Deborah Bynum
@dbynum.bsky.social
Communications Associate at RAP (Regulatory Assistance Project) and passionate player of African drums. Care about clean energy, transport & future, great music, books & food, kindness.
All posts and opinions expressed are mine.
All posts and opinions expressed are mine.
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If you’re at #Enlit in Bilbao today, come hear me discuss these findings and recommendations (in EVision panel “Plugging into Potential: Unleashing the untapped flexibility of EVs”) at Hall 3, Mobility Hub at 10 AM !
November 19, 2025 at 8:29 AM
If you’re at #Enlit in Bilbao today, come hear me discuss these findings and recommendations (in EVision panel “Plugging into Potential: Unleashing the untapped flexibility of EVs”) at Hall 3, Mobility Hub at 10 AM !
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🚨RAP is thrilled to officially introduce our Council of Commissioners!
This peer group will leverage former regulators’ expertise to unlock affordable energy for Americans. See our full announcement: bit.ly/47MVLjf
This peer group will leverage former regulators’ expertise to unlock affordable energy for Americans. See our full announcement: bit.ly/47MVLjf
November 6, 2025 at 4:50 PM
🚨RAP is thrilled to officially introduce our Council of Commissioners!
This peer group will leverage former regulators’ expertise to unlock affordable energy for Americans. See our full announcement: bit.ly/47MVLjf
This peer group will leverage former regulators’ expertise to unlock affordable energy for Americans. See our full announcement: bit.ly/47MVLjf
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I'm delighted to share our new Clean Heat Policy Tracker, an initiative led by @regassistproj.bsky.social via the Clean Heat Forum). www.raponline.org/toolkit/clea...
Clean Heat Policy Tracker
Table of Contents Acknowledgements The Clean Heat Policy Tracker 2025 was designed and authored by Duncan Gibb and Richard Lowes (Regulatory Assistance Project/Clean Heat Forum). Chiara Delmastro (Int...
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November 5, 2025 at 3:09 PM
I'm delighted to share our new Clean Heat Policy Tracker, an initiative led by @regassistproj.bsky.social via the Clean Heat Forum). www.raponline.org/toolkit/clea...
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In less than 3h 👇
You don’t get to brief all 27 EU energy ministers every day (or at least I don't).
In a rare step for the Council of Energy Ministers, I was asked to deliver an expert intervention on industrial electrification at the Energy Council on 20 Oct.
Livestream: video.consilium.europa.eu/event/en/28169
In a rare step for the Council of Energy Ministers, I was asked to deliver an expert intervention on industrial electrification at the Energy Council on 20 Oct.
Livestream: video.consilium.europa.eu/event/en/28169
October 20, 2025 at 6:37 AM
In less than 3h 👇
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⚡ Europe’s clean energy transition can only move as fast as its electricity grids.
But outdated regulation and limited oversight are slowing things down. RAP and @beyondfossilfuels.bsky.social propose two urgent reforms for national governments to make grids fit for the energy transition.👇
But outdated regulation and limited oversight are slowing things down. RAP and @beyondfossilfuels.bsky.social propose two urgent reforms for national governments to make grids fit for the energy transition.👇
https://www.raponline.org/blog/better-oversight-better-foresight/👇
October 7, 2025 at 2:23 PM
⚡ Europe’s clean energy transition can only move as fast as its electricity grids.
But outdated regulation and limited oversight are slowing things down. RAP and @beyondfossilfuels.bsky.social propose two urgent reforms for national governments to make grids fit for the energy transition.👇
But outdated regulation and limited oversight are slowing things down. RAP and @beyondfossilfuels.bsky.social propose two urgent reforms for national governments to make grids fit for the energy transition.👇
Wouldn't we all like to pay less for electricity?
My RAP colleagues share strategies to achieve this critical goal to drive electrification, increase competitiveness of industry & reduce fossil fuel imports.
