E293: Mining, Mobility & Megawatts: SANY Group’s Bold Energy Play
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Description: In this episode, our guest is Stanley Choi, a dynamic leader at SANY Group Australia, a global OEM driving electrification in heavy industry and infrastructure. Stanley shares insights into how SANY is delivering complete energy and transport solutions—from electric mining trucks to autonomous factories producing EVs in under 10 minutes. He discusses how SANY’s off-grid power systems are helping decarbonize mining operations in Australia and South Africa, leveraging in-house solar, battery, and wind technologies. Stanley also highlights the challenges and opportunities for...
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E292: Coal to Control: Australia’s People-Led Energy Transition
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In this episode, our guest is Stephanie Bashir, Founder and CEO of Nexa Advisory. With over two decades of experience in Australia’s energy sector, Stephanie shares a compelling vision for a consumer-driven clean energy future. From rooftop solar and home batteries to commercial-scale renewables and regulatory reform, she unpacks the big shifts reshaping Australia's energy market. Stephanie discusses the phasing out of coal, barriers to transmission upgrades, the equity implications of fixed network charges, and how electric vehicles and household storage are redefining the role of...
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E291: Future of Free Electricity, Rooftop Solar and Batteries
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In this episode, our returning guest is Tim Buckley, Director of Climate Energy Finance, and a leading voice in Australia’s clean energy transition. Tim shares a passionate and data-driven overview of how rooftop solar, home batteries, and EVs are transforming Australia’s energy landscape. He discusses record-breaking renewable penetration, the game-changing impact of battery subsidies, and the economics of solar that now defy fossil-fuel logic. Tim also emphasizes energy equity—highlighting policies aimed at helping renters and low-income households access clean energy, including a...
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E290: Power, People, and Partnership: Responsible Development
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In this episode, our guest is Curtis S. Chin, former U.S. Ambassador to the Asian Development Bank and current Asia Fellow at the Milken Institute. With deep experience spanning diplomacy, finance, and sustainable development, Curtis shares insights on Asia’s energy future, the balance of access and innovation, and why responsible development must focus on “People, Planet, and Partnership.” He reflects on his days at the ADB, the need for localized energy solutions like micro-hydro and solar, and why maintenance—not just installation—is critical for long-term success. The...
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E289: From Cheap Solar to Green Molecule
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In this episode, our guest is Massimiliano Cervo, who shares clear and practical insights on how the Middle East is approaching the energy transition. He discusses the growing role of renewables, the importance of balancing the energy trilemma, and why diversification—not a single technology—is key. Massimiliano also breaks down where hydrogen truly makes economic sense and how policy, carbon pricing, and mandates will shape future energy systems. Please join to find more: Connect with Sohail Hasnie:
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E288: Clean Shipping with Solar & Biofuels
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In this episode, our guest is Hans-Henning Judek, a German-born, Japan-based lawyer, economist, and energy innovator who has spent over two decades pioneering renewable energy solutions. From early work in maritime wind propulsion and biofuels to his recent ventures in microwave-assisted biofuel production and floating solar technology, Hans-Henning shares a remarkable journey across continents and disciplines. He explains how lignocellulosic biomass—such as rice straw and sugarcane bagasse—can be converted into carbon-neutral marine gas oil, offering a sustainable alternative to heavy...
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E287: The Hydrogen Illusion: Real Costs, Real Consequences
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In this episode, our guest is Michael Sura, a passionate engineer and energy expert with decades of experience in gas transit and hydrogen research. Drawing from his time managing large-scale natural gas operations and early hydrogen experiments, Michael offers an honest, technically grounded reality check on the hydrogen hype dominating today's energy discourse. He challenges the feasibility of hydrogen as a transport fuel, breaks down the economic and safety pitfalls of converting hydrogen into ammonia, and critiques misguided green shipping solutions. Michael also shares sharp insights into...
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E286: Driving E-Mobility in the Philippines
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In this episode, our guest is Dr. Jose Bienvenido Manuel M. Biona, Executive Director of the Electric Vehicle Association of the Philippines (EVAP) and the Enrique Razon Logistics Institute at De La Salle University. Dr. Biona dives deep into the current state and future of electric mobility in the Philippines—from key policy breakthroughs like the Electric Vehicle Industry Development Act to the practical challenges of financing and retrofitting. He shares valuable insights on incentive strategies for EV manufacturers, the growing market for electric public transport, and the role of...
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E285: Smart EV Policies: What’s Working and Why
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In this episode, our guest is Jaap Burger, a leading voice on EV smart charging and consumer energy flexibility. Based in Brussels and focused on EU policy on EVs, Jaap unpacks how electric vehicles, bi-directional charging, and automation are transforming consumers from passive users into active participants in the energy transition. We discussed: Why Norway’s EV policy is more about smart taxation than subsidies; how Vehicle-to-Grid (V2G) technology is moving from theory to large-scale deployment; the impact of thermal waste from ICE vehicles on urban heat; and the role of automation...
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E284: Diesel to Electric: EV Retrofit Option
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In this episode, our guest is Daisy Vardy, co-founder of ForeseEnergy, a 100% minority women-owned cleantech EPC company based in British Columbia. Daisy shares her company’s inspiring journey and mission to decarbonize transportation by retrofitting diesel fleets—from mining trucks and postal vans to tugboats and cranes—with state-of-the-art electric drive systems and battery swapping technologies. She discusses how their end-to-end solutions extend the life of vehicles, reduce emissions, and lower operational costs by up to 90%. Daisy also explains how ForeseEnergy is leading...
info_outlineIn this episode, our guest is Jaap Burger, a leading voice on EV smart charging and consumer energy flexibility. Based in Brussels and focused on EU policy on EVs, Jaap unpacks how electric vehicles, bi-directional charging, and automation are transforming consumers from passive users into active participants in the energy transition.
We discussed: Why Norway’s EV policy is more about smart taxation than subsidies; how Vehicle-to-Grid (V2G) technology is moving from theory to large-scale deployment; the impact of thermal waste from ICE vehicles on urban heat; and the role of automation in unlocking flexible demand at scale; and how energy communities and equitable access can democratize electrification
Jaap also touches on energy-efficient cooking, smart home innovations, and why well-insulated homes matter more than ever in the age of renewables. With passion and clarity, he paints a compelling picture of a user-centric, decentralized energy system—and how we all have a role to play.
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