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Energy Changemakers Podcast

Energy Changemakers
Distributed Energy Resources
Community Solar
Energy Efficiency
Solar Energy
Sustainability
Energy Independence
Distributed Energy
Renewable Energy
Geothermal Energy
Decentralized Energy
Electricity Costs
Utilities
Urban Housing
Fuel Cells
Renewable Natural Gas
Financial Modeling
Energy Saving
Demand Flexibility
Clean Energy
Lower Income Communities

As the energy grid faces unprecedented changes, local energy solutions are increasingly needed. Hosted by Elisa Wood, an experienced energy journalist, The Energy Changemakers Podcast brings you into the heart of these transformations. Each episode features in-depth discussions with industry leaders pioneering the move toward a decentralized grid. From technological innovations to policy changes —... more

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Latest Episodes

Utility monopolies were meant to keep the lights on, but have they also opened the door to corruption that slows energy innovation?

Elisa talks with Dick Munson, veteran clean-energy advocate and author of Power Corrupts, about the scandals that roc... more

Two energy giants come together with a new strategy

The global data center boom is colliding head-on with one of the most pressing bottlenecks in the energy sector: access to reliable, timely power. In this episode, host Elisa Wood sits down with Ji... more

Guest: Bruce Nordman, Retired Research Scientist, Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory

After nearly 40 years at Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory, Bruce Nordman has stepped into retirement — leaving with some big ideas about the future of our e... more

In this episode of Energy Changemakers, host Elisa Wood sits down with renowned energy economist Skip Laitner to explore the surprising ways our “stuff” — from food waste to excess parking lots — is shaping our energy use, economy, and environment. D... more

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Recent Guests

Dick Munson
An expert on environmental and clean-energy issues, and author of "Power Corrupts"
Episode: Is Utility Corruption Impeding Energy Innovation?
Jim Mozell
Senior Director of Strategic Partnerships at Siemens Energy
Siemens Energy
Episode: How to Speed Microgrid Development for Data Centers
Juan Colina
Data center and IT segment leader at Eaton
Eaton
Episode: How to Speed Microgrid Development for Data Centers
Bruce Nordman
Retired research scientist with insights into energy use and electric grid innovations.
Lawrence Berkeley National Lab
Episode: What It Really Takes to Make a Customer-Centric Electricity System
Skip Laitner
Energy economist known for his work at the EPA and the American Council for an Energy Efficient Economy
Episode: Less Waste, More Productivity: An Economist’s Take on Our Energy Dilemma
Hillary Brown
Former director of the Urban Sustainability Program at City College of New York and author of "Revitalize, Resettle"
Episode: Is Small Town America Ready for Climate Migration?
Mark Feasel
Former leader at Schneider Electric and FuelCell Energy, expert in distributed energy resources
Episode: Maximizing the Value of Your Molecule: An Interview with Mark Feasel
Ruben Llanes
Chief Technology Officer of Schneider Electric
Schneider Electric
Episode: Grids Are the Center of Everything
Alok Singhania
Senior partner at Gridscape, a microgrid technology developer
Gridscape
Episode: How Can Microgrids Achieve the Holy Grail of Scalability?

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Elisa Wood
Host of discussions focusing on energy transformation and sustainable practices, an experienced energy journalist with a proven record in the industry.

Reviews

4.5 out of 5 stars from 9 ratings
  • Thank you Elisa, for this great pod aimed at the bullseye of what I hope will be the core architecture of the future clean energy grid: microgrids!

    Podcast Addict
    5
    SCSierraDave
    2 months ago

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Is Utility Corruption Impeding Energy Innovation?
Q: How does corruption get in the way of energy innovation?
Corruption increases costs and stifles modernization efforts, as monopolies gain access to subsidies and avoid accountability, which can hinder the development of cleaner energy solutions.
Is Utility Corruption Impeding Energy Innovation?
Q: What is the relationship between utilities, regulators, and lawmakers?
Utilities maintain a close alliance with regulators and lawmakers, often leading to regulatory capture and potential bribery to influence decisions.
Is Utility Corruption Impeding Energy Innovation?
Q: Can you explain what happened with FirstEnergy and Commonwealth Edison?
In Illinois, Commonwealth Edison provided $1.3 million for legislation that benefited them, while FirstEnergy in Ohio engaged in a $1.3 billion bailout scheme through dark money contributions.
Is Utility Corruption Impeding Energy Innovation?
Q: What brought you to write this book?
Dick Munson was fascinated by the electricity industry and saw a growing concern regarding corruption in the sector, leading him to explore its impact on energy innovation.
How to Speed Microgrid Development for Data Centers
Q: What about North America, Jim? Are there any places where you run into regulatory issues?
Regulatory hurdles exist, particularly around permitting for on-site generation in various regions.

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2. Jim Mozell
3. Juan Colina
4. Bruce Nordman
5. Skip Laitner
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7. Mark Feasel
8. Ruben Llanes

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