In this Green Beers episode, Charlie, Mike, and Shayne talk to Mark Vasu, Vice President of Business Development of QEA Tech. Over cans of Guinness, we learn about Mark's journey from helping scale Greentown Labs, the largest climate tech incubator in North America, to QEA Tech, a company focused on decarbonizing buildings through energy audits.
Mark shares how Greentown Labs started in an old warehouse in downtown Boston’s Seaport District, then called Innovation District, and how they transformed it into a thriving community that supports startups and entrepreneurs, fostering an ecosystem that provides resources and services to others working on big ideas to solve climate and sustainability challenges.
Listen to the episode and learn how QEA Tech's technology helps advance decarbonization by creating 3D models and thermal scans of buildings to identify energy loss, and the use of drones in data collection for building scans, and the use of AI to enhance accuracy and efficiency.
We’re excited to feature Anjana Turner, Principal Attorney at Anjana Turner Law, on this episode of Green Beers!
Over beers with Charlie, Mike, and Shayne, Anjana shares insights from her work advising clients on renewable energy project development and compliance, and reflects on the role of legal frameworks in accelerating the global energy transition.
Anjana brings a global perspective to energy law, representing companies across the U.S., Africa, Latin America, Europe, and Asia. She’s fluent in Spanish, French, and Portuguese, and licensed to practice in four U.S. jurisdictions.
With her candor and deep policy expertise, Anjana offers a refreshing take on what it means to be both an advocate and a leader for a more sustainable future.
In season 4 episode 5 of Green Beers, we’re thrilled to welcome Heather Braithwaite, Chief Investment Officer at the Collective Clean Energy Fund (CCEF) and a valued partner and friend of RENEW. Over beers from Breckenridge Brewery, Charlie, Mike, Shayne, and Heather explore the critical role of capital in driving meaningful climate action.
Heather shares the story of CCEF, founded three years ago with a state grant to fill crucial financing gaps. “We aren’t here to compete with big banks—big banks need to be our best friends, especially now with the Greenhouse Gas Reduction Fund, as we have access to below-market capital” she explains.
Tune in to hear how CCEF is setting a new standard for collaboration and innovation, helping commercial, industrial, and institutional organizations reduce emissions and meet their sustainability goals.
In Episode 4 of Green Beers, Charlie Lord and Mike Savage engage in a conversation with David Kinsley, President of the Kinsley Group. Kinsley specializes in advanced energy solutions, emergency power systems, and sustainable infrastructure projects.
As we explore the evolution of Kinsley and the dynamic battery market in the Northeast, the trio enjoys the rich flavors of Two Roads Road 2 Ruin Double IPA.
Discover how RENEW and Kinsley are collaborating to help commercial, industrial, and institutional clients capitalize on the diverse revenue streams incentivizing battery storage system installations.
In Episode 3 of Green Beers, Charlie and Mike are joined by Jack Reetz to discuss innovative technologies, investors' commitments to ESG, and meaningful childhood moments connecting with the outdoors. Jack reflects on what inspired him to pursue a career in sustainability, driven by his deep love for the environment and passion for skiing.
The conversation explores the great work being done by Mountain Towns 2030 and how RENEW Energy Partners is supporting the industry in achieving its sustainability goals and advancing toward a greener future.
Tune in to the full discussion!
In Episode 2 of Green Beers, Charlie and Mike are joined by Sydney Snow, Head of North America Programs at The Climate Group, for a compelling conversation on the impact of Climate Week NYC—what RENEW considers “the climate event of the year.” While sampling Dogfish Head’s 90 Minute IPA, the group discusses the importance of this annual gathering and the key events that make it so memorable.
Sydney also shares the inspirational story of her journey into climate and social justice. Growing up just miles from multiple industrial sites, she witnessed firsthand how environmental injustices affected the livelihoods of her family and community, sparking her passion to become a leader in the fight for meaningful change.
Tune in to catch the full episode and hear Sydney’s inspiring story!
