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Hello again! 👋  and welcome to the final episode in our ESG mini-series on the CleanTechies PodcastToday we are joined by Fulya Kocak Gin the SVP of ESG at Nareit (National Association of Real Estate Investment Trusts)Fulya is an industry leader in the ESG<>Real Estate space as she has been helping pull together and publish research for the members of Nareit. This work alone has had an incredible impact on the industry no doubt. In today's conversation, we had the chance to go into detail with her about how ESG plays a role in the Real Estate space. Specifically, we went into what is a REIT, how does ESG effect design, the standard objections, ESG reporting for RE Owners, and much more. As always, it was a pleasure to connect with an industry leader and it's an even greater pleasure to share it with you! We hope you enjoy this production. Main Talking Points: Intro to FulyaHow did she end up in the spaceA bit about her bookWhat is a REITESG <> Real EstateDesign <> ESGCommon objections Biggest challengesStandardization Current and Future RegulationsWhat is driving ESG ReportingWhat is ESG ReportingWebsiteCSR ReportSASBTCFDGRIGRESBThe future of ESGInnovation in the spaceESG and Sustainability DefinedEducation <> ESGWe hope you enjoy today's episode - please reach out with any specific questions or discussion points. If you're interested in being a show sponsor you can reach me at silasmahner@gmail.comNareit Website: https://www.reit.com/Fulya's book: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/0826912966/Connect with Fulya on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/fulyakocak/Check out our Sponsor, NextWave Partners: https://www.next-wavepartners.com/Join the Slack Channel:  https://cleantechies.slack.com/join/shared_invite/zt-pd2drz6d-N~9nURU5JlyMXv2ZiO5bAQ#/shared-invite/emailSubscribe to the Newsletter: https://www.silasmahner.com/ctnewslettersignupHMU on Twitter: @silasmahnerSupport the show: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/silasmahnerOther resources shared by Fulya: https://www.nareitphotolibrary.com/m/3ed5cf114b91ad7e/original/NareitPracticalReferenceforESGAugust2021v2-pdf.pdf https://www.reit.com/investing/reits-sustainability/2021-reit-esg-reporthttps://www.reit.com/investing/reits-sustainability/reit-esg-dashboardSupport the show This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit cleantechies.substack.com/subscribe

Today we are pleased to present the second part of our three-part ESG series with Sondra Tosky. Sondra is a Senior Product Manager at Higg. She has worked with CBRE and Measurabl in the past and is deeply aware of how the ESG Software Market is unfolding. In this episode, we discussed the current state of ESG data collection and reporting software. We debate and discuss what the future of the market will be and how things will be divided. We also discussed the intersection of ESG and Blockchain. Main Talking Points: Intro to SondraSondra's early careerPolicy and Picking TechESG IntroSupply Chain VisibilityChallenges and CompetitionSEC's Recent AnnouncementCosts of ReportingESG Software LandscapeFuture of the MarketBig Tech's RoleBlockChain - OffsetsEducationUp-skilling PeopleWrap UpWe hope you enjoy today's episode - please reach out with any specific questions or discussion points. If you're interested in being a show sponsor you can reach me at silasmahner@gmail.comHigg on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/higg/Connect with Sondra on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sondra-tosky-2837bb4/Check out our Sponsor, NextWave Partners: https://www.next-wavepartners.com/Join the Slack Channel:  https://cleantechies.slack.com/join/shared_invite/zt-pd2drz6d-N~9nURU5JlyMXv2ZiO5bAQ#/shared-invite/emailFollow CleanTechies on LinkedIn for posts about ClimateTech, and for a monthly newsletter: https://www.linkedin.com/company/clean-techies/ HMU on Twitter: @silasmahnerSupport the show: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/silasmahner__________We are proud to continue working with NextWave as our official show sponsor for this podcast. NextWave and all of its staff are highly motivated to advance the ClimateTech revolution and are constantly innovating ways that they can help affect that transition. From experts in the talent space to ESG experts, NextWave is taking on Climate and Social responsibility head-on and helping companies build great cultures that not only make the world a better place but also increase workplace satisfaction. Reach out to NextWave Partners today to learn more about how we might partner with you today. https://www.next-wavepartners.com/ / info@next-wavepartners.comSupport the show This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit cleantechies.substack.com/subscribe

