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Explore the dynamic world of Energy and Africa with CEOs that are making a difference today. Your host, Chris McLean from Stonechair Capital, discusses the challenges and opportunities in real companies on the leading edge of energy on the African continent.

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April 29, 202438 min

Powerhive's Journey to Mobilize East Africa with Electric Vehicles

Embark on a journey with Chris Horner, the innovative mind behind Powerhive, as we uncover the electrifying revolution of energy and transportation in East Africa. Chris's personal narrative takes us from the conception of the first portable solar device to creating Kenya's first privately licensed utility, revolutionizing the way Nairobi consumes energy. This episode promises to illuminate the path Powerhive has carved, using solar power and smart batteries to dismantle the traditional oil and gas supply chains, providing a cleaner, more sustainable option for consumers. You'll get an exclusive look at how locals can now cruise the streets with electric motorcycles, transforming their daily commute and empowering the community.Connect with Powerhivehttps://www.linkedin.com/company/powerhive/https://powerhive.com/mobility/Connect with Stonechair CapitalWebsite: https://stonechaircapital.comLinkedIn: https://ca.linkedin.com/company/stonechair-capitalTwitter: https://twitter.com/stonechaircap Chris McLeanLinkedIn: https://ca.linkedin.com/in/jcmcleanTwitter: https://twitter.com/mclean_scc?lang=en

February 27, 20241 hr 1 min

Tatanga Energy

Tatanga Energy looks at energy in many exciting ways. Join me as I chat with the CEO founder of this company moving the energy needle forward, Tunde Akerele.You can find Tatanga Energy attatangaenergy.comhttps://www.linkedin.com/company/tatanga-energy/?viewAsMember=truehttps://www.facebook.com/TatangaEnergyConnect with Stonechair CapitalWebsite: https://stonechaircapital.comLinkedIn: https://ca.linkedin.com/company/stonechair-capitalTwitter: https://twitter.com/stonechaircap Chris McLeanLinkedIn: https://ca.linkedin.com/in/jcmcleanTwitter: https://twitter.com/mclean_scc?lang=en

June 13, 202339 min

The Electricity Hub with Mercy Ohamuche

Mercy Ohamuche and Chris talk about the real challenges of energy in Nigeria. Educating future generations that the past is not the present and the future is changing in electricity.Connect with The Electricity HubOur website link: https://theelectricityhub.com/Twitter handle: NGElectricHubInstagram: ngelectrichubConnect with Stonechair CapitalWebsite: https://stonechaircapital.comLinkedIn: https://ca.linkedin.com/company/stonechair-capitalTwitter: https://twitter.com/stonechaircap Chris McLeanLinkedIn: https://ca.linkedin.com/in/jcmcleanTwitter: https://twitter.com/mclean_scc?lang=en

February 28, 2023Episode 101 hr 2 min

GAIA Group with Mich Nieuwoudt, Chairman

In this episode, Host Chris McLean sits down with guest Mich Nieuwoudt, the Chairman of GAIA Group. They discuss the firms view on using technical expertise as the entry point for financial investment. This has brought GAIA Group many industry firsts as energy and infrastructure investors based in South Africa. Using their model of investment, Chris and Mich consider this method's benefits for allowing more investors to scale up into Africa. Connect with GAIA GroupWebsite: https://gaia.group/#homeLinkedIn:https://www.linkedin.com/company/gaia-fund-managers/ Mich NieuwoudtLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/michnieuwoudt/ Subscribe to Energy and Africa on YouTubeConnect with Stonechair CapitalWebsite: https://stonechaircapital.comLinkedIn: https://ca.linkedin.com/company/stonechair-capitalTwitter: https://twitter.com/stonechaircap Chris McLeanLinkedIn: https://ca.linkedin.com/in/jcmcleanTwitter: https://twitter.com/mclean_scc?lang=en

December 8, 2022Episode 944 min

Africa Green Co, Ana Hajduka -- Trading energy in Africa

Africa Green Co did something that many said could not be done. They trade energy from Zambia. Listen to Ana Hajduka as she tells her journey from idea to a business that not only changes energy but changes the way it is financed.Africa Green Co is trading power in Zambia to the Southern Africa Power Pool (SAPP).Learn more about Africa Green Co at https://africagreenco.com/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/africa-greenco/Twitter: https://twitter.com/AfricaGreenCoFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/AfricaGreenCo/Connect with Stonechair CapitalWebsite: https://stonechaircapital.comLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/stonechair-capitalTwitter: https://twitter.com/stonechaircap Chris McLeanLinkedIn: https://ca.linkedin.com/in/jcmcleanTwitter: https://twitter.com/mclean_scc?lang=en

June 2, 2022Episode 835 min

Infinitum Energy CEO Lindsay Nagle

Infinitum is building base load power production in Sierra Leone and Uganda. The team has a history of billions of dollars invested in renewables across 4 continents.Learn more about Infinitum at https://www.infinitumenergygroup.com/Check out their Sierra Leone Facebook pageInfinitum Energy Group on LinkedInConnect with Stonechair CapitalWebsite: https://stonechaircapital.comLinkedIn: https://ca.linkedin.com/company/stonechair-capitalTwitter: https://twitter.com/stonechaircap Chris McLeanLinkedIn: https://ca.linkedin.com/in/jcmcleanTwitter: https://twitter.com/mclean_scc?lang=en

