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Plugged In: the energy news podcast

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Nordic Power Market
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Germany
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Norway
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UK Electricity Market
Zonal Pricing
Iberian Exception
Electric Vehicles
Battery Storage
Clean Energy Package
Carbon Markets
COP28

Coming from the heart of the Montel newsroom, Editor-in-Chief, Snjolfur Richard Sverrisson and his team of journalists explore the news headlines in the energy sector, bringing you in depth analysis of the industry’s leading stories each week.

Richard speaks to experts, analysts, regulators, and senior business leaders to the examine not just the what, but the why behind the decisions directing ... more

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*** This episode was recorded on Wednesday before attacks on Qatari and Iranian energy infrastructure. But the message from the guests is still highly relevant - the wholesale gas market has not fully priced in the geopolitical risk premium. 

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As wholesale markets remain nervous and volatile, there are renewed calls for policymakers to intervene to shield large energy users from spiking prices. But are markets failing? And could ill-conceived, knee-jerk interventions disrupt the EU’s inter... more

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Italy has launched one of the most controversial proposals in the European energy market in years.

In a bid to lower electricity prices and boost the competitiveness of Italian industry, the government has proposed shifting the cost of carbon emissi... more

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Middle East escalation has put the Strait of Hormuz; the world’s key energy chokepoint, under threat. We assess the impact on Brent crude, European gas (TTF), and global LNG, with a focus on Qatar’s supply and Europe’s exposure.

Joined by Hussein Ib... more

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Recent Guests

Laurence Walker
Montel's Deputy Editor-in-Chief
Montel News
Episode: A fresh gas crisis?
Ole Hvalbye
Commodities Analyst
SEB Research
Episode: A fresh gas crisis?
Cillian O'Donoghue
From Euroelectric
Euroelectric
Episode: A fresh energy crisis?
Adina Georgescu
From European Metals
European Metals
Episode: A fresh energy crisis?
Enza Tedesco
Italy editor
Montel
Episode: Italy's carbon reform and the ETS decree
Lorenzo Parola
Managing Partner
Parola Associati
Episode: Italy's carbon reform and the ETS decree
Gaia Stigliani
Senior principal
AFRY Management Consulting
Episode: Italy's carbon reform and the ETS decree
Hæge Fjellheim
Head of carbon analysis
Veit
Episode: Italy's carbon reform and the ETS decree
Hussein Ibish
Senior Resident Scholar
Arab Gulf State Institute
Episode: Hormuz on the Brink, Energy Markets in Shock [Special episode]

Hosts

Richard Sverrisson
Editor-in-Chief, Montel; senior journalist covering energy markets and policy.
Snjolfur Richard Sverrisson
Editor-in-Chief, Montel; leads energy news coverage and weekly analyses.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 80 ratings
  • Strong podcast for people interested in EU energy

    I’m a student of energy in Milan and this podcast has helped a lot. Thank you 🙏

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    babbit44
    United States3 years ago
  • Energy industry nerd

    Absolutely love how timely this podcast is!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Maria from Berlin
    United Kingdom6 years ago
  • Very informative podcast!

    Very informative podcast with an easy and listener friendly style. I particularly enjoy the varied range of people who feature in interviews and conversations.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    ChrisHayward
    United Kingdom7 years ago
  • Great time saver and source of knowledge

    It’s perfect to listen to experts provide an informal update on specific current energy related topics: very efficiently way to stay updated

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    HaakonLeknes
    Norway7 years ago
  • Very informative

    As I have recently started working as an analyst for a major energy trader in Central Europe, I find this podcast really useful to learn about greater framework for my job, and to keep updated on the latest news.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Dr Snekvik
    Norway7 years ago

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Strong for those interested in EU energy and policy.
Great for staying updated on specific energy topics with expert guests.
Very informative with an easy, listener-friendly style.
Useful for analysts and professionals in the energy trading space.

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A fresh energy crisis?
Q: What role does electrification play in reducing exposure to volatile fossil fuels?
Electrification is framed as a key long-term strategy to reduce dependence on volatile fossil fuels, but it must be market-driven and economically viable. The guests stress that a competitive electricity price and supportive policies are necessary to drive investment in electrification.
A fresh energy crisis?
Q: What would crisis-era measures look like—price caps, subsidies, or something else?
There's no single recipe; policymakers must balance investment certainty with consumer protection. Possible tools discussed include targeted state aid, subsidies, temporary price caps, and rapid crisis mechanisms at EU level to prevent market fragmentation while preserving competitiveness.
A fresh energy crisis?
Q: Are we on the cusp of another energy crisis?
The guests acknowledge the signs point to potential volatility and price spikes, but stop short of predicting a full-blown crisis. The consensus is that while a crisis is possible, it would depend on the duration of gas supply disruptions and how quickly policy responses and market adjustments occur.
Hormuz on the Brink, Energy Markets in Shock [Special episode]
Q: What is the worst-case scenario for markets if the Strait remains closed longer than expected?
Dan/Harx discuss a prolonged outage leading to sustained high prices, potential substitution to coal in the near term, and the risk of broader economic impacts if energy costs stay elevated.
Hormuz on the Brink, Energy Markets in Shock [Special episode]
Q: First question really is, so how serious is this war for EU gas supply, given that we've got low stocks and a tight global supply situation?
Hussein explains it is extremely serious, noting that roughly 20% of global LNG supply is affected and that already tight stocks will amplify price pressure and volatility for Europe.

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Across recent episodes, the show centers on energy markets, policy, and geopolitical influences shaping the global transition to a green economy. Conversation topics span European energy policy, LNG and gas dynamics, offshore wind, data center energy demand, and the geopolitical tensions impacting energy security. Guests include regulators, corporate leaders, and analysts who dissect not just what happened, but why decisions matter for energy pricing, infrastructure, and regulation. A standout feature is the mixture of high-level policymakers and industry insiders, which provides both policy context and practical implications for markets, investments, and regulatory risk. Potential listeners can expect timely, rigorous analysis of current e... more

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