Montel Weekly
273 episodes - English - Latest episode: 1 day ago - ★★★★★ - 1 ratingMontel Weekly - market insights from people in the know. Montel Weekly is a podcast dedicated to energy news from markets in Europe and beyond. Every week we invite key industry experts to share insights and to discuss latest developments. Hosted by Richard Sverrisson. Produced by Bled Maliqi. Music by Laurence Walker and Ben Bower.
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The Trump hand grenade
April 26, 2024 04:00 - 27 minutes - 19 MBThe global gas market faces turmoil and increased price volatility should Donald Trump return to the white house. Listen to a discussion why a Trump victory in November will be “like dropping a hand grenade on the energy markets”, the implications of Russia’s attacks on Ukrainian gas infrastructure and Putin’s shadow fleet of LNG vessels. And will Iran close the Strait of Hormuz? Host: Snjólfur Richard Sverrisson, Editor-in-Chief, Montel Guests: Tobias Federico, Director, Montel Analytics;...
Acer steps up
April 19, 2024 06:00 - 29 minutes - 20.4 MBEU regulatory agency Acer is taking on new tasks and challenges. Listen to a discussion on the complexities of supervising increasingly automated and interconnected markets, the expansion of the Remit framework, the regulatory body’s new investigatory powers and how it handles huge amounts of data. In addition, what plans does Acer have to improve its brand recognition in parts of Europe where its role has been misunderstood? Host: Snjólfur Richard Sverrisson, Editor-in-Chief, Montel Guest...
Carbon border tax: Europe's own goal?
April 12, 2024 05:00 - 30 minutes - 21 MBThe EU's carbon border adjustment mechanism (CBAM) is intended to address the issue of carbon leakage - preventing companies moving to jurisdictions with less stringent emissions rules - and to keep industrial sectors in the EU competitive by charging a carbon levy at its borders. But the inclusion of electricity could trigger several unintended consequences. Listen to a discussion on how the law could significantly affect electricity flows between non-EU and EU countries and impact investme...
France’s ample supply
April 05, 2024 05:00 - 23 minutes - 15.9 MBAfter record low nuclear output in 2022, France has again become a powerhouse of atomic generation. So much so, that it is again Europe’s largest electricity exporter. Wholesale market prices in the country have tumbled amid ample supply, weak demand and high renewables, primarily solar, generation. Listen to a discussion on the outlook ahead of the summer, and the potential for surprises amid probes into possible corrosion at some reactors. Host: Snjólfur Richard Sverrisson, Editor-in-Chie...
Italy’s gas outlook
March 27, 2024 23:00 - 41 minutes - 28.6 MBEurope may have weathered the worst of the storms of the covid pandemic and the energy crisis, but the continent’s gas market remains fragile. In this episode, we talk to the CEO of gas transit operator Snam and one of Italy’s most respected energy experts about the role gas will play for the country as it looks to wean itself off Russian gas. Italy looks set to become more dependent on the vagaries of global markets as it commits to an LNG future. And what is the outlook for gas demand amon...
Picasso turbulence
March 21, 2024 22:00 - 27 minutes - 18.8 MBThe pan-EU balancing mechanism Picasso has caused price turbulence after its introduction in some markets, notably Italy. The country has since exited the platform and other countries have delayed implementation to the mandatory system. Listen to a discussion on the problems experienced by Italy and proposals put forward to change the platform and to increase data transparency. Host: Snjólfur Richard Sverrisson, Editor-in-Chief, Montel Guests: Simon Remppis, Engineer at TransnetBW; Alina T...
Virtual hubs and deep markets
March 14, 2024 22:00 - 27 minutes - 19.2 MBEU regulatory body Acer has proposed several changes to the framework of forward markets and cross-border trading, aimed at boosting power market liquidity. Listen to a discussion on virtual hubs, financial transmission rights or “spread futures” and why the Nordic model may not be the best example to follow. And, would dividing the German power zone attract more investment into green energy and increase liquidity? Host: Snjólfur Richard Sverrisson, Editor-in-Chief, Montel Guest: Lion Hirth...
The “ketchup effect”
March 07, 2024 21:00 - 30 minutes - 21 MBNorway installed the least amount of renewables in the Nordic region last year. Ahead of the country’s first ever offshore wind auction, we talk to former energy minister Åslaug Haga about the outlook for new green energy in terms of meeting growing demand. Listen to a discussion on the ways in which country should speed up capacity build and why it is important to avoid the “ketchup effect”. Host: Snjólfur Richard Sverrisson, Editor-in-Chief, Montel Guest: Åslaug Haga, Director, Renewables...
