213 episodes

Welcome to ‘Energy Unplugged by Aurora’, a mix of in-depth conversations with key international industry leaders, policymakers, and academics, sharing their unique perspectives on the global energy transition.
 
Hosted by various Aurora experts, we explore the hottest topics and trends across the energy landscape. From renewables, battery storage, and grid integration, to hydrogen, commodity markets, and technology innovation, our high-profile guests weigh in with their valuable insights.
 
Stay informed and engaged with the latest developments in the energy industry, with a new episode released every week!

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Welcome to ‘Energy Unplugged by Aurora’, a mix of in-depth conversations with key international industry leaders, policymakers, and academics, sharing their unique perspectives on the global energy transition.
 
Hosted by various Aurora experts, we explore the hottest topics and trends across the energy landscape. From renewables, battery storage, and grid integration, to hydrogen, commodity markets, and technology innovation, our high-profile guests weigh in with their valuable insights.
 
Stay informed and engaged with the latest developments in the energy industry, with a new episode released every week!

    EP.186 Jeremy Bentham on the role of forecasts in the energy transition

    EP.186 Jeremy Bentham on the role of forecasts in the energy transition

    On this episode of Energy Unplugged, we welcome Jeremy Bentham, Former Head of Shell Scenarios and Co-Chair at the World Energy Council, discussing the role of forecasts in the energy transition with our Head of Research for European Hydrogen and Global Energy Markets, Anise Ganbold.

    With over 40 years of profound experience in the energy industry, Jeremy Bentham holds notable positions including senior advisory roles in various international organisations and serves as a non-executive company director. He has also been a commissioner on the Energy Transitions Commission and the inaugural Chair of the European Commission’s Advisory Council on Hydrogen and Fuel Cells. Currently, Jeremy is a Senior Fellow with the Mission Possible Partnership and has recently launched his free fortnightly "Dodo Club Newsletter".

    Main topics include the following:

    • The combination of forecasting, with educational and influencing activities
    • The Two Degrees view
    • Tips to set successful strategies
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    EP.185 Andrew Doyle on Hydrogen Project Financing

    EP.185 Andrew Doyle on Hydrogen Project Financing

    On this episode of Energy Unplugged, we are delighted to welcome Andrew Doyle, Executive Director, MUFG, discussing hydrogen project financing with our European Hydrogen Market Lead, Emma Woodward.

    Andrew brings with him over 20 years of project finance experience, having joined MUFG in 2011. His expertise spans a wide range of projects, from large thermal power and renewables ventures across the UK and Europe, and Middle East as well as offshore transmission projects. Additionally, Andrew serves as a member of the Hydrogen Advisory Council and was seconded to the former UK Department of Energy and Climate Change in 2009.

    Main topics include the following:

    • Financing for both hydrogen production projects and transport & storage projects
    • The impact of supply chain constraints and higher cost environments on hydrogen projects
    • What are the countries at the forefront of hydrogen policy and why?
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    EP.184 Dr Sopna Sury provides an outlook of the hydrogen landscape

    EP.184 Dr Sopna Sury provides an outlook of the hydrogen landscape

    In this episode of Energy Unplugged, we discuss the changes, challenges, and future outlook of the hydrogen landscape. We are pleased to have Dr Sopna Sury, Chief Operating Officer Hydrogen, RWE Generation SE, join us in conversation with our Lead Expert for Hydrogen, Dilara Caglayan.
    Sopna is responsible for the group-wide coordination and expansion of RWE's hydrogen activities and, under her leadership, RWE has set a growth target of 2 GW electrolyser capacity by 2030, supported by a 10 GW project pipeline. Prior to RWE, she held positions at McKinsey & Company, E.ON and Uniper. Sopna holds a degree in Business Economics and a Doctorate from the University of Witten/Herdecke.
    Main topics include the following:
    • An outlook of the hydrogen space’s situation over recent years
    • The biggest challenges hindering hydrogen market rollout, from policy, regulation, and public support perspectives
    • Regional competitiveness within Europe, and the EU's Response to the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) and Support Schemes
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    EP.183 Declan Flanagan on Renewables & Storage Development in the US & Australia

    EP.183 Declan Flanagan on Renewables & Storage Development in the US & Australia

    In this episode of Energy Unplugged, we discuss renewables and storage development in the US and Australian markets. We are delighted to welcome Declan Flanagan, Founder & CEO of Bluestar Energy Capital, in conversation with our Managing Director for APAC & California, Hugo Batten, and our Research Lead for US West, Kimberly Liu.

    Prior to founding and directing Bluestar Energy Capital, Declan served as EVP at Ørsted and CEO of Ørsted’s onshore renewables business. He was also the Founder & CEO of Lincoln Clean Energy (acquired by Ørsted in 2018). Declan has led over $10 billion in capital investment in global clean energy and holds an MBA from the Kellogg School of Management and a BSc from the University of Galway.

    Main topics include the following:

    • Consequences of rising financing costs and supply chain issues for renewables and storage
    • Structural opportunities in the WECC region
    • Grid issues in Australia and potential solutions
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    • 38 min
    EP.182 Robert Todd on Long Duration Energy Storage

    EP.182 Robert Todd on Long Duration Energy Storage

    In this episode of Energy Unplugged, we discuss Long Duration Energy Storage (LDES) and explore how this space is gathering momentum as its pivotal role in supporting the Energy Transition becomes increasingly recognised. We are pleased to have Robert Todd, Managing Director at CIBC Capital Markets, join us in conversation with our Head of Research for the UK & Ireland, Marc Hedin.

    Robert joined CIBC three years ago to help expand their advisory platform activities globally, with recent experiences across offshore wind (floating & fixed), onshore wind, solar, energy storage (LDES and battery), hydrogen, and synfuels (e-methanol). Prior to CIBC, he held positions at HSBC and Barclays Capital.

    Main topics include the following:

    • LDES technologies and their new applications
    • The best markets to develop LDES
    • Financing and bankability of LDES projects
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    EP.181 Andy Bowman on Renewables in the US

    EP.181 Andy Bowman on Renewables in the US

    On this episode of Energy Unplugged, we are delighted to welcome Andy Bowman, Founder & CEO of Jupiter Power, discussing renewables in the US with our Managing Director for North America, Oliver Kerr.
    Over his 25-year career in renewables, Andy has had executive responsibility for more than 3,600 MW of wind and solar projects and 1,400 MWh of energy storage projects which are currently operational or under construction. Prior to founding and managing Jupiter Power, he was CEO and founder of Pioneer Green Energy, Chief Development Officer at E.On Climate & Renewables, SVP Development at Airtricity, and CEO and founder of Renewable Generation Inc. Notably, he is also the author of “The West Texas Power Plant That Saved the World.”
    Main topics include the following:
    The role of capital and infrastructure in both creating and combating climate changeThe role of the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) and industrial policy in supporting domestic labour and manufacturingThe US battery storage marketSupport the show

    • 49 min

Customer Reviews

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21 Ratings

21 Ratings

mandrews1988 ,

Very interesting and engaging

Aurora finds incredibly interesting industry professionals and woke me up to the huge currents of change going on around me as an engineer in the energy sector.

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Enjoyed the previews

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