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Вміст надано Buchanan Ingersoll and Rooney and Buchanan Ingersoll. Весь вміст подкастів, включаючи епізоди, графіку та описи подкастів, завантажується та надається безпосередньо компанією Buchanan Ingersoll and Rooney and Buchanan Ingersoll або його партнером по платформі подкастів. Якщо ви вважаєте, що хтось використовує ваш захищений авторським правом твір без вашого дозволу, ви можете виконати процедуру, описану тут https://uk.player.fm/legal.
Alternative Power Plays is a podcast that explores the latest trends and innovations in energy generation. The podcast is hosted by Buchanan Ingersoll & Rooney attorneys and experts, Alan Seltzer and John Povilaitis, along with financing experts at the Brattle Group. Each episode features insightful interviews with industry leaders, innovators, and policymakers who are shaping the future of alternative energy. Tune into to Alternative Power Plays to hear frank conversations about new energy technologies and how facilities, municipalities and more can prepare for the next generation…of energy.
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Вміст надано Buchanan Ingersoll and Rooney and Buchanan Ingersoll. Весь вміст подкастів, включаючи епізоди, графіку та описи подкастів, завантажується та надається безпосередньо компанією Buchanan Ingersoll and Rooney and Buchanan Ingersoll або його партнером по платформі подкастів. Якщо ви вважаєте, що хтось використовує ваш захищений авторським правом твір без вашого дозволу, ви можете виконати процедуру, описану тут https://uk.player.fm/legal.
Alternative Power Plays is a podcast that explores the latest trends and innovations in energy generation. The podcast is hosted by Buchanan Ingersoll & Rooney attorneys and experts, Alan Seltzer and John Povilaitis, along with financing experts at the Brattle Group. Each episode features insightful interviews with industry leaders, innovators, and policymakers who are shaping the future of alternative energy. Tune into to Alternative Power Plays to hear frank conversations about new energy technologies and how facilities, municipalities and more can prepare for the next generation…of energy.
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For some time, marketing hydrogen in an affordable way has been a challenge to say the least. One company, Grimes Carbon Tech, says that assertion is untrue and they have the technology to prove it. On this episode of Alternative Power Plays, Buchanan’s Alan Seltzer and John Povilaitis welcome Joseph Maceda, founder of Grimes Carbontech, and Haydn Palliser, Principal at green energy transition advisory firm Pivotal 180 and Grimes Carbontech advisor, to talk about their company and its hopeful technology. Grimes Carbontech was founded in 2022 and offers scalable technology that uses low-temperature waste heat to produce hydrogen in a liquid solution. The company says their technology is 80% cheaper than the electrolysis method and doesn’t come with the need for pipelines or electrical grid infrastructure, enabling the firm to market hydrogen at the site of its use and convert carbon to sustainable fuel while also capturing and recycling carbon profitably. Grimes Carbontech calls it “Caustic Aqueous-Phase Electrochemical Reforming" or "CAPER.” During the episode, Joseph and Haydn talk about the ins and outs of their technology, how it works, why it’s so valuable and what the future for this technology looks like. While the company is in its early stages, the future looks quite promising and our guests are thrilled about what its true potential could look like. To learn more about Grimes Carbon Tech visit: https://grimescarbontech.com/ To learn more about Joseph Maceda and Haydn Palliser, visit: https://grimescarbontech.com/about-us To learn more about Alan Seltzer, visit: https://www.bipc.com/alan-seltzer To learn more about John Povilaitis, visit: https://www.bipc.com/john-povilaitis…
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What goes into building the largest underground electrical substation in the U.S., and why is the project so important? To answer this question, Buchanan’s Alan Seltzer and Brattle’s Metin Celebi sat down with Maija Benjamins, Director of Strategic Project Development at Eversource. Eversource is New England’s largest energy delivery company, serving 4.4 million electric and natural gas customers across Connecticut, Massachusetts, and New Hampshire. At Eversource, Maija plays a key role in shaping the future of energy, leading the planning, engineering, and execution of major strategic projects, including the Kendall Square Substation project. During the conversation, Maija talks about why the collaboration between Eversource and the City of Cambridge was so critical to its successful approval, how Eversource will adapt to the increase in electrical demand for vehicles, and the role Eversource plays in supporting Massachusetts’ clean energy goals. Our hosts also get into Maija’s experience as a woman in STEM as she shares her advice for fellow women in the energy field. To learn more about Eversource visit: https://www.eversource.com/content/residential To learn more about Maija Benjamins, visit: https://www.linkedin.com/in/maija-benjamins-64352693 To learn more about Alan Seltzer, visit: https://www.bipc.com/alan-seltzer To learn more about John Povilaitis, visit: https://www.bipc.com/john-povilaitis…
