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POLITICO Energy
FERC is back to full strength. What's on the agenda?

POLITICO Energy

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 16, 2025 7:23


The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission finally has a full slate of commissioners for the first time in six months, and the agency faces a packed agenda. POLITICO's Isa Domínguez breaks down what's ahead for the commission, how the White House is influencing its agenda, and why these decisions matter for consumers and the tech industry alike. Plus, President Donald Trump's trade war just cost Canada's auto industry in a big way. Isa Domínguez is an energy reporter and author of Morning Energy for POLITICO.  Josh Siegel is an energy reporter for POLITICO and the host of POLITICO Energy. Nirmal Mulaikal is the co-host and producer of POLITICO Energy.  Alex Keeney is a senior audio producer at POLITICO.  Ben Lefebvre is the deputy energy editor at POLITICO.  Matt Daily is the energy editor for POLITICO. For more news on energy and the environment, subscribe to Power Switch, our free evening newsletter: https://www.politico.com/power-switch And for even deeper coverage and analysis, read our Morning Energy newsletter by subscribing to POLITICO Pro: https://subscriber.politicopro.com/newsletter-archive/morning-energy Our theme music is by Pran Bandi. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

POLITICO Energy
Another rainy day for the solar industry

POLITICO Energy

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 15, 2025 8:17


The Trump administration has dealt another blow to renewable energy. Last week, the Bureau of Land Management sent back to the drawing board the country's biggest proposed solar project, known as the Esmerelda Seven in Nevada. But even though President Donald Trump's administration was behind the move, not all Republicans are taking it lightly, especially as energy demand is set to surge to feed the global AI boom. POLITICO Energy host Josh Siegel speaks with POLITICO reporter James Bikales about why BLM changed course on this project, how industry is responding given Trump's icy relationship with renewables, and what it means politically going forward. Josh Siegel is an energy reporter for POLITICO and the host of POLITICO Energy.  ⁠James Bikales ⁠is a reporter for POLITICO.   Nirmal Mulaikal is the co-host and producer of POLITICO Energy.   Alex Keeney is a senior audio producer at POLITICO.   Ben Lefebvre is the deputy energy editor at POLITICO.  Matt Daily is the energy editor for POLITICO.  For more news on energy and the environment, subscribe to Power Switch, our free evening newsletter: https://www.politico.com/power-switch  And for even deeper coverage and analysis, read our Morning Energy newsletter by subscribing to POLITICO Pro: https://subscriber.politicopro.com/newsletter-archive/morning-energy  Our theme music is by Pran Bandi.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

POLITICO Energy
Oil permits are surging. But will production follow?

POLITICO Energy

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 14, 2025 7:27


President Donald Trump is giving energy companies something they've wanted for years: a quicker timeline for oil and gas drilling permit approvals. According to a new analysis by POLITICO, Trump's Bureau of Land Management has issued 4,483 applications for permits to drill on federal and Native American land — more than double the number approved during the first year of his first term.  POLITICO's Josh Siegel and James Bikales discuss what's driving the surge in oil and gas permits under Trump, whether it will be tempered by lower crude oil prices, and how much it actually matters in the race to meet rising power demand.  Josh Siegel is an energy reporter for POLITICO and the host of POLITICO Energy.  James Bikales is a reporter for POLITICO.   Nirmal Mulaikal is the co-host and producer of POLITICO Energy.   Alex Keeney is a senior audio producer at POLITICO.   Ben Lefebvre is the deputy energy editor at POLITICO.  Matt Daily is the energy editor for POLITICO.    For more news on energy and the environment, subscribe to Power Switch, our free evening newsletter: https://www.politico.com/power-switch    And for even deeper coverage and analysis, read our Morning Energy newsletter by subscribing to POLITICO Pro: https://subscriber.politicopro.com/newsletter-archive/morning-energy    Our theme music is by Pran Bandi.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

POLITICO Energy
Why Trump's oil industry allies are facing a looming crunch

POLITICO Energy

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 10, 2025 8:02


America's oil industry is hitting record highs, but the boom may not last as production surges, demand stagnates and storage tanks around the world fill up. That slowdown could deliver a political double-edged sword for President Donald Trump: cheaper fuel for consumers, but trouble for his biggest ally. Ben Storrow from POLITICO's E&E News explains why America's oil producers are bracing for a bust and how this could impact the president politically. Plus, EPA began furloughing employees Thursday, according to agency staffers. Ben Storrow is a reporter for POLITICO's E&E News. Josh Siegel is an energy reporter for POLITICO and the host of POLITICO Energy. Nirmal Mulaikal is the co-host and producer of POLITICO Energy.  Alex Keeney is a senior audio producer at POLITICO.  Ben Lefebvre is the deputy energy editor at POLITICO.  Matt Daily is the energy editor for POLITICO. For more news on energy and the environment, subscribe to Power Switch, our free evening newsletter: https://www.politico.com/power-switch And for even deeper coverage and analysis, read our Morning Energy newsletter by subscribing to POLITICO Pro: https://subscriber.politicopro.com/newsletter-archive/morning-energy Our theme music is by Pran Bandi. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

POLITICO Energy
AI is colliding with New York's energy and climate goals

POLITICO Energy

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 9, 2025 8:10


Artificial intelligence's growing thirst for power is putting New York's energy and climate goals under pressure by straining the state's power system, driving up costs and threatening its ambitious clean energy targets. POLITICO's Marie French breaks down how New York is trying to balance AI growth with its environmental goals and what this story means for other states facing similar challenges. Plus, the Ukrainian government is asking the United States to increase shipments of natural gas to stave off what it is calling a potential humanitarian crisis. Marie J. French covers energy and the environment for POLITICO New York.  Josh Siegel is an energy reporter for POLITICO and the host of POLITICO Energy. Nirmal Mulaikal is the co-host and producer of POLITICO Energy.  Alex Keeney is a senior audio producer at POLITICO.  Ben Lefebvre is the deputy energy editor at POLITICO.  Matt Daily is the energy editor for POLITICO. For more news on energy and the environment, subscribe to Power Switch, our free evening newsletter: https://www.politico.com/power-switch And for even deeper coverage and analysis, read our Morning Energy newsletter by subscribing to POLITICO Pro: https://subscriber.politicopro.com/newsletter-archive/morning-energy Our theme music is by Pran Bandi. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

POLITICO Energy
Why Trump's clean energy cuts could worsen America's power crunch.

POLITICO Energy

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 8, 2025 8:45


The Trump administration is warning of looming power shortages just as electricity prices rise in the country. But it's also moving to cancel $8 billion in clean energy funding meant to boost power generation and modernize the grid. POLITICO's James Bikales, Kelsey Tamborrino and Josh Siegel discuss what these cuts could mean for the country's energy supply, electricity prices, and how both parties are preparing to message around the issue ahead of next year's midterm elections. Plus, U.S. oil production hit a record high in July and is increasing quicker than expected in the Gulf of Mexico, according to the U.S. Energy Information Administration.  James Bikales is a reporter for POLITICO.  Kelsey Tamborrino is a reporter covering clean energy for POLITICO. Josh Siegel is an energy reporter for POLITICO and the host of POLITICO Energy. Nirmal Mulaikal is the co-host and producer of POLITICO Energy.  Alex Keeney is a senior audio producer at POLITICO.  Ben Lefebvre is the deputy energy editor at POLITICO.  Matt Daily is the energy editor for POLITICO. For more news on energy and the environment, subscribe to Power Switch, our free evening newsletter: https://www.politico.com/power-switch And for even deeper coverage and analysis, read our Morning Energy newsletter by subscribing to POLITICO Pro: https://subscriber.politicopro.com/newsletter-archive/morning-energy Our theme music is by Pran Bandi. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

