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Tuck Energy Currents is a student-led podcast from the Revers Center for Energy, Sustainability and Innovation at the Tuck School of Business that explores career paths and contemporary topics across the energy industry.
Guests include leaders in the industry and recent business school graduates who discuss career pathways in energy, current business activities, trends impacting companies in the field, and leadership lessons.
For questions, please reach out to Tuck.Energy@tuck.dartmouth.edu.
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In Season 4 Episode 5 of Tuck Energy Currents, Tobe Okpala and James Random interviews Ani Janukashvilli who is Deputy Director at Georgia Energy Development Fund (GEDF).We begin this episode exploring Ani’s career journey from the banking sector to the public sector working at GEDF. Ani discusses various energy projects within the fund as well as the energy landscape in Georgia and complexities with its neighbors. Lastly, Ani offers insights into how mentorship is valuable for young professionals looking to build a career in climate investing.
In Season 4 Episode 3 of Tuck Energy Currents, host Tobe Okpala interviews Andrew Beebe, Managing Director at Obvious Ventures. We begin this episode exploring Andrew’s career journey and thought behind his decision before diving into his area of focus at Obvious. Andrew gives us the lay of the land on climate investing while exploring some interesting innovations. Finally, Andrew offers valuable advice for young professionals looking to build a career in climate tech and investing.
In Season 4 Episode 2 of Tuck Energy Currents, guest host Jon Bakken interviews Daniel Flanigan, Chief Marketing and Product Officer for Erthos. The episode explores Daniel's early career in the solar industry in California during its nascent days, his involvement with building two previous innovative solar racking/mounting companies (Ojjo and Zep Solar), and his current role at Erthos. Daniel shares insights on the exciting business roadmap and innovative potential of Erthos' Earth Mount Solar product, which lays panels directly on the ground. The discussion also covers the future of solar, the competitiveness of earth mount solar against traditional racking for utility-scale projects, especially as module prices continue to decline rapidly, and how the industry may evolve over time. Finally, Daniel offers valuable advice for young professionals looking to build a career in the renewable energy sector.
In Season 4 Episode 1 of Tuck Energy Currents, host James Randon interviews Daniel Hochman, Head of Sustainability Research at Bridgewater Associates and Dartmouth College Class of 2011. The episode delves into Daniel and Bridgewater’s research on the primary factors driving the transition to a low carbon economy. Topics covered include the policy, technology, corporate, and capital drivers for a net zero carbon future. Daniel also shares perspectives on his path at Bridgewater, his recently awarded Atlantic Council Millennium Fellowship, along with advice for young professionals looking to enter the sustainability space.See important disclosures and other information here.
Season 4 of Tuck Energy Currents, presented by the Revers Center for Energy, Sustainability and Innovation at the Tuck School of Business at Dartmouth College, dives deeper into the transformative world of energy.This season, Tuck Energy Currents covers topics ranging from the energy markets to deep dives in the solar tech and venture landscapes along with policy discussions around energy independence in developing economies.
In Season 3 Episode 6, Pádraig chats with Abigail Ross Hopper, President and CEO of the Solar Energy Industries Association (SEIA). Abby, who has navigated SEIA through critical industry milestones, shares her transition from a legal background to becoming a solar energy advocate. Her tenure includes significant roles in both the public and private sectors, laying a robust foundation for her leadership at SEIA. The conversation delves into how SEIA champions solar companies, the impact of key legislation like the IRA on solar energy proliferation, and the persistent challenges solar firms encounter amidst policy uncertainties. Additionally, the episode explores strategies to foster diversity within the energy sector and imparts valuable advice for young professionals about the merits of risk-taking. Abby's comprehensive expertise and visionary outlook highlight the episode's emphasis on shaping a sustainable solar energy future in America, marking a pivotal conversation for anyone interested in the intersection of energy, policy, and innovation.
In Season 3, Episode 5, Michael Proudfoot engages with Ryan Nielson, Vice President of Investment Banking at CITI. Ryan began his professional journey with a mechanical engineering degree from Brigham Young University, followed by a pivotal role in the energy sector, focusing on nuclear energy. Ryan's career was profoundly influenced by his involvement in the Naval Nuclear Propulsion Program at a department called Naval Reactors in Washington, D.C. Naval Reactors is a unique organization dual-headed by the Navy and the Department of Energy. Ryan complemented his industry knowledge with a master's in nuclear engineering from Penn State. In this episode, Ryan discusses his deliberate move through Tuck as a step to broaden his understanding of the energy sector, particularly the financial aspects critical for technology adoption. He recounts his strategic career moves, from gaining foundational experience in Oil and Gas at Credit Suisse to his current focus on clean technology and the energy transition at CITI's clean energy platform. This episode not only traces Ryan's professional evolution but also offers insights into the dynamic interplay of engineering, policy, and finance in advancing new energy technologies.
In Season 3 Episode 4 of Tuck Energy Currents, host Michael Proudfoot interviews James Coan, a Principal Consultant at S&P Global and Princeton University alumnus. The episode, produced by Tuck's Revers Center for Energy, Sustainability, and Innovation, delves into James's journey from energy and environmental consulting to focusing on the low-carbon energy transition. Key topics include the impact of the Inflation Reduction Act on electric vehicles and battery storage, ethical challenges in sourcing battery materials, the future of EV adoption, and innovations in fast-charging technologies. Additionally, James shares insights into the geopolitical dimensions of energy transition and offers advice for young professionals entering the energy sector.
