unlocking geothermal energy‘s potential with karl farrow | conversations in cleantech | season two, episode four

in this episode of conversations in cleantech, we’re joined by karl farrow, ceo of ceraphi energy.   ceraphi is on a mission to deliver an impactful change to carbon reduction, providing a decarbonising baseload 1-2-1 energy transition solution. to do this, ceraphi are actively counting down to net-zero 2050 and measuring the contribution their innovative technology solution and strategic approach are having on the so-called race to net-zero.   founder and ceo karl has a wealth of understanding of the international energy sector - an entrepreneur and innovator with more than 30 years of experience, karl gained the majority of his knowledge in oil and gas production. however, he came to the realisation that by tapping into his expertise and applying the logic for drilling for oil and gas to geothermal, he could help unlock the potential of the world's cheapest, cleanest and most efficient baseload 24/7 energy.   in this conversation in cleantech, karl discusses taking a different approach to geothermal energy, CeraPhi’s mandate on the Paris Agreement 2050 and why the "race" to net zero is a myth, the importance of having a big goal to make an impact- plus much, much more. hosted by jenny gladman, director at brightsmith group, this episode of conversations in cleantech is an insightful discussion on geothermal energy and the wider renewables space, with a guest who is not afraid to speak his mind and values actions over words.   timestamped guide: 00:49 - introduction to karl 01:23 - geothermal 101 05:35 - can you give us some insights into the turns your career has taken? 08:43 - why did you land on geothermal? 11:33 - what is the longer-term mission of ceraphi? 15:20 - the energy transition 17:58 - what has your experience of collaboration in this industry been? 21:53 - what have some of the ups and downs on the roller coaster of the start-up been? 25:17 - who are the people who have inspired you along your journey? 29:49 - what do you see in the next 5-10 years for geothermal? 32:25 - what would your final message be to our listeners?   connect with your host, jenny gladman, on linkedin. find your guest, karl farrow on linkedin. thanks for listening to conversations in cleantech, brought to you by brightsmith. This podcast is a Loaded Hype production.