Best Graphene Podcasts (2025)

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Graphene Tech With Better Specific Energy Than Lithium-Ion Batteries at Emtel Energy with Stephanie Choi Brookes 43:16

6d ago43:16

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Join host Sean White as he welcomes Stephanie Choi Brookes of Emtel Energy USA to discuss a revolutionary new approach to energy storage. Discover how graphene technology could reshape the future of power and hear stories from the front lines of innovation. Don’t miss this insightful conversation about what’s next in solar and storage! Topics cover…

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Triphene vs Graphene vs Ceramic Coatings – What’s Real and What’s Hype? 21:46

27d ago21:46

21:46

In this episode I’m breaking down one of the most confusing and overhyped topics in the detailing world right now—Triphene vs Graphene vs Ceramic Coatings. What even is Triphene? Is Graphene really better than ceramic? And do any of these coatings actually do what they say on the label—or are they just buzzwords made to sell you more bottles? I’ve …

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Graphene to Generational Wealth with Buddhika Jayasena 34:40

28d ago34:40

34:40

How does a high-level engineer become a trusted guide for building wealth? In this episode, Ginny Bolling talks with Buddhika Jayasena about his unique path from labs and research to helping professionals create financial freedom. Learn how small steps, the right tools, and smart planning can give you more time, more options, and less stress. If yo…

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John Perlin: Solar Historian, Forest Historian and Author 47:16

2d ago47:16

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Join Sean White as he talks with John Perlin, a well-known historian and author, about the history of solar energy and how it connects to human progress. John shares stories from his books and career, touching on everything from ancient solar use to the role of forests in shaping our world. It’s a laid-back, insightful episode for anyone into solar…

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Breaking: US Treasury Provides Guidance that is Good with Daniel Lotano of GoodLeap 54:34

3d ago54:34

54:34

In this podcast Dan Lotano, GoodLeap’s Chief Operating Officer, talks about the Treasury guidance that is good news, because it offers a smooth glidepath, rather than a hard landing. This podcast was recorded on August 15, 2025 at 11AM Pacific. Additionally, we talk about GoodLeap and their involvement with virtual power plants (VPPs), solar and st…

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Why chatbots lie, and can synthetic organs and AI replace animal testing? 31:53

4d ago31:53

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First up on the podcast, producer Meagan Cantwell and Contributing Correspondent Sara Reardon discuss alternative approaches to animal testing, from a heart on a chip to a miniorgan in a dish. Next on the show, Expert Voices columnist Melanie Mitchell and host Sarah Crespi dig into AI lies. Why do chatbots fabricate answers and pretend to do math? …

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How can we keep our homes cool in a changing climate? 28:11

4d ago28:11

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After three UK heatwaves, we turn to science for solutions that could keep us safer, and cooler, in our homes. Professor of Zero Carbon Design at the University of Bath, David Coley, explains how our houses could be better designed to handle climate change. This week the UK Space Conference has come to Manchester. Victoria Gill is joined by Tim O’B…

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The Real Benefits of Ceramic Spray Coatings (and How to Get the Most Out of Yours) 16:51

6d ago16:51

16:51

Most people only know half the story when it comes to ceramic spray coatings. In this episode, I’m breaking down the real benefits, what they actually do, and how to get the most out of them — no hype, just results. We’ll cover the three hidden benefits nobody talks about, why prep is everything, and my personal tips for application and maintenance…

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Designing Workspaces That Attract Top Talent with Joshua Smargiassi 31:46

7d ago31:46

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In this episode of Pivot to Prosperity, host Ginny Bolling connects with Joshua Smargiassi about creating workspaces that work as hard as you do. Joshua shares how to match furniture choices with a company’s culture, keep projects on budget without cutting quality, and design spaces that invite people in. You’ll learn the trends shaping modern offi…

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Space Solar: Watts Per kg is More Important Than Efficiency 43:56

8d ago43:56

43:56

In this episode, Sean White talks with Paul Warley, CEO of Ascent Solar Technologies, about the latest advances in solar panels for space. They cover how thin-film solar technology is changing satellite design, why weight and flexibility matter in orbit, and what makes space solar different from panels used on Earth. Paul also shares insights on ma…

