Talking Power

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Talking Power is a podcast series focused on the future of energy and decarbonisation from the perspective of large UK businesses. Hosted by The Energyst’s Tim McManan-Smith and featuring industry experts from EDF, we'll explore themes such as the net zero solutions for business, the rise of corporate PPAs, the future of the UK energy mix and energy market insights. To find out more, follow EDF Business Solutions on LinkedIn or visit https://www.edfenergy.com/large-business/talk-power And for the latest news and views, visit theenergyst.com

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May 5, 2026Episode 825 min

EVs as a Grid Resource: Smart Charging, Flexibility, and the Road to V2G

Britain’s driveways are quietly becoming one of the most powerful assets in the energy system. With more than a gigawatt of aggregated EV flexibility now online, EVs are no longer just a passive load - they’re a mainstream grid resource. In this episode of Talking Power, Tim McMann Smith is joined by Martin Walsh, Chief Product & Technology Officer, Pod and John Grant Arrowsmith, Senior Manager, Flex Partnerships, EDF Business & Wholesale. Together, they unpack how EV flexibility is scaling, what consumers really want, and why V2G is finally moving from theory to reality.Links: https://www.edfenergy.com/content/business-wholesalehttps://www.linkedin.com/showcase/business-wholesale-services

April 15, 2026Episode 723 min

No silver bullets: How I&C energy buyers are navigating volatility, complexity and control

The industrial and commercial energy market is undergoing a fundamental shift. Volatility is now structural, decarbonisation decisions are moving into the boardroom, and customers are weighing up on‑site assets, new technologies and increasingly complex commercial models. In this episode of Talking Power, Tim McMann Smith speaks with Jon Slowe (LCP Delta) and Christopher Dalley (EDF Business & Wholesale) about how I&C customers are adapting - and what suppliers, or energy partners, must do to keep pace.Links: https://www.edfenergy.com/content/business-wholesalehttps://www.linkedin.com/showcase/business-wholesale-services

October 28, 2025Episode 623 min

From Barriers to Benefits: The Case for Flexibility

In this episode of Talking Power, brought to you in partnership with EDF and The Energyst, we dive into one of the most talked about themes in the UK energy landscape - flexibility. More than just a way to save on costs, flexibility helps businesses strengthen resilience, open up new revenue opportunities, and accelerate progress toward net zero. Tune in to understand the real world challenges and opportunities of flexibility, from financial and technical barriers to cultural change, and how organisations can take their first steps into this transformative space.

July 15, 2025Episode 541 min

PPA Pathways: Navigating CfDs, CPPAs & the Future of Renewable Energy Contracts

In this episode of the Talking Power Podcast, host Tim McManan-Smith sits down with Tom Abbott, PPA Director at EDF, and Andrew Peyman, Head of Energy Sales at Innova, to unpack the rapidly shifting landscape of renewable energy contracts. Together, they explore the recent reforms to the Contracts for Difference (CfD) scheme and the implications of the AR7 delay, how CfD PPAs compare with Corporate PPAs (CPPAs) and the growing influence of market volatility and power price cannibalisation on PPA strategies. Whether you're a developer, energy buyer, or just navigating the complex world of renewables, this episode offers essential insights into securing and structuring PPAs in today’s evolving energy market.

October 30, 202427 min

Sustainability: A business imperative

In this episode, Edd Mitchell, Senior Manager of Key Accounts at EDF Business Solutions, and Tom Thackray, Head of Strategy & Sustainability at EDF discuss the balance between sustainability and risk, policy and regulatory changes in support of net zero commitments, going back to basics with energy efficiency and how to implement a comprehensive sustainability strategy.To find out more, follow EDF Business Solutions on LinkedIn or visit https://www.edfenergy.com/large-business/talk-power And for the latest news, views & to register for free digital editions of The Energyst magazine please visit theenergyst.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

June 24, 202416 min

Solar PV for business: Benefits, challenges, and dispelling age-old myths

In this episode, Raghav Singh, Head of Large Business at EDF Business Solutions, and Rob Murphy, Sales and Origination Director at SAS Energy discuss how solar PV can be a vital tool in assisting a business’s net zero ambitions, providing energy security and protection against market volatility. To find out more, follow EDF Business Solutions on LinkedIn or visit https://www.edfenergy.com/large-business/talk-power And for the latest news and views, visit theenergyst.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

February 21, 202422 min

Corporate Power Purchase Agreements: A framework for the future?

In this episode, Tim speaks with Raghav Singh & Tom Abbott from EDF about the future deployment of new renewables and the role that Corporate PPAs play in Britain achieving Net Zero. To find out more, follow EDF Business Solutions on LinkedIn or visit https://www.edfenergy.com/large-business/talk-power And for the latest news and views, visit theenergyst.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

November 30, 202333 min

The future of the UK energy mix, Net Zero and Corporate PPAs

In this episode, Tim speaks with Steve Parker & Matt Nunn from EDF about the future of the UK energy mix, net zero and corporate PPAs.To find out more, follow EDF Business Solutions on LinkedIn or visit https://www.edfenergy.com/large-business/talk-power And for the latest news and views, visit theenergyst.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

November 29, 20230 min

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Talking Power is a podcast series focused on the future of energy and decarbonisation from the perspective of large UK businesses. Hosted by The Energyst’s Tim McManan-Smith and featuring industry experts from EDF, we'll explore themes such as the net zero solutions for business, the rise of corporate PPAs, the future of the UK energy mix and energy market insights. To find out more, follow EDF Business Solutions on LinkedIn or visit https://www.edfenergy.com/large-business/talk-power And for the latest news and views, visit theenergyst.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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