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| Ikigai’s Roberto Castiglioni on how storage will power Italy’s 2030 energy goals | 31 Oct 2025 | 00:37:19 | |
In this episode, Leonard speaks with Roberto Castiglioni, co-founder and CEO of Ikigai Group, about how Italy’s storage market is evolving in the wake of the MACSE auction results. They discuss Ikigai’s 2.3GW battery partnership with Copenhagen Infrastructure Partners, the country’s goal to deploy up to 15GW of storage by 2030, and how long-duration and non-lithium technologies could transform Europe’s grid flexibility. The conversation also delves into optimisation, co-location, and repowering as the next frontier of the energy transition in southern Europe. Reach out to us at: podcasts@inspiratia.com | |||
| ContourGlobal's Antonio Cammisecra: "renewables can't be stopped" | 24 Oct 2025 | 00:46:46 | |
inspiratia sat down with Antonio Cammisecra, the chief executive of CountourGlobal, as the IPP gears up to celebrate its 20-year anniversary. Cammisecra walks us through the company’s history and its evolution towards clean energy transition. Reach out to us at: podcasts@inspiratia.com | |||
| MACSE’s low-price gamble, Europe’s offshore wind fatigue, Sweden’s green steel reckoning | 17 Oct 2025 | 00:40:47 | |
We are back with an epsiode packed with news for you. 00:02:21 | Italy's MACSE auction — how 10 GWh of storage cleared at rock bottom prices, why Enel dropped a smaller unit, and what thin margins and grid timing mean for delivery and the next rounds. 00:13:15 | Offshore Wind — UK’s permitting delays for the Five Estuaries, Outer Dowsing, and Morecambe wind farms; Poland’s push to fast-track its Baltic Sea auctions amid political tension; and Lithuania’s faltering tender that left Ignitis the lone bidder, exposing a fragile regional market. 00:31:51 | Green steel — Stegra’s flagship green steel project wrestles with a funding gap, temporary gas use and heavier in house logistics, testing whether Europe can bank hydrogen based steel at scale. Reach out to us at: podcasts@inspiratia.com | |||
| Intesa Sanpaolo's Luca Matrone on the state of renewables financing | 10 Oct 2025 | 00:15:54 | |
In this episode recorded live at our Investing in the Energy Transition event in Milan, inspiratia speaks with Luca Matrone, Global Head of Energy at Intesa Sanpaolo, about how Europe’s leading lenders are navigating a rapidly changing energy market. Maya and Luca discuss the bank’s global renewable strategy, the outlook for hydrogen and storage, and why Italy’s regulatory framework continues to attract capital. From blended finance models to the future of SMRs, this episode explores where institutional finance meets the next wave of clean energy investment. Interested in tickets for our Munich event? Email conferences@inspiratia.com or buy them directly on our website. Reach out to us at: podcasts@inspiratia.com | |||
| Investing in renewables during Milan fashion week, MACSE results & France’s failed offshore tender | 03 Oct 2025 | 00:34:45 | |
We are back to form with this week's episode of Energy Transition Today. We kick off the first part with a debrief of the key takeaways from inspiratia's annual Investing in Energy Transition Summit in Milan. In the news section we start with the breakdown of the much-awaited results of Italy's first battery storage tender. Then onto offshore wind tenders in France, from the semi-successful AO8 process to the failed AO7 tender. We end on the potential strategy shift for TotalEnergies brought on by shareholder pressure to increase profit share. Hosted by:
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| Europe’s independence moment meets Poland’s wind deadlock | 26 Sep 2025 | 00:30:23 | |
00:01:03 | Von der Leyen outlines a bold vision for Europe’s energy sovereignty, from battery manufacturing to grid upgrades and clean tech demand. 00:10:32 | In Poland, a political clash over the 10H rule stalls onshore wind growth, leaving investors and the EU grappling with stalled ambitions. Reach out to us at: podcasts@inspiratia.com | |||
| Trump's UK state visit, Europe's wind politics, Germany's "reality check" | 19 Sep 2025 | 00:35:51 | |
00:02:02 | Trump’s state visit brings billions in AI and nuclear pledges to the UK, but questions remain over grid capacity and energy security. 00:09:49 | Meanwhile, Europe’s offshore wind sector faces political drama, from Dutch subsidies to French and Norwegian tender battles. 00:26:59 | We close with Germany’s stark reality check, where a new energy plan pits acceleration against austerity. Interested in tickets for our Milan event or the awards show? Email conferences@inspiratia.com or buy them directly on our website. Reach out to us at: podcasts@inspiratia.com | |||
| Offshore politicking, hydrogen hopes & banks rally behind UK's biggest battery | 12 Sep 2025 | 00:37:44 | |
