Episodes

Sponsored by ABB – Helping industries outrun leaner and cleaner. Summary In this episode, host Joe Batir speaks with Violeta Tostanoski, Head of Corporate Development at Mitsubishi Power Americas. The discuss the complexities of financing clean energy projects, the role of technology risk, and strategies for developing sustainable capital stacks in different markets. Violeta’s Book Recommendation: Hidden Potential by Adam Grant: https://a.co/d/0iZBN3BU Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Guest Ba...

Sponsored by ABB – Helping industries outrun leaner and cleaner. Summary In this episode, host Joe Batir interviews Devan Pillay of Schneider Electric. They discuss the latest insights from the Global Autonomous Maturity Report, exploring how autonomous operations are transforming heavy industry sectors like oil, gas, and mining. The conversation covers the implications for safety, efficiency, decarbonization, and the strategic steps companies can take to start their autonomous journey. Devan’...

Sponsored by ABB – Helping industries outrun leaner and cleaner. Summary Join us as host Joe Batir explores the future of geothermal power generation with Spencer Jackson and the transformative potential of factory-built, modular power plants and how they could change the geothermal deployment landscape. In this episode, we discuss recent innovations in modular geothermal power generation technology, how this is faster, why it can be more scalable, and what this means for cost-effective energy ...

Sponsored by ABB – Helping industries outrun leaner and cleaner. Summary Discover how next-generation nuclear technology, specifically micro modular reactors, is set to revolutionize energy supply, with insights from Sam Gibson, founder and CEO of Hadron Energy, interviewed by host, Joe Batir. Learn about the technology, safety, market applications, and the timeline for deployment as the industry moves toward a low-carbon future. Timestamps: 00:00 – Introduction to Sam Gibson and Hadron Energy...

Sponsored by ABB – Helping industries outrun leaner and cleaner. Summary In this episode, host Joe Batir discusses with expert Josh Zive, Senior Principal from Bracewell, the impact of tariffs and geopolitics on the energy transition, with insights into trade policies, supply chain vulnerabilities, and use geothermal as an example. The discuss how companies both big and small should approach business in light of the current and ever evolving tariff strategy of the United States of America. Jos...

Sponsored by ABB – Helping industries outrun leaner and cleaner. In this episode, Joe Batir interviews experts Matt Uddenberg, Founder and CEO, and John Redwood, Senior Process Engineer, of Skouria. They discuss the future of mineral extraction, energy efficiency, and sustainable mining. Listen in and explore how innovative in situ recovery techniques are poised to transform copper mining by drastically reducing environmental impact and unlocking deeper resource deposits. Key Discussion Points...

Sponsored by ABB – Helping industries outrun leaner and cleaner. Join host Joe Batir as he shares his recent experiences at industry conferences, and the relevance and presence of energy transition, decarbonization, and resource prospecting at these conferences. Listen also to different companies share their prospects and opinions on renewable energy opportunities. Joe Batir’s Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/josephfbatir Geothermal Rising Events Page: https://www.geothermal.org/events B...

Sponsored by ABB – Helping industries outrun leaner and cleaner. Summary In this episode of the Energy Transition Solutions Podcast, Joe Batir interviews Hassan Murad, co-founder and CEO of Intuitive AI. They discuss the challenges of waste management and how Intuitive AI is addressing these issues through innovative technology, particularly their AI recycling assistant, Oscar. The conversation explores the importance of behavioral science in encouraging proper recycling practices, the need for...

Sponsored by ABB – Helping industries outrun leaner and cleaner. Summary In this episode of the Energy Transition Solutions Podcast, host Joe Batir discusses the concept of Hardware in the Loop (HIL) with Adrian Daeppen from ABB and Ivan Celanovic from Typhoon. They explore the importance of HIL in testing and validating power electronics, its applications in various industries, and the partnership between ABB and Typhoon to enhance product offerings. The conversation also delves into real-worl...

Sponsored by ABB – Helping industries outrun leaner and cleaner. Summary In this episode of the Energy Transition Solutions Podcast, host Joe Batir speaks with Brent Franklin, founder and CEO of Rise Capital and Rise Energy Group. They discuss the challenges of raising capital in the energy sector, the importance of vertical integration, and the complexities of investment structures. Brent shares his journey from working in the oil field to creating a platform that connects capital with opportu...

Sponsored by ABB – Helping industries outrun leaner and cleaner. In this episode of the Energy Transition Solutions Podcast, host Joe Batir speaks with David Yeh, founder of Precursor, about the challenges and opportunities in the energy transition space, particularly focusing on geothermal energy. They discuss the concept of FOAK (first-of-a-kind) technologies, the importance of experienced project developers, and the dynamics of funding in the energy sector. The conversation highlights the ne...

Sponsored by ABB: https://new.abb.com/oil-and-gas In this episode of the Energy Transition Solutions podcast, Joe Batir interviews Antonio Baclig, founder and CEO of Inlyte Energy, a company focused on innovative battery technology. They discuss the urgent need for energy storage solutions in light of rising electricity prices and aging grid infrastructure. Antonio explains the advantages of sodium metal chloride batteries over current lithium-ion batteries, including safety, cost-effectiveness...

