The joy of conferences where you get to send someone a little treasure map with an X to show where your interview will be

Bit of an ambitious week: starting a new job as an energy and climate reporter at @contexte.com and then singing Bach's St John's Passion at Holy Trinity Brussels. Looking forward to getting stuck into the job and might go on vocal rest for a day or two ...

A couple of weeks ago @kirataylor.bsky.social of @foresight-ce.bsky.social got in touch to talk about #MakingElectricityCheaper She had good questions: how do we make electricity cheaper? what can we do in short & long term? what more do we need from the EU? foresightmedia.com/story/sizlfj...

I had a great chat with @kirataylor.bsky.social about the EU’s 2040 climate target, a topic that is far from straightforward. It has sparked intense debate among EU countries, and its escalation to the European Council only adds to the complexity. Listen to it 👇 foresightmedia.com/story/sBylsH...

This week’s overview of climate & energy stories on the Jolt Rundown includes: - The EU’s struggle to agree on its 2035 and 2040 climate targets - A rather flat lead-up to COP30 - Some good news for renewables @smorgan.bsky.social and I unpacked all this and more foresightmedia.com/story/sHTveg...

What does this week’s State of the Union address tell us about the future of EU climate and energy policy? Sam Morgan and I unpacked the key takeaways - along with some good news on renewables - on today’s episode of The Jolt Rundown. foresightmedia.com/story/shy9mN...

It was a pleasure to dissect the energy and climate bits in Ursula von der Leyen's State of the EU speech with @kirataylor.bsky.social. My main points 🧵

ICYMI, today's episode of The Jolt mentioned some interesting new research: 📊 New stats from @ember-energy.org about solar's surge in Central Europe 💰A new BloombergNEF report on investment in renewables Listen here: foresightmedia.com/story/sYDIUj...

❗ Amid a tense geopolitical and trade situation, climate and energy took a less prominent role in the State of the EU than previously. But there were still concrete pointers and hints as to what to expect. Elisabetta Cornago joined me on The Jolt to dig into them foresightmedia.com/story/sYDIUj...

Europe is installing more wind energy - but not fast enough. Despite progress, statistics from WindEurope indicate that the rollout is insufficient to meet EU energy goals. I spoke to Giuseppe Costanzo from WindEurope about what Europe needs to do to catch up: foresightmedia.com/story/sxjTx6...

Trump's shadow over the US solar industry and the push for emissions reduction rules for cars to remain in place in Europe - catch up on the top climate and energy news headlines on today's episode of The Jolt: foresightmedia.com/story/sxjTx6...

Back at the mic for @foresight-ce.bsky.social’s first daily news podcast after the summer break 🎙️ Today: - EU countries consider stricter rules on gas origins as they look to end Russian supplies - Equinor to help Ørsted as the company struggles under Trump foresightmedia.com/story/s7AvgP...

Heading back to Brussels for more energy and climate reporting after some time off hiking! I'm available for commissions for articles and moderations on energy, climate & environment, plus training on communicating these topics ✍️ Get in touch to say hi or discuss how we can work together!

The world of trade is growing ever more complex, and Europe increasingly finds itself caught between China and the United States. I took a look at how this impacts Europe's energy transition for @foresight-ce.bsky.social foresightmedia.com/story/sVXg4i...

Hanging up the microphone for a few weeks' holiday in the mountains, hopefully far away from any mentions of simplification, competitiveness and tariffs! Here's @smorgan.bsky.social and my rundown of this week's news. We'll be back soon to dive into more stories foresightmedia.com/story/s35iu5...

What did we learn about the relationship between the EU and China on energy and climate at the recent summit between the two? Belinda Schäpe joined me on The Jolt to discuss their statement on climate change, potential collaboration on the global energy transition and underlying trade tensions. 👇

Last week, the International Court of Justice gave a landmark ruling on states' obligations when it comes to the climate crisis. Sébastien Duyck from the Center for International Environmental Law joined me on The Jolt to discuss what was said and the implications of this. Listen here 👇

Over the last few weeks, I've spoken to experts to dig into the details of the Commission's proposal for a 90% emissions reduction by 2040 For the series finale, @smorgan.bsky.social joined me to discuss what we've learnt and what happens next. Listen here: foresightmedia.com/story/sTA2kS...

