Energy Transition Solutions

Hosted by Joe Batir

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228

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Jun 2026

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Low carbon, high energy conversations hosted by Joe Batir. Humanity is growing and connecting. Tomorrow’s world needs more energy from more places. But to find our net-zero future we must overcome the natural constraints of many new energy sources. This is the show where we talk about the strategies and innovations powering a new future for global energy.

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June 10, 202635 min

Ceramic Proppants: Highly Scientific, Not Sand | Dina Goloshchapova of Carbo | Ep 231

Sponsored by ABB – Helping industries outrun leaner and cleaner. Summary:In this episode, Joe Batir interviews Dina Goloshchapova, Technical Advisor and Geothermal Champion of Carbo, to explore the fascinating world of ceramics, ceramic beads, and specifically proppants used in geothermal and oil & gas industries. They discuss the properties, manufacturing processes, and evolving applications of […]

June 3, 202653 min

Canada: A Great Place for Next-Gen Geothermal | Ep 230

Sponsored by ABB – Helping industries outrun leaner and cleaner. SummaryIn this episode, Joe Batir explores Canada’s potential as a leader in next-generation geothermal energy, with industry experts Emily Smejkal (Policy Lead at The Cascade Institute), Jeff Messner (President and Co-Founder, Novus Earth Energy Operations, Inc.), and Matt Hogg (Founder and CEO at GeoGen Technologies, […]

May 27, 202629 min

CERAWeek by S&P Global in Review | Lisa Jacobson, BSCE | Ep 229

Sponsored by ABB – Helping industries outrun leaner and cleaner. SummaryDive into this episode featuring Lisa Jacobson, President of the Business Council for Sustainable Energy, as she shares insights with host, Joe Batir, on the current state and future of the energy industry and a review of key messaging and takeaways during CERAWeek by S&P […]

May 19, 202651 min

One Rock, Many Resources | Cody Finke, Brimstone | Ep 228

Sponsored by ABB – Helping industries outrun leaner and cleaner. SummaryExplore innovative methods in mineral processing and sustainable materials with host, Joe Batir, and Cody Fink, CEO of Brimstone. They discuss the future of mining, material extraction from abundant rocks, and the technological advancements driving low-carbon industry solutions. Joe Batir highlight the potential impacts with […]

May 13, 202625 min

Data Centers as the New Utility: Risks and Opportunities | Mike Kolodner, Marsh | Ep 227

Sponsored by ABB – Helping industries outrun leaner and cleaner. SummaryIn this episode, Joe Batir talks with Mike Kolodner, Global Renewable Energy and US Energy and Power Leader at Marsh. They discuss the critical role of energy in data centers, the risks involved, and how large tech companies are managing energy supply and demand. We […]

May 6, 202632 min

Energy Project Financing: Risk, Capital, and Innovation | Ep 226

Sponsored by ABB – Helping industries outrun leaner and cleaner. SummaryIn 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 […]

April 29, 202635 min

Global Autonomy: Where are we? | Devan Pillay of Schneider Electric | Ep 225

Sponsored by ABB – Helping industries outrun leaner and cleaner. SummaryIn 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, […]

April 22, 202634 min

Modular Solutions to Revolutionize Geothermal Deployment | Ep 224

Sponsored by ABB – Helping industries outrun leaner and cleaner. SummaryJoin 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 […]

April 15, 202630 min

Micro Modular Nuclear Energy for Big Data | Ep 223

Sponsored by ABB – Helping industries outrun leaner and cleaner. SummaryDiscover 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 […]

April 8, 202625 min

The Brave New World of Tariffs | Ep 222

Sponsored by ABB – Helping industries outrun leaner and cleaner. SummaryIn 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 […]