Best GreenBiz Podcasts (2024)

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Innovative Aviation Fuel with Jimmy Samartzis 21:29

19h ago21:29

21:29

In the latest episode of CarbonSmart, we explore the future of sustainable aviation with Dr. Jennifer Holmgren, CEO of LanzaTech, and Jimmy Samartzis, CEO of LanzaJet. Discover how these leaders are transforming the aviation industry with sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) through innovative carbon recycling and alcohol-to-jet technologies. Delve into…

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Jonny Lieberman 59:27

1d ago59:27

59:27

Summary In this episode of the Grid Connections podcast, Chase sits down with Jonny Lieberman, Co-Host of the InEVitable Podcast and Senior Features Editor at MotorTrend. Dive into an engaging discussion on the transition to electric vehicles (EVs) and the current state of EV charging infrastructure. Key Topics Covered: The pivotal role of software…

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Eric Way of News Coulomb 1:29:11

9d ago1:29:11

1:29:11

Summary Eric Way, host of the YouTube channel News Coulomb, shares his experience with electric vehicles (EVs) and his journey from driving plug-in hybrids to fully electric cars. He discusses his decision to choose the Chevy Bolt EV and the factors that influenced his choice. Eric also expresses his opinion on the plug-in hybrid vs. fully electric…

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2024 EV Industry Mid-Year Check Up with John McElroy, Loren McDonald & Matt Teske 1:04:28

16d ago1:04:28

1:04:28

Summary Today's panel featuring John McElroy of Autoline Network, Loren McDonald of EVAdoption and Matt Teske of Chargeway follows back up on our previous predictions (Episodes 23 & 24) for the electric vehicle industry in 2024! We discuss the progress and challenges of the electric vehicle (EV) market in 2024. Touching on topics such as the range …

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Steve Birkett & Walter Schulze 59:08

23d ago59:08

59:08

Summary In this episode of the Grid Connections podcast, Chase, Steve Birkett, and Walter Schulze discuss the latest perceptions around EV sales numbers and the challenges dealerships face in selling electric vehicles. They also explore the ongoing rollout of EV charging infrastructure across the country and the tactics charge point operators use t…

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Trailblazers of Transition 16:57

26d ago16:57

16:57

Join us on an empowering journey with Dr. Jennifer Holmgren, CEO of LanzaTech, and Aura Cuellar, President of LanzaTech, as they share their remarkable paths from the realms of oil and gas to revolutionizing the clean tech sector. In this episode, we explore the deep convictions and strategic prowess that empowered these two Colombian women to lead…

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Lew Cox 57:08

1M ago57:08

57:08

Summary In this conversation, Lew Cox, Senior Director of Business Development for X-Charge, discusses the benefits and implementation of microgrids and battery-integrated EV charging solutions. He explains that microgrids are localized communities of generation, storage, and distribution that provide self-sufficiency and grid support. Cox highligh…

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Steve Birkett 50:27

3M ago50:27

50:27

In this episode we sit down with Steve Birkett, EV Educator and Founder of Plug and Play EV. We discuss everything from NEVI Funding to EV Road tripping and how far the technology has come in the past decade. Summary Steve Burkett, founder of Plug and Play EV, discusses his journey as an EV driver and content creator. He shares his experiences driv…

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Rustam Kocher: Part 2 59:23

3M ago59:23

59:23

Summary Rustam Kocher, a retired expert in the electric transportation space, shares his experiences and insights on the adoption of electric vehicles in the commercial trucking industry in this two part episode (check out episode 1 if you haven't already!). The conversation discusses the operational standpoint and capabilities of electric trucks, …

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Rustam Kocher: Part 1 58:02

4M ago58:02

58:02

Summary Rustam Kocher, a retired expert in the electric transportation space, shares his experiences and insights on the adoption of electric vehicles in the commercial trucking industry. He discusses the early adoption of electric trucks, the challenges of organizational change, and the development of the Megawatt Charging Standard (MCS) connector…

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David Welch 1:16:26

4M ago1:16:26

1:16:26

In this episode, we sit down with David Welch, he's Detroit Bureau Chief at Bloomberg LP and Author of "Charging Ahead." His book about General Motors' CEO, Mary Barra, and the transformation of the 120 year-old company. We discuss the current state of the domestic automotive industry and the challenges presented by electrification, EV charging, GM…

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Jason Goldfarb 1:24:00

4M ago1:24:00

1:24:00

In this episode, we sit down with Jason Goldfarb of Falcon, Rappaport & Berkman, LLP. We discuss the current state of EV charging and how many of the challenges the industry are seeing have been solved already by learnings from the telecom industry. Specifically the roll out of cell towers for data and overall reception for cell phones. Tune in to …

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Yakov Berenshteyn 52:01

4M ago52:01

52:01

In this episode, we sit down with Yakov Berenshteyn from WeaveGrid. Their platform is a software built for electric vehicles, EV Charging, renewable energy and how all this ties to utilities ability to manage all of these variables. We discuss the future of EVs and how they will impact the automotive industry and the environment by 2024. Tune in to…

