The Energy Transition Show with Chris Nelder

What are the key elements to a successful energy transition project where you live?

We review some examples of social, political, and technological approaches to climate change mitigation that should give us reason to be optimistic.

China has far surpassed the West to become the undisputed global leader in the energy transition.

For our 10th anniversary, we reflect on what the past decade of our work has been about and consider what the next ten years might require.

Alaska is deeply entwined with the fossil fuel industry, but its major utilities could transition almost entirely to renewables if there was the political will.

In remote, off-road communities of Alaska, microgrids supplied by renewables aren’t just economic; they’re what keep people alive.

What can the world learn about the potential for the energy transition from the world’s first all-electric farm in New Zealand?

What architectural and construction techniques are best for creating comfortable, healthy, and affordable buildings in Alaska? Part 1 of a miniseries on Alaska.

Nic Fulghum, an energy analyst and lead author of Ember's Global Electricity Review 2025, brings compelling insights on the rapid progress of the energy transition. He reveals that solar is growing faster than any energy source in history, electrification is dramatically reducing fossil fuel demand, and global power-sector emissions may be peaking. With renewables and nuclear now over 40% of the energy mix, Fulghum's data challenges skeptics and highlights the accelerating shift towards clean energy.

Mike Grunwald, a veteran reporter and author of 'We Are Eating the Earth,' dives deep into the truths about bioenergy. He questions whether biofuels like ethanol and biodiesel truly offer carbon-neutral benefits, especially when it comes to land usage and deforestation. Grunwald shares insights from his global research, revealing that many bioenergy solutions have unintended consequences that undermine their environmental claims. The conversation also highlights the political dynamics influencing biofuel policies and challenges the narrative surrounding agricultural practices and climate change.