POLITICO Energy
One of Trump's justifications for gutting clean energy is falling apart

POLITICO Energy

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 7, 2025 9:26


A new POLITICO analysis shows states that embrace renewable energy are more likely to save money for consumers compared to those relying on fossil fuels or nuclear power. It's a finding that undermines one of the Trump administration's main justifications for its aggressive rollback of federal clean energy policies. POLITICO's Catherine Allen and Matt Daily break down what the data shows and the politics of this issue. Plus, several groups that would have benefited from EPA's Solar for All program have sued the agency for terminating $7 billion in grants. Catherine Allen is an energy and environment data reporter at POLITICO. Josh Siegel is an energy reporter for POLITICO and the host of POLITICO Energy. Nirmal Mulaikal is the co-host and producer of POLITICO Energy.  Alex Keeney is a senior audio producer at POLITICO.  Ben Lefebvre is the deputy energy editor at POLITICO.  Matt Daily is the energy editor for POLITICO. For more news on energy and the environment, subscribe to Power Switch, our free evening newsletter: https://www.politico.com/power-switch And for even deeper coverage and analysis, read our Morning Energy newsletter by subscribing to POLITICO Pro: https://subscriber.politicopro.com/newsletter-archive/morning-energy Our theme music is by Pran Bandi. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

POLITICO Energy
Trump knocks back America's carbon capture industry

POLITICO Energy

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 6, 2025 8:21


The Trump administration has canceled funding for nearly half of the federally backed megaprojects designed to pull carbon dioxide from the atmosphere — a major blow to the U.S. direct air capture industry that had flourished under former President Joe Biden. Corbin Hiar from POLITICO's E&E News breaks down how these cuts could reshape the future of U.S. carbon removal, why the projects matter for climate goals, and what this decision signals about the administration's approach to energy innovation. Plus, the Supreme Court on Friday said it will take up an appeal from Exxon Mobil as the energy giant attempts to recoup economic losses caused when its Cuban assets were seized by Fidel Castro's revolution in the early 1960s. Corbin Hiar is a climate and business reporter for E&E News. Josh Siegel is an energy reporter for POLITICO and the host of POLITICO Energy. Nirmal Mulaikal is the co-host and producer of POLITICO Energy.  Alex Keeney is a senior audio producer at POLITICO.  Ben Lefebvre is the deputy energy editor at POLITICO.  Matt Daily is the energy editor for POLITICO. For more news on energy and the environment, subscribe to Power Switch, our free evening newsletter: https://www.politico.com/power-switch And for even deeper coverage and analysis, read our Morning Energy newsletter by subscribing to POLITICO Pro: https://subscriber.politicopro.com/newsletter-archive/morning-energy Our theme music is by Pran Bandi. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

POLITICO Energy
Trump's latest equity play: a Nevada lithium mine

POLITICO Energy

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 2, 2025 8:45


The Trump administration is making a new move to secure America's critical minerals: taking an ownership stake in a Nevada lithium mine alongside its developer. The deal is designed to boost U.S. supplies of lithium, a key component of electric vehicles and renewable energy. POLITICO's James Bikales breaks down the details and implications of this unusual agreement. Plus, roughly 60 percent of Energy Department staff are without furlough protections if a prolonged government shutdown and budgetary impasse occurs. James Bikales is a reporter for POLITICO.  Josh Siegel is the host of POLITICO Energy and a congressional energy reporter for POLITICO.  Nirmal Mulaikal is the co-host and producer of POLITICO Energy.  Alex Keeney is a senior audio producer at POLITICO.  Ben Lefebvre is the deputy energy editor at POLITICO.  Matt Daily is the energy editor for POLITICO. For more news on energy and the environment, subscribe to Power Switch, our free evening newsletter: https://www.politico.com/power-switch And for even deeper coverage and analysis, read our Morning Energy newsletter by subscribing to POLITICO Pro: https://subscriber.politicopro.com/newsletter-archive/morning-energy Our theme music is by Pran Bandi. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

POLITICO Energy
Why states are racing ahead on EVs despite federal rollbacks

POLITICO Energy

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 1, 2025 8:33


Even though the Trump administration and Republicans have scaled back federal support for electric vehicles, more than 40 red and blue states across the country are moving ahead with  plans to tap into billions in federal funding to build fast-charging EV networks. POLITICO's James Bikales breaks down why states are racing to expand EV infrastructure despite mixed signals from Washington and what it means for the future of the national EV market. Plus, the Transportation Department will cancel a “small number” of the thousands of grants approved but never finalized by the Biden administration. James Bikales is a reporter for POLITICO.  Josh Siegel is the host of POLITICO Energy and a congressional energy reporter for POLITICO.  Nirmal Mulaikal is the co-host and producer of POLITICO Energy.  Alex Keeney is a senior audio producer at POLITICO.  Ben Lefebvre is the deputy energy editor at POLITICO.  Matt Daily is the energy editor for POLITICO. For more news on energy and the environment, subscribe to Power Switch, our free evening newsletter: https://www.politico.com/power-switch And for even deeper coverage and analysis, read our Morning Energy newsletter by subscribing to POLITICO Pro: https://subscriber.politicopro.com/newsletter-archive/morning-energy Our theme music is by Pran Bandi. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

POLITICO Energy
Inside Trump's new lifeline for U.S. coal

POLITICO Energy

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 30, 2025 8:36


The Trump administration announced its latest major push this week to revive the U.S. coal industry including new funding, land leases and looser regulatory rules. POLITICO's Ben Lefebvre breaks down the details and impact of the move for the industry, along with what it means for rising electricity prices. Plus, the Energy Department has added “climate change,” “green” and “decarbonization” to its growing “list of words to avoid” at its Office of Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy. Josh Siegel is the host of POLITICO Energy and a congressional energy reporter for POLITICO.  Nirmal Mulaikal is the co-host and producer of POLITICO Energy.  Alex Keeney is a senior audio producer at POLITICO.  Ben Lefebvre is the deputy energy editor at POLITICO.  Matt Daily is the energy editor for POLITICO. For more news on energy and the environment, subscribe to Power Switch, our free evening newsletter: https://www.politico.com/power-switch And for even deeper coverage and analysis, read our Morning Energy newsletter by subscribing to POLITICO Pro: https://subscriber.politicopro.com/newsletter-archive/morning-energy Our theme music is by Pran Bandi. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

POLITICO Energy
Plutonium: coming to a nuclear power plant near you?

POLITICO Energy

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 29, 2025 8:13


The Trump administration is considering using weapons-grade plutonium to help fuel a new wave of nuclear reactors. But these plans are already concerning Democratic lawmakers and some Department of Energy officials, who worry that allowing commercial nuclear producers to have the material could pose defense and safety issues. POLITICO's Zack Colman cracks open the details of how this nuclear fuel plan will work and the effects it could have on national security. Also, New York's state energy agency is pushing for new solar and wind project bids before President Trump's energy project credit cuts go into effect. Josh Siegel⁠ is an energy reporter for POLITICO and the host of POLITICO Energy.  ⁠⁠Zack Colman⁠⁠ covers climate change for POLITICO.   ⁠Nirmal Mulaikal⁠ is the co-host and producer of POLITICO Energy.   Kara Tabor is an audio producer for POLITICO. ⁠Ben Lefebvre⁠ is the deputy energy editor at POLITICO.  ⁠Matt Daily⁠ is the energy editor for POLITICO.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

