#20 Upgrading a Billion Machines with Ari Matusiak, CEO of Rewiring America

The Task Force podcast is back with another episode, just in time for some weekend listening. This was a fun one with Ari Matusiak, CEO of Rewiring America. In the episode, we talk about:* (0:00) Intro, opening quote, entering the ThunDERdome* (2:00) Getting DER pilled with Ari, electrifying classic cars * (8:25) Introducing Rewiring America * (15:11) Electrification and the key narratives that will usher it in * (29:15) Inflation + electrification — balancing near term challenges with long-term progress * (36:56) Ari talks Electrifying for Peace: bolstering American manufacturing, insuring energy security and building a cleaner grid * (44:44) The petrodollar complex, global trade, and America’s geopolitical place through the energy transition * (49:50) What’s driving the disconnect between cheaper renewables and the energy prices consumers face on their bill? * (57:00) Inflation, independence, jobs, resilience: Is the narrative catching on? * ( 1:0015) Energy Czar of America, hottest energy take * (1:03:30) Dope or nope? * (1:05:50) Big shoutsAnd friendly reminder that you can always find us on Spotify, iTunes, or your favorite podcast player. We hope you enjoy! This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.dertaskforce.com/subscribe