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Plugged In: the energy news podcast

Montel News
Renewable Energy
Nordic Power Market
Electricity Pricing Error
Germany
Energy Transition
Finland
LNG
Norway
Nordic Region
Nodal Pricing
Nordpool
Power Exchange
Power Supply Crisis
Zonal Pricing
UK Electricity Market
Iberian Exception
Electric Vehicles
Battery Storage
Clean Energy Package
EU Emissions Trading Scheme

Coming from the heart of the Montel newsroom, Editor-in-Chief, Snjolfur Richard Sverrisson and his team of journalists explore the news headlines in the energy sector, bringing you in depth analysis of the industry’s leading stories each week.

Richard speaks to experts, analysts, regulators, and senior business leaders to the examine not just the what, but the why behind the decisions directing ... more

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It's been a busy first year for the EU Energy Commissioner Dan Jørgensen. The Iberian blackout, grid congestion, curtailment of renewable energy and a record number of negative prices. How does he plan to tackle some of these issues in 2026?

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The global LNG market has been tight since 2022, with prices remaining around USD 10/MMbtu (about EUR 30/MWh). 

 However, with the one-year countdown to the complete phase-out of Russian gas starting next month, and a new wave of LNG capacity from t... more

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Has the flagship climate conference of the parties (COP) lost its touch? 

One week after the closing of the annual COP conference,  we  examine the deals - or non-deals - that  came out of the two weeks of negotiations, and why the EU failed in its ... more

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Germany boasts the biggest economy in Europe. Yet energy-intensive industries in the country are struggling with high energy costs versus their global competitors. 

The German government has said it will aim to lower the cost of power to EUR 50/MWh ... more

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Recent Guests

Claudia Kemfert
Professor of Energy Economics and Energy Policy at Leuphana University, Lüneburg
German Institute for Economic Research
Episode: Germany's industry power price: hit or miss?
Christian Driessen
Editor of the German team
Montel
Episode: Germany's industry power price: hit or miss?
Stephen Woodhouse
Director of energy consultancy at Afry
Afry
Episode: Should we talk about cheap power?
Carolyn Addy
Head of Commercial and Procurement Platform Renewable
Episode: Will GHG Protocol changes affect the GO market?
Killian Daly
Executive Director at Energy Tag, a non-profit think tank
Energy Tag
Episode: Will GHG Protocol changes affect the GO market?
Wenche Teigland
CEO of Fount, an EV charging company in Norway
Fount
Episode: Powering ahead: Could Europe's EVs use 100 TWh by 2030?
Sjan Tumuk, Bess
Energy research lead at Benchmark Minerals Intelligence
Benchmark Minerals Intelligence
Episode: Powering ahead: Could Europe's EVs use 100 TWh by 2030?
Wayne Bryan
Research Principal at the London Stock Exchange Group
London Stock Exchange Group
Episode: A "frosty" winter for gas prices?
Amani Joas
Managing Director of German trading company FlexPower
FlexPower
Episode: Will standardised PPAs revive a stagnating market?

Host

Snjolfur Richard Sverrisson
Editor-in-Chief, hosts engaging discussions with industry experts and analysts on the latest news in the energy sector, focusing on market dynamics and the transition to green energy.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 79 ratings
  • Strong podcast for people interested in EU energy

    I’m a student of energy in Milan and this podcast has helped a lot. Thank you 🙏

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    babbit44
    United States3 years ago
  • Energy industry nerd

    Absolutely love how timely this podcast is!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Maria from Berlin
    United Kingdom6 years ago
  • Very informative podcast!

    Very informative podcast with an easy and listener friendly style. I particularly enjoy the varied range of people who feature in interviews and conversations.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    ChrisHayward
    United Kingdom6 years ago
  • Great time saver and source of knowledge

    It’s perfect to listen to experts provide an informal update on specific current energy related topics: very efficiently way to stay updated

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    HaakonLeknes
    Norway7 years ago
  • Very informative

    As I have recently started working as an analyst for a major energy trader in Central Europe, I find this podcast really useful to learn about greater framework for my job, and to keep updated on the latest news.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Dr Snekvik
    Norway7 years ago

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Looming LNG oversupply: what will drive gas prices in 2026?
Q: What is the outlook for demand in Asia?
A lot hinges on the severity of the winter and whether latent demand from emerging Asian economies can absorb excess supply.
Looming LNG oversupply: what will drive gas prices in 2026?
Q: How have global LNG and gas markets responded to the peace talks that we're seeing?
Prices have dropped considerably and are currently around the lowest since April last year.
Germany's industry power price: hit or miss?
Q: How can the government incentivize growing demand for PPAs?
The government could support long-term renewable power contracts and create a standardized framework for SMEs.
Germany's industry power price: hit or miss?
Q: What's your view of the industrial power price?
It risks creating new problems by subsidizing electricity consumption without addressing structural changes.
Germany's industry power price: hit or miss?
Q: What's the sentiment like at the moment?
The sentiment is mixed, with appreciation for crisis management but frustration over slow government decisions.

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