Interchange Recharged
Wood Mackenzie
Clean tech, green finance and energy innovation are the three lanes on the road to a successful global energy transition. At the intersection of these lanes is a place where ideas on finance, technology and policy are shared and debated. That intersection is Interchange Recharged.While Sylvia Leyva Martinez, principal analyst at Wood Mackenzie, is on maternity leave, Bridget van Dorsten, a principal analyst on Wood Mackenzie's hydrogen team, will be hosting this podcast, Interchange Recharged. When Bridget is not researching global market dynamics to craft near and long-term forecasts for low-carbon hydrogen and its derivatives she is speaking with visionaries, entrepreneurs, policy-makers and energy analysts to explore the newest developments in renewable technology, explain the ideas on global energy policy that could accelerate the energy transition, and identify new funding and financial models that could solve the biggest challenges we face on the way to net zero.Bridget and her guests bring you data and forecasts on clean technology, climate science, and offer predictions on the build out of utility-scale projects and the future of green finance.What impacts do the annual UN Conference of the Parties have on decarbonisation goals and climate change? What will COP30 bring? What’s happening in global EV adoption and development? What’s the forecast for solar energy, one of the major success stories of renewable energy in the last ten years? What does the data tell us about the future of hydrogen, of nuclear, or of low-carbon power? These are examples of the insights and detailed analyses you can expect bi-weekly on Tuesdays at 7am ET.If you like The Energy Transition Show, Catalyst with Shayle Kann, The Big Switch from Columbia University, Open Circuit with Jigar Shah or The Green Blueprint, you’ll enjoy Interchange Recharged. Want to get involved with the show? Reach out to podcasts@woodmac.com to: Bring Bridget and Interchange Recharged to your event Be a guest on the show Sponsor an episode Ask a question to Bridget or one of our guests Check out another leading clean tech global podcast by Wood Mackenzie, Energy Gang, at woodmac.com/podcasts/the-energy-gang Wood Mackenzie is the leading global data and analytics solutions provider for renewables, energy and natural resources. Learn more about Wood Mackenzie on the official website: https://www.woodmac.com/
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Jan 27, 2026 • 44min
Fuel cells are powering AI data center demand: they’ve moved from interesting clean tech to major player. How are utilities using them?
Akhil Bateja, Director of Technology Strategy at Bloom Energy with deep experience in fuel cells and hydrogen, joins to explain why fuel cells have leapt into data center power planning. He discusses how solid oxide fuel cells stack like Lego for fast, modular onsite power. They cover handling AI’s spiky loads with supercapacitors, grid resilience, DC power potential, and pathways to cleaner fuels like hydrogen and biogas.
Jan 13, 2026 • 30min
AI, and the battle for energy in 2026. What clean energy sources are going to meet demand?
Ed Crooks, a seasoned energy journalist and host of The Energy Gang, discusses the transformative impact of AI on the energy landscape by 2026. He explores pressing topics like the race for energy affordability and the U.S. energy dominance agenda. Key technologies such as long-duration storage, geothermal, and advanced nuclear are examined as potential solutions. The conversation delves into the role of data centers in driving power demand, the implications for climate policy, and whether AI could expedite decarbonization while balancing costs.
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Dec 2, 2025 • 37min
How are key renewable energies faring at the end of 2025? Guest host and energy analyst Bridget van Dorsten talks through developments in geothermal, hydrogen and wind.
Bridget Van Dorsten explores the rocky landscape of renewable energies like hydrogen, geothermal, and wind as 2025 wraps up. She discusses oil majors' pullback from renewables and the challenges hydrogen faces with costs and policies. Geothermal shows resilience despite recent shifts, while wind grapples with installation drops and supply chain issues. Amidst these hurdles, some signs of stabilization emerge, alongside strategic updates and investor insights that shape the future of these crucial energy sectors.
Nov 18, 2025 • 38min
Energy policy, technology, and utility challenges: How industry leaders are overcoming barriers
Angela Amos, Director of Commercial Strategy & Innovation at AES Clean Energy, discusses navigating regulatory challenges and integrating technology like battery storage. Inalvis Alvarez Fernandez, Senior energy software professional at Simple Thread, reveals insights on automating grid interconnections and overcoming data challenges. Lindsey Williams, VP at Shoals Technologies, emphasizes the importance of EBOS reliability and domestic manufacturing in solar systems. Together, they explore how collaboration and innovation are critical to advancing the energy transition.
