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The Green Insider Powered by eRENEWABLE focuses on one of the most exciting and important aspects of the world economy and arguably the key to Earth’s future and survival – Sustainability. Each week, Mike Nemer talk with the leaders and disruptors pacing The Energy Transition and are changing the way the world gets its energy and resources.
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The Future of Thorium: Swapan Kataria on Nuclear Energy’s Next Chapter
1w ago00:27:46Tap to summarizeIn Episode 328 of The Green Insider, host Mike Nemer sits down with Swapan Kataria, chairman of Thorium Atomic Power Corporation, to explore the future of thorium nuclear energy in the global energy transition. The conversation covers advanced nuclear reactors, LNG market shifts, baseload power demand, nuclear fuel recycling, energy security, and the regulatory barriers affecting next-generation nuclear deployment. Swapan explains why he moved from LNG development into thorium-based nuclear innovation, how thorium compares with uranium on cost and availability, and why countries like India and Indonesia may move faster than the United States in scaling new nuclear technologies. The Green Insider — Episode 328 In this episode, you’ll learn: Why Crown LNG paused its U.S. LNG project and shifted attention to international energy infrastructure opportunities. How thorium nuclear energy differs from uranium in availability, economics, and long-term fuel-cycle potential. Why advanced nuclear reactors and thorium technology could support reliable baseload power and grid stability. How spent nuclear fuel recycling could expand usable energy resources and reduce long-term waste challenges. Why India and Indonesia may emerge as early markets for thorium reactor development and deployment. What U.S. nuclear permitting, regulation, and project development hurdles still slow next-generation nuclear energy. Become a Green Insider Be sure to subscribe to The Green Insider, powered by ERENEWABLE, wherever you get your podcasts—and don’t forget to leave us a five‑star rating! To learn more about our guests or to inquire about sponsorship opportunities, please contact ERENEWABLE and The Green Insider Podcast. #Thorium #NuclearEnergy #AdvancedNuclear #EnergyTransition #BaseloadPower #LNG #EnergySecurity #NuclearInnovation #CleanEnergy #GridReliability The post The Future of Thorium: Swapan Kataria on Nuclear Energy’s Next Chapter appeared first on eRENEWABLE.
Transcribe →How 4M Analytics Is Building the Google Maps of the Underground
2w ago00:20:59Tap to summarizeThis week on The Green Insider, Mike Nemer sits down with Itzik Malka, co-founder and CEO of 4M Analytics, to explore how better visibility into underground infrastructure can reduce risk, cut costs, and improve decision-making across construction and utility projects. Itzik explains how 4M Analytics is working to create a digital map of the subsurface using remote sensing, aerial imagery, and AI to help engineers, utility owners, and project teams understand what lies below ground before excavation begins. Episode 327 Show Notes Episode Overview Drawing on a background in explosives detection and risk mitigation, Itzik shares the origin story behind 4M Analytics and the company’s mission to build what he calls the “Google Maps of the underground.” The conversation covers why fragmented utility records create delays, budget overruns, and safety concerns, and how more reliable subsurface data can improve planning from feasibility and estimating through construction and asset management. Key topics in this episode:• How 4M Analytics uses remote sensing, aerial imagery, and AI to map underground infrastructure• Why incomplete utility data creates risk for contractors, engineers, DOTs, and asset owners• How better subsurface visibility can reduce unnecessary truck rolls, field investigations, and project delays• The role of digital infrastructure data in pre-construction planning, damage prevention, and lifecycle management• Why trust, accuracy, and early access to information matter in construction decision-making Subscribe to The Green Insider for more conversations with the leaders and disruptors shaping sustainability, infrastructure, and the energy transition. #TheGreenInsider #Podcast #ApplePodcasts #Infrastructure #ConstructionTech #UtilityMapping #AI #Sustainability #EnergyTransition #4MAnalytics #Geospatial #RemoteSensing #ArtificialIntelligence #AerialImagery #DigitalInfrastructure #RiskMitigation The post How 4M Analytics Is Building the Google Maps of the Underground appeared first on eRENEWABLE.
