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In this episode, we explore pivotal developments in Europe's renewable energy sector, including the acquisition of a solar portfolio in Ireland by Octopus Renewables Infrastructure Trust and the strategic changes in renewable energy investments by Orsted following a challenging few months. We also examine hydrogen initiatives, including Germany's strategy for hydrogen-ready power plants, Spain's substantial investment in hydrogen projects, and the European Hydrogen Bank's first auction. Additionally, we discuss Germany's solar tender results and round up UK-based solar farm developments, including financing milestones and planning permits.Finally, we bring you an update on all of the latest green policy shifts from the EU and UK in the last week. From protests to policy shifts. Hosted by:Oliver Carr - Lead AnalystAishwarya Harsure - Reporter Dila Cebeci - Senior AnalystReach out to us at: podcasts@inspiratia.comFind all of our latest news and analysis by subscribing to inspiratia Interested in tickets for one of our events? Email conferences@inspiratia.com or buy them directly on our website.Listen to all our episodes on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and other providers. Music credit: NDA/Show You instrumental/Tribe of Noise©2025 inspiratia. All rights reserved.This content is protected by copyright. Please respect the author's rights and do not copy or reproduce it without permission.

In this episode, we explore Mirova's first close on the MET6 fund and Romania's first 2GW CfD scheme, which is currently delayed as it awaits EU approvals, and the UK government's controversial decision to exclude onshore wind projects from being considered 'nationally significant infrastructure projects'.In the offshore space, we cover New York's fourth offshore wind solicitation round, attracting high-profile bids from major developers into what has historically been a troubled market. And we look into Germany's latest launch of offshore wind tenders, another critical step in Europe's renewable energy expansion. This week's analysis focuses firstly on Hornsea 3, which is set to be the UK's largest offshore wind farm. We unravel the project's challenging journey to its final investment decision.Finally, we take a data-driven look at the UK's electric vehicle journey, discussing the challenges and advancements in EV charging infrastructure. Despite policy shifts and industry challenges, the UK shows progress in EV infrastructure but faces hurdles in meeting specific targets. Hosted by:Oliver Carr - Lead AnalystAshkenaz Al - Reporter Dila Cebeci - Senior AnalystReach out to us at: podcasts@inspiratia.comFind all of our latest news and analysis by subscribing to inspiratia Interested in tickets for one of our events? Email conferences@inspiratia.com or buy them directly on our website.Listen to all our episodes on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and other providers. Music credit: NDA/Show You instrumental/Tribe of Noise©2025 inspiratia. All rights reserved.This content is protected by copyright. Please respect the author's rights and do not copy or reproduce it without permission.

In this week's episode, we start with key takeaways from our recent networking event in collaboration with Squire Patton Boggs, where market experts gathered to share an overview of the hydrogen industry's current landscape, highlighting the challenges and opportunities in technology, finance, and regulatory aspects.Our news team presents an exclusive story on H2 Green Steel's groundbreaking €4.5bn financing package for its hydrogen-powered facility in Sweden.  We also bring you the latest on Field's acquisition of Scottish BESS projects, TotalEnergies and European Energy's Nordic offshore wind partnership, CIP's launch of Copenhagen Energy Islands, and Pantheon's Infrastructure Fund final close.In our analysis section, we explore the UK's relationship with hydrogen heating, find out how disruption in the Red Sea is having a knock-on effect on supply chains for EV manufacturers, and ask why traditional nuclear projects are still falling behind.Finally, we bring you a first look at January's editorial,  focusing on significant industry consolidations such as BlackRock's acquisition of GIP, Commerzbank's purchase of Aquila Capital, and the intriguing partnership between Societe Generale and Brookfield.Hosted by:Oliver Carr - Lead AnalystViola Caon - Head of Content Zachary Skidmore - Senior Reporter Reach out to us at: podcasts@inspiratia.comFind all of our latest news and analysis by subscribing to inspiratia Interested in tickets for one of our events? Email conferences@inspiratia.com or buy them directly on our website.Listen to all our episodes on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and other providers. Music credit: NDA/Show You instrumental/Tribe of Noise©2025 inspiratia. All rights reserved.This content is protected by copyright. Please respect the author's rights and do not copy or reproduce it without permission.

