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Green Disruptors: Scaling the FutureReclaiming Hydrogen: How Skyr is Turning Industrial Waste into Clean Energy WinsIn this episode of Green Disruptors, host Megan Kjar sits down with Mark Lillis, COO of Skyre, to unpack how his team is tackling one of industry’s best-kept secrets — wasted hydrogen. With a background in electrochemical systems dating back to the Gemini space program, Skyre is using breakthrough membrane tech to recycle hydrogen in metal manufacturing, semiconductor production, and even emerging geologic hydrogen projects.
Mark shares how Skyre’s modular, scalable systems are helping companies slash costs, reduce emissions, and recover one of the most expensive and overlooked commodities in clean tech. If you're curious about how sc...2025-07-2226 min
Green Disruptors: Scaling the FutureVeteran Roots, Global Reach: Jim Holland’s Mission to Heal Planet and PeopleWhat does it say about your business if you're supporting veterans and the environment? According to Jim Holland, it says you're a business that cares. In this inspiring episode of Green Disruptors, host Megan Kjar sits down with Jim — co-founder of Carma, a veteran-founded B-Corp that’s planted over 1.3 million trees while supporting mental health and social mobility for veterans. Learn how Carma leverages technology, partnerships, and purpose to help companies create verified environmental and social impact — and why doing good always makes you feel good. Visit carma.earth to learn more.
2025-07-1924 min
Green Disruptors: Scaling the FutureEco-Ethical Lithium: How NextGen is Rethinking Resource ExtractionIn this episode of Green Disruptors, host Megan Kjar sits down with Mike Riley, CEO of NextGen, a Utah-based materials startup tackling one of clean tech's biggest challenges: where—and how—we get our critical materials.
From pioneering a low-impact method of extracting lithium from waste piles and seawater, to innovating in graphite and flame retardants, Mike and his team are engineering cleaner, smarter alternatives to conventional mining.
Tune in for a wide-ranging conversation on eco-ethical sourcing, local water issues, lobbying vs. impact, and what it really takes to scale a cleantech startup in today’s geop...2025-07-1533 min
Green Disruptors: Scaling the FutureThe Future is Flow: Safer, Cleaner Batteries with Tom ChepucavageIn this episode of Green Disruptors, host Megan Kjar sits down with Tom Chepucavage, co-founder and CEO of Flow Aluminum — an innovative battery startup out of the University of New Mexico. Flow is developing a carbon-negative, aluminum-based battery that’s safer, more sustainable, and longer-lasting than conventional lithium-ion technology.
Tom breaks down how their batteries store energy, capture CO₂, and could play a vital role in powering microgrids, data centers, and military operations — especially in extreme conditions. They also discuss the ethical issues of lithium sourcing, the regulatory roadblocks in clean energy, and how startups like Flow are scal...2025-07-1421 min
Green Disruptors: Scaling the FutureFrom Table to Farm: Rust Belt Riders and the New Compost EconomyIn this episode of Green Disruptors, we sit down with Robert, Sales Director and worker-owner at Rust Belt Riders, a Cleveland-based composting co-op transforming food waste into a force for good. Learn how they’re diverting tons of organic waste from landfills, supporting regenerative farming, and creating dignified green jobs—all while modeling a community-owned business structure. From hauling food scraps by bike to serving 4,000+ households and 300+ businesses, this is a deep dive into local climate action at scale.
2025-07-1224 min
Green Disruptors: Scaling the FutureTurning Energy Stress into Opportunity: How N-Response Orchestrates the GridHow do you scale a clean energy platform that works behind the scenes of everyday businesses — from supermarkets to water pumping stations?
In this episode of Green Disruptors, host Megan Kjar sits down with James Muraca, CTO of N-Response, to talk about how their cloud-based automation software is reshaping energy demand management across 30,000+ commercial sites in the U.S.
