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Sponsored by ABB – Helping industries outrun leaner and cleaner. SummaryIn this episode, Joe Batir speaks with Oliver Friesen, CEO of Guardian Metal Resources, about tungsten, junior mining, and why reshoring critical minerals matters for the energy transition and U.S. industrial supply chains. Oliver explains how two past-producing Nevada projects could help restore domestic tungsten […]

Sponsored by ABB – Helping industries outrun leaner and cleaner. SummaryIn this episode, Joe Batir speaks with Andrea Meroni, Segment Leader – Turbine Electrification at ABB Motion. He discusses the transformative potential of electrifying large turbines used in heavy industry, exploring the technical, economic, and environmental benefits of this shift. We delve into real-world examples, […]

Sponsored by ABB – Helping industries outrun leaner and cleaner. SummaryIn this episode, Joe Batir hosts co-chairs of the 2026 IMAGE conference, Molly Turko and Edith Miller. They discuss the evolution of energy conferences, the importance of volunteering, and how societies can make a broader societal impact. They share insights on adapting to industry changes, […]

Sponsored by ABB – Helping industries outrun leaner and cleaner. SummaryIn this episode, Todd Denton of Lithic Industries speaks with Joe Batir and discusses innovative polymer solutions for soil stabilization and dust suppression, emphasizing environmental benefits and applications in road maintenance and environmental stewardship. Chapters00:00 Introduction to guest Todd Denton02:16 Development of the fifth-generation polymer […]

Sponsored by ABB – Helping industries outrun leaner and cleaner. SummaryIn this episode, Susan Nash from AAPG discusses the evolution of the IMAGE Conference, the importance of interdisciplinary collaboration in energy and geology, and the future of geothermal technology and energy transition. Chapters00:00 Introductions, History of the IMAGE Conference07:16 Difference roles played by different conferences09:22 […]

Sponsored by ABB – Helping industries outrun leaner and cleaner. SummaryIn this episode, Darrin Kayser, Managing Director of Energy at MikeWorldwide, discusses the growth of data centers, their impact on energy consumption, and innovative solutions for sustainable energy supply. The conversation covers the role of data centers in our daily lives, future growth, and the […]

Sponsored by ABB – Helping industries outrun leaner and cleaner. SummaryIn this episode, Joe Batir interviews Dr. Chris DeArmitt of the Plastics Research Council to explore the facts about plastics, their environmental impact, health concerns, and misconceptions. They discuss how science and data challenge common narratives and what practical steps can truly benefit the environment. […]

Sponsored by ABB – Helping industries outrun leaner and cleaner. SummaryJoe Batir discusses recent developments in solar energy, renewable investments, and innovative funding approaches for energy startups, emphasizing the importance of strategic growth and diversification in the energy transition. Chapters01:27 Solar milestone: surpassing 3 terawatts of global capacity06:16 Total Energies’ renewable acquisitions and sales in […]

Sponsored by ABB – Helping industries outrun leaner and cleaner. SummaryIn this episode, an expert from Akselos discusses innovative technologies for extending asset life, improving energy efficiency, and supporting the energy transition. We explore how real-time monitoring, AI, and new engineering methods can reduce costs, lower emissions, and enhance resilience in energy infrastructure. Chapters00:00 Introduction […]

Sponsored by ABB – Helping industries outrun leaner and cleaner. In this episode, host Joe Batir speaks with four different geothermal start ups while at the Geothermal Rising Geothermal Investment Forum. Listen in to understand who they area, what they are doing, and how to get a hold of them. Useful Links:Transitional Energy: https://www.gradientgeothermal.com/Green Therma: […]

Sponsored by ABB – Helping industries outrun leaner and cleaner. SummaryIn this episode, Joe Batir interviews Javed Razack, Vice President of People and Corporate Services at Ramps Logistics Limited, about the Caribbean’s oil and gas industry, regional development, climate change, the future of energy transition, and the unique role Trinidad and Tobago have played and […]

Sponsored by ABB – Helping industries outrun leaner and cleaner. SummaryIn this episode, Joe Batir interviews James Critchfield of Clean Counts to explore the intricacies of energy attribute certificates, renewable energy markets, and the future of clean energy certification amid growing demand and technological advancements. Chapters00:00 Introduction to James Critchfield – background and career in […]

Sponsored by ABB – Helping industries outrun leaner and cleaner. SummaryIn this episode, Joe Batir interviews Phil Trickovic, President and General Manager of Tintri, about innovative edge computing solutions transforming energy, manufacturing, and safety industries. They explore how autonomous sensors, real-time monitoring, and AI are reducing costs, increasing safety, and advancing toward net zero. Chapters00:00 […]

Sponsored by ABB – Helping industries outrun leaner and cleaner. SummaryIn this episode, we explore the intricacies of product and service line development, paradigm shifts in energy transition, and the role of art and cognition in innovation with Kailey Euceda of Acorders. Discover how to navigate the valley of death in tech innovation and rethink […]

Sponsored by ABB – Helping industries outrun leaner and cleaner. In this episode, host Joe Batir speaks with Michael O’Conner, Director of the Mountain West Geothermal Consortium. They discuss geothermal growth within the US, challenges to growth, and how the Mountain West Geothermal Consortium is reducing roadblocks to development. Michael’s book recommendation:The Fifth Season by […]

Sponsored by ABB – Helping industries outrun leaner and cleaner. SummaryIn this episode, Joe Batir talks with Cameron Halliday, CEO of Mantel. They discuss innovative carbon capture technology that promises to revolutionize industry efficiency and reduce carbon emissions. Cameron explains how Mantel’s molten borate system offers a significant leap forward in overcoming the energy penalties […]

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 […]

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, […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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, […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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: […]

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

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

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

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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, […]

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 […]

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 […]

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. […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 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 […]

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 […]

In this episode, host Joe Batir speaks with Bryant Jones, Executive Director of Geothermal Rising, for a second time, recorded during the closing reception of the 2025 Geothermal Rising conference. They provide a review and recap of the conference with their personal highlights. They also discuss the growth of geothermal and Geothermal Rising during Bryant’s […]

In this episode of the Energy Transition Solutions Podcast, host Joe Batir talks with with ABB’s Michael Basler and Fervo Energy co-founder Tim Latimer. They explore the importance of energy efficiency in the context of increasing energy demand, the role of geothermal energy, and the significance of partnerships in achieving sustainable energy solutions. The conversation […]

In this episode, host Joe Batir speaks with Lewis Matthews, Founder and CEO of Project Geminae. They discuss the process Project Geminae uses to build causal based AI models and how this improves the overall efficiency and accuracy for prediction and optimization. These models are being built and deployed in the Oil and Gas field, […]

In this episode of the Energy Transition Solutions Podcast, host Joe Batir speaks with Arnold Taddeo, Head of Global Product Management for Drive Products at ABB. They discuss the critical role of electric motors in energy consumption, the importance of sustainability and circular economy in product design, and how large corporations like ABB can innovate […]

In this conversation, host Joe Batir speaks with Ory Zik, CEO of Qnergy. They discuss the unique solution Qnergy builds and provides to the industry for addressing methane emissions, specifically the Stirling Engine generator. They highlight the challenge of small and remote emissions abatement and discuss how Qnergy scaled a power system that was once […]