The issue of energy storage in Greece

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FM: True Story Radio 102,8
Producer: Antonis Pougaridis

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As Managing Partner of Wattcrop (hhtps://www.wattcrop.com) I had the pleasure of giving one more full interview on the radio show of Antonis Pougardis on True Story Radio, the only informative radio station in Western Macedonia. We talked extensively about energy issues with extensive reference to the issue of energy storage in Greece.

This YouTube channel has been created out of the need to understand the drivers behind the Energy Transition and the necessity to move towards a sustainable economy. Entrepreneurs, innovation, and startups will be at the forefront being the early adopters, the pioneers, the disruptors… Join us on this Journey!

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From sun to socket: The Rise of Solar Energy

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Written by Riki Argyropoulou, a junior surveyor at Wattcrop.

The world is experiencing a rapid shift towards renewable energy sources due to the increasing demand for energy and the need to address the climate change crisis. Among these sources, solar energy is one of the most promising and rapidly growing forms of renewable energy. In this article, we will discuss the rise of solar energy and its potential to revolutionize the world’s energy systems.

Solar energy is harnessed from the sun using solar panels, which capture sunlight and convert it into electricity. The energy generated by solar panels is known as solar power and can be used for various purposes, including powering homes, businesses, and even entire cities. The use of solar energy has gained popularity over the years due to its numerous benefits, including its environmental friendliness, sustainability, and cost-effectiveness.

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How to boost returns from your Solar PV Assets

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Conference: LARGE SCALE SOLAR SE 2023 | 4-5 JUL 23 | ATHENS
Organisers: SOLAR MEDIA – https://lss.solarenergyevents.com/

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As Managing Partner of Wattcrop (https://www.wattcrop.com) I had the pleasure of moderating a panel of two experts from companies representing different aspects within the renewable energy market. The key discussion topic evolved around strategies on how to boost returns from your Solar PV assets. The discussion focused on three main issues.

A. Effective, and pre-emptive, O&M strategies that are vital in maintaining high revenue from your assets

B. Applied strategies you can use to increase capacity, and thus returns

C. Active Management and Site Montioring technologies you should use.

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Wattcrop’s Vision for Greece by 2050: Proposals and Perspectives

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Conference: Renewable & Storage Forum  | 2-3 NOV 23 | ATHENS

Organisers: Energypress.gr

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As Managing Partner of Wattcrop (hhtps://www.wattcrop.com) I had the pleasure to participate in a panel of experts from companies and organisations representing the energy sector. The panel’s topic was the challenges and prospects in the photovoltaic sector in Greece. We took the opportunity to present Wattcrop’s vision for Greece by 2050 and gave our own proposals to achieve the country’s energy and climate goals.

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Entrepreneurial Insights: Navigating challenges and seizing opportunities in Greece and globally.

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FM: True Story Radio 102,8

Producer: Antonis Pougaridis

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As Managing Partner of Wattcrop (hhtps://www.wattcrop.com) I had the pleasure of giving my second full interview on the radio show of Antonis Pougardis on True Story Radio, the only informative radio station in Western Macedonia. We talked extensively about entrepreneurship, mistakes, and good business practices.

This YouTube channel has been created out of the need to understand the drivers behind the Energy Transition and the necessity to move towards a sustainable economy. Entrepreneurs, innovation and startups will be at the forefront being the early adopters, the pioneers, the disruptors… Join us on this Journey!

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THE PIVOT MINDSET

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The Pivot Mindset

Written by Angelica Morrone, Guest Contributor at Cleantech Geek

According to Eric Ries, who first applied the term pivot to startups in his book “The Lean Startup” a pivot is defined as a change in strategy, without a change in vision. 

A pivot should and does occur when a company shifts its business strategy to accommodate changes in the industry, customer preference, competitive landscape, or any factor that impacts the bottom line.  Pivoting allows a company to translate direct or indirect feedback into a change to the business model. 

