Energy and Data Centers
Involved in a 3,000 acre property to build a 50,000 sq. ft. data center, autoclaved aeriated concrete plant and an intermodal facility. Using AAC for the buildings will save 40% of the energy costs. AAC is 25% lighter than traditional concrete yet it can withstand winds of 200 mph. With an exclusive additive, the fire resistance increases from 2,500 degrees to 6,500 degrees. 50% lower embodied carbon than traditional concrete, it qualifies for IRA tax benefits.
Manufacturing Plant for ACC
Autoclaved Aeriated Concrete
Autoclaved Aeriated Concrete is a closed cell masonry product that is manufactured into blocks and panels. The sand, cement, lime and water is combined with an aerating agent. The product is lightweight, structurally sound, with exceptional thermal and fire-resistance and acoustic properties.
Qualities & Benefits
The company has the exclusive rights to a technology that enhances the benefits of ACC and reduces energy costs by 40%, is 25% lighter than CMU, can withstand winds of 200 mph, increases fire resistance from 2,500 degrees to 6,500 degrees and can withstand winds up to 200 mph. Protection against hurricanes, fires and tornados is especially critical for hospitals and then combined with battery storage. It also has very strong ballistic properties that is favored by embassies and forward operating bases.
Net Zero & Tax Incentives
AAC lowers embodied carbon 50% compared to traditional concrete and masonry so it qualifies for the tax incentives under the Biden Administration's Inflation Reduction Act. Building or buying a plant to manufacture AAC and the equipment and machinery qualifies for accelerated depreciation and credits under Trump's initiative to spur US manufacturing investments. To use building material for a US Embassy, the material has to be Made in America.
MIDSTREAM
Long-term contracts are essential for storage terminals. Location plays a key role. The facility must have access to roads, rail, and docks for ships or barges.
Clean and Renewable Fuels
Oil and gas will be around for a very long time. Besides energy, it is used in over 66,000 products. Therefore, let’s explore and encourage solutions to make it cleaner and reduce sulfur and CO2 emissions. Clean fuels such as propane, natural gas, biofuels, and hydrogen are essential. It's critical to have an experienced operator. Long-term contracts are vital. Location is key; the facility should have access to roads, rail, and docks for ships or barges, utilizing non-traditional financing structures when necessary.
Therapeutics
I am connected to institutional, SFO, hospitals, and foundations. My experience includes buccal patch of drug delivery to optimize therapeutics, skin creams for eczema, dry skin and rashes, prevention of the side effects of chemo and radiation, and diabetic retinopathy.
Intermodal Transportation
Utilizing rail as an alternative to crowded highways not only offers cheaper cap ex but also significantly reduces CO2 emissions. Quality truckers face burdensome regulations, and finding qualified drivers presents a challenge. There are few, if any, shipping contracts with customers, rail, and ocean carriers, highlighting the need for understanding the industry and considering non-traditional financing structures.
Small Modular Reactors
Nuclear energy is our future. Achieving that future involves a long and costly journey. The regulatory process is improving. The demand for electricity is increasing at an increasing rate with a huge thirst from data centers and AI. These projects aim for Net Zero, and once commissioned, they will produce energy for decades without being weather dependent. In addition to small modular reactors, micro reactors can be deployed in more locations with their own grid.
Native American Casinos
I have written numerous performance and payment bonds for projects on tribal land, which often require creative expert legal advice from experienced attorneys. I collaborate with a NYSE firm that funded a $500,000,000 project.