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06 May 2026
Investing in Renewable Energy with Mike Silvestrini (Energea)
In episode 325 of The Green Insider, we sit down with Mike Silvestrini—co-founder and managing partner of Energea—to discuss how everyday investors can participate in renewable energy projects globally starting at $100. Mike shares his path from line cook to solar developer, why solar has become the dominant new-build energy …
30 April 2026
Carbon markets, forestry removals, and the Carbon Bridge program
The Green Insider — Episode 324 Guest: Lizzie Aldrich (Anew Climate) Forestry removals • RNG • Compliance vs. voluntary markets • Insetting • SBTi draft standard • Carbon Bridge financing SummaryLizzie Aldrich of Anew Climate joins us to break down what’s changing in carbon markets—and what “high-integrity” supply looks like …
22 April 2026
Owning Energy Storage in the AI Era
In Episode 323 of The Green Insider Podcast, host Mike Nemer once again, sits down with Energy Vault co-founder and CEO Robert Piconi to unpack the company’s shift from technology provider to owner-operator of energy assets—and why that strategy aligns with the accelerating demand for reliable power in AI compute. …
21 April 2026
Making Sustainability Profitable (with Jasper Steinhausen)
Jasper Steinhausen (Business with Impact) joins The Green Insider Podcast to share how sustainability becomes a competitive advantage—when you start by solving real business problems. We talk practical steps, quick-win initiatives, and the mindset shift from “cost” to “profit driver.” ⭐ Become a Green Insider Be sure to subscribe to The Green …
16 April 2026
Inside the Race to Make Methane Credits Work
This “Follower Friday” special features a series of live interviews from the BCarbon conference in Houston, Texas. The episode focuses on the legal, technological, and logistical hurdles of the methane abatement market, specifically regarding plugging abandoned and orphaned oil/gas wells to generate high-fidelity carbon credits. Key Takeaways Featured Guests Grant …
13 April 2026
Carbon Markets and Methane credits — Insights from Pankaj Tanwar
In this episode of The Green Insider, Mike Nemer speaks with Pankaj Tanwar, Managing Director of Climate Services at CarbonBetter, about how voluntary carbon markets work—and why methane abatement is emerging as one of the most impactful near‑term climate solutions. They break down key differences between avoidance and removal credits, …
31 March 2026
Episode 320: Smart Healthcare Buildings, Energy Savings & Automation
In this episode of The Green Insider Podcast, Mike welcomes Renee Jacobs, Healthcare Business Development Manager at Distech Controls, for an in‑depth conversation on how intelligent building automation is transforming healthcare facilities. Renee brings more than 20 years of experience in healthcare construction and facilities management, giving her a practical, …
23 March 2026
Unlocking Private Financing for Nuclear Power
In this episode The Green Insider, we sit down with Jake Jurewicz, co‑founder and CEO of Blue Energy, to explore how nuclear power can finally be built faster, cheaper, and financed commercially. Jake shares how Blue Energy is adapting proven construction and financing models from the oil, gas, and LNG …
18 March 2026
Transforming Food Waste into Sustainable Protein
🎙️ Guest: Jason Elate, Founder & CEO of Insectflux, a climate‑tech startup bridging the agrifood sector with the global insect‑protein economy. 🔍 Episode 318 Overview In this episode, Mike sits down with Jason Elate to explore how Insectflux is building the world’s first global B2B2C marketplace connecting food producers, insect …
16 March 2026
Battery Analytics Are Transforming Energy Storage
Guest: Lennart Hinrichs, Executive Vice President & General Manager of Americas, TWAICE Overview:In episode 318 of The Green Insider, Lennart Hinrichs shares how TWAICE’s independent battery analytics software helps large‑scale energy storage operators identify issues early, optimize performance, and reduce financial and operational risk across the battery lifecycle. Key Topics …
05 March 2026
2026 Charge – Powering Energy Brands Conference Recap
The 2026 Charge – Powering Energy Brands conference, hosted at the offices of CPS Energy in San Antonio, was a tremendous success. The event brought together leaders and innovators from across the energy and communications space for an unforgettable experience focused on connection, insight, and creativity. We were thrilled to …
25 February 2026
Turning Methane Into Momentum: BCarbon’s Role in the Voluntary Carbon Market
Welcome to this week’s Follower Friday episode of The Green Insider. The podcast features an in‑depth conversation with Eric Unverzagt, Chief Executive Officer of BCarbon, a Houston‑based non‑profit carbon registry and research center focused on advancing credible solutions within the voluntary carbon market. During the interview, Unverzagt outlines BCarbon’s mission …
24 February 2026
