

Currents
Norton Rose Fulbright
Currents is a podcast published by Norton Rose Fulbright that features in-depth discussions on the latest developments in project finance. The podcast is hosted by partner Todd Alexander, who interviews key business leaders and policy makers to investigate important trends affecting the energy and infrastructure space.
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Apr 26, 2024 • 14min
Ep247: Solar Module Petition Update
Stefan Reisinger from Norton Rose Fulbright discusses the solar module petition update, including implications for the industry, nuances of import types, potential duties imposition, timeline of tariff process, and strategies for navigating uncertainties in solar imports.

Apr 18, 2024 • 21min
Ep246: Developing Solar on Variable Terrain
Yezin Taha, CEO of Nevados, joins us to discuss the increasing demand for developing non-flat land for utility-scale solar projects, the challenges and costs involved, and the technology Nevados uses when working on variable terrain.

Apr 11, 2024 • 22min
Ep245: Renewable Properties President on the CPUC’s Community Solar Proposal
Aaron Halimi, founder and president of Renewable Properties, joins us to discuss how a proposed decision by the California Public Utilities Commission could affect community solar projects.

Apr 4, 2024 • 27min
Ep244: BrightNight CEO on Investing in Renewable Energy
Martin Hermann, CEO of BrightNight, discusses investing in renewable energy projects, grid inefficiencies, AI's impact on clean energy, joint venture expansion with Cordilio Power, growth opportunities in renewable energy markets.

Mar 21, 2024 • 21min
Ep243: John Cockerill on hydrogen electrolyzers
Exploring John Cockerill's expertise in green hydrogen production, highlighting their robust technology and performance guarantees. Discussing the challenges and opportunities in the hydrogen transition, emphasizing collaboration and sustainability in the industry.

Mar 14, 2024 • 23min
Ep242: MUFG Managing Director on the Project Finance Renewables Loan Market
MUFG Managing Director, Beth Waters, discusses the renewable project finance market, growth areas like battery storage and solar projects, challenges faced by developers, strategies for portfolio management, market flex provisions, wind tower wake effects, and the impact of US elections on renewables and infrastructure

Mar 6, 2024 • 29min
Ep241: Trump and the IRA
Veteran Washington insiders discuss the implications of Trump's presidency on the Inflation Reduction Act, including potential changes to IRA provisions, challenges for the incoming administration, regulatory impact of the Biden administration, and Trump's tax policy and legislative updates.

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Feb 8, 2024 • 25min
Ep240: Anza CEO on Solar Procurement
Mike Hall, CEO of Anza Renewables, discusses solar procurement, optimization, ranking tables for suppliers, data-driven decision-making, risk-sharing in procurement, and advice for successful project development in the solar industry.

Feb 1, 2024 • 26min
Ep239: Nomura’s Vinod Mukani on the state of the commercial bank market
Vinod Mukani from Nomura Securities talks about the state of the commercial bank market and Nomura's success with development loan facilities. Topics include strategic positioning in the US market, navigating devco facilities in commercial banking, advice for aspiring business professionals, and emphasizing conviction in investment decisions.

Jan 25, 2024 • 21min
Ep238: Tariff Moratorium Update
Stefan Reisinger, partner at Norton Rose Fulbright's Washington office, provides an update on the tariff moratorium for solar modules imported from Vietnam, Malaysia, Thailand, and Cambodia. He discusses the recent lawsuit challenging the moratorium, its implications, and the outlook for importers. Super Bowl predictions are also shared.


