Energy Transition Solutions

By Joe Batir

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... more

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May 22, 2024The Potential of Flow Batteries with Eugene Beh | Quino Energy | Ep 148
This episode is sponsored by Ranch Office—Texas style co-working in Houston. Life is better at the Ranch.
Eugene Beh, founder and CEO of Quino Energy, sits down with our Host, Joe Batir. They discuss flow batteries and their applications in the energy storage industry. He explains that flow batteries are a type of battery that use two tanks of reactants to generate electricity. Unlike other batteries, flow batteries can be easily scaled up by increasing the size of the tanks, making them suitable for long-duration storage. However, the cost and supply chain limitations of traditional flow battery technologies, such as vanadium flow batteries, have hindered their widespread adoption. Quino Energy aims to address these challenges by developing flow batteries using organic molecules called Quinones, which are cheaper and more sustainable. Their technology is a drop-in replacement for vanadium flow batteries, making it easier for existing systems to transition to their solution. Quino Energy\’s flow batteries are particularly well-suited for mid-duration storage, ranging from 6 to 24 hours. Quino Energy is exploring the repurposing of old oil storage tanks for energy storage. They have found that their flow battery technology is chemically compatible with carbon steel tanks, making it a cost-effective and efficient solution. The US has enough tank storage space to store about four terawatt hours of Quino\’s electrolyte, providing a significant opportunity for energy storage. Repurposing existing infrastructure can save time and money on installation. The conversation also touches on the importance of electrifying the grid, decarbonizing transportation, and exploring other clean tech solutions.
Eugene’s Book Recommendations:
Momo by Michael Ende
The Pushcart War by Jean Merrill
Takeaways
Flow batteries are a type of battery that use two tanks of reactants to generate electricity.
Traditional flow battery technologies, such as vanadium flow batteries, have cost and supply chain limitations that hinder widespread adoption.
Quino Energy is developing flow batteries using organic molecules called Quinones, which are cheaper and more sustainable.
Their flow batteries are a drop-in replacement for vanadium flow batteries, making it easier for existing systems to transition to their solution.
Quino Energy\’s flow batteries are particularly well-suited for mid-duration storage, ranging from 6 to 24 hours. Quino Energy is exploring the repurposing of old oil storage tanks for energy storage, leveraging the compatibility of their flow battery technology with carbon steel tanks.
The US has enough tank storage space to store about four terawatt hours of Quino\’s electrolyte, presenting a significant opportunity for energy storage.
Repurposing existing infrastructure, such as oil tanks, can save time and money on installation and provide a cost-effective solution for energy storage.
Electrifying the grid, decarbonizing transportation, and exploring other clean tech solutions are crucial steps in achieving net-zero emissions and combating climate change.
Keywords
flow batteries, energy storage, scalability, long-duration storage, supply chain, sustainability, drop-in replacement, repurposing infrastructure, decarbonization, clean tech solutions
Chapters
00:00 Introduction and Background
03:48 Understanding Flow Batteries
08:10 Applications of Flow Batteries
15:20 Challenges and Limitations of Traditional Flow Battery Technologies
20:23 The Advantages of Quino Energy\’s Drop-In Replacement Solution
25:46 The Sweet Spot: Quino Energy\’s Focus on Mid-Duration Storage
27:17 Repurposing Old Oil Tanks for Energy Storage
34:33 The Potential of Tank Storage for Energy Storage
40:52 Cost-Effective Energy Storage with Repurposed Infrastructure
43:22 The Importance of Electrifying the Grid and Decarbonizing Transportation
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May 15, 2024Geothermal, Rising with Bryant Jones | Geothermal Rising | Ep 147
In this episode our host, Joe Batir, speaks with Bryant Jones, Executive Director of Geothermal Rising. They discuss Geothermal, how they both got into geothermal, and where the industry is going. Specific topics include:
Bryant’s background and how he got into geothermal
What are common misconceptions about geothermal
What is most exciting about geothermal right now
The GEODE award
The geothermal rising conference and role of events in spreading knowledge
Bryant’s book recommendation:
The Grapes of Wrath by John Steinbeck
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May 08, 2024Nuclear Submarines, Insurance, and Civilian Energy with Brian Fitzgerald | Willis Towers Watson | Ep 146
In this episode of the Energy Transition Solutions podcast, host Joe Batir interviews Brian Fitzgerald, a senior property and nuclear insurance broker at Willis Towers Watson. They discuss nuclear power, specifically nuclear submarines and the connection between nuclear power and insurance. Fitzgerald emphasizes the safety of nuclear power and the importance of trust in the industry. They also touch on the challenges and opportunities in the nuclear industry, including the transition to small modular reactors and fusion power. The episode concludes with a discussion on the role of insurance in the nuclear industry and the need for coverage to mitigate risks.
