looks like in a clean energy future.About our guestMark is the Director of the EPSRC Centre for Doctoral Training in Nuclear Energy Futures and Reader of Nuclear Materials at Imperial College London. You can get in touch via his Imperial College profile.About ModoModo has opened up our platform to university students and academics for free. If you are interested in exploring data for energy markets and revenues for clean energy technologies, check out Neil’s Energy Academy E-book to get started or sign up to the platform.To keep up with all of our latest updates, research, analysis, videos, podcasts, data visualizations, live events, and more, follow us on Linkedin.If you want to peek behind the curtain for a glimpse of our day-to-day life in the Modo office(s), check us out on Instagram.

Nuclear power is a fascinating part of the energy mix and with advancements in nuclear fusion, the opportunity for a green power supply - with abundant fuel sources and fewer long-lasting waste materials - is gaining momentum!In today’s episode, Quentin sits down with Dr Mark Wenman -Reader in Nuclear Materials at Imperial College London, to talk about nuclear energy, in particular nuclear fusion. Over the course of the conversation, they discuss:The two processes to generate nuclear energy - fusion and fission.How nuclear fusion works and the conditions needed to achieve it.Mark’s view on when he see’s fusion becoming commercially viable.What the position of nuclear looks like in a clean energy future.About our guestMark is the Director of the EPSRC Centre for Doctoral Training in Nuclear Energy Futures and Reader of Nuclear Materials at Imperial College London. You can get in touch via his Imperial College profile.About ModoModo has opened up our platform to university students and academics for free. If you are interested in exploring data for energy markets and revenues for clean energy technologies, check out Neil’s Energy Academy E-book to get started or sign up to the platform.To keep up with all of our latest updates, research, analysis, videos, podcasts, data visualizations, live events, and more, follow us on Linkedin.If you want to peek behind the curtain for a glimpse of our day-to-day life in the Modo office(s), check us out on Instagram.

The inflation reduction act is turbo charging buildout of domestic renewable energy solutions in the USA. Until this point - stationary storage hasn’t been the main focus, but that is about to change. Pomega are in the race to be first to market to provide it all - from LFP cells to turnkey energy storage solutions. Louis Caso - Vice President of Business Development at Pomega, joins Quentin in Austin, Texas - to record this episode. Over the course of the conversation they discuss:Pomega’s vision to bring start to finish battery production to the US.An insight into the enormity of building a project of this scale.What demand looks like for stationary battery storage in the US and who is looking to integrate it.How the inflation reduction act is impacting energy storage and turbo charging the US market.A bonus intro to the rivalry between Louis’ local soccer club, Columbus Crew vs Austin FC!About our guestPomega’s mission is to become a leading manufacturer of vertically integrated LFP battery cell and energy storage systems in North America. From the individual LFP cells to turnkey BESS solutions - Pomega will provide start-to-finish energy storage products. To find out more about what Pomega are doing, head to their website.Connect with Louis on Linkedin.About ModoModo is the all-in-one Asset Success Platform for battery energy storage. It combines in-depth data curation and analysis, asset revenue benchmarking, and unique research reports - to ensure that owners and operators of battery energy storage can make the most out of their assets. Modo’s paid plans serve more than 80% of battery storage owners and operators in Great Britain.To keep up with all of our latest updates, research, analysis, videos, podcasts, data visualizations, live events, and more, follow us on Linkedin.If you want to peek behind the curtain for a glimpse of our day-to-day life in the Modo office(s), check us out on Instagram.

The power of marine energy is vast - and being able to tap into this infinite supply could open up endless opportunities for renewable generation. Being able to test new ocean technologies easily means faster deployment in the journey to net-zero - but what is involved in marine power and where is it best placed.In this episode, Quentin is joined by Neil Kermode (Managing Director at The European Marine Energy Centre or EMEC). Over the course of the conversation, they discuss:The differences between wave and tidal generation types and how they work.An insight into current investment activity for these technologies.What factors need to be considered when looking for sites for wave / tidal and what's involved in grid connection.The environmental and community impact of marine energy sites. Generation variability - why tidal is endlessly predictable.About our guestThe European Marine Energy Centre (EMEC) are the world’s first and leading facility for demonstrating and testing wave and tidal energy converters.As a plug-and-play facility EMEC helps reduce the time, cost and risk of testing innovative sustainable technologies. Operating two grid-connected test sites off the coast of Orkney - EMEC provides scope to test technologies in harshest marine environments while in close proximity to sheltered waters and harbours. For more information on what they do - head to their website.Connect with Neil on Linkedin.About ModoModo is the all-in-one Asset Success Platform for battery energy storage. It combines in-depth data curation and analysis, asset revenue benchmarking, and unique research reports - to ensure that owners and operators of battery energy storage can make the most out of their assets. Modo’s paid plans serve more than 80% of battery storage owners and operators in Great Britain.To keep up with all of our latest updates, research, analysis, videos, podcasts, data visualizations, live events, and more, follow us on Linkedin.If you want to peek behind the curtain for a glimpse of our day-to-day life in the Modo office(s), check us out on Instagram.