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Columbia Energy Exchange

Columbia University
Climate Change
China
Renewable Energy
Energy Security
Inflation Reduction Act
Energy Transition
Energy Policy
United States
Clean Energy Transition
Clean Energy
Artificial Intelligence
Nuclear Energy
Iran
National Security
Russia
Natural Gas
Geopolitics
Biden Administration
Electric Vehicles
Trump Administration

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 policy, financial markets, geopolitics, and climate change as well as their implications for both the U.S. and the world.

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Energy abundance means different things in today's global context than it did even a decade ago. It is about expanding electricity access while meeting rising energy demand. It is about navigating geopolitical fragmentation, limited government suppor... more

Abundance and affordability have become buzzwords among policymakers, who often have sharply different interpretations of how to attain them. To some, an energy abundance agenda means fewer regulatory barriers to produce more clean, cheap power. Othe... more

It started last year as a pressure campaign at sea, with the United States seizing tankers as part of what President Trump called a "total and complete blockade" of vessels carrying Venezuelan crude subject to US sanctions. It crescendoed on January ... more

Over the past five months, the Strait of Hormuz has been closed for extended stretches of time, disrupting roughly 10 to 15 million barrels of oil supply each day. It is the biggest energy supply shock in history, but global energy markets are defyin... more

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Recent Guests

Matthew Yglesias
Political commentator, journalist and author; writer of Slow Boring and co-host of The Argument
Slow Boring / The Argument
Episode: Matthew Yglesias on Abundance and the Politics of Energy
Alan Armstrong
U.S. Senator representing Oklahoma; former CEO of Williams Companies
U.S. Senate
Episode: Senator Alan Armstrong on Building American Energy Infrastructure
Tom Moerenhout
Lead of the Critical Minerals Initiative at the Center on Global Energy Policy
Columbia University / World Economic Forum report contributor
Episode: Tom Moerenhout and Tomasz Nadrowski on Fixing the Mineral Supply Chain
Thomas Nadrowski
Co-founder and portfolio manager at Amvest Terraden
Amvest Terraden
Episode: Tom Moerenhout and Tomasz Nadrowski on Fixing the Mineral Supply Chain
Suzanne Maloney
Vice President and Director of the Foreign Policy Program at the Brookings Institution
Brookings Institution
Episode: Suzanne Maloney on Whether Perpetual Conflict is New Normal for the Gulf
Alice Yake
Vice President of Grids at Breakthrough Energy
Breakthrough Energy
Episode: Alice Yake on Planning for a Reliable, Cleaner Grid
Doug Arendt
Global fellow at CGEP and Emeritus Executive Director at the Foundation for the National Laboratory for the Rockies
Center on Global Energy Policy, Columbia University; Foundation for the National Lab of the Rockies
Episode: Doug Arent and Robin Millican on What's Really Driving Electricity Prices
Robin Millican
Director of research programs and strategic partnerships at CGEP
Center on Global Energy Policy, Columbia University
Episode: Doug Arent and Robin Millican on What's Really Driving Electricity Prices
Michael Cembalest
Chairman of Market and Investment Strategy for JP Morgan Asset Management
JP Morgan Asset Management
Episode: Michael Cembalest Does the Math on the Energy Transition

Hosts

Jason Bordoff
Host with a background in energy policy and global energy policy leadership.
Bill Loveless
Co-host bringing industry and policy experience to energy discussions.
Daniel Sternoff
Host of the Columbia Energy Exchange rapid response series and related policy discussions.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 613 ratings
  • Delusional US-centric view of the world

    It is more painful to listen to this episode on Greenland from a former Biden official than if they had had a Trump apparatchik on. The inability to tackle or even acknowledge the enormous damage done to US-Greenland and US-Danish relations by Trump’s warmongering makes the entire episode almost laughable and irrelevant. Truly shameful from both the host and the guest for what purports to be geopolitical analysis.

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    DMR40
    United Kingdom3 months ago
  • One of the best views on US power so far

    Podcast Addict
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    Deepthroat
    7 months 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
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    Bosco Rio
    United States8 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 Statesa year ago
  • Great

    Great podcast. So informative and insightful discussions. Salute!

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    MiaaaaFang
    Hong Konga year ago

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Insightful, high-quality analysis from energy experts.
Generally viewed as a go-to for in-depth energy policy content.
Well-structured discussions that translate complex topics into practical takeaways.
Strong guest lineups with diverse perspectives on energy policy and markets.

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Matthew Yglesias on Abundance and the Politics of Energy
Q: What is your view on the role of renewable energy versus other options like nuclear or natural gas in achieving a reliable, affordable energy future?
There is no single silver bullet; successful energy systems combine renewables with reliable firm power such as nuclear or natural gas where appropriate, and policy should use a mix of incentives and permitting reforms to enable a balanced, affordable transition that works for both the US and the world.
Matthew Yglesias on Abundance and the Politics of Energy
Q: What did you think of the political strategy of the Inflation Reduction Act and what lessons does that hold for future climate policy?
The IRA managed to pass with relatively limited backfire compared to other major laws, suggesting that crafting a middle-ground economically focused approach—emphasizing affordability and inflationary impacts—helped sustain political support and avoid strong countermobilization. The broader takeaway is that policy needs to balance ambition with practical political economy to endure over time.
Luisa Palacios on Rebuilding Venezuela's Oil Industry After the Quakes
Q: Talk about the role of the Trump administration in all of this. Early on there were statements about how much oil would be turned over and how revenues would be managed. What is our best understanding today?
Oil export revenues are flowing to a US-designated account under Executive Order 14373, but there is unclear visibility on flows and spending; the overall policy environment remains highly linked to sanctions and the trajectory of US policy, which creates investment risk.
Iran Conflict Brief: How Renewed Strikes Impact Global Energy
Q: Karen, when this MOU was signed, what did you see as the immediate benefits for Tehran and how might those have influenced Iran's subsequent actions?
The MOU provided Iran with sanctions relief and access to previously frozen assets, which made it strategically valuable for Tehran to push for continued engagement; however, since the benefits were front-loaded, Iran sought ways to secure more durable advantages, including leverage over shipping routes and continued pressure to negotiate from a position of strength.
Suzanne Maloney on Whether Perpetual Conflict is New Normal for the Gulf
Q: What is the energy takeaway from this conversation for energy markets?
Energy markets remain hostage to political risk; opening of the Strait is unlikely to be fully normal in the near term, which keeps oil supply concerns and price volatility alive.

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What is Columbia Energy Exchange about and what kind of topics does it cover?

This show offers in-depth conversations with leading figures across government, business, academia, and civil society on energy policy, markets, geopolitics, and climate. Episodes frequently center on US and global energy transitions, infrastructure, and security—covering sanctions, governance, critical minerals, grid modernization, LNG, and nuclear regulation. A standout pattern is the pairing of senior policymakers or industry leaders with researchers or analysts to unpack complex policy tools, market dynamics, and geopolitical risk, often with a focus on practical implications for investment and regulation. The format tends to blend rigorous analysis with accessible storytelling, making it valuable for listeners who want both high-level ... more

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2. Alan Armstrong
3. Tom Moerenhout
4. Thomas Nadrowski
5. Suzanne Maloney
6. Alice Yake
7. Doug Arendt
8. Robin Millican

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