00:02:04 | Orsted’s courtroom push to restart Revolution Wind sets the tone as US permits wobble and Massachusetts projects face fresh scrutiny. We also unpack Lithuania’s fourth delay to its 700 MW auction and the EU’s new tripartite contracts bringing governments, developers and industry to the same table for offshore wind, grids and storage. 00:14:57 | Back in Britain, Bluefield secures consent across four solar and storage sites, and Fidra’s 1.4 GW Thorpe Marsh reaches close with a broad banking club and support from the National Wealth Fund. 00:22:47 | In analysis, we stress test the Hydrogen Council’s new data, separating pipeline hype from bankable demand and asking where real offtake will land by 2030. Interested in tickets for our Milan event or the awards show? Email conferences@inspiratia.com or buy them directly on our website. Reach out to us at: podcasts@inspiratia.com | |||
| Trump's offshore hitlist, France's hydrogen gold rush, and AI fast-track | 05 Sep 2025 | 00:50:50 | |
This episode covers a stormy week for offshore wind in the US, contrasts it with South Korea’s public led auction wins and the UK’s late approval for the 1.5 GW Morgan project, then turns to France’s push to drill for natural gold hydrogen. We assess Shell’s decision to drop its Dutch biofuels plant and highlight CIP’s move on Finland’s largest biogas facility, before asking if Europe can repurpose ageing coal and gas sites as data centre campuses to meet fast growing AI demand. 00:02:04 | Offshore wind battles: US turmoil, Asian growth, and UK progress Interested in tickets for our Milan event or the awards show? Email conferences@inspiratia.com or buy them directly on our website. Reach out to us at: podcasts@inspiratia.com | |||
| And it gets worse: Ørsted’s US woes deepen joined by US Wind and moral support from Equinor | 29 Aug 2025 | 00:40:13 | |
Ørsted’s US troubles deepen with a massive rights issue and political headwinds, while the Danish giant also exits Scotland’s Salamander floating wind project. We cover the looming collapse of Maryland’s 2.2GW offshore scheme and Mitsubishi’s retreat from Japan offshore wind, alongside Germany’s pivot from Chinese turbines to Siemens. Interested in tickets for our Milan event or the awards show? Email conferences@inspiratia.com or buy them directly on our website. Reach out to us at: podcasts@inspiratia.com | |||
| Gresham Fund reloads, Google bets nuclear, Scotland floats 1GW | 22 Aug 2025 | 00:31:40 | |
This week on Energy Transition Today: Gresham House reloads with a £240m refinancing, Sosteneo and Nuveen close fresh funds, and data centres from Texas to Finland drive record deals. We also look at Google’s nuclear PPA with Kairos and Equinix’s SMR bets, before closing with Scotland and France pushing floating wind to new milestones. Interested in tickets for our Milan event or the awards show? Email conferences@inspiratia.com or buy directly on our website. Reach out to us at: podcasts@inspiratia.com | |||
| Death by a 1000 cuts: Ørsted share price plunge, Sumitomo offshore volte-face and France energy bill tug of war | 15 Aug 2025 | 00:34:18 | |
In this week’s episode of Energy Transition Today, we unpack a turbulent period for offshore wind and renewable energy policy across the world. We begin with Orsted’s plan to raise nearly €8 billion to fund its US offshore wind projects after investor pullback and a 30% share price drop, as the company signals plans to scale back in the US. In Estonia, Sumitomo has withdrawn from a joint offshore wind venture in Estonia, citing unclear government support, which casts uncertainty over the project’s future. The Dutch government has also reshaped the 2 GW IJmuiden Ver Beta project, delaying its green hydrogen phase and splitting delivery into two stages. There’s better news from Romania, where the latest CfD auction awarded 2.75GW of onshore wind and solar with 15-year support. But in Poland, a presidential veto threat could block reforms to ease onshore wind restrictions. We close with France’s ongoing delay to its multi-annual energy program, which is stalling major offshore auctions. Across the board, renewable investment is increasingly caught in political crossfire, with shifting policies and investor caution shaping the sector’s trajectory. Hosted by: Maya Chavvakula – Head of News Find all of our latest news and analysis by subscribing to inspiratia Listen to all our episodes on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and other providers. Music credit: NDA/Show You instrumental/Tribe of Noise Reach out to us at: podcasts@inspiratia.com | |||
| A week of relentless pearl clutching: Failure of Germany’s offshore tender, death of hydrogen cars and signs of real trouble at Gore Street Storage Fund | 08 Aug 2025 | 00:36:05 | |
In this week’s episode of Energy Transition Today, we begin with latest goings on in the UK market with the half-hearted outrage at new delivery estimates for Sizewell C nuclear plant. We then delve into the latest developments from the ongoing row between the management of Gore Street Storage Fund and some of its investors. On to Germany with Vattenfall’s foray into the country’s onshore wind market and the disastrous but predictable failure of its latest 2.5GW offshore wind tender. We also touch on US scrapping offshore wind leasing schedule and Trump administration’s plans to rescind $7 billion in solar subsidies previously allocated to low-income households across the country.
