Hosts: Rod Smythe, Josh Thorneycroft, Jonathan Grant

Duration: 25:32

Summary:
In the first episode of KWM’s Power Perspectives podcast, KWM Energy Partners Rod Smythe and Josh Thorneycroft, and with M&A Partner Jonathan Grant dissect the state of Australian energy market in 2025. 

They explore the significant shift from traditional thermal generation to renewable energy sources and the investment opportunities that arise from this transition.

Key Topics Discussed:

·      Current trends in the Australian energy market

·      The impact of increasing electricity demand driven by digitisation and AI

·      Investment opportunities in renewables, battery storage, and gas

·      The role for institutional and private investors

·      Challenges posed by regulatory changes and economic factors

·      The rise of smaller batteries and their implications for energy storage

·      Predictions for the next phase of the energy transition in Australia

Tune in to learn how Australia is navigating its energy transition and what it means for markets and investors.