Transcribe →Solar Fight Night Comes to Houston, Where Deals Get Done
2w ago00:07:56Tap to summarizeIn this week’s The Green Insider, Mike Nemer talks with Daniel Dus, CEO of Cleantech Industry Resources and co-founder of Solar Fight Night, about why the event has become a must-attend gathering in clean energy. As Solar Fight Night heads to Houston, Daniel explains how the late-night format, industry buzz, and real relationship-building have made it a place where connections turn into deals. In this episode: How Solar Fight Night started and how it has expanded over the last 18 years What to expect from the Houston event on June 2, including the venue and late-night networking format Why the event brings together industry peers and competitors in a more relaxed setting The launch of CleantechFactCheck.org and its mission to address misinformation in clean technology How the platform also supports the industry with a renewable energy job board Whether you work in solar, storage, clean tech, or the broader energy transition, this conversation offers a behind-the-scenes look at community-building in the industry and the role trusted information plays in moving the sector forward. Be sure to follow The Green Insider for more conversations with the leaders and disruptors shaping the energy transition. #TheGreenInsider #SolarFightNight #HoustonEnergy #CleanTech #EnergyTransition The post Solar Fight Night Comes to Houston, Where Deals Get Done appeared first on eRENEWABLE.
Transcribe →Clean Water at Scale (with Kurt Avery, Sawyer Products)
3w ago00:20:02Tap to summarizeKurt Avery, founder and president of Sawyer Products, joins Mike Nemer to discuss how Sawyer’s lightweight, long-lasting water filtration is used in disaster response and underserved communities. They also explore related global health work, including malaria prevention, and how partnerships and donations help scale impact worldwide. Key takeaways Sawyer’s portable filters weigh about 3 ounces and are designed for rapid deployment and long-term use. One duffel bag of filters can support clean water access for roughly 20,000–30,000 people in field deployments. The conversation highlights reported impact of clean water delivered to ~40 million people worldwide through donated and distributed systems. Durability is a core theme: filters can last up to ~15 years, with a cost-per-person estimate as low as ~30 cents for 10 years of service (as discussed in the episode). Beyond filtration, the episode touches malaria prevention efforts and a cited 67% reduction in malaria cases in certain military applications using Sawyer repellents. In this episode How Sawyer’s filtration works in practice (deployment, maintenance, and training support) Why eliminating the need to boil water reduces pressure on trees and fossil fuels Scaling through nonprofit partnerships and disaster response organizations What “disease-free water” claims mean in the context of the product’s use and testing (as described by the guest) How Sawyer’s Foundation model supports distribution in dozens of countries Enjoying the show?Follow The Green Insider wherever you get your podcast, leave a rating and review, and share Episode 326 with a friend who cares about practical, scalable sustainability. #TheGreenInsider #Podcast #Sustainability #CleanWater #WaterFiltration #GlobalHealth #DisasterRelief #HumanitarianAid #MalariaPrevention #ClimateAction #Nonprofit #Impact The post Clean Water at Scale (with Kurt Avery, Sawyer Products) appeared first on eRENEWABLE.
Transcribe →Investing in Renewable Energy with Mike Silvestrini (Energea)
4w ago00:21:18Tap to summarizeIn episode 325 of The Green Insider, we sit down with Mike Silvestrini—co-founder and managing partner of Energea—to discuss how everyday investors can participate in renewable energy projects globally starting at $100. Mike shares his path from line cook to solar developer, why solar has become the dominant new-build energy source, and how Energia structures investments and monthly dividends across portfolios in markets like South Africa, Brazil, Latin America, and the U.S. In This Episode Mike’s journey from hospitality to building and exiting a solar development company (Green Skies) Why Energea was created—and how it differs from traditional Wall Street products How the platform lets individuals invest in renewable energy projects starting at $100 How investments are structured (shares in Delaware entities representing operating assets) How dividends work and what liquidity/withdrawal typically looks like Regional strategy highlights: microgrids in South Africa, community solar in Brazil, and opportunistic U.S. deals Performance discussed: approximately 12% returns over the past five years with monthly distributions Key Takeaways Solar’s growth is being driven by economics and speed of deployment—not only environmental goals. Energea aims to give individuals direct access to project-level renewable energy investments typically reserved for institutions. Portfolios are diversified by geography and project type, with monthly dividend distributions that many investors reinvest for compounding. In emerging markets, distributed energy solutions like microgrids can be both impactful and investable when paired with reliable payment mechanisms. Featured Projects & Regions Discussed South Africa: Microgrids and distributed power for underserved communities using a prepaid energy model. Brazil: Community solar projects serving local subscribers. Latin America: Broader renewable energy opportunities (discussed as part of regional diversification). United States: Opportunistic solar investments driven by relationships and deal flow. Become a Green Insider Be sure to subscribe to The Green Insider, powered by ERENEWABLE, wherever you get your podcasts—and don’t forget to leave us a five‑star rating! To learn more about our guests or to inquire about sponsorship opportunities, please contact ERENEWABLE and The Green Insider Podcast. #TheGreenInsider #RenewableEnergy #CleanEnergy #SolarEnergy #Solar #EnergyTransition #Sustainability #ImpactInvesting #ESGInvesting #ClimateTech #GreenInvesting #EnergyInvesting #DistributedEnergy #Microgrids #CommunitySolar #EmergingMarkets #SouthAfrica #Brazil #LatinAmerica #MonthlyDividends #PassiveIncome The post Investing in Renewable Energy with Mike Silvestrini (Energea) appeared first on eRENEWABLE.