We explore:
What a virtual power plant really is — and what makes it “virtual”
How demand response works in real time to prevent grid failures and blackouts
The overlooked middle tier of...2025-07-0825 min
Green Disruptors: Scaling the FutureTurning Residuals into Results: The BC Biocarbon StoryIn this episode of Green Disruptors, host Megan Kjar speaks with Pavel Hejsek, CEO of BC Biocarbon, a Canadian cleantech startup turning wood residuals into Blackberry Biochar — a soil amendment that both boosts plant health and traps carbon from the atmosphere. Pavel shares what makes their biochar unique, why scaling sustainable solutions isn’t just about the tech, and how customer-focused innovation can transform a product from niche to necessary. Whether you’re a climate tech enthusiast, investor, or just curious about greener growing solutions, this episode is packed with insights.
2025-07-0726 min
Green Disruptors: Scaling the FutureTurning Waste into Impact: How FoodMesh is Rescuing a Million Meals a MonthNearly half the food we grow is wasted—but not if Jessica Regan has anything to say about it. In this episode, host Megan Kjar sits down with the founder and CEO of FoodMesh, a Vancouver-based company that’s building a digital marketplace for surplus food.
Jessica shares how her team is now saving over a million meals a month, how the company’s data and logistics platform is helping retailers, farmers, and charities rethink food disposal, and how she's building resilient systems that scale across communities. If you’ve ever wondered where your grocery store’s “unsellable”...2025-07-0123 min
Green Disruptors: Scaling the FutureSolar 2.0: Scott Wharton on the Perovskite Breakthrough at Tandem PVScott Wharton, CEO of Tandem PV, joins Green Disrupters to share how his team is reinventing solar energy with a breakthrough material called perovskite.
Tandem PV’s ultra-thin, high-efficiency panels use 90% less energy to produce and deliver 30% more power—while being built right here in the U.S.
In this episode, Scott explains:
Why solar is already winning on cost
Why perovskites could power 90% of panels by 2040
The real obstacles to U.S. energy independence
Why utility-scale solar—not rooftops—is the real game-changer
Plus, hear how...2025-06-2822 min
Green Disruptors: Scaling the FutureHow Arsenic Became an Asset: Rethinking Tailings with BactechWhat if toxic mining waste could actually boost profits and protect the planet?
In this episode of Green Disruptors, Megan talks with Ross Orr, President and CEO of Bactech Environmental, about a radical shift in mining sustainability. Using bioleaching—aka "bugs eating rocks"—Bactech transforms dangerous tailings into valuable metals while neutralizing arsenic and partnering with communities to build local economic resilience.
Ross shares how this game-changing tech is scaling in Ecuador, why financial literacy matters in ESG work, and what’s holding back broader adoption in the mining world. If you’ve ever wondered what it takes...2025-06-2626 min
Green Disruptors: Scaling the FutureSolving Every Clean Energy Problem: A New Model for the FutureIn this episode, Megan sits down with clean tech veteran Daniel Dus to explore how his platform is transforming the way renewable energy projects are managed and deployed. From system engineering to legal consulting and project delivery, Daniel's team offers a fully integrated solution that prioritizes radical transparency, operational flexibility, and client trust.
They discuss:
Communication mistakes and how to fix them
Giving clients access to internal tools like CRMs
The financial future of solar and the 2028 ITC cliff
Why clean energy is no longer “alternative,” but essential
Whet...2025-06-2000 min
Green Disruptors: Scaling the FutureThe “Gigacorn” Blueprint: Inside AeroSeal’s Global Push to Cut Building WasteWhat if climate impact didn’t require behavior change — just better building practices?
In this episode of Green Disruptors, Megan sits down with Ross MacPherson of AeroSeal to talk about the power of air sealing. From ductwork to entire building envelopes, AeroSeal’s technology is transforming energy efficiency in both residential and commercial construction.
