Best Sohail Hasnie Podcasts (2025)

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E273: Batteries on Wheels: The Future of Distributed Energy 46:22

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In this episode, our guest is Steven Letendre, an economist and regulatory strategist specializing in distributed energy and vehicle-grid integration. Steven shares his deep insights into the emerging world of bidirectional EV charging, or V2G, a concept he has helped shape for over two decades. From the regulatory frameworks needed to support inno…

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E272: Top 10 Things V2G Can Do for Us 32:30

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In this episode, our guest is Sohail Hasnie, host of Energypreneurs, who shares his personal reflections on the game-changing potential of Vehicle-to-Grid (V2G) technology. Driving through Metro Manila, Sohail explores the "10 things V2G can do for us"—a practical and visionary list that shows how electric vehicles can go far beyond transportation …

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E271: Designing for Circularity: Rethinking Solar and Batteries 53:08

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In this episode, our guest is Laura Jones, an electrical engineer, social scientist, and co-founder of the Circular PV Alliance. Laura walks us through the pioneering work behind Australia's first certification scheme for circular solar farms, CPVA Certified. From integrating circular economy principles into planning and operation, to practical reu…

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E270: Why the Future is Distributed, Decentralized, and Solar 55:05

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In this episode, our guest is Danny Kennedy, a serial energy entrepreneur, investor, and advocate for distributed renewables. Danny shares his bold vision for a world powered entirely by solar energy and battery storage — a transformation he calls "Solar for Universal Need." Drawing on his experience leading startups and initiatives like the Califo…

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E269: Community Batteries, Flow Tech, and the Future of Storage 54:24

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In this episode, our guest is Glenne Drover, a passionate energy professional and currently the Company Secretary at Yarra Energy Foundation. Though semi-retired, Glenne remains deeply active in shaping Australia's energy landscape through consulting, advocacy, and public engagement. We discuss the evolving battery storage landscape, with Glenne pr…

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E268: Batteries, Carbon Capture, and the Future of Energy Systems 49:41

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In this episode, our guest is Yongping Zhai, former ADB energy leader and now Senior Advisor at Tencent, leading their carbon neutrality strategy. He shares his journey from early solar projects to driving green innovation in big tech—covering dramatic cost drops in renewables, the rise of AI in grid management, and why mindsets must shift for the …

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E267: Energy as a Service: Rethinking Tariffs and Equity 37:28

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In this episode, our guest is Gavin Dufty, National Director of Energy Policy and Research at St Vincent de Paul Australia. Gavin brings decades of experience advocating for consumer equity in Australia's energy transition. He shares valuable insights on evolving from kilowatt-based billing to energy-as-a-service models, rethinking subsidy framewor…

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E266: Navigating Knowledge: From ADB to AI 54:48

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In this episode, our guest is Daan Boom, former Knowledge Management Specialist at ADB, who shares how knowledge systems have evolved—from early platforms like K-Map and E-Star to today's AI-driven environments. He reflects on building a culture of learning within development institutions, his current work on climate resilience in Bangladesh, and h…

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E265: Electrifying Heavy Freight at Diesel Prices 39:16

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In this episode, our guest is Daniel Bleakley, co-founder of New Energy Transport, who shares how his team is building a vertically integrated, zero-emission road-freight company that can compete at diesel price parity by pairing electric trucks with on-site generation and smart participation in Australia’s wholesale electricity market. He explains…

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E264: Rethinking Electricity Like the Internet 55:22

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In this episode, our guest is Bruce Nordman, a long-time researcher from Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory. Bruce brings four decades of experience in energy efficiency and introduces his revolutionary vision for transforming how buildings use electricity, drawing strong parallels with the evolution of internet technology. We explore the concep…

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E263: How This Startup is Fixing Online Content Noise 40:06

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In this episode, our guest is Cheree Bonnici, a startup founder based in South Australia, and the driving force behind Topicks, a global content platform focused on community, education, and sustainability. Cheree shares the story behind creating a curated digital space where users choose what they learn—free from algorithms and noise. From solving…

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E262: AI in Practice—Tools, Workflows, and What’s Next 41:48

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In this episode, our guest is Amie Vuyong. She works on AI-powered identity verification, AML, and fraud prevention, areas she frames as “compliance AI agents.” She also shares how she used modern AI coding companions to turn a manual spreadsheet into a sleek personal finance web app, with expense tracking, budgets, and net‑worth views, built throu…

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E261: Solar to VPP: Powering the Future 38:43

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In this episode, our guest is Clinton O’Neil, a distributed energy veteran whose journey began in Hawaii’s rooftop solar boom and evolved into driving innovation in grid modernisation and virtual power plants (VPPs). Clinton shares deep insights into the transition from net metering to non-export solar, the pivotal role of energy storage, and how D…