In this week's episode, we delve into the proposed Great North Road Solar Park in Nottinghamshire, where Elements Green has initiated consultations for its £1 billion, 800MW solar and battery energy storage project. We cover the massive news of BlackRock's cash and shares acquisition of Global Infrastructure Partners, in a deal valued at $12.5 billion, poised to reshape the global infrastructure investment market.In this jam-packed episode, we will also cover Hy24's investment in Norwegian manufacturer Hexagon Purus,  progress in Scottish Green Hydrogen Heating Trials, and Aira's capital boost for European heat pump expansion. As well as Lithuania's latest offshore wind tender launch for 700MW worth of projects in the Baltic Sea. In our analysis section, we will dissect the elections in Taiwan, which were crucial for the global semiconductor industry and saw the DPP win a third term. This victory poses new challenges in balancing economic, energy, and geopolitical dynamics, particularly with China. And finally, we will bring you an update on Germany's climate and energy budget, which faced a legal challenge, resulting in a significant funding cut. This impacts key initiatives like EV and solar expansion, adding pressure to Germany's net-zero goals amid economic strains and public protests.Hosted by:Oliver Carr - Lead AnalystAishwarya Harsure - Reporter Dila Cebeci - Senior AnalystReach out to us at: podcasts@inspiratia.comFind all of our latest news and analysis by subscribing to inspiratia Interested in tickets for one of our events? Email conferences@inspiratia.com or buy them directly on our website.Listen to all our episodes on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and other providers. Music credit: NDA/Show You instrumental/Tribe of Noise©2025 inspiratia. All rights reserved.This content is protected by copyright. Please respect the author's rights and do not copy or reproduce it without permission.

In this episode, we discuss the $11.05 billion debt package for one of the largest green infrastructure projects in US history,  Pattern Energy Group's SunZia Wind and Transmission projects. We also take a look at Corre Energy's Green Hydrogen Hub project in Denmark, an initiative in long-duration energy storage, Mulilo Energy's participation in South Africa's second battery energy storage tender, and the UK's £300 million funding for a HALEU fuel production facility. We also focus on Ørsted's final investment decision on the Hornsea 3 Offshore Wind Farm, which is poised to become one of the world's largest offshore wind farms after months of back-and-forth in government negotiations. We delve into Statkraft's €6 billion investment programme in Norway, a plan encompassing upgrades to hydroelectric power plants and the construction of new onshore wind farms. And ask how Norway's net-zero ambitions are pushing it towards becoming a major offshore wind player. Finally, we examine the vital role of microgrids in the energy transition, exploring their emergence as decentralised, resilient power solutions. We contrast Europe's cautious approach with the US's proactive adoption, highlighting challenges, advancements, and the pivotal role microgrids play in shaping a sustainable, net-zero future.inspiratia Networking Event Thursday 18 January: Overcoming the challenges to the development of a hydrogen economyHosted by:Oliver Carr - Lead AnalystAshkenaz Al - Reporter Dila Cebeci - Senior AnalystReach out to us at: podcasts@inspiratia.comFind all of our latest news and analysis by subscribing to inspiratia Interested in tickets for one of our events? Email conferences@inspiratia.com or buy them directly on our website.Listen to all our episodes on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and other providers. Music credit: NDA/Show You instrumental/Tribe of Noise©2025 inspiratia. All rights reserved.This content is protected by copyright. Please respect the author's rights and do not copy or reproduce it without permission.