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Nov 4, 2025 • 48min
Will energy storage save the grid? How batteries and the software behind them are reshaping reliability in the age of AI demand
Joanna Martin Ziegenfuss, General Manager for Strategic Market Development at Wärtsilä Energy Storage, and Ruchira Shah, General Manager of Software Product Management, share insights on the role of energy storage in stabilizing the US grid. They discuss how advanced battery technologies and software optimization enhance flexibility for future grid demands. The duo explores the challenges posed by AI data centers and the need for updated market policies that reward rapid responses. Together, they highlight optimistic trends in storage technology and its potential in a decarbonized energy landscape.
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Oct 21, 2025 • 47min
From capture to storage: inside the full CCUS value chain | Recorded live at CCUS in Houston
James Lopez, a CO2 subsurface storage advisor at CEMEX, discusses the complexities of decarbonizing the cement industry, stressing the need for reliable CO2 storage solutions. Glenn Wilson, CFO of Coastal Bend LNG, explains how integrating carbon capture into LNG projects can create a new market for verified carbon value, leveraging tax credits and environmental attributes. Meanwhile, Nick Terrell from Carbon Catalyst shares insights on repurposing UK gas fields for CO2 storage, highlighting the importance of policy alignment for cross-border carbon flows, ultimately shifting CCUS initiatives from theory to practical application.
Oct 10, 2025 • 58min
From policy to possibility: How CCUS is moving from talk to action
Lily Barkau, a groundwater expert from the Wyoming Department of Environmental Quality, discusses how Wyoming became a pioneer in CO₂ storage regulations by fostering local trust and collaboration. Katherine Hough from Gevo highlights innovative links between biogenic CO₂ and sustainable aviation fuel, driving the circular carbon economy forward. Ed Crooks of Wood Mackenzie provides a global perspective on the shifting policy landscape and the role of AI in shaping future CCUS dynamics, emphasizing cautious optimism and the importance of stability in driving investment.
Oct 8, 2025 • 53min
Can finance and policy unlock the carbon capture boom? | Recorded live at CCUS in Houston
Omer Farooq, the Head of Sustainable Asset Finance at Bank of America, discusses financing strategies for CCUS, focusing on the crucial role of policies like 45Q in making projects bankable. Liz McGinley, a Partner at Bracewell LLP, unpacks regulatory hurdles, particularly around permitting and greenhouse gas reporting that impact project timelines. Shahul Hameed from Emerson highlights how oil and gas expertise is essential for CO2 transport and storage, while automation technologies promise to drive down operational costs. Together, they explore a path forward for carbon capture.
Sep 23, 2025 • 29min
What to do now clean energy subsidies are going? Analysis and insights from clean energy’s biggest North American event
In this insightful discussion, Chris Seiple, Vice Chair of Power & Renewables, and Kasim Khan, Senior Analyst at Wood Mackenzie, delve into the complex dynamics of the clean energy landscape post-subsidy shifts. They share firsthand accounts of confusion surrounding new policies and the critical need for compliant supply chains. The conversation highlights the rapid growth of data center demand and innovative utilities exploring interconnection solutions. Storage technologies emerge as game-changers, balancing grid reliability and investor confidence amid uncertainty.
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Sep 16, 2025 • 24min
Navigating the world after OB3: implications for innovation and local manufacturing | Sponsored content from Hithium - Recorded Live at the PowerUp Stage at RE+
Ryan Chen, Chief of Staff at Hithium, and Neil Bradshaw, Director of Global Applications Engineering, delve into the fallout of recent OB3 policies on the U.S. manufacturing landscape. They discuss how these policies ripple through supply chains, impacting everything from battery production to overall innovation. Ryan reveals Hithium’s bold investments in Texas manufacturing, while Neil highlights the challenges faced by U.S. manufacturers reliant on imports. They also explore AI's role in driving demand for energy storage and the complexities of compliance with ever-evolving safety standards.
