EP94: Transforming waterways into 24/7 renewable energy sources - Emrgy
Background
Over the last decade, we’ve seen solar and wind power become cheaper and more widespread. Meanwhile, hydropower has remained underutilized in large part due to long permitting processes, expensive build-outs, and a reliance on civil construction.
Solution
Enter Emrgy - the startup changing this with its small, modular, distributed hydropower installations, which can be installed without the red tape and civil construction.
Episode Brief
Emrgy’s Founder and CEO Emily Morris joins Peter on this week’s episode to discuss:
The major obstacles holding back the growth of hydropower
Prototyping the first Emrgy turbines
Delivering reliable power without the need for construction or dams
Securing millions of dollars from the U.S. Dept of Energy
What types of waterways are a good fit for Emrgy
Adjacent markets the company is exploring
Credits
HOST
Peter Levin
PRODUCTION
Dan Mahoney
MUSIC
Eddie Knuckles