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• Potential scenarios if the IRA is altered or repealed.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

What does the future of onsite energy look like, and why are businesses shifting toward decentralized power? In this episode, we break down key insights from a recent workshop with Fortune 500 executives on the transition to grid-interactive buildings. You'll learn why only 3% of U.S. buildings have onsite energy systems, despite these solutions offering unmatched benefits in cost savings, resilience, and sustainability. We also explain the growing role of microgrids, how power disruptions are costing companies millions, and why businesses must take energy planning into their own hands.

Listen in as we explore the financial and strategic challenges businesses face when implementing energy systems, from navigating contractor selection to understanding government incentives. We discuss the risks of waiting for technology improvements, the critical role of energy data in decision-making, and why aligning technology choices with business goals is essential.

What You’ll Learn in Today’s Episode:

• Why decentralized energy is becoming a business necessity.
• How microgrids help businesses stay operational during outages.
• The financial risks of waiting for future energy technologies.
• Key challenges businesses face when implementing onsite energy systems.
• How energy consumption data impacts investment decisions.
• The role of government incentives in funding energy projects.
• Why power disruptions are costing companies millions.
• The importance of aligning energy strategies with business objectives.
• Lessons from real-world case studies on energy implementation.
• The future of grid-interactive buildings and corporate energy independence.

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/22jek7uf

Sustainability isn’t just a corporate buzzword—it’s a critical business strategy. But as companies face increasing pressure from stakeholders, regulators, and the market, how can they effectively balance impact with profitability? In this episode, we sit down with Steve Rochlin and Jeff Senne, co-authors of Sustainability Tension Management: How Companies Can Thrive in the Era of Impact and Backlash, to explore how businesses can navigate the complexities of sustainability while driving real results.

Jeff and Steve break down the shift from “shared value” to “scared value,” the importance of impact measurement, and why sustainability has moved beyond commitment-based initiatives to demand measurable outcomes. You’ll learn about the six sustainability archetypes, how to bridge the gap between strategy and execution, and why managing tensions within sustainability efforts is key to long-term success.

What You’ll Learn in Today’s Episode:

• What sustainability tension management is and why it matters.
• How to bridge the gap between sustainability strategy and execution.
• Why businesses must shift from commitments to measurable impact.
• The six sustainability archetypes and how they shape business approaches.
• The role of tension management in long-term sustainability success.
• How sustainability is evolving from a compliance exercise to a business driver.
• How businesses can align sustainability goals with core business strategy.
• The financial benefits of integrating sustainability into operations.
• Why stakeholder engagement is key to sustainability success.

Resources In Today's Episode:

• Steve Rochlin: Website | LinkedIn
• Jeff Senne: Website | LinkedIn
• Science Based Targets Initiative (SBTi)
• Start with WHY by Simon Sinek
• Trellis
• GZERO World with Ian Bremmer
• Sam Harris
• Cautionary Tales
• Gareth Evans: LinkedIn
• Dan Roberts: LinkedIn
• VECKTA: News

You can view a video of the conversation on VECKTA's website here: https://tinyurl.com/322vbjau