The Energy Transition Show with Chris Nelder

Exploring the clash between systemic pessimists and technological optimists in the energy transition debate. Highlighting the importance of constructive discussions, debunking myths about renewable energy, and addressing the growing demand for elements used in technologies. Distinguishing between the perspectives of doomers and transitionistas, emphasizing the feasibility of the energy transition. Discussing concerns and circular strategies in PV module production. Summarizing significant events in the energy sector and a bank's plan for energy transition.

Are EV sales about to go through a rapid adoption phase, portending a peak in global oil demand before the end of this decade?

Contra the new pro-nuclear zeitgeist that has bamboozled climate hawks, nuclear power is not at the dawning of a new age, but at the end of its old age.

Can ancient architectural and building techniques be used today to help keep buildings comfortable without using energy?

Energy researcher Jonathan Koomey rejoins us to review the major stories we have covered over the past year and see how the energy transition has progressed.

Regulatory capture is rife in Texas, and it explains a lot about how the losers of the energy transition have rigged the state’s systems in their favor.

Customers are adopting distributed energy resources (DERs) like EVs and rooftop solar systems, but utilities are slow in accommodating them. Lorenzo Kristov, an expert in grid architecture and wholesale market design, advocates for a decentralized grid. The podcast explores the need for power markets to evolve, the distinction between customer cited and distribution utility connected resources, building resilience and energy justice, and the installation of microgrids in San Diego with renewable energy sources.

What do regulators and governments need to do differently to lead the energy transition?

Why does so much media focus on unlikely, pessimistic climate scenarios when our progress should make us optimistic about combating global warming?

Simon Evans of Carbon Brief reviews the highlights of the UK’s latest policy proposals, including how the government plans to meet its emissions-reduction goals.