The KJ Show
The KJ Show, featuring Dr. Katherine Johnson, will be a mix of breaking news combined with practical advice on the ways in which the energy industry will affect you and your family. Katherine will share insights on the changes in the industry drawing on her experience as a consultant in the energy efficiency industry for the past 30 years. This fast-paced show will combine energy updates with conversations with leaders in the energy efficiency community. Each show will also include a live call-in segment so the audience can ask their questions and share their opinions about some of the hottest topics in energy today. Katherine will also take you behind the scenes to share some of her high-energy adventures ranging from SCUBA diving with sharks to completing her first novel, Grit & Granite.
Episodes
June 12, 2025 • 53 mins
The future of energy in the United States isn't determined by the debate over green energy. Instead, it's the realization that both red states and blue states have invested in solar and wind power, and this partnership leads to the rise of purple energy.
On The KJ Show, our host, Dr. Katherine Johnson, will discuss how these efforts, on both sides, may affect the development of clean energy in the United States, especially as more ...
On The KJ Show, our host, Dr. Katherine Johnson, will discuss how these efforts, on both sides, may affect the development of clean energy in the United States, especially as more ...
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June 4, 2025 • 56 mins
In April, President Trump signed a series of executive orders aimed at revitalizing the nuclear power industry in the United States. These Executive Orders will expedite approval for nuclear power plants, reassess current regulatory and licensing requirements, and encourage the installation of Small Modular Reactors (SMRs).
But what is the fallout from these new orders? Will these new orders weaken the safeguards surrounding nuclea...
But what is the fallout from these new orders? Will these new orders weaken the safeguards surrounding nuclea...
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May 28, 2025 • 57 mins
On April 28, 2025, 55 million people lost power for nearly a day across Spain and Portugal. But it's still unclear what caused this major blackout. Some think it was the overreliance on renewable energy, specifically wind turbines and solar PV, while others blame "a solar flare."
Other theories poor maintenance on wind turbines and the failure of solar PV systems that serve Spain and France.
On today's show, our host, Dr. Katherin...
Other theories poor maintenance on wind turbines and the failure of solar PV systems that serve Spain and France.
On today's show, our host, Dr. Katherin...
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May 21, 2025 • 53 mins
Electrification sounds like a good idea. Everything is powered using carbon-free sources, such as wind, solar, and hydro. But electrification isn't practical for everyone or every jurisdiction. In fact, some governments are rethinking their electrification policy as they weigh the costs against the benefits.
On today's show, Jeff Ihnen, President of MichaelsEnergy, will join our discussion on electrification. As an engineer who has...
On today's show, Jeff Ihnen, President of MichaelsEnergy, will join our discussion on electrification. As an engineer who has...
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April 30, 2025 • 56 mins
For the past 20 years, scientists, environmental activists and researchers have tried to develop solutions to minimize the impacts of climate change. Today's episode explores some of these ideas—which range from the practical to the fanciful.
Join our host, Dr. Katherine Johnson, on the KJ Show (https://boldbravetv.com/11am-the-kj-show/) as she describes the practicality of some of these proposals. Please share your thoughts by ca...
Join our host, Dr. Katherine Johnson, on the KJ Show (https://boldbravetv.com/11am-the-kj-show/) as she describes the practicality of some of these proposals. Please share your thoughts by ca...
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April 25, 2025 • 55 mins
Artificial Intelligence (AI) is a true disruptor- changing how we work and interact. But it is also a major energy user.
The International Energy Agency (IEA) projects that global data centers will use around 415 terawatt-hours (TWh) of electricity in 2024, or roughly 1.5% of global power usage. This figure is expected to more than double to 945 TWh by 2030 and could reach as high as 1,720 TWh by 2035- which is roughly the equival...
The International Energy Agency (IEA) projects that global data centers will use around 415 terawatt-hours (TWh) of electricity in 2024, or roughly 1.5% of global power usage. This figure is expected to more than double to 945 TWh by 2030 and could reach as high as 1,720 TWh by 2035- which is roughly the equival...
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April 16, 2025 • 55 mins
Coal is back in the headlines as the Trump Administration renews its commitment to mining coal. While environmentalists worry about the harm and pollution caused by coal emissions, others believe that "clean" coal is the best way for America to generate sufficient electricity to meet rising energy demand.
But here's the paradox. While the United States and the EU have been trying to reduce their reliance on coal, other nations, inc...
But here's the paradox. While the United States and the EU have been trying to reduce their reliance on coal, other nations, inc...
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April 9, 2025 • 55 mins
The language surrounding climate change is evolving, with terms like "climate crisis" and "climate emergency" gaining traction to emphasize urgency and the severity of the issue, while also considering how language can influence public perception and action.
But recent studies show that these terms are vague, erroneous and designed to create undue alarm.Join Dr. Katherine Johnson, our host, to discuss the evolving language of clim...
But recent studies show that these terms are vague, erroneous and designed to create undue alarm.Join Dr. Katherine Johnson, our host, to discuss the evolving language of clim...
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April 2, 2025 • 56 mins
So is net zero dead? Join Dr. Katherine Johnson, our host to discuss the viability of net zero policies. Check out the KJ Show at 11 a.m. Eastern on Wednesday (https://boldbravetv.com/11am-the-kj-show/). Share your thoughts by calling 866-451-1451 or sending your comments to kjohnson@johnsonconsults.com.
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# NetZero; # ParisC...
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# NetZero; # ParisC...
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March 25, 2025 • 55 mins
Is there a tariff on electricity coming from Canada? It depends on the day. Last week, Trump declared tariffs, and Canada retaliated. But in just a day, tariffs were suspended—for now.
