The Energy Transition Won't Happen

Energy News Beat Podcast

The Energy Transition Won't Happen

July 17, 2024

In this episode of the Energy News Beat Daily Standup, the hosts, Michael Tanner and Stuart Turley discussed various energy-related topics. They covered an opinion piece claiming the energy transition won't happen, China's plans for low-carbon upgrades in its coal power sector, and electricity rationing at charging stations in Europe due to limited infrastructure. They also reviewed nine mid-year energy predictions from Forbes, including the increasing use of coal and the prioritization of national energy security over international climate goals. Finally, they reported on ExxonMobil's new 30-well drilling campaign in offshore Guyana.

Highlights of the Podcast

00:00 - Intro

01:32 - The “Energy Transition” Won’t Happen

03:00 - China plans low-carbon upgrades for coal power sector

04:44 - Electricity Rationing At Charging Stations Due To Limited Charging Infrastructure in Europe

06:57 - 9 Consequential Energy Predictions – Midyear Review

10:54 - BREAKING NEWS: ExxonMobil unveils 30-well drilling campaign for seventh oil and gas project offshore Guyana

13:01 - Markets Update

15:18 - Outro

Please see the links below or articles that we discuss in the podcast.