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Your regular deep dive into recent reports on climate and energy with Frankie Muskovic, Luke Menzel and Tennant Reed. Because there is too much.

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This week our Bonus episode includes Frankie, Luke and Tennant look to the light to focus on some of things that have us excited and optimistic about climate action - bec... more

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Recent Guests

Frankie Muskovic
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Chris Bowen
Minister, Australian Government representative
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Clare McLaughlin
Listener and question asker
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Erwin Jackson
Questioner on governance and policy reforms
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Georgina Woods
Questioner on gas industry and transition
Industry stakeholder
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Anna Skarbek
Climate Works Centre CEO (well-wished message)
Climate Works Centre
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Barry Sterland
Productivity Commissioner (well-wished message)
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Alison Reeve
Former co-host, contributor (voice message)
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Tom Quinn
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Hosts

Luke Menzel
Host of Let Me Sum Up; guides discussion and introduces topics.
Frankie Muskovic
Co-host; energy and policy commentator.
Tennant Reed
Co-host, energy policy analyst and guest contributor; widely involved in policy discussions.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 67 ratings
  • Fantastic insight and humour as well, rate combo.

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    Matthew
    3 years ago
  • A podcast on the energy transition

    Let Me Sum Up is exactly what I'd like to do, a little further on in my career. Or sooner, if I can find some co-conspirators. It's a chat about the world of the clean energy transition, and specifically the legislative, political and academic aspects. Luke, Tennant, and Francesca are not only experts... but mates. Their chemistry is A .

    Well worth a listen!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Mark (Climactic.fm)
    Australia4 years ago
  • Is this the greatest sustainability pod out there?!

    This podcast is one of the most profound and informative climate change podcasts out there. And somehow, it also manages to be uplifting and hilarious, which is refreshing given how sad the news about climate change often are. I feel like this was tailor-made for climate nerds like me!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Carlos Flores L
    Australia4 years ago
  • Fantastic - fun and informative

    Really excellent show that’s always the first thing I listen to when it pops up in my feed. Luke, Frankie and Tennant have such great rapport I could listen to them talk about anything - but the fact they talk about such interesting content really takes this show right to the top. An absolute public service - highly recommended.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    SiriusFace
    Australia4 years ago
  • Brilliant

    Love listening to this each week and learning about the latest climate and energy research and debates. Thanks guys.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Marianna O'Gorman
    Australia4 years ago

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Chemistry among hosts is a strong point, making policy discussions engaging.
Effortless balance of technical depth and humor makes tough topics approachable.
Impressive range of guests and practical insights for the energy transition.

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Q: What did you make of the governance report and its recommendations?
The panel finds the report thoughtful, comprehensive, and useful for shifting focus from structural box-ticking to practical, cross-agency collaboration and deliberative processes; it emphasizes not just reorganizing who does what, but how to integrate diverse perspectives and speed up decision-making.
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Q: What big policy gaps do you think still need serious work to improve adaptation in Australia?
The panel emphasized the need for stronger adaptation policy, notably on housing upgrades, mandating energy performance disclosures, and designing scalable programs with governance panels to mobilize private capital and ensure resilience.
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Q: What energy policy implemented in Australia has had an impact that can be replicated in other countries?
The National Australian Built Environment Rating System has driven significant improvements in energy efficiency.
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Q: What report as yet unwritten would you love to sum up?
A paper focused on the structural changes in the Australian budget due to energy transition needs to be written.
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Q: What makes a climate paper a good read?
A good climate paper should be digestible, have clearly stated ideas, and good transparency on sources.

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