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Energypreneurs

Energypreneurs is a podcast that brings solar power, electric vehicles and battery technologies to young entrepreneurs. Sohail Hasnie, our host, is a firm believer that the solution to climate change lies in these technologies, which will also fundamentally change the way we think about electricity and transportation—on road, on water and even on air. Over the last 35 years, Sohail has applied technology and innovation in many large infrastructure projects across Australasia. As a staff of the

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E161: Path to Net Zero — perspectives from an Island...

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2024/03/06

Mitch Tan brings energy into every conversation, from electric vehicles to sustainability into hotel management. In this episode, Mitch Tan, representing the owner of a large tourist resort in Boracay, Philippines, explains the importance of sustainability in today’s hospitality industry. We understand her views on the intersection of technology and sustainability--the potential impact of AI on mental health, the integration of robotics in daily life, and the role of AI in decision-making. She

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44:22

E160: Using the Transition to Electric Mobility to...

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2024/02/25

Kyle Bolto, CEO of Ohmie Go, shares his vision of mobility as a service. We explore Kyle’s version of the future, where big building dwellers can receive all the benefits of an electric vehicle without owning one. Kyle outlines their vision for a car ownership-free urban lifestyle and the potential integration of electric vehicles with the grid system. Explore how Ohmie Go's services may transform the complex dynamics of urban development and mobility, reduce capital expenditure for developers, and

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46:54

E159: Lighting the Word with Creativity and...

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2024/02/22

Ami Valdemoro, co-founder of Liter of Light, unfolds an inspiring tale of battling energy poverty using locally available, easily repairable materials. Launched in 2013, Liter of Light has empowered one million people a year across over 30 countries. Amid the 2020 lockdown, they initiated the Light It Forward Challenge, rallying thousands worldwide to craft Liter of Light’s simple, hand-built solar lights from home. The movement evolved into large-scale solar art installations, symbolizing

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48:38

E158: Charting the Course of Energy Transition in...

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2024/02/20

Ingrid Michel, Assistant Director, Australian Energy Regulator, shares her past work exploring the environmental costs of energy production. Passionate about sustainability, Ingrid discusses her personal views on the changing energy landscape, emphasizing the potential for innovation, community engagement, and the future impact of autonomous vehicles. For aspiring entrepreneurs, especially women, Ingrid explains the need for confidence, risk-taking and a proactive approach to meet the needs of the

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48:30

E157: Strategies to Expand EV Adoption Beyond Early...

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2024/02/18

Mike Costello, Corporate Affairs Manager for Cox Automotive Australia and former automotive journalist, discusses the need for a balanced view on EV adoption and explains ways EV adoption can be expanded beyond the early adopters. We delve into topics like second-hand EVs, the impending rollout of more options and lower prices, wireless charging, battery sizes, and the future of EV technology. Emphasizing rationalizing battery sizes and the role of solar panels, he also expresses skepticism about

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46:04

E156: Financing Private Sector Sustainable Projects

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2024/02/15

Samia Tariq, an expert in project financing, shares her insights on the importance of scaling up investment in technology and discusses the role of blended finance and grant financing in supporting projects in areas such as Agri-tech, energy, environment, electric vehicles, and hydrogen. Samia emphasizes the financial viability of projects and highlights the need for a strong track record, ring-fenced projects, and due diligence on contracts and technology. Samia provides tips on preparing a project

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57:39

E155: Tomorrow's Solutions from the Leaders of the...

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2024/02/13

Jeslyn and Julia Jerota, represent a generation who will be managing the world’s affairs in decades to come. In this episode, these two young sisters from the Philippines, with their combined age below 40, share their passions for making a difference in many aspects of sustainability. We discuss the importance of individual responsibility and their experiences working with children, highlighting the impact of environmental education. Our conversation also delves into the role of AI in education

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53:43

E154: From Energy Efficiency to Innovative Solutions...

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2024/02/12

David Morgado, a Senior Energy Specialist at the Asian Development Bank, discusses clean energy initiatives across Asia and the Pacific. David highlights the drivers, challenges, and opportunities for investment in energy efficiency and clean energy solutions. He emphasizes the urgent need for regional collaboration and invites all listeners to participate in ADB’s Asia Clean Energy Forum from June 3-7, 2024. Connect with Sohail Hasnie: Facebook @sohailhasnie Twitter @shasnie LinkedIn @shasnie ADB

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47:59

E153: Climate Finance, AI Tools, and Startup Insights

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2024/02/08

Melissa Benn, a climate finance specialist, discusses her role in helping climate tech companies secure funding. She highlights the importance of external reviewers, challenges in document limitations, and nuances in domestic versus international projects. Melissa also shares insights into her startup's business model, emphasizing the role of AI tools like OpenAI, perplexity.ai, and Zapier. She explores the potential impact of personal AI assistants on communication and offers valuable

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51:41

E152: Future of Transportation: Electrify and...

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2024/01/29

Johannes Paul Lehmann, a futurist who is literally driving innovation in automotive tech, shares his passion for the future of autonomous driving and urban mobility. We explored a future with the global adoption of dedicated lanes for autonomous vehicles, induction charging for electric cars, and the rapid evolution of AI. Johannes also shares insights from his work at Porshe Shanghai, his German Accelerator, his mentoring work, and the shaping of the interconnected global landscape.

