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Energy Books / Podcasts

The Grid

Great, but tedious, book on how America's aging electric grid became its biggest energy problem. 

How to Drive a Nuclear Reactor

A little too in-depth for an average reader, but a guide on how reactors actually work. 

The Earth is a Nuclear Planet

A physics-backed, but still "for dummies" case for nuclear energy as natural and essential. 

California Burning

Investigates how PG&E’s failures, wildfires, and politics collided in California’s energy crisis.

The Energy Gang (Podcast)

Weekly takes on the business, tech, and policy shaping energy. 

Catalyst with Shayle Kann (Podcast)

A podcast that goes in-depth and explores how to scale breakthrough climate technologies. 


Favorite Newsletters

Canary Media

Smart, accessible stories on the energy transition. My go-to and homepage for all current renewable news.

Heatmap

Daily climate news with sharp analysis and a bit of edge.

Utility Dive

Industry updates on solar, storage, and grid infrastructure. 

Axios Generate

A quick, curated hit of the day’s top energy stories. 


Startup & VC Blogs

a16z: Future of Energy

What one of the biggest VCs sees in climate and energy tech.

Breakthrough Energy Ventures

Where Bill Gates’ climate fund is placing its bets.

CTVC Newsletter

Weekly deals, trends, and analysis in climate tech investing. Also a great primer for all things clean-tech.


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