Watts Next? Podcast

Our energy network is going through a massive transformation as we look to decarbonise our grid through the rollout of renewables. Part of this enormous change is a continual dialogue between energy market innovators, regulators and policy makers to ensure the future energy system we are building reflects the needs and expectations of everyday people. To deepen and expand this conversation, Energy Consumers Australia initiated Watts Next? – a podcast aimed at energy insiders and ‘energy curious’ consumers to help shed new light on the regulatory and technological change going on in the sector.

To kick-start the series, Phil was engaged to be the executive producer and host for the first season of Watts Next? to turn the concept into reality. 10 expert guests were engaged to speak with thought leaders from Energy Consumers Australia’s senior leadership and policy team. Phil researched topics and briefed participants to create 10 podcasts covering the energy transition, including renewable generation, innovation, consumer protection, transmission planning, new energy technology, and electric vehicles. Phil also recorded the voice overs for the intro and outro of the podcast, as well as recording and sourcing content for the Grants Update segment that featured innovative projects funded by Energy Consumers Australia’s Grants Program.

The impact of Watts Next? reverberated far and wide within the energy sector and beyond. The 10 thought-provoking podcast episodes garnered an engaged listenership, exceeding 1,000 listens across the various podcast platforms. Watts Next? was featured by Apple Podcasts upon release through its New and Noteworthy charts, demonstrating how a sense of curiosity and engagement can propel conversations surrounding renewable energy and consumer-owned assets into the spotlight.

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