What if the energy systems your business relies on today aren’t as secure or efficient as you think? In this highlight episode, we sit down with Amory Lovins, cofounder of RMI and a pioneer in integrative design, to explore how business leaders can leverage local microgrids, second-life EV batteries, and advanced efficiency strategies to cut costs, improve reliability, and future-proof operations.

Listen in as we break down how smarter design, flexible usage, and modular storage can turn energy from a liability into a competitive advantage. From filling stations running independently of the grid to semiconductor plants saving millions through integrative design, you’ll learn practical approaches to make energy a source of profit rather than risk.

What You’ll Learn in Today’s Episode:

• Local microgrids can reduce energy costs and improve resilience.
• Second-life EV batteries offer modular, profitable energy solutions.
• Flexible energy usage can unlock unused grid capacity.
• Advanced efficiency in design often beats building more supply.
• Strategic upgrades save millions and boost sustainability.
• Practical examples from utilities, factories, and vehicles illustrate these concepts.

Resources in Today's Episode:

• Amory Lovins: RMI
• Gareth Evans: LinkedIn
• Dan Roberts: LinkedIn
• VECKTA: News

You can view a video of the conversation on VECKTA's website here: https://tinyurl.com/3sn284t5

Have you ever wondered how business leaders in clean energy can actually influence policy? Today we're joined by Chris Moyer, who shares his whirlwind journey into the heart of clean energy policy. From standing next to President Obama to navigating major legislation like the Inflation Reduction Act, Chris explains how businesses can use strategic communications to drive meaningful change in energy policy, shape public opinion, and support sustainable growth.

Listen in to learn why policy cannot be ignored, how grassroots advocacy and employee engagement amplify influence, and how companies can build political muscle without matching oil and gas dollar-for-dollar. Chris also dives into state-level initiatives, navigating permitting challenges, and leveraging communications to benefit both businesses and communities.

What You’ll Learn in Today’s Episode:

• How Chris Moyer started in clean energy policy.
• The role of strategic communications in shaping legislation.
• Why ignoring policy can hurt your business.
• How grassroots advocacy impacts decision-makers.
• Building political influence without matching big dollars.
• Navigating state and federal energy policies.
• Lessons from the Inflation Reduction Act.
• How energy security and reliability affect policy strategy.
• Examples of companies successfully influencing clean energy policy.
• Tools and approaches for communicating with elected officials.

Resources in Today's Episode:

• Chris Moyer: LinkedIn
• Echo Communications Advisors: Website | 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/yc2au69d

How is technology rewriting the definition of commercial real estate value? In this highlight episode, we sit down with Lee Jackson, Co-Founder at Bridgeline, to explore how some of the world’s largest property owners are reimagining their portfolios through innovation, energy transformation, and digital infrastructure.

You’ll learn how these shifts are changing the way owners think about revenue, resilience, and sustainability—and what that means for investors and tenants alike. From the evolution beyond traditional leasing models to the rise of onsite energy as a competitive advantage, Lee breaks down how real estate is becoming more connected, intelligent, and essential to community well-being.

What You’ll Learn in Today’s Episode:

• New revenue models beyond traditional leasing.
• ESG and sustainability as core value drivers.
• Smart buildings improving efficiency and experience.
• Onsite energy as a financial and community asset.
• Technology adoption driving modern real estate growth.

Resources in Today's Episode:

• Lee Jackson: 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/nhztpacp