Short on time? Check out 8 priority actions to make electricity cheaper
bit.ly/4mCZ41O
My RAP colleagues share strategies to achieve this critical goal to drive electrification, increase competitiveness of industry & reduce fossil fuel imports.
Short on time? Check out 8 priority actions to make electricity cheaper
bit.ly/4mCZ41O
NEW RESEARCH #2: The future energy bill is an electricity bill.
We must Make Electricity Cheaper for households, businesses and industry
In a 2nd paper out today, @duncangibb.net, Sam Thomas & I look at reducing & redistributing tax & levies added to electricity prices. tinyurl.com/2nbvydp8
We must Make Electricity Cheaper for households, businesses and industry
In a 2nd paper out today, @duncangibb.net, Sam Thomas & I look at reducing & redistributing tax & levies added to electricity prices. tinyurl.com/2nbvydp8
Making electricity cheaper: Redistributing policy costs for affordable household heat electrification
Affordable electrification relies on affordable electricity. Nuanced price reform will best equip decision-makers for success.
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September 29, 2025 at 12:41 PM
Wouldn't we all like to pay less for electricity?
My RAP colleagues share strategies to achieve this critical goal to drive electrification, increase competitiveness of industry & reduce fossil fuel imports.
Short on time? Check out 8 priority actions to make electricity cheaper
bit.ly/4mCZ41O
My RAP colleagues share strategies to achieve this critical goal to drive electrification, increase competitiveness of industry & reduce fossil fuel imports.
Short on time? Check out 8 priority actions to make electricity cheaper
bit.ly/4mCZ41O
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The brilliant Regulatory Assistance Project (RAP) is looking for two UK based people to join our team as HR assistant and people operations coordinator. Please share. www.raponline.org/who-we-are/c...
Careers
Are you ready to put your passion for a cleaner energy future to work? Join the RAP team. RAP is seeking collaborators who are enthusiastic about clean energy. We’re looking for curiosity, humor and i...
www.raponline.org
September 24, 2025 at 1:13 PM
The brilliant Regulatory Assistance Project (RAP) is looking for two UK based people to join our team as HR assistant and people operations coordinator. Please share. www.raponline.org/who-we-are/c...
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We're #hiring! We have two new positions open in the UK: a human resources assistant and a people operations coordinator. Check them both out here:
www.raponline.org/who-we-are/c...
www.raponline.org/who-we-are/c...
Careers
Are you ready to put your passion for a cleaner energy future to work? Join the RAP team. RAP is seeking collaborators who are enthusiastic about clean energy. We’re looking for curiosity, humor and i...
www.raponline.org
September 23, 2025 at 6:17 PM
We're #hiring! We have two new positions open in the UK: a human resources assistant and a people operations coordinator. Check them both out here:
www.raponline.org/who-we-are/c...
www.raponline.org/who-we-are/c...
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Decarbonising industry - after 2 days strategising with partners I have some take aways:
1. #Electrification is THE no regrets option* to decarb European industry. ⚡is useful in all sectors. It may not offer full solution for some heavy industry, it does for most process heat. tinyurl.com/3c7h24bs
1. #Electrification is THE no regrets option* to decarb European industry. ⚡is useful in all sectors. It may not offer full solution for some heavy industry, it does for most process heat. tinyurl.com/3c7h24bs
September 10, 2025 at 12:21 PM
Decarbonising industry - after 2 days strategising with partners I have some take aways:
1. #Electrification is THE no regrets option* to decarb European industry. ⚡is useful in all sectors. It may not offer full solution for some heavy industry, it does for most process heat. tinyurl.com/3c7h24bs
1. #Electrification is THE no regrets option* to decarb European industry. ⚡is useful in all sectors. It may not offer full solution for some heavy industry, it does for most process heat. tinyurl.com/3c7h24bs
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Climate Week NYC is coming up! 🌍
On Sept. 23, RAP CEO @katherinehdixon.bsky.social will join the Crux Alliance panel “The Hidden Hero of Climate Action: The Heat Pump Story” alongside global experts.