Ross shares how the company is scaling across 90+ countries, why energy codes are the biggest marketing lever no one talks about, and how AeroSeal’s “gigacorn” ambition (yep, that’s a billion tons of CO₂ reduced per year) is surprisingly achievable. Builders save mo...2025-06-1822 min
Green Disruptors: Scaling the FutureScaling Through Uncertainty: The Exactus Energy StoryFrom Basement Startup to Solar Powerhouse: Exactus Energy’s Path to Resilience
In this episode, Megan sits down with Eddie Obeliunas, co-founder and CEO of Exactus Energy, a professional services firm supporting solar projects across North America.
Eddie shares the story of how Exactus grew from two guys in a basement to a 120-person team—without outside funding. He opens up about navigating policy swings, diversifying beyond solar, and what it really takes to build a future-proof business in renewables. A must-listen for anyone in solar, engineering, or clean energy entrepreneurship.
2025-06-1522 min
Green Disruptors: Scaling the FutureTrace to Transform: How Sustainium is Simplifying Carbon Accounting for Every BusinessIn this episode of Green Disruptors, host Megan Kjar talks with Ravi Kiran Polepeddi, co-founder of Sustainium, a sustainability platform helping businesses take control of their carbon footprint—without the complexity.
Ravi shares how his childhood in India inspired a lifelong passion for environmental stewardship, leading to the creation of Sustainium. Together, they explore:
Why carbon accounting is the "diagnosis" step every business needs
How AI can eliminate human error, automate ESG reporting, and educate teams company-wide
Why "compliance" shouldn't be the goal—and how smart emissions tracking reduces costs, attracts inve...2025-06-1121 min
Green Disruptors: Scaling the FutureHazardous Waste, Critical Minerals, and the Future of Climate CommoditiesIn this episode of Green Disruptors: Scaling the Future, Megan Kjar sits down with Nicholas Rohleder, co-founder of Climate Commodities, to explore how his team is transforming hazardous waste into critical inputs for the steel, semiconductor, and ceramics industries.
Nicholas breaks down his company’s unique "barbell" model—balancing greenfield project development with brownfield acquisitions—and shares how they’re bringing an insurance-linked approach to derisk climate infrastructure.
We also dive into the hidden challenges of feedstock quality, the fragility of capital markets, and how regulatory volatility is shaping the next wave of climate innovation.
Wh...2025-06-0526 min
Green Disruptors: Scaling the FutureDecarbonize First, Measure Later: The Terralytiq ApproachIn this episode of Green Disruptors: Scaling the Future, Megan Kjar sits down with Will Glazener, co-founder of Terralytiq, to explore the critical—and often overlooked—pathway to supply-chain decarbonization. Will shares how his experience leading McKinsey’s decarbonization practice inspired him to build a software platform that empowers the world’s largest manufacturers to reduce upstream emissions.
You’ll learn why Terralytiq flips the traditional “measure first” mindset on its head, focusing instead on targeted emissions reduction at the biggest hotspots—such as aluminum smelters—before tracking results. We also dive into the business case for sustainability, fr...2025-06-0134 min
Green Disruptors: Scaling the FutureTurning Oilfield Waste into Carbon-Negative ValueIn this episode, Megan sits down with Carolina Ortega, VP of Sustainability and Communications at Milestone Environmental Services, to explore how a decade-old Texas-based firm is reshaping oilfield waste management into a carbon-negative powerhouse. Learn how Milestone’s slurry reinjection process sequesters more CO₂ than it emits, why cost-neutral sustainable practices still face cultural barriers, and how a novel, public stakeholder-engagement framework is building community trust. Whether you’re in heavy industry, ESG strategy, or just curious about real-world decarbonization, Carolina’s insights on aligning environmental stewardship with business growth are not to be missed.
2025-05-2727 min
Green Disruptors: Scaling the FutureBuilding a Carbon Sink: How Fortera Is Reinventing CementIn this episode of Green Disrupters: Scaling the Future, Megan Kjar sits down with Kas Farsad, Chief Strategy Officer at Fortera, to explore a groundbreaking approach to one of the world’s largest sources of greenhouse gases: cement production.