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German Parliament, Hydrogen and The Clean Tech Business Club with Dr. Stefan Kaufmann on the SNEC Stage 18:26

11d ago18:26

18:26

In this episode, recorded at the SNEC Conference in Shanghai, the world’s largest solar and energy storage event, Sean meets with Dr. Stefan Kaufmann, former member of the German Parliament and Hydrogen Commissioner for the German government. Dr. Kaufman is now a consultant in the private sector and co-head of the hydrogen sector of the Clean Tech …

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Why anteaters keep evolving, and how giant whales get enough food to live 28:08

11d ago28:08

28:08

First up on the podcast, Online News Editor David Grimm brings stories on peacock feathers’ ability to emit laser light, how anteaters have evolved at least 12 times, and why we should be thanking ketchup for our French fries. Next on the show, rorqual whales, such as the massive blue whale, use a lunging strategy to fill their monster maws with se…

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How can we reduce the impact of plastic on the environment? 28:14

12d ago28:14

28:14

Next month world leaders will again gather to focus on dealing with our global plastic problem. So this week we’re looking for solutions. Marnie Chesterton hears from Professor of Sustainable Chemical Engineering at the University of Sheffield, Rachael Rothman on how we can engineer safer, more environmentally friendly plastics. And at the other en…

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Clay Mitt vs Clay Bar – What I Use and Why 17:06

13d ago17:06

17:06

Ever wondered if you should be using a clay mitt or a clay bar when detailing your car? In this episode, I break down my experience with both and share what I personally use today — and why. We cover: Why claying is essential for a smooth paint surface The pros and cons of each method Which one is faster, safer, and more effective for most jobs My …

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Microgrids with Kirk Edelman CEO SolMicrogrids EaaS = Energy as a Service 1:00:34

13d ago1:00:34

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In this episode, Sean White interviews Kirk Edelman, CEO of SolMicrogrid, who brings a unique perspective with a business degree and an electrical engineering degree. They dive into the intricacies of microgrids, energy as a service (EaaS), and the future of renewable energy. Topics include the unique business model of SolMicrogrid, the role of bat…

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She Builds Differently: Heart, Hustle, and Hard Hats with Daisy Leach 26:25

14d ago26:25

26:25

What does it take to build more than just buildings? In today’s powerful episode, Ginny Bolling welcomes Daisy Leach, who shares how she went from studying ancient ruins to leading multi-million-dollar commercial construction projects across Florida. As a young woman thriving in a male-dominated industry, Daisy opens up about her unconventional pat…

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Zero Homes App 3d Energy Model Inside Home Fun Conversation with Grant Gunnison 44:36

16d ago44:36

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In this episode, Sean interviews Grant Gunnison, founder, and CEO of Zero Homes. They discuss Grant's innovative company, which aims to simplify home upgrades and electrification for homeowners through a seamless digital platform. The conversation covers topics including nomadic lifestyles, the future of solar and energy storage, privacy concerns, …

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Invisible Factories: How Microbes Build Biofuels, Enzymes & Innovation 7:40

18d ago7:40

7:40

Original episode featuring humans: https://open.spotify.com/episode/1XOlKQksRk7hGE3DBmcRO8?si=ab50d3ccf7b14e31 Ever wondered how invisible microbes create biofuels, enzymes, and breakthrough materials? This AI Lab experiment dives into the science of industrial fermentation and bioprocess engineering, revealing how tiny organisms power some of the …

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Shanghai SNEC Conference Interview - Solar Manufacturing, Willis Ren of Osda Solar Explains OEM, OBM and ODM 14:58

18d ago14:58

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In this episode of the Sean White Solar and Energy Storage Podcast, recorded at the world's largest solar and storage conference, SNEC, host Sean White interviews Willis Ren, the marketing director for Osda Solar. They discuss the history and growth of Osda Solar, which was founded in 2009, and its extensive manufacturing capabilities including PV …

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Wartime science in Ukraine, what Neanderthals really ate, and visiting the city of the dead 51:33