POLITICO Energy
Trump's climate contrarianism at the UN

POLITICO Energy

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 26, 2025 8:54


President Donald Trump hasn't been a big fan of renewable energy. And on the international stage, he's used some unusual diplomacy to get his point across. These two themes collided earlier this week in New York City, where heads of state gathered for the UN General Assembly. In a nearly hour-long speech, Trump eviscerated his peers for falling for what he called the “the green energy scam.” Meanwhile, Energy Secretary Chris Wright made the rounds promoting a contrarian climate science report that has drawn a lot of criticism. Zack Colman joins host Josh Siegel to talk about how all of this landed at the UN, how China sought to contrast itself with the U.S., and Trump's influence over the trajectory of global climate policy. Josh Siegel is an energy reporter for POLITICO and the host of POLITICO Energy.  ⁠Zack Colman⁠ covers climate change for POLITICO.   Nirmal Mulaikal is the co-host and producer of POLITICO Energy.   Alex Keeney is a senior audio producer at POLITICO.   Ben Lefebvre is the deputy energy editor at POLITICO.  Matt Daily is the energy editor for POLITICO.    For more news on energy and the environment, subscribe to Power Switch, our free evening newsletter: https://www.politico.com/power-switch    And for even deeper coverage and analysis, read our Morning Energy newsletter by subscribing to POLITICO Pro: https://subscriber.politicopro.com/newsletter-archive/morning-energy    Our theme music is by Pran Bandi.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

POLITICO Energy
Is Lee Zeldin taking a risky shortcut?

POLITICO Energy

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 25, 2025 8:01


EPA's power to regulate greenhouse gas emissions might get switched off sooner than expected. EPA Administrator Lee Zeldin intends to sign off next week on the final policy and legal justifications for repealing the so-called endangerment finding and Biden-era climate rules for cars and trucks, according to a scoop from E&E's Jean Chemnick. But Zeldin and the EPA may come to regret this accelerated timetable. Also, oil drilling in Texas, northern Louisiana and southern New Mexico slows down, according to new data.  Josh Siegel is an energy reporter for POLITICO and the host of POLITICO Energy.  Jean Chemnick covers climate change at EPA and other agencies for E&E News.   Nirmal Mulaikal is the co-host and producer of POLITICO Energy.   Alex Keeney is a senior audio producer at POLITICO.   Ben Lefebvre is the deputy energy editor at POLITICO.  Matt Daily is the energy editor for POLITICO.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

POLITICO Energy
API's Mike Sommers on Trump 2.0 and the state of U.S. oil and gas

POLITICO Energy

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 22, 2025 22:59


Today, POLITICO Energy host Josh Siegel sits down for an extended interview with Mike Sommers, CEO of the American Petroleum Institute, to discuss the state of the U.S. oil and gas under President Donald Trump's energy dominance agenda. The industry has secured policy wins like tax cuts, regulatory rollbacks, and expanded lease sales, but it faces short-term challenges like low prices, layoffs, tariffs, and climate lawsuits. They discuss what's been accomplished under Trump 2.0 and what still needs to get done.  Josh Siegel is an energy reporter for POLITICO and the host of POLITICO Energy.  Nirmal Mulaikal is the co-host and producer of POLITICO Energy.   Alex Keeney is a senior audio producer at POLITICO.   Ben Lefebvre is the deputy energy editor at POLITICO.  Matt Daily is the energy editor for POLITICO.    For more news on energy and the environment, subscribe to Power Switch, our free evening newsletter: https://www.politico.com/power-switch    And for even deeper coverage and analysis, read our Morning Energy newsletter by subscribing to POLITICO Pro: https://subscriber.politicopro.com/newsletter-archive/morning-energy    Our theme music is by Pran Bandi.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

POLITICO Energy
Lawmakers unveiled a new permitting plan. Will this be the one?

POLITICO Energy

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 19, 2025 11:28


The bipartisan House Problem Solvers Caucus unveiled a new permitting reform framework this week that aims to speed the construction of energy and infrastructure projects. But after years of gridlock and failed attempts, can Congress finally get a deal across the finish line? POLITICO's Josh Siegel breaks down what's in the new proposal, why the Problem Solvers are taking the lead, and what obstacles still stand in the way. Plus, the White House is pulling its nominee to run the Bureau of Reclamation.  Josh Siegel is an energy reporter for POLITICO and the host of POLITICO Energy.  James Bikales is a reporter for POLITICO.  Nirmal Mulaikal is the co-host and producer of POLITICO Energy.   Alex Keeney is a senior audio producer at POLITICO.   Ben Lefebvre is the deputy energy editor at POLITICO.  Matt Daily is the energy editor for POLITICO.    For more news on energy and the environment, subscribe to Power Switch, our free evening newsletter: https://www.politico.com/power-switch    And for even deeper coverage and analysis, read our Morning Energy newsletter by subscribing to POLITICO Pro: https://subscriber.politicopro.com/newsletter-archive/morning-energy    Our theme music is by Pran Bandi.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

POLITICO Energy
Is it the end of U.S. climate pollution tracking?

POLITICO Energy

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 18, 2025 9:18


The Trump administration is proposing to eliminate EPA's Greenhouse Gas Reporting Program, a federal program that's tracked U.S. climate pollution since 2009. The move is drawing backlash from environmental groups, along with concern from Republicans and industry leaders who worry it could undermine U.S business interests. POLITICO's Zack Colman breaks down why the EPA is targeting the program and the political fight it's set to spark. Plus, one of the United States' most respected scientific bodies rejected claims from Trump administration officials that rising temperatures posed little danger, saying on Wednesday the evidence of climate change was “beyond scientific dispute” and that impacts on the nation are worsening.  Josh Siegel is the host of POLITICO Energy and a congressional energy reporter for POLITICO.  Zack Colman covers climate change for POLITICO.  Nirmal Mulaikal is the co-host and producer of POLITICO Energy.   Alex Keeney is a senior audio producer at POLITICO.   Ben Lefebvre is the deputy energy editor at POLITICO.  Matt Daily is the energy editor for POLITICO.    For more news on energy and the environment, subscribe to Power Switch, our free evening newsletter: https://www.politico.com/power-switch    And for even deeper coverage and analysis, read our Morning Energy newsletter by subscribing to POLITICO Pro: https://subscriber.politicopro.com/newsletter-archive/morning-energy    Our theme music is by Pran Bandi.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

POLITICO Energy
One of the biggest U.S. wind farms was nearly complete. Then Trump shut it down.

POLITICO Energy

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 17, 2025 9:43


The Trump administration has halted construction on Revolution Wind, one of the largest U.S. offshore wind projects, even though it was nearly complete and set to power New England. That decision has triggered a costly legal battle, backlash from state political and business leaders, and raised fresh questions about the future of offshore wind in the United States. Ben Storrow from POLITICO's E&E News breaks down why the administration stepped in and what comes next. Plus, a coalition of green groups on Monday sued EPA over its decision to forego new water pollution limits for meat and poultry processing facilities.  Ben Storrow is a reporter for POLITICO's E&E News.  Josh Siegel is the host of POLITICO Energy and a congressional energy reporter for POLITICO.   Nirmal Mulaikal is the co-host and producer of POLITICO Energy.   Alex Keeney is a senior audio producer at POLITICO.   Ben Lefebvre is the deputy energy editor at POLITICO.  Matt Daily is the energy editor for POLITICO.    For more news on energy and the environment, subscribe to Power Switch, our free evening newsletter: https://www.politico.com/power-switch    And for even deeper coverage and analysis, read our Morning Energy newsletter by subscribing to POLITICO Pro: https://subscriber.politicopro.com/newsletter-archive/morning-energy    Our theme music is by Pran Bandi.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

POLITICO Energy
For Trump, energy wins at the pump come at a cost to US companies

