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Open Circuit

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Clean Energy
Data Centers
Energy Transition
Renewable Energy
Utilities
Climate Change
Electricity Prices
Inflation Reduction Act
Department Of Energy
Elon Musk
Cost Of Energy
Extreme Weather
Geothermal Energy
Resilience Technologies
Energy Regulations
Grid Investment
Energy Policy
Nuclear Power
Solar Energy
Electric Vehicles

The energy transition, decoded. Every week, three industry veterans explore the business models, tech breakthroughs, and market shakeups that are driving the biggest industrial transformation in history. The show offers a rare insider's view of the clean energy market.

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Across America, people are screaming “no” — no to data centers, and no to the energy projects that serve them. So what gets people to a “yes”? Perhaps an enthusiastic yes?

Every utility and tech company is scrambling to answer that question. And so ... more

The biggest story in Washington is President Trump's rejection of AI safety regulation. But the White House is waging an equally consequential regulatory battle against carbon regulations.

This month, the EPA finally rolled back the Biden-era carbon... more

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Data centers are known for their hulking exteriors, rows of blinking servers, and massive cooling equipment. But there’s an entire ecosystem no one gets to see: the electrical architecture that sits between the power source and the GPUs.

And as data... more

We are in the middle of a radical political and economic realignment, with electricity infrastructure at the center of it. And this summer, the plot thickened.

Power sector reforms are coming in fast and furious, across states, regional markets, and... more

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Recent Guests

Pier LaFarge
CEO of Sparkfund; Co-founder of Abundant America
Sparkfund; Abundant America
Episode: Utilities and Big Tech lost trust. What will earn it back?
Kishan Ponnadurai
Product manager for battery storage at Shoals Technologies Group
Shoals Technologies Group
Episode: The hidden power systems behind AI [partner content]
Cayman Berg
Head of business development for battery storage and data centers at Shoals Technologies Group
Shoals Technologies Group
Episode: The hidden power systems behind AI [partner content]
Kirby Brinlee
Director of Customer Experience, Oklahoma Gas & Electric
Oklahoma Gas & Electric (OG&E)
Episode: Empowering utility customers with demand flexibility [partner content]
Abhay Gupta
Founder and CEO, Bidgely
Bidgely
Episode: Empowering utility customers with demand flexibility [partner content]
David Visneau
Head of demand response and VPPs at NRG Business
NRG
Episode: The breakout moment for VPPs [partner content]
Ken Schisler
Senior director of growth and policy at NRG
NRG
Episode: The breakout moment for VPPs [partner content]
Matthew Sachs
Chief strategy officer of Cpower
Cpower
Episode: The breakout moment for VPPs [partner content]
Mateo Jaramillo
CEO and co-founder of Form Energy
Form Energy
Episode: Green Blueprint: Form's storage manufacturing breakthrough

Hosts

Stephen Lacey
Host with deep background in energy policy and industry analysis
Caroline Golin
Co-host focusing on growth, policy, and industry dynamics

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 357 ratings
  • Pay us

    AI and tech cos need to pay us a tech dividend, similar to the oil dividends Alaskans receive(d).

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    yakid2
    United States17 days ago
  • Back in action

    I work in energy/ utilities sector and despite the multitude of talking heads in this space, I don’t trust anybody except for the original energy gang and now the open circuit.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    843zack113
    United States4 months ago
  • very meaty

    This panel gives context and depth into the why and the how of specific energy transitions, from the technologies and costs of generation through transmission and distribution and navigating the juggernaut of regulations at the state, federal and private market levels. If you're interested in understanding things on a non-superficial level, this is your podcast.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Wayne Willis
    United States6 months ago
  • Love this podcast

    This is an easy to listen podcast, that goes DEEP! It’s dealing with the real issues in the energy transition. But it’s usually very fair, balanced, evidence based and then BOOM! Every once in a while a super angry rant from Jigar Shah! And I live for that.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    afugior
    United States7 months ago
  • Katherine will be missed

    As a woman in the energy space I always looked forward to listening Katherine’s take on current events. She was a big draw for me to this podcast and will be deeply missed. I hope her replacement fills her shoes and brings a new perspective that rivals her positivity and insight. In the meantime best of luck to Katherine on her retirement.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    POConnor26
    United States9 months ago

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Listeners value deep, balanced, and evidence-based discussions with thoughtful takes from all three hosts.
The trio's chemistry and willingness to challenge each other keep the conversation engaging and insightful.
Guests are typically industry heavyweights, making the episodes highly informative for energy professionals.

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Trump’s coal crusade is failing
Q: Jigar, do you think the administration has effective leverage to push nuclear or other capital-intensive projects through utilities?
Jigar contends that true leverage requires relationships with utility CEOs and a credible, nuanced strategy; the current approach, especially around 202Cs, undermines those levers and risks pushing investment decisions out of reach.
Trump’s coal crusade is failing
Q: Caroline, what do you think about the messaging around crisis versus doomer hoax in climate communication?
Caroline argues that crisis framing often demotivates audiences and that messaging should reflect current realities and practical pathways, focusing on achievable, tangible steps rather than existential alarms.
Empowering utility customers with demand flexibility [partner content]
Q: What were the key takeaways from OG&E's story and experience with adopting new technology?
Adopt technology cautiously with dedicated people who become experts; invest in change management and usage of the tools to realize real outcomes like nine-megawatt peak load reductions.
Empowering utility customers with demand flexibility [partner content]
Q: Kirby, how have you seen that customer profile adapt over time, and how are customers managing new rate structures and so forth?
Customers now expect personalized insights and flexible options; the utility uses AI to profile customers and match them with the right rebates and rate plans, making it easier for individuals to act in ways that reduce their bills while supporting grid reliability.
Electricity bills are on the ballot
Q: Can you walk us through what you guys found in the new PowerLines research about rate increases over the next five years?
PowerLines projects utilities spending about $1.4 trillion in capex by 2030, a 21% year-over-year increase, with much of the spending tied to replacing aging poles and wires, while questions remain about how much is truly necessary versus the desirable 'nice-to-have' investments.

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Open Circuit delivers in-depth discussions about the energy transition, focusing on business models, technology breakthroughs, policy dynamics, and market forces shaping clean energy deployment. Episodes frequently explore data centers, grid modernization, AI-driven analytics, and the economics of large-scale infrastructure, often featuring industry veterans and leaders from utilities, tech, and finance. A standout trait is the show's willingness to challenge conventional wisdom with practical, real-world examples and candid debates among hosts, guests, and stakeholders, making it a go-to for listeners who want nuanced, craft-level perspectives on how the energy system evolves.

Noteworthy elements include high-profile guests from major uti... more

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2. Kishan Ponnadurai
3. Cayman Berg
4. Kirby Brinlee
5. Abhay Gupta
6. David Visneau
7. Ken Schisler
8. Matthew Sachs

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