19d ago51:33

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First up on the podcast, Contributing Correspondent Richard Stone joins host Sarah Crespi to talk about the toll of the ongoing conflict in Ukraine and how researchers have been mobilized to help the war effort. In June, Stone visited the basement labs where Ukrainian students modify off-the-shelf drones for war fighting and the facilities where bi…

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How do you turn facial expressions into music? 27:40

19d ago27:40

27:40

A microscopic water flea that could help monitor our waterways for pollution, turning both quantum circuits and facial expressions into music, and how animals use vibrations to sense the world around them. These are some of the cutting edge research projects being presented at the Royal Society Summer Science Exhibition in London. Victoria Gill is …

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What I’d Do Differently If I Started Detailing Today 23:43

20d ago23:43

23:43

If I had to start over from zero in the detailing world, here’s exactly what I’d do differently. From pricing mistakes and chasing the wrong clients, to waiting too long to get into a shop — I’m breaking it all down in this episode. Whether you're just getting started in detailing or you've been at it a few years and feel stuck, this video will hel…

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Grid Forming Inverters and More: Inverter Consultant Ignacio Carellan of Inverter Advisor 36:56

20d ago36:56

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In this episode, Sean White talks with Ignacio Carellan, founding director of Inverter Advisor, a company dedicated to helping large-scale solar projects avoid costly inverter failures. They explore the growing importance of grid-forming inverters, the role of reliability testing, and key considerations when designing utility-scale systems. With in…

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The Groundwork of Generational Wealth with Dan Wilson 31:23

21d ago31:23

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In today’s episode of Pivot to Prosperity, Ginny chats with commercial real estate advisor Dan Wilson to unpack the strategy and vision behind successful real estate investing. With a sharp eye for opportunity and a heart for legacy, Dan shares how investors can stay nimble in today’s market, what makes a land deal meaningful, and why understanding…

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Episode 81: OSIRIS-REx Findings 31:40

21d ago31:40

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NASA’s Origins, Spectral Interpretation, Resource Identification and Security – Regolith Explorer (OSIRIS-REx) mission returned to Earth in September 2023 to drop off a sample of rocks and dust from the near-Earth, carbonaceous asteroid Bennu. The first U.S. mission to collect untouched, pristine material from an asteroid is giving scientists a gli…

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Solar Tape with Bacon and Metallica Analogies: Jenna Miles from Avery Dennison 21:57

23d ago21:57

21:57

Avery Dennison makes solar tape! In this episode, Jenna Miles talks about how their specialty tapes are finding new roles in solar panel manufacturing, helping with things like ease of installation, cleaner production, and design flexibility. It's a look at how materials from outside the solar world are quietly contributing to innovation in the ind…

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We Will Survive Without Tax Credits: Stephen Smith’s Optimism in Light of Losing the Solar ITC 44:27

25d ago44:27

44:27

Sean White and special guest Stephen Smith, CEO of Solvida Energy Group, talked about what’s going on in the solar world today, including tax credits, market changes, and new ideas helping the industry grow. They also touch on policy shifts and how solar is spreading around the world. Key Topics: History of the investment tax credit (ITC) Impact of…

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Robots that eat other robots, and an ancient hot spot of early human relatives 34:45

26d ago34:45

34:45

First up on the podcast, South Africa’s Cradle of Humankind is home to the world’s greatest concentration of ancestral human remains, including our own genus, Homo, Australopithecus, and a more robust hominin called Paranthropus. Proving they were there at the same time is challenging, but new fossil evidence seems to point to coexistence. Producer…

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What happens when you bomb a uranium enrichment site? 28:03

26d ago28:03

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All eyes have been on three of Iran’s nuclear facilities this week. The targets of an attack on Saturday by the United States. Marnie Chesterton asks Professor Simon Middleburgh, nuclear materials scientist at the Nuclear Futures Institute at Bangor University what the impact could have been. As the first images are revealed from the world’s most p…

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Since the First Earth Day: Ken Bossong’s 50+ Year Renewable Mission 39:25

