Energy Tech Startups

Resollant is shaking up hydrogen production with a twist that sounds almost too good to be true, turning natural gas into hydrogen and graphite, without the need for air permits or government handouts. Emily Avagliano, the founder behind the idea, walks us through how her turquoise hydrogen reactors not only cut costs but also capture carbon as a solid product you can actually sell. That means less CO2 floating around and more opportunities for industries to profit while cleaning things up. Jason and Nada dig into what this could mean for oil, gas, and other sectors trying to figure out decarbonization without slowing down their business. It’s a look at how one startup might just rewrite the playbook for clean energy. Click here to watch a video of this episode. [https://app.collide.io/content/RqNQHSZ] Join the conversation shaping the future of energy. Collide is the community where oil & gas professionals connect, share insights, and solve real-world problems together. No noise. No fluff. Just the discussions that move our industry forward. Apply today at collide.io [http://collide.io/] Click here to view the episode transcript. [https://share.transistor.fm/s/23b5a091/transcript] 00:00 - Ad: Energy Tech Nexus - Connect with fellow founders and access critical resources 00:16 - Emily Avagliano, CEO of Resolent 00:45 - Overview of Resolent 05:01 - Understanding Entrained Flow Reactors 08:52 - Introduction to Turquoise Hydrogen 11:27 - Ideal Clients for the Resilient Reactor 14:53 - Development of the Resilient Reactor 19:15 - Involvement with Resilient Energy Systems 22:28 - Starting a Company in Energy Tech 24:10 - Corporate Partnerships and Expectations 28:58 - Joining Accelerators: Key Learnings 31:00 - Insights on EnergyTech Nexus 35:54 - Overview of Rice Clean Energy Accelerator 38:20 - Embracing the CEO Role in Startups 39:50 - Qualities of an Effective CEO 42:49 - Importance of Sales Skills 45:00 - Emotional Management for CEOs 48:51 - Learning from Customer Feedback 49:05 - Future Outlook for Energy Tech 52:26 - Emily's Vision for the Next 10 Years 54:03 - Contact Information for Emily 55:13 - Acknowledgments and Thank You's https://twitter.com/collide_io https://www.tiktok.com/@collide.io https://www.facebook.com/collide.io https://www.instagram.com/collide.io https://www.youtube.com/@collide_io https://bsky.app/profile/digitalwildcatters.bsky.social https://www.linkedin.com/company/collide-digital-wildcatters

Turning CO₂ into carbon fiber sounds like science fiction, but Aaron Fitzgerald and the crew at Mars Materials are making it happen. Their process creates carbon-negative acrylonitrile, the stuff that goes into everything from sleek carbon fiber to water filters and high-tech textiles and they’re doing it with big-name partners like NREL and Shell. Aaron talks about reshoring carbon fiber production to the U.S., cutting carbon from supply chains, and what it takes to build a climate-driven company from the ground up. It’s a mix of chemistry, entrepreneurship, and a clear vision for a more sustainable future. Click here to watch a video of this episode. [https://app.collide.io/content/vKSd35h] Join the conversation shaping the future of energy. Collide is the community where oil & gas professionals connect, share insights, and solve real-world problems together. No noise. No fluff. Just the discussions that move our industry forward. Apply today at collide.io [http://collide.io/] Click here to view the episode transcript. [https://share.transistor.fm/s/606c63ff/transcript] 00:00 - Energy Tech Nexus 00:17 - Intro to Mars Materials 03:48 - Aaron’s Background in Energy 08:11 - Overview of Kairos Aerospace 10:46 - Understanding Acrylonitrile 14:33 - Acrylonitrile Production Process 17:29 - The Sohio Process Explained 22:04 - National Renewable Energy Laboratory (NREL) 24:40 - Tech Transfer from National Labs 27:39 - Finding the Right Technology 29:26 - Carbon180 Overview 30:35 - Collaborating with Lawrence Livermore Lab 32:19 - EnergyTechNexus Insights 33:56 - LabStart Initiatives 35:37 - Request for Information (RFI) Explained 38:36 - Building a Business Deliberately 41:15 - Mars Materials Today and Future 48:30 - Fundraising Strategies 52:40 - What's Next for Mars Materials 54:45 - Erin's Shell Partnership Journey 57:16 - Shell's Support for Erin 1:00:11 - Wrapping Up and Final Thoughts 1:03:44 - How to Help Mars Materials 1:06:20 - Outro https://twitter.com/collide_io https://www.tiktok.com/@collide.io https://www.facebook.com/collide.io https://www.instagram.com/collide.io https://www.youtube.com/@collide_io https://bsky.app/profile/digitalwildcatters.bsky.social https://www.linkedin.com/company/collide-digital-wildcatters