📅 Sept. 23, 3–4:30 p.m.
📍 Motto by Hilton Chelsea, NYC
Details + RSVP: bit.ly/466kZbq
On Sept. 23, RAP CEO @katherinehdixon.bsky.social will join the Crux Alliance panel “The Hidden Hero of Climate Action: The Heat Pump Story” alongside global experts.
📅 Sept. 23, 3–4:30 p.m.
📍 Motto by Hilton Chelsea, NYC
Details + RSVP: bit.ly/466kZbq
September 4, 2025 at 5:47 PM
Climate Week NYC is coming up! 🌍
On Sept. 23, RAP CEO @katherinehdixon.bsky.social will join the Crux Alliance panel “The Hidden Hero of Climate Action: The Heat Pump Story” alongside global experts.
📅 Sept. 23, 3–4:30 p.m.
📍 Motto by Hilton Chelsea, NYC
Details + RSVP: bit.ly/466kZbq
On Sept. 23, RAP CEO @katherinehdixon.bsky.social will join the Crux Alliance panel “The Hidden Hero of Climate Action: The Heat Pump Story” alongside global experts.
📅 Sept. 23, 3–4:30 p.m.
📍 Motto by Hilton Chelsea, NYC
Details + RSVP: bit.ly/466kZbq
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New in the Power System Blueprint: "Aligning business models with public interest" by @patozsu.bsky.social.
Revenue regulation needs to evolve to serve both consumers and climate goals. Smarter use of existing grids can cut costs and reduce the need for large-scale buildout.
🔗 bit.ly/4nd6Ekn
Revenue regulation needs to evolve to serve both consumers and climate goals. Smarter use of existing grids can cut costs and reduce the need for large-scale buildout.
🔗 bit.ly/4nd6Ekn
Aligning business models with public interest — Rethinking revenue regulation for network companies: A Power System Blueprint deep dive
This Power System Blueprint deep dive examines how revenue regulation needs to evolve to better align with both consumer interests and climate goals.
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September 5, 2025 at 1:09 PM
New in the Power System Blueprint: "Aligning business models with public interest" by @patozsu.bsky.social.
Revenue regulation needs to evolve to serve both consumers and climate goals. Smarter use of existing grids can cut costs and reduce the need for large-scale buildout.
🔗 bit.ly/4nd6Ekn
Revenue regulation needs to evolve to serve both consumers and climate goals. Smarter use of existing grids can cut costs and reduce the need for large-scale buildout.
🔗 bit.ly/4nd6Ekn
"Solar power is already providing the “cheapest electricity in history” and is expected to play a pivotal role in the global transition away from fossil fuels."
Yes and let's take a look at the facts. Thank you, @carbonbrief.org
Yes and let's take a look at the facts. Thank you, @carbonbrief.org
HOT OFF THE PRESS: @carbonbrief.org's new solar myth-buster debunks 16 common claims—“farmland destruction,” “higher bills,” “wildlife harm,” and more. D
Data-rich, evidence-based, easy to navigate.
interactive.carbonbrief.org/factcheck/so...
Data-rich, evidence-based, easy to navigate.
interactive.carbonbrief.org/factcheck/so...
Factcheck: 16 misleading myths about solar
Carbon Brief factchecks 16 of the most common myths about solar power
interactive.carbonbrief.org
August 28, 2025 at 3:13 PM
"Solar power is already providing the “cheapest electricity in history” and is expected to play a pivotal role in the global transition away from fossil fuels."
Yes and let's take a look at the facts. Thank you, @carbonbrief.org
Yes and let's take a look at the facts. Thank you, @carbonbrief.org
Learn more about how smart charging can reduce emissions, support efficiency & use of renewables in power grid and lower costs.
