The Future of Energy Podcast by Hogan Lovells

Turning Crisis into Strategy: The Strait of Hormuz is a critical chokepoint for global energy and trade. In this episode of the Future of Energy podcast, our partners Tobias Faber, Melissa Ordonez, and Randall Walker examine how the current crisis is impacting projects, contracts, and supply chains – and what companies can do now to preserve rights, manage risk, and turn disruption into strategy.  

In this episode of the Future of Energy podcast, Hogan Lovells lawyers Matthias Hirschmann, Megan Ridley-Kaye, Matthew Bubb, Torsten Rosenboom and Romain Marchand from Europe, the US, and Asia came together to examine the global consequences of the closure of the Strait of Hormuz. Recorded during a flagship Future of Energy event in Paris on 15 April, the discussion explores one of the most severe energy market disruptions in decades and its far‑reaching impact on energy security, pricing, inflation, and supply chains worldwide. The panel offers regional perspectives from Europe, the US, and Asia-Pacific, highlighting government responses, shifts in energy policy, and emerging opportunities in renewables, electrification, LNG, and nuclear. Listen to key insights for businesses navigating heightened volatility, geopolitical risk, and the accelerating transformation of the global energy system. Key points: Global energy crisis and geopolitical risk Strait of Hormuz closure impact Energy security and supply chain disruption Global energy market volatility Oil, gas, LNG, and power markets Energy price shocks and inflation

In this episode of the Future of Energy podcast, Jeff Bankston (Vice President and General Manager, Underline Technologies) and David Fritz (Senior Director, Hogan Lovells) explore what it really takes to build smart, connected, resilient communities. From tackling infrastructure bottlenecks to designing fiber networks that serve entire cities, they unpack the challenges and opportunities behind delivering inclusive, future-ready network access for all.

Join us for the first episode of 2026 as Lance Bultena (Global Director of Thought Leadership, Hogan Lovells) and Abigail Hunter (Executive Director, Center for Critical Minerals Strategy, SAFE) delve into the pivotal role of critical minerals in powering modern technologies, energy systems, and global supply chains. This conversation unpacks the shifting geopolitical landscape between the United States, China, and Europe, highlighting how policy decisions and innovation are shaping resilience and sustainability amid ongoing supply chain challenges.

Energizing Change is a four-part mini-series recorded at our Future of Energy event in London, exploring the forces shaping the global energy transition. Hogan Lovells partner Sharon Lewis speaks with Sarah Oliver Scemla, Head of Sustainable & Infrastructure Finance Group at Bank of America, about the challenges and opportunities in energy investment. They explore the critical role of lawyers in sustainable projects and share practical insights for accelerating the global energy transition.

Energizing Change is a four-part mini-series recorded at our Future of Energy event in London, exploring the forces shaping the global energy transition. In this episode, Hogan Lovells partner Torsten Rosenboom joins Gideon Tilburgs, European Managing Director at Equitix, to discuss the unpredictable path to net zero. They spotlight investment opportunities in grid capacity and battery storage, and share how lawyers are driving progress through creative solutions and strong client relationships.

Energizing Change is a four-part mini-series recorded at our Future of Energy event in London, exploring the forces shaping the global energy transition. Hogan Lovells partners Sharon Lewis and Dietmar Helms dive into the financing innovations for renewable energy receivables. Learn how emerging asset classes for securitization are driving investments in solar and heating, and how legal expertise is shaping the future of energy finance.

Energizing Change is a four-part mini-series recorded at our Future of Energy event in London, exploring the forces shaping the global energy transition. What does the energy transition mean for businesses and society? In this episode, partners Matthias Hirschman and Phoebe Wilkinson discuss the real-world challenges and opportunities shaping the future of energy. From the rapid growth of battery storage and data centers to the unpredictable impact of regulation and digitalization, they explore how energy issues are reshaping sectors from automotive to healthcare and technology. The conversation highlights practical strategies for adapting to disruption, fostering innovation, and anticipating what’s next in a complex, evolving landscape.

In this episode of the Future of Energy podcast, Hogan Lovells counsel Stewart Forbes and Porter Wiseman unpack the drivers behind rising U.S. electricity prices. They explore how AI-driven data centers, electrification, and an aging grid are fueling record demand, and examine the role of natural gas, renewables, and regulatory policy in shaping today’s energy transition. The discussion highlights opportunities for innovation and investment in grid modernization, clean energy infrastructure, and emerging technologies – and what these shifts mean for utilities, developers, and consumers navigating the future of energy.

Hogan Lovells partner Chip Cannon and counsel Stewart Forbes explore why U.S. federal lands are becoming the new frontier for AI, data center, and clean energy projects. From permitting shortcuts and regulatory reforms to water, grid, and tribal stakeholder challenges, they unpack the opportunities and risks shaping this fast-moving space - and what it means for developers, communities, and national security.

Alexander Richter, Founder and Strategic Advisor at ThinkGeoEnergy, and Hogan Lovells partner Torsten Rosenboom explore the potential of geothermal energy, its legal and commercial landscape, and how it fits into the future of energy.