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Oct 26, 2023 • 44min

Scalability, Sustainability, and Cost Efficiency in Direct Air Capture (DAC) for CO2 Removal with Julian Turecek of AspiraDAC

Join Julian Turecek, CEO of AspiraDAC, as he discusses the scalability, sustainability, and cost efficiency of direct air capture (DAC) technology. Learn about AspiraDAC's innovative approach of integrating renewable energy supply with capture technology and their use of metal-organic frameworks as carbon absorbent materials. Julian also explores the challenges and opportunities in engineering and scaling DAC for CO2 removal, as well as offers advice on taking action in the climate industry.
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Oct 12, 2023 • 46min

How a User-Installable Heat Pump Can Decarbonize Apartment Buildings: Insights from Vince Romanin, CEO of Gradient

In this episode of Hardware to Save a Planet, Dylan welcomes Vince Romanin, CEO of Gradient, a company that plans to revolutionize the HVAC industry while protecting the environment. Join us as we discuss how window-mounted heat pumps will revolutionize the cooling industry with a climate-friendly solution. Learn how eliminating refrigerants can help protect the ozone layer and how adopting heat pump technology reduces your home's carbon footprint. The podcast is a must-listen for anyone interested in innovative and sustainable solutions to combat climate change.Vince is a self-professed thermo nerd who grew up in Ohio tinkering with motorcycle engines and model rockets. He has his Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering from the University of California at Berkeley. Vince is the Co-Founder and CEO of Gradient, formerly known as Treau, where he was also the CEO. Before Gradient, Vince worked in the Solar industry for over five years.Episode resourcesVince Romanin on LinkedInGradient websiteDylan Garrett on LinkedInSynapse websiteRate and review Hardware to Save a PlanetApple PodcastSpotifyRSSOne of the Top 10 Climate Tech Podcasts on the webHardware to Save a Planet is handcrafted by our friends over at: fame.soPrevious guests include: Peter Reinhardt of Charm Industrial, Carlos Araque of Quaise, Noah McQueen of Heirloom, Areeb Malik of Glacier, Jeff Satwicz of Bigbelly, Abe Schneider of Natel Energy, Insiya Jafferjee of Shellworks, Paul Gross of Remora, Erika Boeing of Accelerate Wind and Daniel Betts of Blue Frontier.Check out our three most downloaded episodes:A Sustainable Approach to Direct Air Capture with Noah McQueen, Head of Research & Co-Founder of HeirloomInnovative Waste Recycling: AI and Robotics with Areeb Malik, Co-founder of GlacierDeveloping an Environmentally-Friendly and Fish-Saving Hydropower Turbine with Abe Schneider, Co-founder and CTO of Natel EnergyIf you have an interesting hardware solution to the climate crisis and would like the opportunity to share this with our audience, please complete this Guest Application form: https://fame.so/syn
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Sep 28, 2023 • 44min

Robots to Reclaim Lumber: Bringing Circularity to the Construction Industry with Andrew Gillies from Urban Machine

Andrew Gillies, Co-Founder and CTO at Urban Machine, discusses their mission to reclaim wood waste in the construction industry through robotic technology. They explore the challenges of recycling lumber, the benefits of reclaimed lumber, and the potential scale of their operation. Andrew also shares his background as an engineer and entrepreneur in the robotics field.
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Sep 14, 2023 • 40min

Reframing Aluminum As a Sustainable Energy Source: Insights from Peter Godart, Co-Founder and CEO of Found Energy

In this episode of Hardware to Save a Planet, Dylan welcomes Peter Godart, Co-Founder and CEO of Found Energy, a company that turns aluminum into a source and carrier of carbon-free energy that competes with fossil fuels on price and energy density.  Join us as we delve into Found Energy’s innovative approach to generating carbon-free energy while tackling waste and recycling challenges and explore the potential of using aluminum as a sustainable energy source. Discover how Found Energy aims to revolutionize energy storage using recycled aluminum and reframing the aluminum supply chain.Peter Godart is the Co-Founder and CEO of Found Energy and a Postdoctoral researcher. Paul is on a mission to address the climate crisis by turning waste materials into carbon-free energy while maintaining the energy density of fossil fuels. Episode resourcesPeter Godart on LinkedInFound Energy  websiteDylan Garrett on LinkedInSynapse websiteRate and review Hardware to Save a PlanetApple PodcastSpotifyRSSHardware to Save a Planet is handcrafted by our friends over at: fame.soPrevious guests include: Peter Reinhardt of Charm Industrial, Carlos Araque of Quaise, Noah McQueen of Heirloom, Areeb Malik of Glacier, Jeff Satwicz of Bigbelly, Abe Schneider of Natel Energy, Insiya Jafferjee of Shellworks, Paul Gross of Remora, Erika Boeing of Accelerate Wind and Daniel Betts of Blue Frontier.Check out our three most downloaded episodes:A Sustainable Approach to Direct Air Capture with Noah McQueen, Head of Research & Co-Founder of HeirloomInnovative Waste Recycling: AI and Robotics with Areeb Malik, Co-founder of GlacierDeveloping an Environmentally-Friendly and Fish-Saving Hydropower Turbine with Abe Schneider, Co-founder and CTO of Natel EnergyIf you have an interesting hardware solution to the climate crisis and would like the opportunity to share this with our audience, please complete this Guest Application form: https://fame.so/syn
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Aug 31, 2023 • 42min

