As tensions around the Strait of Hormuz escalate and energy markets face renewed uncertainty, Alex Wolfe explores whether Alaska could offer part of the answer. The episode begins with Alaska Governor Mike Dunleavy before moving to the Atlantic Council's 10th Global Energy Forum, where policymakers and industry leaders discuss the future of global energy security.

Joining the conversation are Governor Dunleavy, Repsol CEO Josu Jon Imaz and former US Energy Secretary Dan Brouillette, who examine why secure shipping routes, regulatory certainty and long-term investment are becoming just as important as the resources themselves.

The discussion comes as Repsol announces a $3 billion investment in Alaska, highlighting growing confidence in the state's strategic role. As governments and investors rethink global supply chains, the episode asks whether Alaska could become one of the world's most important and dependable energy hubs.

Many thanks to Atlantic Council for providing us with the footage of 'Day 1 — Energy Stage - Imaz and Dunleavy Session' from their 10th Global Energy Forum

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BIOGRAPHY

Governor Mike Dunleavy arrived in Alaska in 1983. He obtained a Master of Education degree from the University of Alaska Fairbanks and worked as a teacher, principal, and superintendent for nearly two decades.

Dunleavy and his family moved to Wasilla in 2004, where he owned an educational consulting firm and worked on several projects statewide. He served on the Mat-Su Borough School Board, with two years as Board President, and then as a state senator for five years. Dunleavy was first elected Governor in 2018 and then again in 2022, making him the first Republican Governor in Alaska to win re-election since 1978. Through challenges, Governor Dunleavy has kept the health of the economy and jobs at the forefront of his Administration. He spent nearly two decades in northwest Arctic communities working as a teacher, principal and superintendent.

ABOUT THE HOST

Host Alex Wolfe has over 20 years of experience in the energy industry, including previously serving as Commercial Director at Certas Energy and Director of the South, with responsibility for 900 fuel HGVs. In addition, he has led M&A activity, ran Hollies Truck Stop, and was a Director of the 5th largest fuel company in the UK. Currently, Alex not only hosts the Wolfe Power Club Podcast but also chairs The Spectator Energy Summit.

Season Two is in Partnership with The Spectator

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Recorded at Studio 55 - which has produced podcasts, including Breaking the Taboo with Theo Clarke and The ABTO Podcast

The 75th edition of the Statistical Review of World Energy, published by the Energy Institute, isn’t just another report. It’s one of the key benchmarks for understanding how the global energy system is actually evolving. In this episode, Energy Institute CEO Dr Nick Wayth joins host Alex Wolfe to unpack what the data is really showing beneath the headlines.

The picture isn’t a simple shift to renewables. Solar and wind are growing quickly, and low-carbon power is now meeting all new electricity demand. But overall energy demand is still rising, driven by AI, data centres, cooling, aviation and broader global growth.

That’s where the tension lies. Energy security is back at the top of the agenda and different regions are taking very different paths including: China’s rapid electrification, US gas and data center expansion and Europe’s grid constraints. The real question now isn’t just what we build, but whether we can build fast enough to keep up.

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Dr Nick Wayth has spent his career helping navigate the changing world of energy. As Chief Executive of the Energy Institute, he works with professionals across the sector to support the transition to a more sustainable energy system.

Before joining the Institute, Nick spent over two decades at BP, working across both conventional and low-carbon energy sectors. is an esteemed energy sector leader who serves as the Chief Executive Officer of the Energy Institute (EI), a major global professional body for the energy industry.

RESOURCES

Energy Institute: https://www.energyinst.org/home

Statistical Review of World Energy 2026 Report: https://www.energyinst.org/statistical-review

ABOUT THE HOST

Host Alex Wolfe has over 20 years of experience in the energy industry, including previously serving as Commercial Director at Certas Energy and Director of the South, with responsibility for 900 fuel HGVs. In addition, he has led M&A activity, ran Hollies Truck Stop, and was a Director of the 5th largest fuel company in the UK. Currently, Alex not only hosts the Wolfe Power Club Podcast but also chairs The Spectator Energy Summit.

Season Two is in Partnership with The Spectator

Tickets for the upcoming The Spectator Energy Summit, on Monday 30th November 2026, are available on sale. Use code: WPC50 for 50% off your purchase

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What does a €100 million investment tell us about the future of energy in Ukraine?

In this episode of the Wolfe Power Club, our host Alex Wolfe sits down with DTEK CEO Maxim Timchenko following the signing of a landmark partnership between DTEK and Octopus Energy during London Climate Action Week.

The conversation explores why Ukraine has become one of the world's most important proving grounds for energy resilience, how distributed solar and battery storage are strengthening the country's energy system and why innovation is happening at a pace rarely seen elsewhere in Europe.

The episode also features Philip Steele, Future Technologies Evangelist at Octopus Energy, who shares his insights on Octopus' Kraken platform, microgrids, heat pumps, flexible tariffs and the technologies shaping the next phase of the energy transition.

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Maxim Timchenko is the CEO of DTEK Group, having led the company since its foundation in 2005. DTEK has grown to become Ukraine’s largest private energy group, with a presence in eight European countries. Since the invasion in 2022, Timchenko has directed the rebuilding of destroyed energy infrastructure and fast-tracked new, more resilient energy assets in pursuit of greater energy security. DTEK has spent over €15 billion on repairs and investments to become the country’s biggest wartime investor.

Philip Steele is the Future Technologies Evangelist at Octopus Energy. He leads an international R&D team dedicated to inventing, testing, and launching disruptive energy innovations. His work focuses on shifting to a greener grid through smart home tech, dynamic time-of-use tariffs, and whole-home electrification.

ABOUT THE HOST

Host Alex Wolfe has over 20 years of experience in the energy industry, including previously serving as Commercial Director at Certas Energy and Director of the South, with responsibility for 900 fuel HGVs. In addition, he has led M&A activity, ran Hollies Truck Stop, and was a Director of the 5th largest fuel company in the UK. Currently, Alex not only hosts the Wolfe Power Club Podcast but also chairs The Spectator Energy Summit.

Season Two is in Partnership with The Spectator

Tickets for the upcoming The Spectator Energy Summit, on Monday 30th November 2026, are available on sale. Use code: WPC50 for 50% off your purchase

If you would like to partner with The Spectator Energy Summit, please contact Alex on LinkedIn or emilia@wolfepowerclub.com

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Recorded at Studio 55 - which has produced podcasts, including Breaking the Taboo with Theo Clarke and The ABTO Podcast