Energypreneurs

In this episode, our guest is Guillaume Rémy, who explains how carbon credits can accelerate electric mobility adoption and unlock new revenue streams. We explore Article 6 carbon markets, EV monetization strategies, and how climate finance can support scalable, low-carbon transport solutions in emerging markets. Connect with Sohail Hasnie: Facebook @sohailhasnie X (Twitter) @shasnie LinkedIn @sha...

In this episode, our guest is Jay Gordon, discussing Australia's shift from gas to electricity, driven by rising costs, energy security, and net zero goals. He explores electrification, rooftop solar, batteries, and EVs, and how households are becoming key players in the clean energy transition. Connect with Sohail Hasnie: Facebook @sohailhasnie X (Twitter) @shasnie LinkedIn @shasnie ADB Blog Soha...

In this episode, our host Sohail Hasnie delivers a powerful monologue on how today's energy crisis can be turned into a policy opportunity. Drawing on his experience across Asia, he outlines ten urgent actions—from smart fuel rationing and efficient mobility to rapid solar deployment and transport electrification. Sohail highlights the risks of heavy dependence on imported oil and makes the case f...

What does it really take to deliver a cross-border energy project? In this episode of Energypreneurs, I share the untold story behind the Asian Development Bank–financed West Kalimantan–Sarawak transmission line — a project that took seven years, dozens of stakeholders, and relentless persistence to bring to life. This is not a technical discussion. It's a human story. From early skepticism and mi...

In this episode, our guest is Nicole Mao, Co-Founder and CEO of a fast-growing EV battery swapping company. She shares how battery-as-a-service is transforming electric mobility in Bangladesh and beyond—reducing costs, eliminating charging downtime, and enabling scalable EV adoption in emerging markets. Nicole also discusses global expansion into the Middle East and Pakistan, the shift from climat...

In this episode, our guest is Syed Haseeb Hassan, an EV charging expert and automotive industry analyst based in Germany. We explore how electric vehicle (EV) charging infrastructure is evolving—from home EV chargers and AC wall boxes to ultra-fast DC charging stations and megawatt charging technology. Haseeb explains the different EV charging levels, public charging networks in Europe, charging c...

"The era of the power station is ending." In this episode, John Noonan explains how rooftop solar, batteries, and distributed energy are reshaping the grid, and why South Australia is already proving it can work. Connect with Sohail Hasnie: Facebook @sohailhasnie X (Twitter) @shasnie LinkedIn @shasnie ADB Blog Sohail Hasnie YouTube @energypreneurs

In this episode, our guest is Manav (CEO), Alpna and Adwitya—the co-founding team—of Driven, who are tackling one of the biggest barriers to electrifying heavy transport: financing. They explain how Driven enables fleet operators to adopt electric buses and trucks through a leasing model, bundling vehicles, charging infrastructure, and service guarantees. The conversation explores why heavy vehicl...

In this episode, our guest is Neal Moore, a communication coach, writer, and actor who helps professionals and organisations tell better stories for business impact. Neal shares insights on personal branding, explaining why job titles are less important than clearly communicating the value you bring to others. We discuss how storytelling, thoughtful use of LinkedIn, and consistent value-sharing ca...

In this episode, our guest is Frank Haugwitz, a long-time China energy expert who has witnessed firsthand the country's transformation into the world's clean energy powerhouse. Frank explains how early rural solar programs, strong industrial policy, global demand, and relentless competition helped China dominate solar manufacturing and deployment. He shares insights into China's risk-taking cultur...

In this episode, our guest is Robert Stewart, founder of Collective Power Boroondara, Melbourne, Australia, who explores how the energy transition must go beyond technology to focus on people and relationships. As solar, batteries, and EVs transform households into both producers and consumers, Robert argues the grid is becoming a shared community asset. He explains why many households are on the...

In this episode, our guest is Bruce Mountain, Director of the Victoria Energy Policy Centre at Victoria University in Melbourne. With over three decades in energy economics and policy, Bruce shares sharp insights into how distributed solar, batteries, and EVs are reshaping the electricity market. We discuss the rapid fall in battery costs, the growing possibility of grid defection, and whether tra...

In this 300th episode of Energypreneurs, I do a solo monologue reflecting on why I started the podcast during COVID and what I have learned over five years and 300 conversations. I share how podcasting has helped me clarify my thinking on climate, electric vehicles, batteries, and clean energy policy, while building a strong global network of founders, engineers, and investors. I also explain why...

In this episode, our guest is Karl Nolles, an energy economist and former system control operator with experience spanning academia, banking, and government.   Karl shares lessons from early carbon markets, integrating solar and batteries into isolated grids, and the technical realities of synthetic inertia and system stability. We discuss policy intervention, regulatory risk, behind-the-meter opt...

In this episode, our guest is Megan Fisher, CEO and Director of Energy Lab, a startup support organisation helping climate tech founders build and scale solutions for decarbonisation. Megan explains how Energy Lab backs entrepreneurs from idea stage to international growth through accelerator programs, mentors and investors, with examples ranging from grid software and virtual power plants to sola...

In this episode, our guest is Omar Riahi, an EV influencer, author, and customer experience lead at Percepta. Omar shares his personal journey from skeptic to passionate advocate, revealing how EVs are transforming not just transportation, but the entire energy landscape. We discuss the evolution of customer adoption, the economics of vehicle-to-grid systems, and the global momentum toward electri...

In this episode, our guest is Bill Shevlin, CEO of Clearbook Energy Solutions and a returning voice to the show. Bill shares remarkable insights from the frontlines of the energy transition, highlighting how microgrids, battery manufacturing, vehicle-to-grid (V2G) technology, and virtual power plants (VPPs) are redefining the way we generate, store, and distribute electricity. He reflects on Austr...

This is an end-of-year monologue from me, Sohail Hasnie, your host at Energypreneurs. In this solo episode, I reflect on the most powerful trends, insights, and conversations from the past year. From the rooftop solar revolution and vehicle-to-grid breakthroughs to the electrification of mining, hydrogen's reality check, and AI's growing impact—I cover it all. I also share why I believe the next b...

In this episode, Sohail Hasnie shares a powerful monologue unpacking why internal combustion engine vehicles are on the brink of obsolescence — and why electric vehicles (EVs) are the smarter choice today and into the future. Drawing comparisons to outdated technologies like film cameras and Blackberries, Sohail explores the economic, technological, and policy shifts that are transforming the tran...

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 d...

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 discus...

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 ec...

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 ref...

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 pric...

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 an...