POLITICO Energy

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 16, 2025 8:55


Americans may be getting relief at the pump this year, but U.S. oil companies are feeling the squeeze, cutting jobs and scaling back investments. POLITICO's Ben Lefebvre explains why these conflicting trends are happening and what they mean for President Donald Trump's energy dominance agenda. Plus, a new study published shows that climate change will cost the European Union an estimated $50 billion this year.  Josh Siegel is an energy reporter for POLITICO and the host of POLITICO Energy.  Nirmal Mulaikal is the co-host and producer of POLITICO Energy.   Alex Keeney is a senior audio producer at POLITICO.   Ben Lefebvre is the deputy energy editor at POLITICO.  Matt Daily is the energy editor for POLITICO.    For more news on energy and the environment, subscribe to Power Switch, our free evening newsletter: https://www.politico.com/power-switch    And for even deeper coverage and analysis, read our Morning Energy newsletter by subscribing to POLITICO Pro: https://subscriber.politicopro.com/newsletter-archive/morning-energy    Our theme music is by Pran Bandi.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

POLITICO Energy
Trump vs. renewables: the Capitol Hill fallout

POLITICO Energy

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 12, 2025 11:19


President Donald Trump's campaign against renewable energy since taking office isn't just hitting approved projects and green industries — it's quietly rippling through Congress in small but significant ways across party lines. POLITICO's Josh Siegel breaks down how the president's anti-clean energy agenda is complicating the Senate energy committee, permitting negotiations and even Republican House races.   Josh Siegel is an energy reporter for POLITICO and the host of POLITICO Energy.  Nirmal Mulaikal is the co-host and producer of POLITICO Energy.   Alex Keeney is a senior audio producer at POLITICO.   Ben Lefebvre is the deputy energy editor at POLITICO.  Matt Daily is the energy editor for POLITICO.    For more news on energy and the environment, subscribe to Power Switch, our free evening newsletter: https://www.politico.com/power-switch    And for even deeper coverage and analysis, read our Morning Energy newsletter by subscribing to POLITICO Pro: https://subscriber.politicopro.com/newsletter-archive/morning-energy    Our theme music is by Pran Bandi.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

POLITICO Energy
Trump is behind the solar industry's projected slowdown

POLITICO Energy

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 9, 2025 8:18


The U.S. solar industry has been one of the fastest-growing sources of electricity, but a new forecast out this week warns that momentum could slow as Trump-era policies and Republican tax changes take effect. POLITICO's Kelsey Tamborrino breaks down how the solar industry's outlook is at risk in the near future and what it all means for America's power grid. Plus, the House Natural Resources Committee is holding a hearing  tomorrow to review three bipartisan permitting proposals.  Josh Siegel is the host of POLITICO Energy and a congressional energy reporter for POLITICO.  Kelsey Tamborrino is a reporter covering clean energy for POLITICO.  Nirmal Mulaikal is the co-host and producer of POLITICO Energy.   Alex Keeney is a senior audio producer at POLITICO.   Ben Lefebvre is the deputy energy editor at POLITICO.  Matt Daily is the energy editor for POLITICO.    For more news on energy and the environment, subscribe to Power Switch, our free evening newsletter: https://www.politico.com/power-switch    And for even deeper coverage and analysis, read our Morning Energy newsletter by subscribing to POLITICO Pro: https://subscriber.politicopro.com/newsletter-archive/morning-energy    Our theme music is by Pran Bandi.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

POLITICO Energy
Trump's permitting guru on fossil fuels, renewables, and reform

POLITICO Energy

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 8, 2025 20:15


Today, POLITICO's Josh Siegel sits down for an extended conversation with Emily Domenech, executive director of the Federal Permitting Council and a top Trump administration official. They discuss the council's permitting strategy so far, the administration's behind-the-scenes approach to different energy sources, and what it wants from Congress on permitting reform.   Josh Siegel is an energy reporter for POLITICO and the host of POLITICO Energy.  Nirmal Mulaikal is the co-host and producer of POLITICO Energy.   Alex Keeney is a senior audio producer at POLITICO.   Ben Lefebvre is the deputy energy editor at POLITICO.  Matt Daily is the energy editor for POLITICO.    For more news on energy and the environment, subscribe to Power Switch, our free evening newsletter: https://www.politico.com/power-switch    And for even deeper coverage and analysis, read our Morning Energy newsletter by subscribing to POLITICO Pro: https://subscriber.politicopro.com/newsletter-archive/morning-energy    Our theme music is by Pran Bandi.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Fred English Channel » FRED English Podcast
Josh Siegel, film curator, member of the jury of Giornate degli Autori

Fred English Channel » FRED English Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 7, 2025 8:52


Josh Siegel, film curator at MOMA, is one of the jury members at Giornate Degli Autori. His approach to this role as well as to his job is keeping an open mind and being receptive. The post Josh Siegel, film curator, member of the jury of Giornate degli Autori appeared first on Fred Film Radio.

POLITICO Energy
The latest House Energy bill is a preview of a tough spending battle ahead

POLITICO Energy

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 5, 2025 7:23


House Republicans narrowly passed a $57 billion energy and water bill on Thursday that slashes clean energy and boosts GOP priorities — squeaking it through by just one vote after two last-minute flip-flops. POLITICO's Kelsey Tamborrino breaks down the details of the package, how it exposes deeper GOP divisions, and why lawmakers face a difficult government spending fight ahead. Plus, President Donald Trump's nominees to fill the two vacancies at the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission vowed to protect the agency's independence amid growing concerns over political interference from the White House.  Josh Siegel is an energy reporter for POLITICO and the host of POLITICO Energy.  Annie Snider covers water issues for POLITICO Pro.  Nirmal Mulaikal is the co-host and producer of POLITICO Energy.   Alex Keeney is a senior audio producer at POLITICO.   Matt Daily is the energy editor for POLITICO.    For more news on energy and the environment, subscribe to Power Switch, our free evening newsletter: https://www.politico.com/power-switch    And for even deeper coverage and analysis, read our Morning Energy newsletter by subscribing to POLITICO Pro: https://subscriber.politicopro.com/newsletter-archive/morning-energy    Our theme music is by Pran Bandi.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

POLITICO Energy
Why Trump's anti-wind agenda could flip a key House seat

POLITICO Energy

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 3, 2025 9:46


President Donald Trump's war on wind power is colliding with Iowa's prominent wind industry and putting Republican Rep. Mariannette Miller-Meeks in a political bind. She's long defended wind power as part of an “all-of-the-above” strategy, but her vote for Trump's megabill is now a major liability as she faces one of the toughest reelection fights in the country. POLITICO's Josh Siegel breaks down how Trump's anti-wind agenda is threatening a vulnerable Iowa Republican. Plus, a federal appellate court on Tuesday sided with the Environmental Protection Agency in the pitched legal battle over Administrator Lee Zeldin's termination of $20 billion in Biden-era climate grants.  James Bikales is a reporter for POLITICO.  Josh Siegel is the host of POLITICO Energy and a congressional energy reporter for POLITICO.  Nirmal Mulaikal is the co-host and producer of POLITICO Energy.   Alex Keeney is a senior audio producer at POLITICO.   Matt Daily is the energy editor for POLITICO.    For more news on energy and the environment, subscribe to Power Switch, our free evening newsletter: https://www.politico.com/power-switch    And for even deeper coverage and analysis, read our Morning Energy newsletter by subscribing to POLITICO Pro: https://subscriber.politicopro.com/newsletter-archive/morning-energy    Our theme music is by Pran Bandi.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

POLITICO Energy
Trump wants more nuclear power. He's also dividing the industry.