Another bumper year for PPAs
February 29, 2024 07:00 - 26 minutes - 18.4 MBEuropean power purchase agreements (PPAs) look set for another bumper year with potential volume of 20 GW. However, there is some market hesitancy amid economic headwinds and flagging wholesale electricity prices. There is also a good chance for Germany to knock Spain off the top spot for PPA growth. Listen in! Host: Snjólfur Richard Sverrisson, Editor-in-Chief, Montel Guest: Luca Pedretti, Pexapark
Epic problems, epic solutions
February 23, 2024 03:00 - 30 minutes - 20.8 MBOver the past decade, Germany has experienced serious energy shocks – many of which were of its own making. For instance, the over-reliance on Russian gas and exiting coal and nuclear power at the same time. However, it has also provided solutions on a remarkable scale. Listen to a discussion - recorded live at the E-World trade fair in Germany - on how the country dealt with its energy crisis, and the positive progress made since 2022. But how can it speed up investments into the grid as w...
Why GO prices are crashing
February 15, 2024 21:00 - 28 minutes - 19.7 MBEuropean Guarantee of Origin prices have slumped to near 15-month lows amid oversupply and faltering auctions. Listen to a discussion on the measures policy makers need to adopt to boost both transparency and liquidity in this opaque market. Will prices ever reach the highs of 2022 again? Host: Snjólfur Richard Sverrisson, Editor-in-Chief, Montel Guest: Daniel Arnesson, Manager, Renewable Power Analysis
Trump looms as geopolitics hots up
February 09, 2024 05:00 - 29 minutes - 20.5 MBThe prospect of Trump returning to the White House could shake up the global gas market already on edge from rising tensions in the Middle East. Listen to a discussion about how Trump could reverse President Biden’s pause to LNG projects. Also, the pod highlights why Chinese and German gas demand is returning close to pre-pandemic levels and what this means for imports to Europe as it continues to shun Russian supply. Host: Snjólfur Richard Sverrisson, Editor-in-Chief, Montel Guest: Nadia M...
Geopolitical risk fatigue?
January 31, 2024 20:00 - 27 minutes - 19.2 MBAre oil and gas markets too complacent about the current geopolitical risks in the Middle East, which accounts for around one third of global seaborne oil trade? Saul Kavonic, senior research analyst at MST Financial thinks so. In this week's pod, he explains how an escalation of tensions beyond the Hamas-Irael war could see the closure of the Strait of Hormuz and propel oil and LNG prices to USD 200/bbl and USD 100/MMbtu respectively – dwarfing the peaks during the 2022 energy crisis. Host...
Germany bucks 17-yr power trend
January 25, 2024 22:00 - 28 minutes - 19.4 MBFor the first time in 17 years, Germany became a net electricity importer in 2023, largely due to expensive fossil fuels which meant power from its neighbours was cheaper than that domestically generated. Carbon emissions in the country also plummeted but is the drop permanent as the country looks to transform its power system? Listen to a discussion on the choices facing Germany and the pros and cons of splitting its single power market zone. Host: Snjólfur Richard Sverrisson, Editor-in-Ch...
The flexibility episode
January 19, 2024 00:00 - 31 minutes - 21.9 MBEurope’s net-zero targets for 2050 are ambitious, but the roll-out of renewable energy will not be successful without a significant boost to flexibility in power markets. Listen to a discussion on the prospects for batteries, both giga and household, in the energy transition and where the hotspots are in Europe. Could new technology such as sodium-ion be a game changer for energy storage? Host: Snjólfur Richard Sverrisson, Editor-in-Chief, Montel Guest: Sam Ebohon, Director Flexibility, Ba...
Saved by cables?
January 12, 2024 00:00 - 33 minutes - 23 MBCross-border electricity cables are controversial. For some they provide supply security while others believe they increase prices in markets used to low energy costs. Listen to a discussion on the impact the power links had amid a period of extremely cold weather in the Nordic region. In addition, what is the outlook for wholesale prices in the coming weeks and months – could Finland see a return of EUR 800/MWh? Host: Snjólfur Richard Sverrisson, Editor-in-Chief, Montel Guest: Sigbjørn Se...
