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The NatureBacked PodcastAuthor: Tarmo Virki
Are you looking to understand the business of a better future? Welcome to NatureBacked. For three years and through more than 125 episodes, we've been on a mission to uncover how investors and entrepreneurs worldwide tackle climate change, from the complexities of emissions to the devastating reality of floods. We explore the personal choices and inspiring journeys driving this critical work. Join us to hear from the experts, innovators, and changemakers who are not just talking about change but actively creating it. As a top-three U.S. investment podcast and in the top 2.5% of all podcasts globally, NatureBacked offers the insights you need to navigate the evolving landscape of a sustainable world.NatureBacked was founded by Tarmo Virki, a passionate environmentalist who believes that nature has the solutions to many of the challenges we face today. In each episode, Tarmo or co-host Fiona Alston interviews a guest who shares their knowledge, experience, and vision on a specific topic related to nature and sustainability. We would love to hear from you, so feel free to email us at tarmo@naturebacked.com with your feedback, questions, or suggestions. Thank you for listening, and we hope you enjoy the show!Stay curious and stay green Language: en-us Genres: Business, Business News, Investing, News Contact email: Get it Feed URL: Get it iTunes ID: Get it |
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Navigating Europe's Energy Future with Mats Larsson
Episode 5
Monday, 12 January, 2026
With Mats Larsson, founder of the Global Energy Transformation Institute (GETI), we delve into the critical challenges and promising opportunities shaping the continent's path towards a sustainable future. Our conversation explores the strategic imperative for Europe to bolster its domestic battery and electric vehicle economy, examining the lessons learned from past initiatives and the potential pitfalls of over-reliance on external supply chains. We dissect the roles of governmental policies and targeted investments, drawing insightful comparisons with historical successes such as the US Apollo program, as we consider how best to foster innovation and growth in the European context. The discussion also navigates the complex interplay of various energy sources -- from the resurgence of nuclear power and the expansion of solar and wind, to the potential role of hydrogen, and even the controversial prospect of coal's return amidst escalating energy demands driven by advancements in artificial intelligence. A significant portion of our conversation is dedicated to the often-overlooked backbone of our energy system: the electricity grid. We explore the challenges posed by aging, centralized infrastructure and the urgent need for digitization to accommodate transformative technologies such as vehicle-to-grid solutions. Furthermore, we highlight the crucial gap in understanding between the automotive sector and energy suppliers, emphasizing the necessity for greater collaboration and foresight in planning for the massive power requirements of future electric vehicle fleets. Join us as we unpack these multifaceted issues, offering a comprehensive overview of the strategic decisions and technological advancements that will define Europe's energy and automotive trajectory in the years to come. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
