29 April 2026

The next episode in a series of podcasts discussing our journey towards net zero.

Global shocks, local impacts

In this episode of the Decarb Discussions podcast, Xoserve’s Orlando Minervino and Poppy Airey, are joined by energy expert David Watson from BFY Group, to examine what the current conflict in the Middle East means for the UK energy system and the lessons policymakers and industry should take forward.

Listen to the podcast

Hear David’s reflections from more than 25 years working across the energy sector as he unpacks how closely the UK gas market is tied to wider geopolitical and macroeconomic events and how these might shape the long-term future of the UK gas sector.

In this episode we discuss:

  • the UK’s exposure to global gas price volatility
  • what the Russia–Ukraine crisis taught us (and what we still haven’t acted on)
  • the energy “trilemma” of security, affordability and decarbonisation
  • the role of low-carbon gases, including biomethane and hydrogen, in reducing long-term price risk
  • gas storage and the future of the UK gas network
  • why data, market governance and system rules need to operate at pace as the energy transition accelerates

If you work in policy, the gas industry, or have an interest in the future of energy, this episode offers valuable insights into current geopolitical events and the gas sector’s role in the energy transition.

 

Decarb Discussions: Dedicated podcasts exploring the road to net zero for the gas industry.

To access our latest episode, or to view a full list of others across the series, click the link below.

Decarb Discussions podcasts

 

Get in touch

To learn more about how Xoserve supports the decarbonisation of gas, make sure you read our DeliveringDecarb monthly newsletter.

If you have any questions, feedback or suggestions for our Decarbonisation Team, please email us. 

Email us

 

 

Share this news article