Inside Renewable Energy Will We Find the 'Black Swan' of Energy?

This is a unique time in history for energy inventors and entrepreneurs. As the need for clean, renewable sources of energy becomes more important, investors are looking for unique “Black Swan” technologies that could revolutionize the sector. The trouble is, they're not exactly easy to find or create. In this podcast, we'll talk to a couple inventors who are riding the new wave of innovation and trying to bring their early-stage technologies to scale. We'll also talk with about the need to be realistic in our view of groundbreaking (if not sometimes completely nuts) inventions. David Doty, founder and CEO of Doty Energy, tells us about his production of “WindFuels,” a variety of hydrocarbon fuels made from wind electricity and recycled carbon dioxide. He'll talk about how the fuel is made and how much it will cost to produce. Scott Brusaw, president and CEO of Solar Roadways, talks about why putting solar panels on roads could actually be a good idea. He'll tell us how he first got the idea and why he believes the concept could work on a mass-scale. And Eric Wessoff, an editor and analyst with Greentech Media, describes the fine line that investors and journalists walk when evaluating new technologies. He'll also outline a common mistake that people make when thinking about how to bring new energy technologies to market. Inside Renewable Energy is a weekly audio news program featuring stories and interviews on all the latest developments in the renewable energy industries.