In Season 3 Episode 3, Pádraig interviews Robert Gardner, a Public Policy Advisor at the law firm Baker Donalson. With a focus on advising executives on emerging policy issues, Robert's expertise spans health, clean energy incentives, supply chain, trade, and tax issues. His background includes serving on Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer's legislative staff, covering tax and trade, and being a part of the Tuck class of 2021. The episode delves into Robert's journey into energy policy, the Inflation Reduction Act and related tax credits, strategies for clients to leverage IRA policies, challenges in policy uncertainty, future trends in tax policy affecting energy transition, and the significance of public policy for young professionals in corporations.
In Season 3 Episode 2 of the podcast, Pádraig interviews Owen Jones, a Senior Associate at Cypress Creek Renewables, a company specializing in solar and storage projects. Owen, a Cornell University Civil Engineering graduate, transitioned from a decade in Oil & Gas at ExxonMobil to studying at Tuck's class of 2019 as a Rever’s Center fellow. His post-graduation path included three years at Goldman Sachs in their Energy & Natural Resources practice before joining Cypress Creek in 2022. The episode covers Owen's career trajectory, Cypress Creek's goals in the energy market, challenges in policy and regulation, the effects of the Inflation Reduction Act on the company, the potential impact of battery storage on markets, and advice for those aspiring to work in the energy sector.
Michael Proudfoot chats with Nisha Thirumurthy, the Founder and CEO at VybeEnergy. Before founding VybeEnergy, Nisha held roles at Deloitte Consulting and the Clinton Foundation. She then transitioned to the National Renewable Energy Laboratory, where she led energy assurance strategies for the Air Force and the Army and played a pivotal role in India's National Solar Mission. Nisha is a 2004 graduate of Tuck and holds a Master’s degree in Economics and Energy from Johns Hopkins University School of Advanced International Studies (SAIS).
Season 3 of Tuck Energy Currents, presented by the Revers Center for Energy, Sustainability and Innovation at the Tuck School of Business at Dartmouth College, dives deeper into the transformative world of energy. As renewable technologies and sustainable solutions become more dominant forces, we aim to shed light on their ever-evolving landscape. This season, Tuck Energy Currents brings forward conversations with pioneering leaders in the energy field, delves into the latest industry and financial developments, and offers invaluable insights for budding professionals eager to make their mark in this rapidly changing sector.
In season 2 episode 5, Susie speaks with Mitchell Jacobs, a T’23 and a Revers Center for Energy student fellow. Prior to Tuck, he worked as a reactor engineer for Pacific Gas and Electric Company at Diablo Canyon Power Plant in Avila Beach, CA. After graduation, Mitchell will work with J.P. Morgan in New York, NY within the Power and Renewables investment banking group. At Tuck, Mitchell is the student board Academic Chair, as well as chair of Tuck Rugby, Southern Appreciation Society, and the John Barleycorn Society. He is originally from Franklin, Tennessee, and holds a B.S.E. in Nuclear Engineering and Radiological Sciences from the University of Michigan. In this episode, they discuss Mitchell’s career path leading him to the Tuck School of Business and post-graduation to Energy banking, Mitchell's time at PG&E and what the utility do differently when compared to other utility providers, and trends that make Mitchell optimistic about the future of energy.
In season 2 episode 4, Justin speaks with Lee Taylor, Co-Founder and CEO of REsurety, a leading analytics company which helps empower the clean energy economy through data-driven insights and solutions. Lee founded REsurety in 2012 and is headquartered in Boston, MA. In this episode we discuss Lee's career journey leading to the founding of the company and the impacts of recent legislation on renewable development.
In the season 2 episode 3, Umut speaks with Cem Pusatciaglu, Senior Manager at PwC, a global management consulting firm that offers a wide range of probational services to organizations. Cem helps power and utilities companies make strategic decisions on their investments and operations. He graduated from the Boothe School of Business at the University of Chicago.
In the season 2 episode 2, Umut speaks with Aygul Sanzyapova, Investment Banking associate at Marathon Capital, an independent investment bank delivering financial advice to the global energy and infrastructure markets. Aygul graduated from the Tuck School of Business in 2019 where she was a Revers Center for Energy Fellow. Prior to business school, Aygul spent two years working in Russia, leading marketing and strategy for a chain of medical centers and at a fashion startup in New York City, helping launch operations and raise initial funds.
In the season 2 opener, Umut speaks with Dr. Eduardo Gamez, a Vice President at Westinghouse Nuclear. Prior to Westinghouse Nuclear, Eduardo spent a decade at AECOM focused on infrastructure risk management. Eduardo holds a PhD in Civil Engineering, and master’s in Construction Management from Northeastern University as well as a bachelor’s in Civil Engineering from Universidad Central de Venezuela. In this episode, they discuss advice for being successful in risk management, the value risk consulting brought to his career path, the importance of predictability in construction projects, and more.
We're in season 2 of Tuck Energy Currents from the Revers Center for Energy, Sustainability and Innovation at the Tuck School of Business at Dartmouth College. We continue to explore the dynamic energy sectors that are undergoing a seismic shift as renewable energy sources and energy efficiency technologies grow to play an increasingly important role. Our goal with the Tuck Energy Currents is to highlight the experiences of energy industry leaders, explore current industry and finance trends, and uncover leadership lessons and career pathways in this exciting sector for young professionals.
Eric speaks with Christian Fong T'05, Chairman, President, and CEO of Spruce Power, the largest private owner and operator of residential distributed energy resources in North America. Prior to joining Spruce Power, Mr. Fong co-founded Renewable Energy Trust Capital, Inc., one of the first YieldCo’s, and served in various executive roles including COO, CIO, and Director. Mr. Fong received his MBA from the Tuck School in 2005 and graduated from Creighton University in 1996 with a bachelor’s degree in statistics.
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