What if the biggest bottleneck in America’s clean energy transition isn’t technology… but information? In this episode, we sit down with Nat Bullard, co-founder of Halcyon, to explore how AI and machine learning are revolutionizing the way energy policy data is...
Renewable Rides Podcast
Welcome to the Renewable Rides Podcast! Join Gareth Evans, the CEO and Founder of VECKTA, and Dan Roberts, the Head of Sales, as they take you on a journey through the cutting-edge world of energy transition, on-site energy, and sustainability. Delve into the experiences of our guests and our expert team here at VECKTA, as they tackle the latest trends, learnings, challenges, and trials in the pursuit of a resilient, profitable, and thriving energy future.
Ep 91: Middle East Tensions and Energy Supply Chain Shocks – What Companies Need to Consider
Jul 1, 2025
Reading Time: < 1 minuteGlobal energy volatility is no longer just a geopolitical concern; it’s a direct risk to your bottom line. Let’s discuss how tensions around the Strait of Hormuz impact fuel and electricity prices worldwide, and why now is the critical moment to rethink your energy strategy for profitability and resilience.
Listen in as we cover the economic ripple effects triggered by disruptions in oil and LNG shipping lanes, the surprising correlations between oil and natural gas prices during global crises, and how businesses can shield themselves through onsite renewable solutions and electrification.
Ep 90: Spotlight on Texas Energy Policy and Unpacking the Impact of the Big Beautiful Bill on Distributed Generation
Jun 17, 2025
Reading Time: < 1 minuteThe pace of policy change is accelerating, and if you’re in the energy space, you can’t afford to fall behind. Let’s break down the latest legislative shifts shaking up the U.S. energy landscape from Texas to Washington and what they mean for onsite energy projects, investor confidence, and the future of distributed energy.
Listen in as we cover the highs and lows of recent state and federal bills, including the surprising defeat of three anti-renewable proposals in Texas, the potential of SB 1202 to dramatically cut soft costs, and the razor-thin passage of the so-called “Big Beautiful Bill” in Congress.
Ep 89: A New Suite of Solutions for the New World: Our Talk with Ember’s Kingsmill Bond on Electrotech and Energy Security
Jun 3, 2025
The global energy transition is moving fast—are you ready for what comes next? Today's guest is Kingsmill Bond, energy strategist at Ember, who joins the show to unpack the seismic shift underway in how we power our world—and why clinging to outdated solutions could...
Ep 88: Lessons From the Recent Major Outages and Putting a Value on Resilience
May 20, 2025
What happens when an entire country goes dark? In this episode, we break down three recent massive power outages — in Spain, Chile, and at London’s Heathrow Airport — that disrupted millions of lives and exposed the fragility of our global energy infrastructure....
Ep 87: Insights into Commercial Real Estate Technology Trends with JLL’s Lee Jackson
May 6, 2025
Lee Jackson, Senior Vice President of Digital Solutions at JLL, joins the show to share his unconventional journey and how his unique background gives him an edge in transforming real estate portfolios. You'll hear how shifting consumer behavior, from traditional...
Ep 86: The Business Value of Sustainability: Our Discussion with UPS, CBRE, Jamestown and Southface Institute
Apr 29, 2025
What if the key to long-term profit isn’t faster growth, but smarter, greener strategy? In this panel discussion, leaders from UPS, CBRE, Jamestown, and Southface Institute break down why sustainability isn’t just good for the planet—it’s smart business. James Marlow...
Ep 85: Reflecting on the Ending Intermittent Energy Subsidies Act and a Phased-Down Investment Tax Credit
Apr 22, 2025
Today we are looking into the latest developments around the 48E tax credits and a proposed bill—the Ending Intermittent Energy Subsidies Act—that could drastically reshape clean energy investment. You'll learn what these changes mean for solar, wind, and energy...
Ep 84: How the U.S. Tariffs Will Impact Onsite Energy Project Economics
Apr 15, 2025
What if all the chaos in the tariff headlines isn’t as disastrous as it seems? In this episode, we cut through the noise to break down the real economic impact of the latest tariff developments on onsite energy projects. From the initial bloodbath in the markets to a...