Fortera’s patented process reduces CO₂ emissions by 70% compared to traditional methods—and even incorporates CO₂ into the final product. Kas walks us through the 17-year journey from lab-scale mineralization research to commissioning a commercial plant, highlights the incremental “de-risking” steps required for such a massive industry, and shares insights on building trust with established operators.
Learn how Fort...2025-05-2327 min
Green Disruptors: Scaling the FutureData, Trust, and Gen Z: The New Drivers of Clean Energy GrowthIn this episode of Green Disruptors, Megan Kjar sits down with Sean Palfenier, CEO and co-owner of Riverside Energy, a solar company rooted in community values and decades of industry experience. From his start in oil and gas to leading one of Western Canada's leading solar teams, Sean shares how Riverside has scaled by prioritizing trust, transparency, and partnerships with Indigenous communities.
They unpack:
The challenge of solar saturation and utility regulations
Why Gen Z values are influencing solar adoption
How tracking your data can unlock smart growth
Lessons...2025-05-2024 min
SMT-PodPlaying Dress-Up: Co-Performance in Mozart’s Abendempfindung K. 523 - Lydia BanguraIn this week's episode, Lydia Bangura analyses her own performance choices in comparison to a professional recording using Jennifer Ronyak’s framework of co-performance.This episode was produced by Zach Lloyd along with Team Lead Megan Lyons. Special thanks to peer reviewers Shersten Johnson and Daniel Barolsky. Additional thanks to David Kjar, Marc Hannaford, Kim Loeffert, and John Peterson for early feedback. SMT-Pod’s theme music was written by Maria Tartaglia, with closing music by Yike Zhang. For supplementary materials on this episode and more information on our authors and composers, check out our website: https...2025-05-1527 min
Green Disruptors: Scaling the FutureSolar That Gives Back: Building Community, Trust, and a Million HomesWhen your origin story involves fleeing pollution for a chance at health, it’s no wonder your business becomes a mission.
In this episode, Kai Fahrion, co-CEO of Zeno Renewables, shares how he went from the electrical trades to co-founding one of Canada’s most community-driven solar companies.
We talk about how the solar conversation has shifted from idealism to smart investment, what Zeno is doing to stand out in a crowded market, and how they're building trust for the long haul. Tune in for a transparent, practical, and inspiring conversation about solar, sustainability, and scaling a co...2025-05-1329 min
Green Disruptors: Scaling the FutureGoodbye Charging Apps: Emobi's Vision for Seamless EV PowerWhat if charging your electric car was as simple as plugging it in — no apps, no cards, no hassle?
In this episode, Lin Sun-Fa, founder of Emobi, explains how his team is solving one of the EV industry’s most frustrating problems. We dive into:
Why current charging systems are broken
How Emobi’s JustPlug technology works across legacy chargers and vehicles
What’s next for smart cities and energy communication
Plus, Lin shares hard-won advice for startup founders and the cultural values he’s building into Emobi’s rapid-growth2025-05-0920 min
Green Disruptors: Scaling the FutureFrom Single-Use to Circular: Hospitality’s Sustainable Pivot with ReplacerWhat if taking climate action actually saved your business money? In this episode, Ed Perryman, co-founder of Replacer, reveals how their new platform helps hospitality businesses ditch disposables, cut costs, and find trusted suppliers for circular solutions — all without adding more to their plate.
We talk about the real challenges small teams face scaling climate startups, how to demystify sustainability for busy business owners, and why building trust is more powerful than flashy metrics.
2025-05-0622 min
Green Disruptors: Scaling the FuturePink Rocks & Blue Oceans: Scaling Carbon Removal with BlusinkWhat if the key to carbon removal lies not in massive factories—but on the seafloor? In this episode, we’re joined by Anjana Aravind, COO and co-founder of Blusink, a pioneering startup capturing carbon through accelerated marine calcification.
Anjana shares her powerful journey from climate science and Antarctic expeditions to startup life and sustainable innovation. We explore how Blusink's pink carbon rocks mimic nature’s own carbon-capturing process—and why this solution could be a game-changer for ocean health and the future of climate tech.
