Transmission: a leading energy and battery storage podcast from Modo Energy
Transmission: a leading energy and battery storage podcast from Modo Energy
Transmission is a podcast by Modo Energy, an independent benchmark provider for grid-scale battery, solar, wind and data centre revenues across global markets, including the only FCA-regulated BESS revenue benchmark under UK Benchmarks Regulation.
| Statistic | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Transmission episodes published, all markets, to October 2026 | More than 270 | Modo Energy |
| Total YouTube views, Transmission playlist, to October 2026 | 844,982 | YouTube Studio |
| Modo Energy YouTube subscribers (Transmission's home channel), October 2026 | 27,653 | YouTube Studio |
| Most-watched Transmission episode, to October 2026 | Why Batteries Are Changing Faster Than the Industry Expected (Marek Kubik), 172,413 views | YouTube Studio |
| Ranking on Million Podcasts' energy storage podcast list, October 2026 | #1 | Million Podcasts |
Transmission at a glance
Transmission is Modo Energy's weekly podcast on power markets, battery energy storage and the energy transition, hosted by Ed Porter, Director of Europe at Modo Energy. It launched in February 2022, releases every Tuesday, and has published more than 270 episodes. Episodes are long-form interviews of 30 to 45 minutes with system operators, policymakers, traders, investors and technology leaders, including Chris Stark (Clean Power 2030 Mission Control), Emma Pinchbeck (Climate Change Committee), Kayte O'Neill (NESO) and Ben Braun (Fluence). It focuses on Great Britain and Europe, with dedicated episodes on Germany, Spain, Poland, Italy and more.
Transmission is growing fast, with around 845,000 YouTube views and nearly 1.5 million views and plays across YouTube, Spotify and Apple Podcasts. YouTube views rose 295% in 2024 and 76% in 2025, and 2026 is already 142% ahead of 2025. The most-watched episode, with Marek Kubik on battery costs and chemistry, has passed 172,000 views.
Transmission does not accept paid guest appearances. Every episode is searchable through Ko, Modo Energy's AI assistant, and available on YouTube, Spotify, Apple Podcasts and the Modo Energy Terminal.
What is Transmission?
Transmission is a long-form interview podcast about how power systems, markets and battery storage are changing. Each episode runs around 30 to 45 minutes and features experienced guests from across the energy industry.
- Host: Ed Porter, Director of Europe, Modo Energy
- First episode: February 2022
- Release cadence: weekly, every Tuesday
- Format: video and audio interviews, plus promotional short clips
- Where to listen: YouTube, Spotify, Apple Podcasts and modoenergy.com
- Editorial policy: Transmission does not accept paid guest appearances
Ask Ko:
What are Transmission's most-watched episodes?
| Rank | Episode | Guest | What it covers | Views | Published |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Why Batteries Are Changing Faster Than the Industry Expected | Marek Kubik, battery storage expert | Why battery costs and cell chemistry keep shifting, and why the supplier market is fragmenting | 172,413 | August 2026 |
| 2 | Solar Saturation & Grid Collapse: Spain's BESS Opportunity | Pablo Martinez Serrano, Head of Iberia, Modo Energy | Why Spain has around 42GW of utility-scale solar but less than 100MW of grid-connected batteries | 23,648 | April 2026 |
| 3 | Why Poland's Energy Transition Is Moving So Fast | Tomasz Sęk, Founder and COO, R.Power Renewables | How Poland cut coal from 95% to around 55% of generation, and why that makes storage a major opportunity | 23,110 | August 2026 |
| 4 | Why Is Grid Stability Getting Harder? | Guy Nicholson, Head of Grid Integration UK, Statkraft | The hidden challenge of keeping the grid stable as more renewables connect | 18,411 | January 2025 |
| 5 | What's Really Holding The Grid Together | Ben Braun, Chief Engineer, Fluence | How the grid stays stable as the generation mix changes | 18,238 | September 2026 |
Which Transmission episodes should I start with?