Brian’s Book Recommendations:
Never Split the Difference by Chris Voss
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Takeaways
Nuclear power is safe and relies on rigorous training, safety systems, and redundant procedures to ensure the well-being of personnel and equipment.
Public perception and trust are key factors in the growth and acceptance of the nuclear industry.
Insurance plays a crucial role in the nuclear industry by providing coverage and liability protection for vendors, suppliers, and other entities involved in nuclear power generation.
The insurance industry is evolving to meet the needs of the growing nuclear industry and to address concerns related to nuclear waste and public safety.
Chapters
00:00 Introduction and Permission
07:04 Comparison of Nuclear Reactors on Submarines and Power Plants
14:13 Public Perception and Trust in Nuclear Power
39:21 Discussion on Joe Batir\’s Doctoral Dissertation
Keywords
nuclear power, nuclear submarines, insurance, safety, trust, small modular reactors, fusion power
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May 01, 2024John O’Donnell of Rondo Energy | Ep 145
In this episode, our host, Joe Batir, speaks with John O’Donnell, CEO of Rondo Energy. They discuss the importance of decarbonizing industrial heat and the role of high temperature thermal energy storage in achieving this goal. John explains that the cost of PV solar has fallen dramatically, making intermittent clean electricity the cheapest form of energy.
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John’s Book Recommendations:
Speed and Scale by John Doerr
The Heat Will Kill You First by Jeff Goodell
Climate Capitalism by Akshat Rathi
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Rondo Energy is building the world’s cheapest, simplest, safest, and most efficient energy storage system that stores electricity as heat and delivers it to replace boilers and furnaces. The industrial heat market is significant, accounting for half of all fuel burned and a quarter of all coal, oil, and natural gas burned globally.
O’Donnell emphasizes the need for decarbonized heat to be cheaper than business as usual in order to drive rapid decarbonization in the industrial sector. He also discusses the technology behind Rondo’s heat battery, which uses radiation charging and convection discharging to rapidly charge and deliver heat continuously.
O’Donnell highlights the importance of partnerships and leveraging existing supply chains to scale up the deployment of heat batteries. He mentions the recent grants from the Department of Energy for industrial decarbonization projects and the role of government support in accelerating the adoption of new technologies. O’Donnell believes that the transition to net zero requires a focus on profitable solutions that can be implemented at scale.
Takeaways
Decarbonizing industrial heat is crucial for achieving a low-carbon future.
Intermittent clean electricity is now the cheapest form of energy, making it economically viable to replace boilers and furnaces with high temperature thermal energy storage.
The industrial heat market is significant, accounting for half of all fuel burned globally.
Decarbonized heat must be cheaper than business as usual to drive rapid decarbonization in the industrial sector.
Partnerships and leveraging existing supply chains are key to scaling up the deployment of heat batteries.
Government support, such as grants for industrial decarbonization projects, can accelerate the adoption of new technologies.
A focus on profitable solutions that can be implemented at scale is essential for transitioning to net zero.
Keywords
decarbonization, industrial heat, thermal energy storage, PV solar, energy storage, heat battery, cost, market size, partnerships, government support, net zero
Chapters
00:00 Introduction and Permission
08:23 The Potential of Heat Battery Storage
25:44 Government Support for Industrial Decarbonization
35:26 Competition and the Future of Heat Batteries
45:27 Closing Remarks
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April 24, 2024How to Scale the Decarbonized Future with Dr. Emmanouil Kakaras of Mitsubishi Heavy Industries | Ep 144
In this episode, our host, Joe Batir, talks with Dr. Emmanouil Kakaras, Executive Vice President for the NEXT Energy Business at Mitsubishi Heavy Industries. They talk about existing technologies for decarbonizing the energy industry and what it will take to scale these technologies. They discuss topics including:
Power to heat
Carbon abatement and utilization
What it means to build a solid business case
Dr. Emmanouil’s book recommendations:
Tales of the Cyclades and Other Poems by Henry Bradfield
The Man without Qualities by Robert Musil
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April 17, 2024Composite Electrical Poles | John Higgins of RS Technologies | Ep 143
In this episode, our host, Joe Batir, talks with John Higgins, CEO at RS Technologies Inc. They talk about composite poles for electrical distribution and transmission. Specific topics they discuss include:
What is a composite pole?
Why do we need composite poles?
How many poles are used for distribution and transmission?
Where will we see composite poles in the future.
John’s book recommendation:
Undaunted Courage by Stephen Ambrose
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April 10, 2024The Benefits of Unified Engineering with AWS and AVEVA | Ep 142
In this episode, Joe Batir speaks with Roy Calder, Oil & Principal — New Energies at AVEVA, and Gilbert Chahine, Worldwide Head of Energy & Utilities Solutions at AWS. Joe and the guests discuss the unified engineering approach and its importance in accelerating new energy projects.