Germany’s big freeze
January 04, 2024 16:00 - 32 minutes - 22.1 MBGermany faces a freeze on many counts over the coming weeks. Firstly, a cold snap is likely to send power prices spiralling. In addition, a budget freeze could hamper the country’s plans to meet its decarbonisation targets after a court ruled the EUR 60bn earmarked for its green transition was illegal. How will Europe’s largest energy consumer afford to keep the lights on? Host: Richard Sverrisson, Editor-in-Chief, Montel Guests: Tobias Federico, Managing Director, Energy Brainpool
End of year round-up, outlook (Part two)
December 29, 2023 08:00 - 39 minutes - 26.9 MBEnd of year round-up, outlook In the next two episodes we discuss the key energy issues in the year to date with Montel journalists, while also looking forward to 2024. Despite markets having come a long way since the crisis of 2022, they remain jittery and volatile. Part one will focus on Spain, Italy and France, while part two discusses Germany, the Nordic region and global fuel markets. Host: Richard Sverrisson Guests (Part one): Enza Tedesco, Editor Italy; Pablo Bronte, Editor Spain; C...
End of year round-up, outlook (Part one)
December 21, 2023 09:00 - 41 minutes - 28.3 MBIn the next two episodes we discuss the key energy issues in the year to date with Montel journalists, while also looking forward to 2024. Despite markets having come a long way since the crisis of 2022, they remain jittery and volatile. Part one will focus on Spain, Italy and France, while part two discusses Germany, the Nordic region and global fuel markets. Host: Richard Sverrisson Guests (Part one): Enza Tedesco, Editor Italy; Pablo Bronte, Editor Spain; Chris Eales, Editor France; Muri...
Gas hostage to geopolitics, market jitters
December 14, 2023 22:00 - 37 minutes - 25.7 MBGas storage is ample, the weather has remained largely mild and French nuclear availability has returned to pre-Covid levels. However, given the escalating conflict in the Middle East and stalemate in Ukraine, several risks remain ahead of the winter season. Listen to a discussion on the outlook for prices amid a very jittery market. Also, will the EU impose sanctions on Russian LNG? Host: Snjólfur Richard Sverrisson, Editor-in-Chief, Montel Guests: Henning Gloystein, Director for Energy, ...
Finland’s Black Friday
December 08, 2023 07:00 - 28 minutes - 19.3 MBA bidding error in the Nordic spot power market could be the costliest fat finger event ever in European energy markets – both in terms of financial losses but also the reputational damage for the electricity system and the companies involved. Listen to a discussion on the events that led to EUR -500/MWh power prices and why some Finns treated it as Black Friday. Host: Snjólfur Richard Sverrisson, Editor-in-Chief, Montel Guests: Maarit Uusitalo, Manager, Market Solutions, Fingrid ;Riku ...
Nodal or Zonal?
December 01, 2023 07:00 - 28 minutes - 19.7 MBThe UK is reviewing a shift in how it prices electricity from a single wholesale market, with two locational alternatives under consideration: nodal or zonal. This week’s pod addresses the pros and cons of locational prices and whether they will help or hinder the UK’s quest for net-zero emissions. Host: Snjólfur Richard Sverrisson, Editor-in-Chief, Montel Guests: Stephen Woodhouse, Director Afry Management Consulting and Phil Hewitt, Director, Montel EnAppSys.
Can COP28 spur EU carbon market?
November 24, 2023 07:00 - 24 minutes - 17 MBWorld climate negotiators will meet for UN-led talks in Dubai next week in attempt to slow warming that is exacerbating extreme weather from flooding to heatwaves to drought. Could COP28 provide impetus to Europe’s carbon market, where prices have dropped from a record high above EUR 101/t to a one year-low below EUR 75/t amid weak fundamentals and rising geopolitical risks. Listen to a discussion on the outlook for the EU’s key climate policy tool. Host: Snjólfur Richard Sverrisson, Edi...
Post-Brexit power trading
November 17, 2023 07:00 - 20 minutes - 14.1 MBThe BritNed cable has boosted power trading between the UK and the Netherlands. Listen to a discussion on post-Brexit trading, the impact of more prevalent negative prices and how the platform could set the standard for other interconnectors. Was the power link shackled or freed by the UK’s exit from the EU? Host: Snjólfur Richard Sverrisson, Editor-in-Chief, Montel Guests: Nils Teipel, Commercial Operations Manager, BritNed and Daniel Homoki-Farkas, Managing Director, Supercharge.