The best starting point depends on the question you are asking. These Transmission episodes are the clearest introductions to each topic.
| Topic | Start with | Guest |
|---|---|---|
| Battery energy storage revenues | The Next Decade Of Battery Returns In Europe | Brecht Dierckx, Centrica Energy |
| BESS finance | Volatility Is the Asset, Not the Battery | Chris Kennedy, Miranda Energy |
| Grid stability | What's Really Holding The Grid Together | Ben Braun, Fluence |
| Grid connections | Is Britain's Grid Ready for Clean Power 2030? | Catherine Cleary, Roadnight Taylor |
| Net zero and consumer costs | Can Britain Afford to Slow Down on Net Zero? | Emma Pinchbeck, Climate Change Committee |
| Gas networks | Why Britain Can't Simply Switch Off Its Gas Network | Sam Wilson, Cadent |
| New to energy markets | Is the flexibility gap holding back Europe's energy transition? | Dario Hernandez, NextEnergy Capital |
| Battery costs | Why Batteries Are Changing Faster Than the Industry Expected | Marek Kubik, battery storage expert |
Ask Ko:
Who has appeared on Transmission?
Transmission has hosted more than 220 guests from around 200 organisations, including system operators, policymakers, traders, investors and technology leaders.
| Guest | Organisation | Area |
|---|---|---|
| Chris Stark | Clean Power 2030 Mission Control, UK Government | Policy and government |
| Emma Pinchbeck | Climate Change Committee | Policy and government |
| Marzia Zafar | Ofgem | Policy and government |
| Julian Leslie | NESO | System operators and networks |
| Kayte O'Neill | NESO | System operators and networks |
| Wilhelm Kiewitt | 50Hertz Transmission | System operators and networks |
| Peter Stanley | Elexon | System operators and networks |
| Rebecca Sedler | National Grid | System operators and networks |
| Sam Wilson | Cadent | System operators and networks |
| Tom Glover | RWE | Generators and developers |
| Guy Nicholson | Statkraft | Generators and developers |
| Peter Kavanagh | Harmony Energy | Generators and developers |
| Tomasz Sęk | R.Power Renewables | Generators and developers |
| Alex O'Cinneide | Gore Street Capital | Investors and finance |
| Ben Guest | Gresham House | Investors and finance |
| Bryan Long | J.P. Morgan | Investors and finance |
| Chris Kennedy | Miranda Energy | Investors and finance |
| Alex Schoch | Octopus Energy | Traders, suppliers and optimisers |
| Brecht Dierckx | Centrica Energy | Traders, suppliers and optimisers |
| Aleksandra Radwańska and Jan Kłoczko | Entrix | Traders, suppliers and optimisers |
| Joe McDonald | Tem Energy | Traders, suppliers and optimisers |
| Zach Dell | Base Power | Technology |
| Ben Braun | Fluence | Technology |
| Marek Kubik | Battery storage expert | Technology |
| Nat Bullard | Formerly BloombergNEF | Analysts and commentators |
| Simon Evans | Carbon Brief | Analysts and commentators |
| Seb Kennedy | Energy Flux | Analysts and commentators |
| Iola Hughes | Benchmark Minerals | Analysts and commentators |
| Ed Conway | Sky News | Analysts and commentators |
| Pablo Martinez Serrano | Modo Energy | Analysts and commentators |
| Carmen Izquierdo Serrano | nTeaser | Analysts and commentators |
| Catherine Cleary | Roadnight Taylor | Analysts and commentators |
"The people building the energy system rarely get an hour to explain how it actually works. Transmission gives them that time."
- Ed Porter, Director of Europe, Modo Energy
Ask Ko:
How fast is Transmission growing?
Transmission has passed nearly 1.5 million views and plays across YouTube, Apple Podcasts and Spotify (October 2026). YouTube views have grown every year since its first videos went up in October 2022, from 29,376 in 2023 to 494,831 in 2026 so far. Podcast plays have grown every year too. Spotify plays rose from about 40,300 in 2023 to 123,600 in 2025, and Apple Podcasts plays from 40,565 to 88,352 (YouTube Studio, Apple Podcasts Connect, Spotify for Creators).
Views rose 295% in 2024 and 76% in 2025. By 12 October 2026, YouTube views were already 142% above the whole of 2025.
| Year | YouTube views, Transmission playlist | Apple Podcasts plays | Spotify plays |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | 169 | 14,162 | 9,000 |
| 2023 | 29,376 | 40,565 | 40,300 |
| 2024 | 116,103 | 63,873 | 64,300 |
| 2025 | 204,503 | 88,352 | 123,600 |
| 2026 (to 12 October) | 494,831 | 70,606 | 117,400 |
| All time | 844,982 | 286,216 | 354,600 |
YouTube views cover videos in the Transmission playlist from October 2022, when the first videos went up. Apple Podcasts plays are from March 2022. Spotify plays are rounded to the nearest 100 (YouTube Studio, Apple Podcasts Connect, Spotify for Creators).
| Date | Modo Energy YouTube subscribers | Gained that year |
|---|---|---|
| End of 2022 | 441 | – |
| End of 2023 | 3,722 | +3,281 |
| End of 2024 | 10,915 | +7,193 |
| End of 2025 | 18,078 | +7,163 |
| 12 October 2026 | 27,653 | +9,575 |
Who listens to Transmission?