They highlight the need to break down silos and promote collaboration among different disciplines in the engineering process. The guests emphasize the value of data in optimizing operations and driving efficiency. They also discuss the challenges and opportunities in the energy transition, including the need for global consensus and accelerated R&D. The episode concludes with personal opinions and favorite memories from the hosts\’ university days.
This episode is sponsored by Ranch Office—Texas style co-working in Houston. Life is better at the Ranch.
Roy’s book recommendation:
The Century of my Father by Geert Mak
Gilbert’s book recommendation:
The Prophet by Khail Gibran
Takeaways
The unified engineering approach breaks down silos and promotes collaboration among different disciplines in the engineering process.
Data plays a crucial role in optimizing operations and driving efficiency in the energy industry.
The energy transition presents challenges and opportunities, including the need for global consensus and accelerated R&D.
Cloud technology and implementation offers scalability, security, and automation to support unified engineering and operations.
Chapters
00:00 Introduction and Permission
01:00 Introducing the Topic: Unified Engineering Approach
06:07 Understanding Unified Engineering
09:09 The Need for Unified Engineering
11:09 Challenges in the Energy Transition
13:25 The Value of Unified Engineering
16:31 Driving Efficiency and Cost Reduction
22:34 Addressing Concerns and Challenges
25:21 The Role of Cloud Technology
28:20 Achieving Net Zero and Beyond
32:26 Improvements in Time and Cost
36:17 Favorite Books
38:09 Getting to Net Zero
42:00 Favorite SMU Memory
45:00 Personal Opinions
49:10 Closing Remarks
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April 03, 2024Full Commitment to the Energy Transition | Bill Newsom, Mitsubishi Power Americas | Ep 141
In this episode, our host, Joe Batir, speaks with Bill Newsom, President and CEO of Mitsubishi Power Americas. They discuss the role of Mitsubishi Power Americas in the energy transition. Specific topics they discuss include:
The history and growth of Mitsubishi Power Americas
The pillars of the energy transition
How the pillars tie together
The regionality of energy solutions
Bill’s book recommendation:
The Advantage by Patrick Lencioni
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March 27, 2024Next Gen Geothermal Liftoff | Jigar Shah of the DOE Loan Programs Office | Ep 140
In this episode, Joe Batir speaks with Jigar Shah, Director at the DOE Loan Programs Office. Joe and Jigar discuss the DOE LPO and the newly released Next Generation Geothermal Liftoff Report (for the reports, click here).
Specifics on the conversation include:
What is the LPO and what is its role in the energy ecosystem?
What are these liftoff reports?
What are the recent technology developments that make geothermal “ready for liftoff”?
What will it take to get geothermal to commercialization?
Jigar’s book recommendation:
Fooled by Randomness by Nassim Nicholas Taleb
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March 20, 2024Status of the Energy Landscape with Emily Easley | Ep 139
In this episode, our host, Joe Batir speaks with Emily Easley, CEO of Novus Energy Advisors. They discuss the state of energy and the evolving energy mix. Emily highlights the growth of renewable power installation, the impact of the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act, challenges and concerns in the energy landscape, the impact of globalized supply chains on U.S. manufacturing, opportunities for renewable energy growth, and the path to net zero and beyond. Emily and Joe also share their opinion on a very important topic, their favorite Mexican food restaurant in Houston.
Emily’s book recommendation:
Think like a Warrior by Darrin Donnelly
Takeaways
Renewable power installation has seen exponential growth, particularly in utility-scale solar and wind projects.
The Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act has had a significant impact on the U.S. energy market, stimulating investment in U.S. manufacturing and creating opportunities for job growth.
Challenges and concerns in the energy landscape include grid instability, NIMBY (Not In My Backyard) opposition, and the need for community engagement and stakeholder buy-in.
Globalized supply chains pose risks and challenges for U.S. manufacturing, highlighting the importance of reshoring and investing in environmentally friendly raw materials.
To accelerate renewable energy growth, energy education, transparency in carbon accounting, and customer demand for sustainable products are key factors.
Achieving net zero and beyond requires standardized carbon accounting, transparency in product manufacturing, and a balance between environmental impact and affordability.
Emily\’s favorite Mexican food restaurant in Houston is El Tiempo.
Connect with Emily Easley on LinkedIn and learn more about Novus Energy Advisors at novusenergyadvisors.com.
Chapters
00:00 Introduction to Novus Energy Advisors
03:13 Renewable Power Installation
09:30 Impact of the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act
16:25 Challenges and Concerns in the Energy Landscape
28:28 Opportunities for Renewable Energy Growth
31:11 Path to Net Zero and Beyond
40:01 Favorite Mexican Food Restaurant in Houston
44:03 Closing Remarks
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