Energy Futures podcast is a video first series dedicated to exploring the latest advancements, challenges and opportunities in the global energy transition. The podcast is hosted and produced by a passionate team of researchers, engineers and policy experts committed to multidisciplinary collaboration to drive forward the clean energy transition. Conversations cover the complex world of energy, covering topics ranging from grid infrastructure, finance, global energy markets, renewable technology advancements, and carbon capture and storage. Each episode features insights from Imperial's leading researchers, industry experts and influential voices in the energy sector.
All available episodes are linked below.
Episode 25 - Industrial Decarbonisation
In this episode, host Dr. Gbemi Oluleye, Lecturer at Imperial College London, is joined by Adam Hearne, CEO and Co-founder of CarbonChain as they explore the complexities of industrial decarbonisation and how energy-intensive sectors can transition to a net-zero economy.
Episode 24 - Decarbonising Aviation
Host Dr. Nadine Moustafa, is joined by Rhea Liem, Reader in Sustainable Aviation Technologies at Imperial College London and Kerri Moss, Head of Partnerships at Impetus Carbon to explore the challenges the aviation industry faces in rapidly decarbonising and ask the question - how are innovative solutions and collaborative efforts shaping the path toward sustainable air travel?
Episode 23 - Weathering the Storm: The Future of Energy Resilience
In this episode, Dr. Aidan Rhodes discusses the critical importance of resilience in the energy sector with Bronwyn Bullen, Organisational Resilience Manager at UK Power Networks.
Episode 22 - Carbon Dioxide Removal
Join our hosts Dr. Paola Sáenz and Dr. Nadine Moustafa as they explore the evolving landscape of Carbon Dioxide Removal (CDR) and Negative Emissions Technologies (NETs) and their role in achieving climate goals.
Episode 21 - The Future of Battery Energy Storage
Host Dr. Nadine Moustafa sits down with Professor Martin Freer, CEO of the Faraday Institution and Jingyi Chen, Head of Battery at Breathe Battery Technologies to discuss the role energy storage plays in shaping our energy systems.
Episode 20 - AI in Energy
In this episode, host Dr. Aidan Rhodes is joined by Francesco Leofante, Imperial College Research Fellow, and Daniel Lewis, Parliamentary Office of Science and Technology Fellow and author of the Energy Security and AI policy briefing paper, as they explore the intersection of AI and energy
Episode 19 - Heat Pumps: Heating Low-Carbon Homes
In this episode, host Cait Hewitt sits down with Dr Jan Rosenow, Director of European Programmes at Regulatory Assistance Project and Max Waddingham, Operations Director at Good Energy to discuss all things heat pumps.
Episode 18 - Grid-Forming and Grid-Following Inverters
Imperial PhD student Fater Akuhwa sits down with Professor Tim Green to discuss the rapidly evolving landscape of energy systems, with a focus on grid co-design and the integration of renewable energy.
Episode 17 - From Data to Narrative
Jonny Prest is joined by Richard Black, Director of Policy and Strategy at Ember, who explores the future of energy, the zero-carbon transition, and his career in climate journalism and policy.
Episode 16 - ClimateTech Revolution
In this episode we’re taking you to the London Climate Technology Show 2024—an inspiring hub of innovation and collaboration for a sustainable future.
Episode 15 - Building Robust Energy Systems
This episode features to exceptional panel discussions from the Resilient Renewable Society Summit 2024, where you will hear from thought leaders on the frontlines of resilience and sustainability, and a one-on-one conversation between Jonny Prest and Professor Yoav Yair, Dean of the School of Sustainability at Reichman University in Israel.
Episode 14 - Climate Change Science
This episode, recorded live at the Sustainable Energy Futures Annual Conference 2024, features Sir David King, Head of the Climate Crisis Advisory Group, sharing his expert insights on critical climate challenges and innovative interventions.
Episode 13 - Advanced Thermal Battery Technology
Jonny Prest is joined by Rayan Kassis, co-founder and CEO of Aed Energy, as he shares insights into the UK’s key energy challenges, the critical role of long-duration storage in grid stability, and the future of renewable energy integration.
Episode 12 - Positive Energy pt.1
This special episode shines a spotlight on three incredible social and tech entrepreneurs making waves in the climate and energy space.
Episode 11 - Going Deep with Geothermal
In this episode, Jonny Prest speaks with Geoscientist Dr Lior Suchoy, as they delve into the fascinating world of geothermal energy, exploring its potential as a sustainable energy source and its role in achieving a Net Zero future.
Episode 10 - Future Thinking: From NEOM to National Grid
Jonny Prest sits down with Cathy McClay to discuss her remarkable career, her perspective on the future of renewable energy, and the bold steps needed to drive global sustainability forward.
Episode 9 - Leading the Way to a Zero-Carbon Grid
Jonny Prest is joined by Guy Nicholson, Head of Zero Carbon Grid Solutions at Statkraft UK, as he shares his expertise on challenges and opportunities in the UK's energy transition.
Episode 8 - Financing the Clean Energy Future
Jonny Prest speaks with Dr. Malte Jansen, Lecturer in Energy and Sustainability at the University of Sussex, who provides valuable insights into achieving net-zero with high shares of renewables.
Episode 7 - Navigating Global Energy Shifts
Lukas Schirren is joined by Dr. Yousef Alshammari, founder of CMarkits, to explore the global challenges influencing energy markets.
Episode 6 - Creating Positive Energy
Jonny Prest sits down with Juliette Sanders, Chief Communications Officer at Energy UK to discuss the role of communications in accelerating the energy transition
Episode 5 - Building a Nuclear Power Plant
Dr. Nadine Moustafa hosts Dr. Pete Bryant as he shares his expertise on environmental sustainability, governance and radiation protection in the context of one of the UK's most ambitious nuclear projects
Episode 4 - Navigating Ireland’s Energy Transition
Join Caitríona Sheridan, Senior Engineer at Bord na Móna and an alumna of Imperial College London, as she discusses Ireland’s ambitious renewable energy goals.
Episode 3 - Unpacking Carbon Capture and Storage (CCS)
Dr. Aidan Rhodes hosts Dr. Nadine Moustafa as together, they explore the significance of carbon capture and storage (CCS) in the global energy transition.
Episode 2 - Shaping the Future of Material Design with AI
Join us as we dive into the cutting-edge intersection of artificial intelligence and material science with Dr. Sam Cooper, a leading expert in the field.
Episode 1 - Powering the UK
In our inaugural episode, we delve into the future of the UK's energy landscape with expert insights from two of Imperial College London's top energy researchers, Dr. Aidan Rhodes and Dr. Nadine Moustafa.