Innovation doesn’t have to be slow or siloed and Xerathis is out to prove it. Rekha Patel walks us through how her platform is breaking down barriers between teams, helping everyone from scrappy startups to NASA-level giants turn their ideas into real, working solutions. It’s part hackathon engine, part crowdsourcing hub, and all about making collaboration easy, fast, and actually fun. If you’re building, leading, or dreaming something big, this one’s for you. Click here to watch a video of this episode. [https://app.collide.io/content/HT3s12A] Join the conversation shaping the future of energy. Collide is the community where oil & gas professionals connect, share insights, and solve real-world problems together. No noise. No fluff. Just the discussions that move our industry forward. Apply today at collide.io [http://collide.io/] Click here to view the episode transcript. [https://share.transistor.fm/s/4d034abf/transcript] 00:00 - Intro 00:25 - Rekha Patel, Founder & CEO of Xerathis 03:42 - Rekha’s Career Journey: Geologist to Tech Entrepreneur 11:28 - CEO Role Decision: Insights and Reflections 19:20 - Understanding the Ideal Customer Profile 23:23 - User Interaction on the Platform: A Deep Dive 26:24 - Finding Advisors: Strategies for Success 29:01 - Energy Tech Nexus 35:05 - Meeting Pradeep: Networking in Tech 37:05 - Pricing Strategy for Tech Products 40:10 - Advice to My Past Self: Lessons Learned 46:54 - Guidance for Mid-Career Professionals 51:48 - Co-Founder Search: Tips and Tricks 56:19 - Future of Xerathis: Vision and Goals 1:00:24 - The Meaning Behind the Name Xerathis 1:03:10 - How to Find Rekha: Contact Information 1:03:19 - Connect with Rekha on LinkedIn: Networking Tips https://twitter.com/collide_io https://www.tiktok.com/@collide.io https://www.facebook.com/collide.io https://www.instagram.com/collide.io https://www.youtube.com/@collide_io https://bsky.app/profile/digitalwildcatters.bsky.social https://www.linkedin.com/company/collide-digital-wildcatters

What happens when old-school oilfields meet new-school tech? You get something like Spindletop AI, think machine learning and edge computing tailored for mid-sized operators trying to squeeze more out of every drop. Ian’s built a platform that helps producers ditch the spreadsheets and start making smarter, faster decisions right in the field. We talk about managing marginal wells, building hardware on a budget, and how he’s helping folks bump production by double digits. There’s also a great origin story behind the name Spindletop, plus some real talk on what it takes to launch a startup in the energy world without losing your mind (or your budget). Join the conversation shaping the future of energy. Collide is the community where oil & gas professionals connect, share insights, and solve real-world problems together. No noise. No fluff. Just the discussions that move our industry forward. Apply today at collide.io [http://collide.io/] Click here to watch a video of this episode. [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XGVkW8xYVY8] Click here to view the episode transcript. [https://share.transistor.fm/s/b5a367c1/transcript] 00:00 - Energy Tech Nexus 00:16 - Intro to Ian Uriarte 05:40 - Lifecycle of an Oil Well 12:19 - TimberGrove vs Spindletop 17:29 - Spindletop's Innovations 19:14 - Spindletop Network Functionality 25:42 - Spindletop's Current Journey 34:00 - Insights from the Pilot Program 34:42 - Achieving 17% Improvement 40:18 - Fundraising Journey Overview 47:15 - Motivations Behind Spindletop 50:48 - Current Opportunities for Spindletop 51:39 - Audience Support for Spindletop 53:34 - Learning More About Spindletop https://www.instagram.com/digitalwildcatters https://www.tiktok.com/@digitalwildcatters https://www.facebook.com/digitalwildcatters https://www.linkedin.com/company/digitalwildcatters https://twitter.com/DWildcatters https://www.youtube.com/@digitalwildcatters

Corrosion isn’t just rusty metal, it's a billion-dollar buzzkill that sneaks into everything from oil rigs to your local water plant. Luckily, we've got someone who’s flipping the script on this hidden villain using some seriously clever tech. He's developed tools that sniff out microbial corrosion right at the source, helping companies slash costs, stay safe, and shrink their carbon footprint. We chat about how sneaky microbes cause chaos in pipelines, biodiesel tanks, and even HVAC systems—and why those old-school detection methods just don't cut it anymore. Plus, hear his story from PhD researcher to startup founder, building a mission-driven company that's shaking up industries for the better. Join the conversation shaping the future of energy. Collide is the community where oil & gas professionals connect, share insights, and solve real-world problems together. No noise. No fluff. Just the discussions that move our industry forward. Apply today at collide.io [http://collide.io/] Click here to watch a video of this episode. [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=G5r7d2lCFR0] Click here to view the episode transcript. [https://share.transistor.fm/s/9d52e7b1/transcript] 00:00 - Energy Tech Startups Overview 00:24 - What Does CORROLYTICS Do? 05:05 - Types of Corrosion Explained 08:17 - Corrosion Mitigation Strategies 14:05 - Early Traction & Customer Use Cases 18:15 - Journey into Entrepreneurship 23:35 - Academia to Entrepreneurship Transition 26:38 - Leading the Decarbonization Charge 28:49 - Moments of CEO Leadership 37:37 - Advice for Your Younger Self 38:00 - Building Relationships with Stakeholders 39:30 - Raising Your First Million 41:16 - Anwar’s Fundraising Journey 45:18 - External Factors in Fundraising 48:20 - Fundraising in the Energy Sector 50:40 - Impact Metrics & Carbon Abatement 52:30 - Contacting Anwar  https://www.instagram.com/digitalwildcatters https://www.tiktok.com/@digitalwildcatters https://www.facebook.com/digitalwildcatters https://www.linkedin.com/company/digitalwildcatters https://twitter.com/DWildcatters https://www.youtube.com/@digitalwildcatters