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36:35

E151: AI in 2024: Critical for Progress, Challenging...

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2024/01/29

Siri to Pi: AI is transforming our lives quicker than expected. In this episode, I “discuss” with Pi, the Inflection AI’s language model. My “conversation” with Pi touches on a range of subjects. We explored a thought experiment of “free” electricity; Pi was able to portray the potential effects on society, boosting electric vehicles, and transforming agriculture and transport, especially with drones in reforestation. Can we continue living without Pi, or her friends; please tune in to find

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19:08

E150: Concluding the Year with a Brief Overview

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2024/01/01

In this experimental episode, I recorded while driving a Tesla Model Y with its built-in microphone and camera. I recorded this episode using its built-in Zoom application, reflected on how electric vehicles are taking over Australia, and shared insights from the last few 2023 episodes. I ponder why people still worry about the range of an electric vehicle, the recent price trajectory for solar panels, and the prospect of free electricity. I explained the impact of the democratisation of AI and

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42:10

E149: Philippine Renewable Energy: Insights on Wind...

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2023/12/31

Viktoria Locson knows the solar power scene in the Philippines and the region. Today, she explained the challenges of wind energy delivery. Drawing from her background as an electrical engineer, Victoria emphasises logistical hurdles, physical demands, and offshore complexities in wind projects. She underscores the significance of a balanced lifestyle and encourages aspiring professionals to join the renewable energy sector, highlighting the importance of sincerity and clear intentions. Please

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47:16

E148: Corporate Social Responsibility and Renewable...

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2023/12/31

Meet Vaibhav Agarwal, the driving force behind Lifetime Renewable Energy. He's here to bring insight to the rooftop solar business and the incredible opportunities it holds. Also to unravel the story behind his groundbreaking City of Melbourne retrofit project, unveiling the challenges faced by towering structures in embracing solar solutions. An advocate for sustainability, Vaibhav passionately stands up for local businesses, emphasizing the vital need to understand the historical shifts in

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45:53

E147: Opportunities in Solar Waste and Carbon Capture

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2023/12/30

Ankit Patel, an innovator and entrepreneur, shares many of his innovative innovations today. He explains new thinking in carbon capture with rock weathering in existing Indian quarries. We discuss the potential impact, innovative approaches like burying fast-growing plants, and challenges in implementing renewables in the Pacific. Emphasizing simple designs and local involvement, we conclude with an invitation for future discussions on enhanced rock weathering. Please join in to find more. Connect

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E146: How to Empower Ourselves with AI-enabled...

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2023/12/29

Dr. Sam Samdani, a Yale graduate and Senior Industry Knowledge Expert at McKinsey, discussed the profound influence of AI, especially chatbots, on personal growth. We delved into how current AI technologies eliminate social and economic obstacles to knowledge access and the lasting societal shifts this may bring. We examined the possibility of obtaining multiple degrees without traditional college attendance and how AI could shape our 2024 learning strategies. As a Chemical Engineering guru,

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46:58

E145: Understanding Business Sustainability and AI:...

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2023/12/27

Nia Warouw and I explored the need to collaborate creatively for new solutions in today’s dynamic world. We also look at how AI changes things and stress the need for careful control of this technology. The conversation wraps up by underlining the value of personal choices, the need to prevent discrimination, and the importance of ongoing learning in communities. Please join in to find more: Connect with Sohail Hasnie: Facebook @sohailhasnie Twitter @shasnie LinkedIn @shasnie ADB Blog Sohail

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52:35

E144: Bangladesh's Rooftop Solar: Powering a...

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2023/12/26

Engage with Didar Islam, a renowned electrical engineer and entrepreneur, as he explores Bangladesh's solar power sector. Didar addresses the challenges of solar projects, including his vision for a 250 MW rooftop solar initiative, and highlights financial and market challenges. He outlines ambitious goals and delves into creative solutions such as battery-swappable electric three-wheelers. The conversation ends with Didar giving practical advice for new entrepreneurs, stressing the importance of

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49:05

E143: Sarawak’s Journey to Becoming a Regional...

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2023/12/23

Nick Wright, Senior Vice President for Business Development at Sarawak Energy, explains Sarawak's energy vision and its recent projects aimed at exporting its vast hydropower in the region, including the proposed undersea interconnection project with Singapore. We discuss the impact of climate change in Sarawak and the role that Sarawak’s hydropower has played in decarbonising large industries. Nick concludes with insights into his personal life and encourages young engineers to explore

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46:30

E142: Australia's Energy Evolution: The Impact of...

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2023/12/20

Join us in this podcast episode, where energy expert Anthony Seipolt talks about big changes in the energy grid and how electric cars may shake things up even more. We dive into how people's energy use changes and the critical task of adding renewable energy sources. Anthony highlights electric cars as powerful energy storage tools and discusses rules, tech, and why keeping up with all these fast-paced changes in the energy world is crucial. Please tune in to get a clear view of the exciting,

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