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POLITICO Energy

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Trump Administration
Donald Trump
Climate Change
Renewable Energy
Inflation Reduction Act
Data Centers
Clean Energy
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Electricity Prices
Nuclear Energy
Fossil Fuels
Department Of Energy
Permitting Reform
China
Republican Party
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United States
Artificial Intelligence

The POLITICO newsroom breaks down the stories and power players shaping energy politics and policy in the United States and around the world by featuring original interviews, along with in-depth reporting and analysis from the largest energy policy newsroom in the world.

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Today, POLITICO Energy host Zack Colman sits down for an extended interview with North Dakota Gov. Kelly Armstrong, a Republican who leads a state that relies heavily on both oil and wind power while enjoying some of the nation's lowest electricity p... more

The oil industry is telling the Trump administration that oil and fuel stockpiles are running dangerously low and that global energy prices could spike in a matter of weeks. POLITICO’s James Bikales breaks down why the warning is coming now, how the ... more

As the Trump administration pushes to expand fossil fuel infrastructure, it may have found some unexpected allies: Democratic governors in New England. POLITICO's Ben Storrow breaks down what's driving that shift in a region long defined by its clima... more

Today, POLITICO Energy host Josh Siegel sits down for an extended interview with David LaCerte, a Republican commissioner at the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission. They discuss FERC’s highly anticipated proposal on connecting AI data centers to th... more

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Recent Guests

David LaCerte
Republican FERC Commissioner, confirmed for a full term
Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC)
Episode: FERC’s big AI rule is coming. Here’s what Commissioner David LaCerte thinks.
Matt Abele
Executive Director of the North Carolina Sustainable Energy Association
North Carolina Sustainable Energy Association
Episode: Why North Carolina’s clean energy boom is hitting a political wall
Jean Chemnick
POLITICO energy reporter
POLITICO
Episode: Trump delayed a climate rule to address rising food prices. Will it work?
Josh Levi
President and CEO of the Data Center Coalition
Data Center Coalition
Episode: How the Data Center Coalition is responding to growing backlash
Amelia Davidson
POLITICO correspondent focusing on energy policy
POLITICO
Episode: A federal gas tax holiday could be coming. Will it matter?
Pavan Acharya
POLITICO reporter who covers energy policy
POLITICO
Episode: America’s clean energy industry faces a July crossroads
Christa Marshall
POLITICO Energy/E&E News reporter
POLITICO Energy, E&E News
Episode: Is geothermal finally ready to move from niche to mainstream?
Ruben Gallego
Arizona Senator, potential 2028 White House candidate
U.S. Senate, Arizona
Episode: A rising Democratic star lays out his energy plan
Pete Maysmith
President of the League of Conservation Voters (LCV)
League of Conservation Voters
Episode: Inside the environmental movement’s midterm strategy

Hosts

Nirmal Mulaikal
Host of POLITICO Energy, focusing on energy policy, markets, and regulation.
Josh Siegel
Co-host/Host focusing on energy policy, markets, and politics.

Reviews

4.2 out of 5 stars from 224 ratings
  • Used to be reputable reporting

    Although this show has been sponsored by Chevron for some time, it has provided very good reporting based in fact. The interviews were not hard-hitting but the interviewer used to ask a follow up on answers that might not have been fact-based or clear. Now, for the past 6-8 months, the interviews are absolute softballs, no follow-up questions, and complete lack of fact-checking. I work in the utility-scale industry, representing independent power producers. I see the data. I know the history. Th... more

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    Sara F.S.
    United States2 days ago
  • Another example of the death of journalism

    The show has lost all credibility since the second Trump administration. Once a fairly neutral source of information about the current events of the energy industry, the show has become a mouthpiece for big oil (no surprise as Chevron is the sponsor).

    The worst episodes are when they interview members of the administration giving them a platform to spread misinformation (looking at you Sec Wright), or when they had API to talk about permitting reform and the host allowed the guest to weasel ou... more

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    crash mc crasherson
    United Statesa month ago
  • Greenwashing Chevron

    Enjoy the subject of this podcast but the messaging is very pro-fossil fuels which is apparent by their sponsor chevron 👎

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    BriskLantern12
    United States2 months ago
  • Good overall

    The spoiled milk in my fridge is more qualified to run the EPA than Zeldin.

    I like the content of this podcast, but I don’t trust its content or editorial decision-making based on the long-lasting sponsorship by Chevron, so listen w a boulder of salt.

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    4
    logzbrown
    United States2 months ago
  • Greenwashing Chevron

    We hate chevron!

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    zachlawson8
    United Statesa year ago

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Editorial independence is a frequent concern due to sponsor relationships.
Some critiques call for deeper context and more in-depth interviews.
Listeners appreciate concise, policy-forward energy updates.

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Trump delayed a climate rule to address rising food prices. Will it work?
Q: What would be the practical impact of this delay for consumers and the climate?
HFCs are highly potent greenhouse gases, so delaying the phase-down could slow emissions reductions in the near term, but the real-world price impact on groceries is uncertain and depends on how quickly climate-friendly technologies become cost-competitive and how markets react.
Trump delayed a climate rule to address rising food prices. Will it work?
Q: So the Trump administration is delaying this rule that was set during the Biden administration. Can you explain what this rule was originally supposed to do?
The rule was part of a wider package enabled by a 2020 law that authorized phasing down HFCs and transitioning to climate-friendly refrigerants; it would require newer refrigeration units in supermarkets to use lower-GWP options, accelerating the shift away from HFCs.
Why North Carolina’s clean energy boom is hitting a political wall
Q: How is the Utilities Commission influencing the energy transition and ratepayer protections amid this policy shift?
The Commission's role has become more critical as its structure changes and its workload increases, affecting decisions on carbon planning, rate cases, and ensuring that ratepayers are protected while allowing the transition to proceed.
Why North Carolina’s clean energy boom is hitting a political wall
Q: Is clean energy going to be used to meet the demand that you're describing?
Yes, North Carolina remains a national leader in solar deployment and manufacturing investment, but growth is slowing due to procurement caps and regulatory changes, making it harder to interconnect solar and storage rapidly to meet rising demand.
Why North Carolina’s clean energy boom is hitting a political wall
Q: Okay, so I wanna start by talking about North Carolina. It's growing fast, there's a huge demand for power. What's the biggest energy challenge the state faces right now?
The biggest challenges are rising electricity costs driven by growing demand from data centers and population, alongside the need to modernize and expand grid infrastructure while balancing affordable rates with ongoing decarbonization efforts.

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Frequently Asked Questions About POLITICO Energy

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

This show delivers frequent short- to mid-length briefings on energy policy, markets, and politics, anchored by hosts who dissect unfolding regulatory and geopolitical dynamics with interviews from policymakers, industry experts, and journalists. Across episodes, listeners get concise takes on utility regulation, data-center growth, energy pricing, and the interplay between policy and markets, plus timely updates on elections and legislation that influence energy infrastructure and climate policy. A notable pattern is rigorous policy context paired with pragmatic, often market- and regulator-focused analysis, with regular guests who bring regulatory, legislative, or industry perspectives. A recurring talking point is keeping a balance betwe... more

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