Power Trip: The Story of Energy

Premiered April 2020

"Power Trip: The Story of Energy" reveals the energy hidden right in front of our eyes.

"Power Trip: The Story of Energy" uncovers the hidden energy that is embedded in our modern way of life, revealed as the underlying force behind water, food, wealth, cities, transportation and war. Filmed around the world, the six-part documentary series takes viewers on a journey through the past, present and future of energy.

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About the Show

The story of how societies rise and fall can be told by tracing the story of energy. Energy is the secret underlying force that drives the systems of our modern world, but is often invisible to us, hidden right in front of our eyes. "Power Trip: The Story of Energy" explores humanity's most important resource by revealing the energy embedded in our water, food, wealth, cities, transportation and war.

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