

The Jolt: The FORESIGHT series, which keeps you updated on all the essential energy transition stories
FORESIGHT Media Group
Climate and energy impact every part of our society, and the torrent of developments, news stories, analyses, and gossip can become overwhelming and indecipherable. That’s where FORESIGHT Climate & Energy’s The Jolt comes in. Every weekday, 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 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
Mentioned books

Feb 5, 2024 • 15min
The Jolt: Trouble at sea
In today’s episode of The Jolt, Kira looks at the impact of shipping disruptions in the Red Sea, plus Paris slaps SUVs with big parking charges.Get more climate and energy news and in-depth analysis on FORESIGHT’s new app and website.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.

Feb 2, 2024 • 19min
The Jolt: The Jolt Rundown - #3
In today’s episode of The Jolt, Sam and Kira look back at the week’s biggest and most interesting climate and energy news highlights.Get more climate and energy news and in-depth analysis on FORESIGHT’s new app and website. 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.

Feb 1, 2024 • 16min
The Jolt: Texas’ grid bounces back
In today’s episode of The Jolt, Kira looks at how the Texan energy system has evolved since a devastating power outage in 2021, plus everyone’s on the hunt for oil.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.

Jan 31, 2024 • 16min
The Jolt: Putting green shipping on the radar
In today’s episode of The Jolt, Sam looks at how the shipping industry will sink or swim depending on its green technology choices, plus the United States is shifting into top gear in the race to electrify its cars.* * *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.

Jan 30, 2024 • 15min
The Jolt: Kicking Germany’s gas habit
In today’s episode of The Jolt, Kira takes a look at how the energy transition is going in industry giant and big gas-guzzler, Germany, plus Italy wants to be Europe’s energy link to AfricaGet more climate and energy news and in-depth analysis on FORESIGHT’s new app and website. 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.

Jan 29, 2024 • 20min
The Jolt: Does net zero kill steel jobs?
In today’s episode of The Jolt, Sam looks at the contrasting fortunes of two steel plants, plus Scotland is making progress in its quest to become a green power merchant.Get more climate and energy news and in-depth analysis on FORESIGHT’s new app and website. 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.

Jan 26, 2024 • 24min
The Jolt: The Jolt Rundown - #2
In today’s episode of The Jolt, Sam and Kira look back at the week’s biggest and most interesting climate and energy news highlights.Get more climate and energy news and in-depth analysis on FORESIGHT’s new app and website. 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.

Jan 25, 2024 • 15min
The Jolt: The wind beneath Belgium’s wings
In today’s episode of The Jolt, Kira looks at Belgium’s energy production ambitions in the North Sea, plus a leaked document confirms the EU will aim for a 90% emissions reduction by 2040.Get more climate and energy news and in-depth analysis on FORESIGHT’s new app and website. 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.

Jan 24, 2024 • 15min
The Jolt: The Italian EV Job
In today’s episode of The Jolt, Sam looks at why Italy – the land of Ferrari and Lamborghini – is lagging behind in the race to electrify its car fleet, plus there’s good and bad news for nuclear power.Get more climate and energy news and in-depth analysis on FORESIGHT’s new app and website. 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.

Jan 23, 2024 • 17min
The Jolt: Viking power!
In today’s episode of The Jolt, Sam looks at what a brand new, record-breaking interconnector means for power sharing across the North Sea, plus China’s voluntary carbon market makes a comeback.Get more climate and energy news and in-depth analysis on FORESIGHT’s new app and website. 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.