@regassistproj.bsky.social shares methods for unlocking those benefits based on case studies in Europe, the U.S., China & India + a global report sharing lessons learned.
@regassistproj.bsky.social shares methods for unlocking those benefits based on case studies in Europe, the U.S., China & India + a global report sharing lessons learned.
For the fourth post in our August Reading Series, we’re taking a global view of smart EV charging.
RAP and @theicct.org studied the US, Europe, India & China to see how EV charging flexibility can cut costs, reduce fossil use & integrate more renewables.
🔗 www.raponline.org/knowledge-ce...
RAP and @theicct.org studied the US, Europe, India & China to see how EV charging flexibility can cut costs, reduce fossil use & integrate more renewables.
🔗 www.raponline.org/knowledge-ce...
How to unlock benefits from smart EV charging: Key lessons from a global study
This global guide from RAP summarizes key insights from four case studies to estimate the benefits of smart EV charging.
www.raponline.org
August 19, 2025 at 1:10 PM
Learn more about how smart charging can reduce emissions, support efficiency & use of renewables in power grid and lower costs.
@regassistproj.bsky.social shares methods for unlocking those benefits based on case studies in Europe, the U.S., China & India + a global report sharing lessons learned.
@regassistproj.bsky.social shares methods for unlocking those benefits based on case studies in Europe, the U.S., China & India + a global report sharing lessons learned.
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Help needed: I'm looking for the best case studies of governments around the world actively reducing the (relative) price of electricity for households (ideally to actively support electrification). So far I have Germany, The Netherlands, Massachusetts, Sweden, Denmark. Thx
August 19, 2025 at 11:32 AM
Help needed: I'm looking for the best case studies of governments around the world actively reducing the (relative) price of electricity for households (ideally to actively support electrification). So far I have Germany, The Netherlands, Massachusetts, Sweden, Denmark. Thx
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Up next in our August Reading Series: A look at how AI and data centers are reshaping electricity demand, and what that means for regulators.
AI isn’t just powering daily tasks. It’s driving rapid load growth and could also become a powerful grid tool.
www.raponline.org/blog/were-op...
AI isn’t just powering daily tasks. It’s driving rapid load growth and could also become a powerful grid tool.
www.raponline.org/blog/were-op...
We’re Opening the AI "Bottle." So, What Should Regulators Wish For?
Policymakers and regulators are still trying to understand the nuances of artificial intelligence (AI) and its potentially large impacts on the electric grid. Setting the stage in the first of a serie...
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August 5, 2025 at 6:13 PM
Up next in our August Reading Series: A look at how AI and data centers are reshaping electricity demand, and what that means for regulators.
AI isn’t just powering daily tasks. It’s driving rapid load growth and could also become a powerful grid tool.
www.raponline.org/blog/were-op...
AI isn’t just powering daily tasks. It’s driving rapid load growth and could also become a powerful grid tool.
www.raponline.org/blog/were-op...
Denmark's targeted policies and investments have delivered impressive results — not only to advance district heating but also to help meet climate goals.
More from @soxenaar.bsky.social 👇
More from @soxenaar.bsky.social 👇
☀️As summer rolls along, we’re revisiting some of our 2025 publications. We're covering a few pieces you may have missed, just in time to wrap up your summer reading.
First up: a look at Denmark’s approach to district heating.
bit.ly/3GSJ4dv
First up: a look at Denmark’s approach to district heating.
bit.ly/3GSJ4dv
Making Europe’s homes ‘Hygge’: Danish lessons on district heating
Denmark has steadily advanced district heating over decades. RAP explores the lessons policymakers can learn from the nation's experience.
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August 4, 2025 at 1:03 PM
Denmark's targeted policies and investments have delivered impressive results — not only to advance district heating but also to help meet climate goals.
More from @soxenaar.bsky.social 👇
More from @soxenaar.bsky.social 👇
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Good morning with good news: Solar and wind globally generated a record 471 TWh in May 2025 or 19.3% of the world's electricity!
