Energy Superheroes

Nick Molden, founder and CEO of Emissions Analytics, is promoting public awareness around the issue of automotive emissions. An Honorary Research Fellow at Imperial College London, he is recognized for his expertise in vehicle emissions testing and has significantly contributed to the understanding of real-world emissions data. In this episode, Molden highlights the “Dieselgate” scandal and explains what his company is doing to prevent it from happening again.

How can we better encourage individuals to take environmental action? Energy Superhero Jose Pere, CEO and co-founder of NIU Planet, might have the solution. Jose, hailing from a nature-rich upbringing in Ecuador, has channeled his environmental passion into creating an app that makes conservation efforts both engaging and rewarding. In this episode, Jose explains how his company is leveraging the power of gamification and community involvement to create change.

As the population continues to climb, we are creating more waste than ever. What if we could convert that waste into something more useful? Energy Superhero Jean-Louis Kindler, CEO of Ways2H, has a solution - hydrogen fuel. His company uses an innovative approach to convert waste into carbon-negative, renewable hydrogen for mobility and power generation. In this episode, Kindler discusses the company's cutting-edge thermochemical process that turns waste into a sustainable fuel source.

What place does renewable natural gas (RNG) have in the energy transition? Our latest Energy Superhero, Johannes Escudero, is the CEO and Founder of the Coalition for Renewable Natural Gas. The non-profit advocates for the sustainable development and deployment of Renewable Natural Gas as a critical clean energy technology. In this episode, Johannes outlines the primary advantages of renewable natural gas, as well as some of the key challenges faced in adoption.

William “Bull” Flaherty, a pioneer in battery storage and the founder of Eligius Power, brings a rich background in trading to the forefront of energy innovation. His journey from trading to sustainable energy solutions offers a unique perspective on the energy industry's evolution. In this episode, Bull discusses how his diverse experience laid the foundation for his venture into the energy sector, particularly into the domain of battery storage.

Our latest Energy Superhero, Katharina Loden, is a seasoned business consultant with extensive experience in climate impact technologies. She is deeply invested in the advancement of heat pump technology as a means to enhance energy savings and curb greenhouse gas emissions. Her most recent venture, UpHeat, helps individuals navigate the technical details of heat pump systems and choose the right setup for their needs. In this episode, Katharina does a deep dive on how heat pumps work and explains why we need many more of them.

Troy Helming, the CEO and Founder of EarthGrid, has a long history of success when it comes to clean energy ventures. A two-time unicorn founder, he headed two of the most successful renewable energy companies in the U.S.: wind developer Tradewind Energy and Pristine Sun, a leading developer of community utility-scale solar farms. Now, Troy is working on his latest endeavor - plasma-wielding, tunnel-boring robots. In this episode, Troy discusses how EarthGrid’s technology could help create sustainable, resilient, and cost-effective energy infrastructure worldwide.

Mehdy Touil, widely recognized as "the LNG guy" on LinkedIn, is considered an expert in the liquefaction industry. With a strong foundation in chemical engineering and experience at LNG facilities around the globe, he has since become a global leader in the sector. In this episode, Touil discusses the current state of LNG tech and how he utilized LinkedIn to become an industry influencer.

Our latest Energy Superhero, Mona Dajani, joins us to discuss the technologies and policies that will shape our sustainable future. A recognized expert in energy, she is the Global Head of Renewables, Hydrogen & Ammonia and Global Co-head of Energy & Infrastructure at law firm Shearman and Sterling. She also sits on the Board of Directors for the American Council on Renewable Energy (ACORE). With knowledge in many energy technologies and strategic startup growth, Mona provides deep insight into the energy industry's evolving landscape. In this episode, Mona reflects on the critical decisions currently faced by the energy industry and their far-reaching implications for our planet.

Our latest Energy Superhero, Florian Graichen, is the General Manager in charge of forestry and bio-based products at Scion, a New Zealand Crown Research Agency. With a strong background in chemical engineering and a hands-on role in Scion's biocomposites program, Florian plays a crucial role in steering the agency towards innovative and sustainable bio-based solutions. Through collaboration, innovation, and a deep-seated commitment to sustainability, Scion and Florian are championing the path to a greener, more prosperous future. In this episode, Florian discusses Scion’s growth over the past decade and emphasizes the agency’s important role in the bioeconomy.