Why has the very idea of “energy security” become politicised? What does it really mean for the UK, in the interconnected world we live in? And does the transition to net zero emissions weaken our energy security, or strengthen it?

Amy talks with Dhara Vyas, CEO of Energy UK, a trade association for the energy industry. Energy UK’s members together deliver nearly 80% of the UK’s power generation and supply 95% of UK homes and businesses.

Produced and presented by Amy Mount.

Edited by Sarah Eldridge.

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Now that extreme weather events are happening with increasing frequency and intensity, what impact is that having on climate politics? Is it making politicians sit up and pay more attention? Or is the climate crisis becoming yet another blight on parts of the country that are too often overlooked?

Amy talks with Sofie Jenkinson, Founding Director at Round Our Way: a non-profit that exists to share stories about the impact climate change has on communities - and about the local people quietly doing something about it.

Produced and presented by Amy Mount.

Edited by Sarah Eldridge.

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As the term “net zero” comes under political attack, should supporters of climate action discard it in favour of something else? Or should we fight for it? And how can research into public opinion, and people’s deeply-held values, help to make that judgement call?

Amy talks with Jessie Nicholls, an expert in strategic communications and public engagement.

Produced and presented by Amy Mount.

Edited by Sarah Eldridge.

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