RENEWables A Sustainability Podcast with David Smart

We continue the RENEWables series, “An Insider’s Look at America’s Evolving Waste Economy,” with BioStar’s Peter Goehausen and learn how companies entrenched in the Renewable Natural Gas (RNG) industry are equally as connected to the Waste to Energy sector. Reimagining waste streams to create products that are reengineered into valuable assets, is not only environmentally beneficial but a major ec...

This RENEWables episode kicks off the first of a 4- part series look at BioStar’s Organics business — a success story that’s been 12 years in the making. From within, we unpack BioStar’s origin story, the evolution of our patented SuperSix Organic Liquid Fertilizer, and why SuperSix has become such an invaluable asset to organic farmers across the U.S. John Martin, COO and President of our Organic...

For authentic conversationalists, there’s always a great opportunity to ‘give and get’.  Shira Parnes, founder of VETAL, joins RENEWables  and shares how her continued quest for true understanding of what’s best for a customer has helped the growth of her energy-focused organization. Collaboration is at the heart of VETAL and a methodology that’s used, both internally and exter...

On this episode of RENEWables, Black & Veatch’s Brian Sifton explains how the 105-year-old engineering and construction firm continues to evolve its business across key environmental topics to advance critical human infrastructure. With a trusted reputation as a technology integrator, BV sees its role as bringing people together to solve problems and make projects happen. Clients representing...

On this episode of RENEWables, Eli Sachs, of Freepoint Energy Solutions, explains the fundamentals of the deregulated market and the parties responsible for bringing electricity directly to the end user’s doorstep. For both residential and commercial/industrial, the deregulated market decouples the energy transmission from the distribution and the consumption — allowing companies like Freepoint to...

This episode of RENEWables features tenured attorney and partner, Mark Riedy of Kilpatrick Townsend . With an impressive 45+ year career as an international project finance lawyer, Riedy focuses his practice in the renewable energy, chemical and infrastructure segments, helping clients structure highly-complex transactions — turning their projects into a reality. His in-depth regulatory knowledge...

As a leading international organization, Sustainable Brands partners with brands to drive corporate innovation while addressing systemic social and environmental challenges AND create market value. This approach to using ‘business for good’ requires a new way of thinking and one SB strives to help companies achieve. In this episode of RENEWables, Director of Business Development, David Hopkins , e...

In Episode 11 of RENEWables , Chuck Hurchalla, of Evolution Energy Partners , shares how the his lifetime of experience in the energy sector has culminated into his current role as CEO. As one of the Philadelphia’s fastest growing companies, Evolution’s focus on commodity risk management and engineering helps its clients reduce overall consumption and achieve long-term, permanent savings — a uniqu...

With increased focus on renewable energy, climate change and the Grid, there’s more data than ever to measure the market’s future. In this episode of RENEWables, hear how two strangers, an industry expert and a top data scientist, launched a new partnership to merge energy and tech. CEO Sean Kelly explains how Amperon’s expertise in energy procurement helps retail energy providers, utilities, mark...

Join us for this interesting discussion and learn how Kansas City is maximizing one of the its greatest assets to ensure a strong future—From river-borne commerce to the streetcar to the development of the Berkeley Riverfront, this episode covers all things KC! Kansas City is doing some impressive things with transit-oriented development, responsible land use and smart-city growth. On this we...

Hear from an energy broker who’s career in the oil and gas market has evolved as much as the market itself.  Mike Nemer  of  eRENEWABLE  has brought new technology to the sustainability space by offering his customers a real-time, online auction platform for PPA (Power Purchase Agreements) and VPPAs (Virtual Power Purchase Agreements). As corporations continue to set lofty ESG...

In this RENEWables episode, Bobby Sight shares how Ford continues to develop sustainable technologies to achieve their RE100 goals by 2023 and how Rob Sight Ford continues to evolve its dealership to ensure success in the automotive industry. Don’t miss this car-talk conversation between two friends! Listen in and subscribe!

In this power-packed episode of RENEWables, Duncan Campbell, VP of Project Analysis at Scale Microgrids, gives us a comprehensive breakdown of microgrids and how they differ from other distributed energy projects. A holistic microgrid approach, which includes solar, battery storage and generators, create systems that equal more than the sum of their parts — achieving the economic, sustainable and...

In Episode 5 of RENEWables, we spotlight a BioStar employee who’s sustainability roots run deep, both personally and professionally. Entrepreneur Chrissy Coughlin has a tenured career building relationships from Washington DC to LA, with small to large companies alike — flying the green flag high and sharing the good-natured work organizations are striving to achieve. “Sustainability” means someth...

In Episode 4, Andrew shares the basics of the U.S. electricity market, the differences between regulated and deregulated power and the entities that deliver that power. He covers demand response and distributed generation and how customers are leveraging the technology to off-set their power load and create revenue. Whether you're green to understanding the nuances of the industry or well-versed i...

In Episode 3, Lila Ontiveros of Freedom Solar, explains why consumers are finding such value in transitioning their power off the grid to a renewable resource. If you're new to understanding the benefits of Solar, you won't want to miss this episode. Tune-in and learn more! Click "Follow" so you don't miss an episode!

In Episode 2 of RENEWables , author Jeff Fromm unpacks what it means for brands to have Purpose Advantage and how by focusing on specific consumer benefits, brands can create distinguishing attributes and increased marketshare.  Smart strategies = Meaningful action = Long-term, positive effects. Click "Follow" so you don't miss an episode!

In Episode 1: "Air Quality" , President & CEO of AtmosAir™ Solutions gives us an inside look at how air purification systems are fighting coronavirus head on. Schools, hospitals, sports venues and big corporations alike are taking important strides in delivering clean, safe indoor air to all of those who enter their facilities. Click "Follow" so you don't miss an episode!