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Volts is a podcast about leaving fossil fuels behind. I've been reporting on and explaining clean-energy topics for almost 20 years, and I love talking to politicians, analysts, innovators, and activists about the latest progress in the world's most important fight. (Volts is entirely subscriber-supported. Sign up!) www.volts.wtf

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Environmentalism has typically focused on outdoor air quality, but climate change is pushing more people indoors more of the time, even as airborne pathogens and wildfire smoke challenge indoor air quality. I discuss the fight for better indoor air w... more

Distributed energy resources are everywhere, but connecting buyers and sellers is a coordination nightmare; I talk with James Johnston, whose company Piclo is tackling that problem head-on. He explains how they’ve built a transparent, open marketplac... more

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Recent Guests

Dr. Georgia Lagoudas
Senior Fellow at the Pandemic Center, Brown University, advisor on indoor air quality
Pandemic Center at Brown University
Episode: What's the deal with indoor air quality?
James Johnston
Co-founder and CEO of Piclo
Piclo
Episode: How to make a market for distributed energy flexibility
Nick Chaset
CEO of Octopus Energy US
Octopus Energy
Episode: Octopus extends its tentacles into America
Liya Rechtman
Senior Transportation Policy Lead for Evergreen Action
Evergreen Action
Episode: Hey governors: you can salvage sustainable transportation, but you need to do it quick!
Colin Campbell
CTO of Redwood Materials, former lead engineer at Tesla
Redwood Materials
Episode: Can "second life" EV batteries work as grid-scale energy storage?
Sarah Goodyear
Co-host of The War on Cars
The War on Cars
Episode: Yes, you weenies: a war on cars
Doug Gordon
Co-host of The War on Cars
The War on Cars
Episode: Yes, you weenies: a war on cars
Doreen Harris
President of NYSERDA, involved in New York's energy transition and climate policy
New York State Energy Research and Development Authority
Episode: How to get New York back on track toward its climate targets
Katie Wilson
Seattle mayoral candidate and founder of the Transit Riders Union
Transit Riders Union
Episode: Seattle mayoral candidate Katie Wilson on governing a blue city in 2025

Host

David Roberts
Host and advocate for clean energy solutions, with 20 years of experience reporting on energy topics and engaging with experts across various sectors.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 1.2k ratings
  • Too heavy on the tribal politics

    After Trump got voted in the second time, the host has just become insufferable, spending so much energy on taking shots at “the other side”.

    I just wanted to hear about energy stuff, I don’t even live in the USA, and this never ending political stuff is so tiring.

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    Ddd996
    Canadaa month ago
  • Great clean tech news source

    Excellent news source for clean tech. As someone in the industry, I thoroughly enjoy the deep conversations of leaders, manufacturers, and innovators.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    swimmer21ado
    United States2 months ago
  • So Interesting

    As a lay person, I often don’t know some of the acronyms or granular specifics that come up, but that’s okay, bc I’m learning and it’s all so interesting.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    horsefeat
    United States2 months ago
  • Must-listen for climate & energy followers

    Have followed since Day One. Go behind the headlines to find real people working on real solutions.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    PugetBob
    United States4 months ago
  • Indispensable

    Dave Roberts helps us understand aspects of the energy world that are not available anywhere else. Indispensable for people who want to stay current at a level of depth we seldom get elsewhere.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Connorblum
    United States4 months ago

Listeners Say

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Listeners appreciate the informative discussions that provide real-world solutions for climate challenges.
Many find the insights on energy topics to be unique, with thorough exploration not easily found elsewhere.
Some criticism involves the host's tendency towards editorial comments, which a few listeners find distracting.
The engaging style of the host keeps listeners motivated and provides a hopeful perspective on the energy transition.

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#118
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#179
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#199
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#168
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#185
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#211
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What's the deal with indoor air quality?
Q: What is good state policy here for improving indoor air quality?
Good state policy should focus on ensuring air quality in schools, checking ventilation in buildings, and upgrading filter quality to capture diseases and pollutants.
What's the deal with indoor air quality?
Q: Tell us a little bit about this global pledge for healthy indoor air. What is that exactly, and how did that come about?
The global pledge declares clean indoor air a fundamental human right at the United Nations level, aiming to promote awareness and action around the importance of indoor air quality.
Hey governors: you can salvage sustainable transportation, but you need to do it quick!
Q: What is flex funding and what is involved in doing it?
Flex funding allows states to move funding from specific highway projects into specific transit projects through negotiations with federal offices, although this is currently seen as less feasible.
Hey governors: you can salvage sustainable transportation, but you need to do it quick!
Q: Can you just tell us a little bit of background context on what the bipartisan infrastructure law set up and when it runs out?
The bipartisan infrastructure law is a five-year surface transportation reauthorization that funds all of transportation, creating competitive grant programs and funding formulas for states.
Octopus extends its tentacles into America
Q: How do you manage devices while ensuring customer engagement?
Octopus focuses on simplifying the user experience, allowing customers to manage devices easily through a single app while offering savings through energy management.

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This podcast addresses the transition from fossil fuels to clean energy, providing insightful discussions on a range of topics related to sustainability, energy policy, and technological innovations. The host engages with a variety of guests including politicians, analysts, and environmental activists, exploring the latest advancements and challenges in clean technology and energy reform. Notable themes include the implications of renewable energy certificates, the rise of grid stability technologies, and the evolving landscape of climate philanthropy. With a focus on real-world solutions, listeners can expect a blend of informative dialogue and hopeful narratives that showcase progress in the fight against climate change.

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Recent guests on Volts include:

1. Dr. Georgia Lagoudas
2. James Johnston
3. Nick Chaset
4. Liya Rechtman
5. Colin Campbell
6. Sarah Goodyear
7. Doug Gordon
8. Doreen Harris

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