In the Season 4 kickoff of Green Beers, Charlie and Mike are joined by Nicole Wilson from RENEW Energy Partners for a lively discussion on B-Corps, supply chain sustainability, and how RENEW is helping companies gear up with the tools to tackle their emissions reduction goals. The trio enjoys Jack's Abby Brewery's Oktoberfest as they dive into the details of decarbonization.
Tune in to hear Nicole share her thoughts on her first beer and who she’d love to sit down and have a drink with.
In the ninth and final episode of the season, Charlie, Mike, and Nathan drink a Milk Stout Nitro from Left Hand Brewing Company in Longmont, Colorado. The trio reflect on this season's guests and conversations, the top 10 beer list, and the Green Beers' Beer Garden.
Thank you to our listeners and followers. If you have any input on interviewee and brewery recommendations, feel free to let us know.
Stay tuned because there may be some special episodes published in the coming months. We are excited to announce that Season 4 will be released in the fall.
For more information on RENEW Energy Partners and our decarbonization services, you can visit our website.
This has been Green Beers Season 3!
In the eighth episode, Charlie, Mike, and Nathan are joined by friends of RENEW, Jason Gregory and Ashish Vatsal of EnergyRM.
The group drinks Fat Tire Ale from New Belgium Brewing Company and discusses how RENEW is working with EnergyRM to decarbonize the commercial real estate sector using EnergyRM's sophisticated software solutions.
Listen in and you will also learn about Ashish and Jason's favorite beer, their first beer, and which person(s) each one of them would choose to sit down and have a drink with.
Stay tuned for the final episode of Season 3!
In the seventh episode, Charlie, Mike, and Nathan are joined by friend of RENEW, Kellen Mahoney, Director of Suppliers Partnership for the environment (SPE).
The group drinks Dale's Pale Ale from Oskar Blues Brewery and discusses how RENEW is working with SPE members to decarbonize auto manufacturing facilities across the supply chain.
Listen in and you will also learn about Kellen's favorite beer, his first beer, and which person he would choose to sit down and have a drink with.
New episodes coming every other Thursday.
In the sixth episode, Charlie and Mike are joined by friend of RENEW, Bill Davis, Founder and Portfolio Manager of Stance Capital. Both RENEW and Stance Capital were formed on the premise that you can make profitable investments in support of climate change mitigation.
The group drinks a "Green" beer! Specifically the Green IPA from Treehouse Brewing in Massachusetts. They discuss Bill's sustainability career, including the founding of Stance Capital, which has a ten-year record of providing the opportunity to invest in a truly sustainable portfolio with a competitive return.
Listen in and you will also learn about Bill's favorite beer, his first beer, and which historical figure he would choose to sit down and have a drink with.
New episodes coming every other Thursday.
In the fifth episode, Charlie, Mike, and Nathan are joined by friend of RENEW, and Charlie's former student, Katie Cava, Sustainability Program Manager at Weyerhaueser.
The group drinks the Sculpin IPA from Ballast Point Brewing and discuss the duties of sustainability managers, as well as the close relationship between mitigating climate change, environmental conservation, and fostering equity across human communities.
Listen in and you will also learn about Katie's favorite beer, her first beer, and which historical figure she would choose to sit down and have a drink with.
New episodes coming every other Thursday.
In the fourth episode, Charlie, Mike, and Nathan are joined by friend of RENEW, Matt Wolfe, VP of Business Development for Icetec Energy Services.
The group drinks an IPA from Boston-based Trillium Brewing Company and discuss how RENEW and Icetec are working together to decarbonize buildings and manufacturing facilities across multiple industries.
Icetec has developed world class technology that uses A.I. to optimize energy assets using home-grown predictive analytics to reduce a site's energy and carbon as well as bid both distributed and utility scale assets in certain regions.
Because of their partnership and shared values, RENEW has implemented Ictec's technology for various clients in the form of battery storage (BESS), combined heat and power (CHP), and a software platform that dispatches on-site assets to lower GHG emissions.