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John Voelcker 1:08:59

5M ago1:08:59

1:08:59

Summary John Volcker, Contributing Editor to Car & Driver (and one of the co-hosts of Tempting Fate Tours), discusses his background in EV journalism and the auto industry's transition to electric vehicles. He shares his insights on the perception of EVs and the factors that have contributed to their acceptance. Along with discussing some of the cu…

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Mavrick Knoles of Legacy EV 1:04:11

5M ago1:04:11

1:04:11

We sit down with Mavrick Knoles, the President and Co-Founder of Legacy EV. Summary Mavrick shares his background and the journey of Legacy EV, an aftermarket automotive company focused on EV parts distribution and workforce development. They provide training and support for individuals and businesses in the EV industry, including EV conversions. M…

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EV Car Shopping in 2024... 1:11:35

5M ago1:11:35

1:11:35

In today's episode I share a few updates about the channel along with sharing my recent experience helping my mother find an EV to replace her current car along with recent Tesla Service experience and trying Tesla's "Full-Self Driving" software for the first time in almost a year. Watch the full episode on Youtube Also if you are looking to either…

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Brandon Bartneck from Future of Mobility Podcast 1:07:23

5M ago1:07:23

1:07:23

We sit down with Brandon Bartneck, the Host of the Future of Mobility Podcast and the Vice President & General Manager at Edison Manufacturing and Engineering. Summary In this conversation, I discuss with Brandon Bartnick Edison's contributions to manufacturing in the mobility space. We explore topics such as the value proposition of plug-in hybrid…

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2024 EV and Auto Industry Predictions! - Part 2 1:11:33

5M ago1:11:33

1:11:33

Part 2 of our panel with Grid Connections guests from 2023 including: John McElroy (President of Autoline), Loren McDonald (Founder of EVAdoption) and Matt Teske (Founder of Chargeway). Summary In the second part of this panel we continue our discussion around the big events in 2023 with the automotive space and positioning of Electric Vehicles (EV…

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2024 EV and Auto Industry Predictions! - Part 1 1:05:00

6M ago1:05:00

1:05:00

In this episode I sit back down with some of Grid Connections guests from 2023 including: John McElroy (President of Autoline), Loren McDonald (Founder of EVAdoption) and Matt Teske (Founder of Chargeway). Episode Summary: We explore 2023's transformative trends in the Electric Vehicle (EV) industry in this first episode of a two-part panel discuss…

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Matt Teske of Chargeway 1:06:59

6M ago1:06:59

1:06:59

Summary In this episode, we speak with Matt Teske, the founder of Chargeway, about the new version of the Chargeway app (what we refer to as as Chargeway 2.0). We discuss how Chargeway simplifies EV charging and helps users understand the charging process. We also explore the challenges and opportunities in the EV charging ecosystem, including the …

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Chase Drum: End of Year Recap - 2023 27:18

6M ago27:18

27:18

In this episode, I recap this year's guests from the past season of Grid Connections. Along with some early predictions for the EV space for 2024. In addition, I want to say thanks to all of our listeners for their support as well! Also please share any recommendations for what you'd like to see more of or guests to have on in the new year: Guests@…

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Lew Cox & Andrew Kelley from XCharge North America 1:03:15

6M ago1:03:15

1:03:15

In this episode we speak with Lew Cox, Senior Director of Business Development and Andrew Kelley, Director of Energy Solutions at XCharge North America. We talk about XCharge's DC fast charging technology they offer in North America and how they stand out compared to others in the space. We also discuss some of the challenges that all fast charging…

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JT Franklin from Franklin's Charging 54:39

7M ago54:39

54:39

In this episode we speak with JT (Jeff) Franklin, founder of Franklin's Garage. He's opened two boutique DC Fast charging locations in Little Rock and Hot Springs, Arkansas. JT's approach to opening fast charging is to make it easy, fun and competitively priced. I originally came across JT and his business via Kyle Conner at Out of Spec Studios' vi…

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Chris Hazell from Fellten Systems 1:23:19

7M ago1:23:19

1:23:19

In this episode we speak with Chris Hazell, from Fellten Systems. We talk about how his company is building kits to help electrify current cars on the road. Currently they're mostly based in the UK and EU but in the upcoming year they're looking to expand to North America with local partners like LegacyEV in the US and start shipping Fellten's new …

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Branden Flasch 1:05:12

7M ago1:05:12

1:05:12

In this episode we speak with Branden Flasch, from the Branden Flasch youtube channel. We talk about his unique background that has given him a great perspective on charging infrastructure and charging an EV on a roadtrip. We also talk about where we see strengths and weaknesses in the current EV landscape. We discuss how level 2 and DCFC charging …

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Tu Le from Sino Auto Insights 1:08:05

7M ago1:08:05

1:08:05

In this episode we speak with Tu Le, the founder of Sino Auto Insights, also the co-host of the China EVs and More podcast. We talk about his unique background that has given him a great perspective on the rise and influence of Chinese automotive manufacturers. From growing up in Detroit and then moving out to the San Francisco bay area to living i…

