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Solar Sidekicks PodcastS2E13 - Roshan Ramnarain | Energy MattersThis week, the Solar Sidekicks hit the road and welcome a special guest who’s as passionate about clean energy as he is charismatic on camera. Roshan Ramnarain—entrepreneur, TV presenter, and CEO of Energy Matters—joins Pat and Lauren for a wide-ranging chat about the solar rollercoaster: from his early days knocking on doors in the UK to leading one of Australia’s most recognisable renewable media platforms.Learn how Open Homes Australia became a surprising stage for solar advocacy, why Roshan jumped in front of the camera (literally), and what it really takes to turn curiosit...
2025-07-181h 21
Webinex TalksWeathertex on Energy Matters Road to ZeroIn this episode, @roshan.ramnarain, CEO of Energy Matters, catches up with Jason O’Hagan, CEO of Weathertex, and Jason Zantiotis, Executive Operations Leader of Weathertex, to discuss this episode of ENERGY MATTERS.This Energy Matters episode features host @designerjamestreble and Jason Zantiotis as they tour the manufacturing facilities of @weathertexaus. Rosh, Jason O'Hagan and Jason Zantiotis discuss the episode, the story behind Weathertex, and their incredible manufacturing processes that result in all-natural cladding.
2025-04-0718 min
The Business Agora#40 - Roshan Ramnarain (CEO at Energy Matters)In today's episode, we connect with Roshan (Rosh) from Energy Matters. We hear about his history of over 20 years working in the energy industry, as well as his transition into his role as CEO at Energy Matters. A passionate advocate for green energy, and a greener future, Roshan shares about the economic and ecological imperative for solar power. If you're someone who wants to both spend less on energy and contribute less to our carbon footprint (at home, or at work), Roshan shares some insightful data and considerations to keep in mind. We close by hearing how Rosh balances...
2022-06-0133 min
Energy Matters: Road to ZEROFronius | Road to ZERO | Episode 21In this episode our CEO, Roshan Ramnarain, chats to Rod Dewar, Solutions Manager for Fronius Australia.Rosh & Rod will be discussing the latest news on Fronius, one of the world’s leading manufacturers of Solar Power Inverters.Fronius will feature on the season finale of Open Homes Australia which went LIVE on Saturday, 14th May @ 4.30pm on 9Life or via catch-up tv on https://www.9now.com.au/open-homes-australia.Check out our YouTube channel for our previous podcasts & clips from the show at https://www.youtube.com/c/energymatters/videos.Remember if...
2022-05-1332 minEnergy Matters: Road to ZEROSF Suntech-Australia | Road to ZERO | Episode 20In this episode our CEO, Roshan Ramnarain, chats to Eric Koh, General Manager for SF Suntech-Australia.Rosh & Eric will be discussing the latest news on the Suntech solar panel & Sunways, the German founded solar inverter manufacturer who supplies high quality inverters into the Australian market.Suntech & Sunways will feature on episode 9 of Open Homes Australia which was televised on Saturday, 7th May @ 4.30pm on 9Life.Check out our YouTube channel for our previous podcasts & clips from the show at https://www.youtube.com/c/energymatters/videos.Remember if you have yet...
2022-05-1124 minEnergy Matters: Road to ZEROCoomera Rivers State School| Road to ZERO | Episode 19In this special episode our CEO, Roshan Ramnarain, switches things up as he gets interviewed by a Grade 5 class from Coomera Rivers State School, who during their Humanities and Social Sciences unit of work, students will be diving deep into Global Goals (www.globalgoals.org). Their overarching inquiry question is “how can we use our understanding of the Global Goals to make a difference in our community?” The students must identify local issues in their community, locate and collect information by interviewing members of the community and identify different viewpoints relating to an issue in their community – in this case...
2022-04-2925 minEnergy Matters: Road to ZERODave Franklin | Road to ZERO | Episode 18In this episode our CEO, Roshan Ramnarain, caught up with Dave Franklin, who has overseen many landscape and pool projects in his career as an award-winning landscape architect and pool designer, including across 12 seasons of The Block.Rosh & Dave will be discussing the upcoming episode of Open Homes Australia, where Dave is walking us through a stunning beachside property in North NSW, as well as the upcoming season of The Block and what’s next for his business.Check out our YouTube channel for our previous podcasts & clips from the show at https://www.youtube.co...
2022-04-2722 minEnergy Matters: Road to ZEROElite Smart Energy Solutions | Road to ZERO | Episode 17In this episode our CEO, Roshan Ramnarain, chats to Stephen Hill, CEO of Elite Smart Energy Solutions (ESES).Rosh & Steve will be discussing ESES, a one-stop shop for all of a customer’s energy needs, the challenges being faced in the current market as well as what’s in store for the industry in 2022. They also cover their appearance on Season 5 of Open Homes Australia, featuring the amazing Sunpower-Maxeon solar panel.