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E260: Electrifying Everything: The Role of EV Charging and Home Batteries 35:35

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In this episode, our guest is Ned Funnell, a test engineer at Lincoln Electric and long-time electric vehicle (EV) enthusiast. Ned shares a decade of personal and professional insights from the EV world—discussing high-power chargers, grid resiliency, home batteries, and the evolving role of electrification in achieving net-zero goals. From transit…

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E259: Australia’s Homegrown EV Journey 36:58

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In this episode, our guest is Gregory McGarvie, founder of Ace Electric Vehicles—Australia’s pioneering homegrown EV startup. Gregory shares his eight-year journey building locally assembled EVs, from trolley collectors for Woolworths to advanced, grid-integrated vans. We explore the challenges of local manufacturing, the innovation behind Ace’s en…

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E258: Batteries in a Box: From Off-Grid to Global Energy Solutions 57:32

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In this episode, our guest is Marc Sheldon, CEO of Red Earth Energy Storage. Marc shares his journey from solar thermal to leading innovations in lithium iron phosphate (LFP) battery systems. He explains how Red Earth’s Australian-made, plug-and-play solutions are transforming energy access — from rural off-grid sheds to large-scale commercial inst…

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E257: Charting the Future of Offshore Wind in the Philippines 47:27

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In this episode, our guest is Alma Roxas-Aguila, a seasoned renewable energy expert with over two decades of experience in the Philippine wind sector. Alma shares her journey from early project development at Alternergy, including involvement in Southeast Asia's first onshore wind farm, to her current focus on scaling up offshore wind. She provides…

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E256: Energy Abundance, AI, and Human Potential 56:39

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In this episode, our guest is Cameron Quin, a serial energy entrepreneur who reconnects with Sohail after years of impactful work across the Pacific Islands and Southeast Asia. Cameron shares his journey from launching off-grid solar ventures to exploring the deeper aspects of human energy and spiritual well-being. He offers unique insights into th…

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E255: Responsible AI and the Future of Inclusion 50:04

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In this episode, our guest is Xiaochen Zhang, a global innovation leader and the driving force behind AI 2030 and FinTech for Good. Xiaochen shares his journey from the World Bank to founding organisations that champion responsible technology. He dives into the six-pillar framework of responsible AI—transparency, accountability, fairness, safety, s…

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E254: Hydropower’s Storage Role in a Solar Future 52:53

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In this episode, our guest is Mike Westerman, who leads the hydropower team at GHD, a global consultancy with deep expertise in water, dams, and geotech. Mike shares fascinating insights on the evolution of hydropower—from its origins at Niagara Falls to today’s high-efficiency, computer-modeled turbines. He explains why pumped hydro remains the do…

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E253: Orchestrating Australia's Home Battery Revolution 46:52

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In this episode, our guest is part of a dynamic roundtable exploring the global trends, economic drivers, and regulatory challenges shaping the future of home battery storage. Building on Part 1, this continuation dives deep into the falling costs of battery production, market implications of subsidies, and the technical and policy complexities of …

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E252: Beyond Backup: How Batteries Are Reshaping Australia’s Energy Future 1:05:26

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In this episode, our guest is a diverse panel of Australia’s energy experts unpacking the rapid rise of home battery adoption. From manufacturing and policy to regulation and consumer behavior, they explore what’s driving the boom, including generous government subsidies, rising energy independence, and grid trading opportunities. The discussion di…

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E251: The Virtual Energy Network: Solar Without the Storage 44:21

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In this episode, our guest is Andrea La Nauze, an energy and environmental economist at Deakin University. Andrea discusses her research on Australia’s Virtual Energy Network, which allows households to trade excess rooftop solar energy. She explains how pricing can shift energy use patterns and reduce reliance on batteries, and explores the role o…

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E250: From 3-Wheelers to Tesla Model Y: Equity and Energy Security 48:34

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In this episode, Sohail Hasnie shares a personal monologue, offering an on-the-road reflection from behind the wheel of his Tesla in Metro Manila. He unpacks how electric vehicles—whether high-end Teslas or modest electric tricycles—can drive profound social, economic, and environmental change. From reducing fuel poverty in Bangladesh to transformi…

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E249: Electrifying Mobility with Purpose 54:41

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In this episode, our guest is Diana E. Páez, Senior Director of Energy and Mobility, William Davidson Institute at the University of Michigan. Diana dives into the dynamic role that electric vehicles can play in decarbonizing transportation across emerging markets. She discusses how EVs—when supported by the right policies, financing tools, and loc…

