Energy Transition Solutions

In this episode, our host, Joe Batir, speaks with Andrew Stearns, Product Owner at TGS. They discuss dark data, specifically, Drill Stem Tests and their value for CCUS. Topics they discuss include: Andrew’s Book Recommendation: The Ride of a Lifetime by Robert Iger These show notes contain affiliate links. Show your support by usingthem! Brought […]

In this episode, our host, Joe Batir, interviews Dan Morrison,Founder of Amalgamated Sludge LLC. They discuss: Dan’s book recommendation: Gradually then Suddenly by Parker Lewis This episode is sponsored by Ranch Office—Texas style co-working in Houston. Life is better at the Ranch. Brought to you on OGGN, the largest and most listened-to podcast network for the oil […]

In this episode, our host, Joe Batir, gets interviewed by Elena Melchart of the Oil and Gas Upstream podcast to talk about a recent project his company was awarded to begin a geothermal exploration initiative at the Fort Wainwright Army Base, in Fairbanks, Alaska. Topics they discuss include: Brought to you on OGGN, the largest and most listened-to podcast […]

In this episode, Joe Batir talks with Dr. Leah Ellis, CEO and co-founder of Sublime Systems. She discusses the environmental impact of cement production and the need for decarbonization. She explains the process of cement and concrete production and the challenges of carbon capture and storage (CCS). Dr. Ellis introduces Sublime Systems’ innovative process that replaces traditional cement pr...

This episode is sponsored by Ranch Office—Texas style co-working in Houston. Life is better at the Ranch. In this episode our host Joe Batir hosts a panel at the office opening for Energy Transition Finance and Emerald Operating. The panel discusses the practical process of applying for a DOE Loan Program Office loan and talk through […]

This episode is sponsored by Ranch Office—Texas style co-working in Houston. Life is better at the Ranch. Bruce Stewart, CEO and President of Perch Energy, joins Joe Batir on the Energy Transition Solutions podcast to discuss community solar and its role in the energy market. They cover topics such as the growth of community solar, the […]

In this episode our host Joe Batir talks with Rand Taylor of Industrial Sustainability Group, producers of FuelOx and Infinity Lube. They talk about fuel additives and environmentally friendly industrial fluid products and how companies can have better performance while also being better for the environment. Points they covered include: Rand’s book recommendations:Confessions of an […]

In this episode our host Joe Batir talks with Brent Smith, Co-Founder of Firefly Energy Services. This discuss Firefly’s new energy storage solution, Gasloop, and how it fits into the energy landscape today and through the energy transition. Specific topics they cover include: Brent’s book recommendation:The Cost of Discipleship by Diertrich Bonhoeffer This episode is sponsored by Ranch...

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In this episode our host Joe Batir talks with George Tijbosch, CEO of MiQ. They discuss fugitive methane emissions, and what MiQ is developing to enable the solving of this emissions problem.  They discuss: – Why George left retirement to join MiQ– What exactly are fugitive methane emissions– How large are these emissions– What it […]

Joe talks about all the things on his mind from the recent past, including:– Unilever freely shares new ice cream recipes (i.e., patents) and how this is good for the environment– Book reviews (listed below) and why audio books are superior– The 48 Laws of Power by Robert Greene– The 50th Law by 50 Cent […]

Joe Batir moderates a panel discussing the Department of Energy’s Loan Program Office and the loan application process. Panelists: Ed Davis, Senior Consultant to the US DOE Loans Program OfficeRobert Edwards, Jr., Managing Director of Hamilton Clark Sustainable CapitalMichael Walton, Managing Partner at Energy Transition FinancePriya Swamy, Vice President of Sustainable Energy and Environment...

