Green Disruptors: Scaling the Future

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This is Green Disruptors: Scaling the Future—a podcast where we dive into the innovations transforming clean energy and the real business challenges of making sustainability scalable. From breakthrough technology to the tough decisions behind growth, we explore what it takes to build a greener future—at scale.

  1. Why Most Commercial Buildings Are Missing Out on Utility Energy Efficiency Money

    1D AGO

    Why Most Commercial Buildings Are Missing Out on Utility Energy Efficiency Money

    Most commercial facilities are sitting on energy efficiency opportunities they don’t even know exist. In this episode of Green Disruptors, Megan sits down with Alex Mouton, founder of M3 Services, to discuss the overlooked world of utility-funded energy efficiency projects — and how contractors can help schools, hospitals, and commercial buildings dramatically improve efficiency with far less out-of-pocket cost than most expect. Alex shares: Why utility incentive programs remain one of the best-kept secrets in commercial energyThe frustrating bureaucracy contractors face to access these fundsHow M3 Services has built a scalable model around efficiency-first contractingWhy workforce development and job creation are central to long-term climate impactThe real barriers to expanding these programs across the U.S.This is a practical conversation on the business side of energy transition — where policy, contractors, utilities, and economic impact all intersect. Connect with Alex Mouton / M3 Services:Alex Mouton | LinkedIn Produced by Mountaintop Social MarketingLinkedIn growth and outbound authority building for cleantech brands. #CleanEnergy #EnergyEfficiency #UtilityIncentives #CommercialHVAC #Sustainability #GreenDisruptors #CleantechPodcast

    26 min
  2. Energy, Chaos, and Control: What's Really Happening in Global Supply Chains

    APR 24

    Energy, Chaos, and Control: What's Really Happening in Global Supply Chains

    The energy conversation has never been more complex—or more important. In this episode of Green Disruptors: Scaling the Future, Megan sits down with supply chain expert and author David Jacoby to break down what’s actually happening across global energy markets. With over 30 years of experience advising companies in oil & gas, renewables, and critical minerals, David brings a unique perspective on how policy, geopolitics, and supply chains are reshaping the future of energy. Together, they explore: Why energy policy has become a global conversationThe real impact of tariffs and “supply chain independence”Why reshoring takes years—not monthsThe shifting role of solar and renewables in today’s environmentHow data centers and AI are driving unprecedented energy demandWhere companies are actually investing right now (and why)This is a grounded, honest look at the challenges—and opportunities—facing the energy industry today. If you’re in energy, infrastructure, or just trying to understand what’s next… this episode is for you.

    27 min
  3. The Hidden Climate Problem in Every Grocery Store (And How to Fix It)

    MAR 31

    The Hidden Climate Problem in Every Grocery Store (And How to Fix It)

    In this episode of Green Disruptors: Scaling the Future, Megan Kjar sits down with Fritz Troller, CEO of Thurm, to discuss one of the most overlooked climate opportunities hiding in plain sight: refrigeration and the food supply chain. Refrigerant gases used in grocery stores and cold storage facilities are among the most powerful greenhouse gases in the world, and small leaks add up to massive climate impact. These “super pollutants” are responsible for a significant portion of near-term global warming — but they’re also one of the fastest problems we can solve. Fritz explains how Thurm works with grocery stores, distributors, and food processors to reduce refrigerant leaks, transition to climate-friendly systems, and use carbon finance to make sustainable upgrades economically viable. The company also helps divert food waste from landfills, reduce methane emissions, and create new revenue streams through carbon markets. This conversation explores the intersection of climate technology, finance, and global supply chains — and why the key to scaling climate solutions is making the right decision both environmentally and economically. Topics covered: Super pollutants and why they matterRefrigeration and climate impactCarbon credits and carbon financeFood waste and methane reductionScaling climate solutions globallyThe business model behind climate tech adoption If you’re interested in climate tech, carbon markets, supply chains, or scalable sustainability solutions, this episode is for you.

    25 min
  4. The $10 Trillion Climate Lever Nobody Is Talking About

    MAR 11

    The $10 Trillion Climate Lever Nobody Is Talking About

    Most people think their climate impact comes from things like driving an EV, installing solar panels, or reducing waste. But what if the biggest climate impact you have is hidden inside your retirement account? In this episode of Green Disruptors: Scaling the Future, Megan Kjar sits down with Ashwin Devnani, CTO and Chief Product Officer of Investiture, to explore one of the most overlooked levers in climate finance. In the United States alone, nearly $10 trillion sits in employer-sponsored retirement accounts like 401(k)s. Most employees set them up once and rarely revisit them — but those investments may be funding industries that contribute heavily to carbon emissions. Ashwin explains how Investiture is helping companies and employees understand the carbon footprint of their investment portfolios, and how simply reallocating a portion of those funds could unlock massive climate impact without sacrificing financial returns. They also discuss: Why retirement investments are often called “zombie money”The hidden climate footprint of 401(k) and 403(b) plansWhy service companies’ largest emissions may come from their investmentsHow companies and employees can influence retirement fund optionsThe opportunity to redirect even 10% of $10 trillion toward climate solutionsThe challenges startups face when disrupting large financial systemsThis conversation highlights an important truth: solving climate change isn’t always about new capital — sometimes it’s about moving the money that already exists. investature.com