Listen in and you will also learn about Matt's favorite beer, his first beer, which historical figure he would choose to sit down and have a drink with, as well as his favorite book about said historical figure.
New episodes coming every other Thursday.
In the third episode, Charlie, Mike, and Nathan are joined by entrepreneur and sustainability expert, Deirdre Lord, who happens to be Charlie's sister! The episode centers around how energy data informs decarbonization and the sibling banter is exceptional.
The group compares two beers, an IPA from Destination Unknown Beer Company in Long Island, and Windrow, a New York State Corn Lager from Hudson Valley Brewery. They discuss Deirdre's career, including her multiple roles heading up startups that have changed the landscape of the energy industry.
Listen in and you will also learn about Deirdre’s favorite beverage, which historical figure she would choose to sit down and have a drink with, and a few fun stories about growing up with Charlie. One of the beers might even make our top five list!
New episodes coming every other Thursday.
For this season, the RENEW team will be interviewing friends and colleagues throughout the energy industry in order to learn from their expertise and to get their perspectives on how to collaboratively build a sustainable future.
In the second episode, Charlie, Mike, and Nathan are joined by Charlie's good friend Avi Garbow, a seasoned environmental lawyer with a long history of climate advocacy and plenty of experience creating and promoting legislation to regulate carbon and mitigate climate change.
The group drinks an IPA from Stone Brewing while discussing Avi's career, including his position as general counsel for the Obama administration, his work with the EPA, and his role as environmental advocate for the company Patagonia.
Listen in and you will also learn about Avi's favorite brew, his first beer, as well as which historical figure he would choose to sit down and have a drink with.
New episodes coming every other Thursday!
Season 3 of Green Beers is here! For this season, the RENEW team will be interviewing friends and colleagues throughout the energy industry in order to learn from their expertise and to get their perspectives on how to collaboratively build a sustainable future.
For this first episode, Charlie and Mike interviewed Martin Chilcott, CEO and founder of Manufacture2030. Martin is a seasoned entrepreneur with a passion for climate change mitigation and we were thrilled to get the opportunity to sit down with him face-to-face during Climate Week NYC 2023.
The group drinks an American Pale Ale from The Bronx Brewery while discussing Martin's journey into Cleantech, decarbonizing supply chains for large companies, and M2030's collaborative relationship with RENEW. Listen in and you will also learn about Martin's favorite brew, as well as which historical figure he would choose to have a beer with.
Stay tuned for more episodes in 2024!
---------------------------------------------------------------- RENEW and M2030 work together with Edison Energy, a global energy and sustainability firm, co-running the Accelerate project, a $300m fund for decarbonization efforts targeted across all industries.
The Green Beers summer draught is over! Charlie, Mike, and Nathan reflect on highlights from the most recent season of the podcast. Charlie and Mike make their contributions to the GBP Beer Garden. Stay tuned because Season 3 is just around the corner!
Mike, Charlie, and Nathan are joined by Aurora Fernandez, RENEW's newest business development associate and marketing expert. They share some crisp brews from Lagunitas and discuss Aurora's experience getting an MS in sustainability at American University.
Aurora also tells the team about her first entrepreneurial project in the sustainability field: building ecobutacas in Venezuela. What are ecobutacas you ask? Listen to find out!
The team is joined by RENEW's lead Project Engineer in Utah, Carter Kupchella. While living the "High Life", they discuss large scale retrofits that large companies like Molson Coors desperately need in order to decarbonize effectively and meet increasingly strict emissions regulations. If you choose to listen further, you will learn about a very unique building that multiple members of RENEW have visited; a palace made completely of corn.
Charlie, Mike, and Nathan are joined by RENEW's talented Business Development Lead in the northeast, Alexandra Carroll. This episode features beer from Allagash Brewing Company in Maine and focuses on the concept of resiliency and how it plays into designing decarbonization projects.
How does Allagash Brewing rank compared to beers we have tried so far? How is resiliency defined and how does it relate to buildings? Who in history would Alexandra like to have a beer with? Listen to find out.
