Energy Switch

Energy and climate are intertwined, two of the most important topics in the world today. Yet viewers know very little about them. This show aims to change that. 'Energy Switch' brings together two renowned experts from government, NGOs, academia and industry, with differing perspectives on important energy and climate topics, such as: Could solar and wind power our future? Or could hydrogen be the dominant energy source? Should we have more or less nuclear power? How should we respond to climate change? What policies most effectively reduce emissions? How could we pay for them? These lively discussions and more are moderated by renowned energy scientist and communicator Dr. Scott Tinker. The show is produced, written and directed by Emmy-winning documentary filmmaker Harry Lynch, creator of the celebrated PBS series 'Great Performances: Now Hear This' and 'Stories of the Mind.'

Wed, Jun 3	1:30 P.M.	Solar and Wind: Success Or Failure? NH World (11.3) We hear conflicting information about solar and wind.
Sat, Jun 6	9:00 A.M.	Solar and Wind: Success Or Failure? NH Explore (11.2) We hear conflicting information about solar and wind.
Wed, Jun 10	1:30 P.M.	Senators Talk Energy NH World (11.3) Energy and climate have become increasingly partisan, resulting in slow, or no, political progress.
Sat, Jun 13	9:00 A.M.	Unconventional Wisdom NH Explore (11.2) Our guests argue against conventional wisdom, that oil companies must be part of decarbonization.
Sat, Jun 13	5:30 P.M.	Arctic Climate NHPBS (11.1) The Arctic is warming faster than the rest of the planet.
Wed, Jun 17	1:30 P.M.	Tribal Energy NH World (11.3) There are 10 million Native Americans in the US. Those on reservations are often the last customers on the powerline, getting the worst service at the highest prices.
Sat, Jun 20	9:00 A.M.	Data Centers NH Explore (11.2) Every text, email and social media post. Every digital photo, web search and credit card transaction.
Sat, Jun 20	5:30 P.M.	Shipping, Part 1 NHPBS (11.1) Shipping brings us almost every product, because it's the lowest cost of any transport.
Wed, Jun 24	1:30 P.M.	Public Opinion On Climate NH World (11.3) Two veteran pollsters tell us not what they think, but what we think -- Democrats, Republicans and Independents -- about climate, environment and energy.
Sat, Jun 27	9:00 A.M.	Extreme Weather Part 1 NH Explore (11.2) We often hear that climate change is driving extreme weather.
Sat, Jun 27	5:30 P.M.	Shipping, Part 2 NHPBS (11.1) In part 1, we learned the basics of the industry. Now we look at CO2 emissions and the UN's goals to reduce them, alternative low-carbon fuels, and challenges to adopt those.
Wed, Jul 1	1:30 P.M.	Efficiency and Conservation NH World (11.3) Using less energy saves money, and can even reduce prices.