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| Samuel L Jackson’s love for offshore wind, further revolt at Gore Street and EC’s lacklustre climate budget | 01 Aug 2025 | 00:28:08 | |
In this week’s episode of Energy Transition Today, we start with the most important energy transition news of the week, nay the year, actor Samuel L Jackson’s partnership with Vattenfall for seaweed crisps.
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| A major win for nuclear in Europe? While Equinor takes a $1bn hit on US offshore wind portfolio | 25 Jul 2025 | 00:32:51 | |
In this week’s episode of Energy Transition Today we start with a breakdown of major European nuclear news: the sale of equity stake and financing strategy for Sizewell C in the UK along with Bulgaria’s plans for expansion of its nuclear output. In the next part we discuss the debt package for Rezolv’s onshore wind farm in Romania, the sale of bp’s 1.7GW US onshore wind portfolio, Equinor’s offshore wind impairment and OVO Energy’s onshore wind repowering plans in the UK. On to funds news, we breakdown the structure of Macquarie’s first Europe infra debt strategy and end on shareholder troubles brought on by declining share price of Gore Street Storage fund. Reach out to us at: podcasts@inspiratia.com | |||
| Trump takes an axe to another offshore wind farm while UK codified concessions for the asset class | 18 Jul 2025 | 00:36:39 | |
In this week’s episode of Energy Transition Today we go over the four major financial closes announced during the course of last week: Cero’s £200m package for a solar trio in the UK, CityFibre’s £2.3bn deal for FTTH rollout, Osprey Charging’s £110m facility for EV charging networks and Iberdrola-Masdar JV’s £3.6bn deal for a 1.4GW offshore wind farm. Staying on the offshore wind theme we breakdown the new reforms to the upcoming AR7 auction, rollback of Dutch offshore wind targets and Trump’s latest attempt at derail US’ offshore wind build out. We wrap up with policy updates on zonal pricing and Stellantis’ fails hydrogen gamble. Reach out to us at: podcasts@inspiratia.com | |||
| Xlinks sacrificed at Sizewell C alter, Trumps ren attack passed into law + update on French and Dutch policy reforms | 10 Jul 2025 | 00:39:06 | |
In this week’s episode of Energy Transition Today, we begin with the latest update on the French energy infra bill and the likely outcomes for the proposal. Reach out to us at: podcasts@inspiratia.com | |||
| France avoids renewables disaster and Xlinks dealt a blow by the UK gov | 03 Jul 2025 | 00:40:23 | |
In this week's episode of energy transition today we discuss the outcome of the vote on France's controversial energy bill and what it means for the country's build out ambitions. In the UK, we breakdown the circumstances surrounding the government begging off support for the 11.5GW Xlinks project potentially threatening the imminent financial close on phase one. We also touch on Northvolt's ongoing piecemeal sale, the collapse of a 2.2GW hydrogen project in Australia, potential merger of Ovo Energy and Scottish Power and the suspension of the $6 billion sale process for Cubico. Hosted by:
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| UK reaffirms renewables pledge while France threatens to nuke its progress | 26 Jun 2025 | 00:33:16 | |
In this week's episode of Energy Transition Today, the team breaks down the salient points of the UK's spending review and the related 10-year infrastructure strategy. Most notably, the proposal to expand the remit of the Clean Industry Bonus to subsidise onshore wind and hydrogen. Across the Channel, the French far-right has introduced a poison pill to an infrastructure bill that threatens to halt all renewable energy projects. On the news front, we go over Apollo's nuclear investment, Aries' Plenitude acquisition, Startkraft's reduced renewables mandate and SDCL's share price woes. We rounded off the discussion with the European Commission's proposal for an AI gigafactory PPP proposal and its progress in Germany. Hosted by:
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| Financing European Renewables Summit debrief and more offshore wind chaos | 19 Jun 2025 | 00:39:43 | |
