Watt’s Up Renewables
🎙️ Watt’s Up! We’re bringing you the brightest in renewable energy!⚡️ You’ll hear from the legends that built our past, the dreamers shaping our future and the dedicated people leading the charge.🌎
Episodes
From military discipline to clean energy leadership — Adam Mecham brings a story that’s as inspiring as it is instructive. 🇺🇸⚡
In this episode, we dive into Adam’s journey from serving in the armed forces to becoming a standout leader in the renewable energy space. He shares how the “crawl, walk, run” mindset—built during his time in the military—became a powerful framework for learning, leading, and thriving in an industry that ...
✨ On today’s episode of Watt’s Up Renewables, we welcome Patrick Betzel — a true believer in the power of people behind the renewable energy movement.
From hiring based on character over credentials 👤📄, to recognizing how your field techs represent your brand every single day 🔧🌟, Patrick reminds us that the future of energy isn’t just about innovation — it’s about intention. 💡
We also get into: 💬 The hidden cost of chasing mo...
In this powerful episode, we're joined by Ian Steele with Here to Serve Workforce Solutions, a seasoned leader in the renewables industry, for an insightful and energizing conversation you won't want to miss! ⚡️
We dive into:
🦺 The critical importance of safety culture – and why Stop Work Responsibility is more than just a policy, it's a mindset.
👥 Believing in your people – how trust and empowerment can transform your team’s per...
💡 Watt’s Up Renewables brings you an inspiring conversation with EJ Bistline, co-founder of Velociwrapper! 🛠️ He shares his story of creating a successful cable wrapping business, his philosophy on working with a positive outlook, and valuable life lessons that will motivate you to stay focused and resilient. 🌟 Plus, we discuss Velociwrapper's future goals and how they plan to revolutionize cable management for a cleaner world! ...
In this episode of Watt’s Up Renewables, we sit down with Ross Bowman, a boots-on-the-ground leader in the wind energy industry, to explore what true technician culture looks like. Ross shares insights from his cross-country journey to support wind turbine sites, including high-risk repairs, rope access jobs, and the importance of developing a versatile, safety-first team.
We dive deep into: ✅ The reality of site support and field ...
22 years in renewables covering wind, solar and energy storage in my span. Following in the footsteps of many before us including my father. In 20+ years in renewables I have found it to be rewarding, fulfilling, challenging and sometimes extremely frustrating. I would not change a thing about my time in renewable energy.
"With over 25 years in renewable field service and operations, I’ve learned that the right tools, mindset, and relationships are essential to success. At our company, we believe in more than just technical excellence; we value the friendships, networks, and connections built throughout our careers. These relationships are key to fostering collaboration, innovation, and growth." - Aaron Boles Our mission is simple: to provide qualit...
Join us in our conversation with Joe from Padge Engineering. We talk about frequency drives, safety in the industry, and electrical hazard mitigation. Don't miss this insightful and knowledge filled episode!
"DSPTCH is technology for technicians. Our unique focus on field-level productivity allows us to build products that are instant value adds. We believe aligning incentives with technicians is the most elegant way to achieve great outcomes." Download their app today!
Join us as we explore the Intersolar & Energy Storage North America conference. Watch live interviews with companies such as Fluke, Nvent, & Velociwrapper. Watch as we showcase new technologies and concepts coming to the market. Get to know great companies and products through our Intersolar walkthrough!
Honoring the trailblazers who transformed renewable energy from a vision into reality. Through powerful conversations, we dive into their stories, innovations, and the lasting impacts they've had on the renewable energy industry!
Honoring the trailblazers who transformed renewable energy from a vision into reality. Through powerful conversations, we dive into their stories, innovations, and the lasting impacts they've had on the renewable energy industry!
Join us in our conversation about start work authority/ stop work responsibility, Juan's career from concrete to renewable energy and all about situational awareness.
Celebrating the people and places where renewable energy meets community life with, Cliff Suazo, owner of Doghouse and Savannah's Old Town Saloon in Tehachapi, CA. Come join the community!
"I'm 26 and just finished my first year as a utility solar technician. I've spent my first year learning how to be safe and efficient while working on a solar power plant, and i'm excited for the future of my career and the industry of renewable energy production."
We have Stephen from Rise Renewable Energy on for the second time. Join us as we talk about the importance of real world training, where the industry needs to improve on safety and if we believe online training is truly helpful or not!
"I have been blessed beyond measure to have been in the right place and at the right time throughout my working career. I stand on the shoulders of a few great mentors to whom I will always be grateful. My #1 professional priority is the safety of my people" - Nick Park
"I'm the guy that remembers his origins, always looking for ways to improve on as many aspects of life as possible. I cherish every opportunity to learn, as it only makes me a better person. Working in renewable energy has given me great opportunities to learn, meet new people and see many places I didn't even knew I would. It's very satisfying."
IWTG Consulting is dedicated to optimizing the performance and longevity of your wind farms through expert guidance and innovative solutions. Founded by Jon Zalar, a seasoned professional with over 12 years of experience in wind turbine design, operability, and troubleshooting, IWTG Consulting combines deep industry knowledge with a commitment to excellence. Whether addressing design challenges or operational inefficiencies, IWTG C...
🍷⚡ It’s time for our Renewable Wives & Wine Special ! Grab a glass and join us as we chat about the good, the bad, and the beautiful chaos of balancing family life with a career in renewable energy.
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