Episode 131: Liz Allan and Dougie Blair - Unlocking the Potential of Microgrids and Solar Power

We love hearing from you! After listening to an episode, if you’d like to share a comment or ask a question, just click here to send us your message.Episode 131: Liz Allan and Dougie Blair - Unlocking the Potential of Microgrids and Solar Power. Liz Allan speaks to Dougie Blair, Director at Beyond Innovation, to explore the evolving landscape of energy systems, electric vehicle (EV) charging, and microgrid technology. Dougie shares insights from his extensive career in renewable energy innovation, including his work on small-scale wind turbines, hydro turbines, and off-grid energy solutions. They delve into the challenges faced by EV drivers, the role of vehicle-to-load (V2L) technology, and why net metering and peer-to-peer energy trading could revolutionise the UK’s energy market. This episode is a must-listen for anyone interested in sustainable energy solutions, EV infrastructure, and how businesses can take control of their energy costs.Dougie Blair Bio:Dougie Blair is the Director of Beyond Innovation, a consultancy specialising in renewable energy solutions, microgrid technology, and electric vehicle charging strategies. With a product design and engineering background, Dougie has developed over 200 products for the renewable sector, the military, and outdoor enthusiasts. His expertise spans wind and hydropower, battery storage, and smart energy solutions. Passionate about driving sustainable change, Dougie works with businesses to optimise their energy consumption, reduce reliance on the grid, and integrate EV charging into holistic energy systems. Through Beyond Innovation, he is leading the charge in helping organisations transition towards a more resilient and self-sufficient energy future.Quote of the Episode:“If we want to encourage people to switch to electric vehicles, the charging experience has to be seamless. Right now, it’s not. That needs to change.” – Dougie Blair.Dougie Blair Links: Website: https://www.beyondinnovation.co.ukLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dougie-blair-051900182Episode Keywords:Microgrids, renewables industry, electric vehicle charging, battery management system, vehicle-to-load capability, peer-to-peer energy trading, net metering, solar PV, grid connection, energy consultantEpisode Hashtags:Renewable energy, EV charging, Energy efficiencySelf-sufficiency, Vehicle to load, Peer-to-peer energy tradinSupport the showIf you enjoyed this episode of Electric Evolution, please take a moment to leave us a review on your favourite podcast platform. Your feedback helps us improve and enables more people to discover valuable insights from our amazing guests.Click the link below to find out how to add a review on Apple or Spotify https://bit.ly/4dtiMJK The Electric Evolution Podcast is proudly produced by Podforge, helping purpose-driven voices be heard. Links for Full Circle CI:Visit our website: https://fullcircleci.co.uk/podcasts Electric Evolution LinkedIn Page: https://www.linkedin.com/company/electric-evolution-podcast Support our podcast here: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/electricevolutionpodcast

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