Scott Wharton, CEO of Tandem PV, joins Green Disrupters to share how his team is reinventing solar energy with a breakthrough material called perovskite.

Tandem PV’s ultra-thin, high-efficiency panels use 90% less energy to produce and deliver 30% more power—while being built right here in the U.S.

In this episode, Scott explains:

• Why solar is already winning on cost

• Why perovskites could power 90% of panels by 2040

• The real obstacles to U.S. energy independence

• Why utility-scale solar—not rooftops—is the real game-changer

Plus, hear how this serial entrepreneur scaled tech companies to IPO, backpacked around the world with his family, and is now tackling one of the biggest climate problems head-on.

Learn more about Tandem PV at tandempv.com

What if toxic mining waste could actually boost profits and protect the planet? In this episode of Green Disruptors, Megan talks with Ross Orr, President and CEO of Bactech Environmental, about a radical shift in mining sustainability. Using bioleaching—aka "bugs eating rocks"—Bactech transforms dangerous tailings into valuable metals while neutralizing arsenic and partnering with communities to build local economic resilience.

Ross shares how this game-changing tech is scaling in Ecuador, why financial literacy matters in ESG work, and what’s holding back broader adoption in the mining world. If you’ve ever wondered what it takes to turn a legacy liability into a profitable, regenerative business model—this one’s for you.

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In this episode, Megan sits down with clean tech veteran Daniel Dus to explore how his platform is transforming the way renewable energy projects are managed and deployed. From system engineering to legal consulting and project delivery, Daniel's team offers a fully integrated solution that prioritizes radical transparency, operational flexibility, and client trust. They discuss:

• Communication mistakes and how to fix them

• Giving clients access to internal tools like CRMs

• The financial future of solar and the 2028 ITC cliff

• Why clean energy is no longer “alternative,” but essential

• Whether you're in energy, construction, or any service-driven industry, Daniel’s insights will reshape how you think about service, scale, and strategy.

What if climate impact didn’t require behavior change — just better building practices?

In this episode of Green Disruptors, Megan sits down with Ross MacPherson of AeroSeal to talk about the power of air sealing. From ductwork to entire building envelopes, AeroSeal’s technology is transforming energy efficiency in both residential and commercial construction.

Ross shares how the company is scaling across 90+ countries, why energy codes are the biggest marketing lever no one talks about, and how AeroSeal’s “gigacorn” ambition (yep, that’s a billion tons of CO₂ reduced per year) is surprisingly achievable. Builders save money. Occupants gain comfort. And emissions go down — all without needing anyone to remember their reusable grocery bags.

From Basement Startup to Solar Powerhouse: Exactus Energy’s Path to Resilience

In this episode, Megan sits down with Eddie Obeliunas, co-founder and CEO of Exactus Energy, a professional services firm supporting solar projects across North America.

Eddie shares the story of how Exactus grew from two guys in a basement to a 120-person team—without outside funding. He opens up about navigating policy swings, diversifying beyond solar, and what it really takes to build a future-proof business in renewables. A must-listen for anyone in solar, engineering, or clean energy entrepreneurship.

In this episode of Green Disruptors, host Megan Kjar talks with Ravi Kiran Polepeddi, co-founder of Sustainium, a sustainability platform helping businesses take control of their carbon footprint—without the complexity.

Ravi shares how his childhood in India inspired a lifelong passion for environmental stewardship, leading to the creation of Sustainium. Together, they explore:

• Why carbon accounting is the "diagnosis" step every business needs

• How AI can eliminate human error, automate ESG reporting, and educate teams company-wide

• Why "compliance" shouldn't be the goal—and how smart emissions tracking reduces costs, attracts investors, and builds better brands

Whether you’re a global manufacturer or a growing startup, this episode is your guide to turning emissions data into meaningful action.

In this episode of Green Disruptors: Scaling the Future, Megan Kjar sits down with Nicholas Rohleder, co-founder of Climate Commodities, to explore how his team is transforming hazardous waste into critical inputs for the steel, semiconductor, and ceramics industries.

Nicholas breaks down his company’s unique "barbell" model—balancing greenfield project development with brownfield acquisitions—and shares how they’re bringing an insurance-linked approach to derisk climate infrastructure.

We also dive into the hidden challenges of feedstock quality, the fragility of capital markets, and how regulatory volatility is shaping the next wave of climate innovation.

Whether you’re a climate investor, founder, or policymaker—this conversation offers a rare window into the frontier of resource recovery and the structural innovation happening behind the scenes.

In this episode of Green Disruptors: Scaling the Future, Megan Kjar sits down with Will Glazener, co-founder of Terralytiq, to explore the critical—and often overlooked—pathway to supply-chain decarbonization. Will shares how his experience leading McKinsey’s decarbonization practice inspired him to build a software platform that empowers the world’s largest manufacturers to reduce upstream emissions.

You’ll learn why Terralytiq flips the traditional “measure first” mindset on its head, focusing instead on targeted emissions reduction at the biggest hotspots—such as aluminum smelters—before tracking results. We also dive into the business case for sustainability, from long-term renewable electricity gains to near-term cost parity, and how collaborative demand signals can unlock transformative change across global supply chains. Tune in for actionable insights on driving decarbonization at speed and scale.