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Watt Matters: The FORESIGHT energy transition podcast

FORESIGHT Media Group
Renewable Energy
Energy Transition
Decarbonization
Industrial Decarbonization
Energy Efficiency
Electrification
Circular Economy
European Union
Geothermal Energy
Carbon Removal Technologies
United States
China
Net Zero Emissions
Heat Pumps
Flexibility
Climate Neutrality
Critical Raw Materials
Eco-Design Regulation
Sustainability
COP28

From FORESIGHT Climate & Energy, Watt Matters is a podcast all about the energy transition and the shift to a decarbonised economy. Through biweekly debates and discussions on the energy transition in Europe, North America and around the world, Watt Matters focuses on how to achieve thriving renewable energy markets and liveable cities through the right mix of policy, regulation, finance and techn... more

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The cost of power is inextricably linked to Europe’s competitiveness. Bram Claeys from the Regulatory Assistance Project joins Watt ... more

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The wind sector could be a key pillar of the European Union’s clean energy future and help bolster the bloc’s competitiveness, but t... more

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Lisa Neusel
A researcher at Fraunhofer focusing on energy efficiency potential and decarbonization strategies in industry.
Fraunhofer Institute for Systems and Innovation Research
Episode: The efficient use of efficiency to drive European competitiveness
Clemens Rohde
Head of the Department of Energy Technology and Energy Systems, specializes in energy efficiency tools and measures.
Fraunhofer Institute for Systems and Innovation Research
Episode: The efficient use of efficiency to drive European competitiveness
Adèle Chambaud
Vice President of EU Government Affairs at Schneider Electric
Schneider Electric
Episode: Industrial decarbonisation’s competitive edge
Professor Dr. Joseph Francois
Managing Director of the World Trade Institute and Professor of Economics at the University of Bern
World Trade Institute
Episode: Trade and the transition under Trump
Belinda Schäpe
China policy analyst at the Centre for Research on Energy and Clean Air
Centre for Research on Energy and Clean Air
Episode: China’s impact on competitiveness
Phuc-Vinh Nguyen
Head of the Jacques Delors Energy Centre
Jacques Delors Energy Centre
Episode: Competitiveness and the energy transition
Werner Coppye
Co-founder and Chief Technology Officer at 3E
3E
Episode: Enabling renewables through digitalisation
Ludovica Rosato
Digital Transformation Manager at BayWa
BayWa
Episode: Enabling renewables through digitalisation
Margarida Correia Pires
Head of Business Development at EDP
EDP
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David Weston
Host and Co-Producer, focusing on energy transition and decarbonization discussions
Kira Taylor
Co-host and a reporter, contributing insights on energy and sustainability

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 45 ratings
  • Hydrogen

    Gniewomir Flis, your “hydrogen expert “ needs some serious communications training before being let loose on a podcast. Certainly needed some vetting before giving him a free reign on your podcast.

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    PCM321
    Norway4 years ago
  • Very excited about this!

    A much needed energy podcast coming soon.

    Apple Podcasts
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    janoxon
    United Kingdom4 years ago

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Industrial decarbonisation’s competitive edge
Q: How does European industry compare to the US, to China, to Africa, to Southeast Asia, to Latin America? Is it quite competitive on a global scale?
Despite higher energy costs, Europe maintains a leading position in clean tech, pharma, and chemicals, but faces challenges in competitiveness that need addressing.
Industrial decarbonisation’s competitive edge
Q: How important is Europe's industry, and particularly the heavy industry sector, to its economy and to its competitiveness on a global stage?
The industry is crucial for EU competitiveness and is increasingly seen as an engine for growth and jobs, especially in periods of sluggish economic growth.
Decarbonisation’s invisible tool
Q: What do you think needs to be done to change the situation regarding poor insulation of domestic buildings?
Focus on upgrading low-income households and minimum standards for rental homes to improve energy efficiency and health.
Decarbonisation’s invisible tool
Q: What implications will that have on energy efficiency efforts as the conversation shifts towards full decarbonization?
During the transition, energy efficiency will remain crucial for reducing costs and emissions until the system is fully decarbonized by 2050.
Decarbonisation’s invisible tool
Q: Do you see a bit more consensus coming into the political discourse in Australia ahead of the next election?
At the state and territory level, there's more consensus, but at the national level, bipartisanship is still hard to achieve.

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