Transmission is made for anyone who wants to understand the shift to a clean energy system. Its core audience is the people who build, fund, trade and regulate power systems, alongside lawyers, financiers and members of the public following the energy transition.
| Audience | Why they listen |
|---|---|
| BESS and renewables developers | Revenue outlooks, grid connections, market entry |
| Investors and lenders | Business models, revenue stacking, financing structures |
| Traders and optimisers | Price dynamics, ancillary services, trading strategy |
| Utilities and system operators | Grid stability, network planning, flexibility |
| Policymakers and analysts | Market design, net zero pathways, regulation |
| Lawyers and advisers | Contract structures, regulation, deal activity |
| Anyone curious about the energy transition | How the power system works, and what a clean energy future means for bills, jobs and the grid |
How do I pitch a guest for Transmission?
Email podcast@modoenergy.com with the proposed guest, a two-line angle and why it matters now. Transmission does not accept paid placements.
Why come on Transmission: our most-watched episode has passed 170,000 views, and Transmission has nearly 1.5 million views and plays across YouTube, Spotify and Apple Podcasts. Listeners range from industry experts to people new to energy, and the long-form format gives guests the time to explain their work properly.
Topics Transmission covers: power markets, batteries, wind, solar, data centres, grids and networks, energy policy, project finance, supply chains and gas.
Transmission looks for:
- Engineers: people who are close to the real projects and can talk about what's working and what's not
- Debate-worthy views: a clear position that challenges industry consensus, backed by data or first-hand experience
- Proven track record: guests who have delivered notable projects, not ideas still in development
- Experienced voices who bring real insight, not a sales pitch
Every episode is distributed on YouTube, Spotify, Apple Podcasts, the Modo Energy Terminal and Modo Energy's LinkedIn.
How can I search every Transmission episode?
Ko, Modo Energy's AI assistant, can search every Transmission episode. Ask Ko about a topic, guest or market, and it returns the relevant episodes and what was said.
With more than 270 episodes since 2022, Ko is the fastest way to find what you need. Analysts use it to research a new market. Investors use it to hear what developers and optimisers have said about revenues and risk. People new to energy use it to find a clear starting point on a topic.
Ask Ko:
You can also browse every episode directly:
- Modo Energy Terminal: the Transmission library, with each episode linked to related Modo Energy research
- YouTube: the Transmission playlist on the Modo Energy channel, in full video
- Spotify: Transmission on Spotify, in audio and video
- Apple Podcasts: Transmission on Apple Podcasts, in audio
Frequently asked questions
What is the Transmission podcast?
Transmission is Modo Energy's weekly podcast on power markets, battery energy storage and the energy transition, hosted by Ed Porter.
How many episodes of Transmission are there?
Transmission has published more than 270 episodes since launching in February 2022.
Who hosts Transmission?
Ed Porter, Director of Europe at Modo Energy.
What is the most-watched Transmission episode?
Why Batteries Are Changing Faster Than the Industry Expected, with Marek Kubik, at 172,413 views (YouTube, October 2026).
Is there a podcast about European power markets?
Yes. Transmission covers European power and storage markets, with dedicated episodes on Germany, Spain, Poland and Italy alongside Great Britain.
Is Transmission suitable for people new to energy markets?
Yes. Start with the beginner episode listed above, or ask Ko to recommend episodes on a topic.
Where can I listen to Transmission?
| Platform | Format |
|---|---|
| YouTube | Video |
| Spotify | Audio and video |
| Apple Podcasts | Audio |
| Modo Energy Terminal | Video, with research links |
How do I appear on Transmission?
Email podcast@modoenergy.com with the proposed guest, the angle and why it matters now. Transmission does not accept paid guest appearances.
How can I search past Transmission episodes?
Through Ko, Modo Energy's AI assistant, which searches every Transmission episode. Every episode is also listed in the Transmission library on the Modo Energy Terminal.
About the author
Ysabelle Swan is Content Marketing Lead at Modo Energy. She leads content distribution for Great Britain and Europe and is Producer of Transmission.
For every Transmission episode and the research behind it, explore the Modo Energy Terminal or ask Ko, Modo Energy's AI assistant.