The Acer conundrum
November 10, 2023 07:00 - 26 minutes - 18.5 MBDebate has begun in Norway on the EU’s fourth energy package, that dates back to 2019. Listen to a discussion on the key elements of the legislation and why they are proving controversial. The perceived powers of the EU regulatory body Acer are of concern to many, but have they been misunderstood? Host: Snjólfur Richard Sverrisson, Editor-in-Chief, Montel Guests: Catherine Banet, Professor of Law, Head of Department of Energy and Resources Law, University of Oslo; Olav Vilnes, Editor...
Corporates hunger for green power
November 03, 2023 07:00 - 26 minutes - 17.9 MBCorporate demand for guarantees of origin (GO) is hotting up and prices could soon be on the rise. Listen to a discussion on the growing importance of GOs not just for generators of electricity but also for a wider range of companies. Could the GO price become higher than the wholesale electricity price? Host: Snjólfur Richard Sverrisson, Editor-in-Chief, Montel Guest: Bruno Brunetti, Head of low-carbon electricity analytics, S&P Global Commodity Insights.
Middle East conflict stokes gas supply jitters
October 26, 2023 12:00 - 22 minutes - 15.5 MBWhat will be the impact of the Israel-Hamas conflict on an already jittery and volatile gas market? Listen to a discussion of the potential consequences of a cut to Egyptian gas exports amid lower supply from Israel and what the situation will have on plans for a regional gas hub. In addition, what is the possibility of a reduction in LNG supplies through the Suez Canal and the Strait of Hormuz should the war escalate? Host: Snjólfur Richard Sverrisson, Editor-in-Chief, Montel Guest: Agata ...
Is EU energy infrastructure vulnerable to attack?
October 19, 2023 23:00 - 25 minutes - 17.2 MBThe recent incident of suspected sabotage affecting the Balticconnector – the gas pipeline linking Finland and Estonia – has highlighted the vulnerability of Europe’s energy network, especially offshore pipelines. Who or what is threatening gas links and power cables? Listen to a discussion on why it is imperative that countries work together to protect critical infrastructure and the ways in which this can be achieved. Host: Snjólfur Richard Sverrisson, Editor-in-Chief, Montel Guest: Jaku...
Geopolitics trump fundamentals
October 12, 2023 22:00 - 25 minutes - 17.7 MBThe months ahead will be filled with uncertainty – and price volatility – as energy market participants assess the consequences of the escalating conflict in the Middle East and potential sabotage to the gas pipeline linking Finland with Estonia. Will these events override market fundamentals? Listen to a discussion of the key developments in UK and continental wholesale power and gas markets in the last quarter and the outlook for the coming months. Host: Snjólfur Richard Sverrisson, Edit...
No room for complacency
October 06, 2023 00:00 - 26 minutes - 18.1 MBEuropean wholesale gas prices are falling, stocks are close to full capacity and LNG is still flowing to the region, though as winter looms market participants cannot afford to relax, yet. Listen to a discussion on the factors that will influence supply and demand in the coming months. What is the risk that Russian LNG will completely stop flowing to Europe? And can we expect renewed industrial action at LNG facilities in Australia? Host: Snjólfur Richard Sverrisson, Editor-in-Chief, Mont...
Investor fury over Rishi's rollback
September 28, 2023 20:00 - 24 minutes - 16.7 MBInvestors into the UK's renewable sector have expressed disbelief, disappointment and anger over plans by Prime Minister Rishi Sunak to relax rules to phase out fossil fuel cars and boilers. Listen to a discussion on why the populist move makes no sense politically or financially as it will deprive areas outside of London of manufacturing opportunities and export potential. Will investors now prioritise other markets as the UK backpedals? Host: Snjólfur Richard Sverrisson, Editor-in-Chief, ...
Norway’s looming supply deficit
September 21, 2023 14:00 - 30 minutes - 21.1 MBNorwegian power prices have swung from record highs last year to all-time lows this year as supply in the hydropower-intensive nation shifted from deficit to surplus. While dry or wet weather generally drives prices, Norway is set for a long-term change from a power exporter to an importer as new capacity lags demand growth. Listen to a discussion about Norway’s struggle with new capacity, notably onshore wind – with only 3 of 356 local communities in approval – and why investors are looking...
Powering through extreme weather
September 14, 2023 07:00 - 23 minutes - 16 MBFloods, wildfires, heatwaves, drought and hurricanes. Extreme weather patterns are becoming more frequent in Europe and across the globe. But what does this mean for the way energy is produced, consumed and transported? Listen to a discussion on how the energy market will cope with shifting weather patterns like El Nino as the planet heats up. And, what's the outlook for winter in Europe? Host: Snjólfur Richard Sverrisson, Editor-in-Chief, Montel Guest: Robin Girmes, Managing Partner at En...
