Watts Up Renewables

In this episode of Watt’s Up Renewables, we sit down with Dave J Reece, Founder of BHive Live, a platform built to change the way renewable energy technicians connect with opportunity.

After spending decades in the wind industry, Dave has seen firsthand the challenges technicians face when trying to showcase their skills, track their experience, and connect with the right companies. He’s also seen companies struggle to cut through the noise to find qualified, reliable techs who truly fit their operational needs.

That’s where BHive Live comes in.

Designed specifically for renewable energy technicians, BHive Live allows techs to build detailed professional profiles that highlight certifications, experience, and specialized skills — making it easier than ever to get discovered. For employers, it creates a streamlined way to search, filter, and identify the right technician for the job without relying solely on outdated hiring methods or word-of-mouth.

In this conversation, we dive into:

⚡ Dave’s early start in wind and the evolution of his career
⚡ How the hiring landscape in renewables has changed
⚡ The biggest gaps between technicians and employers
⚡ Why technicians deserve a platform built specifically for them
⚡ The long-term vision behind BHive Live

This episode is about ownership, visibility, and the future of workforce development in renewable energy.

If you’re a wind tech, hiring manager, or anyone who cares about building a stronger renewable workforce, this conversation is for you.

Tune in and join the movement. 🌎⚡

When it comes to remote operations centers, David Grant is the guy. In this episode, we sit down with David, co-founder of Flagstone ROC, a remote operations center based out of Tehachapi, to break down what it really takes to monitor, secure, and optimize renewable assets at scale. If you’ve ever wondered how modern ROCs actually work behind the scenes, this conversation sets the bar. 🔐⚡

We dig into how security protocols used to look versus how they operate today—and why that evolution matters as renewables become more connected and data-heavy. David shares insights on the growing complexity of asset monitoring and how the industry has shifted toward more proactive, intelligence-driven operations instead of reactive problem solving.

Data takes center stage as we compare wind, solar, and battery storage. Which technology generates the most data points? And what does that volume mean for real-time decision-making and system reliability? The answers highlight why remote operations centers are quickly becoming mission-critical across the energy landscape. 📊🌬️☀️🔋

We also cover the origin story—how Adam and David met, recognized a gap in the industry, and decided to build Flagstone ROC from the ground up. Add in a few candid stories, plenty of industry insight, and some forward-looking perspective, and this episode delivers a professional, informative, and genuinely fun look at where renewable operations have been—and where they’re headed next. 🎙️🚀

Kasper shares his journey from the Danish military into instructing the next generation of wind technicians—and why those two worlds naturally go hand in hand. From discipline and preparation to accountability and mindset, he explains how real-world experience shapes better training outcomes.

We dive into why it’s critical for instructors to truly understand what it takes to service a turbine, not just teach from a book. Kasper talks about demystifying the wind turbine—why it shouldn’t be feared, but absolutely must be respected—and why, as an instructor, there’s no room for “off days” when others are depending on your guidance.

This episode offers a unique international perspective on wind training and safety culture. While our environments and countries may differ, the passion for doing the job right, protecting technicians, and elevating the industry is universal. Conversations like this remind us why crossing borders to share stories matters.

⚡ Tune in for a grounded, honest discussion on leadership, training with integrity, and building confident technicians—no matter where in the world you climb.

In this episode, we sit down in the Truckffice while on an active wind energy jobsite in Nebraska with Ross Bohmann of Altair Energy Services. With turbine blades actively being set, the conversation captures a real-time perspective from the field.

Ross shares an update on where Altair Energy Services is today and what has fueled the company’s continued growth. We dig into the operational philosophies and workflows that truly sets Altair apart—how their teams execute on site, make decisions in real time, and maintain consistency at scale.

The discussion also turns inward as we talk about the podcast itself, its evolving direction, and the importance of recording conversations directly from the environments where the work is happening. This episode offers a grounded look at leadership, operations, and storytelling within the renewable energy industry—straight from the jobsite, without the studio filter.

In this episode, we sit down with Phil Horwitch, co-founder of AMH Holdings, to break down what it really takes to move utility-scale renewable projects from concept to construction—efficiently and intelligently.

Phil’s mission is clear: help renewable energy developers and EPCs accelerate project success by balancing deep technical expertise with cost-efficiency and real-world field experience. 💡⚡️

🔍 In this conversation, we cover:

Phil’s engineering and leadership approach

What truly sets AMH Holdings apart from traditional engineering firms

Common bottlenecks in utility-scale solar design and permitting

How to simplify complex engineering and regulatory processes without cutting corners

Practical insights that save time, money, and frustration on large-scale projects

Whether you’re a developer, EPC, engineer, or renewable professional looking to streamline projects and reduce risk, this episode delivers real-world insight from someone who’s been in the field and understands the full lifecycle of utility-scale renewables.

🎧 Tune in and learn how smarter engineering leads to stronger, faster renewable energy projects.