 In this episode, we delve into the results of the UK's first hydrogen CfD, HAR1, where 11 winners have a total electrolyser capacity of 125MW  — with an ambitious timeline targeting FID by 2024 and operational status by 2025.We then shift focus to Estonia's burgeoning offshore wind sector, highlighting the 1.4GW Liivi 2 area, where a joint venture between CIP and Ignitis Group was the sole bidder.We also explore the challenges in Norway's offshore sector, discuss BP's strategic acquisition of Lightsource, and Germany's troublesome 2024 budget - which is finally coming unstuck.We take an in-depth review of the COP28 summit held in Dubai. We dissect the summit's final agreement, the establishment of the Loss and Damage Fund, and the commitments to triple renewable energy capacity. The episode also casts a light on the pivotal roles of China and the US in these negotiations, underlining the complexities of international climate politics.Lastly, we turn our attention to the European Union's Grid Action Plan. We explore the EU's ambitious plans for grid expansion, digitalisation, and cyber-securing of its electricity network, highlighting the challenges and opportunities within the broader context of global environmental initiatives. Hosted by:Oliver Carr - Lead AnalystMaya Chavvakula - News EditorDila Cebeci - Senior AnalystReach out to us at: podcasts@inspiratia.comFind all of our latest news and analysis by subscribing to inspiratia Interested in tickets for one of our events? Email conferences@inspiratia.com or buy them directly on our website.Listen to all our episodes on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and other providers. Music credit: NDA/Show You instrumental/Tribe of Noise©2025 inspiratia. All rights reserved.This content is protected by copyright. Please respect the author's rights and do not copy or reproduce it without permission.

In this episode, we bring you the full story of inspiratia's rebrand and the launch of our new website. This marks a milestone for us with a renewed focus on becoming the energy transition specialist. The rebranding emphasises our commitment to informing, influencing, and inspiring our audience through innovative, educational, and advocacy-driven content.We are pleased to welcome Nick Davies, our MD, to share insights into inspiratia's core principles, including leadership in energy transition news, the promotion of groundbreaking technologies, and enthusiasm for renewable energy adoption. The episode also delves into the latest news and trends in the renewable energy sector, including major developments in onshore wind projects in France, TotalEnergies' stake in the Xlinks Morocco-UK Power project, and GreenGo Energy's ambitious green energy park in Mauritania. Additionally, this episode covers Aker Carbon Capture's new feasibility study in Finland, Octopus Energy's offshore wind fund, and the UK Global Investment Summit's renewable energy investments.We conclude by reflecting on the year's trends and the future of the energy transition, highlighting the importance of technological advancement and political support in achieving a sustainable future. We also look to the future and give our listeners a sneak preview of what events and research inspiratia are planning for the new year. Hosted by:Viola Caon - Head of Content Nicholas Davies - Managing DirectorAishwarya Harsure - Reporter NOTE: This episode was recorded on November 30th following the UK Global Investment Summit.Reach out to us at: podcasts@inspiratia.comFind all of our latest news and analysis by subscribing to inspiratia Interested in tickets for one of our events? Email conferences@inspiratia.com or buy them directly on our website.Listen to all our episodes on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and other providers. Music credit: NDA/Show You instrumental/Tribe of Noise©2025 inspiratia. All rights reserved.This content is protected by copyright. Please respect the author's rights and do not copy or reproduce it without permission.

In this episode, we delve into the critical updates in the global offshore wind energy sector. Leading with Norway's recent strides, we examine the shortlisted bidders for the Sørlige Nordsjø II offshore tender, announced by the Norwegian Ministry of Petroleum and Energy. We also scrutinise why Danish developer Orsted has announced its withdrawal from the Blavinge partnership and its broader retreat from Norwegian offshore wind tenders. Meanwhile, the US offshore wind sector saw the Department of the Interior's final approval for the construction and operation of the Empire Wind project. This collaboration between Equinor and BP signals a positive trajectory for offshore wind in the US.In the UK, the government's decision to raise the strike price for the offshore CfD scheme by over 50% is a strategic move to bolster the economic viability of these projects. We dissect this policy change and its potential impact on the upcoming Allocation Round 6 and beyond.We also bring you a  comprehensive funds roundup, highlighting the imminent final close of Ancala Partners' third flagship fund, the anticipated inaugural investment of Rubicon Capital Management's latest debt fund, and the ambitious target set by SWEN Capital Partners for its third biomethane fund. Finally, we delve into the recent developments surrounding NuScale, a key player in the small modular reactor (SMR) sector. NuScale's journey has been marked by both promise and challenges, particularly highlighted by the termination of its flagship project with Utah Associated Municipal Power Systems. This decision underscores the complex dynamics and hurdles faced by SMRs, including rising inflation, supply chain costs, and interest rates, which have significantly affected the economics of such projects.Hosted by:Oliver Carr - Lead AnalystDila Cebeci - Senior AnalystAshkenaz Al - Reporter Reach out to us at: podcasts@inspiratia.comFind all of our latest news and analysis by subscribing to inspiratia Interested in tickets for one of our events? Email conferences@inspiratia.com or buy them directly on our website.Listen to all our episodes on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and other providers. Music credit: NDA/Show You instrumental/Tribe of Noise©2025 inspiratia. All rights reserved.This content is protected by copyright. Please respect the author's rights and do not copy or reproduce it without permission.

