The big idea of this episode is to learn about Jim Goodman's experiences in the renewable energy industry. From developing and constructing wind farms to starting-up an electrical vehicle charging stations company, Jim shares his unique, real-world stories from the field.
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Outline of the Discussion:
- Wind Farm development, knocking on famer's doors in Illinois and negotiating with John Malone in Colorado.
- Wind Farm construction in Vermont: logistics, site access, and supply chain.
- Cyclicality and tax subsidies in renewable energy industry
- Jim's role as Adjunct Professor at University of Minnesota - Duluth business school teaching a Strategic Management class. Applying differentiation vs. low-cost strategies to the renewable energy industry.
- Starting-up ZEF Energy electric vehicle charging
