Energonomics podcast with Richa Mishra

Is ending energy poverty still a distant dream? | Energonomics | EP 31

Global energy transition is no longer about climate; it’s about economics, security, and survival. In this episode, Richa Mishra speaks with Woochong Um, CEO of the Global Energy Alliance for People and Planet, on how innovative financing models are unlocking billions for clean energy in emerging markets. From tackling energy poverty affecting 700 million people to leveraging AI-driven grids in India, the conversation explores how geopolitics, philanthropy, and technology are reshaping the future of energy. Can clean energy also drive global peace and economic growth? Watch to find out.

Inside India’s aviation crisis: Detours, duties, and deep losses | Energonomics Ep 30 | Richa Mishra

Surging fuel prices, disrupted flight routes, and rising operational costs have created what industry watchers call a “perfect storm” for aviation and tourism. In the aviation sector, fuel costs typically account for 40% of operating expenses. It has surged to nearly 55% of costs for some Indian carriers. The Indian government has significantly increased the export duty (often called a windfall tax) on Aviation Turbine Fuel (ATF) to ensure domestic availability during the ongoing West Asia conflict. In this episode of Energonomics, host Richa Mishra, Resident Editor, businessline speaks with Kirti Rao, Retd. Executive Director – Finance, Air India, and founding Chief Financial Officer – Air Kerala, to unpack fuel shortages, airline hedging strategies, route viability, and how carriers are coping without crushing passenger demand.

How global conflicts are threatening India’s maritime trade and energy security | Energonomics Podcast | EP 15

India’s maritime trade is under growing pressure as global geopolitical tensions disrupt key shipping routes crucial for energy imports and exports. In this episode of Energonomics, host Richa Mishra speaks with businessline's T E Raja Simhan to unpack India’s vulnerability at critical chokepoints like the Strait of Hormuz and the Red Sea, the case for building a national merchant fleet, rising insurance risks, and whether a proposed sovereign reinsurance fund can protect India’s supply chains in turbulent times.

Middle East conflict 2026: How Israel-US-Iran tensions are shaking global economies | EP 14

In this episode of Energonomics, host Richa Mishra speaks with energy expert Professor Tom Seng on the escalating Middle East conflict involving Israel, the US, and Iran, and its far-reaching consequences on global economies. The discussion unpacks how attacks on critical oil and LNG infrastructure, disruptions in the Strait of Hormuz, and rising geopolitical tensions are reshaping supply chains, driving oil price shocks, and creating economic uncertainty worldwide. The interview also explores the challenges for major economies like India, China, and the US, the future of the petrodollar, and the urgent need for nations to rethink energy security strategies in an increasingly volatile world.

War in the Persian Gulf: Impact on global energy markets & India’s economy | EP 13

India’s energy lifeline is under pressure as escalating tensions around the Strait of Hormuz threaten global oil flows. In this episode of Energonomics, Richa Mishra speaks with Washington‑based energy diplomacy expert Umud Shokri to decode what the Iran–Israel–US conflict means for India’s crude imports, LNG security, inflation risks, and long‑term clean energy transition. The conversation goes deep into geopolitical balancing, India’s strategic autonomy, diversification efforts, and the road ahead for global energy stability.