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Energy Policy Now

Energy Policy Now offers clear talk on the policy issues that define our relationship to energy and its impact on society and the environment. The series is produced by the Kleinman Center for Energy Policy at the University of Pennsylvania and hosted by energy journalist Andy Stone. Join Andy in conversation with leaders from industry, government, and academia as they shed light on today's pressing energy policy debates.

  1. 19 NOV

    Empowering Communities for Climate and Energy Justice

    2024 Carnot Prize winner Jacqui Patterson explores how the clean energy transition can drive meaningful progress toward energy and climate justice.

    32 min

  2. 7 NOV

    Beyond Labor: The Expanding Scope of the Just Energy Transition

    Kleinman Center visiting scholar Kirsten Jenkins explores the concept of a just energy transition, and why it must be expanded beyond its labor roots to address broad energy system injustices.

    31 min

  3. 22 OCT

    How Virtual Power Plants Could Strengthen the Electrical Grid

    Virtual power plants can help electric grid operators address supply shortages and reliability concerns, but policy support is needed.

    25 min

  4. 8 OCT

    How Identity Politics Shape U.S. Energy Policy

    David Spence explores the rise of identity politics in the U.S. and how it has fueled bitter partisanship over the transition to clean energy. --- Throughout American history, opposing political parties have at times set aside their differences to create “republican moments”— periods of bold, bipartisan action to address critical challenges.  Today, such moments may seem unlikely, yet the need for collective action remains urgent. This is particularly true for accelerating the transition to a low-carbon energy system and tackling climate change. On the podcast, David Spence of The University of Texas School of Law discusses his new book, Climate of Contempt, which explores the roots of the current political divide in this country, and how that divide has manifested in the politics of energy. Spence examines the growth of identity politics in the U.S., how even the best-intentioned of actors can stoke partisan flames, and opportunities to re-establish bipartisan dialogue to advance the clean energy transition. David Spence is the Rex G. Baker Centennial Chair in Natural Resources Law at The University of Texas at Austin. Related Content The Untapped Potential of ‘Repurposed Energy’ https://kleinmanenergy.upenn.edu/research/publications/the-untapped-potential-of-repurposed-energy/ Comparing the 2024 Presidential Candidates’ Energy Agendas https://kleinmanenergy.upenn.edu/news-insights/comparing-the-2024-presidential-candidates-energy-agendas/ Energy Policy Now is produced by The Kleinman Center for Energy Policy at the University of Pennsylvania. For all things energy policy, visit kleinmanenergy.upenn.edu See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    40 min

  5. 24 SEPT

    Why AI Consumes So Much Energy - and What Might Be Done About It

    Nvidia’s director of accelerated computing, and a UPenn expert in AI and datacenters, explain why AI uses so much energy, and how its energy appetite might be curbed.

    38 min

  6. 10 SEPT

    Exploring Electricity Pricing: Are Alternatives to Flat-Rate Plans Worth It?

    Time-of-use electricity rates can save consumers money and optimize renewable power. But they can backfire if not carefully designed.

    26 min
  7. From the Archive: Michael Mann on the Lessons of Climate Past

    27 AUG

    From the Archive: Michael Mann on the Lessons of Climate Past

    Climatologist Michael Mann discusses his new book on Earth’s climate past, with insights into our climate future.

    27 min
  8. From the Archive: Senator Sheldon Whitehouse on the Rising Prospects for a U.S. Carbon Border Fee

    13 AUG

    From the Archive: Senator Sheldon Whitehouse on the Rising Prospects for a U.S. Carbon Border Fee

    Senator Sheldon Whitehouse discusses the prospects for bipartisan U.S. carbon border fee legislation, and the need to protect the Biden administration’s clean energy and climate achievements.

    33 min
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Energy Policy Now offers clear talk on the policy issues that define our relationship to energy and its impact on society and the environment. The series is produced by the Kleinman Center for Energy Policy at the University of Pennsylvania and hosted by energy journalist Andy Stone. Join Andy in conversation with leaders from industry, government, and academia as they shed light on today's pressing energy policy debates.

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  • Creator
    Kleinman Center for Energy Policy
  • Years Active
    2017 - 2024
  • Episodes
    191
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © 2024 Kleinman Center for Energy Policy
  • Show Website
    Energy Policy Now

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