Welcome to the newly rebranded "Energy Transition Today", formerly known as The Joint Venture podcast. As we unveil our new identity, complete with a fresh logo, a revamped website, and a redefined mission, our core objective remains steadfast: to provide you with the most comprehensive news, analysis, and data in the energy and infrastructure industry. Thank you for your continued support, and we hope you enjoy the enhanced experience with "Energy Transition Today".In today's episode, we are delighted to welcome Caroline Lytton as our guest. Caroline is Managing Director and Head of the Sustainable Finance Unit at SMBC Group EMEA. In this role, she leads the Sustainable Finance Unit within the International and Structured Finance Department and coordinates the bank's ESG Advisory & Solutions Hub. In addition, Caroline is a member of the Advisory Council at Pexapark and has been a Non-Executive Director at the International Project Finance Association since 2017. Our interview with Caroline delves into SMBC's external commitments in sustainable finance and how these align with the bank's overarching strategy. We gained insight into SMBC's strategies to overcome market issues in the past year before turning to the evolution of the energy transition landscape in the coming years.Also this week, inspiratia is hosting our annual awards ceremony on Thursday evening, 16 November, at the Nobu Hotel. We will be revealing the winners of the Europe Energy Transition Awards 2023, showcasing the leading individuals and institutions propelling the energy transition forward, along with the most noteworthy transactions.Hosted by Oliver Carr - Lead AnalystReach out to us at: podcasts@inspiratia.comFind all of our latest news and analysis by subscribing to inspiratia Interested in tickets for one of our events? Email conferences@inspiratia.com or buy them directly on our website.Listen to all our episodes on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and other providers. Music credit: NDA/Show You instrumental/Tribe of Noise©2025 inspiratia. All rights reserved.This content is protected by copyright. Please respect the author's rights and do not copy or reproduce it without permission.

In this episode, we cover Orsted, which this week announced the shelving of two major US offshore wind projects in New Jersey, as well as a new joint venture with Eversource.We also discuss the Danish PtX tender, illuminating the competitive landscape of green hydrogen production and the frontrunners poised to redefine Denmark's renewable energy scene. In Lithuania, we explore Ignitis Group's latest onshore wind developments with CAPEX estimates of €550 million. Plus, we touch on Lithuania's offshore wind prospects. And in New South Wales, Australia, where the state's fourth renewables tender round targets an impressive 3GW capacity.Also in this episode, we delve into the UK's newly enacted Energy Act 2023, a monumental piece of legislation promising to reshape the nation's energy framework. We unpack the aspirations and mechanisms of the Act, which seeks to catalyse £100 billion in private investment to future-proof the UK's energy system. And finally,  we turn to analyse the intensifying tension within Europe's electric vehicle EV sector. Dissecting the "EV panic" that has gripped the continent, we examine the EU's new investigation into the subsidies that Chinese electric car manufacturers receive. Europe's alarm at the potential loss of its automotive market share to China's heavily subsidised and competitively priced EVs has the potential to lead down the path of retaliatory action and could be the first step towards, tension, tariffs and trade war.Hosted by:Oliver Carr - Lead AnalystMaya Chavvakula - News EditorDila Cebeci - Senior AnalystReach out to us at: podcasts@inspiratia.comFind all of our latest news and analysis by subscribing to inspiratia Interested in tickets for one of our events? Email conferences@inspiratia.com or buy them directly on our website.Listen to all our episodes on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and other providers. Music credit: NDA/Show You instrumental/Tribe of Noise©2025 inspiratia. All rights reserved.This content is protected by copyright. Please respect the author's rights and do not copy or reproduce it without permission.