27d ago39:25

39:25

In this episode, we sit down with Ken Bossong, executive director of the Sun Day Campaign and a clean energy advocate who’s been active since the very first Earth Day in 1970. With over 50 years of experience pushing for renewable energy solutions, Ken shares stories from the early solar movement, the rise of wind and solar power, and why nuclear m…

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Out of the Box: Solar where you least expect it 13:51

27d ago13:51

13:51

The “Out of the Box” mini-series begins with a look at the fascinating world of inventions in the energy sector. From compact switchgear systems hidden inside wind turbines to solar panels floating on water, this episode explores how unexpected inventions are redefining the way energy is generated. A light-hearted conversation between EPO patent ex…

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Solar from NorCal to Antarctica with Ben Bachelder 42:12

30d ago42:12

42:12

Sean welcomes Ben Batchelder, Multi-Family Engineering Manager at Aspen Power, for an in-depth conversation about the solar energy industry. They discuss Ben’s career journey, from his early days at Sunlight and Power to his current role. Topics include the evolution of solar technology, the distinction between residential and commercial solar proj…

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SNEC Talks: Nabih Cherradi, Solar C-Level Executive of Huge Solar Companies 11:19

1M ago11:19

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In this episode of Sean White's Solar and Energy Storage Podcast, Sean interviews Nabih Cherradi, a longtime industry expert with over 34 years of experience. The interview takes place at the SNEC conference in Shanghai, the world's largest solar and storage event. Nabih discusses his extensive career, including his PhD work, involvement in manufac…

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Studying a shark-haunted island, and upgrading our microbiomes with engineered bacteria 36:50

1M ago36:50

36:50

First up on the podcast, Réunion Island had a shark attack crisis in2011 and closed its beaches for more than a decade. Former News Intern Alexa Robles-Gil joins host Sarah Crespi to talk about how researchers have used that time to study the island’s shark populations and test techniques for preventing attacks, in the hopes of protecting lives and…

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Are trees the answer to solving climate change? 28:22

1M ago28:22

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As a new warning is released by scientists that trying to offset our carbon emissions by planting trees alone won’t work, we investigate the role the Earth’s forests are playing in the fight against climate change. Marnie Chesterton is joined by Mark Maslin, Professor of Earth System Science at University College London, to help answer our top five…

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I Can’t Believe How People Are Using My Products… 16:07

1M ago16:07

16:07

I created these products for detailing cars… but apparently, you guys had way more creative ideas than I ever expected. In this episode, I’m sharing some of the wildest and smartest ways the Jimbo’s Detailing community is using products like Super Soaper, Complete Cabin Cleaner, Tough As Shell, and Pure Magic Cleaner — from: Cleaning bugs off semi-…

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Al Solar Applications with Thresh Power's Mark Grozen-Smith 52:49

1M ago52:49

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Thresh power can analyze a lot of data at once for large solar projects and then answer queries about those projects. Meet Mark Grozen-Smith, founder and CEO of Thresh Power. Learn about practical solutions for energy project diligence, how AI is changing the industry, and what’s ahead for large-scale solar and wind projects. Topics covered: Thresh…

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Tax Secrets in the Walls You Own with Dr. Dan Boyd 41:31

1M ago41:31

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In today’s episode of Pivot to Prosperity, host Ginny Bolling connects with Dr. Dan Boyd of CSSI to explain how new bonus depreciation laws are helping real estate investors keep more money in their pockets. From rentals to retail, Dan shares how cost segregation can unlock major tax savings even on smaller deals and why now is the time to act. You…

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Turning over a new leaf for sustainable paper 32:30

1M ago32:30

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In this episode of Talk Innovation, host Ed Cooke sits down with Valentyn Frechka, the co-founder and Chief Technology Officer of Releaf Paper, in a conversation recorded during a live online event. Valentyn shares his remarkable journey of turning a school project into a business that transforms fallen leaves into raw material for the paper and pa…

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Greg Smith the Snarky Solar Guy and Best-Selling Author 1:08:53

1M ago1:08:53

1:08:53

Join Sean White and Greg Smith, the Snarky Solar Guy, as they talk about the ups and downs of solar energy and battery storage. They cover everything from dealing with unexpected weather to the latest updates in the solar world. This episode has honest conversations, useful tips, and a look at what Greg’s working on next. Tune in for a fun mix of j…