POLITICO Energy

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 22, 2025 10:43


President Donald Trump's effort to fast-track small nuclear reactors favors Silicon Valley startups over established nuclear companies, raising questions about safety, trust, and the future of U.S. nuclear power. Francisco “A.J.” Camacho from POLITICO's E&E news breaks down how that split in the industry could complicate Trump's larger nuclear goals. Plus, the Commerce Department said Thursday it has opened a national security investigation into imports of wind turbines. Francisco "A.J." Camacho is a reporter for POLITICO's E&E News. Josh Siegel is the host of POLITICO Energy and a congressional energy reporter for POLITICO.  Nirmal Mulaikal is the co-host and producer of POLITICO Energy.  Alex Keeney is a senior audio producer at POLITICO.  Gloria Gonzalez is the deputy energy editor for POLITICO.  Matt Daily is the energy editor for POLITICO. For more news on energy and the environment, subscribe to Power Switch, our free evening newsletter: https://www.politico.com/power-switch And for even deeper coverage and analysis, read our Morning Energy newsletter by subscribing to POLITICO Pro: https://subscriber.politicopro.com/newsletter-archive/morning-energy Our theme music is by Pran Bandi. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

POLITICO Energy
How one nuclear plant changed New York's energy future

POLITICO Energy

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 21, 2025 7:26


Former New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo's shutdown of the Indian Point nuclear plant years ago was seen as a safety win, but it's driven up emissions, raised electricity costs, and complicated New York's climate goals. Now, as Cuomo pursues a political comeback, critics say the closure left the grid dirtier and consumers paying more. POLITICO's Marie French breaks down what it means for New York's energy future and the Democratic debate over nuclear power. Plus, President Donald Trump pledged in a social media post Wednesday that the U.S. won't approve solar or wind projects that he says harm farmland. Marie J. French covers energy and the environment for POLITICO New York.  Josh Siegel is an energy reporter for POLITICO and the host of POLITICO Energy. Nirmal Mulaikal is the co-host and producer of POLITICO Energy.  Alex Keeney is a senior audio producer at POLITICO.  Gloria Gonzalez is the deputy energy editor for POLITICO.  Matt Daily is the energy editor for POLITICO. For more news on energy and the environment, subscribe to Power Switch, our free evening newsletter: https://www.politico.com/power-switch And for even deeper coverage and analysis, read our Morning Energy newsletter by subscribing to POLITICO Pro: https://subscriber.politicopro.com/newsletter-archive/morning-energy Our theme music is by Pran Bandi. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

POLITICO Energy
What DOE Secretary Wright thinks about your rising power bill

POLITICO Energy

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 19, 2025 9:55


Energy Secretary Chris Wright exclusively told POLITICO recently that he's worried about rising electricity prices, and he thinks Republicans could suffer political pain in the midterm elections because of them. POLITICO's Josh Siegel breaks down why Wright is concerned and who he really thinks voters should blame for rising prices. Plus, 19 states and the District of Columbia sued the Energy Department over the agency's move to limit the use of its grant funding for “indirect costs” such as buildings, equipment and personnel. James Bikales is a reporter for POLITICO.  Josh Siegel is an energy reporter for POLITICO and the host of POLITICO Energy. Nirmal Mulaikal is the co-host and producer of POLITICO Energy.  Alex Keeney is a senior audio producer at POLITICO.  Gloria Gonzalez is the deputy energy editor for POLITICO.  Matt Daily is the energy editor for POLITICO. For more news on energy and the environment, subscribe to Power Switch, our free evening newsletter: https://www.politico.com/power-switch And for even deeper coverage and analysis, read our Morning Energy newsletter by subscribing to POLITICO Pro: https://subscriber.politicopro.com/newsletter-archive/morning-energy Our theme music is by Pran Bandi. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

POLITICO Energy
Trump's Forest Service cuts haven't sparked disaster — yet

POLITICO Energy

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 18, 2025 7:25


So far, President Donald Trump's steep cuts to the U.S. Forest Service haven't fueled the wildfire disaster Democrats and state officials feared. But experts warn the risks remain, with future cuts threatening prevention and response efforts. POLITICO's Jordan Wolman breaks down why Trump's cuts haven't fueled wildfire catastrophe and how America isn't out of the woods yet. Plus, the Trump administration announced a policy on Friday that will make it even harder for wind and solar projects to take advantage of federal tax credits. Josh Siegel is an energy reporter for POLITICO. Jordan Wolman is a sustainability reporter for POLITICO.  Nirmal Mulaikal is the co-host and producer of POLITICO Energy.  Alex Keeney is a senior audio producer at POLITICO.  Gloria Gonzalez is the deputy energy editor for POLITICO.  Matt Daily is the energy editor for POLITICO. For more news on energy and the environment, subscribe to Power Switch, our free evening newsletter: https://www.politico.com/power-switch And for even deeper coverage and analysis, read our Morning Energy newsletter by subscribing to POLITICO Pro: https://subscriber.politicopro.com/newsletter-archive/morning-energy Our theme music is by Pran Bandi. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

POLITICO Energy
How Trump is escalating his attacks on wind and solar

POLITICO Energy

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 11, 2025 10:45


The Trump administration has escalated its attacks on wind and solar power in recent days, issuing a host of policies that threaten the future of America's renewable energy industry. POLITICO's Kelsey Tamborrino and Alex Guillén break down the latest attacks, how the industry and lawmakers are reacting, and the long-term impact on renewables.  Josh Siegel is the host of POLITICO Energy and a congressional energy reporter for POLITICO.  Alex Guillén is an energy reporter for POLITICO. Kelsey Tamborrino is a reporter covering clean energy for POLITICO. Nirmal Mulaikal is the co-host and producer of POLITICO Energy.  Alex Keeney is a senior audio producer at POLITICO.  Gloria Gonzalez is the deputy energy editor for POLITICO.  Matt Daily is the energy editor for POLITICO. For more news on energy and the environment, subscribe to Power Switch, our free evening newsletter: https://www.politico.com/power-switch And for even deeper coverage and analysis, read our Morning Energy newsletter by subscribing to POLITICO Pro: https://subscriber.politicopro.com/newsletter-archive/morning-energy Music courtesy of www.epidemicsound.com Intro: https://www.epidemicsound.com/track/fAomeYxofK/Outro: https://www.epidemicsound.com/track/Ua4aSty4ml/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

POLITICO Energy
Puerto Rico's power crisis deepens after Trump board firings

POLITICO Energy

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 8, 2025 10:35


Puerto Rico's power crisis just took a sharp turn this week after President Donald Trump removed most of the island's financial oversight board. The move comes amid a tense legal fight with Wall Street bondholders over the utility's billions of dollars in debt and raises fears that Puerto Ricans could be stuck paying the full price for a failing electric grid. POLITICO's Gloria Gonzalez breaks down the board shake-up, the backlash, and what it means for Puerto Rico's energy future. Plus, the Trump administration is escalating its onslaught of actions against U.S. offshore wind development. Josh Siegel is an energy reporter for POLITICO and the host of POLITICO Energy. Nirmal Mulaikal is the co-host and producer of POLITICO Energy.  Alex Keeney is a senior audio producer at POLITICO.  Gloria Gonzalez is the deputy energy editor for POLITICO.  Matt Daily is the energy editor for POLITICO. For more news on energy and the environment, subscribe to Power Switch, our free evening newsletter: https://www.politico.com/power-switch And for even deeper coverage and analysis, read our Morning Energy newsletter by subscribing to POLITICO Pro: https://subscriber.politicopro.com/newsletter-archive/morning-energy Music courtesy of www.epidemicsound.com Intro: https://www.epidemicsound.com/track/SuM3BuGKCm/ Outro: https://www.epidemicsound.com/track/0KEjTXFuS0/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

