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The Energy Transition Show with Chris Nelder

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Energy Transition
Renewable Energy
Climate Change
Electric Vehicles
China
Carbon Emissions
Solar Energy
Climate Policy
Decarbonization
Energy Efficiency
Nuclear Energy
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Australia
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Straight talk about the world’s transition from fossil fuels to renewables with energy expert Chris Nelder

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This is the third and final part of our miniseries about South Africa’s energy transition, based on Chris’ travels there in September and October of 2025. The first part was Episode #264, in which we heard how the end of apartheid precipitated reform... more

This is the second part of a miniseries about South Africa’s energy transition, based on Chris’ travels there in September and October of 2025. The first part was Episode 264, in which we heard how the end of apartheid precipitated reform of the coun... more

In mid-2026 we’re experiencing the largest energy crisis the world has ever faced. The sudden and prolonged disappearance of one-fifth of the global supply of oil and LNG, set in motion by the Iran war we covered in Episode #272, has sent import cost... more

For years, transition skeptics have argued that what’s really happening globally is “energy addition,” where renewables are piling on top of fossil fuels rather than pushing them aside. The data that’s just landing from 2025 finally puts that argumen... more

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Recent Guests

Keith Bowen
Power systems economist involved in market design and Eskom initiatives
Eskom / NTCSA
Episode: [Episode #276] – Electricity Reform in South Africa
Kenneth Kremer
Economist with publications on energy policy and advisor to South African policymakers
Kremer Media / Economic Advisory Council (South Africa)
Episode: [Episode #276] – Electricity Reform in South Africa
Clémence Dubois
Associate Director of Global Campaigns at 350.org
350.org
Episode: [Episode #275] – The Cost of Delay
Nicholas Fulgham
Primary author of EMBER's Global Electricity Review 2026
EMBER
Episode: [Episode #274] – Global Electricity Review 2026
Tom Brown
Professor for digital transformation and energy systems at the Technical University of Berlin
Technical University of Berlin
Episode: [Episode #273] – Solar and Batteries Can Power the World
Rory Johnston
Oil market researcher, founder of Commodity Context, host of Oil Ground Up podcast
Commodity Context
Episode: [Episode #272] – Global Energy Crisis 2026
Lauri Milivirta
Lead analyst at the Center for Research on Energy and Clean Air (CREA)
Center for Research on Energy and Clean Air (CREA)
Episode: [Episode #271] – China Update 2026
Lord Adair Turner
Chair of the Energy Transitions Commission, former Chair of the UK's Financial Services Authority and a member of the House of Lords
Energy Transitions Commission
Episode: [Episode #270] – View from the Energy Transitions Commission
Ari Pesco
Director of the Electricity Law Initiative at Harvard Law School
Harvard Law School
Episode: [Episode #269] – Trump’s War on the Energy Transition

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Chris Nelder
Host of The Energy Transition Show

Reviews

4.6 out of 5 stars from 452 ratings
  • Exceptional

    Best climate podcast. The negative reviews even prove how good Chris is - my guy out here pissing off the tech bros and nuclear boys with his vastly detailed, incredibly clear-eyed analysis - keep going!!

    also please please do an episode on AI!!!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Kmdch
    United Statesa year ago
  • Decent info, but anti-solution

    Gives reasonably up-to-date information on the energy sector and Darius technologies but it’s ultimately anti-solution and anti-transition when it comes to opinion segments. Unfortunately, this ends up having the same effect as advocating for more oil production.

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    Hunter Holder
    United Statesa year ago
  • Very biased

    Biased, unbalanced. Not helpful for creating a constructive dialog on nuclear energy’s pros and cons.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Jon54321vhudb
    United States2 years ago
  • Technically deep but topically broad

    Thank you Chris for you and your team's commitment to produce this high-quality and balanced show. It's been an entertaining and quality way to get up a steep learning curve. I find the technical depth of the discussions very helpful. And the breadth of topics covered is amazing but necessary to truly understand how so many things are related to and influential in the transition torenewable energy. I appreciate the way you host guests who have differing opinions from your own, that you admit tha... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Nicola P-M
    United States2 years ago
  • If you’re interested in energy….

    Then this is simply the most informative podcast you’ll find.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Deanontheroof
    Australia2 years ago

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Opinionated but balanced, though some feel it leans away from certain technologies.
Exceptional depth; worth the subscription for the insights.
Thought-provoking and deeply informative about energy transitions.
Engaging deep-dives that are accessible to those willing to learn.
Clearly technical and data-driven, with strong guest variety.

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[Episode #276] – Electricity Reform in South Africa
Q: How would you characterize the importance of the energy transition in South Africa?
The energy transition is inseparable from the broader economic transition; achieving reliable electricity is central to growth, jobs, and social stability, and reform needs to align policy, investment, and market structures to unlock private sector participation and modernize the grid.
[Episode #275] – The Cost of Delay
Q: What does the new 350.org report argue about the cost of delaying the fossil fuel transition?
It argues that delaying the transition drains households and economies, especially in the Global South, by raising fuel costs, increasing inflation, and expanding energy insecurity, while renewables offer resilient, long-term economic benefits.
[Episode #274] – Global Electricity Review 2026
Q: So does this report give us any indication of when the day might come when all emissions start to decline beyond just the power sector?
The discussion suggests that while the power sector is already showing declines due to rapid clean power deployment and electrification, a broader, economy-wide decline will depend on sustained decarbonization across transport, industry, and other sectors, along with continued growth in clean generation and electrification to offset higher demand.
[Episode #273] – Solar and Batteries Can Power the World
Q: What about the future beyond 2030?
If costs for solar and batteries continue to fall, the analysis suggests we could achieve 95 to 99 percent penetration in many regions by 2030 and beyond, with wind and other renewables helping in northern latitudes and providing robust pathways for deeper decarbonization in the longer term.
[Episode #273] – Solar and Batteries Can Power the World
Q: What are the practical cost implications to reach 90 percent?
For two-thirds of the population, the full system cost to reach 90 percent is around 60–70 euros per megawatt hour, with solar and battery contributing the main share and a small portion allocated to backup fuel; LCOE alone for solar is much lower, but the inclusion of storage and backup raises the all-in cost to a level that remains competitive with gas in many regions.

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This show tackles the global energy transition with rigorous, data-driven discussions that span economics, geopolitics, policy, and technology. Episodes frequently explore the costs and incentives surrounding fossil fuel phase-outs, the rapid rise of renewables, grid challenges, and the implications for markets, households, and national strategy. Guests range from researchers and policymakers to industry leaders, offering in-depth analyses of electricity demand, carbon pathways, and the regulatory landscape. A standout trait is the willingness to host diverse viewpoints—from climate advocates to energy skeptics—while maintaining a technical, evidence-based discussion that helps listeners understand complex transitions and practical implicat... more

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