Summer recommendations for an inspiring holiday!

Whether you’re heading to the beach, hopping on a train or just enjoying a slower pace at work, summer is a great time to unwind and explore new ideas. We’ve put together a fresh batch of recommendations, from inspiring reads to insightful podcasts, all linked to the world of electrification and clean energy.

Books & Reports

  • Head, Hand, Heart – David Goodhart
    A thoughtful look at how societies value different kinds of work and why it’s time to better recognise those working with their hands and hearts. (Fun fact: David Goodhart was a speaker at our 2023 Installers’ Summit!)
  • The Boy Who Harnessed the Wind – William Kamkwamba & Bryan Mealer
    An uplifting true story of a Malawian boy who brought electricity to his village through sheer ingenuity. There’s also a great movie adaptation if you’re more in a film mood.
  • IEA World Energy Investment 2025
    Curious about where global energy investments are heading? This new report highlights major trends and insights for professionals and policymakers.
  • Energy Security in an Insecure World – Ember
    Prefer something shorter and to the point? This report explores how clean energy can boost Europe’s energy security.
  • Decarbonising for Competitiveness – Bruegel
    A smart policy brief offering four ways to reduce Europe’s energy prices while staying on track with climate goals.

Podcasts from around Europe
This summer, we’ve been travelling through Europe via podcasts, with picks from Denmark, the UK and even Finland. Perfect for walks, commutes or lazy afternoons:

  • HØRT! – A podcast by our Danish member TEKNIQ, helping business leaders in the installation sector tackle day-to-day challenges.
  • EnergySmart – By SYNERGI, diving into green energy topics during Denmark’s EU Presidency.
  • Regulating the Electrical Profession – Alan Wilson from SELECT shares his take on the future of the electrical sector in Scotland.
  • Sparks’ Remarks – A behind-the-scenes look at the life of an electrical apprentice in Scotland.
  • Leading the Charge – From ECA and Content With Purpose, this podcast explores how electrical and engineering services are driving the energy transition in the UK.
  • STUL – Urapolkuja sähköalalla – From our Finnish member STUL, this podcast explores the many career paths available in the electrical sector (in Finnish).

And a few extras…

  • Movie: Tesla (2020) – On the life and legacy of the famous inventor.
  • Documentary: Bombshell: The Hedy Lamarr Story (2017) – The fascinating story of the Hollywood star, who was also a brilliant inventor.

We’ve also been sharing these picks on our social media channels throughout the summer, so if you haven’t yet, follow us on LinkedIn and BlueSky for more recommendations!