Renewable Rides

What if energy isn't just a utility bill, but one of the biggest opportunities to increase the value of your real estate portfolio? In this highlight episode, Brian Rappaport explains why energy has become a strategic real estate issue rather than simply an operating expense. He shares how growing grid constraints, rising tenant expectations, and increasing demand for reliable, low-carbon ene...

What if the key to achieving sustainability goals is already hidden in your utility bills? In this episode, DeVynne Farquharson shares his journey from growing up in a community heavily impacted by industrial pollution to leading sustainable solutions at Sagiliti. You'll learn how personal experiences shaped his passion for environmental equity, why data is one of the most powerful tools for...

What if solar energy isn't just another power source, but the foundation of the future economy? In this highlight episode, Greg Nemet explores why solar energy's rapid growth shows no signs of slowing, as well as what that means for businesses, energy consumers, and the broader economy. You'll learn why falling solar and battery costs continue to drive adoption worldwide, how the co...

If the data is this clear, why are so many business leaders still getting energy wrong? In this episode, Dr. Joshua Rhodes, research scientist at the University of Texas at Austin, nonresident fellow at Columbia University's Center on Global Energy Policy, and CTO of IdeaSmiths, brings the kind of clarity that only comes from building the most detailed independent models of the ERCOT grid in...

Is sustainability just a reporting requirement, or is it one of the most underused drivers of revenue and business value today? In this highlight episode, Melanie Larkins explores how organizations can move beyond viewing sustainability as a compliance exercise and instead unlock it as a tool for innovation, efficiency, and growth. Listen in as Melanie breaks down how companies are leaving value o...

What if the biggest energy transformation in history is only just getting started? In this episode, Greg Nemet explains how solar energy went from one of the most expensive technologies on earth to the cheapest source of electricity in history and why batteries, distributed energy systems, and commercial solar are following a similar path even faster. You’ll learn how global innovation, policy, ma...

What happens when energy stops being something businesses can take for granted? In this episode, we discuss the launch of Gareth’s new book, Powering Profits . Gareth explains why businesses are entering a completely new energy paradigm where rising costs, grid instability, and operational risk are forcing leaders to rethink how they power their companies. You’ll learn why onsite energy is no long...

What does it actually take to move sustainability from strategy decks into real-world projects? In this episode, Carson Bristol from Lithia Motors shares how one of the world’s largest automotive retailers is approaching energy efficiency, electrification, and decarbonisation in a practical, scalable way. From rolling out solar and EV infrastructure across hundreds of locations to balancing financ...

Why do your electricity bills keep rising—and who actually benefits from it? In this highlight episode, we unpack the complex (and often hidden) financial mechanics behind utility companies and how they make money. From cost-of-service regulation to the role of operating costs, capital investments, and returns, you’ll gain a clearer understanding of how pricing is determined and why it doesn’t alw...

What happens when energy stops being just a cost and becomes a strategic advantage? In this episode, Brian Rappaport from JLL unpacks the evolving role of energy in today’s market, from grid constraints and rising demand to the growing impact of AI and distributed energy systems. You’ll learn how energy is becoming a critical factor in real estate decisions, why reliability is now front of mind fo...

What does it really take to reduce energy costs and future-proof a large-scale manufacturing operation? In this highlight episode, Charlie Marquez, Senior Manager of EHS and Facilities at Kirkhill, shares how his team tackled rising energy expenses by moving beyond quick wins and into a fully integrated energy strategy. You’ll learn how projects like LED retrofits and battery storage created immed...

Is installing an onsite energy system going to overwhelm your team? Or is that fear overblown? In this episode, we unpack one of the most common concerns businesses have when considering solar and energy systems: how much work is actually involved. You’ll learn what happens once a system is up and running, what your team is (and isn’t) responsible for, and why most companies don’t need to become e...

