

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.
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May 21, 2024 • 18min
Leafing through circularity
In today’s episode of The Jolt, Sam is joined by FORESIGHT Editor-in-Chief David Weston for a sneak peek of our new magazine on circularity, plus Denmark gets serious about upgrading its grids.Want a free one month trial? Sign up, download the award-winning app and enjoy complimentary access to all exclusive features for one month. Click here to access.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 / TwitterSam Morgan LinkedIn / TwitterKira Taylor LinkedIn / Twitter Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

May 17, 2024 • 20min
The Jolt Rundown - 17th May, 2024
In today’s episode of The Jolt, Sam and Kira look back at the week’s biggest and most interesting news highlights, including the latest on US trade tariffs and mixed fortunes for floating offshore wind.Want a free one month trial? Sign up, download the award-winning app and enjoy complimentary access to all exclusive features for one month. Click here to access.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 / TwitterSam Morgan LinkedIn / TwitterKira Taylor LinkedIn / Twitter Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

May 14, 2024 • 16min
Ending energy poverty
In today’s episode of The Jolt, Sean looks at what measures are available to lift people out of energy poverty, plus Donald Trump takes aim at offshore wind projects.Want a free one month trial? Sign up, download the award-winning app and enjoy complimentary access to all exclusive features for one month. Click here to access.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 / TwitterSam Morgan LinkedIn / TwitterKira Taylor LinkedIn / Twitter Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

May 14, 2024 • 23min
The Jolt Rundown - 10th May, 2024
In today’s episode of The Jolt, Sam and Kira look back at the week’s biggest and most interesting news highlights, including another shocking warning from climate scientists and a big rule change in the world of motorcycling.Want a free one month trial? Sign up, download the award-winning app and enjoy complimentary access to all exclusive features for one month. Click here to access.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 / TwitterSam Morgan LinkedIn / TwitterKira Taylor LinkedIn / Twitter Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

May 6, 2024 • 17min
Banking on hydrogen
In today’s episode of The Jolt, Sam looks into the results of the EU’s first hydrogen auction, plus Egypt turns to LNG to avoid summer power outages.Want a free one month trial? Sign up, download the award-winning app and enjoy complimentary access to all exclusive features for one month. Click here to access.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 / TwitterSam Morgan LinkedIn / TwitterKira Taylor LinkedIn / Twitter Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

May 3, 2024 • 20min
The Jolt Rundown - 3rd May, 2024
In today’s episode of The Jolt, Sam and Kira look back at the week’s biggest and most interesting news highlights, including a closer look at the G7’s climate ambitions and zero-carbon train powerWant a free one month trial? Sign up, download the award-winning app and enjoy complimentary access to all exclusive features for one month. Click here to access.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 / TwitterSam Morgan LinkedIn / TwitterKira Taylor LinkedIn / Twitter Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Apr 29, 2024 • 17min
Is the G7 doing enough on climate change?
In today’s episode of The Jolt, Kira looks at whether the G7 is doing enough to tackle climate change, plus the UN tries to address human rights abuses and environmental damage in the critical minerals supply chainWant a free one month trial? Sign up, download the award-winning app and enjoy complimentary access to all exclusive features for one month. Click here to access.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 / TwitterSam Morgan LinkedIn / TwitterKira Taylor LinkedIn / Twitter Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Apr 26, 2024 • 24min
The Jolt Rundown - 26th Apr, 2024
In today’s episode of The Jolt, Sam and Kira look back at the week’s biggest and most interesting news highlights, including the death knell for a controversial energy treaty and a sneak peek of a special upcoming FORESIGHT podcast seriesWant a free one month trial? Sign up, download the award-winning app and enjoy complimentary access to all exclusive features for one month. Click here to access.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 / TwitterSam Morgan LinkedIn / TwitterKira Taylor LinkedIn / Twitter Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Apr 22, 2024 • 16min
Connecting rural communities
In today’s episode of The Jolt, Kira looks at the best way to roll out rural electrification, plus the UK’s political parties are told to do more on climate change.Want a free one month trial? Sign up, download the award-winning app and enjoy complimentary access to all exclusive features for one month. Click here to access.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 / TwitterSam Morgan LinkedIn / TwitterKira Taylor LinkedIn / Twitter Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Apr 19, 2024 • 23min
The Jolt Rundown - 19th Apr, 2024
In today’s episode of The Jolt, Sam and Kira look back at the week’s biggest and most interesting news highlights, including apocalyptic weather in the UAE and a new wind farm installation shipWant a free one month trial? Sign up, download the award-winning app and enjoy complimentary access to all exclusive features for one month. Click here to access.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 / TwitterSam Morgan LinkedIn / TwitterKira Taylor LinkedIn / Twitter Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.