Lights On alternatives: newsletters like it

24 newsletters in the NewsletterFIT index cover the same topics as Lights On (Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism, Climate Policy and International Trade). The closest matches are The Crucial Years, Le Substack de Alain and Volts. They are ranked by how many topics they share with it, then by publicly shown subscribers.

Updated Nov 14, 2026 · ranked by shared topics, then publicly shown subscribers · methodology

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  1. 1
    The Crucial Years129K subscribers

    SubstackWeekly · last post 7 days ago

    From recent posts: The Crucial Years publishes essays on climate policy, environmental law, and the intersection of AI ethics with labor and infrastructure. It is intended for readers interested in the practical and philosophical…

    Likely audience: Environmental advocates

    1 shared topic

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    Le Substack de Alain110K subscribers

    SubstackEvery two weeks · last post 34 days ago

    Mon Substack personnel

    Likely audience: Small business owners

    1 shared topic

  3. 3
    Volts94K subscribers

    SubstackSeveral times a week · last post 3 days ago

    A newsletter, podcast, & community focused on the technology, politics, and policy of decarbonization. In your inbox once or twice a week.

    Likely audience: Energy policy analysts

    1 shared topic

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    David Gelles29K subscribers

    SubstackMonthly or less · last post Sep 10, 2026

    Author of DIRTBAG BILLIONAIRE and THE MAN WHO BROKE CAPITALISM. Climate correspondent at The New York Times.

    Likely audience: Climate activists

    1 shared topic

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    Energy & Stuff21K subscribers

    SubstackMonthly or less · last post 23 days ago

    From recent posts: Energy & Stuff publishes in-depth essays on Australian energy policy, industrial electrification, and emerging technologies like AI and solar-powered cargo bikes. The publication targets readers interested in climate…

    Likely audience: Energy sector professionals

    1 shared topic

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    Trader Ferg19K subscribers

    SubstackSeveral times a week · last post yesterday

    From recent posts: Trader Ferg publishes weekly macro analysis and market observations from the perspective of a retail trader, covering topics like global flows, energy infrastructure, and private credit. The content mixes deep-dive…

    Likely audience: Portfolio managers

    1 shared topic

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    SubstackSeveral times a week · last post yesterday

    From recent posts: Tracking People's Daily publishes a weekly digest of People's Daily reports covering Chinese political strategy, international diplomacy, and domestic policy. The content focuses on high-level leadership directives…

    Likely audience: Government officials

    1 shared topic

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    The Garay Brief16K subscribers

    SubstackSeveral times a week · last post today

    From recent posts: The Garay Brief publishes monthly data-driven reports on Peru's agricultural and commodity trade, covering export volumes, import statistics, and supply chain logistics for sectors like cocoa, tea, and gold. It serves…

    Likely audience: Supply chain managers

    1 shared topic

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    Human Progress14K subscribers

    SubstackSeveral times a week · last post 4 days ago

    From recent posts: Human Progress publishes a mix of essays, podcast interviews, and a weekly 'Doomslayer' roundup covering topics like AI, economic history, and the philosophy of progress. The publication targets readers interested in…

    Likely audience: policy makers

    1 shared topic

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    Think BRICS12K subscribers

    SubstackDaily · last post 11 days ago

    Explore BRICS & emerging markets with in-depth articles and videos on macroeconomics, geopolitics, tech & society. Unravel global forces & stay ahead.

    Likely audience: Geopolitical analysts

    1 shared topic

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    China Uncensored12K subscribers

    SubstackWeekly · last post 14 days ago

    A weekly China Uncensored newsletter

    Likely audience: China watchers

    1 shared topic

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    Edmond’s Substack10K subscribers

    SubstackEvery two weeks · last post 28 days ago

    From recent posts: Edmond's Substack publishes a rotating mix of hard-hitting political analysis on US-Canada trade and immigration enforcement, alongside satirical military humor and specific case studies on healthcare policy. The…

    Likely audience: Canadian political analysts

    1 shared topic

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    Climate Uncensored10K subscribers

    SubstackMonthly or less · last post Sep 10, 2026

    Periodically posting commentary on climate science and policy.

    Likely audience: Climate scientists

    1 shared topic

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    SubstackEvery two weeks · last post 15 days ago

    From recent posts: The Planet Democracy: Unfiltered North publishes unfiltered political commentary and satirical analysis on Canadian sovereignty, energy policy, and US-Canada relations. The publication targets an audience interested in…

    Likely audience: Investors in infrastructure

    1 shared topic

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    SubstackSeveral times a week · last post yesterday

    From recent posts: Climate-Colored Goggles publishes weekly articles on California climate policy, film reviews, and media analysis. The publication covers specific topics such as ballot measures, solar energy legislation, and the…

    Likely audience: Climate journalists and media professionals

    1 shared topic

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    SubstackMonthly or less · last post 59 days ago

    From recent posts: The Electrotech Revolution publishes data-driven reports and analysis on the global transition to electrification, focusing on energy storage, AI infrastructure, and the economic shifts in emerging markets. The…

    Likely audience: Policy makers and government officials

    1 shared topic

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    SubstackDaily · last post 11 days ago

    From recent posts: David Blackmon's Energy Additions publishes weekly reports on global energy markets, infrastructure disruptions, and policy litigation for an audience of industry professionals and policy analysts. The publication mixes…

    Likely audience: Energy sector professionals

    1 shared topic

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    Central Air6K subscribers

    SubstackEvery two weeks · last post 17 days ago

    From recent posts: Central Air publishes political podcast episodes and interviews covering legislative reform, energy policy, and political scandals. The content targets readers interested in current political events and policy analysis.

    Likely audience: policy analysts

    1 shared topic

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    International News6K subscribers

    SubstackWeekly · last post 10 days ago

    Em um mundo em constante movimento, é essencial estar a par das principais notícias internacionais. Mas, com a correria do dia a dia, quem tem tempo para filtrar o que realmente importa?

    Likely audience: profissionais de comércio exterior

    1 shared topic

  20. 20

    SubstackEvery two weeks · last post 16 days ago

    Weekly analysis of the future of global infrastructure-for people who finance, build, and govern it. Read in 48 countries

    Likely audience: policy makers

    1 shared topic

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    Climate Drift6K subscribers

    SubstackEvery two weeks · last post 18 days ago

    Your cheat-sheet to climate: Breaking down real solutions, hard numbers, and career moves for operators, founders, and investors who want impact.

    Likely audience: Climate investors

    1 shared topic

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    SubstackSeveral times a week · last post 10 days ago

    From recent posts: Rob Hoogland Tekst & Uitleg publishes Dutch-language opinion columns and cultural commentary spanning politics, immigration, retail, and social issues. The newsletter blends satire, personal reflection, and current…

    Likely audience: opinion column readers

    1 shared topic

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    Climate Club4K subscribers

    SubstackWeekly · last post 11 days ago

    From recent posts: Climate Club Aotearoa publishes weekly newsletters focused on New Zealand's general election, climate policy advocacy, and community organizing. It is for New Zealand residents seeking voter enrollment guidance, local…

    Likely audience: New Zealand voters

    1 shared topic

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    SubstackEvery two weeks · last post 18 days ago

    Climate and Community Institute (CCI) is a progressive climate and economy think tank. We work with movements and progressive policy makers to pass new policy, improve implementation, shift narratives, and deepen…

    Likely audience: policy makers

    1 shared topic

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