Energy and the ‘big beautiful bill’

• 06 June 2025

Dive into the high-stakes world of energy policy and its role in the US-China AI race, featuring insights from top experts at the ACORE Finance Forum in New York

Can we add dozens of giant new data centres to the electricity grid?

• 13 May 2025

It’s the most talked-about academic paper this year in the world of energy. Rethinking Load Growth, co-authored by Tyler Norris of Duke University has caused a stir in energy circles.

Energy Gang and Interchange Recharged join forces to discuss flexibility on the power grid

• 29 April 2025

Two leading energy podcasts collide to decode the big questions shaping America’s clean energy future - live from the Solar and Energy Storage Summit.

Keeping cleantech investment alive

• 15 April 2025

Can climate innovation survive the funding crunch? Discover how smarter investment strategies are keeping cleantech alive.

What does financial market turmoil mean for low-carbon energy?

• 18 March 2025

Investors are pulling back from renewables - what does it mean for the energy transition?

What does DeepSeek AI mean for energy?

• 04 February 2025

How will DeepSeek AI, soaring AI power demand, and Trump’s energy policy reshape the grid?

Bonus episode from COP29: Getting real about methane emissions

• 10 December 2024

More than 100 countries have pledged to cut methane emissions, with not much to show for it so far. What is being done to change that?

What happened at COP29?

• 27 November 2024

Ed Crooks discusses the outcomes of COP29 with Energy Gang regulars Melissa Lott and Amy Harder. They dive into what was agreed upon and its implications for the global energy transition. Joining them is Anca Gurzu, who covered the talks live in Baku.

Live from COP29: Everyone is talking about climate finance. What do they mean?

• 18 November 2024

As the "Finance COP", COP29 is under pressure to deliver concrete outcomes on climate finance. The goal is an agreement that could mean US$1 trillion a year or more flowing from rich countries to low and middle-income countries.

Live from COP29: How US states will keep up climate action under a Trump administration

• 14 November 2024

A special COP 29 episode exploring the power of states, regions and cities to advance the energy transition amid uncertain national policies.

What’s next for energy after the US elections?

• 11 November 2024

With a new Trump administration set to steer US energy policy, what changes lie ahead for energy? Join Ed Crooks and expert guests as they break down the impacts on energy policy, renewables and the Inflation Reduction Act.

The trouble with transformers

• 29 October 2024

The Energy Gang explores why transformers are suddenly in short supply and what’s being done to fix the situation.

Climate Week NYC special: Can the US electricity system meet the challenges it faces?

• 25 September 2024

Ed Crooks hosts a special live edition of the podcast, recorded during Climate Week at NYU, to debate the risks and opportunities in this new world for US power.

The rise of AI means surging investment in electricity supply. What will that mean for customers?

• 03 September 2024

As AI demand surges, it’s creating new challenges and opportunities in the energy sector. How can the grid keep up, and who stands to gain the most - customers or industry giants?

How global trade can help build the clean energy economy

• 23 July 2024

How do you ensure global cooperation in the energy transition? Use international trade rules as a foundation.

Are low profits to blame for the energy transition lagging?

• 09 July 2024

Author Brett Christophers joins host Ed Crooks and guests Melissa Lott and Joseph Majkut for a deep dive into the theories presented in 'The Price Is Wrong'. Is low profitability hindering the energy transition?

Day 3: How can we finance the energy transition? Discussions from the final day of the Reuters Global Energy Transition Conference 2024

• 28 June 2024

Ed discusses the crucial theme of financing the energy transition. Hear from experts at Reactivate, Citi and more as they share their insights into addressing the financial challenges and opportunities presented by the energy transition.

Day 2: The Energy Gang at The Reuters Global Energy Transition Conference 2024

• 27 June 2024

Check out the second special episode of Wood Mackenzie's The Energy Gang podcast, recorded at the Reuters Global Energy Transition 2024 conference in New York. Listen in as we sit down with leaders from key companies shaping the energy transition.

Can capitalism save the planet?

• 11 June 2024

Can capitalism save the planet? Join Ed Crooks, Melissa Lott and Joseph Majkut as they debate the role of private investment in tackling climate change. Discover contrasting perspectives in "The Price Is Wrong" and "Climate Capitalism."

There’s no transition without transmission. How can we make it easier to build?

• 28 May 2024

Ed Crooks is joined by Amy Myers-Jaffe and Shanu Mathew, to unpack the latest orders from FERC. What are the regulators trying to do, and why do some people object to their plans? And what will the proposed reforms mean for the energy transition in the electricity sector in the US?

Google’s demanding goals for decarbonisation

• 16 May 2024

Evolving power: the impact of electric vehicles on energy utilities

• 01 March 2024

In this bonus episode from Distributech, Ed is joined by Quinn Nakayama, from Pacific Gas and Electric Company (PG&E). They have an in-depth discussion on how the rise in EVs is forcing utilities to rethink infrastructure, optimise energy use, and plan for a very different future.

The Energy Gang at Distributech 2024 in Orlando

• 28 February 2024

Recorded live from the Distributech 2024 conference, Ed Crooks is joined by industry leaders to discuss the role of AI within the renewable energy marketplace.

2023 was a tough year for clean energy investment. Will 2024 be better?

• 20 February 2024

Join Ed Crooks, Amy Myers-Jaffe and Dan Goldman as they discuss the downturn in climate-focused funds and venture capital flows. What’s impacting clean energy shares?

What does 2024 have in store for energy?

• 09 January 2024

Curious about the future of energy in 2024? Join Ed Crooks and experts Amy Myers-Jaffe and Dr Melissa Lott as they discuss the influence of elections, COP events, and cutting-edge technologies like enhanced geothermal power.

COP28: Ed's notebook | Podcast

• 22 December 2023

COP28 was the largest climate talks to date, with industry leaders, governments, analysts, journalists and climate activists all converging on Dubai. On this bonus episode, we bring you three conversations from the summit.

Be of good cheer! | Podcast

• 22 December 2023

On this episode of the Energy Gang, Ed Crooks is joined by Melissa Lott and Amy Myers Jaffe to reflect on the events and trends that have unfolded across the energy industry in 2023.

COP28: This year’s COP is breaking new ground | Podcast

• 06 December 2023

Ed Crooks is joined by Dr. Melissa Lott and Michael Webber as they dissect the latest energy trends at COP28. Phase out vs phase down is still the big topic, and the team give their take on the future of fossil fuels.

COP28: The Energy Gang on the ground at COP28: the summit so far | Podcast

• 04 December 2023

In the inaugural instalment of our on-the-ground coverage at COP28, Ed Crooks is joined by Amy Harder and Bill Spindle from Cipher to discuss the significant developments unfolding in Dubai.

Thanksgiving special: a family debate about energy | Podcast

• 17 November 2023

Join The Energy Gang for a Thanksgiving special! Toby and Danny Rice debate the role of natural gas in our quest for cleaner energy. Is it a solution or a compromise?