But what are the effect of tariffs on our electricity costs? On today's show, our host, Dr. Katherine Johnson, will discuss the effects of tariffs on electric costs, both in the United States and throughout the world.
Join the KJ Show at 11 a.m. East...
But what are the effect of tariffs on our electricity costs? On today's show, our host, Dr. Katherine Johnson, will discuss the effects of tariffs on electric costs, both in the United States and throughout the world.
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March 7, 2025 • 58 mins
Reducing carbon dioxide (CO₂) emissions has been a central focus of energy regulation for the past three decades. But this myopic focus overlooks the unintended consequences that arise from rapidly transitioning long-established energy systems.
On today's show, host Dr. Katherine Johnson will discuss the challenges of creating energy policies that fully recognize the cost and constraints of decarbonization plans. Join the KJ Show...
On today's show, host Dr. Katherine Johnson will discuss the challenges of creating energy policies that fully recognize the cost and constraints of decarbonization plans. Join the KJ Show...
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March 1, 2025 • 43 mins
This week's show focuses on hydrogen and its viability in a clean energy world. I attended an energy conference last week that focused on the promise that hydrogen offers, but didn't really talk about the very real challenges associated with this volatile energy source.
On today's show, host Dr. Katherine Johnson will discuss how the hydrogen boom has turned out to be more of boondoggle as this energy source is not yet cost-effecti...
On today's show, host Dr. Katherine Johnson will discuss how the hydrogen boom has turned out to be more of boondoggle as this energy source is not yet cost-effecti...
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February 21, 2025 • 56 mins
Energy has always been a political issue. The energy sector represents one-sixth of our economy, and our modern life depends upon reliable and secure energy resources. But in recent years, energy has also become a flashpoint for discussion of wider issues, including climate change and reducing carbon emissions.
President Trump is focused on curbing the amount of governmental regulation regarding energy policies and shifting instead...
President Trump is focused on curbing the amount of governmental regulation regarding energy policies and shifting instead...
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February 13, 2025 • 55 mins
As an evaluator, I spent my career estimating energy savings from energy-efficiency programs. We always start with a baseline and then measure the results compared to that baseline.
However, climate change scientists have never agreed on a baseline for measuring increasing temperatures. In fact, scientists won't know how much the planet warmed until they measure temperatures for 20 years. So, if there is no objective standard to me...
However, climate change scientists have never agreed on a baseline for measuring increasing temperatures. In fact, scientists won't know how much the planet warmed until they measure temperatures for 20 years. So, if there is no objective standard to me...
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February 13, 2025 • 56 mins
Nuclear energy is not just making a comeback—it has become a cornerstone of energy plans in the United States and Europe. In Spain, nuclear power protesters are now replaced by supporters, and Sweden just opened its first nuclear power plant in 40 years.
The United States government is also expanding its plans for a nuclear energy future and approving new nuclear plants in various configurations in multiple states.
On today’s show,...
The United States government is also expanding its plans for a nuclear energy future and approving new nuclear plants in various configurations in multiple states.
On today’s show,...
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February 13, 2025 • 55 mins
Wind power has been heralded as a clean, renewable energy solution. But recently, wind power developers have been facing strong headwinds due to rising costs of offshore investments and millions of dollars in lost investments.
On today's show, Dr. Johnson will discuss the challenges wind power is facing. Poor economic conditions and an increasing number of "solar and wind droughts" are contributing to the reduced interest in wind p...
On today's show, Dr. Johnson will discuss the challenges wind power is facing. Poor economic conditions and an increasing number of "solar and wind droughts" are contributing to the reduced interest in wind p...
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January 23, 2025 • 56 mins
The concerns about flatulent cows and sheep have taken a dramatic turn: taxing cow burps and breeding “climate-friendly” sheep and cows. On today’s show, Dr. Katherine Johnson will discuss the newest climate tax on sheep and cows in Denmark. She will also discuss some breakthroughs in breeding that have led to low-methane cows and sheep. Has the war on red meat really been won? Join The KJ Show at 11 a.m. Eastern Wednesday (https:/...
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January 15, 2025 • 54 mins
A new type of criminal litigation has begun --climate lawsuits. The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) prosecuted its first environmental crime when it went after an individual who illegally smuggled Hydrofluorocarbons (HFCs) from Mexico to California. Similar prosecutions have also occurred in other attempts to evade local pollution laws. These cases are admirable and demonstrate the importance of protecting the environment. Bu...
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December 20, 2024 • 41 mins
Today's show highlights some of the promising energy-efficient technologies that may become even more feasible and practical in 2025. These energy solutions include electric wallpaper, AI-advanced thermostats, and energy-efficient data centers.
Join The KJ Show at 11 a.m. Eastern Wednesday (https://boldbravetv.com/11am-the-kj-show/).
Share your thoughts by calling 866-451-1451 or sending your comments to kjohnson@johnsonconsults.com...
Join The KJ Show at 11 a.m. Eastern Wednesday (https://boldbravetv.com/11am-the-kj-show/).
Share your thoughts by calling 866-451-1451 or sending your comments to kjohnson@johnsonconsults.com...
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December 11, 2024 • 43 mins
On today's show, I am revisiting one of my favorite topics: Trees and Energy. My host, Ms. Laural Roaldson will be my guest as we discuss and explore the intersection of proper landscaping and energy efficiency strategies.
Laural is a #1 Best Selling Author on Amazon of her book: "Choosing the Perfect Tree: Tips from a Landscape Designer." Trees also play a critical role in naturally cooling the planet, which is why utility progra...
Laural is a #1 Best Selling Author on Amazon of her book: "Choosing the Perfect Tree: Tips from a Landscape Designer." Trees also play a critical role in naturally cooling the planet, which is why utility progra...
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