The clock is ticking to agree on the 2040 target as international deadlines loom. The Greens in the European Parliament want to fast-track the process, but there will be challenges. This episode, we have the Greens’ negotiator, Lena Schilling. By @kirataylor.bsky.social Listen now: buff.ly/zqL4wiA

In today’s episode of The Jolt, Kira looks into the legal safeguards for the ocean and whether actions to protect it should be mandatory. Listen Now: foresightmedia.com/story/ssW7RV... @kirataylor.bsky.social @smorgan.bsky.social

What does the Green Claims Directive saga reveal about the state of EU politics? And what repercussions could it have on other elements of EU green policy? Sam Morgan and I delve into all this and more on today's episode of The Jolt Rundown.

Looking at the state of the climate, it's clear that action is needed, but there are also big economic and social benefits. For today's episode of The Jolt, I looked at the positive impacts of the blue economy and how funding initiatives can help them get off the ground.

Sam and Kira return to go over the week’s biggest talking points, including Spain’s power blackout culprits and everything green transport, plus the United Kingdom plans to go gas-free Listen now: foresightmedia.com/story/snzngA... @kirataylor.bsky.social @smorgan.bsky.social

Update on what's going on with the potential scrapping of the EU's Green Claims Directive: www.linkedin.com/posts/kira-t...

Transitioning Arctic shipping away from heavy fuel oil will help limit snow and ice melt. I spoke to Sian Prior about this challenge and Espen Larsen-Hakkebo whose company is using electric vessels about how these work for today's episode of The Jolt foresightmedia.com/story/s5iEQg...

The ocean plays a critical role as a climate regulator - but it has mostly been missing from climate conversations. The third United Nations Ocean Conference aimed to change that - my report from Nice for Euronews Green on the message it has sent ahead of COP30 👇 www.euronews.com/green/2025/0...

In today’s episode of The Jolt, Sam and Kira discuss the week’s biggest talking points, including the ocean’s role in the energy transition and nuclear power, plus it’s Trump vs California over electric... Listen now: foresightmedia.com/story/sqzBfp... @kirataylor.bsky.social @smorgan.bsky.social

As the International Energy Agency hosts its 10th Annual Global Conference on Energy Efficiency, Erich Labuda from ABB joined me on The Jolt to discuss the role of motors in bolstering efficiency and how industrial changes can help meet the Paris Agreement to limit global warming lnkd.in/emvAqUrZ

The European Commission will soon follow up on its plan to ditch Russian energy with bans on gas imports. Ahead of this, I looked into the plan, why Europe shouldn't return to Russian gas, and how the energy transition can help. Listen or read here 👇 foresightmedia.com/story/szWJm1...

I think there's an inherent British pessimism in me that led to me bringing a raincoat to a conference on the Côte d'Azur that has seen nothing but blazing sunshine

Day 3 in Nice, reporting on the United Nations Ocean Conference. Some interesting discussions about bringing oceans into the conversation on climate change and the role of the energy transition in reducing emissions and providing new, clean sources of revenue. Lots of stories to come so stay tuned!

Thank you very much @kirataylor.bsky.social and @foresight-ce.bsky.social for the opportunity and for interviewing me. It was a pleasure to share the dedicated work we’ve been doing at @caneurope.org on the final #NECPs and how to achieve a fair and just transition towards the 2030 goals.

Heading to the United Nations Ocean Conference today in search of stories about the ocean's role in the energy transition and in tackling the climate crisis. Drop me a message if you'll be there / have a good story or person to interview.

