

Plugged In: the energy news podcast
Montel News
Coming from the heart of the Montel newsroom, Editor-in-Chief, Snjolfur Richard Sverrisson and his team of journalists explore the news headlines in the energy sector, bringing you in depth analysis of the industry’s leading stories each week. Richard speaks to experts, analysts, regulators, and senior business leaders to the examine not just the what, but the why behind the decisions directing the markets and shaping the global transition to a green economy. New episodes are available every Thursday.
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Mar 29, 2019 • 31min
Gas – how low can prices go?
The Montel energy podcast – market insights from people in the know. In this week’s episode, we discuss the latest developments in Europe’s gas market and the outlook for prices for the rest of the year. How low can prices go? Hosts:Richard Sverrisson, News Editor, Montel, Anna Siwecka, freelance journalist/podcaster. Guests:Wayne Bryan, senior energy and commodity analyst, Alfa Energy,Chris Eales, Editor France, Montel.

Mar 22, 2019 • 29min
GO local, think global
The Montel energy podcast – market insights from people in the know. In this week’s episode, we discuss the latest developments in the guarantee of origin market and the outlook for prices for green energy certification going forward. Will the market be equally volatile this year? Hosts: Richard Sverrisson, News Editor Montel,Olav Vilnes, Nordic News Editor Montel. Guests:Nicholas O’Keeffe, senior portfolio manager, Danske Commodities,William Dixon, senior originator, Agder Energi.

Mar 19, 2019 • 1min
Coming soon: GO local, think global!
In future, you may be able to buy renewable energy and a certificate of origin from your neighbor on the blockchain. Listen to the latest episode of the Montel Weekly podcast to find out more about latest developments in the guarantee of origin (GO) market.

Mar 14, 2019 • 30min
Is solar set for a bright future?
The Montel energy podcast – market insights from people in the know. In this week’s episode, we take a close look at the outlook for solar power in Europe. The sector says “solar is back in business”, but is its optimism justified? Hosts: Richard Sverrisson, News Editor Montel, Anna Siwecka, freelance journalist/podcaster. Guests:Sonia Dunlop, senior policy adviser, Solar Power Europe, Leah Charpentier, head of European regulatory and government affairs, First Solar.

Mar 13, 2019 • 20sec
Coming soon: Is solar set for a bright future?
The Montel energy podcast – market insights from people in the know. In this week’s episode, we take a close look at the outlook for solar power in Europe. The sector says “solar is back in business”, but is its optimism justified?

Mar 7, 2019 • 21min
France’s nuclear fleet – surprises likely in 2019?
The Montel energy podcast – market insights from people in the know. In this week’s episode, we take a close look at France’s ageing nuclear fleet. Are we in for any surprise incidents this year, or are “the men in white coats” in control?As this episode goes online on the International Women’s Day, we salute the women in white coats. Hosts:Richard Sverrisson, News Editor Montel, Chris Eales, Editor France, Montel.

Feb 28, 2019 • 25min
Crazy carbon price volatility
The Montel energy podcast – market insights from people in the know. In this week’s episode, we take a close look at the EU’s flagship carbon market (EU ETS) and find out why traders may need “four pairs of sturdy underwear”. Hosts:Richard Sverrisson, News Editor MontelAnna Siwecka, freelance journalist/podcaster Guest:Alessandro Vitelli, Freelance carbon/energy reporter.

Feb 18, 2019 • 42min
The latest buzzword – PPAs
Soon to be launched: Montel Weekly podcastThe Montel energy podcast – market insights from people in the know. In this week’s episode, we take a close look at the latest buzzword – PPAs. Guests: Olav Vilnes, Nordic news editor, Nora Kamprath Buli, Team Leader Germany,Andres Cala, Editor Iberia.