France bets big on nuclear (again)
September 07, 2023 21:00 - 31 minutes - 21.3 MBFrance has announced ambitious plans to build new nuclear plants, with up to 14 reactors potentially online by 2050. Yet its much vaunted new generation reactor at Flamanville is massively overbudget and more than a decade behind schedule. Listen to a discussion on why the grandiose plans by president Emmanuel Macron may not be realised, along with analysis of the main issues affecting the country's renewables objectives. Will it meet its 2030 targets? Host: Snjólfur Richard Sverrisson, Edi...
Gas faces triple whammy?
August 31, 2023 19:00 - 28 minutes - 19.5 MBWholesale gas prices have been very volatile in August, largely over concerns of a reduction in supply due to strikes at Australian LNG facilities. The market has softened in recent days but risks of further spikes remain. Listen to a discussion on the price impact of the strike, maintenance on the Norwegian continental shelf and a potential cold snap. Also, how safe is northern Europe’s gas infrastructure from attack? Host: Snjólfur Richard Sverrisson, Editor-in-Chief, Montel Guest: Ole Hv...
Curbing surplus solar power
August 25, 2023 05:00 - 25 minutes - 17.7 MBEurope is scaling up solar power capacity like never before and could exceed the 46 GW installed last year. But what happens when there is too much feeding the grid? Listen to a discussion on output curtailments, negative prices, and dealing with network constraints. Host: Snjólfur Richard Sverrisson, Editor-in-Chief, Montel Guest: Naomi Chevillard, Head of Regulatory Affairs, Solar Power Europe
UK green issues take political centre stage
August 18, 2023 06:00 - 25 minutes - 17.3 MBBy pledging to “max out” oil and gas reserves and criticising “loony” green policies, UK prime minister Rishi Sunak appears to be driving a wedge between his government and the opposition Labour party. Listen to a discussion on the country’s faltering climate goals, why offshore wind farms are proving challenging and the fierce debate around urban low-emission zones (Ulez). And, will Britons really be cooking their turkeys on new nuclear power in 2028 (11 years later than originally planned)...
Slaves to the algorithm
August 11, 2023 06:00 - 26 minutes - 18 MBAlgorithmic trading has rapidly developed in Europe’s short-term power markets with about 85% of transactions now performed by robots. Listen to a discussion on how machines react to challenging market conditions and why it is important to keep them in check via human oversight. We also touch on the issues of data transparency and how some of Europe’s short-term markets may be prone to insider trading. Host: Richard Sverrisson, Editor-in-Chief, Montel Guest: Amani Joas, Managing Director, ...
Iceland GO ban stirs market
August 04, 2023 06:00 - 19 minutes - 13.3 MBA temporary EU ban on Icelandic GOs stirred the guarantees of origin market, raising questions about the credibility of the system amid double counting concerns. Listen to a discussion about why the EU renewables watchdog, the Association of Issuing Bodies (AIB), rattled the GO market and what the utility on the island did to lift the suspension. Host: Snjólfur Richard Sverrisson, Editor-in-Chief, Montel Guest: Tinna Traustadóttir, Executive Vice President Sales and Customer Service, Lands...
CFD controversy, coal subsidy spat
June 28, 2023 10:00 - 37 minutes - 26.1 MBIn the final episode before the summer break, we look at policy developments in Brussels and Berlin. As the energy crisis appears to be easing, we discuss the main policy issues of the past six months from the European Commission and Germany. Why is a spat brewing over plans to issue contracts for difference to existing nuclear plants and why is there opposition to Poland’s proposal to subsidise its coal plants? In addition, has Germany managed to secure gas supply ahead of the winter? Host...
Filling reservoirs, cooling reactors
June 22, 2023 18:00 - 24 minutes - 16.7 MBThis week’s episode discusses the hydrological situation in the Nordic and Alpine regions. Reservoir levels in Norway, Sweden and Finland are lower than average, but do not currently pose concerns for winter supply. Listen to a discussion with Mr Hydrology about power exports from Norway, and the outlook for river flows and temperatures in central Europe. Will cooling issues plague France’s nuclear fleet again this summer? Host: Richard Sverrisson, Editor-in-Chief, Montel Guest: Eylert Ell...
