Power Talk with Nate & Greg

Power Talk with Nate & Greg

Power Talk is a series of conversations about the changing electric grid and the challenges and opportunities for grid operators, large power consumers, and the general public. Greg is an energy expert with over 30 years of experience in utility power. Nate is a marketing guy. Together they discuss a multitude of topics and frequently interview subject matter experts.

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June 18, 2026 34 mins

Today's Power Talk is a conversation about the scale change of power consumption, heat and energy loss, and complex interplay of regional differences.

Power Talk is a series of conversations about the changing electric grid and the challenges and opportunities for grid operators, large power consumers, and the general public.

Contact the hosts: podcast@petersonpower.com

All episodes: https://www.petersonpower.com/power-talk

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AI is driving explosive electricity demand. We break down data centers, grid capacity, generation limits, and what unprecedented load growth means for the future.

Contact the hosts: podcast@petersonpower.com

All episodes: https://www.petersonpower.com/power-talk

Intro music: Guitar Toon by Calyman http://ccmixter.org/people/Lemoneight

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Today's Power Talk is titled Artificial Intelligence Fueling the Need for Bridge Power.

It's a conversation between Greg and I. We define the term Bridge Power, discuss present and projected electric demand, nationally as well as within California and Oregon specifically.

We take a close look at the power needs of data centers driven by artificial intelligence technologies.

Contact the hosts: podcast@petersonpower.com

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February 27, 2024 51 mins

Today's Power Talk is entitled Mobile Battery Storage.

It's a conversation with Alex Smith, Chief Technology Officer of Moxion Power. 

We discuss the current and future state of mobile battery technology and its applications.

We also discuss the history of Moxion Power, it's explosive growth, and plans for the future. 

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Power Talk is a series of conversations about the changing electric grid, how you can leverage new technologies to increase your reliability and lower your bills, and how you can safeguard yourself.

Today’s conversation was with Matt Leuck, Technical manager for Neste. We discuss the economic, chemical, environmental, and practical considerations of HVO. Matt is truly a subject matter expert and was able to answer our questi...

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Today's Power Talk is titled What’s Happening in the Hydrogen Economy

It's a conversation with Ken Dragoon, Director of Hydrogen Development, and Abe Mooney, Renewable Energy Project Development Manager, both from Obsidian Renewables.

We discuss the general of state of hydrogen technology and applications. We also discuss a specific, massive project, The Obsidian Pacific NW Hydrogen Hub. This project, if realized, would inclu...

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January 30, 2023 54 mins

Power Talk ep 9 Tying the West Together

Power Talk is a series of conversations about the changing electric grid, how you can leverage new technologies to increase your reliability and lower your bills, and how you can safeguard yourself.

This episode is a continuation of our talk with Brian Bertacchi, General Manager of Elmhurst Mutual Power and Light.

We discuss how supply chain issues and inflation will change how we get and use...

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Power Talk is a series of conversations about the changing electric grid, how you can leverage new technologies to increase your reliability and lower your bills, and how you can safeguard yourself.

In this episode we discuss solid state hydrogen, metal hydrides, and hydrogen storage with Clark Crawford and Chris Kalowes of GKN Hydrogen.

GKN Hydrogen: https://www.gknhydrogen.com/

GKN Hydrogen overview video: https://youtu.be/G5bgmk...

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Power Talk ep 7 Electrification, Decentralization, Decarbonization & Digitalization

Power Talk is a series of conversations about the changing electric grid, how you can leverage new technologies to increase your reliability and lower your bills, and how you can safeguard yourself.

In this episode, we touch on the following:

  • Addressing a Rapidly Changing Industry: change in industry personnel/skills, getting qualified peop...
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Power Talk ep 6: Through the Eyes of the Load Serving Entity

Power Talk is a series of conversations about the changing electric grid, how you can leverage new technologies to increase your reliability and lower your bills, and how you can safeguard yourself.

Have questions for the hosts? Email podcast@petersonpower.com

Want to learn more? https://www.petersonpower.com

Oregon Line School: https://nwlinejatc.com/volta-training-acad...

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January 30, 2023 63 mins

Power Talk is a series of conversations about the changing electric grid, how you can leverage new technologies to increase your reliability and lower your bills, and how you can safeguard yourself.

Today's episode is a deep dive on lithium ion. Topics discussed include: reasons to use lithium ion, recent cost volatility, supply challenges, global reserves of needed minerals, differing chemistries, and applications for li-ion.

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January 30, 2023 56 mins

Power Talk is a series of conversations about the changing electric grid, how you can leverage new technologies to increase your reliability and lower your bills, and how you can safeguard yourself.

Today's episode focuses on energy storage techniques and technologies. Topics discussed include: pumped hydro, compressed air, molten salt, hydrogen, flywheels, flow batteries (iron, salt and water), lead acid batteries, and lithium-ion...

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Power Talk is a series of conversations about the changing electric grid, how you can leverage new technologies to increase your reliability and lower your bills, and how you can safeguard yourself.

Have questions for the hosts? Email podcast@petersonpower.com

Want to learn more? https://www.petersonpower.com/power-talk

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Power Talk is a series of conversations about the changing electric grid, how you can leverage new technologies to increase your reliability and lower your bills, and how you can safeguard yourself.

Have questions for the hosts? Email podcast@petersonpower.com

Want to learn more? https://www.petersonpower.com

California ISO Supply Outlook: https://www.caiso.com/TodaysOutlook/Pages/supply.html

Annual Energy Outlook 2022: https://w...

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Power Talk is a series of conversations about the changing electric grid, how you can leverage new technologies to increase your reliability and lower your bills, and how you can safeguard yourself.

Have questions for the hosts? Email podcast@petersonopower.com

Want to learn more? https://www.petersonpower.com

Originally published Mar 7, 2022.

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