Renewable Energy Podcast

Ogami Station

Ogami Station is a podcast created by RatedPower to bring renewable energy closer to everyone, to disseminate knowledge, and give insights into how to grow their personal and professional skills and businesses in the matter. Twice a month, a renewable energy-related topic will be discussed—following an interview style—with a guest that's a specialist in the matter.

Latest episodes

(S5E10) Why floating solar could be the next big leap in renewables

Floating solar is already transforming the renewable energy landscape.

In this episode, we explore how floating PV works, why bifacial modules play a key role, and the main advantages. We also unpack the technical and market challenges, highlight major projects already in operation, and examine the vast untapped potential on reservoirs worldwide.

If you’re interested in how solar can expand without using land and where floating PV is headed in the next decade, this episode is a must-listen.

(S5E9) Why talent shortages could slow the energy transition
In this episode, we dig into one of the most overlooked challenges in the clean‑energy transition: the growing gap between the speed of solar expansion and the people needed to power it. You’ll uncover the forces driving this talent crunch and why it matters more than most think.

We’ll also explore what companies, teams, and future professionals can do to stay ahead — from smarter training to better talent strategies and tools that maximize impact. A sharp look at the human side of the solar revolution.
(S5E8) Keeping the lights on: strategies for balancing sun, wind & demand

Discover how modern energy grids tackle the unpredictability of solar and wind power. Join Angie and Pascale as they break down the science, technology, and strategies that keep our lights on, featuring real-world examples from California, Germany, and Australia.

Perfect for anyone curious about the future of clean energy and grid innovation.

(S5E7) Solar, storage & strategy: navigating Germany’s renewable revolution
What happens when solar power surges and the grid can’t keep up? Host Angie and RatedPower’s Guillermo Caballero break down Germany’s Solar Peak Act, why negative electricity prices are making headlines, and how storage is now the name of the game.

Get the essentials on new policies, big funding, and what developers need to know to stay ahead in Europe’s hottest renewables market.
(S5E5) Australia’s battery boom: lessons from a global leader
Explore Australia’s Battery Storage Boom on Ogami Station!
Angie sits down with Laura Rodriguez, RatedPower’s Territory Manager and former podcast host, to unpack why Australia leads the global energy storage revolution. Learn how arbitrage is reshaping project design and revenue models, plus practical tips for developers and investors.

Get real-world examples, market insights, and a glimpse of what’s next for grid flexibility and battery innovation—only on Ogami Station.
(S5E4) Too much sun, not enough grid: Iberia’s solar dilemma
Join host Angie and guest José Alcalde from RatedPower as they unpack the solar energy boom in Spain and Portugal—and the grid challenges that come with it. Discover why grid bottlenecks are slowing progress, how the April 2025 Iberian blackout exposed vulnerabilities, and what solutions like battery storage, hybrid plants, and energy communities could mean for the future.

Perfect for anyone interested in renewables, grid infrastructure, or the Iberian market.

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