

The Jolt: The FORESIGHT series, which will keep you updated on all the essential energy transition stories
FORESIGHT Media Group
Climate and energy touches every part of our society and the torrent of developments, news stories, analysis and gossip can get overwhelming and indecipherable.That’s where FORESIGHT Climate & Energy’s new series, The Jolt, comes in.Every Monday, Wednesday and Friday, The Jolt will cut through the noise and deliver essential updates on the big stories you need to follow.Tune in for bite-sized episodes hosted by FORESIGHT Policy Editor Sam Morgan, all with a global view and expert analysis.We cannot wait to have you along for the ride! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Episodes
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Jun 27, 2025 • 24min
The Jolt Rundown - 27th June, 2025
Sam and Kira return to go over the week’s biggest talking points, including the potential end of the EU’s anti-greenwashing law, plus Brazil wants a roadmap to phase out fossil fuels Download our award-winning app and enjoy access to all exclusive features. Click here to access on Apple or Android. We want The Jolt to be as listener-driven as possible. Get in touch with us about what you like, what you don’t like and what you’d like to see in future episodes. All feedback is appreciated: FORESIGHT LinkedIn / XSam Morgan LinkedIn / BlueSkyKira Taylor LinkedIn / X Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jun 23, 2025 • 18min
Can a Finnish city achieve carbon neutrality by 2029?
In today’s episode of The Jolt, Sean looks at the steps the Finnish city of Turku is taking to achieve carbon neutrality by 2029, plus Kira reports on the United Kingdom’s push to cut electricity prices for businesses Download our award-winning app and enjoy access to all exclusive features. Click here to access on Apple or Android. We want The Jolt to be as listener-driven as possible. Get in touch with us about what you like, what you don’t like and what you’d like to see in future episodes. All feedback is appreciated: FORESIGHT LinkedIn / XSam Morgan LinkedIn / BlueSkyKira Taylor LinkedIn / X Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jun 20, 2025 • 24min
The Jolt Rundown - 20th June, 2025
Sam and Kira return to go over the week’s biggest talking points, including Spain’s power blackout culprits and everything green transport, plus the United Kingdom plans to go gas-free Download our award-winning app and enjoy access to all exclusive features. Click here to access on Apple or Android. We want The Jolt to be as listener-driven as possible. Get in touch with us about what you like, what you don’t like and what you’d like to see in future episodes. All feedback is appreciated: FORESIGHT LinkedIn / XSam Morgan LinkedIn / BlueSkyKira Taylor LinkedIn / X Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jun 16, 2025 • 19min
Europe’s eSAFs opportunity risks nose diving
In today’s episode of The Jolt, Sam looks at how Europe risks squandering its potential to be the world’s leading next-generation aviation fuel producer, plus Kira reports on the EU’s potentially big nuclear bill Download our award-winning app and enjoy access to all exclusive features. Click here to access on Apple or Android. We want The Jolt to be as listener-driven as possible. Get in touch with us about what you like, what you don’t like and what you’d like to see in future episodes. All feedback is appreciated: FORESIGHT LinkedIn / XSam Morgan LinkedIn / BlueSkyKira Taylor LinkedIn / X Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jun 13, 2025 • 28min
The Jolt Rundown - 13th June, 2025
In today’s episode of The Jolt, Sam and Kira discuss the week’s biggest talking points, including the ocean’s role in the energy transition and nuclear power, plus it’s Trump vs California over electric vehicle rules Download our award-winning app and enjoy access to all exclusive features. Click here to access on Apple or Android. We want The Jolt to be as listener-driven as possible. Get in touch with us about what you like, what you don’t like and what you’d like to see in future episodes. All feedback is appreciated: FORESIGHT LinkedIn / XSam Morgan LinkedIn / BlueSkyKira Taylor LinkedIn / X Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jun 9, 2025 • 19min
Shells issue climate change warning
In today’s episode of The Jolt, Sam looks at how climate change is affecting life in our seas and oceans, plus India decides to ramp up coal production Download our award-winning app and enjoy access to all exclusive features. Click here to access on Apple or Android. We want The Jolt to be as listener-driven as possible. Get in touch with us about what you like, what you don’t like and what you’d like to see in future episodes. All feedback is appreciated: FORESIGHT LinkedIn / XSam Morgan LinkedIn / BlueSkyKira Taylor LinkedIn / X Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jun 6, 2025 • 24min
The Jolt Rundown - 6th June, 2025
In today’s episode of The Jolt, Sam and Kira discuss potential boosts to floating wind and how the recent Polish elections could spell trouble for the European Union’s 2040 target, plus what people in the United States think about energy Download our award-winning app and enjoy access to all exclusive features. Click here to access on Apple or Android. We want The Jolt to be as listener-driven as possible. Get in touch with us about what you like, what you don’t like and what you’d like to see in future episodes. All feedback is appreciated: FORESIGHT LinkedIn / XSam Morgan LinkedIn / BlueSkyKira Taylor LinkedIn / X Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jun 2, 2025 • 18min
European CCS set for oil and gas boost
In today’s episode of The Jolt, Sam looks at how European oil and gas companies could kickstart the continent’s carbon capture industry, plus Chile decides to accelerate its decarbonisation policies Download our award-winning app and enjoy access to all exclusive features. Click here to access on Apple or Android. We want The Jolt to be as listener-driven as possible. Get in touch with us about what you like, what you don’t like and what you’d like to see in future episodes. All feedback is appreciated: FORESIGHT LinkedIn / XSam Morgan LinkedIn / BlueSkyKira Taylor LinkedIn / X Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

May 30, 2025 • 25min
The Jolt Rundown - 30th May, 2025
In today’s episode of The Jolt, Sam and Kira discuss whether the European Union is actually on track to meet its 2030 climate target, plus Syria begins the long path towards rebuilding its wrecked energy system Download our award-winning app and enjoy access to all exclusive features. Click here to access on Apple or Android. We want The Jolt to be as listener-driven as possible. Get in touch with us about what you like, what you don’t like and what you’d like to see in future episodes. All feedback is appreciated: FORESIGHT LinkedIn / XSam Morgan LinkedIn / BlueSkyKira Taylor LinkedIn / X Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

May 26, 2025 • 17min
Croatia’s efficient earthquake rebuild
In today’s episode of The Jolt, Sam looks at how Croatia is building back better after its earthquakes, plus your daily updates on the biggest developments in energy and climate Download our award-winning app and enjoy access to all exclusive features. Click here to access on Apple or Android. We want The Jolt to be as listener-driven as possible. Get in touch with us about what you like, what you don’t like and what you’d like to see in future episodes. All feedback is appreciated: FORESIGHT LinkedIn / XSam Morgan LinkedIn / BlueSkyKira Taylor LinkedIn / X Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.