What does it actually take to move sustainability from strategy decks into real-world projects? In this episode, Carson Bristol from Lithia Motors shares how one of the world’s largest automotive retailers is approaching energy efficiency, electrification, and...
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.
Top Moment from The Price of Power: Examining the Costs Behind Keeping the Lights On and What’s Next with Mark Ellis
May 5, 2026
Why do your electricity bills keep rising—and who actually benefits from it? In this highlight episode, we unpack the complex (and often hidden) financial mechanics behind utility companies and how they make money. From cost-of-service regulation to the role of...
Ep 111: How Onsite Energy Adds Real Estate Asset Value with Brian Rappaport, JLL
Apr 28, 2026
What happens when energy stops being just a cost and becomes a strategic advantage? In this episode, Brian Rappaport from JLL unpacks the evolving role of energy in today’s market, from grid constraints and rising demand to the growing impact of AI and distributed...
Top Moment from Lessons Learned in Deploying a Hybrid Microgrid System From Aerospace Manufacturer Kirkhill
Apr 21, 2026
What does it really take to reduce energy costs and future-proof a large-scale manufacturing operation? In this highlight episode, Charlie Marquez, Senior Manager of EHS and Facilities at Kirkhill, shares how his team tackled rising energy expenses by moving beyond...
Ep 110: What Deploying an Onsite Energy System Actually Requires
Apr 14, 2026
Is installing an onsite energy system going to overwhelm your team? Or is that fear overblown? In this episode, we unpack one of the most common concerns businesses have when considering solar and energy systems: how much work is actually involved. You’ll learn what...
Top Moment from One AI Platform for All 50 States – Making Sense of Energy Utility Filings with Halcyon Co-Founder Nat Bullard
Apr 7, 2026
What happens when energy demand grows faster than the system can handle? In this highlight episode, Nat Bullard breaks down the unique moment we’re in—where surging demand from data centers, industrial players, and electrification is colliding with infrastructure...
Ep 109: Why Solar and Battery Storage Systems Rarely Benefit from Waiting
Mar 31, 2026
What is the real cost of waiting to install solar and battery systems for your business? In this episode, we break down one of the most common questions companies ask: should we deploy on-site energy now, or wait for technology to get cheaper and more efficient?...
Top Moment from Selling Solar Tax Credits: Pricing, Timing, and Deal Structuring with Basis Climate and Conductor Solar
Mar 24, 2026
Ever wondered how businesses can turn tax credits from renewable energy projects into immediate cash? In this highlight episode, Erik Underwood, Co-Founder and CEO of Basis Climate, and James Coombes, VP of Business Development at Conductor Solar, break down the...
Ep 108: Examining the Ratepayer Protection Pledge and the Case for Distributed Generation
Mar 17, 2026
What happens when the AI boom collides with the limits of the U.S. power grid? In this episode, we break down the White House’s new ratepayer protection pledge, designed to prevent households and businesses from subsidizing hyperscale data centers. Beyond the...