In this week's episode of Energy Transition Today, the team summarises the key takeaways from inspiratia's Financing Renewables Summit 2025. We analyse the implications of the Iberian Peninsula blackout and how that has impacted the private sector's appetite for renewables in the region. We also go over the evolving risk profile and complex financing structures being developed to allow the private sector to fund the buildout of renewables. On the news front, we unpack the results of the latest German offshore wind tender, the developments for the Global Offshore Wind Conference 2025 and plans for electricity interconnection between France and Spain. Hosted by:
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| Batteries and long-duration storage as the tide turns on nuclear | 13 Jun 2025 | 00:29:49 | |
In this week's episode of Energy Transition Today, we discuss the latest updates surrounding Ofgem's Long Duration Energy Storage (LDES) tender. With the deadline for submissions now closed, what's next for the auction and what are the key dates to keep in your diaries? We also explore the latest news in the nuclear sector, with the UK's government coming out in full support of the Sufolk-based Sizewell C project, all eyes are on the space. In keeping with this theme, we also take a deep dive into the nuclear landscape across Europe and the US – sharing which countries are recommitting to the technology and what projects are coming down the pike. On the battery energy storage (BESS) front, we discuss Spain's recently announced BESS tender, and which company is making its first foray into the German BESS market. Hosted by: Natalie Bannerman – Senior Reporter Ashkenaz A.L. – Senior Reporter Aishwarya Harsure – Analyst Reach out to us at: podcasts@inspiratia.com Find all of our latest news and analysis by subscribing to inspiratia Listen to all our episodes on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and other providers. Music credit: NDA/Show You instrumental/Tribe of Noise Reach out to us at: podcasts@inspiratia.com | |||
| Politics vs Policy: the struggle for clarity and how it can hinder the energy transition | 06 Jun 2025 | 00:33:32 | |
In this week's episode of Energy Transition Today, we discuss the dramatic collapse of the Dutch government and its implications for the country's offshore wind push. We also review the UK's Allocation Round 7 and the reasons behind why market expectations for this process may not align with reality. In a similar vein, why some of the provisions under the country's inaugural cap and floor scheme for long duration storage could threaten the bankability of the asset class. On the offshore wind front, we discuss the developments for the sector in France and Lithuania and round off the news with Foresight's renewables spending spree. This week, we also take a closer look at Trump's One Big Beautiful Bill and the proposed support for nuclear energy. Hosted by:
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| Glimmer of hope for European renewables as Trump threatens to derail progress in US | 30 May 2025 | 00:24:20 | |
In this episode, the team breaks down the positive developments for renewables in Europe, from Equinor JVs' €6bn debt package for its offshore wind duo in Poland to Sweden ratifying the bill that will guarantee subsidies for new nuclear plants. We also go over Royal London's acquisition of Dalmore Capital and Grenergy's battery storage ambition in Europe. Checking in on the other side of the pond, we analyse the implications of US President Donald Trump's "One Big Beautiful Bill" and the detrimental impact it will have on the renewables sector if passed into law. Hosted by:
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| Hydrogen and offshore wind: highs and lows, mostly lows | 22 May 2025 | 00:43:27 | |
In this episode, the team analyses the prominent hydrogen and offshore wind developments in the first half of May. We go over the grant award under European Commission's second hydrogen bank auction which also included a provision for the use of hydrogen derivative as bunker fuel, a first under this mechanism.