May 4, 2022Episode 144 min

Mobile Power with Chris Longbottom, CEO and Luke Burras, COO

In this season’s opener, Host Chris McLean sits down with guests Luke Burras and Chris Longbottom from Mobile Power. They first met in Dubai last year at the Future Energy Series as part of the Africa Oil Week. In this conversation, they explore the developing world of battery storage for residential and transportation uses. Together with innovative finance solutions Mobil Power is changing energy access in Africa today and empowering businesses to grow. Thank you Chris and Luke for joining me for this invigorating discussion on how batteries are a viable means of storage and job-creating in Africa. Connect with Mobile PowerWebsite: https://www.mobilepower.co/Twitter: @MobilePowerLtd Chris LongbottomLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chris-longbottom/ Luke BurrasLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/luke-burras-3b8202a6/ Subscribe to Energy and Africa on YouTube Connect with Stonechair CapitalWebsite: https://stonechaircapital.comLinkedIn: https://ca.linkedin.com/company/stonechair-capitalTwitter: https://twitter.com/stonechaircap Chris McLeanLinkedIn: https://ca.linkedin.com/in/jcmcleanTwitter: https://twitter.com/mclean_scc?lang=en Thank you to GEM a division of Bear Corp. for editing this episode.grace.mclean@shaw.ca Tags:#EnergyAfrica, #Energy, #Africa, #Sustainable, #SDG7, #CEO, #Interview, #Battery, #Transportation

September 16, 2021Episode 550 min

RvB Capital Partners - 30 years of energy value

In this Episode, Host Chris McLean sits down with guest Robert van Beers from RVB Capital Partners and discusses Roberts’s energy experiences in all their forms over 30 years. The best is yet to come! LISTEN TO THE AUDIO VERSION:Podcast Website: https://energyandafrica.buzzsprout.com/ Thank you Robert van Beers for joining us for this episode and widening the scope of our view. Connect with RVB Capital PartnersWebsite: https://rvbcapitalpartners.com/ Robert van BeersLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/robert-van-beers-5286095/Twitter: https://twitter.com/rvanbeers Subscribe to Energy and Africa on YouTube Connect with Stonechair CapitalWebsite: https://stonechaircapital.comLinkedIn: https://ca.linkedin.com/company/stonechair-capitalTwitter: https://twitter.com/stonechaircap Chris McLeanLinkedIn: https://ca.linkedin.com/in/jcmcleanTwitter: https://twitter.com/mclean_scc?lang=en Thank you to Studio Luma YYC for filming and editing this episode.Website: https://www.studiolumayyc.comFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/StudioLumaYYC/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/studiolumayyc/

August 26, 2021Episode 458 min

Hydragas CEO, Philip Morkel -- Saving lives and making renewable energy

The bio-organic renewable gas from an African great lake is highlighted for its industrial power generation capabilities in our discussion with Philip Morkel of Hydrgas Energy. Others have tried to generate renewable energy in quantity but Philip's team are the ones that know the how's and why's. Lives are at stake and so is the climate. Listen to Philip delve deep into the issues and why Hydragas is the solution. Connect with Hydragas EnergyWebsite: https://hydragas.net/ Philip MorkelLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/philipmmorkel/ Subscribe to Energy and Africa on YouTube Connect with Stonechair CapitalWebsite: https://stonechaircapital.comLinkedIn: https://ca.linkedin.com/company/stonechair-capitalTwitter: https://twitter.com/stonechaircap Chris McLeanLinkedIn: https://ca.linkedin.com/in/jcmcleanTwitter: https://twitter.com/mclean_scc?lang=en Thank you to Studio Luma YYC for filming and editing this episode.Website: https://www.studiolumayyc.comFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/StudioLumaYYC/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/studiolumayyc/

August 12, 2021Episode 434 min

Beacon Power Services CEO, Bimbola Adisa

In this episode, Host Chris McLean sits down with guest Bimbola Adisa from Beacon Power Services. They delve into the Nigerian power system and its data management needs. Connect with Beacon Power ServicesWebsite: https://www.beaconpowerservices.comLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/beacon-power-services Bimbola AdisaLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/bimbola-adisa-38a175 Subscribe to Energy and Africa on YouTube Connect with Stonechair CapitalWebsite: https://stonechaircapital.comLinkedIn: https://ca.linkedin.com/company/stonechair-capitalTwitter: https://twitter.com/stonechaircap Chris McLeanLinkedIn: https://ca.linkedin.com/in/jcmcleanTwitter: https://twitter.com/mclean_scc?lang=en Thank you to Studio Luma YYC for filming and editing this episode.Website: https://www.studiolumayyc.comFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/StudioLumaYYC/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/studiolumayyc/