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Columbia Energy Exchange

Columbia University
Climate Change
Renewable Energy
COP28
Energy Transition
Inflation Reduction Act
Fossil Fuels
Energy Policy
Loss and Damage
UAE
Environmental Policy
Israel Hamas War
Biden Administration
Net Zero
Us-China Climate Cooperation Agreement
Natural Gas
Electric Vehicles
Climate Policy
Africa
Health Impacts
Hurricane Sandy

Columbia Energy Exchange features in-depth conversations with the world's top energy and climate leaders from government, business, academia and civil society. The program explores today's most pressing opportunities and challenges across energy sources, financial markets, geopolitics and climate change as well as their implications for both the U.S. and the world.

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President Trump has aggressively used tariffs as an economic tool, but a US Supreme Court decision on Friday struck down his sweeping tariffs, bringing new uncertainty. The court, in a 6-to-3 decision, ruled that the president had exceeded his author... more

Under the second Trump administration, the US Department of Energy significantly shifted its priorities to align with its "energy dominance" agenda. But one significant point of continuity with the Biden years is a continued emphasis on energy securi... more

The Trump administration has prioritized nuclear energy expansion, aiming to increase US nuclear capacity fourfold by 2050. This nuclear energy resurgence in the US is a rare issue with bipartisan support, and tech companies have poured billions of d... more

As political support for clean energy has waxed and waned over the past twenty years, so has the government's financial backing. In the 2010s, critics pointed to the failed solar startup Solyndra, which the Department of Energy had backed to the tune... more

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Recent Guests

Alex Fitzsimmons
Acting Under Secretary of the US Department of Energy
US Department of Energy
Episode: Alex Fitzsimmons on the DOE's 'Energy Dominance' Agenda
Laura Holgate
President of LSHH International Advisors and former ambassador to the International Atomic Energy Agency
Episode: Laura Holgate on the Promise and Perils of Nuclear Innovation
Jigar Shah
Co-managing partner at clean tech advisory firm Multiplier.
Multiplier
Episode: Jigar Shah Wants to Depoliticize Energy
Michael Webber
Professor at UT Austin, author, and former CTO of Energy Impact Partners
University of Texas at Austin
Episode: Michael Webber on What's Behind Rising Energy Costs
Maxine Joselow
A reporter for The New York Times, covering climate policy from Washington, DC.
The New York Times
Episode: Reporters' Roundtable: What's Driving US Energy Policy News in 2026?
Josh Siegel
An energy reporter for POLITICO, focusing on Congress.
POLITICO
Episode: Reporters' Roundtable: What's Driving US Energy Policy News in 2026?
Anja Manuel
Co-founder and partner at Rice, Hadley, Gates & Manuel, Executive Director of the Aspen Strategy Group and Aspen Security Forum
Rice, Hadley, Gates & Manuel
Episode: Anja Manuel on the Next Era of Great Power Competition
Luisa Palacios
Research team leader and fellow at the Center on Global Energy Policy, former chairwoman of CITGO Petroleum Corporation
Center on Global Energy Policy
Episode: Luisa Palacios and Eddie Fishman on the US Pressure Campaign on Venezuela's Oil
Roland Horne
Thomas Davies Barrow Professor of Earth Sciences and Director of the Geothermal Program at Stanford University
Stanford University
Episode: From Hot Rocks to Clean Power: Roland Horne on the Future of Geothermal

Hosts

Bill Loveless
Host of the Columbia Energy Exchange, engaging in discussions about the energy landscape with various experts.
Jason Bordoff
Founding Director of the Center on Global Energy Policy, specializing in energy policy and statecraft discussions.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 600 ratings
  • One of the best views on US power so far

    Podcast Addict
    4
    Deepthroat
    25 days ago
  • One of the Best Energy Podcasts

    this is a substantial podcast essential for my high level understanding of issues around the energy transition, especially those related to policy. A great service of the community and thankfully, without all the hype. Thank you.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Bosco Rio
    United States2 months ago
  • Tremendous Resource

    This podcast is essential listening for anyone remotely connected to energy futures or policy or consumption

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Jim Hull MA
    United States6 months ago
  • Great

    Great podcast. So informative and insightful discussions. Salute!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    MiaaaaFang
    Hong Kong6 months ago
  • US centric blindness

    Mostly affected by a very US centric understanding of the energy industry and expression of the empire’s view on policy and global changes.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Thecycletron
    Sweden8 months ago

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Many listeners appreciate the insightful analysis and diverse perspectives, stating that the podcast enhances their understanding of complex energy and climate issues.

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Laura Holgate on the Promise and Perils of Nuclear Innovation
Q: What could accelerate safe deployment of advanced reactors?
An order book with a clear direction on which reactors to develop and greater federal investment could help.
Laura Holgate on the Promise and Perils of Nuclear Innovation
Q: What is the single biggest misconception the public or policy makers have about nuclear energy?
Many wrongly think that nuclear power plants can easily produce material for weapons and misunderstand the differences between energy and weapons use.
Laura Holgate on the Promise and Perils of Nuclear Innovation
Q: What do you make of this policy?
It reflects a continuation of a bipartisan support for nuclear energy, building on previous commitments and aiming for a significant increase in capacity.
Alex Fitzsimmons on the DOE's 'Energy Dominance' Agenda
Q: How can the energy sector balance the need for speed with the requirements of security?
By ensuring that security is prioritized without hindering the need for rapid energy infrastructure development.
Alex Fitzsimmons on the DOE's 'Energy Dominance' Agenda
Q: What does the administration's waning support for renewables and low-carbon industries mean for American clean energy innovation?
It raises concerns for future American clean energy innovation as a result of shifting policy priorities.

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A breadth of compelling discussions around energy and climate issues captures listeners' attention, drawing insights from prominent leaders across various sectors, including government, business, academia, and civil society. Episodes tackle a wide array of relevant and intricate topics such as energy affordability, climate change, and the geopolitical implications of energy policy, often exploring the latest research and perspectives on the transition to renewable energy sources. The podcast's unique focus on parsing out the complexities of energy markets and their global dimensions, coupled with a commitment to diverse viewpoints, makes it a valuable resource for anyone engaged in or interested in the energy sector.

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2. Laura Holgate
3. Jigar Shah
4. Michael Webber
5. Maxine Joselow
6. Josh Siegel
7. Anja Manuel
8. Luisa Palacios

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