The people who know me and have interacted with me professionally know that I am fanatic about testing of all business assumptions and of all aspects of a business model. A pivot will be applied after testing out an approach and receiving feedback. 

When should you pivot?  Pivoting is not a solution to all problems, not a panacea to all shortfalls.  It should be considered when other options have been considered and excluded. 

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How Green Technology Makes the Environment Green

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How Green Technology Makes the Environment Green

Written by Hubert Pablo – Mearth, Guest Contributor at Cleantech Geek

There’s a notion that technology such as machinery and chemical products destroy our environment. After all, most technological advancements either pollute the earth or release harmful gases. 

However, scientists and engineers are making this right by developing green technology. In fact, the green tech market is expected to grow from $8.79 billion in 2019 to $48.36 billion by 2027. That’s a rapid growth of 24.8% in just 8 years. Green technology will seek better and efficient energy and minimise the impact on the environment while enhancing economics and the people’s quality of life.

Green tech may seem like a thing of the future, but it’s already here and many are already accessible to the market such as home solar panels and personal electric scooters. However, how do these technologies affect the environment? Do they truly help the environment? Here are just some of the ways green tech makes the environment greener.

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Cybersecurity in Renewable Energy Assets – A key policy energy asset owners cannot afford to ignore!

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Cybersecurity in Renewable Energy Assets – A key policy energy asset owners cannot afford to ignore!

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We are fortunate that we live in the Renewable Energy Renaissance. The penetration of Renewable Energy Assets is increasing exponentially even with the COVID Restrictions and distributed energy generation will be the new norm.

As we are coming to terms with this new reality, we will need to be aware of the risks associated with managing multiple generating assets. Information and data are key within this environment, as the industry evolves into unsubsidized full merchant mode.

Before we venture deeper into the importance of Cybersecurity, we should perhaps define it. What is Cybersecurity?

“Cyber security refers to technologies, processes and controls that are designed to protect systems, networks, devices and data from attacks and unauthorised access.”

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The importance of being PRUDENT – How small businesses can become resilient in times of crisis.

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Almost a decade ago I wrote an article, titled “How to Survive an economic Recession for Dummies”, when the financial crisis had caught-up with me back in 2009-2010.

At the time I went through a catastrophic failure, as all the ventures I had collapsed, I had to make all my employees redundant and see everything I had worked hard to build over 5 years, collapsing within a period of six months.

So, I started writing more as a self-healing process reflecting my personal lessons from my own failures, rather than anything else. It was then when I took the decision to become an expat and start over, firstly in the Netherlands (didn’t work out…) and then in the UK.

Never in my worst nightmares  would I have expected to live in such a short period of time a second (some say deeper) financial recession, this time due to a global pandemic.

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Inside Cleantech – S2:E1 – An Angel’s Insights, Investing in a Crisis – Interview | Angelica Morrone

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Cleantech Geek – Inside Cleantech Series – Series 2 : Episode 1 – At this series we discuss with experts, senior executives and influencers from the Cleantech and Renewable Energy Industry as well as from the Entrepreneurship and Investment World. Find out about their opinions on the future of Green Entech and Cleantech, get their insights on opportunities & risks, discover the secrets of successful businesses & ventures, learn from their successes and failures.

On this interview, I am discussing with Mrs Angelica Morrone, Fund Manager and Angel Investor in Impactful Ethical Ventures. Angelica, is a co-founder of an asset management company which to date has invested and managed a coumpounded USD 2 billion and over the years she has built a private real estate portfolio worth USD 90 million. She is an active Angel Investor for the last 20 years. Angelica offers a unique insight into the mind of an Angel investor. She gives us her insights on the current unprecedented situation, how the investors are reacting, which industries are considered safe bets for the future and how entrepreneurs and business should react in the situation. Filmed with Zoom in an isolation environment due to COVID-19 pandemic, Angelica and I, are discussing about her journey and her decision to invest in impactful ventures through various platforms like Venture Tinkers, how can startups raise money in a crisis and what are the lessons learned from this profound time in human history.

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