Electricity rates are rising faster than ever, but what does this mean for businesses? In this episode, we break down the shifting economics of onsite energy solutions. With electricity rates surging—especially in states like California—many businesses that previously dismissed onsite energy are now reconsidering their options. We’ll explore why these rates are climbing, the role of investor-owned utilities, and how businesses can take control of their energy costs.

We also discuss the aging U.S. power grid, its reliability challenges, and the policy shifts shaping the future of energy. Listen in to learn the advantages of behind-the-meter solutions like solar, battery storage, and micro gas turbines, along with key government incentives that could make these investments more affordable.

What You’ll Learn in Today’s Episode:

• Why electricity rates have surged in the last four years.
• The key differences between investor-owned and municipal utilities.
• How deferred grid investments are driving up energy costs.
• The risks of an aging power grid and how it impacts reliability.
• How businesses can offset rising costs with onsite energy solutions.
• The financial benefits of solar, battery storage, and micro gas turbines.
• How tax incentives like the Inflation Reduction Act can lower investment costs.
• Why Power Purchase Agreements (PPAs) can stabilize energy expenses.
• Actionable steps businesses can take to future-proof their energy strategy.

Resources In Today's Episode:

• Gareth Evans: LinkedIn
• Dan Roberts: LinkedIn
• VECKTA: News

You can view a video of the conversation on VECKTA's website here: https://tinyurl.com/bdhb346y

Navigating onsite energy investments is no easy task, especially for large corporations with multiple stakeholders and complex financial considerations. In this episode, Felipe Sarubbi, Co-Founder of VECKTA, introduces a game-changing new feature designed to help businesses optimize their energy strategies. Historically, VECKTA has guided companies through early-stage energy decision-making, but a major challenge remains: determining the right timing and financing for these projects. This new strategy module directly addresses that gap, giving companies the tools to deploy projects efficiently while maximizing financial returns.

Listen in as Felipe explains how VECKTA’s optimizer uses advanced modeling to analyze financial variables, such as inflation, tax incentives, cash flow projections, and financing options. By applying the 5W2H framework—why, what, where, when, who, how, and how much—businesses can gain clarity on their energy investments and confidently scale their programs.

What You’ll Learn in Today’s Episode:

• How VECKTA’s new feature optimizes onsite energy investments.
• The key challenges corporations face in financing energy projects.
• How the 5W2H framework simplifies energy decision-making.
• The impact of inflation and tax incentives on energy financing.
• Why stakeholder alignment is crucial for project success.
• How financial modeling improves scalability and ROI.
• The role of cash flow visibility in investment decisions.
• Why comparing current vs. potential investment outcomes is essential.
• How businesses can align energy projects with budget constraints.

Resources In Today's Episode:

• Felipe Sarubbi: LinkedIn
• Gareth Evans: LinkedIn
• Dan Roberts: LinkedIn
• VECKTA: News

You can view a video of the conversation on VECKTA's website here: https://tinyurl.com/2yvrr2z9

What does President Trump’s new executive order mean for the Inflation Reduction Act and the future of onsite energy investment? In this episode, we break down the potential impact of this decision on clean energy incentives, tax credits, and renewable energy projects. We’ll explore how changes to funding could affect investors, businesses, and energy consumers alike.

You'll learn how the Inflation Reduction Act has shaped onsite energy deployment and what could happen if key tax credits are altered or removed. Listen in as we analyze real-world scenarios, discuss the financial implications, and explore strategic adjustments businesses can make to keep their energy investments viable.

What You’ll Learn in Today’s Episode:

• The key provisions of Trump’s new executive order.
• How the Inflation Reduction Act has shaped the clean energy sector.
• What onsite energy investors need to know about tax credits.
• The role of the ITC (Investment Tax Credit) in project financing.
• Potential scenarios if the IRA is altered or repealed.
• How energy system sizes and investments might change.
• The economic impact of tax credit removal on payback periods.
• State-level support and Republican backing for clean energy incentives.
• How businesses can adjust their energy strategies accordingly.
• The broader economic and policy implications of these changes.

Resources In Today's Episode:

• Gareth Evans: LinkedIn
• Dan Roberts: LinkedIn
• VECKTA: News

You can view a video of the conversation on VECKTA's website here: https://tinyurl.com/3cde5f3h