GZERO World with Ian Bremmer International markets and global energy transitions
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Apr 10, 2025 
In this insightful discussion, Arjun Murti, a veteran energy analyst and founder of Super-Spiked, teams up with Greg Ebel, CEO of Enbridge, to explore the complex landscape of global energy transitions. They delve into how geopolitical shifts like the Russia-Ukraine conflict shape energy strategies, emphasizing the balance between sustainability and reliability. The duo also reflects on U.S. and Canadian policies' influence on global energy dynamics and the resilience of North American energy trade amidst tariff challenges.
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Overemphasis on Carbon Emissions
- The energy transition conversation overemphasizes carbon emissions, neglecting crucial needs like reliability and access.
- This narrow focus disrupts the hierarchy of energy needs, prioritizing CO2 reduction over economic stability and access.
Redefining Energy Transition
- The narrow definition of "energy transition" focusing solely on net-zero CO2 by 2050 is unrealistic and detrimental.
- This approach overlooks crucial factors like affordability, reliability, energy access, and geopolitical security.
Germany's Energy Crisis
- Germany prioritized energy security over climate goals after Russia cut off gas supplies, illustrating global energy priorities.
- They imported expensive LNG and burned polluting coal, demonstrating that reliability trumps cost and emission targets.