Momentum Technologies and the Future of U.S. Critical Minerals
Mahesh Konduru, CEO of Momentum Technologies, joined “The Green Insider” to discuss critical minerals and their impact on the economy and various industries. With 25 years of experience, Mahesh shared his background in chemical engineering and his focus on commercializing technologies in the material science space. He emphasized the growing …
18 February 2026
Energy Storage Using Repurposed Oil and Gas Wells
Kemp Gregory, co-founder and CEO of Renewell Energy, discussed his background in mechanical engineering and petroleum engineering at Shell before transitioning to renewable energy with a master’s from Stanford. He explained that Renewell energy during low-demand periods and releasing it during peak demand, thus increasing grid flexibility. On episode 316 …
02 February 2026
Strategic Access to Nickel, Cobalt, Copper, and Manganese with TMC’s Technology
Erica Ocampo, Chief Sustainability Officer at The Metals Company (TMC), to discuss with Mike Nemer their deep-sea mining operations on episode 315 of The Green Insider. TMC is exploring polymetallic nodules in the Clarion‑Clipperton Zone of the Pacific Ocean, which contain nickel, cobalt, copper, and manganese. Overview of TMC’s Work …
30 January 2026
Breaking Down OT Cybersecurity: Highlights from UTSI’s Six‑Part Series
This Follower Friday on The Green Insider spotlights the powerhouse UTSI podcast series and the cutting‑edge conversations shaping the future of OT. Mike Nemer and Shaun Six break down the latest in OT innovation, AI, security, and energy efficiency, while showcasing standout partners like Sequre Quantum, Siemens, BlastWave, and EdgeRealm. …
26 January 2026
Key Insights on the Upcoming CHARGE Conference: Leveraging Brand Strength in the Energy Sector
Mike Nemer and Fridrik Larsen Founder of Charge Powering Energy Brands Conference discussed the upcoming charge conference in San Antonio, which has been rescheduled from April/May to February 26-27. Fridrik explained that CHARGE, which focuses on energy brands and their importance in the boardroom, is moving from Houston to San …
19 January 2026
An Innovative Nuclear Waste Disposal Solution
This episode of The Green Insider featured an interview with Rod Baltzer, President and CEO of Deep Isolation, who discussed the company’s innovative approach to nuclear waste disposal using horizontal drilling techniques. Rod explained Deep Isolation’s solution for spent nuclear fuel disposal and their global consultancy work in nuclear decommissioning …
15 January 2026
Driving Sustainable AI with Edge Realm
In the fifth installment of our six-part series with UTSI International, we joined Robert Hilliker and Frank Stepic on The Green Insider Podcast to explore Edge Realm’s innovative approach to artificial intelligence and data management. Robert Hilliker, serving as Chief Strategy Officer, shared insights into his technology background and highlighted …
13 January 2026
Decarbonizing High-Speed Maritime Transport
David Tyler, co-founder of Artemis Technologies, described the company’s mission to decarbonize high-speed maritime transport, leveraging expertise from the Artemis Racing America’s Cup team. On episode 312 of The Green Insider, we discuss detailing their innovative e-foiler technology that significantly reduces fuel consumption and emissions in passenger ferries. On today’s …
07 January 2026
Grid Connection and Energy Innovation in the Age of AI
Dean Akey, Executive Vice President/Partner from Clone Capital highlights a market transformation in energy demand, driven by rapid load growth from AI and data centers, which have different power needs compared to traditional industries. On episode 311 of The Green Insider, Dean covers: To be an Insider Please subscribe to The Green …
22 December 2025
Maximizing HVAC Efficiency: Sustainable Restoration, Diagnostics, and ROI
Mike Nemer interviewed Kevin Carriere, the CEO of Powertron Global, who explained that he entered the HVAC industry after meeting engineers developing solutions for heat exchanger efficiency restoration. On episode 310 of The Green Insider podcast, Kevin described how Powertron Global was founded to address HVAC efficiency issues, expanding beyond …
18 December 2025
Securing Critical Infrastructure: Insights from Tom Sego
Tom Sego, founder and CEO of BlastWave, discussed his background in chemical engineering and his journey through various industries, including roles at Caterpillar, Eli Lilly, Emerson Electric, Alta Vista, and Apple. He explained that BlastWave was founded to combine Apple’s ease of use with cybersecurity, focusing on protecting critical infrastructure …
15 December 2025
Enhancing Solar Visibility Through Design on The Green Insider
Craig Merrigan, Co-founder & CEO of Spotlight Solar, discussed his background in the solar industry and his decision to co-found Spotlight Solar, which creates aesthetic solar structures such as shade structures and solar trees. He explained that the company’s goal is to make solar technology more engaging and visible to …