POLITICO Energy
Trump is set to axe one of America's biggest solar programs

POLITICO Energy

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 7, 2025 7:34


The Trump administration is planning to kill Solar for All — one of the largest federal solar programs in U.S. history, with $7 billion aimed at expanding solar access in low-income communities. POLITICO's Alex Guillén breaks down why EPA is targeting this program, along with the political and legal fights that may lie ahead. Plus, President Donald Trump signed an executive order Wednesday imposing an additional 25 percent in tariffs on India over the country's purchases of Russian oil. Josh Siegel is an energy reporter for POLITICO and the host of POLITICO Energy. Alex Guillén is an energy reporter for POLITICO. Nirmal Mulaikal is the co-host and producer of POLITICO Energy.  Alex Keeney is a senior audio producer at POLITICO.  Gloria Gonzalez is the deputy energy editor for POLITICO.  Matt Daily is the energy editor for POLITICO. For more news on energy and the environment, subscribe to Power Switch, our free evening newsletter: https://www.politico.com/power-switch And for even deeper coverage and analysis, read our Morning Energy newsletter by subscribing to POLITICO Pro: https://subscriber.politicopro.com/newsletter-archive/morning-energy Music courtesy of www.epidemicsound.com Intro: https://www.epidemicsound.com/track/M3oIpqDzG6/ Outro: https://www.epidemicsound.com/track/0KEjTXFuS0/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

POLITICO Energy
Why Trump is hitting India with tariffs over Russian oil ties

POLITICO Energy

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 4, 2025 8:23


President Donald Trump is hitting India with a 25 percent tariff and an additional energy penalty, citing the country's continued purchases of Russian oil. The move marks a dramatic use of energy policy as a diplomatic weapon and threatens to strain ties with one of America's key allies against China. POLITICO's Phelim Kine breaks down how the president is using energy leverage in his trade policy against India. Plus, Exxon Mobil CEO Darren Woods says the Trump administration's trade deals are unlikely to drive significant demand for U.S. natural gas. Phelim Kine is POLITICO's DC-based China and Indo-Pacific Affairs correspondent. Josh Siegel is an energy reporter for POLITICO and the host of POLITICO Energy. Nirmal Mulaikal is the co-host and producer of POLITICO Energy.  Kara Tabor is an audio producer for POLITICO. Gloria Gonzalez is the deputy energy editor for POLITICO.  Matt Daily is the energy editor for POLITICO. For more news on energy and the environment, subscribe to Power Switch, our free evening newsletter: https://www.politico.com/power-switch And for even deeper coverage and analysis, read our Morning Energy newsletter by subscribing to POLITICO Pro: https://subscriber.politicopro.com/newsletter-archive/morning-energy Music courtesy of www.epidemicsound.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

POLITICO Energy
Inside Trump's biggest climate rollback yet

POLITICO Energy

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 30, 2025 9:46


After weeks of anticipation, the Trump administration Tuesday released its proposal to overturn EPA's endangerment finding. If the proposal is finalized and survives legal challenges, the move would deal a major blow to the U.S. effort to fight climate change. POLITICO's Zack Colman and Alex Guillén break down EPA's proposal, the climate stakes, and the legal fight ahead. Plus, Annie Caputo, a Republican commissioner on the Nuclear Regulatory Commission, has resigned from the agency. Josh Siegel is the host of POLITICO Energy and a congressional energy reporter for POLITICO.  Zack Colman covers climate change for POLITICO.  Alex Guillén is an energy reporter for POLITICO. Nirmal Mulaikal is the co-host and producer of POLITICO Energy.  Alex Keeney is a senior audio producer at POLITICO.  Gloria Gonzalez is the deputy energy editor for POLITICO.  Matt Daily is the energy editor for POLITICO. For more news on energy and the environment, subscribe to Power Switch, our free evening newsletter: https://www.politico.com/power-switchAnd for even deeper coverage and analysis, read our Morning Energy newsletter by subscribing to POLITICO Pro: https://subscriber.politicopro.com/newsletter-archive/morning-energy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

POLITICO Energy
The GOP's megalaw messaging challenge

POLITICO Energy

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 29, 2025 10:05


House Republicans have started summer recess but that doesn't mean the conversation about the GOP megalaw and its energy implications is over. Lawmakers are working to sell the law's energy elements to their constituents, all while recent moves by President Donald Trump could curtail green energy and complicate promises of reviving American energy dominance. POLITICO's Josh Siegel explains how GOP lawmakers are navigating this muddled energy policy environment. Plus, the Trump administration is expected to release a proposal targeting a 16-year-old endangerment finding that has been used to regulate climate pollution. Kelsey Tamborrino is a reporter covering clean energy for POLITICO. ⁠Josh Siegel⁠ is an energy reporter for POLITICO and cohost of POLITICO Energy.Kara Tabor is an audio producer for POLITICO. ⁠Alex Keeney⁠ is a senior audio producer at POLITICO.  ⁠Gloria Gonzalez⁠ is the deputy energy editor for POLITICO.  ⁠Matt Daily⁠ is the energy editor for POLITICO. For more news on energy and the environment, subscribe to Power Switch, our free evening newsletter: ⁠https://www.politico.com/power-switch⁠ And for even deeper coverage and analysis, read our Morning Energy newsletter by subscribing to POLITICO Pro: ⁠https://subscriber.politicopro.com/newsletter-archive/morning-energy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

POLITICO Energy
Trump's latest oil lease sale made $58 Million. U.S. oil production is still wavering.

POLITICO Energy

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 28, 2025 7:55


The Trump administration recently brought in $58 million from an oil lease sale in New Mexico's Permian Basin, a move it touts as a win for its “energy dominance” agenda. But signs suggest U.S. oil production may be slipping. POLITICO's Ben Lefebvre breaks down the sale's details, how U.S. oil production is wavering, and what it means for Trump's energy goals and allies. Plus, a new bipartisan push to speed up energy and infrastructure projects is taking shape on Capitol Hill. Ben Lefebvre is an energy reporter for POLITICO.  Josh Siegel is an energy reporter for POLITICO and the host of POLITICO Energy. Nirmal Mulaikal is the co-host and producer of POLITICO Energy.  Alex Keeney is a senior audio producer at POLITICO.  Gloria Gonzalez is the deputy energy editor for POLITICO.  Matt Daily is the energy editor for POLITICO. For more news on energy and the environment, subscribe to Power Switch, our free evening newsletter: https://www.politico.com/power-switch And for even deeper coverage and analysis, read our Morning Energy newsletter by subscribing to POLITICO Pro: https://subscriber.politicopro.com/newsletter-archive/morning-energy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

POLITICO Energy
Trump axed a major power line loan amid US energy crunch

POLITICO Energy

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 24, 2025 10:08


The Trump administration has canceled a conditional $5 billion federal loan guarantee for the Grain Belt Express — a massive transmission line project designed to carry power across four Midwest states. POLITICO's James Bikales breaks down why the administration pulled the plug, the political pressure behind the decision, and how it impacts America's power grid and push for artificial intelligence moving forward. Plus, Norwegian energy company Equinor says it's taking a nearly 1 billion dollar hit on its U.S. offshore wind projects. James Bikales is a reporter for POLITICO.  Josh Siegel is the host of POLITICO Energy and a congressional energy reporter for POLITICO.  Nirmal Mulaikal is the co-host and producer of POLITICO Energy.  Alex Keeney is a senior audio producer at POLITICO.  Gloria Gonzalez is the deputy energy editor for POLITICO.  Matt Daily is the energy editor for POLITICO. For more news on energy and the environment, subscribe to Power Switch, our free evening newsletter: https://www.politico.com/power-switchAnd for even deeper coverage and analysis, read our Morning Energy newsletter by subscribing to POLITICO Pro: https://subscriber.politicopro.com/newsletter-archive/morning-energy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

