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Open Circuit

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

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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Recent Guests

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Michael Brune
Former executive director of the Sierra Club, co-founder of Clean Break Fund
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Christian Belady
Former Microsoft executive; data center strategy leader
Former Microsoft; consultant to energy and data center industries
Episode: Can data centers regain their social license? A former Microsoft exec weighs in
Rich Deming
CEO of East Energy Renewables and founder of CEARTscore
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Episode: The hidden bottleneck in clean energy [partner content]
Jane Flegal
Senior Fellow, Searchlight Institute; climate policy expert
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Episode: Have we run out of big ideas to fix the grid?
Hannah Bascom
Chief Growth Officer at Uplight
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Brian Janous
Co-Founder and Chief Commercial Officer at Cloverleaf Infrastructure
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Episode: Grid utilization vs expansion: The 100 GW debate

Hosts

Stephen Lacey
Executive Editor at Latitude Media; host of Open Circuit.
Caroline Golin
Co-host; industry liaison and policy advocate with deep experience in grid modernization and policy programs.
Jigar Shah
Co-host; energy policy, market strategy, and deal-structuring expert.

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 351 ratings
  • 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 Statesa month 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 States3 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 States4 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 States6 months ago
  • Just the right mix

    I just rediscovered you guys were back together (too bad for us that Katherine is leaving). From reading Stephen Lacey in his Greentech Media days, through The Energy Gang to this podcast, I’ve found just what I need to stay up to date for my job. And it’s way more fun!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    t.g.ellen
    United States6 months ago

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The trio provides balanced, insightful scrutiny of the energy transition with strong subject-matter knowledge.
Guests and topics are consistently relevant to the energy industry and policy landscape.
Listeners praise deep analysis, practical case studies, and candid critique from the hosts.
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Q: What do you see as the biggest unlock for resiliency?
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A five-alarm fire for the grid? (Live)
Q: What level of risk do you think we are at right now on the power grid?
Caroline suggests that while not everywhere is a five alarm fire, certain regions like California are certainly in that state of emergency due to factors like bankruptcy and inadequate weatherization of systems.

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Three industry veterans dissect the energy transition with sharp analysis of business models, technology breakthroughs, and market shifts. Recent episodes consistently explore grid modernization, data center power dynamics, and policy incentives, while case studies and live pitches reveal how capital, risk, and regulation shape investments in clean energy. A notable angle is the blending of policy, finance, and technology insight, often featuring live event promos and sponsor content that ties industry dialogue to real-world projects. Listeners are likely to get deep, evidence-based perspectives on how the energy system evolves, who profits, and what decisions will move projects forward—or hold them back.

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8. Hannah Bascom

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