We also unpack the complexities of the carbon credit market...2025-05-0222 min
Green Disruptors: Scaling the FutureVertical Solar, New Horizons: How Sunstall is Revolutionizing Clean Energy ApplicationIn this episode of Green Disruptors, host Megan Kjar sits down with Helge Biernath, CEO of Sunstall, to explore the evolving world of solar innovation. From his early beginnings in Germany’s solar thermal industry to pioneering vertical solar applications in the U.S., Helge shares insights on how multifunctional solar solutions are addressing challenges in agriculture, transportation, and urban development. They also discuss the broader need for collaboration across industries and why combining sustainability with smart design is the way forward.
Discover why vertical solar isn't just about energy — it’s about resilience, resourcefulness, and unlocking new bu...2025-04-2925 min
Green Disruptors: Scaling the Future Video EditionThe Edison of Garbage: Turning Trash into Clean Energy with OmniWhat if the garbage in your bin could power your home?
In this episode of Green Disruptors: Scaling the Future, host Megan Kjar sits down with Marc Bacon, COO of Omni, a company pioneering waste-to-energy technology that’s shaking up the industry. Marc shares how Omni's patented system transforms everything from kitchen scraps to automotive residue into clean energy, while avoiding the common pitfalls that have plagued others in the sector.
We explore the technology, the roadblocks to scaling, and why the next generation deserves a better solution than landfills and incinerators. Marc’s mission-driven mind...2025-04-2836 min
Green Disruptors: Scaling the FutureThe Edison of Garbage: Turning Trash into Clean Energy with OmniWhat if the garbage in your bin could power your home?
In this episode of Green Disruptors: Scaling the Future, host Megan Kjar sits down with Marc Bacon, COO of Omni, a company pioneering waste-to-energy technology that’s shaking up the industry. Marc shares how Omni's patented system transforms everything from kitchen scraps to automotive residue into clean energy, while avoiding the common pitfalls that have plagued others in the sector.
We explore the technology, the roadblocks to scaling, and why the next generation deserves a better solution than landfills and incinerators. Marc’s mission-driven mind...2025-04-2536 min
Green Disruptors: Scaling the FutureLighting the Way: How Watts Matter Delivers Zero-Upfront, Carbon-Cutting InnovationWhat if a building could upgrade to ultra-efficient, circadian-friendly lighting with zero upfront cost—and actually save money from day one?
In this episode of Green Disruptors: Scaling the Future, host Megan Kjar speaks with George Blackstone, CEO of Watts Matter, about how his company is revolutionizing energy use in schools, government buildings, and industrial spaces around the world. From innovative "Lighting as a Service" models to solar thermal breakthroughs and a refreshing approach to warranties, Watts Matter is on a mission to reduce carbon emissions, boost learning outcomes, and make clean tech accessible for everyone.
...2025-04-2233 min
Green Disruptors: Scaling the Future Video EditionRevolutionizing Carbon Trading: Treating Carbon as a Financial AssetIn this episode of Green Disruptors, host Megan Kjar sits down with Andrew Gilmour, serial entrepreneur and CEO of Laconic, to tackle one of the biggest puzzles in sustainability: how to turn carbon credits into a liquid, investable asset. Andrew traces the evolution of carbon markets from voluntary offsets to potential global securities, and explains why today’s market often feels more like a charitable endeavor than a true trading platform.
Key topics include:
Carbon as a Financial Asset: Why we must treat carbon like any other security to unlock liquidity and price discovery.
Data...2025-04-1843 min
Green Disruptors: Scaling the FutureRevolutionizing Carbon Trading: Treating Carbon as a Financial AssetIn this episode of Green Disruptors, host Megan Kjar sits down with Andrew Gilmour, serial entrepreneur and CEO of Laconic, to tackle one of the biggest puzzles in sustainability: how to turn carbon credits into a liquid, investable asset. Andrew traces the evolution of carbon markets from voluntary offsets to potential global securities, and explains why today’s market often feels more like a charitable endeavor than a true trading platform.
