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Factor This

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Clean Energy
Renewable Energy
Climate Change
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Clean Energy Transition
Nuclear Energy
Energy Transition
Biden Administration
Geothermal Energy
Virtual Power Plants
California
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Distributed Energy Resources
Community Solar
Texas

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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This Week in Cleantech is a weekly podcast covering the most impactful stories in clean energy and climate featuring Paul Gerke of Factor This and Tigercomm’s Mike Casey.

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This Week in Cleantech is a weekly podcast covering the most impactful stories in clean energy and climate featuring Paul Gerke of Factor This and Tigercomm’s Mike Casey.

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Recent Guests

Emily Pontecorvo
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Valerie Volkovich
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Andrew Redd
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Episode: This Week in Cleantech (06/19/2026) - What does global energy trade look like after US-Iran deal?
Caitlin Marquis
Managing Director at Advanced Energy United
Advanced Energy United
Episode: How we benefit from transmission competition | Factor This Policycast
Paul Cicio
Chair of the Electricity Transmission Competition Coalition
ETCC
Episode: How we benefit from transmission competition | Factor This Policycast
Michael Grasso
CEO and founder of GridRails
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Episode: Unifying awareness, control, and settlements to solve grid instability
Ben Storrow
Reporter for E&E News, co-author of the piece Ready to Cave, How Liberal Governors Warmed to Trump's Pipelines
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Episode: This Week in Cleantech (06/04/2026) - Why are some Democratic governors backing Trump's gas pipelines?
Kate Shonk
Policy Principal, Building Electrification - Advanced Energy United
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Rebecca Puck Stair
Director, State Energy Office for New Mexico
New Mexico Energy, Minerals, and Natural Resources Department
Episode: Stalled federal funding is freeing up to aid homeowners eyeing energy efficiency

Hosts

Mike Casey
Cleantech commentator and Tigercomm executive, focused on policy, markets, and industry analysis.
Paul Gerke
Factor This content director and co-host, with deep involvement in content strategy and industry storytelling.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 80 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
    Switzerlanda year 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 Statesa year ago
  • Solid show!

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

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    natgas&solar
    United Statesa year 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 States3 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 States3 years ago

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Guest diversity and practical industry context are frequently praised for decision-makers.
Shows are considered essential for staying up-to-date in the renewables and grid space.
Listeners appreciate the concise format and mix of humor with serious analysis.

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This Week in Cleantech (06/19/2026) - What does global energy trade look like after US-Iran deal?
Q: What is the net impact of these developments on average Americans as consumers and rate payers in the next six months?
Gasoline prices have shown some relief and could be lower around the midterms, but the overall outcome remains uncertain due to ongoing negotiations and broader market dynamics; consumers may see fluctuating prices with potential short-term relief followed by continued volatility depending on geopolitical developments and policy actions.
How we benefit from transmission competition | Factor This Policycast
Q: How does competitive transmission bidding influence affordability and the overall cost of transmission?
Data from ETCC and R Street show substantial cost savings on competitive projects, with reductions around 30-40% in some studies, and even when counting the solicitation window, competitive projects tend to come in faster and with cost guarantees that protect ratepayers.
Unifying awareness, control, and settlements to solve grid instability
Q: What barriers exist to broader adoption of this orchestration approach, and how can they be addressed?
Barriers include orchestration complexity, consumer engagement, and friction within grid modernization efforts; these are addressed by creating a single transparent platform, simplifying enrollment, and offering real-time incentives that reward participation.
Unifying awareness, control, and settlements to solve grid instability
Q: How does real-time settlement change the economics for energy transactions compared to the traditional settlement cycles?
Real-time settlement reduces the latency from days or months to sub-two-second updates, enabling instant incentives and faster reconciliation between energy suppliers and consumers, which improves cash flow and encourages participation.
Unifying awareness, control, and settlements to solve grid instability
Q: What is GridRails' core value proposition for utilities dealing with DERs and VPPs?
GridRails provides an agnostic, software-as-a-service platform that unifies devices across OEMs, enabling real-time awareness, control, and settlements so utilities can manage and incentivize devices within their territory in real time.

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A fast-paced, business-focused energy show that blends concise weekly roundups with deep-dive interviews from journalists, researchers, and industry leaders. It covers grid modernization, renewables deployment, data-center power needs, and policy shifts shaping the energy transition, often pairing rigorous analysis with practical takeaways for utilities, developers, and investors. A standout is the recurring format: a tight 15-minute roundup paired with expert guests and timely reporting, delivering actionable context for decision-makers navigating evolving markets and regulations.

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