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Do you know what happens when you flip a light switch? How many people, dollars, and computers are involved to charge your smartphone? Do you understand the policy implications, political landmines, and local issues as we transition to clean energy?

We’re here to answer those questions and more on KNOW POWER.

Hosted by agnostic but informed industry experts Noha Sidhom and Michael Borgatti, Know Power is all about demystifying the entire energy industry, getting you involved in the discussion, and empowering you with knowledge to make an intelligent choice today and in the future.

Learn more and subscribe today at knowpowershow.com.


Noha Sidhom is a lawyer turned entrepreneur with a passion for advocacy and competition in the electricity markets. Noha started her career at FERC, went on to be General Counsel of a proprietary trading firm before launching her own hedge fund aimed at providing liquidity and competition to ultimately benefit consumers. Noha also runs a trade association that advocates for open, fair, transparent and competitive power markets.

Mike Borgatti serves as Vice President of Regulatory Affairs at Gabel Associates, an energy and utility consultancy. He leads a team of diverse industry experts who assist some of the world's largest energy companies and consumers in navigating the complex and ever-changing energy landscape. Gabel Associates' clientele includes offshore wind developers, institutional investors, energy traders, and coal plant operators, spanning every sector of the energy industry. With extensive experience across the industry, Mike and team approach problems from multiple perspectives, and Know Power aims to share this knowledge with a wide-ranging audience.

Recent Episodes

The Price of Power: Thomas Meric on Policy, Investment, and Infrastructure
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Sept. 17, 2025

The Price of Power: Thomas Meric on Policy, Investment, and Infrastructure

In this episode of Know Power , hosts Noha and Mike are joined by energy finance expert Thomas Meric, formerly of Janney Montgomery. They explore how political pressure, regulatory constraints, and supply chain issues are shaping power markets, new builds, and nuclear deployment. Thomas explains the capital hurdles in energy investment, shares his view on the role of RTOs, and examines the challenges with labor, permitting, and project financing. The conversation highlights the shifting economic
Power Players: Rich Powell on Energy Policy and Clean Buying
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June 13, 2025

Power Players: Rich Powell on Energy Policy and Clean Buying

In this episode of Know Power , hosts Noha and Mike speak with Rich Powell, CEO of the Clean Energy Buyers Association (CEBA). Rich outlines the evolving dynamics in U.S. electricity markets, focusing on the policy decisions shaping clean energy deployment and pricing. He shares insights into CEBA’s advocacy priorities, including maintaining voluntary clean energy markets, removing permitting roadblocks, and ensuring market structures support diverse buyers. The conversation digs into the politi
Unlocking the Japanese Power Market with Mark Todoroff
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May 8, 2025

Unlocking the Japanese Power Market with Mark Todoroff

In this episode of Know Power , hosts Noha and Michael are joined by Mark Todoroff, Head of APAC Business Development for Yes Energy. Together, they explore the dynamic changes within Japan’s energy market following its deregulation in 2016. Mark shares his journey into the energy sector and offers insights into Japan’s energy landscape, including its dual-grid system, the impact of renewables like solar and offshore wind, and the influence of global trends on Japan’s evolving energy market. The
Energy Capacity, Consensus & Keeping the Lights On: A Conversation with Asim Haque
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April 24, 2025

Energy Capacity, Consensus & Keeping the Lights On: A Conversation with Asim Haque

In this episode of Know Power , hosts Noha and Mike sit down with Asim Haque, Senior Vice President at PJM Interconnection and former Chair of the Ohio Public Utilities Commission. Asim shares his winding path into the energy sector, from real estate litigation to one of the most influential roles in the country’s power grid. The conversation explores how PJM navigates a complex web of state interests, grid reliability, and market pressures in a time of rising demand and clean energy transition.
On-Demand Clean Energy: Christie Obiaya on How Heliogen is Redefining What Solar Can Do
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Oct. 30, 2024

On-Demand Clean Energy: Christie Obiaya on How Heliogen is Redefining What Solar Can Do

In this episode of Know Power, hosts Noha and Michael sit down with Christie Obiaya, CEO and Director of Heliogen, an energy technology company focused on concentrated solar power (CSP) and storage solutions. Christie shares her journey from chemical engineering to leading Heliogen and dives into the challenges and opportunities of CSP technology. The conversation explores how Heliogen is redefining renewable energy with CSP, addressing issues from energy access to industrial decarbonization. Ch
Mining the Depths: Craig Shesky on the Future of Battery Metals
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Sept. 11, 2024

Mining the Depths: Craig Shesky on the Future of Battery Metals

In this episode of Know Power, hosts Noha and Mike speak with Craig Shesky, CFO of The Metals Company, a pioneer in deep-sea mining for battery metals. Craig shares his fascinating journey from driving massive trucks in iron mines to leading financial strategies in a cutting-edge industry. The conversation dives into the intricate details of deep-sea mining, exploring how The Metals Company is innovating to collect nickel, copper, cobalt, and manganese nodules from the ocean floor. They discuss