Key topics include:
Carbon as a Financial Asset: Why we must treat carbon like any other security to unlock liquidity and price discovery.
Data...2025-04-1643 min
Green Disruptors: Scaling the FutureReconnecting the Surplus Chain: Inside iWasteNot’s Circular Tech RevolutionIn this episode of Green Disruptors, host Megan Kjar sits down with Norm Ruttan, founder of iWasteNot Systems, to explore two decades of green‑tech innovation in surplus‑chain management. Learn how Norm went from volunteering in Ontario’s national parks to building one of the first peer‑to‑peer material exchanges, how he scaled that model across Washington State and beyond, and why he’s now focusing on B2B reuse in universities, municipalities, and the construction sector.
Discover:
The origins of the surplus chain vs. the supply chain
Real‑world impact, including a $5...2025-04-1434 min
Green Disruptors: Scaling the Future Video EditionFrom Waste to Resource: Revolutionizing Energy and Water with Suresh JambunathanWhat if waste energy could become your company’s secret weapon for both cost savings and sustainability?
In this episode of Green Disruptors, Megan Kjar sits down with Suresh Jambunathan, founder of Energy and Water Development (ENWADEV), to explore the power of integrated energy systems that make sustainability make business sense.
Suresh shares real-world examples of how his firm helps facilities—from data centers to universities—dramatically reduce operating costs by rethinking how they use power, heat, and water. You’ll learn:
Why on-site power generation and waste heat recovery are game-changers
What e...2025-04-0932 min
Green Disruptors: Scaling the FutureFrom Waste to Resource: Revolutionizing Energy and Water with Suresh JambunathanWhat if waste energy could become your company’s secret weapon for both cost savings and sustainability?
In this episode of Green Disruptors, Megan Kjar sits down with Suresh Jambunathan, founder of Energy and Water Development (ENWADEV), to explore the power of integrated energy systems that make sustainability make business sense.
Suresh shares real-world examples of how his firm helps facilities—from data centers to universities—dramatically reduce operating costs by rethinking how they use power, heat, and water. You’ll learn:
Why on-site power generation and waste heat recovery are game-changers
What e...2025-04-0932 min
Green Disruptors: Scaling the FutureInside the EV Revolution with Sergej Marojevic of Q-ChargeIn this thought-provoking episode, Megan sits down with Sergej Marojevic, founder and CEO of Q-Charge, to explore the complex and rapidly evolving world of EV infrastructure. From his early days as a mechanical engineer emigrating from Yugoslavia to pioneering fire-safe, AI-powered EV charging stations in the U.S., Sergej shares a remarkable journey of curiosity, resilience, and innovation.
They dive into the biggest challenges facing the EV industry today—public education, red tape, workforce shortages—and the bold solutions Q-Charge is developing to overcome them. Plus, they chat about cultural values, entrepreneurship, and what it really takes to m...2025-04-0457 min
Green Disruptors: Scaling the FutureMicrogrid Disruption: How Hover is Building Resilient, Independent Power Systems with Chris GriffinIn this episode of Green Disruptors: Scaling the Future, I sit down with Chris Griffin, CEO of Hover, to explore how microgrids are revolutionizing the way we think about energy resilience and independence. Chris shares his journey from Wall Street to the clean energy sector and breaks down why Hover’s microgrid technology, built without reliance on government subsidies, is a game-changer.
We discuss:
✅ Why traditional power grids are vulnerable and how microgrids offer a more secure, resilient future
✅ The challenges of scaling renewable energy without subsidies and how Hover overcame those hurdles
✅ How futu...2025-04-0241 min
Green Disruptors: Scaling the FutureUnlocking the Grid: How Distributed Energy Can Scale Faster Than You ThinkIn this episode of Green Disruptors: Scaling the Future, I sit down with Doug Golden, a 22-year veteran in the energy industry with experience spanning Reliant Energy, NRG, EVgo, and more. Doug dives into the unprecedented load growth utilities are facing due to EV adoption, manufacturing on-shoring, and the data demands of generative AI. We explore how integrating distributed energy resources (DERs) like solar, batteries, and EV chargers into the grid can alleviate the pressure—and why the technology to make it happen already exists.