    23 min
  5. What Most Companies Still Don’t Understand About EV Charging

    MAR 9

    What Most Companies Still Don’t Understand About EV Charging

    In this episode of Green Disruptors, Megan Kjar sits down with Nick Casas, CEO of Uptime EV Charger, to talk about the realities of EV infrastructure deployment in a changing market. Nick shares how Uptime approaches enterprise EV charging rollouts, why the company focuses on transparency and education, and what it means to truly listen to customer needs instead of pushing one-size-fits-all solutions. He explains why EV deployment is far more complex than many assume, and how long-term thinking, strong execution, and the right team can create growth even during a slower and more uncertain market cycle. Megan and Nick also discuss some of the biggest challenges facing the EV sector right now, including power constraints, adoption bottlenecks, policy uncertainty, and the need for practical innovation. Nick highlights the company’s work around mobile charging, battery-backed systems, and hybrid solutions for businesses that do not own their facilities but still need to electrify operations. The conversation also explores how AI is being used inside the business to improve uptime, remote monitoring, customer communication, and decision-making across teams. And in true Green Disruptors fashion, the episode closes on a more personal note with a conversation about music, family, creativity, and the things that keep founders energized outside of work. This episode is for anyone interested in EV charging, fleet electrification, clean energy infrastructure, AI in operations, and what it takes to build resilient companies in the energy transition.

    27 min
  6. Solving a 100-Year HVAC Problem: How Clean Coils Unlock Massive Energy Savings

    MAR 5

    Solving a 100-Year HVAC Problem: How Clean Coils Unlock Massive Energy Savings

    Buildings account for roughly 40% of global energy consumption and carbon emissions, yet one of the biggest drivers of that energy use remains largely invisible: HVAC systems. In this episode of Green Disruptors: Scaling the Future, host Megan Kjar sits down with Jim Metropoulos, founder of BlueBox Air, to unpack a problem that’s been hiding in plain sight for over a century — biofouling inside HVAC heat transfer coils. Jim shares how a background far outside traditional engineering led to an accidental but powerful breakthrough: a patented, enzyme-based process that cleans and automates HVAC systems from the inside out — without chemicals, shutdowns, or disruption. The result? 30–50% efficiency restoration in fouled systemsDramatically lower energy costs and peak load demandImproved indoor air qualityFast ROI that often pays back in under a yearFrom hospitals and high-rise buildings to data centers powering AI, this conversation reveals why HVAC is the foundation of the modern world — and why solving this one choke point could meaningfully impact global energy use and emissions at scale. This episode isn’t about moral arguments or sustainability buzzwords. It’s about performance, economics, and systems that finally work the way they were supposed to.

    36 min
  7. Why Focus Beats Hustle: Scaling Appadana Energy with Lev Buslovich

    MAR 5

    Why Focus Beats Hustle: Scaling Appadana Energy with Lev Buslovich

    What does it take to scale a clean energy company without losing focus, culture, or profitability? In this episode of Green Disruptors, host Megan Kjar sits down with Lev Buslovich, President of Apadana Energy, to explore leadership lessons behind sustainable growth in clean energy. Lev shares his remarkable personal story—from growing up as a refugee to leading a rapidly scaling energy company—and breaks down the leadership principles that helped Apadana double year over year. Topics include: Why focus is critical for scaling Engineering-driven growth vs. custom chaos Building teams around strengths Systems, process, and leadership in clean energy If you’re a founder, operator, or energy professional thinking about scale, this conversation is for you. 🔔 Subscribe for more conversations with leaders shaping the future of energy.

    36 min
  8. Tribal Autonomy in Renewable Energy

    MAR 5

    Tribal Autonomy in Renewable Energy

    The conversation with Dave Harper delves into the intersection of renewable energy, indigenous sovereignty, and cultural preservation. It highlights the challenges faced by tribal communities in the development of renewable energy projects and the importance of trust, dignity, and collaboration in this space. Dave's vision for Haraav Energy focuses on uplifting tribal communities and promoting sustainable development. Takeaways Renewable energy and indigenous sovereignty can be in partnershipCultural preservation and historical trauma are important aspects of renewable energy projects Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Dave's Background07:06 Collaboration and Funding Challenges27:21 Vision for Haraav Energy

    30 min
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This is Green Disruptors: Scaling the Future—a podcast where we dive into the innovations transforming clean energy and the real business challenges of making sustainability scalable. From breakthrough technology to the tough decisions behind growth, we explore what it takes to build a greener future—at scale.

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  • Creator
    Megan Kjar
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    73
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    © 2025 Megan Kjar