In this episode, host Joe Batir speaks with Mick Seals of Realflow.ai and Yoshi Pradhan, business consultant to Realflow AI and serial entrepreneur. The explore the intersection of artificial intelligence and the energy sector, discuss the risks associated with AI, particularly prompt injection attacks, the importance of securing data in AI applications, and the innovations brought by RealFlow AI for data security and cybersecurity. The conversation also touches on the potential of AI to address...

In this episode of the Energy Transition Solutions Podcast, host Joe Batir interviews Chris Alfano, founder and CEO of 360 Energy, a company specializing in mobile gas off-take services. Chris shares his background in finance and fintech before transitioning into the oil and gas industry. He explains how 360 Energy co-locates natural gas generators with Bitcoin mining data centers on oil and gas pad sites, turning what would otherwise be wasted gas into a valuable commodity. The conversation del...

In this episode of the Energy Transition Solutions Podcast, Joe Batir interviews Alex Marshall, Group Director at Clarke Energy, a Rehlko Company, during the Reuters Energy Live Conference. They delve into the evolving landscape of distributed energy solutions, particularly focusing on off-grid power systems and absorption chillers. Alex shares insights from his 30 years of experience in the industry, emphasizing the importance of combined heat and power (CHP) systems and how they can significan...

In this episode of the Energy Transition Solutions Podcast, host Joe Batir speaks with Greg Matlock, EY‘s oil and gas and chemicals tax leader, about the evolving landscape of the energy sector, particularly focusing on the role of mergers and acquisitions (M&A) in decarbonization strategies. They discuss the complexities of M&A in oil and gas, the impact of geopolitical factors and tax policies on energy transition, and the future of energy, including the potential of geothermal energy as a fou...

In this episode, Joe Batir interviews Georg Rute, founder and CEO of Gridraven, discussing the challenges of energy transmission and the innovative solutions being developed to enhance grid capacity. They explore the concept of dynamic line ratings, which can significantly increase the amount of electricity that can be transmitted through existing lines by accounting for environmental factors. The conversation highlights the importance of utilizing current infrastructure efficiently to meet grow...

In this episode, host Joe Batir talks with Chad Stevens, Area Vice President, Industrials, at LVT. They discuss what remote video surveillance is, what the current industry standard is for use, and what the possibilities of use are as new hardware and software tools become available. Chad’s book recommendations: The Lord of the Rings by J.R.R. Tolkein Good to Great by Jim Collins Brought to you on OGGN, the largest and most listened-to podcast network for the oil and energy industry. Sign u...

In this episode of the Energy Transition Solutions Podcast, host Joe Batir shares his predictions for 2026, focusing on renewable energy and the transition to a net-zero society. He discusses the potential impact of an economic slowdown on energy markets, the rise of geothermal energy investments, and the reopening of federal funding for energy projects. Joe also highlights the rise of backup power systems in response to ongoing power challenges and the need for innovative energy solutions to co...

In this episode of the Energy Transition Solutions Podcast, host Joe Batir reflects on the key trends and stories from 2025 in the energy sector. He discusses the increase in electricity prices in the US, the significant growth of renewable energy around the world, particularly geothermal and nuclear, and the impact of tax credit changes on renewable projects. Dr. Batir emphasizes the importance of grid stability as renewable energy generation increases and shares his take on the impact of these...

In this conversation, Joe Batir discusses numerical simulation with Pouria Mousavi, Regional Solution Engineer for the US at CMG. Using the analogy of flight simulators, Pouria explains how complex subsurface physics can be simplified into computable equations, and how different conditions can be tested to examine the subsurface for different uses like geothermal, CCUS, and oil and gas extraction. The conversation emphasizes the importance of this simplification in understanding and predicting s...

In this episode of the Energy Transition Solutions podcast, Joe Batir interviews William Hitters, Global OCTG Director at CladTek, discussing the innovative technologies and solutions CladTek offers for the geothermal industry. They explore the importance of corrosion resistance in geothermal wells, the economic advantages of using CRA cladded pipes, and the future of geothermal energy in the context of the energy transition. The conversation also touches on the supply chain dynamics in the US, ...

In this episode, host Joe Batir speaks with Karla Klay, Executive Director and Founder of Artist Boat, a non-profit in Galveston preserving coastal habitat. They discuss what a coastal habitat is, the benefits of coastal habitat from an environmental position, and the benefits of conserving this habitat from a business perspective. Finally, Karla gives a call to action for their active fundraising campaign. To donate to the “be one in a million” campaign, follow this link. Karla’s book recommen...

In this episode, host Joe Batir speaks with Tisha Scroggin-Wicker, Director of Decarbonization at Burns & McDonnell. The conversation explores the current state and future potential of geothermal energy in the U.S., highlighting a pivotal moment for the industry due to technological advancements and bipartisan support. The speakers discuss the urgency for rapid changes in the energy sector, driven by significant investments and the need to adapt to new loads on the grid. Tisha’s book recommenda...