Cool Beans Pod

🎙️ Podcast Episode: Driving the Green Transition with Bernardo Aguiar
In this episode, we’re joined by Bernardo Aguiar, Senior Asset Manager at EDP Renewables, who brings over two decades of experience in the energy sector. Drawing on his background in electrotechnical engineering and an MBA in management, Bernardo offers a thoughtful perspective on the evolution of clean energy and the pivotal role EDP has played in driving the green transition.
🌍 We explore the history of EDP Renewables, tracing its journey from a national energy player to a global leader in renewable power, with operations spanning multiple international markets. Bernardo shares insights into how the company manages large-scale assets, maintains strong stakeholder relationships, and aligns its operations with ambitious sustainability goals.
💨 The conversation also delves into the realities of wind energy—how wind farms are developed, operated, and optimised—and the challenges and opportunities that come with scaling renewable infrastructure worldwide.
🎓 Education
• MBA, Management – University of Porto Business School
• Electrotechnical Engineering – Instituto Superior Técnico
💼 Experience
• Senior Asset Manager at EDP Renewables (2016 – Present)
• Over 20 years of experience in the energy sector
🔗 LinkedIn Profile
👉 https://www.linkedin.com/in/bernardo-aguiar
This episode offers a clear and engaging look at how one of the industry’s key players is helping shape a cleaner, more sustainable energy future.

On this episode of The Cool Beans Pod 🎙️☕, we head to the Matosinhos beach front to sit down with Pedro Teixeira, co-founder of Moka Coffee, a standout spot redefining the local coffee scene alongside his wife, Angela Silva.

We dive deep into all things coffee ☕🔥 — from the best ways to prepare the perfect cup to exploring different beans and what makes each one unique. Pedro shares his passion for quality, community, and supporting local businesses 💛, giving real insight into what makes Moka Coffee special.

If you’re serious about your coffee (like we are — The Cool Beans Pod only drinks Moka 😎), this episode is for you. Expect amazing coffee, great vibes ✨, and a shop that blends top-tier brews with stylish merch and genuinely classy service.

📍 Find them in Matosinhos and show some love
📸 Follow them on Instagram: @mokacoffee.pt

Trust us — your coffee game will thank you 🙌☕

On this episode of The Cool Beans Pod 🎙️☕, we head to the Matosinhos beach front to sit down with Pedro Teixeira, co-founder of Moka Coffee, a standout spot redefining the local coffee scene alongside his wife, Angela Silva.

We dive deep into all things coffee ☕🔥 — from the best ways to prepare the perfect cup to exploring different beans and what makes each one unique. Pedro shares his passion for quality, community, and supporting local businesses 💛, giving real insight into what makes Moka Coffee special.

If you’re serious about your coffee (like we are — The Cool Beans Pod only drinks Moka 😎), this episode is for you. Expect amazing coffee, great vibes ✨, and a shop that blends top-tier brews with stylish merch and genuinely classy service.

📍 Find them in Matosinhos and show some love

📸 Follow them on Instagram: @mokacoffee.pt

Trust us — your coffee game will thank you 🙌☕

🎙️ Podcast Guest: Ricardo Nascimento

In this episode we sit down with Ricardo, Sales Director at Devoteam, where he works with organisations across Europe on data, cloud, and emerging technology solutions.

With a background spanning computer science, project management, and enterprise management, Ricardo studied at Universidade Nova de Lisboa and ISEG – Lisbon School of Economics & Management, building a foundation that bridges technology, strategy, and business transformation.

In this conversation we explore:

💡 Innovation and problem-solving in modern technology ecosystems
🇪🇺 Data sovereignty — Europe taking control of its data and digital infrastructure
⚛️ Quantum computing and the next technological frontier
🤖 Ethical uses of AI and responsible digital systems

Expect practical insight, forward-thinking ideas, and a conversation about how Europe can shape a more secure, sovereign, and ethical digital future.

🔗 Connect with Ricardo: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ricardofmn/

#podcast #datasovereignty #quantumcomputing #ethicalAI #technology #Europe

🎙️ Podcast Guest: Ricardo Nascimento

In this episode we sit down with Ricardo, Sales Director at Devoteam, where he works with organisations across Europe on data, cloud, and emerging technology solutions.

With a background spanning computer science, project management, and enterprise management, Ricardo studied at Universidade Nova de Lisboa and ISEG – Lisbon School of Economics & Management, building a foundation that bridges technology, strategy, and business transformation.

In this conversation we explore:

💡 Innovation and problem-solving in modern technology ecosystems

🇪🇺 Data sovereignty — Europe taking control of its data and digital infrastructure

⚛️ Quantum computing and the next technological frontier

🤖 Ethical uses of AI and responsible digital systems

Expect practical insight, forward-thinking ideas, and a conversation about how Europe can shape a more secure, sovereign, and ethical digital future.

🔗 Connect with Ricardo: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ricardofmn/

#podcast #datasovereignty #quantumcomputing #ethicalAI #technology #Europe