Summary

In this conversation, Adam Saupe hosts Douglas Dagan, Vice President of Strategic Initiatives and Renewable Energy at Suburban Propane. Doug discusses the importance of renewable energy and the role of businesses in the energy transition. He emphasizes the need for an all inclusive approach and the complexity of the renewable energy landscape. Doug highlights Suburban Propane's efforts to bring renewable energy to customers through renewable propane, renewable DME, and biogas. He also provides insights into career opportunities in the renewable energy sector and offers advice for individuals to make a positive impact on climate change.

Takeaways

• The energy transition requires an all-of-the-above approach and the active involvement of existing energy companies.
• Career opportunities in the renewable energy sector include engineering, sales, and leadership roles.
• Individual actions, such as reducing food waste and making sustainable purchasing decisions, can contribute to addressing climate change.
• Businesses and governments play a crucial role in incentivizing and driving the development of renewable energy technologies.

Chapters

00:00Introduction and Background

06:12Outlook for the Energy Transition

12:55Suburban Propane's Renewable Energy Initiatives

25:21Individual Actions to Address Climate Change

30:12Conclusion and Gratitude

About Doug:

Mr. M Douglas Dagan is the Vice President of Strategic Initiatives & Renewable Energy at Suburban Propane. Prior to joining Suburban Propane, Doug spent nearly two decades advising public & private entities on all things Renewable, all aspects of Renewable Energy projects, advocating for environmental & energy policies & supporting climate change initiatives. Doug serves on several boards & with several industry groups including the Board of Directors of Low Carbon Fuel Coalition, the Board of Directors for the Advanced Biofuels Association, and the Executive Committee of the International DME Association. Doug holds his Bachelor's degree in Chemistry & Environmental studies, a double Masters from Yale University (including Environmental Management) & his JD from Vermont Law School.

https://www.linkedin.com/in/dougdagan/

About Suburban Propane:

Suburban Propane is a 95+ year old marketer & distributor of a diverse array of products to meet the energy needs of its customers. These products include propane, heating oil, refined fuels, natural gas, electricity, and of course, the significant work being completed on the renewables side.

www.suburbanpropane.com