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| Targets vs Reality: Shaping tomorrow’s energy markets | 16 May 2025 | 00:35:34 | |
In this episode, the team breaks down a turbulent few weeks for clean energy development. From Orsted pulling the plug on supply chain contracts for Hornsea 4, to Statkraft’s suspension of new green hydrogen developments. Yet Spain bucks the trend, doubling down with ambitious targets. We assess whether that ambition can turn into delivery. We also take a deep dive into the UK’s energy market reform. Zonal pricing remains one of REMA’s most contentious proposals. We explore lessons from Sweden and Norway, the industrial stakes, and what the transition could mean for the grid, consumers, and developers alike. Also in the episode, updates on the Clean Industry Bonus and offshore wind support, a £1.35bn grid investment from Scottish Power, and a look at the UK’s steel crisis and the path to green steel. Hosted by:
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| What happened to Spain's grid? | 02 May 2025 | 00:30:19 | |
This week, we unpack a dramatic week for the Iberian energy system. On 28 April, Spain, Portugal, and parts of southern France were plunged into darkness by a massive grid failure, affecting millions of people. We investigate what went wrong. We then turn to Spain’s hydrogen sector, where a new offshore pilot project and a national support scheme suggest the momentum for renewable hydrogen is returning. We also unpack updates from Germany’s solar and hydrogen sectors, with auction results and new grants on the way. Finally, we examine the implications of Germany’s new CDU-led coalition, set to take office under Friedrich Merz. What will this mean for the country’s climate targets, hydrogen priorities, and controversial policies on nuclear and heating? Will the new government reset Germany’s energy diplomacy on the European stage? Plus: Insight on what to expect at the Financing European Renewables Summit in Madrid this June. Reach out to us at: podcasts@inspiratia.com | |||
| Hype and hard truths: Energy storage and hydrogen in Europe | 04 Apr 2025 | 00:37:26 | |
In this episode, we cover the latest developments in hydrogen, energy storage, and grid infrastructure across the UK and Europe. We begin with a focus on hydrogen, examining new project acquisitions, financial restructuring efforts, and updates from the UK government's consultations. We then reflect on key takeaways from our recent Energy Storage Summit, where industry participants debated the effectiveness of tender-led versus merchant market models. Drawing on comparisons between the UK, Germany, and Italy, we explore how different markets are attracting investment and securing long-term revenues for battery storage projects. Finally, we examine the state of the UK’s grid infrastructure, including recent planning approvals, new funding mechanisms, and regulatory reforms. Hosted by:
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| Batteries, bills and backlogs | 21 Mar 2025 | 00:35:43 | |
In this week's episode, we delve into the fast-evolving landscape of battery energy storage systems (BESS) ahead of inspiratia’s Energy Storage Summit on 27 March in London, from Italy’s long-delayed but now-confirmed MACSE Auctions to the latest UK capacity market results. We also bring you an update on the UK's Long Duration Energy Storage (LDES) cap-and-floor scheme details released by Ofgem and DESNZ, and dive into the UK’s Planning and Infrastructure Bill, asking what it means for unlocking grid connections and streamlining major project approvals. Register for the Energy Storage Summit here Hosted by:
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| Tomorrow's Leaders: Insights from Davos | 14 Mar 2025 | 00:35:08 | |
In this special bonus episode of Energy Transition Today, we launch our new Tomorrow’s Leaders series with two young voices shaping the future of sustainability: Leonard Walton and Teo Hasecic. Leo and Theo have already made an impact on the international stage, recently speaking at Davos 2025 about the energy transition, sustainability, and the role of new technologies. In this episode, they share their insights on their journey into the energy transition space, the evolving role of young leaders in shaping climate policy and energy finance, and key takeaways from Davos, including optimism in green innovation despite global political shifts We discuss the perspective of the young people who will inherit the climate crisis and what major innovations in AI and sustainable agriculture mean for the future of energy. Join us at inspiratia’s Energy Storage Summit on 27th March, where industry leaders will explore the future of energy storage, financing, and innovation in the energy transition. Hosted by:
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| Major resets and a new offshore manufacturing strategy | 07 Mar 2025 | 00:34:00 | |
This week we break down bp's strategic pivot away from renewables, as the energy major scales back green investments in favour of oil and gas. What does this mean for the energy transition and the wider renewables market? Reach out to us at: podcasts@inspiratia.com | |||
| Bluefield: A new value-add strategy for renewables | 27 Feb 2025 | 00:34:45 | |
In this episode, we sit down with Giovanni Terranova, Managing Partner and Co-Founder of Bluefield Group, and Jonathan Selwyn, Managing Director of Bluefield Development. They share insights into the company's evolution from a solar-focused investment manager to a fully integrated renewable energy platform spanning solar, wind, and battery storage. We explore the shifting investment landscape in renewables, the increasing role of private debt, and the challenges and opportunities of project development in a rapidly changing market. Terranova and Selwyn discuss their approach to repowering and revamping existing assets, financing models for battery storage, and the complexities of integrating energy storage into established sites. Hosted by:
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| The future of sustainable investing | 18 Feb 2025 | 00:30:30 | |
As companies scale back their renewable energy targets and investors reassess their sustainability strategies, we ask how relevant ESG is in 2025. Hosted by:
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| America's energy emergency | 24 Jan 2025 | 00:36:34 | |
In this episode, the team unpacks the impact of President Trump’s return to office on the energy transition, including the suspension of funding for renewable projects under the Inflation Reduction Act and a broader rollback of Biden-era climate policies. We ask what this and other policy shifts will mean for 2025 and beyond.
