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The smarter E Podcast

The smarter E Podcast

The smarter E 260 folgen Nov 12, 2026

Der smarter E Podcast richtet sich an die Gestalter der neuen Energiewelt. Er behandelt aktuelle Trends und Entwicklungen in einer erneuerbaren, dezentralen und digitalen Energiebranche. Gastgeber Jonathan Gifford begrüßt und interviewt Persönlichkeiten, die die Branche prägen und Entwicklungen vorantreiben. Jede Woche donnerstags erscheint eine neue Episode.

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The data center energy dilemma – with Nirinder Johl and Jessica Fishman
The data center energy dilemma – with Nirinder Johl and Jessica Fishman Nov 12, 2026 46:55 The artificial intelligence boom is driving an unprecedented surge in electricity demand, putting power grids, energy prices, and emissions reduction under pressure. Malaysia's rapidly expanding data centre industry is requiring the utility TNB to embark on market reforms. While in the United States, energy became a defining issue of the recent mid-term elections including pushback against datacen
Pathways to perovskite commercialization emerge – with Fabian Fertig and Frank Mu
Pathways to perovskite commercialization emerge – with Fabian Fertig and Frank Mu Okt 29, 2026 38:59 Perovskite solar cells have promised to push photovoltaic efficiency to new heights for years. Now, with major manufacturers achieving crucial reliability milestones and the first large-format modules entering large-scale production, the technology is moving beyond the laboratory. But as the race to bring perovskites to market accelerates, a fundamental question remains: will production processes
New policy reforms could shrink Germany’s solar market – with David Wortmann and Salomé Perperot
New policy reforms could shrink Germany’s solar market – with David Wortmann and Salomé Perperot Okt 15, 2026 44:41 Germany helped pioneer the political frameworks that made solar a global success. But with daytime electricity prices falling, solar companies under pressure, and significant policy reforms taking shape, could the impressive solar and battery installation rates of recent years slow dramatically? This week, host Jonathan Gifford speaks with David Wortmann, founder and CEO of Berlin-based consultanc
The challenge in turning Europe’s PV research into an industrial reality – with Gaëtan Masson and Delfina Muñoz
The challenge in turning Europe’s PV research into an industrial reality – with Gaëtan Masson and Delfina Muñoz Okt 1, 2026 41:10 Europe has some of the world’s best solar researchers and strongest local markets. So why is so much of the PV manufacturing happening somewhere else? Recorded at the recent EU PVSEC scientific conference and exhibition in Rotterdam, host Jonathan Gifford explores this question with Gaëtan Masson, CEO of the Becquerel Institute and co-chair of the European Solar Manufacturing Council. They examine
Stack ‘em up: Germany’s big battery inflection point – with Thaddäus Kreisig
Stack ‘em up: Germany’s big battery inflection point – with Thaddäus Kreisig Sep 17, 2026 30:00 Germany’s utility-scale battery deployment is hitting an inflection point. After years of projects piling up in development pipelines, utility-scale storage is arriving at gigawatt scale – just as Germany’s huge solar fleet drives electricity prices towards zero, or below, during sunny hours. For batteries that can shift that power into higher-priced periods, the opportunity is enormous. Host Jona
Update on global solar and inside “24/7 renewable Germany” – with Charlotte Senkpiel & Sonia Dunlop
Update on global solar and inside “24/7 renewable Germany” – with Charlotte Senkpiel & Sonia Dunlop Sep 3, 2026 30:39 The Dunkelflaute has become one of the most persistent arguments against a fully renewable energy system. When the sun isn’t shining and the wind isn’t blowing, where is our energy supposed to come from? Detailed new modeling from Germany’s Fraunhofer ISE suggests these “dark doldrums” are a challenge – but should not be enough to halt the energy transition. The bigger challenge to be overcome is
Why modelling the energy transition matters – with Jarand Rystad
Why modelling the energy transition matters – with Jarand Rystad Aug 20, 2026 22:59 Despite claims that the energy transition is losing momentum, solar and battery deployment continues to run ahead of forecasts – profoundly impacting electricity markets and the wider global energy system. Recorded at The smarter E Europe 2026 in Munich, host Jonathan Gifford is joined by Jarand Rystad, founder and CEO of energy analysts Rystad Energy, to examine where the transition stands today.
Effective responses to power markets in flux – with Edurne Zoco and Barbara Rubim
Effective responses to power markets in flux – with Edurne Zoco and Barbara Rubim Aug 6, 2026 25:24 An increasing number of solar marketplaces have entered a new phase – one where achieving strong, ongoing installation rates depends heavily on system flexibility. Recorded live at The smarter E Europe 2026 in Munich, this episode of pod brings together two conversations that examine how solar marketplaces are changing in the face of this new reality, which includes falling capture prices and the
How U.S. innovators are reshaping solar – with Howard Wenger and Aaron Thurlow
How U.S. innovators are reshaping solar – with Howard Wenger and Aaron Thurlow Jul 23, 2026 35:11 Innovation in solar business models and technology is front-and-center on this episode of The smarter E Podcast. Featuring two leaders from the U.S. solar industry, it explores how innovation across the solar value chain is taking the global energy transition in new directions. Recorded live at The smarter E Europe 2026 in Munich, host Jonathan Gifford speaks with two executives from companies tha
What EV acceleration means for the grid – with Thomas Raffeiner and Petrouschka Werther
What EV acceleration means for the grid – with Thomas Raffeiner and Petrouschka Werther Jul 9, 2026 30:58 As Europe faces rising energy-security concerns, volatile electricity markets and growing grid congestion, a new generation of energy solutions is emerging that could turn these challenges into opportunities. Recorded live at The smarter E Europe 2026 in Munich, this episode explores how EVs, smart charging, and vehicle-to-grid technology are transforming cars into active participants in the elect
Can Renewables Deliver 24/7 Power? | Live from The smarter E Europe 2026 – with Tim Meyer and expert guests
Can Renewables Deliver 24/7 Power? | Live from The smarter E Europe 2026 – with Tim Meyer and expert guests Jul 2, 2026 31:50 The future of energy was on display in Munich last week — and this isn’t hyperbole! While some still question how an industrialised nation like Germany can be powered by renewable energy 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year, The smarter E Europe 2026 offered some compelling insights. Through a major new study, an interactive exhibition, and the countless innovations showcased across the
Perovskites: the race for the future of PV? – with Rutger Schlatmann and Angelika Harter
Perovskites: the race for the future of PV? – with Rutger Schlatmann and Angelika Harter Jun 25, 2026 34:29 Recorded at the Tandem PV Workshop in Berlin, this week’s episode explores one of the most exciting frontiers in solar technology: perovskite-based tandem photovoltaics. Featuring two leading researchers from Helmholtz Zentrum Berlin (HZB), the conversations dive into why perovskites could unlock the next major step forward in solar efficiency – and what still needs to happen before the technology

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