Transcribe →Carbon markets, forestry removals, and the Carbon Bridge program
Apr 3000:30:10Tap to summarizeLizzy Aldrich of Anew Climate joins us to break down what’s changing in carbon markets—and what “high-integrity” supply looks like on the ground. We dig into why forestry remains central, how RNG projects pencil out, and what the shift toward insetting means for corporate climate plans. Plus: Carbon Bridge, a deferred-payment approach to help companies move faster toward 2030 targets.
Transcribe →Owning Energy Storage in the AI Era
Apr 2200:24:42Tap to summarizeIn Episode 323 of The Green Insider Podcast, host Mike Nemer once again, sits down with Energy Vault co-founder and CEO Robert Piconi to unpack the company’s shift from technology provider to owner-operator of energy assets—and why that strategy aligns with the accelerating demand for reliable power in AI compute. They discuss Energy Vault’s operational hybrid green hydrogen microgrid project with PG&E in Calistoga, new long-term energy service agreements in Texas and Australia, and how AI is being applied across battery management, predictive analytics, and energy trading—without compromising safety. In this episode, you’ll learn: Why Energy Vault is accelerating its move to own and operate storage and hybrid generation assets What the PG&E Calistoga green hydrogen microgrid is designed to do—and how it’s being used today How modular data centers and AI compute infrastructure are shaping power requirements Where AI is delivering value: battery monitoring, predictive analytics, and trading/dispatch optimization How flexible, technology-agnostic supply chains help navigate domestic content and regulatory constraints Robert goes on to discuss Energy Vault’s supply chain strategy, explaining how they have built flexible supply chains to handle geopolitical and economic changes. He noted that they have worked with multiple battery providers, including Samsung, and adapted to work with domestic content technologies. Mike mentioned the ITC credits for battery storage through 2032, and Robert agreed, adding that they still need to meet domestic content and foreign entity of concern requirements. Become a Green Insider Be sure to subscribe to The Green Insider, powered by ERENEWABLE, wherever you get your podcasts—and don’t forget to leave us a five‑star rating! To learn more about our guests or to inquire about sponsorship opportunities, please contact ERENEWABLE and The Green Insider Podcast. #CleanEnergy #EnergyStorage #GridReliability #Hydrogen #Microgrids #BatteryStorage #AI #DataCenters #EnergyTransition #LongDurationEnergyStorage #IPP The post Owning Energy Storage in the AI Era appeared first on eRENEWABLE.