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Tom Moloughney from State of Charge 1:00:08

9M ago1:00:08

1:00:08

In this episode we speak with Tom Moloughney, the founder of State of Charge, also the co-host of the Batteries Included podcast and his new website evchargingstations.com. We talk about what got him into EVs, his favorite EVs that's he owned, along with his channel State of Charge. We then discuss the current state of EV Charging, especially aroun…

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Loren McDonald from EVAdoption 1:39:52

9M ago1:39:52

1:39:52

In this episode we speak with Loren McDonald, the founder of Evadoption.com. We talk about what led him to found the company along with the current state of EV Charging, especially around NEVI and new IRA government funding for growing charging infrastructure. We discuss his background along with the growth of the EV infrastructure, How NEVI is hel…

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John McElroy of Autoline 1:29:25

9M ago1:29:25

1:29:25

We sit down with John McElroy, the President of Autoline. They are dedicated to reporting on, discussing and dissecting the inner workings of the auto industry and the products that it makes In today’s episode we discuss the current UAW strike, the current state of Electric vehicle manufacturing, how Tesla is standing out in the automotive space, a…

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Exploring Purpose, Competence, and Community with Dr. Irène Y. Kilubi 35:16

11M ago35:16

35:16

Based on the Chaos Theory, small changes can have a significant impact. The goal of the Butterfly Effect Studio is to uncover how leaders and change makers developed their purpose, competencies, and community to have a positive impact. Each episode is packed full of ideas you can apply to your life. In this conversation, Christian speaks to Dr. Irè…

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Inspiring Sustainable Action Through Engaging Storytelling with Rob Greenfield of Earthtopia and 33Seconds 25:26

12M ago25:26

25:26

In this conversation, Christian speaks to Rob Greenfield. Rob sheds light on how his work as Founder of Earthtopia and Account Director at 33Seconds is positively impacting the environment through engaging storytelling and inspiring sustainable action. 1:05: Rob's inspiration for making a sustainable impact 5:27: On individual vs. shared action 6:1…

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Episode 370: ESG isn't going away anytime soon 41:20

1y ago41:20

41:20

Featuring insights from State Street CEO Ron O'Hanley and Massachusetts Sen. Edward Markey.By Heather Clancy

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Episode 369: What CSOs do, paying coal plants to shut down 41:20

1y ago41:20

41:20

The Asian Development Bank has created a fund to accelerate the transition to clean energy in Indonesia and the Philippines — by helping coal plant operators get other options onto the grid more quickly.By Joel Makower

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Episode 368: Mining, child labor and Indigenous wisdom 41:20

1y ago41:20

41:20

Featuring a conversation with Lucia Athens, who recently retired from her role as the city of Austin’s first chief sustainability officer.By Heather Clancy

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Episode 367: Plastics platitudes, carbon capture critique 41:20

1y ago41:20

41:20

Jo and Joy Banner, co-founders and co-directors of The Descendants Project, explain why we should "stop giving fossil fuels a lifeline." Sifang Chen, managing science and innovation advisor at Carbon 180, unpacks ocean carbon capture.By Heather Clancy

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Episode 366: Biodiversity letdown, Boston Metal's mission 41:20

1y ago41:20

41:20

This episode features a discussion about decarbonizing steelmaking, including highlights from an interview with Adam Rauwerdink, senior vice president of business development for startup Boston Metal.By Joel Makower

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Joel Makower: Entrepreneur, Journalist, LinkedIn Top Voice, Chairman & Co-Founder of GreenBiz Group 38:10

1y ago38:10

38:10

In this conversation, Christian speaks to Joel Makower. Joel and Christian delve into the challenges entrepreneurs face and the need for adaptability and persistence in pursuing sustainable business goals. 1:20: Joel's motivations for becoming a leading voice in sustainability 10:30: On the value of curiosity 27:55: Building an organization that he…

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Episode 365: Plastics, nature and biodiversity risk 41:20

1y ago41:20

41:20

Richard Mattison, president of S&P Global Sustainable1 and CEO of S&P Global Trucost, discusses S&P's new Biodiversity Risk Data Set.By Heather Clancy

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Episode 364: Perfecting imperfection 41:20

1y ago41:20

41:20

We chat with Charles Conn, co-founder of venture firm Monograph.bio, board chair of Patagonia and co-author of “The Imperfectionists: Strategic Mindsets for Uncertain Times.”By Heather Clancy

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Episode 363: Microsoft's fusion bet, know your audience 41:20

1y ago41:20

41:20

Featuring insights from Dylan Siegler, senior vice president of sustainability for GreenBiz, and Lindsay Dahl, chief impact officer for Ritual, a traceable supplement brand.By Heather Clancy

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Episode 362: Circularity, climate and the coronation 41:20

1y ago41:20

41:20

This episode features conversations with Jon Smieja, vice president of Circularity at GreenBiz, and James Murray, editor in chief of BusinessGreen.By Heather Clancy

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