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Clean Energy Transition
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Electric Vehicles
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Australia
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Offshore Wind
Mining
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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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My guest, Val Miftakhov of ZeroAvia, argues that hydrogen fuel cells paired with electric motors are the key to decarbonizing aviation. We discuss why he prefers his solution to sustainable aviation fuels or batteries, the challenges and misconceptio... more

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I talk to Emily Pontecorvo (Heatmap) and Jeff St. John (Canary Media) to grapple with the latest Trump administration moves impacting climate and energy policy. We discuss t... more

In this episode, I dive into the UK's decarbonization journey with Lucy Yu of the Centre for Net Zero. We discuss how the UK has become a world leader in offshore wind while lagging in heat pump adoption, why electricity market reform is essential to... more

I'm joined by “Texas Doug” Lewin to unpack the fascinating contradictions of a state that inadvertently became the nation's renewable energy powerhouse through a free market electricity system that its politicians now seem bent on strangling. Bills b... more

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Doug Lewin
Energy consultant and expert on Texas energy trends
Texas Energy and Power Newsletter, Energy Capital Podcast
Episode: What in tarnation is going on in Texas?
Helena Sarén
Head of the Zero Carbon Future mission at Business Finland, a longtime player in the clean energy scene in Finland.
Business Finland
Episode: What's up with clean energy in Finland?
Bryony Worthington
Founder and Director of Ember, an energy think tank.
Ember
Episode: How is clean electricity doing globally?
Nicolas Fulghum
Lead Author of Ember's Global Electricity Review.
Ember
Episode: How is clean electricity doing globally?
Sean Casten
Representative for Illinois' 6th District
U.S. Congress
Episode: The view from inside DC, with Rep. Sean Casten
Patrick Robbins
Member of Public Power NY, involved in the campaign for public power
Public Power NY
Episode: What's going on with public power in New York?
Johanna Bozuwa
Advocate for public power and community energy initiatives
Climate and Community Institute
Episode: What's going on with public power in New York?
Tom Lumsden
Development manager for Blatchford, City of Edmonton
City of Edmonton
Episode: Canada's largest sustainable community takes shape
Tom Young
Architect at Stantec involved in Blatchford's design
Stantec
Episode: Canada's largest sustainable community takes shape

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David Roberts
Host of discussions around clean energy and climate policy, with a focus on innovation and social implications of energy transition.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 1.1k ratings
  • The best podcast I’ve ever found

    Doing God’s work

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    3848392747833873
    United Statesa month ago
  • So glad this exists

    Great hosts and great guests

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    cestmoichien
    United States2 months ago
  • Thanks!

    Incredibly informative and thought provoking. Volts engages my cortex and helps me see paths to a hopeful future.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Izimbral
    United States3 months ago
  • The best

    Volts is the top energy/climate podcast you’ll find, enjoy!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Udub Dawgfan
    United States3 months ago
  • Some episodes are okay when the topic is technical, but the host is an anti-American ideologue with tired talking points.

    Podcast Addict
    2
    Sneed
    3 months ago

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Overall, the podcast is regarded as essential listening for anyone interested in sustainability and energy issues.
Listeners express appreciation for the deep insights and engaging discussions on clean energy and climate themes.
The host is recognized for thought-provoking interviews with a diverse array of experts.
Some occasional critiques mention a desire for less personal commentary from the host.

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#99
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#119
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#207
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#191
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#101
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#102
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The view from inside DC, with Rep. Sean Casten
Q: How do you feel Democrats in Congress are responding to the current crisis?
Casten believes their response has not been adequate, noting that while some members rise to the occasion, it's crucial for Democrats to fight against the threats to democracy.
Making sure smart devices can talk to each other and the grid
Q: What is the vision behind the Mercury Consortium?
Devrim Celal explains that the Mercury Consortium is formed to create interoperability standards for smart devices, ensuring that they can communicate with each other and with the grid effectively to enhance energy efficiency.
The fate of the EV tax credits
Q: Is there bipartisan support for these credits in Congress?
There's an understanding that these credits are vital but significant political divisions complicate consensus.
The fate of the EV tax credits
Q: What is the connection between the consumer credit and manufacturing investment?
The consumer tax credit is essential for driving demand which, in turn, incentivizes manufacturing investment in the EV sector.
The fate of the EV tax credits
Q: What are the concrete threats to EV tax credits?
There are concerns about the sustainability of tax credits due to political opposition and their impacts on manufacturing investments, particularly the consumer credit.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Volts

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

Focused on the transition from fossil fuels to renewable energy, this podcast engages with a diverse range of topics, including clean energy policy, technological innovations, housing reform, and the socio-economic impact of energy transitions. Each episode features expert guests ranging from political figures and industry leaders to grassroots activists, discussing developments such as public power initiatives, smart device interoperability, and urban planning for sustainability. The content emphasizes not only the challenges of climate change but also actionable solutions and positive progress being made in the energy sector, making it an optimistic source of information for listeners interested in the dynamics of energy policy and its fu... more

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1. Doug Lewin
2. Helena Sarén
3. Bryony Worthington
4. Nicolas Fulghum
5. Sean Casten
6. Patrick Robbins
7. Johanna Bozuwa
8. Tom Lumsden

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