This is the first part of our ESG Mini-Series. We are kicking things off with Ryan Kemp the founder of Pueo Consulting. Today's show was highly interesting and enjoyable for me as we asked, pondered, and discussed some of the really tough questions about ESG that have been on my mind lately. Main Talking Points: Intro to RyanBasic Principles of ESGDeep dive into SocialThe benefits of SSupply chain and SBehavioral change to create true changeDisconnectedness from the supply chainDeep dive into GovernanceThe future of profit maximization / how ethical are these practicesExpanding the definition of capitalTime and LifespanInstant gratificationHarmony driven careersESG & EducationUnschooling We hope you enjoy today's episode - please reach out with any specific questions or discussion points. If you're interested in being a show sponsor you can reach me at silasmahner@gmail.comPueo Consulting Website: pueo.consulting/Connect with Ryan on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ryanjkemp/Check out our Sponsor, NextWave Partners: https://www.next-wavepartners.com/Join the Slack Channel:  https://cleantechies.slack.com/join/shared_invite/zt-pd2drz6d-N~9nURU5JlyMXv2ZiO5bAQ#/shared-invite/emailSubscribe to the Newsletter: https://www.silasmahner.com/ctnewslettersignupHMU on Twitter: @silasmahnerSupport the show: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/silasmahner__________We are proud to continue working with NextWave as our official show sponsor for this podcast. NextWave and all of its staff are highly motivated to advance the ClimateTech revolution and are constantly innovating ways that they can help affect that transition. From experts in the talent space to ESG experts, NextWave is taking on Climate and Social responsibility head-on and helping companies build great cultures that not only make the world a better place but also increase workplace satisfaction. Reach out to NextWave Partners today to learn more about how we might partner with you today. https://www.next-wavepartners.com/ / info@next-wavepartners.comSupport the show This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit cleantechies.substack.com/subscribe

Welcome back to a data-driven conversation with Priya Vijayakumar. Today we have a really fascinating discussion with Priya who is the CEO and Co-Founder of WattIQ which is an IoT company specifically focused on reducing climate impact through helping to find wasted energy and working with manufacturers to create better longer-lasting products. Our discussion covered a lot of topics surrounding IoT and our usual lines of questions plus a few new ones. Below you can find a general log of topics in chronological order. Intro to PriyaHer learning frameworkWhat WattIQ is doingGetting set upThe benefits of IoTManufacturers using data to improve their productsHow the tech worksPublicly available dataThe intersection of ESG and IoTBig areas for IoT growth Cyber security and IoTThe integration dilemma Using data in the procurement processThe regulation landscapeHow to get into IoTLearn the fundamentalsFinding your direction early in your careerClosing out_________WattIQ Website: wattiq.ioConnect with Priya on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/vijayakumarpriya/Check out our Sponsor, NextWave Partners: https://www.next-wavepartners.com/Join the Slack Channel:  https://cleantechies.slack.com/join/shared_invite/zt-pd2drz6d-N~9nURU5JlyMXv2ZiO5bAQ#/shared-invite/emailFollow us on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/clean-techies/HMU on Twitter: @silasmahnerSupport the show: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/silasmahner__________We are proud to continue working with NextWave as our official show sponsor for this podcast. NextWave and all of its staff are highly motivated to advance the ClimateTech revolution and are constantly innovating ways that they can help affect that transition. From experts in the talent space to ESG experts, NextWave is taking on Climate and Social responsibility head-on and helping companies build great cultures that not only make the world a better place but also increase workplace satisfaction. Reach out to NextWave Partners today to learn more about how we might partner with you today. https://www.next-wavepartners.com/ / info@next-wavepartners.comSupport the show This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit cleantechies.substack.com/subscribe

Today we have something really fascinating for you. We were joined by John King, CEO, and Founder of Hyperlight Energy. Hyperlight Energy has created a Concentrated Solar Power technology that allows for the cheapest electricity production according to NREL. And on top of that, they have identified a way to store months of energy using certain rock formations in the earth. This conversation covers their technology, many of John's thoughts about the future of the grid, and resiliency, and then we even talked about regulation issues, education, and general ideas behind entrepreneurship in the ClimateTech space post-CleanTech 1.0. Hyperlight Website: https://hyperlightenergy.com/Connect with John on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/john-d-h-king-700477/Check out our Sponsor, NextWave Partners: https://www.next-wavepartners.com/Join the Slack Channel:  https://cleantechies.slack.com/join/shared_invite/zt-pd2drz6d-N~9nURU5JlyMXv2ZiO5bAQ#/shared-invite/emailSubscribe to the Newsletter: https://www.silasmahner.com/ctnewslettersignupHMU on Twitter: @silasmahnerSupport the show: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/silasmahner__________We are proud to continue working with NextWave as our official show sponsor for this podcast. NextWave and all of its staff are highly motivated to advance the ClimateTech revolution and are constantly innovating ways that they can help affect that transition. From experts in the talent space to ESG experts, NextWave is taking on Climate and Social responsibility head-on and helping companies build great cultures that not only make the world a better place but also increase workplace satisfaction. Reach out to NextWave Partners today to learn more about how we might partner with you today. https://www.next-wavepartners.com/ / info@next-wavepartners.comSupport the show This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit cleantechies.substack.com/subscribe