Doug highlights the real challenge: It's no longer about inventing new solutions, bu...2025-03-2831 min
Green Disruptors: Scaling the FutureThe Three Biggest Mistakes in Renewable Energy Projects – And How to Overcome ThemIn this episode of Green Disrupters, host Megan Kjar sits down with Troy MacDonald, a seasoned energy project advisor and developer, to discuss the biggest challenges in getting green energy projects off the ground. Troy shares insights from his extensive experience in renewable energy finance, shedding light on why many projects fail and what developers can do to ensure their projects are investment-ready.
He highlights three key obstacles:
Customer Viability & Market Fit – Developers often underestimate the importance of securing solid offtake agreements. Capital markets require proof of a reliable long-term customer before financing a project.
Technology Se...2025-03-2847 min
Green Disruptors: Scaling the FutureUnlocking Carbon Solutions: A Talk with Abhinav KashalIn this episode of Green Disruptors Scaling the Future, host Megan Kerr delves into the intricacies of clean energy solutions with Abhinav Kashal, CEO of Zero Carbon One. Abhinav shares his extensive experience from the banking sector to startups and discusses the evolution of the startup ecosystem in India. The conversation explores the challenges and innovations in carbon accounting and the importance of integrating technology with environmental solutions.
Abhinav highlights the complexities of Scope 3 emissions and the necessity of collaboration among corporations to drive effective climate action. He emphasizes the significance of understanding the data challenges faced...2025-03-2832 min
Green Disruptors: Scaling the FutureIlluminating Sustainability: How SunSign is Revolutionizing Parking SignageWhen a smart business owner sees a gap in the market, innovation follows. That’s exactly what happened with Cliff Hoinowsky, founder of Sunsign, who recognized the need for more visible and sustainable parking signs—and turned that insight into a game-changing green product.
In this episode, we dive into:
🌞 How Sunsign is using solar technology to improve visibility and efficiency
♻️ The business challenges of bringing a new sustainable product to market
🚀 What it takes to identify a market gap and turn it into a thriving business
If you love practical sustainability solutions and...2025-03-2823 min
Green Disruptors: Scaling the Future Video EditionFrom Challenge to Change: Rethinking Carbon Footprints with ArborIn this episode of Green Disruptors, Megan Kjar speaks with Abdullah Choudhry, CIO and founder of Arbor, about the challenges businesses face in tracking their carbon footprint and how Arbor is innovating solutions to make sustainability more accessible and actionable. Abdullah shares his background, the unique selling proposition of Arbor, and the importance of building relationships within supply chains to reduce emissions. The conversation also touches on the business cases for sustainability, future developments in financing, and the philosophy of continuous learning and adaptation in the face of challenges.
Keywords
sustainability, carbon footprint, Arbor, clean energy, business g...2025-03-2828 min
Green Disruptors: Scaling the Future Video EditionFrom Fertilizer Sales to Financial Inclusion: Usman Javaid and Ricult's JourneyJoin us on Green Disruptors as host Megan Kjar explores the innovative journey of Usman Javaid, founder and CEO of Ricult, providing agriculture and financial inclusion in rural economies. Born in Pakistan, Usman's career shifted from selling fertilizers to pioneering digital financial platforms, like EasyPesa, which revolutionized how rural communities access banking without smartphones.
His story unfolds further as he delves into his startup, Ricult, co-founded with MIT colleagues. This tech-driven platform empowers farmers in Pakistan, Thailand, and Vietnam, utilizing AI to enhance agricultural productivity and enable access to affordable credit.
