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The smarter E Podcast

The smarter E
Renewable Energy
Elektromobilität
Electric Vehicles
Maritime Electrification
Building Integrated Photovoltaics
Energy Optimization
Machine Learning
Electric Mobility
Lade Gmbh
Ai-Based Energy Management
CO2 Emissions
Photovoltaic Solar Energy
Marktentwicklung
Ladeinfrastruktur
Germany
Österreich
Elektrofahrzeuge
Schweiz
PV Systems
Smart Charging Wallbox

The smarter E Podcast - for and with the creators of the new energy world. Our podcast is all about the current trends and developments in a renewable, decentralized and digital energy industry. Our host Jonathan Gifford welcome and interview personalities who shape our industry and drive developments forward. Every week on Thursday with a new episode!

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Energy security is back at the top of the global agenda and new ways to secure supply are evolving fast. In this episode of The smarter E Podcast, we explore how solar is moving beyond generation to play a critical role in stabilizing power systems a... more

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As geopolitical tensions once again send shockwaves through global energy markets, the pressure to accelerate the energy transition has rarely been greater. In this episode of The smarter E Podcast, we explore how digital technologies and electrifica... more

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Recorded live in Barcelona at the Solar Quality Summit in February, this episode of The smarter E Podcast examines a critical question for the PV industry: are today’s solar modules built for long-term durability?

As manufacturers push for higher ef... more

Battery capacity is getting bigger, storage duration longer, and batteries more central to how power systems operate.

In this episode of The smarter E Podcast, we look at what’s driving the surge in battery capacity and why expectations for storage ... more

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Recent Guests

Timothy Shen
Senior analyst, power and renewables
Wood Mackenzie
Episode: How solar is delivering energy security – with Timothy Shen and Dr. Rethabile Melamu
Rethabile Melamu
CEO of the South African Photovoltaic Industry Association
SAPVIA
Episode: How solar is delivering energy security – with Timothy Shen and Dr. Rethabile Melamu
Simon Evans
Global Digital Energy Leader and Global Digital Twin Leader at Arup
Arup
Episode: Digitalizing the grid to meet today’s energy crisis – with Simon Evans and Akshat Rathi
Akshat Rathi
Senior Reporter for Climate at Bloomberg News
Bloomberg News
Episode: Digitalizing the grid to meet today’s energy crisis – with Simon Evans and Akshat Rathi
Chiara Baretta
Researcher, Sustainable Polymer Solutions
Polymer Competence Center Leoben (PCCL)
Episode: Are today’s solar modules built to last? – with Chiara Baretta and Steven Xuereb
Steven Xuereb
Executive Director
Kiwa PI Berlin
Episode: Are today’s solar modules built to last? – with Chiara Baretta and Steven Xuereb
Carolina Cruz
Policy officer with Energy Storage Europe
Energy Storage Europe
Episode: Battery capacity is going through the roof – with Carolina Cruz and Pete Tillotson
Pete Tillotson
Senior Research Analyst with Benchmark Mineral Intelligence
Benchmark Mineral Intelligence
Episode: Battery capacity is going through the roof – with Carolina Cruz and Pete Tillotson
Sonia Dunlop
CEO of the Global Solar Council
Global Solar Council
Episode: TSEP #247 Inside 2026’s PV pricing reset

Hosts

Jonathan Gifford
Host of The Smarter E Podcast; covers energy transition topics with industry leaders
Tobias Bücklein
Host on the Smarter E Podcast network; focuses on renewables, grid innovation, and policy implications

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 70 ratings
  • Naj irgendwie nicht

    Schlechter als Handelsblatt Green, Geladen, EnPower, Quaschning

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Marita68-Winterhude
    Germany21 days ago
  • Very exciting Podcast

    The entire new energy world is covered. From solar to storage to electromobility. Really cool!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Caroline_Carefree
    Germany3 years ago
  • Nice that The smarter E now got a podcast. Happy to tune in.

    Podcast Addict
    5
    Frau Antje
    6 years ago

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Very informative for sponsors and potential guests alike.
Guests are top-tier, with practical industry takeaways.
Broad, tech-forward coverage across solar, storage, and grids.

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How solar is delivering energy security – with Timothy Shen and Dr. Rethabile Melamu
Q: What is the potential of solar and storage to leapfrog electrification in Africa, given current barriers?
Solar and storage offer a modular path to electrification in Africa, potentially leapfrogging traditional grid expansion, with decentralized solutions enabling energy access, job creation, and rural development, while addressing financial and regulatory barriers.
How solar is delivering energy security – with Timothy Shen and Dr. Rethabile Melamu
Q: What were the criteria Wood Mackenzie used for their inverted supplier ranking beyond simple shipment volumes?
The ranking considered ESG and CSR adherence, after-sales/warranty support, R&D, supply chain stability, capacity utilization, third-party certifications, financial health, and manufacturing experience, not just shipments.
How solar is delivering energy security – with Timothy Shen and Dr. Rethabile Melamu
Q: Well, what do we understand as being grid-forming and also the capabilities of solar inverters to be grid-forming?
Grid-forming requires a source of energy behind the inverter; modern inverters can provide grid-support functions, including frequency regulation, voltage support, and reactive/active power balancing, enhancing grid stability especially in high-penetration solar scenarios.
Digitalizing the grid to meet today’s energy crisis – with Simon Evans and Akshat Rathi
Q: What role do AI and ML play in grid operation, and what are the prerequisites for their effective deployment?
AI/ML can improve decision-making and efficiency, but only if data is secure, reliable, and interoperable; otherwise the benefits are limited by rubbish-in, rubbish-out issues and data fragmentation.
Digitalizing the grid to meet today’s energy crisis – with Simon Evans and Akshat Rathi
Q: How would you describe the current state of digitalization of electricity networks in Europe?
It varies by country and jurisdiction, but overall there is growing momentum and a clear journey toward integrating digital technologies, with rising attention to data sharing, interoperability, and socio-technical reforms.

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What is The smarter E Podcast about and what kind of topics does it cover?

The show covers the fast-evolving energy landscape with a strong emphasis on solar, storage, and grid technology, often pairing technical deep-dives with policy and market context. Episodes frequently explore reliability challenges, new materials, and the economics of deploying renewables at scale, while weaving in practical implications for utilities, policymakers, and investors. A notable strength is its ability to translate complex tech and policy developments into timely, actionable insights for professionals shaping the energy transition, often featuring leading researchers, executives, and regional experts.

Listeners are likely industry professionals—engineers, analysts, policymakers, and executives—seeking rigorous perspectives on P... more

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2. Rethabile Melamu
3. Simon Evans
4. Akshat Rathi
5. Chiara Baretta
6. Steven Xuereb
7. Carolina Cruz
8. Pete Tillotson

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