Video Podcast Series: Lightbulb Moments
Welcome to Lightbulb Moments, a video podcast series brought to you by Mitsubishi Power. We’re bringing you the brightest minds, most engaging stories, and illuminating points of view from across the energy sector. Join us this season as we navigate the important conversations happening throughout the energy landscape.
A Conversation About The Future of Power
Lightbulb Moments gives experts the opportunity to share their thoughts on important topics across the energy sector. We’ll discuss what we’ve accomplished as well as what’s ahead as we pave a way toward a decarbonized future together.
Season one will explore:
• The application and realities of hydrogen
• The challenges of communicating on energy transition
• The role of academics in energy transition
• The importance of demonstrations
• The challenges and role of carbon capture in the future energy mix
Join our host, Aryn Bordelon, as she interviews a roster of special guests each month. Stay updated on the latest topics and thought leadership by tuning in.
Latest Episode
Episode 4: No Silver Bullet for Holistic Decarbonization
In this episode, we interview the Pegasus Professor and the director of the Center for Advanced Turbomachinery and Energy Research, Jayanta Kapat. Join us to explore:
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The evolving role of hydrogen in the energy sector.
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Significant global investments in hydrogen hubs.
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The importance of developing a viable market for hydrogen to ensure its practical application.
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The broader challenge of reducing CO2 emissions through a holistic, global approach.
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The need for comprehensive workforce development.
All Episodes
Episode 1: Dan Romito, The Market is Asking the Wrong Questions
In this episode of Lightbulb Moments, we interview Pickering Energy Partner’s Managing Director, Dan Romito. Join us to explore:
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The complexities of the energy transition, emphasizing the need to remove emotion from our decisions and discussions.
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The importance of identifying energy mixes with the least negative externalities and acknowledge that solutions are never straightforward.
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The critical distinction between net zero and decarbonization.
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The tendency to support preconceived solutions with selective data.
Episode 2: The Paradigm Shift Ahead
In this episode, we interview EPRI's Senior Program Manager for Gas Turbine, Bobby Noble. Join us to explore:
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The importance of demonstrations in proving the viability of alternative fuels.
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How safety protocols and site collaboration normalize hydrogen adoption.
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The increasing role of natural gas in long-term decarbonization strategies.
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Addressing misconceptions about hydrogen’s burning temperature, NOx emissions, and power output impact.
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Asia’s interest in ammonia and its role in the global energy transition
Episode 3: Communicating on the Energy Transition
In this episode, we interview the President of the Economic Development Corporation of Decatur & Macon County and Chief Strategy Officer of iFAB, Nicole Bateman. Join us to explore:
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Bringing Jobs and Supporting Business Growth.
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Strategic Energy Planning and Infrastructure Alignment.
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Bridging the Gap Between Technology and Infrastructure.
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Simplifying Energy Transition for Broader Adoption.
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Energy Transformation and the Role of First Movers.
More Upcoming Episodes
Episode 5
Shelley Babin, Ontario: A Case Study
Release Date: May 28th
Episode 6
Jonathan Weins, Carbon Capture: A Key Element of Decarbonizing Power Generation
Release Date: June 25th
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