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Data Centers
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Currents is a podcast published by Norton Rose Fulbright that features in-depth discussions on the latest developments in project finance. The podcast is hosted by partner Todd Alexander, who interviews key business leaders and policy makers to investigate important trends affecting the energy and infrastructure space.

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In host Jim Berger’s first episode, Laura Pagliarulo, CEO of SolaREIT, discusses how solar and battery storage developers can use real estate assets as a source of capital to fund project development, construction readiness and pipeline growth.

Ralph Cho, co‑chief executive officer and founding member of Apterra Infrastructure Finance, joins host Todd Alexander to discuss the rapid growth of data center financing, evolving debt market structures and broader trends in project finance. Plus, ... more

Alan Cordova, head of strategy at Empact Technologies, discusses how developers can manage compliance risks related to prevailing wage, FEOC restrictions and beginning‑of‑construction requirements to protect tax credits.

Dorian Hunt, partner and head of renewable energy at Leo Berwick, discusses how evolving FEOC restrictions, tax credit market dynamics and regulatory uncertainty are affecting renewable energy development and financing.

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Recent Guests

Ralph Cho
Co-Chief Executive Officer and Founding Member of Apterra
Apterra
Episode: Ep355: How Data Centers Are Reshaping Project Finance
Alan Cordova
Head of strategy at Empact Technologies
Empact Technologies
Episode: Ep354: How Developers Can Protect Their Tax Credits
Dorian Hunt
Legal counsel
Leo Berwick
Episode: Ep353: Navigating FEOC and Tax Credit Uncertainty
Nick Bradley
Director of Renewable Advisory at Arcadia (formerly NG Impact)
Arcadia
Episode: Ep352: Key Developments in the Energy Sector
John Stroud
Managing Director at Limes Renewable Energy North America
Limes Renewable Energy
Episode: Ep351: Challenges and Opportunities in Distributed Solar
Ben Roberts
Leads a team at Texel Group, a credit insurance broker
Texel Group
Episode: Ep350: How Lenders Manage Credit Risk with Insurance
Adil Sener
Executive at PEI Global Partners
PEI Global Partners
Episode: Ep349: Meeting Surging Power Demand with Gas Assets
Zaid Ashai
CEO of Nexamp
Nexamp
Episode: Ep347: The Role of Distributed Solar in a High‑Demand Grid
Kevin Kong
CEO and founder of Everstar
Everstar
Episode: Ep346: Rethinking Nuclear Approvals in the AI Era

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Todd Alexander
Host and lead interviewer focused on project finance and energy policy.

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 238 ratings
  • Shame multi-billion funders can’t afford good mics

    Otherwise good podcast, but crazy that the cost of capital episode sounds like it was recorded in 1930

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    3
    DanielEnergy
    Denmark5 months ago
  • Sound quality

    Sound quality not up to the content quality level. Cost of capital podcast sounds like the participants are on the far side of the moon

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    patrick32101
    Ireland6 months ago
  • Good content

    I appreciate the depth of information coverage. My only criticism is audio quality. I listen to a lot of podcasts, and Currents has noticeably worse audio quality.

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    Jkenn12
    United States3 years ago
  • Expert analysis

    Timely, relevant and expert analysis of topics related to project finance and renewable energy.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    nottinx
    United States3 years ago
  • Great content. Need better audio/recording

    The content is really good. Please figure out audio quality as it is less than par quality. It applies specifically to hosts.

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    BrevityRules
    United States3 years ago

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Content is timely and actionable for practitioners.
Audio quality is frequently cited as an area for improvement.
Listeners appreciate direct access to industry leaders and practical takeaways.
High-quality discussions on regulatory and financing trends for energy projects.
Excellent expert analysis on project finance and renewables.

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Ep354: How Developers Can Protect Their Tax Credits
Q: What are the mistakes people are making when approaching FIAC and related requirements?
Common mistakes include underestimating the depth of documentation for FIAC, misclassifying labor and ownership structures, and failing to monitor ongoing obligations. The fixes involve thorough upfront due diligence, clear contractual triggers, and continuous documentation across the project life cycle to withstand due diligence by tax equity and lenders.
Ep354: How Developers Can Protect Their Tax Credits
Q: Where from your perspective is the biggest gap in knowledge and how do you advise clients?
The biggest gap is the type and extent of documentation required for FIAC, with buyers needing extensive, consistent records to substantiate eligibility and ongoing obligations, not just a good faith claim about suppliers. Clients should document ownership, control, and material assistance carefully and maintain an ongoing monitoring system, as gaps can jeopardize the entire credit.
Ep355: How Data Centers Are Reshaping Project Finance
Q: How big is the data center market and how does it compare to the rest of the project financing market?
The data center market accounts for roughly a third of project financings and is growing fast, with annualized volumes potentially exceeding 100 billion dollars for the year; banks remain a core lender, but private credit and insurance companies are increasingly involved to bring down the cost of capital and diversify funding sources.
Ep353: Navigating FEOC and Tax Credit Uncertainty
Q: Are repowering projects gaining traction under the new regime?
Yes, repowering is attracting more attention as a way to extend useful life of wind assets and unlock additional credits, though the arrangements must be carefully structured to reflect true business purpose and avoid circular cash flows.
Ep353: Navigating FEOC and Tax Credit Uncertainty
Q: What is the market doing with regard to tax credit transfers and insurance given FIAC uncertainty?
The market remains active but cautious; insurance is increasingly used to wrap credit risk, and participants are waiting for clarity on FIAC to finalize deals and pricing.

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What is Currents about and what kind of topics does it cover?

The program centers on project finance and energy infrastructure, featuring conversations with leaders and policymakers about emerging trends, regulatory shifts, and financing structures shaping large-scale developments. Recent episodes emphasize risk management in solar, distributed generation, advanced nuclear licensing, and the evolving tax credit and FEOC landscapes, with practical takeaways for lenders, developers, and investors. A standout pattern is the blend of technical finance detail with policy context, offering listeners timely insights into how capital flows, incentive programs, and regulatory changes impact project timelines and economics.

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Currents launched 10 years ago and published 358 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.

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1. Ralph Cho
2. Alan Cordova
3. Dorian Hunt
4. Nick Bradley
5. John Stroud
6. Ben Roberts
7. Adil Sener
8. Zaid Ashai

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