2022-04-0629 minEnergy Matters: Road to ZEROJesse Raeburn | Road to ZERO | Episode 16In this episode our CEO, Roshan Ramnarain, caught up with Jesse Raeburn, who along with his partner Mel, were contestants on The Block: The Oslo 2019 and walked away with a profit of $388,000! The St Kilda locals have since purchased their first home together with their winnings and are currently renovating. Real estate agent, Jesse, was responsible for finding them the perfect abode – with renovations in mind the moment they purchased the house! With Mel in charge of the budget, and Jesse putting his handyman skills to work, we can’t wait to see what these two create in their new...
2022-03-2830 minEnergy Matters: Road to ZEROAxitec Energy Australia | Road to ZERO | Episode 15In this episode our CEO, Roshan Ramnarain, chats to Andreas Boeck, Managing Director at Axitec Energy Australia. The engineering at headquarters in Germany controls the global production capacities of 800 MWp.Rosh & Andreas will be discussing the latest news on Axitec Energy, one of the technological and economical leading manufacturers in solar and their inclusion in Open Homes Australia.Check out our YouTube channel for our previous podcasts & clips from the show at https://www.youtube.com/c/energymatters/videos.Remember if you have yet to go solar, NOW is the time - complete...
2022-03-2428 minEnergy Matters: Road to ZEROEnphase | Road to ZERO | Episode 14In this episode our CEO, Roshan Ramnarain, chats to Wilf Johnson, General Manager-APAC of Enphase Energy.Rosh & Wilf will be discussing the latest news on Enphase Energy, the leading supplier of micro-inverter based solar and battery systems that enable people to make, use, save, and even sell their own power—and control it all with a smart mobile app.Check out our YouTube channel for our previous podcasts & clips from the show at https://www.youtube.com/c/energymatters/videos.Remember if you have yet to go solar, NOW is the time - co...
2022-03-1127 minEnergy Matters: Road to ZEROPodium | Road to ZERO | Episode 10In this episode our CEO, Roshan Ramnarain, chats to Podium, a multi-product platform that’s modernising the way local business gets done.As the latest service provider working in conjunction with Energy Matters Partnership program, Podium offers innovative and easy to use software which assist businesses with generating customer reviews, implementing a Net performance score to evaluate ones customer service as well as a useful webchat feature to assist with customer communication whilst visiting the website.Rosh & Alf will be discussing how Podium is assisting both Energy Matters and their partners with all areas of bu...
2022-03-1135 minEnergy Matters: Road to ZEROMichael & Carlene | Road to ZERO | Episode 13In this episode our CEO, Roshan Ramnarain, chats to Michael & Carlene, former contestants on The Block: The Glasshouse in 2014 and taking Australia by storm with renovations galore, interior designing, and even hosting their own show; Ready, Set, Reno.Rosh & the hard-working couple will be discussing life after the Block, Renovate or Rebuild and what’s next in their lives.Check out our YouTube channel for our previous podcasts & clips from the show at https://www.youtube.com/c/energymatters/videos.Remember if you have yet to go solar, NOW is the time - co...
2022-03-1124 minEnergy Matters: Road to ZERONatalee Bowen (Indah Island)| Road to ZERO | Episode 12In this episode our CEO, Roshan Ramnarain, chats to Natalee Bowen who has been in the design industry for over 20 years. Indah Island has been commissioned both Australia wide and internationally. Natalee’s work has received many industry awards and is now featured in many magazines, social media and TV programs such as Dream Homes, Ready Set Reno, Luxury Homes Revealed, Best Houses Australia, and Through the Front Gate.Rosh & Natalee will be discussing Renovate or Rebuild, Indah Island and what’s next.Check out our YouTube channel for our previous podcasts & clips from the show...
2022-03-1129 minEnergy Matters: Road to ZEROEnergy Matters Rewards Program | Road to ZERO | Episode 11In this episode our CEO, Roshan Ramnarain, chats to David Vincent, Founder & CEO of My Rewards, the global loyalty & rewards program supporting the Energy Matters Rewards Program.As the latest service provider working in conjunction with Energy Matters Partnership program, the Energy Matters Rewards Program connects more than 4.6 million members with over 4,500 brands so my employees and customers can get the best deals and free perks on products, services and experiences.Rosh & David will be discussing how My Rewards is assisting both Energy Matters, their partners and their customers with all areas of business & lifestyle.