Using Efficient Heat Pumps to Cut CO2 Emissions with Paul Lambert, Founder and CEO of Quilt

Paul Lambert, Founder and CEO of Quilt, discusses using ductless heat pumps to reduce CO2 emissions by 50%. Topics include tackling climate change with energy-efficient solutions, comparing ductless vs. central HVAC systems, hardware development, and creating a sustainable future.
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Aug 17, 2023 • 46min

Turning Plants into Living Sensors: Making Farming More Sustainable with Shely Aronov, Founder and CEO of InnerPlant

Shely Aronov, Founder and CEO of InnerPlant, discusses using plants as living sensors to improve agriculture. They cover topics like detecting plant health, reducing chemical usage, and balancing agricultural yield with social impact and environmental sustainability.
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Aug 3, 2023 • 46min

Decarbonizing Heating and Housing Spaces: A Conversation with Jane Melia, Co-Founder and CEO of Harvest

In this episode of Hardware to Save a Planet, Dylan is joined by Dr. Jane Melia, Co-Founder and CEO of Harvest Thermal, a company providing heating solutions for your home that cuts your carbon footprint by 90% while cutting a third of your energy bill. Join us as we take a closer look at Harvest’s innovative solution that reduces your home's carbon emissions by using heat pumps and thermal batteries to deliver heating and hot water using clean and affordable electricity. Dr. Jane also touches on comfort benefits, load shifting, and partnerships that make Harvest Thermal's system accessible and impactful. Dr. Jane Melia is the Co-Founder and CEO of Harvest Thermal. The company has won multiple awards for its sustainable initiatives, including the 2022 Verge Accelerate All Category and the 2023 Edison Award Silver Medal. Dr. Jane is an experienced start-up executive and business leader who thrives on bringing innovative products to market and accelerating change.Episode resourcesDr. Jane Melia on LinkedInHarvest Thermal WebsiteDylan Garrett on LinkedInSynapse WebsiteRate and review Hardware to Save a PlanetApple PodcastSpotifyRSSHardware to Save a Planet is handcrafted by our friends over at: fame.soPrevious guests include: Peter Reinhardt of Charm Industrial, Carlos Araque of Quaise, Noah McQueen of Heirloom, Areeb Malik of Glacier, Jeff Satwicz of Bigbelly, Abe Schneider of Natel Energy, Insiya Jafferjee of Shellworks, Paul Gross of Remora, Erika Boeing of Accelerate Wind and Daniel Betts of Blue Frontier.Check out our three most downloaded episodes:A Sustainable Approach to Direct Air Capture with Noah McQueen, Head of Research & Co-Founder of HeirloomInnovative Waste Recycling: AI and Robotics with Areeb Malik, Co-founder of GlacierDeveloping an Environmentally-Friendly and Fish-Saving Hydropower Turbine with Abe Schneider, Co-founder and CTO of Natel EnergyIf you have an interesting hardware solution to the climate crisis and would like the opportunity to share this with our audience, please complete this Guest Application form: https://fame.so/syn
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Jul 20, 2023 • 46min

Improving Wastewater Treatment to Reduce Greenhouse Gas Emissions with Patrick Kiely, CEO of Sentry

In this episode of Hardware to Save a Planet, Dylan is joined by Patrick Kiely, CEO of Sentry, a biological activity and water quality monitoring sensor platform. The conversation pivots around improving wastewater treatment in the context of climate change. We discuss the importance of reliable water quality data to optimize the water treatment process and how Sentry's sensor platform measures the health of bacteria in wastewater environments. Patrick also highlights the potential of wastewater treatment plants to become net-positive energy generators through biogas.Patrick is the CEO of Sentry and an environmental microbiologist with over 15 years of experience in molecular microbiology, microbial ecology, and next-generation wastewater / bio-energy applications. He is passionate about the environment and improving the world through smarter water and wastewater treatment decisions. Patrick believes that when leveraged appropriately, the power of competitive thought and processes can be the key to enabling a better environment for all. Episode resourcesPatrick Kiely on LinkedInSentry WebsiteDylan Garrett on LinkedInSynapse WebsiteRate and review Hardware to Save a PlanetApple PodcastSpotifyRSSHardware to Save a Planet is handcrafted by our friends over at: fame.soPrevious guests include: Peter Reinhardt of Charm Industrial, Carlos Araque of Quaise, Noah McQueen of Heirloom, Areeb Malik of Glacier, Jeff Satwicz of Bigbelly, Abe Schneider of Natel Energy, Insiya Jafferjee of Shellworks, Paul Gross of Remora, Erika Boeing of Accelerate Wind and Daniel Betts of Blue Frontier.Check out our three most downloaded episodes:A Sustainable Approach to Direct Air Capture with Noah McQueen, Head of Research & Co-Founder of HeirloomInnovative Waste Recycling: AI and Robotics with Areeb Malik, Co-founder of GlacierDeveloping an Environmentally-Friendly and Fish-Saving Hydropower Turbine with Abe Schneider, Co-founder and CTO of Natel EnergyIf you have an interesting hardware solution to the climate crisis and would like the opportunity to share this with our audience, please complete this Guest Application form: https://fame.so/syn
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Jul 6, 2023 • 45min