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E248: Bridging the Global Energy Talent Gap 48:24

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In this episode, our guest is Jim Salter-Duke, founder of Spark Horizon, a talent solutions company working between Australia and the Philippines. Jim shares how the global clean energy transition is being hindered not by technology but by a chronic shortage of skilled labour. With 100,000 engineering graduates a year, the Philippines is a rich but…

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E247: Private Banking in China’s EV Surge 29:00

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In this episode, our guest is Sonya Song, a seasoned private banking professional with 17 years of experience spanning Zurich, Beijing, and Singapore. Sonya shares unique insights into China's booming electric vehicle (EV) market, highlighting her views on leading players like BYD and Tesla. She discusses how private banks support ultra-high-net-wo…

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E246: Powering the Future: Rooftops to Electro States 54:38

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In this episode, our guest is Grant McDowell, a visionary entrepreneur and advocate for democratizing access to clean energy. Grant shares his 18-year journey—from dreaming of remote solar matching in Marrickville to launching “Adopt a Panel” in Italy, enabling urban households to access cheaper renewable energy. He discusses the technical and regu…

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E245: Beyond Green Labels: Rethinking Agriculture from Soil to Shelf 47:07

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In this episode, our guests are Sahil Nair and Pauline Smout, both sustainability consultants based in the Netherlands. They delve into the complexities of sustainable agriculture, highlighting how responsible sourcing, water use, and land conversion are critical to long-term ecological health. Pauline discusses her work bringing together banks, su…

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E244: Is Australia Ready to Export Power from EVs to the Grid? 1:10:03

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In this episode, our guest panel explores the opportunities and barriers to Vehicle-to-Grid (V2G) technology in Australia. We dive into policy frameworks, utility business models, customer behavior, and the technical potential of V2G to help stabilize the grid, lower energy costs, and accelerate EV adoption. The discussion brings together experts f…

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E243: Plug-and-Play Hydro: A New Era of Clean Power 48:37

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In this episode, our guest is Emily Morris, Founder and CEO of Emrgy, a company pioneering modular hydropower systems that bring clean, continuous electricity to remote and underserved communities. Emily explains how her technology integrates water stewardship, floating solar, and energy storage to build decentralized microgrids that don't require …

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E242: What to Expect from Solar and Storage by 2030 46:56

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In this episode, our guest is Sonia Dunlop, CEO of the Global Solar Council. Sonia shares an energising update on the rapid rise of solar PV and battery storage, outlining how the world is racing toward 700 GW of annual solar installations and aiming for 8 TW by 2030. She highlights rooftop solar as a game changer for resilience, the role of micro-…

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E241: Cracking the Code of V2G in Australia 52:10

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In this episode, our guest is Riccardo Pagliarrella, a dynamic force in the world of electric mobility and distributed energy. With a background in motorsports and nearly two decades of experience in vehicle electrification, Riccardo offers deep insights into the future of Vehicle-to-Grid (V2G) technology. He discusses Australia's unique position a…

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E240: Scaling Solar Recycling: From Melbourne to the World 48:09

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In this episode, Anthony Vippond shares his journey from installing off-grid solar systems in the early '90s to pioneering large-scale solar panel recycling. Seeing a major gap in the industry, his company developed an advanced process to recover 98% of materials from discarded panels. He discusses the global need for sustainable recycling, governm…

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E239: Longevity, Labs, and the Mind-Body Link 56:14

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In this episode, our guest is Dr. Taher Saif, Professor at the University of Illinois and a pioneering researcher whose unconventional path took him from civil engineering to biomedical breakthroughs. Dr. Saif shares a fascinating journey through academia and research—from nanotech in electrical engineering to fertility diagnostics, and ultimately …

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E238: Australia’s EV Shift: Policy, Power, and Opportunity 42:54

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In this episode, our guest is Ross De Rango, former Head of Energy and Infrastructure at the Electric Vehicle Council and a leading voice in Australia’s EV transition. Ross breaks down the policies driving EV adoption, the pivotal role of home charging, and the emerging power of vehicle-to-grid (V2G) integration. He shares sharp insights on the cha…

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E237: A Couple’s EV Shift in the Philippines 50:54

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In this episode, our guest is Jonalyn and John Ang, a dynamic couple leading the charge for electric vehicle (EV) adoption in the Philippines. Jonalyn, a seasoned accountant and COO of Dynamic Minds Business Solutions, and John, a cybersecurity expert and CEO of Graybox Security, share how their transition to EVs has not only slashed fuel and maint…

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E236: Nuts and Bolts of EV Charging 47:15

