At The Power Table Podcast

This episode dives into what it really takes to build a meaningful career in today’s fast-evolving energy industry. Through an honest conversation with energy consultant and Young Energy Professionals Forum co-chair Connor Innes, we explore how ambition, systems thinking, and adaptability are becoming essential tools for navigating a complex and rapidly shifting sector.

From breaking into the industry to standing out in it, the discussion unpacks practical strategies around networking, positioning, and gaining diverse experience. Connor shares how he balances full-time work, freelance projects, and entrepreneurial ventures—and why this kind of portfolio career is increasingly valuable in driving innovation and growth.

Blending practical advice with a wider perspective on policy, talent, and innovation, this is a grounded look at how to turn career ambition into real impact in the energy space.

This episode explores the hidden systems shaping our energy future, from underground cables and grid resilience to the policies holding it all together. Through candid conversations with Bavik Sing, we unpack why upgrading infrastructure is no longer optional, but essential for climate resilience, community safety, and long-term affordability.

You will hear firsthand insights from project managers working across Europe, as they break down the real challenges behind the transition—from ageing grids and urban congestion to global skills shortages and the need for international collaboration. The discussion highlights the trade-offs between cost and resilience, and why foundational grid upgrades must come before scaling renewable energy.

By connecting the technical, political, and human sides of energy, this episode offers a grounded look at what it truly takes to future-proof our systems. It is a practical, honest exploration of the decisions shaping how we power our cities, economies, and everyday lives.

At The Power Table is back, and this time we’re talking about solar energy—but not in a “save the planet, drink oat milk” kind of way. More like: how do we actually make this stuff work for real businesses, with real bills, and real hesitation?

Enter Daniel Levine, co-founder of Two Blues Solar, who’s on a mission to make solar panels less of a “nice idea” and more of a “why aren’t we doing this already?” moment. We get into the awkward truths: yes, solar can feel expensive, confusing, and slightly like assembling IKEA furniture without instructions. But also—yes—it can save money, build resilience, and quietly shift the energy system while you’re busy running your business.
We talk cost fears, complexity, and why most people stall right before making the smartest decision they’ll thank themselves for later. Daniel breaks down how flexible financing, better education, and tailored solutions are turning solar from intimidating to inevitable.

If you’ve ever thought, “solar sounds great, but where do I even start?”—this one’s for you.

Pull up a chair. Let’s make the future feel a bit more doable.

In this episode of At The Power Table, former energy insider John McRitchie brings a grounded, no-nonsense perspective on the realities of the energy sector.

From affordability and security to the gap between engineering theory and what actually happens on the ground, the conversation gets into the issues that matter. John also unpacks green hydrogen in a way that cuts through the jargon and gets to the point.

In this unapologetically honest conversation, Emma Lamont — Senior Marketing Manager at Energy Voice and certified master of turning jargon into something you actually want to read — unpacks her unexpected dive into the energy world. She makes the case for storytelling as the industry’s secret superpower and community as its beating heart. Between championing Women in New Energy and rallying the Women’s Energy Network Alliance, Emma doesn’t just talk diversity — she lives it, mascara smudges and all. Expect candid reflections on inclusion (the kind that go beyond a hashtag), reflections on International Women’s Day, and bold ideas for redesigning the energy landscape — this time, with everyone invited.