Archive - Volts

Can public EV chargers be as reliable as gas stations?

A conversation with Seth Cutler of IONNA.

4 hrs ago • David Roberts

1:00:28

Another bipartisan housing miracle, this time in Idaho

A conversation with Idaho state Senator Ben Toews and Representative Megan Egbert.

Aug 12 • David Roberts

1:00:20

Grid cybersecurity: how big is the threat & what should we do about it?

A conversation with Patrick Miller.

Aug 7 • David Roberts

1:10:43

What should state policymakers do about data centers?

A conversation with Saleem Chapman of Climate Cabinet.

Aug 5 • David Roberts

1:01:57

Federal Energy Policy Will Increase Energy Bills, Cut Off Affordable Electricity Generation Additions

More emissions, higher consumer costs, dirtier air, and less power when we need it most

Published on The Power Line’s Substack • Aug 3

Best of July 2026

Highlights from the eight conversations released last month.

Aug 2 • David Roberts

45:46

July 2026

Silicon anodes for batteries unlock greater energy density and faster charging times

A conversation with Rick Costantino of Group14.

Jul 31 • David Roberts

44:28

Should we feel good about the trajectory of clean energy post-Trump?

A conversation with Lily Bermel.

Jul 29 • David Roberts

1:26:19

The US is terrible at building public transit. Here's how to get better.

A conversation with Will Poff-Webster of the Institute for Progress and Stephanie Pollack of the MIT Mobility Initiative.

Jul 22 • David Roberts

1:06:11

Making sense of the data center backlash

A crossover with Jigar Shah's "Energy Empire" podcast!

Jul 20 • David Roberts

59:00

Spreading the good news about electrification

A conversation with Hawaii state Senator Chris Lee about his Electric Innovation Initiative.

Jul 15 • David Roberts

1:01:37

Want less sprawl and more urban infill? Try a land value tax!

A conversation with Greg Miller of the Center for Land Economics and Kitty Klitzke of the Spokane City Council.

Jul 10 • David Roberts

1:08:24

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