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How can digital infrastructure unlock electric grid capacity? Dynamic line ratings, or DLR, is a technology used by utilities to optimize the electrical carrying capacity of power lines. DLR helps them account for real-time issues like weather and dynamically adjust the maximum capacity for a line. Today, LineVision is the only DLR provider using tower-mounted optical sensors today. Their patented non-contact LIDAR platform is mounted to transmission structures rather than to live lines, which increases the safety, operational efficiency, and accuracy of data collected without interfering with the conductors. On this episode of Alternative Power Plays, Buchanan’s Alan Seltzer and John Povilaitis speak with Steve Hambric, Chief Revenue Officer at LineVision. They talk about how LineVision’s tower-mounted sensors compare to the other segments in the market, the depth of information their technology is capable of gathering and what the future of this technology might look like. According to Hambric, LineVision’s non-contact sensors collect critical information to unlock additional capacity on existing lines, provide insight into conductor health, and detect anomalies and risks. To learn more about LineVision, visit: https://www.linevisioninc.com/ To learn more about Steve Hambric, visit: https://www.linevisioninc.com/our-team/steve-hambric To learn more about Alan Seltzer, visit: https://www.bipc.com/alan-seltzer To learn more about John Povilaitis, visit: https://www.bipc.com/john-povilaitis…
The challenges that transmission operators and utilities face are growing by the day. Integrating renewables, extreme weather, and grid reliability are just a few. On this episode of Alternative Power Plays, Buchanan's John Povilaitis and Brattle's Metin Celebi welcome Dr. Pablo Ruiz, co-founder, Chief Executive Officer and Chief Technology Officer at NewGrid, Inc. Ruiz is an electrical engineer with over 15 years of experience in electric power systems analysis, research and software development. He specializes in power system operations and planning, renewable power integration and the modeling, analysis and design of wholesale electricity markets. During the conversation, Ruiz talks about how topology optimization leverages the redundancy in grid networks to find new operational breakthroughs and avoid potential electric crises. He shares insights on NewGrid's work with the Electric Reliability Council of Texas (ERCOT) and how it's led to both congestion reductions and cost savings. Later, Ruiz discusses the exciting potential of introducing more renewable energies into the grid and how it can be done safely and effectively -- with the help of NewGrid's offerings. To learn more NewGrid, visit: https://newgridinc.com/ To learn more about Pablo Ruiz, visit: https://www.linkedin.com/in/pablo-ruiz-161a965/ To learn more about John Povilaitis, visit: https://www.bipc.com/john-povilaitis To learn more about Metin Celebi, visit: https://www.brattle.com/experts/metin-celebi/…
Cement is the critical ingredient required to make concrete – the literal foundation of countless construction projects here in the U.S. and abroad. However, the environmental impact of producing traditional cement has been one of the biggest downsides of this all-important building material. That is, until Fortera and its proprietary cement-making process takes off. On this episode of Alternative Power Plays, Buchanan’s Alan Seltzer and John Povilaitis speak with Keith Krugh, Chief Manufacturing Officer at Fortera, a materials technology company that is developing low-carbon cement using a proprietary process inspired by nature. While traditional cement production is energy-intensive and contributes about 8% of global CO₂ emissions. Fortera has a new method of making the cement necessary for concrete that has a 70% lower carbon footprint. During the discussion, Keith shares more about how Fortera’s technology works, what its applications are, and how recent regulations are affecting the company. To learn more Fortera, visit: https://forteraglobal.com/ To learn more about Keith Krugh Hoffman, visit: https://www.linkedin.com/in/keithkrugh/ To learn more about Alan Seltzer, visit: https://www.bipc.com/alan-seltzer To learn more about John Povilaitis, visit: https://www.bipc.com/john-povilaitis…
What is the outlook for the U.S. Energy Sector under President Donald Trump's second term in office? We welcome back Ed Hild, principal in Buchanan Ingersoll & Rooney's government relations practice to give us a download on what to expect. Ed is a former Chief of Staff for Senator Lisa Murkowski of Alaska and has deep connections with powerful voices in Washington, D.C. During this episode of Alternative Power Plays, hosts Alan Seltzer and John Povilaitis speak to Ed as he shares his insights on the President's cabinet selections, the future of renewable energy under a Republican-controlled federal government, potential permitting reform, and more. To learn more about Ed Hild, visit: https://www.bipc.com/edward-hild To learn more about Alan Seltzer, visit: https://www.bipc.com/alan-seltzer To learn more about John Povilaitis, visit: https://www.bipc.com/john-povilaitis…
