Energy Superheroes

#53: Piecing Together the Sustainability Puzzle - Alice Schmidt

Our latest Energy Superhero, Alice Schmidt, joins host Peter Perri to shed light on her comprehensive approach to sustainability. As a renowned speaker and consultant in the sustainability space, Alice brings to the table her unique perspective on the intersection of people, planet, and profit. She is the author of acclaimed book “The Sustainability Puzzle”, in which she unpacks her six essential "puzzle pieces" for sustainability: climate action, circular economy, technology, responsible consumption, sustainable business, and social justice. In this episode, Alice delivers impactful insights on how we can employ these puzzle pieces to create a better future for all.

#52: A Global Approach to Net Zero - Manoj Kumar

“Ecoprenuer” Manoj Kumar is moving the needle on the energy transition in his home country of India and beyond. As the founder and CEO of Net Zero Think, Manoj provides businesses with disruptive climate solutions to push them down the path of decarbonization. The company is focused on some of today’s hardest to abate sectors, including things like cement, steel, coal, and power plants. In this episode, Manoj explains how Net Zero Think helps companies drive down carbon emissions, making the energy transition a reality today.

#51: A Fully Charged Electric Future - Dan Caesar

As the CEO (and occasional presenter) on top Youtube channel Fully Charged, Dan Caesar knows what’s what in the world of electrification. He boasts over 20 years of experience in the clean energy space, covering everything from electric vehicles, to solar, to batteries, and beyond. Since 2016, he has helped grow Fully Charged into the world’s number one show on electric vehicles and clean energy. In this episode, Dan dives into his work with Fully Charged and the exciting future he sees for electric vehicles.

#50: Can banks solve the climate crisis? - James Vaccaro

To really effect change when it comes to climate, we need to start putting our money where our mouth is. Our latest guest, James Vaccaro, is doing just that as the Executive Director of Climate Safe Lending Network. The organization works to align bank lending with climate friendly solutions, bringing together important voices from banking, academia, government, and beyond. In this episode, James talks about the big role banks have to play in the energy transition and what his company is doing to nudge them in the right direction.

#49: Storytelling as a Climate Solution - Mimi Kalinda

Could storytelling be the key to tackling the climate crisis? Mimi Kalinda thinks so. Based in Johannesburg, South Africa, Mimi is the Founder and Chief Narrative Shaper of her company Storytelling and Leadership. She helps today’s leaders define their story in today’s ever-digitized world. In this episode, we dive into the importance of storytelling and how it can help jumpstart the energy transition.

#48: What does success mean to you? - Johanna Godinez

Johanna Godinez just might have cracked the code on success. As the Founder of B.A.Y. Lifestyle, she helps people uncover their true potential and break down barriers in both their personal and professional lives. Her proprietary Evolutionary Life Mapping method is applauded for helping clients understand their path to fulfillment and set the right goals to get them there. In this episode, we talk about the many definitions of success and the journey that Johanna took to find hers.

How do we verify carbon reductions? - Andrew Griffiths

We’re all trying to reach net zero, but how exactly are we validating that process? Andrew Griffiths might have the answer. As the Director of Policy and Partnerships at Planet Mark, Andrew helps companies with carbon verification and certifies businesses on their net zero journey. He is also the Chair of the National Sustainability Task Force at the Institute of Directors and a TEDx speaker, bringing a wealth of knowledge on sustainable business and policy. In this episode, we talk about how Planet Mark is moving the needle on CO2 emissions and Andrew’s take on our energy future. We even chitchat about things like the Royal Family and the recent (and sometimes scary) surge in AI. 

The Future of Transport Energy - Tammy Klein

Our latest Energy Superhero is an expert when it comes to sustainable transport energy solutions. As the Founder and CEO of Transport Energy Strategies, Tammy Klein is helping drive innovation around next generation fuels that are integral to the energy transition. She helps her clients understand the ins and outs of policy, market, and technology concerns surrounding low (or no!) carbon fuels. In this episode, Tammy paints a picture of the current state of global energy and how she sees that evolving in the years to come.

Investing in Decarbonization - Stephen Harrison

If you’re thinking of investing in decarbonization, have a chat with Stephen Harrison. As the founder of SPH4 Consulting, Stephen provides guidance for investors looking to make smart decisions about decarbonization tech. His expertise includes everything from hydrogen to e-fuels to carbon capture and storage to ammonia and more. In this episode, Stephen highlights some key energy developments he’s currently focused on and lays out his projections for our net zero future.

Why We Can’t Quit Oil - Tom Kirkman

Why can't we quit oil? Are fossil fuels here to stay? As an accomplished project manager and PMO consultant, Tom Kirkman explains his perspective. He has worked with oil companies in over 30 countries throughout his career, including projects across offshore oil platforms, oil refineries, petrochemical plants, and more. In this episode, Tom explains why quitting fossil fuels is perhaps not such a good idea. While Tom remains convinced that fossil fuel production will need to increase (not decrease!) in the coming decades, he and our host Peter Perri had a healthy discussion on how hydrogen might facilitate an energy transition.