Redefining Energy

Laurent Segalen and Gerard Reid
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13 snips
Aug 4, 2025 • 1h 10min

189. Energy Disruptions - (Gerard on "Clean Titans")

The conversation dives into the evolving energy landscape and the speaker's unexpected journey into renewables. It discusses Europe's urgent need for energy independence and modernizing infrastructure, advocating for electrification and innovative technologies. Highlights include enhancing energy efficiency in aging buildings, the importance of grid flexibility, and tax incentives for electrification. The discussion also touches on consumer engagement, technology transfer, and how historical innovations shape the future of energy.
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34 snips
Jul 28, 2025 • 32min

188. US/Petrostate vs EU/Electrostate – a joint episode with Open Circuit

Stephen Lacey, Executive Editor at Latitude Media and host of Open Circuit, joins Jigar Shah, Co-Managing Partner at Multiplier and former DOE director. They discuss the widening energy rift between the U.S. and Europe, sparked by shifting geopolitical tides. The conversation highlights Europe's urgent push for energy independence amid reliance on external sources and implications from the Inflation Reduction Act. They also explore the competitive solar and battery landscape, stressing the need for collaboration to ensure a sustainable future.
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Jul 21, 2025 • 26min

187. Texas: Power Surge or Power Splurge? - Jul25

Texas is shaking up the energy scene with its rapidly growing renewable sector, now consuming more power than France! Experts discuss how wind and solar have dominated the market despite fierce fossil fuel opposition. There's a deep dive into the state’s blend of innovative energy policies that keep prices low and attract data centers. With rising energy demands and extreme weather, Texas is also navigating the complexities of grid reliability and flexibility. Plus, insights on how AI could shape the future of energy management make for an enlightening discussion!
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Jul 14, 2025 • 25min

186. Power under Pressure: Fortum’s CEO on Datacenters’ growth and Russian Attacks (Eurelectric)

Markus Rauroma, CEO of Fortum and President of Eurelectric, discusses the unique challenges faced by the Finnish energy company amidst growing tensions with Russia. He shares insights on steering Fortum through the effects of the Ukraine war and how they’ve embraced digitalization for resilience. Markus highlights exciting growth in the Baltics and introduces his leadership team, likening them to an energy Avengers squad. The conversation reveals strategic opportunities in clean energy and the future of data centers, alongside navigating cybersecurity and regulatory hurdles.
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17 snips
Jul 7, 2025 • 25min

185. Blackouts - Jul25

Steve Berberich, a global energy expert and former CEO of CAISO, joins the discussion to unpack the Iberian blackout. Unlike previous failures, this incident didn't arise from extreme weather, but rather structural flaws within Spain's grid. The conversation reveals regulatory gaps, design issues, and operational errors that contributed to the blackout. Steve compares this event with other significant blackouts, shedding light on common patterns and necessary reforms. The insights underscore the urgent need for accountability and better energy management to prevent future crises.
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11 snips
Jun 22, 2025 • 33min

184. Market dynamics and Pricing of Battery Materials - Jun25

Six years ago, Simon Moores, CEO of Benchmark Minerals Intelligence shook the world in a now legendary testimony in front of the US Senate. Then, Simon predicted the exponential growth of batteries and the control that China was starting to exert of the supply chains.Fast forward today, we bring in, Caspar Rawles, Simon’s trusted lieutenant, and COO of Benchmark Mineral Intelligence to assess how Simon’s predictions panned out. What was prophetic and what never materialized. Benchmark Mineral Intelligence, a London-based Price Reporting Agency (PRA) founded in 2014, specializes in lithium-ion battery and EV supply chains, offering IOSCO-accredited price assessments, supply-demand forecasts, ESG analytics, consultancy, global events, and policy influence.It focuses on critical minerals and recently expanded with Rho Motion, valued at $500M. Caspar talks about the growth of BMI, about the importance of its agreement with ICE, and how he sees the future.Laurent and Gerard conclude on Lithium and Rare Earths. Not really what you expect.
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22 snips
Jun 15, 2025 • 27min

183. Energy Security from the front line: Eastern Europe and Renewables - Jun25

Dimitar Enchev, Cofounder & CEO of CWP, discusses the evolution of energy security in Eastern Europe, revealing tales of past gas blackouts and current resilience. He highlights how the region is transforming from heavy reliance on fossil fuels to embracing renewables, despite geopolitical tensions. With insights on the dramatic shifts post-Ukraine crisis and Greece's impressive energy transition, Enchev emphasizes the urgent need for energy independence. Challenges remain, but opportunities in wind and solar innovation offer a promising future for sustainable energy in Southeast Europe.
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26 snips
Jun 9, 2025 • 32min

182. Broken grids and Datacenters load growth - Jun25

Jereme Kent, an engineer leading One Power, discusses innovative approaches to America’s aging power grid. He reveals the struggles utilities face in adapting to modern demands from industries like data centers while handling supply chain congestion. Kent champions modular transformer designs for better efficiency and advocates for long-term power purchase agreements for renewables. He emphasizes the crucial role of behind-the-meter batteries in stabilizing energy supply, challenging outdated utility models toward a decarbonized, customer-centric future.
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23 snips
May 26, 2025 • 20min

181. “Hot Air” from Tony Blair - May25

Michael Barnard, a partner at Cleantechnica and climate writer, dives into the Tony Blair Institute's controversial climate report, revealing its flaws and the media's romanticized reception. He highlights Climeworks' surprising ineffectiveness in carbon capture, showcasing the challenges that lie ahead. Additionally, Barnard critiques political figures like Tony Blair, stressing the need for a generational shift in climate strategies, especially by learning from China's successful green initiatives.
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27 snips
May 19, 2025 • 27min

180. The KKR Energy formula - May25

Emmanuel Lagarrigue, a Partner at KKR and former Group Strategy head at Schneider Electric, shares insights on navigating the evolving energy landscape. He discusses KKR's investment strategies, emphasizing their pivot towards data centers and AI to drive growth. The conversation touches on how private markets can offer more stability and the rising significance of renewables. Emmanuel also highlights the challenges of volatility in the sector, the potential of hydrogen, and the importance of differentiating valuable trends from noise.

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