As the world increasingly moves toward cleaner energy solutions, the demand for long-duration energy storage is at an all-time high. Hydrostor, a global leader in compressed air energy storage, is addressing this challenge by providing scalable, efficient, and sustainable alternatives to traditional battery technology. In this episode of Alternative Power Plays, hosts Alan Seltzer and John Povilaitis speak with Scott Bolton, Executive Vice President of Global Policy and Regulatory Affairs at Hydrostor. They discuss how the company’s innovative storage technology is helping to stabilize power grids around the world. Scott explains the mechanics of compressed air energy storage and compares it to lithium-ion batteries and pumped hydro, illustrating why this technology is positioned to play a crucial role in the transition to clean energy. The conversation also highlights Hydrostor’s flagship projects—the Silver City Energy Center in Australia and the Willow Rock project in California—showing how these large-scale storage solutions meet various energy market needs. Additionally, Scott addresses the regulatory challenges that Hydrostor faces, discusses how they collaborate with policymakers to facilitate energy storage deployment, and shares insights on the future of energy infrastructure development. To learn more about Hydrostor, visit: https://hydrostor.ca/ To learn more about Scott Bolton, visit: https://www.linkedin.com/in/scott-bolton-72489/ To learn more about Alan Seltzer, visit: https://www.bipc.com/alan-seltzer To learn more about John Povilaitis, visit: https://www.bipc.com/john-povilaitis…
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In this episode of Alternative Power Plays, hosts Alan Seltzer and John Povilaitis explore a transformative technology that is reshaping landfill energy with Melinda Sims, Co-Founder and Director of Product Development at LoCI Controls. The conversation will get into how LoCI's technology platform utilizes automation, advanced algorithms, and real-time data to optimize methane capture and reduce emissions. During the episode, Melinda discusses the delicate balance between maximizing gas collection and ensuring safety. She shares real-world success stories, such as reversing production declines at a landfill in Washington, and explains how AI and policy changes are influencing the future of waste-to-energy innovation. Join us for an enlightening conversation about sustainability, engineering ingenuity, and the untapped potential of landfills. To learn more about LoCI: https://locicontrols.com/ To learn more about Melinda Sims: https://www.linkedin.com/in/melindasims/ To learn more about Alan Seltzer, visit: https://www.bipc.com/alan-seltzer To learn more about John Povilaitis, visit: https://www.bipc.com/john-povilaitis…
The U.S. electric grid is experiencing unprecedented demand growth driven by data centers, manufacturing, and increased electrification. On this episode of Alternative Power Plays, hosts Alan Seltzer and John Povilaitis are joined by Rob Gramlich, President of Grid Strategies. Rob breaks down the numbers behind this surge in demand and discusses its implications for grid reliability, power markets, and electricity prices. He highlights which regions are facing the highest load growth, identifies bottlenecks in interconnection and transmission, and outlines what policymakers and utilities must do now to ensure the grid can accommodate this demand without causing skyrocketing costs or reliability issues. To learn more about Grid Strategies: https://gridstrategiesllc.com/ To learn more about Rob Gramlich: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rob-gramlich-2a4b594/ To learn more about Alan Seltzer, visit: https://www.bipc.com/alan-seltzer To learn more about John Povilaitis, visit: https://www.bipc.com/john-povilaitis…
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In this episode of Alternative Power Plays, hosts Alan Seltzer and John Povilaitis engage in a conversation with Aliya Bagewadi, the U.S. Director of Strategy Partnerships at Allume Energy. She discusses how Allume Energy is transforming solar access for apartment renters. Aliya shares more about the company’s origins in Australia and its mission to promote energy equity as it expands to markets in the U.S. and Europe. Throughout the episode, she highlights the benefits of Allume Energy for renters, who can see energy bill reductions of 40-60% with the company’s technology. Meanwhile, building owners benefit from lower operating costs, new revenue streams, and increased property value. Aliya provides insights into Allume’s market focus, targeting Illinois and D.C. due to favorable incentives, as well as the company's plans to integrate energy storage for enhanced grid resilience. The episode concludes with Aliya emphasizing the importance of education and collaboration with utilities, cities, and community partners to drive adoption and scale their mission of providing clean energy access for renters. To learn more about Allume Energy, visit: https://allumeenergy.com/us/ To learn more about Aliya Bagewadi, visit: https://www.linkedin.com/in/aliyabagewadi To learn more about Alan Seltzer, visit: https://www.bipc.com/alan-seltzer To learn more about John Povilaitis, visit: https://www.bipc.com/john-povilaitis…
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In this episode of Alternative Power Plays, hosts Alan Seltzer and Elizabeth Rosentel, a senior advisor in Buchanan's state government relations group, interview Pennsylvania State House Representative Greg Vitali, who has dedicated decades to environmental and energy issues. As the first legislator in Pennsylvania to introduce climate change legislation and propose a severance tax on natural gas, Representative Vitali shares his journey from community environmental activism to chairing the Environmental Resources and Energy Committee. This episode covers the challenges and opportunities in advancing renewable energy policies, as well as the political dynamics of Pennsylvania’s energy landscape. The trio explore community solar, net metering, electric vehicle infrastructure, and the changing demand for electricity. Representative Vitali emphasizes the obstacles posed by bipartisan governance, the influence of industry and labor unions, and the urgent need for climate action in light of evolving federal and state dynamics. To learn more about Pennsylvania State House Representative Greg Vitali: https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/legis/home/member_information/house_bio.cfm?id=210 To learn more about Alan Seltzer, visit: https://www.bipc.com/alan-seltzer To learn more about Elizabeth Rosentel: https://www.bipc.com/elizabeth-a.-rosentel…