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| Powering Tomorrow - with Viola and Jaroslava Korpanec | 17 Jan 2025 | 00:27:34 | |
In this episode, Viola sits down with Jaroslava Korpanec, Partner and Head of Central and Eastern Europe Energy Infrastructure at Actis, to discuss the role of investment in driving the energy transition. Korpanec shares her insights into Actis's legacy in renewable energy development across emerging markets, focusing on the opportunities and challenges in Central and Eastern Europe. The conversation explores key topics such as the decarbonisation of economies, the importance of regulatory stability, and the need for infrastructure investment to modernise ageing energy grids. Korpanec also highlights emerging opportunities in energy storage, efficiency, and smart grids while discussing the broader implications of geopolitical shifts and climate policy on the renewable energy sector.
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| Decarbonising 2025: Batteries, carbon capture, and SAF | 10 Jan 2025 | 00:29:14 | |
In this episode, we dive into the latest developments shaping the energy landscape in 2025. Also in this episode, we look at the latest UK government contracts in carbon capture and hydrogen production. Breaking down the recently signed agreements under the East Coast Cluster, the innovative financial models being deployed to support these projects, and the implications for decarbonising industrial regions.
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| inspiratia meets: TLT | 13 Dec 2024 | 00:28:07 | |
In this episode, we speak with TLT’s Future Energy Team to discuss how the UK can create a zero carbon grid. Together, we explore the pressing challenges facing the UK’s grid infrastructure, including grid connection delays, rising costs, and the urgent need for reforms to meet decarbonisation targets by 2030 and 2050. The discussion highlights innovative solutions such as hybrid generation, private grids, and the evolving role of energy storage, alongside the regulatory changes required to accelerate progress.
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| Powering Tomorrow - with Viola and Alice Cajani | 06 Dec 2024 | 00:25:41 | |
In this episode, Viola is joined by Alice Cajani, Global Director of Energy Management at Enfinity Global, for a comprehensive discussion on the evolving landscape of renewable energy and Power Purchase Agreements (PPAs). Cajani shares insights into Enfinity Global’s journey from its foundation in 2019 to becoming a global leader with a portfolio exceeding 26GW of renewable projects across key markets. The conversation delves into trends shaping energy commercialisation in 2024, including the rise of 24/7 carbon-free energy solutions, the role of energy storage, and the evolution of PPAs into tailored client-centric agreements. We explore a blueprint for driving the energy transition forward. Hosted by:
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| Emerging markets and trends from 2024 | 29 Nov 2024 | 00:41:34 | |
In this episode, we delve into the latest developments shaping the global energy transition. We discuss updates from Eastern Europe, focusing on Serbia, Romania, and Azerbaijan, and analyse the evolving dynamics of Poland’s renewable market.
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| Tenders, award winners, and long-duration storage | 22 Nov 2024 | 00:31:22 | |
In this episode, we dive into the latest developments across the energy transition landscape. From wind tenders in Lithuania, France, and Romania to new funding mechanisms for renewable hydrogen across Europe. We highlight the winners from the 2024 Europe Energy Transition Awards, recognising the standout deals and companies from across the market. Reach out to us at: podcasts@inspiratia.com | |||
| Energy geopolitics | 15 Nov 2024 | 00:30:33 | |
In this episode, we delve into key events currently shaping the global energy landscape. We start with an update on COP 29 in Azerbaijan, highlighting its emphasis on climate finance and the new international carbon credit market. Against this backdrop, we analyse the implications of Donald Trump's re-election on US energy policies and the potential repercussions for global climate commitments. Additionally, we discuss Sweden's unexpected rejection of offshore wind projects due to national security reasons. We also explore the UK's introduction of the Clean Industry Bonus, designed to enhance sustainable practices within renewable energy supply chains. The episode concludes with an in-depth look at the recent slowdown in the European heat pump market, investigating the factors behind the decline and the resulting challenges for meeting the EU's decarbonisation goals.
