Jess Hicks
Meteorologist at BloombergNEF who analyzes atmospheric patterns and climate signals to forecast seasonal impacts on energy demand, especially European winter weather.
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Feb 19, 2025 • 27min
Weather and Commodities: A Perfect Storm
In this discussion, weather analysts Jess Hicks and Willa Tobin from BNEF explore how shifting weather patterns profoundly affect commodities and infrastructure. They dive into the economic fallout from extreme weather events, including heatwaves and droughts, and their implications for energy production. The duo also highlights innovative weather modeling techniques that could predict future trends. Additionally, they discuss the rising costs tied to climate chaos, including natural gas demand and the financial tools used to manage these risks.
Oct 9, 2025 • 29min
Deep Freeze Risk Raises Stakes for Europe’s Gas Supply
Jess Hicks, a meteorologist at BloombergNEF, forecasts severe winter weather patterns that could strain Europe's gas reserves, highlighting signals such as sudden stratospheric warming. Olympe Mattei-D’Ornano provides insights into the current gas storage levels and the anticipated influx of US LNG, which may lead to a volatile prices scenario. They discuss how this season's weather could limit renewable energy generation and affect future LNG supply strategies, painting a complex picture of Europe's energy landscape this winter.