Global S&W Generation in May
2025 471 TWh
2024 400 TWh
2023 360 TWh
2022 311 TWh
2021 267 TWh
2020 214 TWh
2019 188 TWh
It skyrocketed 154% since 2019. Wow!
#energysky
Global S&W Generation in May
2025 471 TWh
2024 400 TWh
2023 360 TWh
2022 311 TWh
2021 267 TWh
2020 214 TWh
2019 188 TWh
It skyrocketed 154% since 2019. Wow!
#energysky
August 4, 2025 at 12:51 PM
#TheJolt digs into advancing district heating AND cooling systems in Europe. Learn more in just 15 min.
@smorgan.bsky.social & @soxenaar.bsky.social discuss importance of policy framework requiring
- in-depth local heat planning
- fair pricing
- decarb and efficiency criteria for funding
@smorgan.bsky.social & @soxenaar.bsky.social discuss importance of policy framework requiring
- in-depth local heat planning
- fair pricing
- decarb and efficiency criteria for funding
Here's today's update on the #energytransition from @smorgan.bsky.social. @soxenaar.bsky.social talks DHC.
Then get the latest headlines, including:
🇭🇷 Croatia’s €800m for geothermal & hydrogen.
🇺🇸 The US seeking to overturn a crucial climate ruling.
🇩🇰 Denmark’s €36 million for SAFs.
#TheJolt
Then get the latest headlines, including:
🇭🇷 Croatia’s €800m for geothermal & hydrogen.
🇺🇸 The US seeking to overturn a crucial climate ruling.
🇩🇰 Denmark’s €36 million for SAFs.
#TheJolt
In Wednesday’s episode of The Jolt, Sam looks at what Europe needs to do to install more district heating and cooling, plus the United States government targets another crucial piece of climate legislation
Listen now: foresightmedia.com/story/suoHJC...
@smorgan.bsky.social
Listen now: foresightmedia.com/story/suoHJC...
@smorgan.bsky.social
July 30, 2025 at 3:29 PM
#TheJolt digs into advancing district heating AND cooling systems in Europe. Learn more in just 15 min.
@smorgan.bsky.social & @soxenaar.bsky.social discuss importance of policy framework requiring
- in-depth local heat planning
- fair pricing
- decarb and efficiency criteria for funding
@smorgan.bsky.social & @soxenaar.bsky.social discuss importance of policy framework requiring
- in-depth local heat planning
- fair pricing
- decarb and efficiency criteria for funding
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What is electro-thermal energy storage, and how does it support industrial decarbonisation? Short thread based on a briefing we published earlier this summer 🧵
Link: www.raponline.org/knowledge-ce...
Link: www.raponline.org/knowledge-ce...
Flexing industrial muscle: Electrifying process heat with electro-thermal energy storage
European industry is a very large user of heat: around 1,900 TWh each year for a range of low- to high-temperature processes. Electrification of this RAP analyses the opportunities and benefits associ...
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July 30, 2025 at 1:20 PM
What is electro-thermal energy storage, and how does it support industrial decarbonisation? Short thread based on a briefing we published earlier this summer 🧵
Link: www.raponline.org/knowledge-ce...
Link: www.raponline.org/knowledge-ce...
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A historic turning point for clean heating in Europe? For the first time, sales of new heat pumps in Germany have surpassed those of gas boilers.
www.bloomberg.com/news/article...
www.bloomberg.com/news/article...
Heat Pump Sales Top Gas Boilers in Germany for the First Time
Sales of heat pumps in Germany surpassed gas boilers for the first time as a ban on dirty heating systems forces a shift to cleaner energy.
www.bloomberg.com
July 25, 2025 at 3:10 PM
A historic turning point for clean heating in Europe? For the first time, sales of new heat pumps in Germany have surpassed those of gas boilers.
www.bloomberg.com/news/article...
www.bloomberg.com/news/article...