POLITICO Energy
From free market to favoritism: The GOP's energy flip

POLITICO Energy

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 22, 2025 9:26


For years, Republicans slammed Democrats for using federal power to support clean energy, arguing the government shouldn't be in the business of picking winners and losers in the energy space. But now, under President Donald Trump, they're doing the same – but to push for more growth for fossil fuels and nuclear power. POLITICO's Zack Colman breaks down the GOP's energy flip and what it means for America's future. Plus, House appropriators released a committee report Monday raising issues with policies at EPA and the Interior Department and detailing how they want the $38 billion package spent in fiscal 2026. Zack Colman covers climate change for POLITICO.  Josh Siegel is an energy reporter for POLITICO and the host of POLITICO Energy. Nirmal Mulaikal is the co-host and producer of POLITICO Energy.  Kara Tabor is an audio producer for POLITICO. Gloria Gonzalez is the deputy energy editor for POLITICO.  Matt Daily is the energy editor for POLITICO. For more news on energy and the environment, subscribe to Power Switch, our free evening newsletter: https://www.politico.com/power-switch And for even deeper coverage and analysis, read our Morning Energy newsletter by subscribing to POLITICO Pro: https://subscriber.politicopro.com/newsletter-archive/morning-energy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

POLITICO Energy
Clean power industry chief on Trump's first six months: ‘We're baffled'

POLITICO Energy

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 21, 2025 18:45


POLITICO Energy host Josh Siegel sits down for an extended interview with Jason Grumet, CEO of the American Clean Power Association, a trade group representing renewable energy producers. They discuss President Donald Trump's war against American wind and solar power, whether the US renewable industry can recover, and why clean energy proponents have lost political power. Jason Grumet is the CEO of the American Clean Power Association. Josh Siegel is an energy reporter for POLITICO and the host of POLITICO Energy. Nirmal Mulaikal is the co-host and producer of POLITICO Energy.  Kara Tabor is an audio producer for POLITICO. Gloria Gonzalez is the deputy energy editor for POLITICO.  Matt Daily is the energy editor for POLITICO. For more news on energy and the environment, subscribe to Power Switch, our free evening newsletter: https://www.politico.com/power-switch And for even deeper coverage and analysis, read our Morning Energy newsletter by subscribing to POLITICO Pro: https://subscriber.politicopro.com/newsletter-archive/morning-energy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

POLITICO Energy
Inside the Trump administration's latest move to stunt wind and solar projects

POLITICO Energy

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 18, 2025 9:42


POLITICO exclusively obtained an internal memo this week showing that Interior Secretary Doug Burgum must directly sign off on all permits for wind and solar projects on federal lands — a shift that could dramatically slow clean energy development across the country. POLITICO's Zack Colman and Josh Siegel break down how the directive fits into President Donald Trump's broader push to rein in green energy and why critics see it as a backdoor attempt to kill renewables with red tape. Plus, President Donald Trump has officially nominated David LaCerte to serve on the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission. Zack Colman covers climate change for POLITICO.  Josh Siegel is an energy reporter for POLITICO and the host of POLITICO Energy. Nirmal Mulaikal is the co-host and producer of POLITICO Energy.  Kara Tabor is an audio producer for POLITICO. Gloria Gonzalez is the deputy energy editor for POLITICO.  Matt Daily is the energy editor for POLITICO. For more news on energy and the environment, subscribe to Power Switch, our free evening newsletter: https://www.politico.com/power-switch And for even deeper coverage and analysis, read our Morning Energy newsletter by subscribing to POLITICO Pro: https://subscriber.politicopro.com/newsletter-archive/morning-energy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

POLITICO Energy
Inside the Dems' 2026 energy rebrand

POLITICO Energy

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 14, 2025 7:38


Democrats are shifting their energy message ahead of the 2026 midterm elections by focusing less on climate change and more on the prospect of rising electricity bills driven by Republican policies. POLITICO's Zack Colman explains how the Dems' new energy strategy is taking shape and whether it could resonate with voters in 2026 and beyond.  Zack Colman covers climate change for POLITICO.  Josh Siegel is an energy reporter for POLITICO and the host of POLITICO Energy. Nirmal Mulaikal is the co-host and producer of POLITICO Energy.  Alex Keeney is a senior audio producer at POLITICO.  Gloria Gonzalez is the deputy energy editor for POLITICO.  Matt Daily is the energy editor for POLITICO. For more news on energy and the environment, subscribe to Power Switch, our free evening newsletter: https://www.politico.com/power-switch And for even deeper coverage and analysis, read our Morning Energy newsletter by subscribing to POLITICO Pro: https://subscriber.politicopro.com/newsletter-archive/morning-energy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

POLITICO Energy
How Trump is rewriting the rules for wind and solar

POLITICO Energy

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 11, 2025 10:44


Republicans put clean energy tax credits on a fast track to phase out in their sweeping tax law. But President Donald Trump's new executive order this week could make qualifying for the credits even harder — potentially undermining billions in planned wind and solar development. POLITICO's James Bikales breaks down the politics behind the move, along with the legal and financial risks that follow.  Josh Siegel is the host of POLITICO Energy and a congressional energy reporter for POLITICO.  James Bikales is a reporter for POLITICO.  Nirmal Mulaikal is the co-host and producer of POLITICO Energy.  Alex Keeney is a senior audio producer at POLITICO.  Gloria Gonzalez is the deputy energy editor for POLITICO.  Matt Daily is the energy editor for POLITICO. For more news on energy and the environment, subscribe to Power Switch, our free evening newsletter: https://www.politico.com/power-switch And for even deeper coverage and analysis, read our Morning Energy newsletter by subscribing to POLITICO Pro: https://subscriber.politicopro.com/newsletter-archive/morning-energy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

POLITICO Energy
Could Trump's megabill hurt Republicans in the midterms?

POLITICO Energy

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 7, 2025 8:06


President Donald Trump signed his “One Big, Beautiful Bill” into law on Friday, achieving a major part of his domestic energy agenda. But the law could potentially put swing-district Republicans at risk in the 2026 midterm elections. POLITICO's Josh Siegel and James Bikales break down why Trump's new law could politically hurt his party. Josh Siegel is the host of POLITICO Energy and a congressional energy reporter for POLITICO.  James Bikales is a reporter for POLITICO.  Nirmal Mulaikal is the co-host and producer of POLITICO Energy.  Kara Tabor is an audio producer for POLITICO. Gloria Gonzalez is the deputy energy editor for POLITICO.  Matt Daily is the energy editor for POLITICO. For more news on energy and the environment, subscribe to Power Switch, our free evening newsletter: https://www.politico.com/power-switchAnd for even deeper coverage and analysis, read our Morning Energy newsletter by subscribing to POLITICO Pro: https://subscriber.politicopro.com/newsletter-archive/morning-energy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

POLITICO Energy
How the Senate's megabill could disrupt the clean energy industry

POLITICO Energy

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 2, 2025 12:05


Senate Republicans narrowly passed their version of President Donald Trump's party-line reconciliation package on Tuesday, bringing the party closer to executing a key part of the president's domestic agenda and transforming America's energy policy. POLITICO's Josh Siegel, James Bikales and Kelsey Tamborrino break down how the Senate finally passed its version of the bill, the impact on the clean energy industry, and what's next in the reconciliation process. Josh Siegel is an energy reporter for POLITICO and the host of POLITICO Energy. James Bikales is a reporter for POLITICO.  Kelsey Tamborrino is a reporter covering clean energy for POLITICO. Nirmal Mulaikal is the co-host and producer of POLITICO Energy.  Alex Keeney is a senior audio producer at POLITICO.  Gloria Gonzalez is the deputy energy editor for POLITICO.  Matt Daily is the energy editor for POLITICO. For more news on energy and the environment, subscribe to Power Switch, our free evening newsletter: https://www.politico.com/power-switchAnd for even deeper coverage and analysis, read our Morning Energy newsletter by subscribing to POLITICO Pro: https://subscriber.politicopro.com/newsletter-archive/morning-energy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

