E204: How Battery Innovation is Shaping our Future
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In this episode, our guest is Stefan Wolf, a thought leader in battery innovation from VDI/VDE Innovation + Technik. Stefan discusses the evolving landscape of battery technology, Europe's ambitions, regulatory framework, and the push for sustainable and secure supply chains. He also sheds light on the interface between policy, industry, and innovation and how these dynamics drive the development of gigafactories and energy storage solutions across Europe. Connect with Sohail Hasnie:
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E203: Energy Access and Sustainability in Afghanistan
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In this episode, our guest is Nilofar Ghazanfar, a leading entrepreneur from Afghanistan working in renewable energy. Nilofar discusses her journey in creating energy access for communities, particularly focusing on empowering Afghan women through sustainable energy solutions. She highlights the challenges and opportunities of building a clean energy future in Afghanistan and how renewable energy is key to driving economic growth and social progress. Please join to find more: Connect with Sohail Hasnie:
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E202: Turning Waste into Energy with Anaerobic Digestion
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In this episode, our guest is David Ellis, Founder of Azura Associates and an expert in anaerobic digestion and waste-to-energy solutions. David discusses how anaerobic digestion transforms food waste and other organic material into energy, reducing landfill waste and creating valuable by-products. He shares insights on bioenergy projects for communities and businesses, the technology’s role in carbon reduction, and the economic opportunities for sustainable waste management. Please join us to find more. Connect with Sohail Hasnie:
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E201: Plug-and-Play Energy Storage: A Game Changer
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In this episode, our guest is Satish Hrit, Founder of SparkCraft, a startup focused on transforming energy storage. Satish discusses Sparkcraft’s innovative plug-and-play battery solution designed to make energy storage accessible and practical for residential use. He shares insights into overcoming technical and regulatory challenges, and how battery innovation is key to achieving sustainable energy goals. Connect with Sohail Hasnie:
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E200: Renewable Energy and Infrastructure in the Pacific
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In this episode, our guest is Robert Guild, Team Leader of the Pacific Region Infrastructure Facility. Robert discusses the incredible opportunities in renewable energy, solar power, battery storage, and electric vehicles across the Pacific. He shares insights into the region's infrastructure development pipeline, which includes a $9 billion investment over the next five years, and highlights how technology and local participation are transforming the Pacific’s energy landscape. Link to ADB’s PRIF website: https://www.theprif.org/ Connect with Sohail Hasnie:
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E199: A Simple, Game-changing EV Charging Solution
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In this episode, our guest is David Sirieix, a visionary entrepreneur who is revolutionizing electric vehicle charging with his innovative flat cable technology. David shares his journey in solving practical problems with EV charging, (making some sensible remarks that u will not want to miss ?) from addressing public safety concerns to making EV charging more accessible. He also discusses the challenges of legislation, public acceptance, and the potential global market for this breakthrough product. Connect with Sohail Hasnie:
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E198: Boosting EV Adoption Through Strong Policies
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In this episode, our guest is Jamie Leather, Director of the Transport Group at the Asian Development Bank. Jamie shares insights on the progress and challenges in accelerating electric vehicle adoption across Asia. He discusses the role of strong government policies, financing, and partnerships in driving the transition from internal combustion engines to electric vehicles, with a focus on public transport and infrastructure development. He also highlights some of ADB's interesting projects and explains the sources of grants and concessional funding for which such projects can qualify. ...
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E197: A Young Entrepreneur’s Vision for EVs in Bangladesh
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In this episode, our guest is Nicole Mao, co-founder and CEO of Tiger New Energy. Nicole discusses how her company transforms mobility in Bangladesh by introducing affordable lithium battery swapping services for electric tricycles. She shares insights into the challenges and opportunities in the EV market in emerging economies. She explains how battery swapping is a key driver for EV adoption in regions like Bangladesh. Connect with Sohail Hasnie:
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E196: The Shifting Mindset on Electric Vehicles and Clean Energy
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In this episode, our guest is Carlos Santamaria, a senior editor at Horizon Engage, a political risk consultancy for energy companies. Carlos, a former geopolitical journalist, shares his insights into the rapid shift towards electric vehicles and the future of energy storage. He discusses typical consumer perspectives, including the challenges of integrating EVs into the grid, the role of battery technology in balancing energy supply, and the global push toward cleaner transport solutions. Carlos also highlights the importance of policies and innovation in shaping the future of sustainable...
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E195: How Rooftop Solar and Batteries Are Changing the Game
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In this episode, our guest is Jess Hunt, an energy transition guru from South Australia. We learn how South Australia has dramatically changed the renewable energy and battery landscape, focusing on integrating rooftop solar, battery storage, and the potential for energy independence. Jess shares insights on dynamic pricing and the role of distributed energy in shaping the future of sustainable energy systems. Please join to find more. Connect with Sohail Hasnie:
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