The Hypercube Energy Podcast

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The Hypercube Energy Podcast explores the application of technology, data and AI across the energy sector. In the fast-moving energy landscape, organisations of all sizes need to understand and adopt emerging tech to tackle complex problems, identify new areas of innovation and capitalise on opportunity. What should an energy technology strategy look like? How do we identify what problems to solve first? What innovations are being made in the industry? These are the questions that host Adam Sroka seeks to answer on this show. In each episode, he sits down with tech experts and business leaders from the energy sector to understand exactly how they are solving energy-specific data challenges today. You can learn more about Hypercube - Energy Technology Partner at wearehypercube.com Join the Beyond Energy Community: wearehypercube.com/join-the-community/

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June 10, 2026Episode 6848 min

Offshore wind, energy security and investment

On this episode of the Hypercube Energy Podcast, Adam Sroka speaks with Gary Connolly, Head of UK Offshore Wind Development at ESB Energy, about the challenges and opportunities shaping the next generation of offshore wind projects. Gary shares his journey from agricultural engineering into renewable energy, exploring how offshore wind development has evolved over the past two decades and what it takes to deliver large-scale projects in increasingly complex markets. He also discusses energy security, grid constraints, project finance and the growing role of technology in offshore operations. Adam and Gary cover: Offshore wind development across the UK and IrelandEnergy security, grid constraints and renewables integrationThe role of industry groups in shaping policy and deliveryWhat makes offshore wind projects bankableImproving offshore safety through AI, data and remote operations

May 28, 2026Episode 6738 min

Energy storytelling beyond the headlines

On this episode of the Hypercube Energy Podcast, Faye Girvan, Marketing Director, and Ciara Inglis, Marketing Manager at Hypercube, speak with Juliette Sanders, Chief Communications Officer at Energy UK, about the role of communications in the energy transition and why public trust has become one of the sector’s biggest challenges. Juliette shares her journey from engineering into communications, exploring how public perceptions of net zero, the energy crisis and digital media are reshaping the way the sector communicates. She also explains why relatable storytelling, creativity and human-centred communication will be critical to building trust and engagement across the industry. Faye, Ciara and Juliette cover: Why the energy sector needs more relatable communicationPublic trust, misinformation and the net zero narrativeThe communications lessons from the energy crisisHow AI is changing communications and customer engagementCreative storytelling and public engagement through “Killah Jules”

May 20, 2026Episode 6632 min

What will power the next wave of electrification? | Mikey Clark, Relode

On this episode of the Hypercube Energy Podcast, Adam Sroka speaks with Mikey Clark, CEO of Relode, about the growing pressure on the UK electricity system and the infrastructure needed to support the next wave of electrification. Mikey shares his experience across electrical engineering, battery storage and infrastructure development, exploring how rising demand linked to AI data centres, electric freight and industrial electrification is reshaping the grid, and why new approaches to power infrastructure will be critical to supporting the next wave of electrification. Adam and Mikey cover: Why grid connection delays are becoming a major barrier to electrificationThe rise of AI data centres and large-scale power demandHow private power parks could reshape energy infrastructureWhy electric freight and charging infrastructure will scale rapidlyThe role of AI, optimisation and flexible energy systems

May 13, 2026Episode 6542 min

Supply chains, ESG risk and energy security | Sarah Montgomery, Infyos

On this episode of the Hypercube Energy Podcast, Adam Sroka speaks with Sarah Montgomery, CEO and Co-Founder of Infyos, about the growing complexity of renewable energy supply chains and why developers can no longer ignore ESG and geopolitical risk. Adam and Sarah cover: Why renewable energy supply chains remain heavily dependent on ChinaThe hidden ESG and human rights risks in batteries and solarHow supply chain due diligence impacts project financingWhy AI and data platforms are critical for supply chain transparencyThe future of battery manufacturers, integrators and supply chain diversification

May 6, 2026Episode 6452 min

Corporate PPAs, power demand and customer-led energy | Ilesh Patel, Liberty Global & Egg Power

On this episode of the Hypercube Energy Podcast, Adam Sroka speaks with Ilesh Patel, CEO of Egg Power and Chief Commercial Officer, Energy Transition at Liberty Global, about how rising power demand is reshaping the energy system and why customer-led models are becoming critical to delivering the next phase of the transition. Ilesh shares his experience building Baringa’s global energy practice before moving into industry to launch and scale new energy transition businesses. He explains why execution, not ideas, is the biggest challenge in energy, and how focusing on real customer demand changes the way infrastructure is developed and financed. The conversation explores a fundamental shift in the energy landscape: rapid demand growth from digital infrastructure and data centres, combined with the need to deliver clean power at scale. Ilesh outlines how corporate PPAs can help bridge the gap between ambition and delivery, and why the industry must evolve beyond traditional supply-led approaches. Adam and Ilesh cover: Why power demand is rising in modern energy systemsThe role of corporate PPAs in scaling clean energyWhy customer-led models outperform traditional developmentExecution challenges in building energy businessesWhere AI and digital tools can drive efficiency in the system