Using Ocean Alkalinity Enhancement for Carbon Removal with Mike Kelland, CEO of Planetary

In this episode of Hardware to Save a Planet, Dylan is joined by Mike Kelland, CEO of Planetary. The company has an award-winning solution to implement Ocean Alkalinity Enhancement (OAE) for removing one billion tonnes of atmospheric CO2 by 2045. Join us as we delve into enhancing ocean alkalinity, the potential benefits of reducing ocean acidity, and the challenges faced in addressing climate change. This engaging conversation offers valuable insights into the urgent need to protect marine ecosystems and the potential of clean technologies in combating climate change.Mike describes himself as a 20-year veteran of entrepreneurship in the sustainability space, and he is a serial founder with successful exits behind him. Mike is a qualified electrical engineer on a mission to remove one gigaton (a billion tonnes) of atmospheric CO2 annually by 2045!Episode Resources:Mike Kelland on LinkedInPlanetary WebsiteSynapse WebsiteRate and Review Hardware to Save a Planet:Apple PodcastSpotifyRSSHardware to Save a Planet is handcrafted by our friends over at: fame.soPrevious guests include: Peter Reinhardt of Charm Industrial, Carlos Araque of Quaise, Noah McQueen of Heirloom, Areeb Malik of Glacier, Jeff Satwicz of Bigbelly, Abe Schneider of Natel Energy, Insiya Jafferjee of Shellworks, Paul Gross of Remora, Erika Boeing of Accelerate Wind and Daniel Betts of Blue Frontier.Check out our three most downloaded episodes:A Sustainable Approach to Direct Air Capture with Noah McQueen, Head of Research & Co-Founder of HeirloomInnovative Waste Recycling: AI and Robotics with Areeb Malik, Co-founder of GlacierDeveloping an Environmentally-Friendly and Fish-Saving Hydropower Turbine with Abe Schneider, Co-founder and CTO of Natel EnergyIf you have an interesting hardware solution to the climate crisis and would like the opportunity to share this with our audience, please complete this Guest Application form: https://fame.so/syn
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Jun 22, 2023 • 45min

Using Insect Farming for a Sustainable Supply of Protein for Feedstock with Paul Hillmann, CTO at ENTOCYCLE

In this episode of Hardware to Save a Planet, Dylan is joined by Paul Hillman, CTO at Entocycle, one of the UK’s leading providers of insect farming technology, to provide a sustainable supply of protein. They discuss the potential of using black soldier flies as a sustainable source of protein for animal feed, as well as the importance of working with nature and biology to create sustainable solutions. Paul is a versatile Mechanical Engineer with management experience across multiple departments in developed and emerging economies. His background is in optomechanical and industrial design, and he has led and worked in dynamic, innovative teams in complex multi-skilled engineering projects. Episode Resources:Paul Hillman on LinkedInEntocycle WebsiteHardware to Save a Planet PodcastDylan Garrett on LinkedInSynapse WebsiteRate and Review Hardware to Save a Planet:Apple PodcastSpotifyRSSHardware to Save a Planet is handcrafted by our friends over at: fame.soPrevious guests include: Peter Reinhardt of Charm Industrial, Carlos Araque of Quaise, Noah McQueen of Heirloom, Areeb Malik of Glacier, Jeff Satwicz of Bigbelly, Abe Schneider of Natel Energy, Insiya Jafferjee of Shellworks, Paul Gross of Remora, Erika Boeing of Accelerate Wind and Daniel Betts of Blue Frontier.Check out our three most downloaded episodes:A Sustainable Approach to Direct Air Capture with Noah McQueen, Head of Research & Co-Founder of HeirloomInnovative Waste Recycling: AI and Robotics with Areeb Malik, Co-founder of GlacierDeveloping an Environmentally-Friendly and Fish-Saving Hydropower Turbine with Abe Schneider, Co-founder and CTO of Natel EnergyIf you have an interesting hardware solution to the climate crisis and would like the opportunity to share this with our audience, please complete this Guest Application form: https://fame.so/syn

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