Hope you are feeling curious today! We have an episode today about one of my favorite topics - the Grid. And joining us today is a grid expert, Bhaskar Ray. Bhaskar is someone that I've known for a while and who has always helped me to learn how the grid works throughout my recruitment work. In today's discussion, we go over...the history of the gridbasics about how the grid worksthe major challenges facing the grid currentlysome of the potential solutions going forwardBhaskar's predictions on what will happenthe potential role of bitcoin mining with the gridthe future of energy storageinnovation in the utility spaceAnd a whole lot more. We hope you enjoy today's episode as it is a super informative one if you're seeking to understand the basics of how the US power grid works. Connect with Bhaskar on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/bhaskar-ray-200b489/Check out our Sponsor, NextWave Partners: https://www.next-wavepartners.com/Join the Slack Channel:  https://cleantechies.slack.com/join/shared_invite/zt-pd2drz6d-N~9nURU5JlyMXv2ZiO5bAQ#/shared-invite/emailSubscribe to the Newsletter: https://www.silasmahner.com/ctnewslettersignupHMU on Twitter: @silasmahnerSupport the show: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/silasmahner__________We are proud to continue working with NextWave as our official show sponsor for this podcast. NextWave and all of its staff are highly motivated to advance the ClimateTech revolution and are constantly innovating ways that they can help affect that transition. From experts in the talent space to ESG experts, NextWave is taking on Climate and Social responsibility head-on and helping companies build great cultures that not only make the world a better place but also increase workplace satisfaction. Reach out to NextWave Partners today to learn more about how we might partner with you today. https://www.next-wavepartners.com/ / info@next-wavepartners.comSupport the show This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit cleantechies.substack.com/subscribe

Howdy 🤠  howdy 👋  and welcome back to another episode of CleanTechies the Podcast. Today our discussion is with Michael Luciani from Exponential Impact. Exponential Impact is a rolling syndicate that has come out of Climate Capital and C3. They are focused on investing in frontier technologies that have the potential to truly help save the world. Their belief is that regardless of the climate crisis we should be investing in these technologies since they are better anyways. From reducing costs to being more efficient to freeing up human capital, to finding new resources, it's just a better investment in our future. In this conversation we talked about ClimateTech Investing, Blockchain's role in the space, Education, the importance of investing in ClimateTech for governments, the role of Regulation and Government, and a whole lot more. Exponential Impact Website: https://exponentialimpact.xyz/Connect with Michael on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/michael-luciani/Check out our Sponsor, NextWave Partners: https://www.next-wavepartners.com/Join the Slack Channel:  https://cleantechies.slack.com/join/shared_invite/zt-pd2drz6d-N~9nURU5JlyMXv2ZiO5bAQ#/shared-invite/emailSubscribe to the Newsletter: https://www.silasmahner.com/ctnewslettersignupHMU on Twitter: @silasmahnerSupport the show: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/silasmahner__________We are proud to continue working with NextWave as our official show sponsor for this podcast. NextWave and all of its staff are highly motivated to advance the ClimateTech revolution and are constantly innovating ways that they can help affect that transition. From experts in the talent space to ESG experts, NextWave is taking on Climate and Social responsibility head-on and helping companies build great cultures that not only make the world a better place but also increase workplace satisfaction. Reach out to NextWave Partners today to learn more about how we might partner with you today. https://www.next-wavepartners.com/ / info@next-wavepartners.comSupport the show This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit cleantechies.substack.com/subscribe

