# policycast (audio feeds) — RSS Amplifier Recent posts from the 1 feeds in the RSS Amplifier directory that cover policycast. Page: Feed: --- ## 2025 in review | The EU Grids Package and SolarPower Europe's vision for an EU Flexibility Strategy _2025-12-18 · Shine On Policycast_ 2025 has been the year of putting energy system flexibility in the spotlight. As the EU launched its strategic priorities for the new EU political mandate: energy security, competitiveness, and climate. In this episode, our host Bethany Meban sits down with Dries Acke, Deputy CEO, SolarPower Europe, to discuss why flexibility is essential for meeting the EU’s targets, and our key asks for a robust… [Listen](https://www.buzzsprout.com/856645/episodes/18378125-2025-in-review-the-eu-grids-package-and-solarpower-europe-s-vision-for-an-eu-flexibility-strategy.mp3) ## Watt’s next for Europe? | Driving electrification for a secure and competitive EU _2025-11-05 · Shine On Policycast_ Join us on this episode of Shine On Policycast as we dive into the electrification revolution transforming Europe’s energy landscape. Host Bethany Meban sits down with Adrian Hiel, Director of the Electrification Alliance, to discuss to discuss why switching to European energy in European homes, industry, and transport can boost Europe’s competitiveness and strengthen our energy security and… [Listen](https://www.buzzsprout.com/856645/episodes/18137063-watt-s-next-for-europe-driving-electrification-for-a-secure-and-competitive-eu.mp3) ## Driving Supply Chain Traceability | Solar Stewardship Initiative 3 years in _2025-10-22 · Shine On Policycast_ In this episode of Shine On Policycast , host Bethany Meban speaks with Rachel Owens, CEO of the Solar Stewardship Initiative (SSI). Discover how SSI is driving supply chain traceability in the solar sector and whether current EU legislation - such as the Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive (CSRD), Corporate Sustainability Due Diligence Directive (CSDDD), and Forced Labour Ban - is doing… [Listen](https://www.buzzsprout.com/856645/episodes/18055494-driving-supply-chain-traceability-solar-stewardship-initiative-3-years-in.mp3) ## Is the EU solar workforce up to the task? | EU Solar Jobs Report 2025 _2025-10-08 · Shine On Policycast_ In this episode of Shine On Policycast , host Bethany Meban speaks with Jacopo Piccalgi , Project and Policy Officer on Skills at SolarPower Europe, to unpack the findings of the latest EU Solar Jobs Report . We examine the current landscape of solar jobs in Europe , the challenges of meeting workforce demand, and whether the EU is on track to deliver the skilled labour needed for its clean energy… [Listen](https://www.buzzsprout.com/856645/episodes/17975915-is-the-eu-solar-workforce-up-to-the-task-eu-solar-jobs-report-2025.mp3) ## State of the European Energy System | Solar for Freedom, Security and Unity _2025-09-24 · Shine On Policycast_ In this episode of Shine On Policycast , host Bethany Meban sits down with Walburga Hemetsberger , CEO of SolarPower Europe, for a deep dive into the future of Europe’s energy system . As the new political season begins, we analyse European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen’s State of the Union address and its implications for the Europe’s energy future. We explore the trajectory of solar… [Listen](https://www.buzzsprout.com/856645/episodes/17892683-state-of-the-european-energy-system-solar-for-freedom-security-and-unity.mp3) ## Flexible Buildings, Resilient Grids | Future-proofing Europe's energy system _2025-05-14 · Shine On Policycast_ In this episode of Shine On Policycast , host Bethany is joined by Jan Osenberg, Head of System Integration at SolarPower Europe, to discuss flexible buildings. Throughout the discussion we dive into what flexible buildings are, why they are important to the energy transition, and what needs to happen at EU and member state level to support the roll out of flexibility services. Follow us for more:… [Listen](https://www.buzzsprout.com/856645/episodes/17157308-flexible-buildings-resilient-grids-future-proofing-europe-s-energy-system.mp3) ## EU Solar Charter one year later: has the pact lived up to its ambitions? _2025-04-23 · Shine On Policycast_ In this episode of Shine On Policycast , host Bethany is joined by Head of Supply Chains, Anett Ludwig, to discuss the EU Solar Charter one year after its inception. What is the EU solar charter and what did it set out to achieve? One year later, what is the state of play? We explore what still needs to happen to ensure Europe's solar manufacturing base can be reshored, strengthening EU strategic… [Listen](https://www.buzzsprout.com/856645/episodes/17026345-eu-solar-charter-one-year-later-has-the-pact-lived-up-to-its-ambitions.mp3) ## Hot Takes from the SolarPower Summit 2025: Let's Flex! _2025-04-10 · Shine On Policycast_ Buckle up for 30 minutes of lively commentary, sharp analysis, and unfiltered opinions recorded live from the SolarPower Summit in Brussels. Join SolarPower Europe's Deputy CEO Dries Acke in conversation with a distinguished panel of energy influencers: Beatrice Petrovich, Ember; Tara Connolly, Beyond Fossil Fuels; and Bram Claeys, Regulatory Assistance Project. Hear direct from the experts as we… [Listen](https://www.buzzsprout.com/856645/episodes/16951344-hot-takes-from-the-solarpower-summit-2025-let-s-flex.mp3) ## BONUS EPISODE: 5 numbers in 5 minutes | Plug-in Solar PV _2025-03-19 · Shine On Policycast_ Catch up on the latest EU solar market figures with this bonus episode of Shine On Policycast. In just 5 minutes, Leah Le Pénuizic, Market Analyst at SolarPower Europe, shares five key numbers from our recently published paper on Plug-In Solar PV. We dive into what plug-in solar is, and how the technology is advancing in Europe. Follow us for more: LinkedIn Bluesky Instagram Facebook Website [Listen](https://www.buzzsprout.com/856645/episodes/16822066-bonus-episode-5-numbers-in-5-minutes-plug-in-solar-pv.mp3) ## [Find what they just said (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/hqqLxN1ilDVx) _2025-03-19 · **Sponsored**_ Surface recent public signals so you can send policy-aware, relevant outreach ## EU Clean Industrial Deal | Electrification, storage and flexibility for Europe's competitiveness _2025-03-07 · Shine On Policycast_ In this episode of Shine On Policycast , host Bethany is joined by Deputy CEO, Dries Acke, to focus in on the Clean Industrial Deal published by the European Commission in February 2025. This new package, along with the Affordable Energy Action Plan and the Omnibus packages, set the direction for the EU's work over the next years. Listen in to hear our key takeaways, what we think is missing and… [Listen](https://www.buzzsprout.com/856645/episodes/16746425-eu-clean-industrial-deal-electrification-storage-and-flexibility-for-europe-s-competitiveness.mp3)