2022-03-1121 minEnergy Matters: Road to ZEROJames Treble | Road to ZERO | Episode 9In this episode our CEO, Roshan Ramnarain, chats to James Treble, a Sydney based Interior Designer who loves to share his passion for houses, colour, good design and recycling, whilst hosting the hit TV show “Renovate or Rebuild”.Rosh & James discussed his career to date, hosting Renovate or Rebuild and incorporating sustainability into home design.Check out our YouTube channel for our previous podcasts & clips from the show at https://www.youtube.com/c/energymatters/videos.Remember if you have yet to go solar, NOW is the time - complete this quick form for...
2022-01-2834 minEnergy Matters: Road to ZEROJess Eva | Road to ZERO | Episode 8In this episode our CEO, Roshan Ramnarain, chats to Jess Eva (one half of the dynamic duo, Norm & Jess), who won over $200k on The Block in 2018 and was a contestant in Season 1 of Renovate or Rebuild.Jess is both a truly passionate and hilariously funny individual and can be heard across the airwaves on Triple M’s Moonman in the Morning every weekday.Rosh & Jess will be discussing life after the Block, Renovate or Rebuild and what’s next in their lives in this exceptionally funny and not to be missed podcast :-)Ch...
2022-01-2829 minEnergy Matters: Road to ZEROFIMER | Road to ZERO | Episode 7In this episode our CEO, Roshan Ramnarain, chats to Jason Venning, Country Manager of Fimer Australia.Rosh & Jason will be discussing the latest news on Fimer, an exciting Italian renewable energy manufacturer specialising in hybrid inverters, battery storage and EV chargers.Check out our YouTube channel for our previous podcasts & clips at https://www.youtube.com/c/energymatters/videosRemember if you have yet to go solar, NOW is the time - complete this quick form for a FREE quote https://quotes.energymatters.com.au/survey/solar-quote
2022-01-1922 minEnergy Matters: Road to ZEROJimmy & Tam | Road to ZERO | Episode 6In this episode our CEO, Roshan Ramnarain, chats to Jimmy & Tam, winners of The Block in 2020 and contestants in Season 1 of Renovate or Rebuild.Rosh & the guys will be discussing life after the Block, Renovate or Rebuild and their strategy on property development with carbon reduction very much on everyone’s mind.
2021-12-1626 minEnergy Matters: Road to ZEROArkana Energy | Road to ZERO | Episode 5In this episode our CEO, Roshan Ramnarain, chats to Luke Stronach CSO of Arkana Energy.Rosh & Luke will be discussing Arkana Energy, a very successful family run installer of solar panels & renewable energy technology, the challenges being faced in the current solar market as well as what’s in store for the industry.
2021-12-1326 minEnergy Matters: Road to ZEROLONGI Solar | Road to ZERO | Episode 3In this episode our CEO, Roshan Ramnarain, chats to Andres Novoa, Marketing Manager of Longi Solar Australia and an Energy Matters partner in the hit TV show, Renovate or Rebuild. Rosh & Andres will be discussing Longi Solar, the worlds biggest manufacturer of solar panels, the challenges in the current solar market as well as what’s in store for the industry.
2021-12-0931 minEnergy Matters: Road to ZEROSmart Energy Answers | Road to ZERO | Episode 4In this episode our CEO, Roshan Ramnarain, chats to Daniel Lanzetta, CEO of Smart Energy Answers.Rosh & Daniel will be discussing Smart Energy Answers, a very successful national installer of solar panels & renewable energy technology, the challenges being faced in the current solar market as well as what’s in store for the industry.Smart Energy Answers featured as a partner of Energy Matters on the hit TV show, Renovate or Rebuild and also generously donated their time to install a 3kW system for a family who lost their home in the NSW Bushfires.
2021-12-0930 minEnergy Matters: Road to ZERONorthlight Productions | Road to ZERO | Episode 2In this episode our CEO, Roshan Ramnarain, chats to Sam Behrens, Managing Director of Northlight Productions and ON-SET DIRECTOR + EXEC PRODUCER on the hit home improvement show, Renovate or Rebuild. Rosh & Sam will be discussing what happens behind the scenes when filming a TV show.
2021-11-2320 minEnergy Matters: Road to ZERORenovate or Rebuild | Road to ZERO | Episode 1In this episode our CEO, Roshan Ramnarain, chats to James McGregor, Executive Producer and the brain behind Renovate or Rebuild!! Filming over 12 months, whilst navigating through every challenge possible, we will find out what it takes to create a TV show, what the show represents and the positive impact it will have on a ZERO-Carbon future!
2021-11-1636 min