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Peter Manos, Director of Research for Electric Power & Smart Grid, on the Energy Sector team at ARC Advisory Group, speaks with ARC Analyst Gaven Simon about the importance of ESG data and the role it plays in having informed debates regarding climate policies. They cover how Digital Twins can be useful for estimating the IRA’s impact and ways in which AI and ML will enable industries to make better decisions in response to the energy transition and sustainability drivers. Peter and Gaven end their discussion by considering  misplaced pushback the IRA has received, which neglects the importance of the “reduction” part of the bill. 

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Episode 2: Features Rick Rys Senior Analyst at ARC Advisory Group. Rick has worked in Chemical, Oil, Gas, Power Generation (including Fossil & Nuclear), Power T&D, Renewable energy, pharmaceutical, Paper and building automation areas. He joins the series to speak about Hydrogen Electrolyzers and its role in the energy transition which is still up for debate. The two speak about the current Hydrogen economy, developments in electrolyzers technology, and the impact of low-cost energy has on hydrogen development. 

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Todays featured guest, Eric Vettel President, and Founder of the American Energy Society joins Gaven to speak about the impacts of the Inflation Reduction Act . During the episode, the host  does not hold back on asking very “poignant” questions. The two discuss how well the Biden – Harris administration have communicated the IRA and why it is important to create digestible content for Americans. They speak about what future IRA policies could look like and why the “carrot” approach has worked up until now. The episode ends with an overall summary of the effectiveness of the IRA and what the two hope to see as investments continue to be distributed. 

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Join us in this transformative episode of "The Sustainability Podcast," featuring Ravikrishnan Srinivasan, Vice President and General Manager of Emissions Management at Honeywell Connected Enterprise. Hosted by Jim Frazer Vice President of Smart Cities & Infrastructure at ARC Advisory Group, the podcast explores the challenges and breakthroughs of sustainability in a variety of industries.

 Gain unique insights into Honeywell's mission, customer-facing products, and the integral role of sustainability in the company's culture. Understand the ins and outs of emissions management, its application areas, and Honeywell's innovative solutions in this domain. Listen as Srinivasan dives into the hurdles of technology deployment and how sustainability plays a pivotal role in the company's evolution.

 Discover the three foundational pillars of digital transformation and the essential role of training competency. Srinivasan discusses how to tackle emissions challenges in process industries and highlights four core vertical markets where dramatics effects are being realized.

 Delve into operational efficiency and performance, focusing on energy intensity and emissions. Learn about Honeywell's advancements in green hydrogen, carbon capture, and battery energy storage technologies, contributing to a broader energy transition.

 Further explore Honeywell's focus on building automation and energy optimization and the benefits it provides to both internal and external clients. Get a sense of Srinivasan's sustainability recommendations for other companies and individuals, painting a roadmap for future sustainability.

 Finally, be inspired by Honeywell's commitment to carbon neutrality by 2035 and their vision of making the planet more sustainable. Srinivasan emphasizes the importance of urgency and dedication on this journey, underscoring the opportunity we have to make a difference.

 Step into this informative and captivating discussion to learn more about the path to a more sustainable future. Tune in now!

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Dive deep into the electrifying world of power and energy with Pamela Hamblin from Select Power Systems. In this captivating episode, we unravel Pamela's rich background and experiences in the energy sector that have helped shape her perspective and fuel her passion.

 The conversation begins with a discussion of the energy sector's hurdles, ranging from one-way traffic designed transmission lines to the intricacies of unit decommissioning.

Then, we demystify the interconnection challenge,  shedding light on its role in the deregulated energy markets of the US and its implications for coal and gas. We delve into the complications of connecting to the queue, including a discussion on the interconnection backlog and the challenges hybrid microgrids face.

Discussion extends to problems related to transmission, distribution, and sensors, and we outline the steps of the energy transition. We tackle the concept of 'peak shaving' and power reliability, discussing how microgrids can help manage high usage times and exploring the impact of low voltage on indoor farming.

Looking ahead, we envision the future of off-grid systems and microgrids, the potential of hydrogen fuel cells, and discuss the dilemma of off-grid versus on-grid solutions. Our conversation culminates in an engaging dialogue on managing electric vehicles and the grid, discussing the importance of maintaining viable utilities.