In this episode our host Joe Batir talks with guests while on stage at the annual Geothermal Rising Conference in Reno, NV. They talk about how to build a more cohesive geothermal industry that provides more opportunity for all. Guests included:Ann Robertson-Tait, GeothermEx / SLBKelly Blake, Ormat Te chnologiesMike Umbro, Premier Resource Management, LLCMattias Mornesten, […]

In this episode our host Joe Batir talks with Sam Schiller, Co-Founder and CEO of Carbon Yield. They talk about Regenerative Agriculture and how this farming practice can store carbon in the soil of our farmlands. Specific topics covered include: • What is Regenerative Agriculture• How this practice stores carbon in the soil• How Regenerative […]

In this episode our host Joe Batir talks with Mike Umbro, Partner at Premier Resource Management (PRM). They talk about the PRM project in Kern County, California. Specific topics they cover include: Mike’s book recommendation:The Fountainhead by Ayn Rand These show notes contain affiliate links. Show your support by using the links embedded. Click here to take […]

In this episode our host Joe Batir talks with Asa Carre-Burritt, Director of Policy and External Affairs at Bridger Photonics. They talk about methane leak detection and the role of aerial data collection in this space. Specifics they covered include: ·       Why are we talking about emissions so much right now? ·       How does methane detection work? ·       What kind of insights […]

In this episode our host Joe Batir talks with Vibhu Sharma, CEO of InnoVent Technology and InnoVent Renewables. They discuss how InnoVent Technology develops digital twins and process optimization and how that led to the spin-off company, InnoVent Renewables, which produces products through tire pyrolysis. Specific topics discussed includes: How do you think about process optimization? What are th...

In this episode our host Joe Batir talks with Ed Kovalik, CEO of Prairie Operating, and special guest Governor Rick Perry. They talk about Prairie Operating and how they intend to produce some of the cleanest hydrocarbons in the world. Specific topics they cover include: Who is Prairie Operating Why Colorado for new production Why Prairie Operating is going […]

In this episode, our host, Joe Batir, talks with Dr. Dave Edlund, Founder and CEO of Element 1. They talk about hydrogen production and enables the hydrogen economy. Specific topics they discuss: What is hydrogen production? How is methanol used in hydrogen production? How does methanol enable on-site, on-demand, mobile hydrogen production? Why would a (hydrogen) hardware company participate [&#82...

In this episode our host Joe Batir talks with Jordan Driskell, host of the OGGN Geopolitics podcast. This discuss the role of government in energy and energy transition. Key points discussed: What is energy transition? How do governments and regulations make or break energy transition advancement? Why China and South Africa make great case studies for energy policy. Who […]

In this episode our host Joe Batir talks with Pratyush Nag, Managing Director, Controls and Digitalization at Siemens Energ y. They discuss the biggest natural gas turbine in the world and automation and forecasting. Specific topics include: 3 Guiness World Records in Energy Why ramp up time is so important Why high ramp up time is important with large […]

In this episode our host Joe Batir talks with Matt Kappers, CEO of Coretec Group. They discuss battery anode technology and how Coretec is developing a Silicon anode that could increase battery capacity by 10x. Specific points they discuss: What are the uses of batteries today How big the battery market could become How could […]

In this episode our host Joe Batir talks with Heather Johnson, CEO at Ingenium. They discuss hazardous waste disposal for consumers and businesses alike. Key discussion points include: What exactly is hazardous waste. How do you know what to do with hazardous waste. How companies can navigate hazardous waste disposal. New technology making waste disposal better How you can […]

In this episode our host Joe Batir talks with Beena Sharma, CEO and Co-Founder of CCU International. This discuss CCUS and how there is a vast opportunity for Carbon Utilization that can enable significant decarbonization and circular carbon economy growth. Specific ideas they discuss include: Beena’s background What happens to Carbon after it is captured Why we should put […]

In this episode our host Joe Batir talks with Thell Gillis, Senior Account Manager at Prius Intelli. They talk about aerial imagery and the differences between satellites, drones, and fixed wing. Some of the topics they cover include: •          What is aerial imagery •          Similarities between drones, satellites, and fixed wing imagery •          Differences between drones, satellites, and f...