What happens when energy demand grows faster than the system can handle? In this highlight episode, Nat Bullard breaks down the unique moment we’re in—where surging demand from data centers, industrial players, and electrification is colliding with infrastructure bottlenecks, policy uncertainty, and rising costs. Listen in to learn how different industries experience energy costs in completely dif...

What is the real cost of waiting to install solar and battery systems for your business? In this episode, we break down one of the most common questions companies ask: should we deploy on-site energy now, or wait for technology to get cheaper and more efficient? You’ll learn why waiting for better solar panels or cheaper batteries often doesn’t make financial sense, how incentives and tax credits...

Ever wondered how businesses can turn tax credits from renewable energy projects into immediate cash? In this highlight episode, Erik Underwood, Co-Founder and CEO of Basis Climate, and James Coombes, VP of Business Development at Conductor Solar, break down the complex world of tax credit transfers. They explain why selling tax credits can make sense for both small and large projects, how the pro...

What happens when the AI boom collides with the limits of the U.S. power grid? In this episode, we break down the White House’s new ratepayer protection pledge, designed to prevent households and businesses from subsidizing hyperscale data centers. Beyond the headlines, this episode explores the deeper infrastructure challenges: from stressed grids and rising electricity prices to the slow, capita...

Is the massive AI data centre build-out solving tomorrow’s problems or creating new ones? In this highlight episode, we explore one of the most pressing questions at the intersection of energy, technology, and infrastructure: whether today’s AI-driven demand for power is sustainable, overstated, or heading toward a major correction. You’ll learn how behind-the-meter energy systems, distributed bat...

Is the behind-the-meter energy market finally growing up? In this episode, we break down a major shift happening across the U.S. as states like New Mexico, Oregon, Colorado, and Illinois move from simply allowing onsite energy systems to regulating how they perform. Microgrids, batteries, and distributed energy resources are being treated as real infrastructure, complete with reporting requirement...

What will it really take to decarbonize real estate and who is going to pay for it? In this highlight episode, Brendan Wallace breaks down the staggering $18 trillion challenge of decarbonizing U.S. buildings and why the real estate industry must fundamentally rethink its role. You’ll learn why buildings are being forced to evolve from passive structures into active energy producers — generating,...

What if your renewable energy tax credits could turn into immediate cash instead of sitting on your balance sheet for years? In this episode, Erik Underwood, Co-Founder and CEO of Basis Climate, and James Coombes, VP of Business Development at Conductor Solar, break down how tax credit transfers are reshaping renewable energy finance and why more developers, businesses, and REITs are choosing to s...

What if the grid reliability forecasts we trust are built on assumptions that don’t hold up in the real world? In this highlight episode, we explore one of the most overlooked vulnerabilities in modern energy systems: the gap between installed natural gas capacity and actual fuel availability. Listen in to hear about the deeper market forces at play, including why stressed grids create windfall pr...

What does it actually look like when a multifamily owner “becomes a utility”? In this episode, you’ll learn how developers and asset managers are using on-site solar and virtual net metering to create real value, not just sustainability headlines. We break down how a relatively modest investment can generate outsized returns, why lenders and investors are becoming more comfortable with these proje...

In this highlight episode, Josh Bachman of Cascade Energy breaks down why energy efficiency isn’t just a sustainability or decarbonization conversation—it’s a serious financial opportunity that most organizations are overlooking. You’ll learn how energy waste shows up inside industrial and commercial operations, why leadership often underestimates its impact, and how small operational changes can...

What if waiting just a few more months could cost your company millions in lost tax credits? As 2026 begins, we break down why the Investment Tax Credit (ITC) has become one of the most urgent financial opportunities facing commercial energy projects today. With energy firmly in the mainstream, looming deadlines, and increasing complexity around compliance, this episode explains why “wait and see”...

How can clean energy companies influence policy and gain political power in the U.S.? Chris Moyer explains why renewable energy leaders often lag behind oil and gas, and how they can strategically build influence without matching budgets. From grassroots advocacy to media training, he shares practical ways to engage elected officials, align employees as advocates, and communicate the value of your...