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SNEC 2025 Podcast: From Shanghai to Panama with Two Juan Carloses of NSolar 28:19

1M ago28:19

28:19

In this episode of the Sean White Solar and Energy Storage Podcast, Sean White is joined by two of his good friends, both named Juan Carlos, in Shanghai. The discussion revolves around their experiences in the solar industry, particularly in Panama, where they have implemented solar and storage systems. They share their journey of achieving NABCEP …

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A tardi party for the ScienceAdviser newsletter, and sled dog genomes 25:52

1M ago25:52

25:52

First up on the podcast, Newsletter Editor Christie Wilcox joins host Sarah Crespi to celebrate the 2-year anniversary of ScienceAdviser with many stories about the amazing water bear. They also discuss links between climate change, melting glaciers, and earthquakes in the Alps, as well as what is probably the first edible laser. Next on the show, …

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What science is the UK government funding? 28:13

1M ago28:13

28:13

How do you plan for the scientific discoveries of the future? That’s the question Chancellor Rachel Reeves had to try to answer with this week’s Spending Review. She allocated more than 22 billion pounds a year by 2029/30 for research and development which was described as a boost for science. Robin Bisson, UK News Editor for news website Research …

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Polish vs Compound – What I’ve Learned Developing My Own Formula 20:57

1M ago20:57

20:57

Ever wondered what really makes a polish different from a compound? In this episode, I’m sharing everything I’ve learned while developing my own one-step polish, including the surprising stuff most people never hear about. From abrasive types and oil blends to the differences between Chinese, American, and European abrasive suppliers, this episode …

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Solar Marketing without Door Knockers with JP DZahr The World of Code 38:51

1M ago38:51

38:51

Sean interviews JP DZahr, an expert in digital marketing with experience at Microsoft, Boeing, and the banking industry. JP shares his journey from corporate marketing to creating niche market platforms for the solar industry. They go through topics like pay-per-click advertising, geotargeting, and generating leads through content-rich platforms. J…

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From Rock Bottom to Residuals with Tim Davis 29:52

1M ago29:52

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What does it take to bounce back after losing everything? In this episode, Ginny Bolling welcomes Tim Davis, who shares how he went from bankruptcy in 2008 to building a property management company with over 700 doors and eventually retiring early through real estate. You’ll hear how he bought his first rental at 18, used creative financing to buil…

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The Big Bad Bill 18:39

1M ago18:39

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Sean talks to himself like a crazy person about the Big Bad Bill and why we should stay optimistic and kick fossil fuels ass! One way of compensating for anything that the government throws at you is to work hard and make yourself irreplaceable. One way of doing this is proving yourself invaluable with a NABCEP certification. With or without tax cr…

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Renewable Energy and AI with Navdeep Martin CEO of Flypower at Clean Power 25 ACP 25:33

1M ago25:33

25:33

Sean talks with Navdeep Martin, CEO and co-founder of Flypower, at the American Clean Power (ACP) Clean Power 25 conference in Pheonix. Flypower is leveraging AI to enhance renewable energy projects. Navdeep, a former speaker at the big NorCal Solar event recently in Oakland, discusses Fly Power's mission to streamline the process of securing permi…

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Hans-Josef Fell Started the Feed-In-Tariff: (The Most Important Person Alive) 1:21:46

2M ago1:21:46

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Solar energy was the most expensive energy in the world 25 years ago and now it is the least expensive energy in the world. This is because Hans-Josef Fell invented a policy called the Feed-in-Tariff (FIT) that made it a good financial decision to invest in solar back when solar was very expensive. This caused mass production of solar technologies …

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Losing years of progress against HIV, and farming plastic on Mars 31:12

2M ago31:12

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First up on the podcast, U.S. aid helped two African countries rein in HIV. Then came President Donald Trump. Senior News Correspondent Jon Cohen talks with producer Kevin McLean about how in Lesotho and Eswatini, treatment and prevention cutbacks are hitting pregnant people, children, and teens especially hard. This story is part of a series about…

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