In this podcast, you will hear from Dr. Paul Goering, former VP of Allina Health’s Mental Health and Addictions Services; Kelechi Ubozoh, a mental health consultant, author and advocate; and Dr. Kelly Koerner, CEO of Jaspr Health and Larta Institute alumni company. The following podcast contains sensitive topics that some listeners may find disturbing. Listener discretion is advised.

In Part 2, Dr. Brouwer examines hydrogen and fuel cell global markets/trends, discusses whether existing infrastructure could be used for hydrogen storage and provides policy recommendations for how hydrogen and fuel cell solutions can achieve widespread adoption.

Ideas, Energized Podcast SeriesPresented by Larta Institute Hosted by David Berokoff, Director, Energy Practice, Larta InstituteIn Episode 1, Part 1 Dr. Jack Brouwer, Professor at UC Irvine & Energy System Dynamics Expert joins David Berokoff to discuss existing net-zero carbon technologies, the history of hydrogen and fuel cell technologies, the transition from reliance on fossil fuel-derived hydrogen to more sustainable hydrogen production targets. Themes: energy, carbon technologies, fuel cell technologies, fossil fuels, climate change

Ideas, Energized: Deeper Dive Series Presented by Larta Institute and OCP North America Hosted by Rodger Wasson of Farm to Table Talk Episode 8 of the Deeper Dive features Nicola Kerslake, Founder, Contain, Inc. Nicola Kerslake (https://www.linkedin.com/in/nicolakerslake/), Founder of Contain Inc (https://contain.ag/)., joins Rodger to discuss the innovations and solutions that indoor ag can provide for our food supply chain and farming footprint. She will dive into how Contain was founded and its mission, how indoor ag can support traditional farming, and share the variety of unique spaces that be utilized for indoor farming. Themes: indoor agtech, investment trends, supply chain & farming footprint solutions, robotics, Subthemes: AI, opportunities and insight for innovators

Ideas, Energized: Deeper Dive Series Presented by Larta Institute and OCP North America Hosted by Rodger Wasson of Farm to Table Talk Episode 7 of the Deeper Dive features Anastasia Volkova, CEO, Regrow In this episode, Anastasia Volkova, CEO of Regrow, joins Rodger to discuss scaling data collection -- remote sensing, modeling, and soil sampling - and how collaboratively harnessing these tools could increase scale, quality, and accuracy, helping to create resilient and sustainable agriculture across the supply chain. Learn more about how these tools are used to impact climate change through increasing input efficiency. Themes: Harnessing the power of data. How new technologies are helping combat climate change

Ideas, Energized: Deeper Dive Series Presented by Larta Institute and OCP North AmericaHosted by Rodger Wasson of Farm to Table Talk Episode 6 of Deeper Dive features Kari Hernandez, VP of Carbon Operations at Indigo Ag  In this episode Kari Hernandez, VP of Carbon Operations at Indigo Ag joins Rodger to discuss the challenges and opportunities for farmers looking to get into carbon credits. They discuss the role of innovation and how data collection and digital solutions can help. Themes: carbon sequestration, farmer engagement Sub Themes: ag-tech adoption   *** Deeper Dive is a monthly limited series that will focus on the innovators and issues that are redefining global agriculture. Larta Institute has assisted and transformed over 6,000 early-stage innovations, working with entrepreneurs to help them achieve measurable goals and access specialized expertise through a unique network of industry experts and award-winning commercialization programs.  Larta also hosts the annual Ag Innovation Showcase, bringing together innovators, investors, and industry leaders  to  address today’s most pressing agriculture issues, and to develop tomorrow’s solutions. Learn more by visiting Larta.org (larta.org) or Agshowcase.com (agshowcase.com), and don’t forget to subscribe to Ideas, Energized for updates and new episodes.

Ideas, Energized: Deeper Dive Series Presented by Larta Institute and OCP North AmericaHosted by Rodger Wasson of Farm to Table Talk Episode 5 of Deeper Dive features Danny Royer, CSO of Grower's Insight. In this episode Rodger speaks with Danny Royer of Grower’s Insight to discuss how we can better bridge the gap between farmers and innovators. Themes: Ag-tech adoption, market fit, farmer engagement, bridging the gap between farmers and innovators *** Deeper Dive is a monthly limited series that will focus on the innovators and issues that are redefining global agriculture. Larta Institute has assisted and transformed over 6,000 early-stage innovations, working with entrepreneurs to help them achieve measurable goals and access specialized expertise through a unique network of industry experts and award-winning commercialization programs.  Larta also hosts the annual Ag Innovation Showcase, bringing together innovators, investors, and industry leaders  to  address today’s most pressing agriculture issues, and to develop tomorrow’s solutions. Learn more by visiting Larta.org (larta.org) or Agshowcase.com (agshowcase.com), and don’t forget to subscribe to Ideas, Energized for updates and new episodes.

Ideas, Energized: Deeper Dive Series Presented by Larta Institute and OCP North AmericaHosted by Rodger Wasson of Farm to Table Talk Episode 4 of Deeper Dive features Mitchell Hora, Farmer, Founder/CEO Continuum Ag, Co-Host of Field Work Podcast. Follow him on Twitter: @Continuum_Ag Climate change can be a sensitive and polarizing topic for farmers. In this episode Rodger talks with Mitchell Hora founder of Continuum Ag who has first-hand experience working with farmers on adapting to more sustainable agricultural practices. Through his work Mitchell understands the benefits and challenge that sustainable agriculture presents to farmers. Themes: Climate change, disruptive farming practices, farmer engagement, environmental impact, role of innovation, social impact *** Deeper Dive is a monthly limited series that will focus on the innovators and issues that are redefining global agriculture. Larta Institute has assisted and transformed over 6,000 early-stage innovations, working with entrepreneurs to help them achieve measurable goals and access specialized expertise through a unique network of industry experts and award-winning commercialization programs.  Larta also hosts the annual Ag Innovation Showcase, bringing together innovators, investors,

Ideas, Energized: Deeper Dive Series Presented by Larta and OCP North AmericaHosted by Rodger Wasson of Farm to Table Talk Episode 3 of Deeper Dive features

Ideas, Energized: Deeper Dive Series Presented by Larta and OCP North AmericaHosted by Rodger Wasson of Farm to Table Talk Episode 2 of Deeper Dive features Han Chen, CEO of ZeaKal (www.zeakal.com), a plant traits innovator developing technologies that have been proven to increase carbon capture, improve nutrient use efficiency, elevate protein, and promote higher levels of healthier oils across several crops. To make  agriculture more responsive to the  needs of the future, we must produce more affordable, nutritious food in a sustainable way. Han Chen will discuss how agriculture can sustain productivity while enhancing nutrient density and nutrient use efficiency through improved photosynthesis. Themes: Sustainable agriculture, nutrient density, carbon capture, supply chain, social impact, rural development Deeper Dive is a monthly limited series that will focus on the innovators and issues that are redefining global agriculture. Larta Institute has assisted and transformed over 10,000 early-stage innovations, working with entrepreneurs to help them achieve measurable goals and access specialized expertise through a unique network of industry experts and award-winning commercialization programs.  Larta also hosts the annual Ag Innovation Showcase, bringing together innovators, investors, and industry leaders  to  address today’s most pressing agriculture issues, and to develop tomorrow’s solutions. Learn more by visiting Larta.org or Agshowcase.com, and don’t forget to subscribe to Ideas, Energized for updates and new episodes.