POLITICO Energy
Public land sales and permitting cause trouble for Senate GOP

POLITICO Energy

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 25, 2025 9:05


Hill Republicans are eager to get their reconciliation mega bill to President Donald Trump's desk by July 4th. But the Senate parliamentarian has deemed large sections of the Energy and Natural Resources Committee's portion of the bill in violation of reconciliation budget rules. POLITICO's James Bikales digs into the measures deemed prohibited, what comes next and what this setback means for the GOP's “energy dominance” plans. Plus, an EPA staff union has filed a Hatch Act complaint claiming that Administrator Lee Zeldin's weekly newsletter may be unlawful partisan activity. James Bikales is a reporter for POLITICO. Josh Siegel⁠⁠⁠ is the host of POLITICO Energy and a congressional energy reporter for POLITICO.  ⁠⁠⁠Kara Tabor⁠⁠⁠ is an audio producer for POLITICO. ⁠⁠⁠Gloria Gonzalez⁠⁠⁠ is the deputy energy editor for POLITICO.  ⁠⁠⁠Matt Daily⁠⁠⁠ is the energy editor for POLITICO. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

POLITICO Energy
Oil prices wobble as US and Iran attack

POLITICO Energy

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 24, 2025 7:37


The United States' attack on Iranian nuclear facilities late Saturday caused a global oil price spike — but it hasn't lasted. Prices have tumbled after Iran's strikes on US military bases in Qatar and Iraq. POLITICO's Ben Lefebvre explains these price fluctuations and what it all means for President Donald Trump's low energy cost promises. Plus, New York governor Kathy Hochul is directing the state's power authority to build a new nuclear power plant stat, giving NY more renewable energy options. Ben Lefebvre is an energy reporter for POLITICO. Josh Siegel⁠⁠ is the host of POLITICO Energy and a congressional energy reporter for POLITICO.  ⁠⁠Kara Tabor⁠⁠ is an audio producer for POLITICO. ⁠⁠Gloria Gonzalez⁠⁠ is the deputy energy editor for POLITICO.  ⁠⁠Matt Daily⁠⁠ is the energy editor for POLITICO. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

POLITICO Energy
A rare look inside Trump's National Energy Dominance Council

POLITICO Energy

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 23, 2025 30:20


The second Trump administration is rejecting the GOP's long-held “all of the above” energy mantra and going all in on fossil fuels and nuclear power — while opposing renewable energy sources like wind and solar. The person tasked with making that plan reality is Jarrod Agen, executive director of President Donald Trump's newly created National Energy Dominance Council. POLITICO White House Bureau Chief Dasha Burns joined Agen at the POLITICO Energy Summit to learn how the administration plans to go big on drilling, mining and more. Dasha Burns is the White House Bureau Chief for POLITICO. Josh Siegel⁠ is the host of POLITICO Energy and a congressional energy reporter for POLITICO.  ⁠Kara Tabor⁠ is an audio producer for POLITICO. ⁠Gloria Gonzalez⁠ is the deputy energy editor for POLITICO.  ⁠Matt Daily⁠ is the energy editor for POLITICO. For more news on energy and the environment, subscribe to Power Switch, our free evening newsletter: ⁠https://www.politico.com/power-switch⁠ And for even deeper coverage and analysis, read our Morning Energy newsletter by subscribing to POLITICO Pro: ⁠https://subscriber.politicopro.com/newsletter-archive/morning-energy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

POLITICO Energy
Why Senate Finance won't have the last word on energy tax cuts

POLITICO Energy

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 18, 2025 10:00


The Senate Finance Committee released its portion of the GOP's megabill this week, softening House lawmakers' cuts to the nation's clean energy tax credits. The proposal likely will spark weeks of debate within the party and could jeopardize the Senate's self-imposed deadline for passing the bill. POLITICO's Josh Siegel and Kelsey Tamborrino break down what the Senate proposed, how it compares to the House's version and what's next in the megabill battle. Plus, President Donald Trump nominated Katherine Scarlett to lead the White House Council on Environmental Quality. Kelsey Tamborrino is a reporter covering clean energy for POLITICO. Josh Siegel is an energy reporter for POLITICO and the host of POLITICO Energy. Nirmal Mulaikal is the co-host and producer of POLITICO Energy.  Kara Tabor is an audio producer for POLITICO. Gloria Gonzalez is the deputy energy editor for POLITICO.  Matt Daily is the energy editor for POLITICO. For more news on energy and the environment, subscribe to Power Switch, our free evening newsletter: https://www.politico.com/power-switch And for even deeper coverage and analysis, read our Morning Energy newsletter by subscribing to POLITICO Pro: https://subscriber.politicopro.com/newsletter-archive/morning-energy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

POLITICO Energy
Why Sen. Heinrich thinks the GOP's reconciliation package will cost them at the ballot box

POLITICO Energy

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 11, 2025 19:44


POLITICO Energy host Josh Siegel sits down for an interview at the POLITICO Energy summit with Sen. Martin Heinrich (D-N.M.), the ranking member of the Senate Committee on Energy and Natural Resources. They discuss why Heinrich thinks the Republicans' party-line reconciliation package could cost the GOP politically in the next election, how Democrats can change the party's narrative on oil and gas, permitting reform, FERC's future, Energy Secretary Chris Wright's performance and more. Plus, here are other big takeaways from the POLITICO Energy summit. Josh Siegel is the host of POLITICO Energy and a congressional energy reporter for POLITICO.  Nirmal Mulaikal is the co-host and producer of POLITICO Energy.  Alex Keeney is a senior audio producer at POLITICO.  Gloria Gonzalez is the deputy energy editor for POLITICO.  Matt Daily is the energy editor for POLITICO. For more news on energy and the environment, subscribe to Power Switch, our free evening newsletter: https://www.politico.com/power-switch And for even deeper coverage and analysis, read our Morning Energy newsletter by subscribing to POLITICO Pro: https://subscriber.politicopro.com/newsletter-archive/morning-energy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Rotoviz Radio
It's One Stat - The High Stakes Lowdown

Rotoviz Radio

Play Episode Listen Later May 18, 2025 87:41


The High-Stakes Lowdown: A RotoViz Podcast: Eric Balkman chats with high-stakes fantasy football players.GUEST: Josh Siegel (@salesrecruiter_)Josh Siegel is a five-time FFPC dynasty league champ, but he's also been a redraft league winner in dozens of FFPC leagues as well. In this episode, he talks about how he's treating Terrance Ferguson who got drafted by the Rams, whether he believes in Tetaroia McMillan, Devin Neal's future in New Orleans, and much more.If you're a listener of the show who isn't subscribing yet to RotoViz, you can get a special 10% discount through the podcast homepage.Host: Eric Balkman (@EricBalkman) – Host of the High-Stakes Fantasy Football Hour podcast and media relations officer of the Fantasy Football Players ChampionshipSPONSORFantasy Football Players Championship – The home of season-long high-stakes fantasy football. Check out the FFPC today!SHOW NOTESThanks to Eric and the FFPC for coordinating this show. Thanks to Grapes for providing the theme music.​Email: RotoVizRadio@gmail.comTwitter: @RotoVizRadio