Renewable Rides
Renewable Rides is the guide to the corporate energy transition. Featuring interviews with industry experts and business leaders, Renewable Rides aims to help companies tackle challenges and maximize opportunities in the pursuit of a resilient, profitable, and thriving energy future. Hosts Gareth Evans and Dan Roberts, founders of VECKTA, shed light on the energy transition and the benefits it presents for company brand, operations and resilience.
Renewable Rides
Ep 113: Gareth Evans on his Book and Why the Cost of Waiting on Onsite Energy Has Never Been Higher
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What happens when energy stops being something businesses can take for granted? In this episode, we discuss the launch of Gareth’s new book, Powering Profits. Gareth explains why businesses are entering a completely new energy paradigm where rising costs, grid instability, and operational risk are forcing leaders to rethink how they power their companies. You’ll learn why onsite energy is no longer just about sustainability, but about profitability, resilience, competitive advantage, and long-term business survival.
Listen in as Gareth shares the personal experiences that shaped his perspective on energy security, the biggest misconceptions holding businesses back, and practical strategies companies can use to reduce costs, protect operations, and gain greater control over their energy future. From financial models and real-world case studies to organizational resistance and leadership mindset shifts, this conversation breaks down how businesses of any size can start taking action today.
What You’ll Learn in Today’s Episode:
- Why energy has become a major business risk.
- How rising energy costs impact profitability.
- The biggest myths businesses believe about energy.
- Why doing nothing can cost companies millions.
- How onsite energy improves operational resilience.
- The financial models behind renewable energy projects.
- How businesses can align internal stakeholders.
- Why mindset is the biggest barrier to action.
- Real examples of companies succeeding with renewables.
- How leaders can create a long-term competitive advantage.
Resources in Today's Episode:
- Powering Profits by Gareth Evans
- Gareth Evans: LinkedIn
- Dan Roberts: LinkedIn
- VECKTA: News
You can view a video of the conversation on VECKTA's website here: https://tinyurl.com/6wa9s8c5