E245: Beyond Green Labels: Rethinking Agriculture from Soil to Shelf
Release Date: 06/27/2025
E247: Private Banking in China’s EV Surge
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In this episode, our guest is Sonya Song, a seasoned private banking professional with 17 years of experience spanning Zurich, Beijing, and Singapore. Sonya shares unique insights into China's booming electric vehicle (EV) market, highlighting her views on leading players like BYD and Tesla. She discusses how private banks support ultra-high-net-worth clients with structured investment products and the growing influence of AI and automation on wealth management and everyday life. The conversation also explores ESG investments, China's progress in EV infrastructure, and the social implications...
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E246: Powering the Future: Rooftops to Electro States
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In this episode, our guest is Grant McDowell, a visionary entrepreneur and advocate for democratizing access to clean energy. Grant shares his 18-year journey—from dreaming of remote solar matching in Marrickville to launching “Adopt a Panel” in Italy, enabling urban households to access cheaper renewable energy. He discusses the technical and regulatory challenges of integrating solar, batteries, and V2G technologies, the looming transformation from centralised to distributed grids, and the vital need to simplify energy access for consumers. Grant also highlights the rise of the...
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E245: Beyond Green Labels: Rethinking Agriculture from Soil to Shelf
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In this episode, our guests are Sahil Nair and Pauline Smout, both sustainability consultants based in the Netherlands. They delve into the complexities of sustainable agriculture, highlighting how responsible sourcing, water use, and land conversion are critical to long-term ecological health. Pauline discusses her work bringing together banks, supermarkets, and farmer organisations to align on sustainability KPIs, while Sahil explains the challenges in traceability and impact measurement in global agricultural supply chains like coffee, cacao, and soy. Together, they explore the interplay...
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E244: Is Australia Ready to Export Power from EVs to the Grid?
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In this episode, our guest panel explores the opportunities and barriers to Vehicle-to-Grid (V2G) technology in Australia. We dive into policy frameworks, utility business models, customer behavior, and the technical potential of V2G to help stabilize the grid, lower energy costs, and accelerate EV adoption. The discussion brings together experts from across the energy and transport sectors to unpack what’s working, what’s not, and what must change to unlock V2G at scale. Please join to find more. Connect with Sohail Hasnie:
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E243: Plug-and-Play Hydro: A New Era of Clean Power
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In this episode, our guest is Emily Morris, Founder and CEO of Emrgy, a company pioneering modular hydropower systems that bring clean, continuous electricity to remote and underserved communities. Emily explains how her technology integrates water stewardship, floating solar, and energy storage to build decentralized microgrids that don't require new transmission infrastructure. From projects in New Zealand and the US to ambitious global expansion, we explore how Emrgy's plug-and-play turbines are changing the way power is delivered — and how this model empowers rural economies, women...
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E242: What to Expect from Solar and Storage by 2030
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In this episode, our guest is Sonia Dunlop, CEO of the Global Solar Council. Sonia shares an energising update on the rapid rise of solar PV and battery storage, outlining how the world is racing toward 700 GW of annual solar installations and aiming for 8 TW by 2030. She highlights rooftop solar as a game changer for resilience, the role of micro-entrepreneurs in Africa and Asia, and why the cost of solar plus storage opens new doors for climate adaptation, economic productivity, and social equity. From portable lanterns to 5 GW solar farms, Sonia explains how modular solar solutions are...
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E241: Cracking the Code of V2G in Australia
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In this episode, our guest is Riccardo Pagliarrella, a dynamic force in the world of electric mobility and distributed energy. With a background in motorsports and nearly two decades of experience in vehicle electrification, Riccardo offers deep insights into the future of Vehicle-to-Grid (V2G) technology. He discusses Australia's unique position as a market ripe for V2G adoption, while also shedding light on the regulatory, technical, and social hurdles that must be addressed. Riccardo also explores the role of standards like ISO 15118, the challenges in consumer adoption, and the evolving...
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E240: Scaling Solar Recycling: From Melbourne to the World
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In this episode, Anthony Vippond shares his journey from installing off-grid solar systems in the early '90s to pioneering large-scale solar panel recycling. Seeing a major gap in the industry, his company developed an advanced process to recover 98% of materials from discarded panels. He discusses the global need for sustainable recycling, government interest in his technology, and the financial challenges of scaling the operation. Anthony also dived into the potential of nano-silicon, a high-value byproduct from recycled panels, which could revolutionise battery storage. With...
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E239: Longevity, Labs, and the Mind-Body Link
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In this episode, our guest is Dr. Taher Saif, Professor at the University of Illinois and a pioneering researcher whose unconventional path took him from civil engineering to biomedical breakthroughs. Dr. Saif shares a fascinating journey through academia and research—from nanotech in electrical engineering to fertility diagnostics, and ultimately to cutting-edge cancer and longevity research. He discusses how mechanical forces in tumours impact cancer treatment, how lab-grown patient tumours could personalise therapies, and how simple lifestyle habits like brisk walking can regenerate brain...
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E238: Australia’s EV Shift: Policy, Power, and Opportunity
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In this episode, our guest is Ross De Rango, former Head of Energy and Infrastructure at the Electric Vehicle Council and a leading voice in Australia’s EV transition. Ross breaks down the policies driving EV adoption, the pivotal role of home charging, and the emerging power of vehicle-to-grid (V2G) integration. He shares sharp insights on the challenges and opportunities of electrifying transport, and how the changing grid can shape the energy future. The discussion also touches on fairness in energy access, potential for EV manufacturing in Australia, and the importance of supporting...
info_outlineIn this episode, our guests are Sahil Nair and Pauline Smout, both sustainability consultants based in the Netherlands. They delve into the complexities of sustainable agriculture, highlighting how responsible sourcing, water use, and land conversion are critical to long-term ecological health. Pauline discusses her work bringing together banks, supermarkets, and farmer organisations to align on sustainability KPIs, while Sahil explains the challenges in traceability and impact measurement in global agricultural supply chains like coffee, cacao, and soy. Together, they explore the interplay between food, energy, and water systems and advocate for a return to first principles thinking to drive meaningful change.
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