In today’s episode of The Jolt, Sam and Kira discuss potential boosts to floating wind and how the recent Polish elections could spell trouble for the European Union’s 2040 target, plus what... Listen now: foresightmedia.com/story/sagvyq... @kirataylor.bsky.social @smorgan.bsky.social

It's a date! The European Commission is due to publish its 2040 emissions reduction target on 2nd July. Here's an explanation of what it could look like that I wrote for @cleanenergywire.bsky.social www.cleanenergywire.org/factsheets/q...

What does Poland's recent presidential election mean for climate and energy policy in the country and in the EU? I spoke to Michał Smoleń from the Instrat Foundation to find out foresightmedia.com/story/sWz5Fl...

Ukraine has significant energy infrastructure and natural resources, including Europe's biggest nuclear power plant and largest gas storage. However, much of its energy system has been captured or destroyed, meaning billions of dollars are needed to restore it.

I joined a group of climate scientists in signing this open letter to the New Zealand Prime Minister, warning against adopting a climate target based on "no additional warming". biogenicmethane.org#letter

In today’s episode of The Jolt, Sam and Kira discuss whether the European Union is actually on track to meet its 2030 climate target, plus Syria begins the long path towards rebuilding its wrecked... Listen now: foresightmedia.com/story/sliaS2... @kirataylor.bsky.social @smorgan.bsky.social

It's a wrap! We've published the final episode of our Watt Matters series exploring the energy transition and competitiveness. We've covered the Clean Industrial Deal, the impact of trade tensions, power prices, efficiency, Europe's innovative edge and much more. foresightmedia.com/story/sUEpzT...

Yesterday, a decade-long climate case between a Peruvian farmer and RWE ended in a historic decision that could set a significant precedent for future cases. I spoke to Sébastien Duyck about what it means for future court cases for today's episode of The Jolt foresightmedia.com/story/szHepW...

In Wednesday’s episode of The Jolt, Sam looks into how Southeast Asia’s data centre boom isn’t necessarily bad news for the climate, plus the latest on the European Union’s climate ambition Listen now: foresightmedia.com/story/sSuFkb... @kirataylor.bsky.social @smorgan.bsky.social

In today’s episode of The Jolt, Kira and Sam discuss the issues surrounding building renovation in Central and Eastern Europe, plus there’s some good news from renewable energy production in China Listen now: foresightmedia.com/story/sveknk... @kirataylor.bsky.social @smorgan.bsky.social

Communicating well on climate change is crucial and something I try to speak about often. This is my first time speaking about it at a theatre performance! Thanks to The Bridge Theatre for inviting me to speak at their production of 855-FOR-TRUTH on Thursday 5 June! www.linkedin.com/events/855-f...

Linking carbon pricing, court cases on Scope 3 emissions and building renovation in Central and Eastern Europe - @smorgan.bsky.social and I caught up on the big stories from this week for @foresight-ce.bsky.social's The Jolt Rundown! foresightmedia.com/story/sveknk...

In today’s episode of The Jolt, Kira looks at a technology that could cut the need for fossil fuels in desalination, plus the International Energy Agency’s warning on critical minerals Listen now: foresightmedia.com/story/sRTpbK... @kirataylor.bsky.social

In today’s episode of The Jolt, Sam looks at how and why energy relations between the European Union and the United Kingdom should be improved, plus Kira reports on new rules around carbon credits Listen now: foresightmedia.com/story/sFoWdY... @kirataylor.bsky.social @smorgan.bsky.social

In today’s episode of The Jolt, Kira and Sam look into how energy transition innovations can improve our lives, plus Germany’s struggle to cut transport and building emissions Listen now: foresightmedia.com/story/siZTyk... @kirataylor.bsky.social @smorgan.bsky.social

How can digitalisation help grid operators make the most of their infrastructure? On a press trip to Norway, I spoke to Heimdall Power about direct line reading technology. Listen to the interview here: foresightmedia.com/story/s99FXm... Thanks to arc Press for helping set it up!

How does the EU's carbon border adjustment mechanism fit into a world of increasing trade tensions? David Kleimann from ODI Global joined me on The Jolt to discuss CBAM, how it could impact relations with the US and how it fits into 2025's new trade reality. foresightmedia.com/story/s0xGPo...