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Wind. Powering The Future.

Podcast de Global Wind Energy Council

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Powering the Future talks to the visionaries, political change makers and thinkers that are shaping the energy system of the future. A system based on massive electrification, abundant renewable energy and no reliance on polluting and volatile fossil fuels. The Powering the Future pod examines the new social and political battlegrounds of the energy transition, deep diving into issues from technology, geopolitics, AI and disinformation to social movements and climate negotiations.

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5 episodios

episode How renewable energy can reverse system collapse, with Luke Kemp artwork

How renewable energy can reverse system collapse, with Luke Kemp

In a world where systemic risks loom large, renewable energy emerges as a beacon of hope. Join us as we explore how shifting to sustainable energy sources can transform the very structures that threaten our future.  Luke Kemp, renowned for his insights into global risks, reveals how renewable energy not only mitigates environmental threats but also empowers communities, decentralizes power, and fosters resilience against economic and political instability. Find out more about Luke's book Goliath's Curse here: https://www.penguin.co.uk/authors/282747/luke-kemp  Learn how clean energy can drive positive change, reduce dependency on volatile resources, and create a more equitable world. This episode of GWEC's Wind. Powering The Future. delves into the innovative strategies and collaborative efforts needed to harness renewable energy's full potential, offering a roadmap to a sustainable and thriving future. Follow GWEC on Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/globalwindenergycouncil/?hl=en] or LinkedIn [https://www.linkedin.com/company/global-wind-energy-council/] Follow Ben on Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/benbackwell/] or LinkedIn [https://www.linkedin.com/in/benbackwell/]

21 de may de 2026 - 47 min
episode India's Renewable Energy Surge: Leading the Global Clean Tech Movement artwork

India's Renewable Energy Surge: Leading the Global Clean Tech Movement

Ben Backwell sits down with Girish Tanti, co-founder and vice-chairman of Suzlon, to discuss his insights from a 30-year journey shaping India's wind industry, and building the global renewable energy sector.  Girish discusses how a textile family's pioneering efforts in wind technology defied scepticism to push wind energy from niche to mainstream, slashing costs by 70% and scaling from kilowatt turbines to gigawatt farms. Hear the strategic moves that transformed Suzlon from a local startup into a global powerhouse with a diversified portfolio of wind assets. Ben and Girish also look at the evolution of India's renewables policy, the importance of local manufacturing, and how India’s aggressive clean tech ambitions are driving a new wave of international leadership. Girish shares visionary plans to integrate wind, solar, and storage into 24/7 energy solutions, aiming to position Suzlon among the top global players within five years. GWEC's podcast Wind. Powering The Future. explores how wind energy will shape the world around us, and build a clean, secure energy system that transforms energy access, energy security and combats climate change. Follow GWEC on Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/globalwindenergycouncil/?hl=en] or LinkedIn [https://www.linkedin.com/company/global-wind-energy-council/] Follow Ben on Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/benbackwell/] or LinkedIn [https://www.linkedin.com/in/benbackwell/]

30 de abr de 2026 - 25 min
episode 'Climate Diplomacy is a key battleground' - Jennifer Morgan, former German Climate Envoy artwork

'Climate Diplomacy is a key battleground' - Jennifer Morgan, former German Climate Envoy

Join us as we delve into the world of climate diplomacy with Jennifer Morgan, former German Climate Envoy, Executive Director at Greenpeace and a leading figure in recent international climate talks. Discover the strategies and challenges of building global consensus on climate action, from the Earth Summit to the Paris Agreement. Explore how public opinion, activism, and private sector engagement shape climate policy and the critical role of inclusivity in negotiations.  This episode is a must-listen for anyone interested in the intersection of diplomacy, policy, and environmental action. Follow GWEC on Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/globalwindenergycouncil/?hl=en] or LinkedIn [https://www.linkedin.com/company/global-wind-energy-council/] Follow Ben on Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/benbackwell/] or LinkedIn [https://www.linkedin.com/in/benbackwell/]

9 de abr de 2026 - 28 min
episode 'It doesn't make sense to speak about security without speaking about energy' - Dan Jorgensen, EU Minister for Energy artwork

'It doesn't make sense to speak about security without speaking about energy' - Dan Jorgensen, EU Minister for Energy

This episode features a in-depth discussion with Dan Jorgensen, the EU Commissioner for Energy and Housing, on Europe's energy challenges, the importance of long-term strategic decisions, and the role of renewable energy in shaping the future.  Chatting with host Ben Backwell, the pod explores how geopolitical crises can create "the political momentum to make difficult decisions that are necessary for the future." In this episode: * The impact of recent geopolitical conflicts on Europe's energy security * Europe's historical and current dependence on fossil fuels * The significance of long-term policy bets like ETS and renewables investments * Strategies to accelerate renewable deployment and streamline permitting processes * The potential and challenges of offshore wind industry growth worldwide * The importance of electrification for planetary and economic resilience * Power price disparities across Europe and global competitiveness * How crises can catalyze political momentum for ambitious climate goals Follow GWEC on Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/globalwindenergycouncil/?hl=en] or LinkedIn [https://www.linkedin.com/company/global-wind-energy-council/] Follow Ben on Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/benbackwell/] or LinkedIn [https://www.linkedin.com/in/benbackwell/]

26 de mar de 2026 - 30 min
episode "Renewables can transform lives and economies" - Selwin Hart, UN Assistant Secretary-General for Climate Action artwork

"Renewables can transform lives and economies" - Selwin Hart, UN Assistant Secretary-General for Climate Action

In this in-depth interview, Selwin Hart, UN Special Advisor on Climate Change, shares his journey from diplomacy to climate action, discusses the global energy transition, and explores the challenges and opportunities in accelerating renewable energy deployment worldwide. Selwin Hart joins Ben Backwell, CEO of GWEC and Chair of the Global Renewables Alliance for the latest episode of Wind. Powering The Future. The podcast that explores how wind energy will shape the world around us, and build a clean, secure energy system that transforms energy access, energy security and combats climate change. Follow GWEC on Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/globalwindenergycouncil/?hl=en] or LinkedIn [https://www.linkedin.com/company/global-wind-energy-council/] Follow Ben on Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/benbackwell/] or LinkedIn [https://www.linkedin.com/in/benbackwell/]

12 de mar de 2026 - 1 h 0 min
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