In this episode of Alternative Power Plays, hosts Alan Selter and John Povilaitis explore the future of electric vehicle (EV) infrastructure with John Taggart, President and Co-founder of WeaveGrid. WeaveGrid is transforming the electrification of transportation by optimizing EV charging for utilities, EV manufacturers, and owners. During the discussion, Taggart shares insights on the company's software solutions, which aim to balance the increased load on electric grids with the need for renewable energy sources. He discusses the challenges and opportunities in integrating EVs into the grid, the importance of policy and regulatory support, and how WeaveGrid is leading the way for a more sustainable and efficient transportation system. Join us as we examine how digital infrastructure can support the transition to electric mobility and the broader implications for the energy sector. To learn more about WeaveGrid, visit: https://www.weavegrid.com/ To learn more about John Povilaitis, visit: https://www.bipc.com/john-povilaitis To learn more about Alan Seltzer, visit: https://www.bipc.com/alan-seltzer…
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On this episode of Alternative Power Plays hosts Alan Seltzer and John Povilaitis sit down with Jørgen Festervoll, CEO of Heimdall Power, a company specializing in advanced monitoring technologies for electric transmission lines. During the discussion, Jørgen gets into his background, the company's mission to optimize power grids, and the functionality of their sensors, which have the ability to enhance grid capacity by 40% on average. The conversation covers the challenges of deploying new technology in the utility sector, the importance of dynamic line ratings, and the role of Heimdall Power sensors in modernizing the power grid. Jørgen also shares his experience presenting at the White House and emphasizes the company's focus on scalability and customer support. To learn more about Heimdall Power, visit: https://heimdallpower.com/us/ To learn more about Jørgen Festervoll, visit: https://careers.heimdallpower.com/people/1855194-jorgen-festervoll To learn more about Alan Seltzer, visit: https://www.bipc.com/alan-seltzer To learn more about John Povilaitis, visit: https://www.bipc.com/john-povilaitis…
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On this episode of Alternative Power Plays, hosts Alan Seltzer and John Povilaitis chat with Ted Bloch-Rubin, Director of Business Development Americas at Smart Wires, Inc. Ted discusses Smart Wires' grid-enhancing technologies, including their flagship product, the Smart Valve, and dynamic line rating software, Sumo. Ted then talks about how these technologies optimize grid use, enhance reliability, and support renewable energy integration. He highlights the company's global impact, and the challenges of integrating new technologies into conservative, mission-critical utility environments. The discussion also gets into the importance of federal policies and programs in advancing smart grid technologies and what Smart Wires' future may look like. To learn more about Smart Wires, visit: https://www.smartwires.com/ To learn more about Ted Block Rubin, visit: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ted-bloch-rubin-055526100/ To learn more about Alan Seltzer, visit: https://www.bipc.com/alan-seltzer To learn more about John Povilaitis, visit: https://www.bipc.com/john-povilaitis …
On this special episode of Alternative Power Plays, lead experts from the Brattle Group: John Tsoukalis, Metin Celebi, and Frank Graves, join the podcast for a panel discussion on recent energy market developments in the Western Electricity Coordinating Council (WECC), focusing on the extended day-ahead markets (EDAM) and Markets+. Celebi, Graves, and Tsoukalis are Principals at Brattle with expertise in electricity markets, resource planning, environmental and climate policy analysis, regulatory and financial economics, electric and gas utilities, litigation matters, market modeling, transmission rate design, and more. During this episode they highlight the benefits, differences, and regional impacts of these regional markets, comparing them to the deregulation seen in the Eastern U.S. The group also address the approach to market development in the West, potential customer savings, and the importance of regional cooperation for efficient energy management. The Brattle Group, based in Boston, provides consulting services and expert testimony in economics, finance, and regulation to corporations, law firms, and public agencies. To learn more about the Brattle Group: https://www.brattle.com/ To learn more about Metin Celebi, visit: https://www.brattle.com/experts/metin-celebi/ To learn more about Frank Graves, visit: https://www.brattle.com/experts/frank-c-graves/ To learn more about John Tsoukalis, visit: https://www.brattle.com/experts/john-tsoukalis/…
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