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Launched in 2022, the Factor This Podcast has featured many of the most influential leaders driving the energy transition. From solar and battery storage executives to utility CEOs, the Factor This Podcast brings unique insights and answers to the energy industry’s most pressing challenges. Go beyond high-level trends and mainstream talking points with actionable takeaways.

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Recent Guests

Brian Fellon
Senior Vice President of Power Solutions at Xpansiv
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Episode: How utilities are transitioning from short-term battery applications to long-term BESS planning
Arcelia Martin
Reporter at Inside Climate News discussing battery reuse for grid applications.
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Episode: This Week in Cleantech (02/20/2026) - Putting retired EV batteries back to work
Mike Innocenzo
Executive Vice President and Chief Operating Officer at Exelon
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Episode: Prioritizing affordability while modernizing the grid, with Exelon EVP and COO Mike Innocenzo
Jon Chesto
Colleague at The Boston Globe
The Boston Globe
Episode: This Week in Cleantech (01/30/2026) - How much can New England really depend on Canadian hydro?
Austin Hastings
Vice President, Gas Engineering at PG&E
Pacific Gas and Electric
Episode: PG&E defines a new utility model for data centers, onsite gas, and community connection
Mike Medeiros
Vice President, Strategic Commercial Solutions at PG&E
Pacific Gas and Electric
Episode: PG&E defines a new utility model for data centers, onsite gas, and community connection
Meghan Dewey
Senior Vice President of Products & Services and Pricing Solutions at Duke Energy
Duke Energy
Episode: Meghan Dewey helps define a human-centric utility at Duke Energy
Ivan Penn
Reporter for The New York Times covering energy
The New York Times
Episode: This Week in Cleantech (01/09/2026) - Time for a nuclear renaissance?
Jo-Jo Hubbard
Co-founder and CEO of Electron, focused on optimizing the grid and integrating distributed energy resources.
Electron
Episode: How are DER flexibility markets transforming the grid and enabling utility savings?

Hosts

Jeremiah Karpowicz
Factor This content director and co-host, involved in discussions focused on cleantech issues.
Paul Gerke
Content director and co-host, engaging in key narratives within the energy transition and cleantech arena.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 79 ratings
  • Informative and Entertaining

    I really get a lot out of this podcast despite it being fairly short. The hosts mix a blend of humor and seriousness, and the guest each week gives a peek behind the curtain at the work of journalism.

    It’s a great listen for anyone who cares about facts and what is best for the USA and world when it comes to energy.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    shafflo
    Switzerland5 months ago
  • Always interesting and entertaining

    Paul Gerke and Mike Casey go over five interesting stories each week in “this week in Cleantech”. And Gerke periodically dives into interviews with SMEs about important topics related to the energy transition. Essential listening for those involved in renewables.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    He's Thrifty Allright
    United States6 months ago
  • Solid show!

    It made it into my (hard to get into) follow newsfeed!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    natgas&solar
    United States10 months ago
  • Truly Insightful

    I have worked in solar for many year. Sole continues to expand at a crazy pace and it is hard to keep up with the relevant developments. This podcast has helped me stay up to date and surveys as a pivotal jump off point for my own research. Keep up the great work! It is appreciated!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    photonimpact
    United States2 years ago
  • Makes keeping up with cleantech easy and digestible

    I listen every week to get my right-sized amount of cleantech news, as the landscape can sometimes be a bit daunting to keep track of on my own. The guys have a great conversation flow and complement each other well in their approach to different issues. Highly recommend to anyone interested in the cleantech/renewables space. Looking forward to future episodes!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    erpdc
    United States2 years ago

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Hosts mix humor with serious topics, making it an engaging and informative experience.
Reviewers express gratitude for the value and information derived from each episode, especially professionals in the cleantech sector.
The podcast is recommended for anyone invested in renewable energy and climate discussions, highlighting its importance and relevance.
Listeners appreciate the concise summaries of complex topics, making it accessible.

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This Week in Cleantech (02/20/2026) - Putting retired EV batteries back to work
Q: What do companies say about the performance of retired EV batteries?
Companies project that retired EV batteries can still perform effectively for about six to eight years in stationary applications.
This Week in Cleantech (02/20/2026) - Putting retired EV batteries back to work
Q: What is the big takeaway from the story you reported on retired EV batteries?
The big takeaway is that B2U Storage Solutions repurposes retired EV batteries for grid applications, enhancing energy storage solutions in Texas.
Prioritizing affordability while modernizing the grid, with Exelon EVP and COO Mike Innocenzo
Q: What advice would you have for other utilities in terms of communicating what they're doing around affordability?
Utilities should communicate the challenges clearly, inform customers about their investment efforts, and ensure they control costs and prioritize effectively.
Prioritizing affordability while modernizing the grid, with Exelon EVP and COO Mike Innocenzo
Q: How do you balance immediate boots on the ground needs with longer-term smart grid investments?
By ensuring that immediate improvements also provide long-term benefits, like storm hardening that increases resilience while also enhancing capacity.
Prioritizing affordability while modernizing the grid, with Exelon EVP and COO Mike Innocenzo
Q: What does affordability mean to you from a practical perspective and how are you addressing that internally while also communicating how this is a priority to your customers?
Affordability means understanding cost drivers and controlling our own costs while making prudent investments in the grid and working with energy suppliers to balance supply and demand.

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Focused on the energy transition and cleantech landscape, the content features insights from influencers in solar, battery storage, and utility sectors. The series includes a unique blend of interviews with leaders tackling industry challenges, as well as a succinct weekly segment covering the major news stories in climate and clean energy. This approach not only informs listeners about the latest developments but also provides actionable insights that extend beyond surface-level discussions, making it suitable for anyone interested in the future of energy and sustainability.

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