In this conversation, Raffaele and Edoardo share the journey of founding Niko Energy, transitioning from their previous venture in cloud kitchens to addressing the clean tech sector in Mexico. They discuss the challenges and opportunities in the solar energy market, the regulatory landscape, and their innovative financing solutions aimed at increasing solar adoption. The conversation also touches on the importance of targeting underserved communities, engaging corporations, and the potential role of AI in enhancing operational efficiency. They conclude with reflections on misconceptions they had before launching Niko and their future growth plans.

Chapters

00:00
Intro

01:03
Backgrounds

01:14
Cocinas Ocultas Exit to Cloud Kitchens

04:29
Why is there only 3% solar adoption in Mexico?

07:52
Value for B2B Customers

08:44
Understanding Virtual Power Plants

11:29
Navigating Regulatory Changes

11:54
Sheinbaum's Emphasis on Solar

14:40
Financing SMEs Solar & Solar Communities

16:06
Enterprises & Solar Consumption

17:20
The Role AI in Niko's Processes

18:34
Final Thoughts

20:13
Outro

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