Hopefully, this episode will charge you up ⚡️ 🚗 🔌 ! (we do love puns). Welcome back to another episode of the show. Today we are discussing EV Charging and a lot of the topics surrounding it with Zak Lefevre CEO and Founder of ChargeLab. Charge Lab is an EV Charging company that is primarily a software to manage EV charging in an efficient way that helps avoid large charges for breaking energy demand as well as other features to even off charging time during heavy usage. In addition, they are a marketplace for EV charging equipment. In this conversation, we discussed many things (as usual) from regulation to EV adoption, to the future of EV charging, to education. I hope you enjoy this episode! ChargeLab Website: https://www.chargelab.co/Connect with Zak on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/zaklefevre/ Check out our Sponsor, NextWave Partners: https://www.next-wavepartners.com/Join the Slack Channel:  https://cleantechies.slack.com/join/shared_invite/zt-pd2drz6d-N~9nURU5JlyMXv2ZiO5bAQ#/shared-invite/emailSubscribe to the Newsletter: https://www.silasmahner.com/ctnewslettersignupHMU on Twitter: @silasmahnerSupport the show: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/silasmahner__________We are proud to continue working with NextWave as our official show sponsor for this podcast. NextWave and all of its staff are highly motivated to advance the ClimateTech revolution and are constantly innovating ways that they can help affect that transition. From experts in the talent space to ESG experts, NextWave is taking on Climate and Social responsibility head-on and helping companies build great cultures that not only make the world a better place but also increase workplace satisfaction. Reach out to NextWave Partners today to learn more about how we might partner with you today. https://www.next-wavepartners.com/ / info@next-wavepartners.comSupport the show This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit cleantechies.substack.com/subscribe

Hello again!👋 Welcome to another episode. This week we are speaking with Aaron Berndt at Google Nest. The Google Nest thermostat allows homeowners to participate in their local utility's energy demand response programs which can save or earn them money. In this conversation, we discussed how much effect residential demand programs can have on creating a more resilient grid. We discussed the Google Nest product and its particulars and went through a number of other topics around education and regulation. We really hope you enjoy this conversation. Google Renew Website: https://nestrenew.google.com/welcome/Connect with Aaron on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/aaronberndt/Check out our Sponsor, NextWave Partners: https://www.next-wavepartners.com/Join the Slack Channel:  https://cleantechies.slack.com/join/shared_invite/zt-pd2drz6d-N~9nURU5JlyMXv2ZiO5bAQ#/shared-invite/emailSubscribe to the Newsletter: https://www.silasmahner.com/ctnewslettersignupHMU on Twitter: @silasmahnerSupport the show: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/silasmahner__________We are proud to continue working with NextWave as our official show sponsor for this podcast. NextWave and all of its staff are highly motivated to advance the ClimateTech revolution and are constantly innovating ways that they can help affect that transition. From experts in the talent space to ESG experts, NextWave is taking on Climate and Social responsibility head-on and helping companies build great cultures that not only make the world a better place but also increase workplace satisfaction. Reach out to NextWave Partners today to learn more about how we might partner with you today. https://www.next-wavepartners.com/ / info@next-wavepartners.comSupport the show This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit cleantechies.substack.com/subscribe

We hope you are hungry 🍎 because today we are discussing food waste with David Jackson from Winnow. Winnow is helping commercial kitchens reduce food waste through their easy install and low-cost AI technology that allows commercial kitchens to track waste and take the insights to the menu where they can plan better to reduce waste. All this helps reduce carbon emissions as well. This was a fascinating conversation in a topic that we have really not talked much about so we hope you enjoy it as much as we did. Please do share it with anyone that you think will be interested to learn more about this technology. Winnow website: https://www.winnowsolutions.com/Connect with David on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/davidshanejackson/Check out our Sponsor, NextWave Partners: https://www.next-wavepartners.com/Join the Slack Channel:  https://cleantechies.slack.com/join/shared_invite/zt-pd2drz6d-N~9nURU5JlyMXv2ZiO5bAQ#/shared-invite/emailSubscribe to the Newsletter: https://www.silasmahner.com/ctnewslettersignupHMU on Twitter: @silasmahnerSupport the show: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/silasmahner__________We are proud to continue working with NextWave as our official show sponsor for this podcast. NextWave and all of its staff are highly motivated to advance the ClimateTech revolution and are constantly innovating ways that they can help affect that transition. From experts in the talent space to ESG experts, NextWave is taking on Climate and Social responsibility head-on and helping companies build great cultures that not only make the world a better place but also increase workplace satisfaction. Reach out to NextWave Partners today to learn more about how we might partner with you today. https://www.next-wavepartners.com/ / info@next-wavepartners.comSupport the show This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit cleantechies.substack.com/subscribe