Inside the UK’s Clean Energy Culture War – Chris Stark Explains | Everything Electric Podcast

In this episode of the Everything Electric Podcast, we sit down with Chris Stark, Head of the UK’s Mission Control for Clean Power 2030 within the Department for Energy Security and Net Zero. From building the UK’s energy dashboard to delivering on ambitious targets, Chris takes us behind the scenes of the nation’s clean power revolution. We cover everything from offshore wind auctions and retrofitting homes, to the huge challenge of delivering 95% clean electricity by 2030. Listen to Chris' insights on:

🔋What "Mission Control for Clean Power" actually looks like
🔋The UK's action plan to hit 95% clean electricity
🔋Why offshore wind is make or break for the UK
🔋Challenges of grid expansion and planning
🔋Demand-side flexibility & consumer transformation
🔋Working with Ed Miliband & the urgency of climate delivery

🚗 This episode was Recorded while driving through Glasgow – and comes with a side helping of a slightly frazzled Imogen Bhogal as her and Chris talk about the UK's energy future!

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