Transcribe →Making Sustainability Profitable (with Jasper Steinhausen)
Apr 2100:22:09Tap to summarizeJasper Steinhausen (Business with Impact) joins The Green Insider Podcast to share how sustainability becomes a competitive advantage—when you start by solving real business problems. We talk practical steps, quick-win initiatives, and the mindset shift from “cost” to “profit driver.” Why “sustainability = profitability” is more than a slogan How to find low-hanging fruit (like energy efficiency) to prove ROI fast The “costing misalignment curve” and what it means for leaders A practical blueprint from Jasper’s book Making Sustainability Profitable What’s next: Jasper’s 2026 group program to scale impact Become a Green Insider Be sure to subscribe to The Green Insider, powered by ERENEWABLE, wherever you get your podcasts—and don’t forget to leave us a five‑star rating! To learn more about our guests or to inquire about sponsorship opportunities, please contact ERENEWABLE and The Green Insider Podcast. #Podcast #NewEpisode #TheGreenInsiderPodcast #Sustainability #SustainableBusiness #ESG #BusinessInnovation #Leadership #CircularEconomy #ClimateAction #NetZero #SustainabilityStrategy #GreenBusiness The post Making Sustainability Profitable (with Jasper Steinhausen) appeared first on eRENEWABLE.
Transcribe →Inside the Race to Make Methane Credits Work
Apr 1600:09:32Tap to summarizeThis “Follower Friday” special features a series of live interviews from the BCarbon conference in Houston, Texas. The episode focuses on the legal, technological, and logistical hurdles of the methane abatement market, specifically regarding plugging abandoned and orphaned oil/gas wells to generate high-fidelity carbon credits. Key Takeaways Legal Complexity: The industry is currently navigating a maze of mineral leases and access rights that vary significantly between states like Texas, Oklahoma, and Ohio. The “Wild West” Market: The methane abatement credit market lacks a single unified path, leading BCarbon to step in and establish standardized protocols. Monitoring Challenges: A major hurdle for carbon credit buyers is ensuring a well stays plugged for 10–20 years. New infrastructure is being developed to concentrate and detect minute leaks in remote areas. Supply vs. Demand: While there is a surge of credit developers (the “suppliers”), there is currently a lag in the number of active buyers in the room, creating a unique market tension. Featured Guests Grant Gibson Founder & CEO Ironwood Development Mark Mersman Founder & CEO Cordonica Clint Boman Director of Safety Leader Foundation We want to extend a huge thank you to BCarbon for allowing The Green Insider to join them in Houston. It’s an honor to be on the front lines of this ‘Wild West’ credit market as we work alongside their team to bring some much-needed clarity to the industry. Become a Green Insider Be sure to subscribe to The Green Insider, powered by ERENEWABLE, wherever you get your podcasts—and don’t forget to leave us a five‑star rating! To learn more about our guests or to inquire about sponsorship opportunities, please contact ERENEWABLE and The Green Insider Podcast. The post Inside the Race to Make Methane Credits Work appeared first on eRENEWABLE.
Transcribe →Carbon Markets and Methane credits — Insights from Pankaj Tanwar
Apr 1300:29:19Tap to summarizeIn this episode of The Green Insider, Mike Nemer speaks with Pankaj Tanwar, Managing Director of Climate Services at CarbonBetter, about how voluntary carbon markets work—and why methane abatement is emerging as one of the most impactful near‑term climate solutions. They break down key differences between avoidance and removal credits, explain why carbon credit prices vary so widely, and unpack what buyers really look for when evaluating projects, from additionality to co‑benefits. The conversation also explores methane’s outsized climate impact, insights from the BCarbon Methane Abatement Conference, and why a balanced portfolio approach matters. Key themes include:• Carbon credit types and pricing• Why voluntary carbon markets are so complex• How buyers assess project quality• Methane abatement as a high‑impact opportunity• The role of intermediaries in reducing buyer risk The Role of Market IntermediariesIntermediaries like CarbonBetter play a critical role by filtering projects, reducing buyer risk, comparing methodologies, and guiding organizations through a complex and often confusing market landscape. Purpose Beyond ProfitThe episode closes with reflections on the personal fulfillment many carbon market professionals find in creating environmental and social benefits for local communities alongside emissions reductions. Become a Green Insider Be sure to subscribe to The Green Insider, powered by ERENEWABLE, wherever you get your podcasts—and don’t forget to leave us a five‑star rating! To learn more about our guests or to inquire about sponsorship opportunities, please contact ERENEWABLE and The Green Insider Podcast. #CarbonMarkets #VoluntaryCarbon #MethaneAbatement #ClimateAction #Sustainability #CarbonCredits #ESG #ClimateSolutions #EnergyTransition #TheGreenInsider The post Carbon Markets and Methane credits — Insights from Pankaj Tanwar appeared first on eRENEWABLE.
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