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| Powering Tomorrow - with Viola and Michele Schiavone | 08 Nov 2024 | 00:37:24 | |
In this episode, Viola is joined by Michele Schiavone, Market Director for Italy at Copenhagen Offshore Partners and Divento, to explore Italy’s evolving offshore wind sector, especially the growth of floating wind technology. Schiavone delves into Copenhagen Offshore Partners’ role within the Copenhagen Infrastructure Partners family and discusses the strategic opportunities in Italy's offshore wind market.
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| Changing tides: The UK Budget's new direction | 01 Nov 2024 | 00:32:17 | |
In this episode, we break down the UK Autumn Budget and unpack its impact on the energy sector, from new tax hikes to extended windfall levies. We explore how the Chanellors' new fiscal rules could fundamentally change the UK's investment environment.
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| Powering Tomorrow - with Viola and Tami Miguens | 25 Oct 2024 | 00:27:13 | |
In this episode, Viola welcomes Tami Miguens, Director of Software Engineering at Eavor Technologies, to explore cutting-edge advancements in geothermal energy. Miguens delves into the mechanics and mission behind Eavor's innovative "Eavor-Loop" system, a pioneering closed-loop geothermal technology capable of delivering clean, local, and base-load energy almost anywhere on the planet. Reach out to us at: podcasts@inspiratia.com | |||
| UK investment week | 18 Oct 2024 | 00:34:46 | |
In this episode, we provide a comprehensive analysis of this week's UK Investment Summit and the major announcements that came out of it. We bring you the latest on the rebranding of the UK Infrastructure Bank into the much-anticipated National Wealth Fund and its implications for infrastructure and energy transition projects. Key topics include the billions in new funding commitment and sectors such as carbon capture, decarbonised industry, and gigafactories.
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| inspiratia meets: cQuant | 11 Oct 2024 | 00:27:39 | |
In this first episode of our new podcast series, inspiratia meets, we welcome Pierre Lebon, Director of Analytics at cQuant, for an insightful discussion on the critical role data analytics plays in the energy sector. Pierre, with over 20 years of experience in asset valuation, risk management, and portfolio optimisation, shares how cQuant's advanced analytics platform helps clients navigate the complexities of the energy transition.
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| Powering Tomorrow - with Viola and Gareth Dauley | 27 Sep 2024 | 00:32:55 | |
In this episode, Viola is joined by Gareth Dauley, chief executive officer of KOE Group and co-founder of the non-profit IntoNetZero. Gareth discusses his work in bridging the skills gap in the energy sector, promoting diversity, and fostering entrepreneurship through IntoNetZero.
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| A cascade of CfDs | 20 Sep 2024 | 00:29:36 | |
In this episode, we dive into the latest Contracts for Difference (CfD) auction results from the UK's AR6 round. After a disappointing AR5 with no new offshore wind projects, AR6 saw a resurgence, with 9.6GW of renewable capacity awarded. We also bring you the latest on the German onshore and solar wind tenders. These sectors continue to grow, but is Germany keeping pace with its ambitious targets?
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| Powering Tomorrow - with Viola and Francesco Cacciabue | 13 Sep 2024 | 00:37:57 | |
In this episode, Viola is joined by Francesco Cacciabue, Global Head of Clean Energy Investment at Nuveen Infrastructure. They discuss the company’s recent rebranding and its strategic implications for clean energy, infrastructure debt, and digital infrastructure investments.
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| The Inflation Reduction Act: Two years on | 06 Sep 2024 | 00:25:47 | |
After a summer break, we return to dive into the latest developments in the energy transition sector. We discuss the UK's evolving planning regime under the new government and its implications for renewable projects, as well as significant updates from the offshore wind sector in Poland.
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| Powering Tomorrow - with Viola and Jan-Peter Müller | 23 Aug 2024 | 00:30:19 | |
In this episode, Viola sits down with Jan-Peter Müller, Managing Director and Global Head of Energy & Mobility at BayernLB. Their conversation delves into the critical role of financing in the decarbonisation of the transport sector and how BayernLB is positioning itself at the forefront of this transition.
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