End your journey with Pamela's insightful closing remarks, providing a fitting conclusion to this comprehensive exploration of the energy sector's complex world. Listen, learn, and let's navigate the future of power together.

To learn more about Select Power Systems, please visit their web site at https://www.selectpowersystems.com/

To engage with Pamela, please visit here LinkedIn profile at:  https://www.linkedin.com/in/pamelahamblin/

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Join us on a deep dive into the world of corporate sustainability in this latest episode of "The Sustainability Podcast," featuring special guest Mohammad Hoda, Honeywell’s Director of Sustainability and Carbon Neutrality. Hosted by Jim Frazer, Vice President of the ARC Advisory Group, we unpack the nuts and bolts of Honeywell’s groundbreaking Carbon Net Neutrality Program.

 Discover the delicate balance between financial and environmental considerations that goes into Honeywell's project decisions. Hoda illuminates the challenges of becoming carbon neutral, and how digitalization and cutting-edge data analytics are helping to overcome these hurdles.

 Take a closer look at the intricacies of quantifying a company's carbon footprint, the shift from mere estimation to precise measurement, and the revolutionary role of digitalization in industry practices. Delve into the necessity of increased sensor use in industrial facilities, and how digital solutions are becoming the answer to current challenges.

 Finally, explore the immense power of data analytics and their application in shaping targeted sustainability projects. Hoda offers insights and recommendations for organizations navigating their own path towards carbon neutrality, emphasizing the importance of embedding sustainability into every decision-making process. By understanding the three steps of sustainability, listeners will gain a comprehensive understanding of how to become a responsible, future-oriented enterprise.

 Don't miss this opportunity to learn from one of the industry's leading figures in sustainability and carbon neutrality - tune in today!

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If you’ve been on any social media channel in the past few years, we are fairly certain you’ve come across a video clip of a robot owned by Boston Dynamics - that not so little 4 legged robot is "Spot", one of the three flagship products that Boston Dynamics currently has available. 

Where and how are these robots being used?   What is Boston Dynamics ' goal by developing these robots?  
In today’s installment of ARC’s sustainability podcast, hosts Jim Frazer and Gaven Simon speak to Roger Hebert of Boston Dynamics. Roger is the industrial inspection sales manager for Boston Dynamics and has extensive industrial manufacturing experience. The episode begins with a general overview of the company and their three flagship robots available today. The group discusses product applications, safety, sustainability, and increased productivity. The conversation then goes into overcoming the company’s complications with adoption and acceptance. As well as positive implications for customers who purchased and adopted their robot into their daily processes. If you’ve ever been interested in learning more about Boston Dynamics, the future of robots, and industrial automation here is your chance!"

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In this podcast, we examine the triad of energy, digital and automation and how this is advancing industrial circularity, manufacturing efficiency, reduced emissions, renewables, advanced materials and bio-plastics. Future industries will be more interconnected and interdependent. Bhaskar Sinha, Director at the R&D Innovation Lab and Nidal Ghizawi, R&D Director for Process Automation with Schneider Electric and Peter Reynolds, Industry Analyst at ARC Advisory Group discuss these merits.

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Episode description: In today’s episode of the ARC Sustainability Podcast, Gaven Simon ARC analyst is joined by Erica Ocampo Chief Sustainability Officer of the Metals Company. They sit down to discuss ocean mining, where it originated, and what it looks like today. The two speak about traditional mining and the environmental concerns, human right issues, and dwindling mineral reserves. Erica shares about The Metals Company technology, sustainability programs, and how they plan on transitioning into a recycling company. The conversation touches upon the International Seabed Authority and the role they play in facilitating relationships between sponsor countries and companies such as TMC. Lastly, Erica shares plans on how The Metals Company plans to be one of the first companies to apply for a commercial contract this summer.  

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Schneider Electric executives Mary Beth Connolly, VP Strategy, Process Automation and Jay Abdallah, VP Cybersecurity Services join Sid Snitkin, VP Cybersecurity Advisory Services in a discussion of how industrial companies can meet the challenges they face in ensuring the cybersecurity of their facilities and critical infrastructure. This includes dealing with the today’s increased risks of ransomware and nation state attacks, as well the people, process, and technology changes that companies should be considering to enable secure digitalization. 

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