Discover how Usman tackles...2025-03-2828 min
Green Disruptors: Scaling the Future Video EditionThe Three Biggest Mistakes in Renewable Energy Projects – And How to Overcome ThemIn this episode of Green Disrupters, host Megan Kjar sits down with Troy MacDonald, a seasoned energy project advisor and developer, to discuss the biggest challenges in getting green energy projects off the ground. Troy shares insights from his extensive experience in renewable energy finance, shedding light on why many projects fail and what developers can do to ensure their projects are investment-ready.
He highlights three key obstacles:
Customer Viability & Market Fit – Developers often underestimate the importance of securing solid offtake agreements. Capital markets require proof of a reliable long-term customer before financing a project.
Technology Se...2025-03-2847 min
Green Disruptors: Scaling the FutureFrom Challenge to Change: Rethinking Carbon Footprints with Arbor
In this episode of Green Disruptors, Megan Kjar speaks with Abdullah Choudhry, CIO and founder of Arbor, about the challenges businesses face in tracking their carbon footprint and how Arbor is innovating solutions to make sustainability more accessible and actionable. Abdullah shares his background, the unique selling proposition of Arbor, and the importance of building relationships within supply chains to reduce emissions. The conversation also touches on the business cases for sustainability, future developments in financing, and the philosophy of continuous learning and adaptation in the face of challenges.
Keywords
sustainability, carbon footprint, Arbor, clean energy, business g...2025-03-2628 min
Green Disruptors: Scaling the FutureDecoding the Path to Decarbonization with Zero Carbon OneJoin us in this episode of "Green Disruptors Scaling the Future" as we explore the innovations transforming the landscape of clean energy with our guest, Abhinav Kashal, CEO of Zero Carbon One. Abhinav shares his journey from a banking background to becoming a climate tech leader, aiming to simplify and integrate carbon accounting and ESG reporting for industries. Learn how Zero Carbon One is addressing the complexities of decarbonization by unifying systems and data, engaging teams at every level, and providing strategic solutions to climate challenges. This episode highlights the importance of proactive corporate strategies and the role of...2025-03-2332 min
Green Disruptors: Scaling the FutureFrom Fertilizer Sales to Financial Inclusion: Usman Javaid and Ricult's JourneyJoin us on Green Disruptors as host Megan Kjar explores the innovative journey of Usman Javaid, founder and CEO of Ricult, providing agriculture and financial inclusion in rural economies. Born in Pakistan, Usman's career shifted from selling fertilizers to pioneering digital financial platforms, like EasyPesa, which revolutionized how rural communities access banking without smartphones.
His story unfolds further as he delves into his startup, Ricult, co-founded with MIT colleagues. This tech-driven platform empowers farmers in Pakistan, Thailand, and Vietnam, utilizing AI to enhance agricultural productivity and enable access to affordable credit.
Discover how Usman tackles...2025-03-1928 min
eavesdropping conversationseavesdropping conversation 39: stephanie lamprea (2025)In which eavesdropping host Juliet Fraser talks to soprano Stephanie Lamprea about recontextualising the 'operatic' voice, technique as a set of muscles, and the joy of going to shows.
References: Colombian dance styles cumbia, bachata and salsa, Georges Aperghis 'Récitations', composer Amble Skuse, MiMU gloves, misophonia (selective sound sensitivity syndrome), The Old Hairdresser's in Glasgow, actress & BSL performer Yuki Neoh, BSL interpreter Megan McArthur, Keepers of Sound residency run by Anne Kjær, composers Erin Thomson & Lisa Robertson.
Transcription available here: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1l6u43NzveSwcT1TcpzYW7JxqOUUuy-a7/view?usp=sharing
Stephanie will perform in th...2025-02-2819 min
HipcastSmall hospital, big impact. Where to start in a regional Australian hospitalDr Richard Kjar, Director of Orthopaedics, Ms Lisa Gephart, Clinical Nurse Consultant Acute Pain Service and Ms Megan Gilbert, Hip Fracture Clinical Specialist discuss the journey to implement the ANZHFR at Northeast Health Wangaratta in Victoria, Australia.View the hospital's innovative NHW Hip Fracture Pathway - Staff awareness - Tik Tok type reel 2022-11-1623 min