Energy Transition Today

In this week's episode, we delve into the fast-evolving landscape of battery energy storage systems (BESS) ahead of inspiratia’s Energy Storage Summit on 27 March in London, from Italy’s long-delayed but now-confirmed MACSE Auctions to the latest UK capacity market results.

We also bring you an update on the UK's Long Duration Energy Storage (LDES) cap-and-floor scheme details released by Ofgem and DESNZ, and dive into the...

In this special bonus episode of Energy Transition Today, we launch our new Tomorrow’s Leaders series with two young voices shaping the future of sustainability: Leonard Walton and Teo Hasecic.

Leo and Theo have already made an impact on the international stage, recently speaking at Davos 2025 about the energy transition, sustainability, and the role of new technologies. 

In this episode, they share their insights on their journey in...

This week we break down bp's strategic pivot away from renewables, as the energy major scales back green investments in favour of oil and gas. What does this mean for the energy transition and the wider renewables market?

We examine the UK's evolving Contracts for Difference scheme, ahead of the launch of Allocation Round 7. We also take a closer look at the new Clean Industry Bonus—designed to boost UK manufactu...

In this episode, we sit down with Giovanni Terranova, Managing Partner and Co-Founder of Bluefield Group, and Jonathan Selwyn, Managing Director of Bluefield Development. They share insights into the company's evolution from a solar-focused investment manager to a fully integrated renewable energy platform spanning solar, wind, and battery storage.

We explore the shifting investment landscape in renewables, the increasing role ...

As companies scale back their renewable energy targets and investors reassess their sustainability strategies, we ask how relevant ESG is in 2025. 

We also dive into major financial closes in the offshore wind sector, including the Inch Cape project in the UK and Poland's Baltica 2, before exploring the Baltic states' historic grid switchover from Russia to Europe. 

Plus, we discuss the booming AI data c...

In this episode, the team unpacks the impact of  President Trump’s return to office on the energy transition, including the suspension of funding for renewable projects under the Inflation Reduction Act and a broader rollback of Biden-era climate policies. We ask what this and other policy shifts will mean for 2025 and beyond. 

We dive into more US news, including Kona Energy’s ambitious battery energy storage plans in Tex...

In this episode, Viola sits down with Jaroslava Korpanec, Partner and Head of Central and Eastern Europe Energy Infrastructure at Actis, to discuss the role of investment in driving the energy transition. Korpanec shares her insights into Actis's legacy in renewable energy development across emerging markets, focusing on the opportunities and challenges in Central and Eastern Europe.

The conversation explores key topics such as...

In this episode, we dive into the latest developments shaping the energy landscape in 2025.  

We unpack Scotland’s ambitious battery energy storage projects, including two major new initiatives by Copenhagen Infrastructure Partners. We delve into the evolving role of sustainable aviation fuels (SAF) in the race for net-zero air travel and explore how the UK and EU SAF mandates are driving innovation.

Also in this episode, w...

In this episode, we speak with TLT’s Future Energy Team to discuss how the UK can create a zero carbon grid. Together, we explore the pressing challenges facing the UK’s grid infrastructure, including grid connection delays, rising costs, and the urgent need for reforms to meet decarbonisation targets by 2030 and 2050. The discussion highlights innovative solutions such as hybrid generation, private grids, and the evolving role of ...

In this episode, Viola is joined by Alice Cajani, Global Director of Energy Management at Enfinity Global, for a comprehensive discussion on the evolving landscape of renewable energy and Power Purchase Agreements (PPAs). Cajani shares insights into Enfinity Global’s journey from its foundation in 2019 to becoming a global leader with a portfolio exceeding 26GW of renewable projects across key markets.

The conversation delves into t...

In this episode, we delve into the latest developments shaping the global energy transition. We discuss updates from Eastern Europe, focusing on Serbia, Romania, and Azerbaijan, and analyse the evolving dynamics of Poland’s renewable market. 

We also cover updates on hydrogen projects in the Nordics and discuss the challenges hindering hydrogen progress in the UK, one year after the first hydrogen allocation round.

In this episode, we dive into the latest developments across the energy transition landscape. From wind tenders in Lithuania, France, and Romania to new funding mechanisms for renewable hydrogen across Europe.

We highlight the winners from the 2024 Europe Energy Transition Awards, recognising the standout deals and companies from across the market. 
Finally, we discuss the UK government's ambitious cap-and-floor mechanism f...

In this episode, we delve into key events currently shaping the global energy landscape. We start with an update on COP 29 in Azerbaijan, highlighting its emphasis on climate finance and the new international carbon credit market. Against this backdrop, we analyse the implications of Donald Trump's re-election on US energy policies and the potential repercussions for global climate commitments.

Additionally, we discuss Sweden&a...

In this episode, Viola is joined by Michele Schiavone, Market Director for Italy at Copenhagen Offshore Partners and Divento, to explore Italy’s evolving offshore wind sector, especially the growth of floating wind technology. Schiavone delves into Copenhagen Offshore Partners’ role within the Copenhagen Infrastructure Partners family and discusses the strategic opportunities in Italy's offshore wind market. 

The conv...

In this episode, we break down the UK Autumn Budget and unpack its impact on the energy sector, from new tax hikes to extended windfall levies. We explore how the Chanellors' new fiscal rules could fundamentally change the UK's investment environment. 

We also put the spotlight on the future of tidal energy in the UK, discussing why some projects are surging forward while others face setbacks. Finally, we dive in...

In this episode, Viola welcomes Tami Miguens, Director of Software Engineering at Eavor Technologies, to explore cutting-edge advancements in geothermal energy. Miguens delves into the mechanics and mission behind Eavor's innovative "Eavor-Loop" system, a pioneering closed-loop geothermal technology capable of delivering clean, local, and base-load energy almost anywhere on the planet.

Miguens explains how c...

In this episode, we provide a comprehensive analysis of this week's UK Investment Summit and the major announcements that came out of it. We bring you the latest on the rebranding of the UK Infrastructure Bank into the much-anticipated National Wealth Fund and its implications for infrastructure and energy transition projects. Key topics include the billions in new funding commitment and sectors such as carbon capture, decarbo...

 In this first episode of our new podcast series, inspiratia meets, we welcome Pierre Lebon, Director of Analytics at cQuant, for an insightful discussion on the critical role data analytics plays in the energy sector. Pierre, with over 20 years of experience in asset valuation, risk management, and portfolio optimisation, shares how cQuant's advanced analytics platform helps clients navigate the complexities of the energy tra...

In this episode, Viola is joined by Gareth Dauley,  chief executive officer of KOE Group and co-founder of the non-profit IntoNetZero. Gareth discusses his work in bridging the skills gap in the energy sector, promoting diversity, and fostering entrepreneurship through IntoNetZero. 

Dauley reflects on his journey with KOE Group and the trends affecting the renewable and battery storage space. From the macroeconomic environ...