A Meteorologist, A Security Expert and an Energy Economist Walk into a Bar

Synopsis

Changing Weather Patterns, Energy Production and Revenue

• Analysis of recent weather pattern changes and their potential impacts on renewable energy production.
• Case studies on how extreme weather events have affected solar and wind energy outputs.
• The economic implications of fluctuating renewable energy production.
• Strategies for mitigating financial risks associated with weather variability.

Geopolitical Dynamics and Energy Economics

• Overview of the current fossil fuels/renewables market dynamics.
• Impact of geopolitical tensions and policies on energy prices and investment trends.

The Manufacturing Powerhouses: China, EU/USA, and the UK

• Analysis of China’s dominance in the manufacturing of solar panels, battery storage, and other transition technologies.
• Comparative insights into how the EU, USA, and the UK are positioning themselves in the global renewable energy equipment market.
• The potential for international collaborations and conflicts in the race for energy transition technologies.

Conclusion and Q&A