April 29, 2026Episode 6351 min

Oversupply, hydrogen storage and the future energy system

On this episode of the Hypercube Energy Podcast, Adam Sroka speaks with Lawson Steele, CEO of Haldane Energy, about how the energy system is evolving and what large-scale infrastructure is needed to support a renewable-led future. Lawson shares his experience building renewable and grid businesses, explaining how long-term, high-conviction investment thinking underpins successful energy platforms. He outlines why increasing renewable penetration will lead to structural oversupply, and how this creates both challenges and opportunities across the system. The conversation also explores hydrogen as long-duration energy storage, the role of infrastructure in balancing supply and demand, and the realities of developing gigawatt-scale projects in complex markets. Adam and Lawson cover: Why renewable-heavy systems will create structural oversupply Hydrogen as long-duration energy storage at scale Building large-scale energy infrastructure businesses System planning, policy and long-term investment decisions Where AI and digital tools can improve energy system efficiency

April 22, 2026Episode 6241 min

Battery storage, asset management and scaling portfolios

On this episode of the Hypercube Energy Podcast, Adam Sroka speaks with Richard Whitmore, Director of Asset Management at Adaptogen Capital, about how battery storage is evolving and what it takes to build and scale successful BESS portfolios. Richard shares his experience across offshore wind and battery storage, explaining why BESS should be treated as a trading asset rather than a passive generator. He outlines the importance of asset management, data strategy and operational planning early in the lifecycle, and how these decisions shape long-term performance. The conversation also explores scaling from a single project to a portfolio, supply chain constraints, and the realities of operating battery assets in increasingly complex energy markets. Adam and Richard cover: Why BESS is a trading asset, not a passive generatorAsset management and operational strategy from day oneData, tooling gaps and fragmented systemsSupply chain challenges and delivery riskHow to scale from one asset to a portfolio

April 15, 2026Episode 6150 min

Grid reform, queue management and the future of connections

On this episode of the Hypercube Energy Podcast, Adam Sroka speaks with Catherine Cleary, Grid Connection Specialist at Roadnight Taylor, about the challenges shaping grid connections and why reforming the process is critical to delivering the energy transition. Catherine shares her experience working across renewable, storage and large demand connections, explaining how the grid connection process works in practice and why it has become increasingly complex. She outlines the drivers behind connections reform, the shift from “first come, first served” to “first ready, first connected,” and what this means for developers, investors and the wider energy system. Adam and Catherine also explore the realities of building and upgrading grid infrastructure, the limitations of automation and AI in this space, and where digitalisation could still play a role. Adam and Catherine cover: Catherine’s role at Roadnight Taylor and the fundamentals of grid connections Why the grid queue has become a major bottleneck for energy projects Connections reform and the shift to a “ready and needed” system The impact of reform on developers, investors and project timelines Why grid infrastructure delivery, not just process, is the critical challenge Where automation, data and digital tools could support the grid Clean Power 2030 and what it will take to deliver at scale

March 18, 2026Episode 6039 min

Energy efficiency, electrification and the next phase of net zero

On this episode of the Hypercube Energy Podcast, Adam Sroka speaks with Steven Fawkes, Managing Partner at ep Group, about how energy efficiency, electrification and finance shape the pace of the energy transition. Steven shares his experience across decades in the energy sector, reflecting on how the system has evolved from centralised, fossil-based generation to one increasingly driven by renewables, storage and distributed energy. He explains why energy efficiency has historically struggled to scale, despite its importance, and how challenges around measurement, standardisation and investment continue to hold it back. Adam and Steven also discuss how electrification and efficiency interact at different system levels, the growing role of distributed batteries and flexibility, and how data, standardisation and de-risking tools could unlock more private capital. Along the way, they explore the human and organisational barriers that slow change, and why incentives, business models and trust are just as important as technology. Adam and Steven cover: Steven’s role at EP Group and how he approaches building energy projects What has changed most across the energy system over the past 40 years Why energy efficiency remains underfunded and overlooked Electrification, distributed energy and the rise of flexibility markets How finance, standardisation and de-risking shape investment decisions The organisational and human barriers that can slow the energy transition

March 11, 2026Episode 5942 min

Planning, policy, and public trust in energy development

On this episode of the Hypercube Energy Podcast, Adam Sroka speaks with James Jamieson, Vice President of Business Development at Starlight Energy, about how planning decisions shape renewable energy projects and why policy, public trust and collaboration are central to delivering new infrastructure. James shares his experience across local authority, consultancy and developer-side planning, explaining how energy projects move through the planning system and how decisions are made. The conversation explores the balance between commercial development, community concerns and environmental impact, as well as how biodiversity and social value are increasingly built into renewable projects from the outset. Adam and James also discuss how planning is evolving as renewable infrastructure scales, where AI could help reduce administrative burden, and why trust, transparency and better public understanding of planning will be essential to delivering the next generation of energy projects. Adam and James cover: James’s role at Starlight Energy and how renewable energy projects move through planningWhy planning decisions are policy-led rather than popularity contestsBalancing development, biodiversity and community concernsHow planning professionals work with authorities, stakeholders and local communitiesWhere AI could support planning systems and reduce administrative complexityTrust, transparency and the future of public engagement in infrastructure decisions