If you want a new challenge and care deeply about advancing the transition to clean energy and transport, RAP (@regassistproj.bsky.social) may be looking for you.
Check out the exciting opportunities here:
www.raponline.org/who-we-are/c...
Check out the exciting opportunities here:
www.raponline.org/who-we-are/c...
Careers
Are you ready to put your passion for a cleaner energy future to work? Join the RAP team. RAP is seeking collaborators who are enthusiastic about clean energy. We’re looking for curiosity, humor and i...
www.raponline.org
July 21, 2025 at 2:01 PM
If you want a new challenge and care deeply about advancing the transition to clean energy and transport, RAP (@regassistproj.bsky.social) may be looking for you.
Check out the exciting opportunities here:
www.raponline.org/who-we-are/c...
Check out the exciting opportunities here:
www.raponline.org/who-we-are/c...
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Smart charging & renewable⚡are made for each other 💗. How to ensure they couple? Enter the Renewable Energy Directive as unlikely dating agency
RED has a credit mech for using renewable⚡ to charge EVs. Jaap helps authorities make sure they swipe right, identifying practical ways to make love bloom.
RED has a credit mech for using renewable⚡ to charge EVs. Jaap helps authorities make sure they swipe right, identifying practical ways to make love bloom.
Linking EV charging and renewables in location and time unleashes additional benefits for the energy transition. How can we make the most of existing data and tools like smart charging?
In my new @regassistproj.bsky.social brief, I explore the EU's REDIII and how countries can take the next step.
In my new @regassistproj.bsky.social brief, I explore the EU's REDIII and how countries can take the next step.
July 15, 2025 at 11:35 AM
Smart charging & renewable⚡are made for each other 💗. How to ensure they couple? Enter the Renewable Energy Directive as unlikely dating agency
RED has a credit mech for using renewable⚡ to charge EVs. Jaap helps authorities make sure they swipe right, identifying practical ways to make love bloom.
RED has a credit mech for using renewable⚡ to charge EVs. Jaap helps authorities make sure they swipe right, identifying practical ways to make love bloom.
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Thrilled to share my new commentary in Nature Reviews Clean Technology, co-authored with @soxenaar.bsky.social of @regassistproj.bsky.social
We argue for electrifying industrial heat in Europe—a game-changer for efficiency, resilience, and competitiveness.
Full version here rdcu.be/evPO0
We argue for electrifying industrial heat in Europe—a game-changer for efficiency, resilience, and competitiveness.
Full version here rdcu.be/evPO0
July 12, 2025 at 7:50 AM
Thrilled to share my new commentary in Nature Reviews Clean Technology, co-authored with @soxenaar.bsky.social of @regassistproj.bsky.social
We argue for electrifying industrial heat in Europe—a game-changer for efficiency, resilience, and competitiveness.
Full version here rdcu.be/evPO0
We argue for electrifying industrial heat in Europe—a game-changer for efficiency, resilience, and competitiveness.
Full version here rdcu.be/evPO0
Starting in one hour! Learn about the role of smart charging in advancing fleet electrification.
If you're unable to attend the live session, all registrants will receive the recording.
If you're unable to attend the live session, all registrants will receive the recording.
Smart charging for fleet electrification. We’re talking about it tomorrow at the next Electrification Academy.
There is still time to sign up and join the discussion on how smart charging can help companies make the switch to electric.
🗓️ July 10
🔗 raponline-org.zoom.us/webinar/regi...
There is still time to sign up and join the discussion on how smart charging can help companies make the switch to electric.
🗓️ July 10
🔗 raponline-org.zoom.us/webinar/regi...
July 10, 2025 at 12:03 PM
Starting in one hour! Learn about the role of smart charging in advancing fleet electrification.
If you're unable to attend the live session, all registrants will receive the recording.
If you're unable to attend the live session, all registrants will receive the recording.