Episode 20: How Germany's $50B Coal Exit Is Creating Wealth for Small Investors | Thorsten Unger episode artwork

EPISODE · Feb 4, 2026 · 42 MIN

Episode 20: How Germany's $50B Coal Exit Is Creating Wealth for Small Investors | Thorsten Unger

from The Disruptive Capitalists · host Sam Sells

Gaming industry veteran Thorsten Unger joins the show to discuss his innovative work at the intersection of technology, sustainability, and ethical business. From eSports agencies finding profitability to Germany's ambitious 2030 coal phase-out, Thorsten shares how he's creating investment opportunities for everyday people in transitioning communities.The conversation covers the complexities of Germany's energy transition, the ethics of gaming monetization, and Thorsten's projects in education and museum design. He reveals his strategy for integrating AI and renewable energy into regions moving away from coal, while advocating for values-driven business practices that put community welfare ahead of pure profit.A thought-provoking discussion about using innovation and capital as forces for good in a changing world.Thorsten's Socials:linkedin.com/in/thorsten-unger-322a881texentium.netSam's Socials: https://www.linkedin.com/in/samuelsells/https://www.facebook.com/impactsamuel⁠facebook.com/sam.sells.16⁠ ⁠instagram.com/thedisruptivecapitalistshttps://grantauthority.orghttps://brightstead.comFollow Us:Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-disruptive-capitalists/id1644437927Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1I5tdqJNcxCB2Qiu1lfZyJ?si=4a4cf07923394bb9YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@disruptivecapitalists/podcastsAmazon: https://amzn.eu/d/b0ycqCqPandora: https://www.pandora.com/podcast/the-disruptive-capitalists/PC:1001025132Disclaimer: The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests. The content is for informational and entertainment purposes only and should not be taken as professional advice. Listeners should seek legal or professional advice before making any decisions based on the discussions in this podcast.

Gaming industry veteran Thorsten Unger joins the show to discuss his innovative work at the intersection of technology, sustainability, and ethical business. From eSports agencies finding profitability to Germany's ambitious 2030 coal phase-out, Thorsten shares how he's creating investment opportunities for everyday people in transitioning communities.The conversation covers the complexities of Germany's energy transition, the ethics of gaming monetization, and Thorsten's projects in education and museum design. He reveals his strategy for integrating AI and renewable energy into regions moving away from coal, while advocating for values-driven business practices that put community welfare ahead of pure profit.A thought-provoking discussion about using innovation and capital as forces for good in a changing world.Thorsten's Socials:linkedin.com/in/thorsten-unger-322a881texentium.netSam's Socials: https://www.linkedin.com/in/samuelsells/https://www.facebook.com/impactsamuel⁠facebook.com/sam.sells.16⁠ ⁠instagram.com/thedisruptivecapitalistshttps://grantauthority.orghttps://brightstead.comFollow Us:Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-disruptive-capitalists/id1644437927Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1I5tdqJNcxCB2Qiu1lfZyJ?si=4a4cf07923394bb9YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@disruptivecapitalists/podcastsAmazon: https://amzn.eu/d/b0ycqCqPandora: https://www.pandora.com/podcast/the-disruptive-capitalists/PC:1001025132Disclaimer: The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests. The content is for informational and entertainment purposes only and should not be taken as professional advice. Listeners should seek legal or professional advice before making any decisions based on the discussions in this podcast.

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