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In this episode, our guest is Casper Rasmussen, CEO of Monta, a software platform revolutionising electric vehicle (EV) charging. Casper shares his journey from electrical engineer to tech entrepreneur and dives deep into the real-world challenges of EV infrastructure—from battery preconditioning and user experience issues to the complexity of dyna…

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E235: Reimagining Battery Futures for EVs 34:46

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In this episode, our guest is Dr. Yanxi Yu, a PhD graduate from University of Sydney, whose pioneering research focuses on green lithium extraction from seawater and brine using electrochemical methods. With a background in environmental and chemical engineering, Yanxi explains the environmental benefits and technical challenges of sustainable lith…

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E234: Busting EV Myths in the Philippines 56:41

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In this episode, our guest is Luis Buenaventura, a FinTech executive and devoted EV enthusiast based in the Philippines. Luis shares his firsthand journey into electric vehicles, offering practical insights on everything from vehicle comparisons to charging infrastructure, and debunks major EV myths around range anxiety, fire risk, and flood safety…

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E233: Investing for Impact to Fast-Tracking Australia's Clean Energy Future 58:03

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In this episode, our guest is Blair Palese, a long-standing climate advocate, ethical investment strategist and Director of Philanthropy at Ethinvest. Blair shares her journey from leading fossil fuel divestment campaigns to founding the Climate Capital Forum, where she now works to unlock climate finance and accelerate clean tech solutions in Aust…

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E232: Impact Ventures in Solar and E-Mobility 49:22

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In this episode, our guest is Shazia Khan, a seasoned energy entrepreneur, advisor, and investor. Shazia shares her journey from founding Pakistan’s first pay-as-you-go solar company to becoming a strategic force in energy access across Africa and Latin America. She discusses her ventures in peer-to-peer energy sharing, her board roles in e-mobilit…

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E231: Inside Bitcoin Mining: Energy, Economics, and the Future 49:09

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In this episode, our guest is Syed Saqib Alam, a seasoned Bitcoin mining expert who shares his journey from hobbyist miner to industry leader. He explains the fundamentals of Bitcoin mining, the vital role miners play in maintaining the blockchain, and the critical importance of energy efficiency in mining operations. Saqib offers a deep dive into …

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E230: A Vision for the Future Of Energy 1:03:21

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In this episode, our guest is Michael Barnard, a climate futurist, systems thinker, and clean tech strategist. Michael dives deep into the myths and realities around hydrogen, offering compelling arguments backed by decades of technical analysis and scenario modelling. He explains why hydrogen's role in the future energy mix is likely overstated an…

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E229: Authentic Connections: LinkedIn as a Catalyst for Change 47:51

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In this episode, our guest is Lynnaire Johnston, a New Zealand-based LinkedIn strategist, author, and founder of LinkAbility. Lynnaire shares practical and powerful insights on how professionals—especially in the sustainability and clean energy sectors—can elevate their personal and company brands using LinkedIn. She emphasizes the platform's evolu…

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E228: Australia's Leap into Electrifying Trucks 56:05

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In this episode, our guest is Grant Mitchell, an entrepreneur and electric vehicle expert with deep roots in the transport and logistics sector. Grant shares decades of experience and offers a rich perspective on the evolution of electric trucks—from early forklift applications to cutting-edge battery-swapping technology and autonomous freight solu…

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E227: Empowering Island Women 57:53

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In this episode, our guest is Cherrie Atilano, the dynamic founder and CEO of AGREA Agricultural Systems and the AGREA Foundation. Cherrie shares her powerful journey of building sustainable agricultural models in the Philippines, particularly by empowering women in rural and island communities. From transforming typhoon-hit buildings into solar-po…

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E226: Innovations for Universal Energy Access 37:40

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In this episode, our guest is Woochong Um, Chief Executive Officer of the Global Energy Alliance for People and Planet (GEAPP). With a distinguished career spanning more than 30 years in international development, Woochong shares his journey from senior leadership at the Asian Development Bank to now spearheading one of the world’s most ambitious e…

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E225: How Anyone Can Learn or Teach Anything 46:39

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In this episode, our guest is Janine Teo, CEO of Solve Education! She shares her inspiring journey from a computer engineer in Singapore to a global changemaker leading scalable education programs for marginalized communities. With over 30 million lessons delivered, Janine breaks down how her organisation uses the “GAIN” framework—Gamification, AI …

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E224: Innovating Renewable Energy in South Asia 44:58

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In this episode of Energypreneurs, our guest is Jaimes Kolantharaj, Principal Energy Specialist at the Asian Development Bank (ADB). Jaimes shares insights on renewable energy projects in South Asia, highlighting ADB’s role in shifting investments from government funding to private sector-driven initiatives. He discusses solar and battery storage d…