Finland's success story
June 16, 2023 05:00 - 23 minutes - 16 MBFinland's Olkiluoto 3 reactor – Europe's largest power plant – came online in April boosting capacity in the country by 1.6 GW. In addition, record wind power additions mean the country is currently oversupplied with power, for the first time in decades. But consumption has not kept pace, meaning the country needs a rise in demand to avoid sustained low, and even negative prices. Listen to a discussion on the transformation in Finland's power system. Host: Richard Sverrisson, Editor-in-Ch...
Sticky negative prices
June 08, 2023 23:00 - 29 minutes - 20 MBEuropean electricity prices have spiked from more than EUR 1,000/MWh last year to below EUR 100/MWh this year. Hourly prices recently plunged below zero – as low as EUR -400/MWh in some countries – during periods of robust intermittent renewable supply and low demand. Listen to a discussion why negative prices could be the new normal for the next two to three years, what the consequences will be, and how policymakers should react. Richard Sverrisson, Editor-in-Chief, Montel Guests: Sigbjør...
Will carbon’s bogeymen return?
May 31, 2023 14:00 - 20 minutes - 13.9 MBIncreased renewables generation and lower gas prices will add pressure to European carbon prices in the months ahead but in the medium to long term the market is expected to tighten amid very ambitious climate targets. Listen to a discussion on the main factors driving prices and why we are unlikely to return to EUR 100/t. In addition, who are the “carbon bogeymen” and will policymakers blame them in case of a sharp rise in prices? Host: Richard Sverrisson, Editor-in-Chief, Montel Guests:...
Controversial aid for German industry
May 26, 2023 00:00 - 26 minutes - 18.3 MBGermany’s plans to cap electricity prices for industry at EUR 60/MWh until 2030 is creating controversy and is even unwelcome by some large industrial firms. Why is there such opposition to a stable and secure power price for almost seven years? Listen to a discussion on the outlook for companies operating in Europe’s industrial heartland. Will gas demand in the EU’s biggest economy return to pre-crisis levels? Host: Richard Sverrisson, Editor-in-Chief, Montel Guests: Tobias Federico, Ma...
Danish consumer backlash
May 19, 2023 00:00 - 29 minutes - 20.3 MBIn a follow-up to the episode on 5 May, we hear why Denmark's energy consumers are up in arms over the profits made by the country’s trading houses. Details over bonuses – promised, then withdrawn – have only added to the uproar. Listen to a discussion on profits, bonuses and allegations of market abuse from the perspective of energy consumers. Is there, or should there be, a more equitable way of sharing the vast proceeds of these Danish firms? Host: Richard Sverrisson, Editor-in-Chief, Mo...
The golden age of PPAs?
May 11, 2023 21:00 - 25 minutes - 17.3 MBThe looming end of temporary interventions in Europe’s wholesale market has triggered a wave of activity in power purchase agreements (PPAs), as companies rush to secure green energy. What has been the impact of the European Commission’s market design proposal on PPAs and the expansion of renewables? Listen to a discussion of why storage will increasingly be a key part of long-term energy deals and why analysis regarding the costs of solar power is outdated almost as soon as it is published....
Electrifying transport
May 08, 2023 12:00 - 34 minutes - 23.9 MBIn this special live podcast, hosted by Nord Pool at their special event in Bergen, Norway, we discuss how to accelerate the energy transition through the electrification of transport and the use of batteries. What sectors can be electrified and which ones will be more challenging? How likely is it that large ships or planes could run fully on electricity in the years to come? And what should you do if you run out of power far out at sea? Listen to a discussion on range anxiety and the requi...
Backlash after Danish boomtime?
May 04, 2023 20:00 - 24 minutes - 16.6 MBSeveral Danish trading companies have posted record high profits in recent weeks. What's the secret to their success? Listen to a discussion on the reasons behind the massive rise in earnings and how they have been received in Denmark amid a cost of living crisis. In addition, a row over huge bonuses and allegations of market manipulation are likely to increase the chances of a regulatory backlash. Host: Richard Sverrisson, Editor-in-Chief, Montel Guest: Anders Plejdrup Houmøller, CEO, Hou...
Backing up the green transition
April 27, 2023 20:00 - 24 minutes - 16.9 MBEurope has ambitious plans to become net zero by 2050. This will not only require a massive roll out of wind and solar energy, but also flexible capacity for those dark, cold, and windless winter days. Listen to a discussion on the need to speed up permitting, cannibalisation and why large nuclear and coal fired plants are not a good match for renewable energy. Host: Richard Sverrisson, Editor-in-Chief, Montel Guest: Anja Frada, Chief Operating Officer, Wärtsilä Energy