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Last month, Oil Giant Valero announced it would “restructure, or cease operations” at its Benicia refinery by the end of April 2026, as California transitions away from fossil fuels. The news left city officials, workers and residents scrambling to figure out what to do next. Valero is the city's largest employer and a significant taxpayer, but also a source of pollution.  We talk about the possible closure and what it means for our region. Guests: Julie Small, criminal justice reporter, KQED Severin Borenstein, professor at UC Berkeley's Haas School of Business and a faculty director of The Energy Institute at Haas Josh Sonnenfeld, senior California strategist, BlueGreen Alliance Steve Young, mayor, Benicia Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The EAH team discusses shipping green house gas emissions elimination with Dr. Tristan Smith, who also helps translate some relatively positive developments at the International Maritime Organization (IMO) meeting of the Marine Environment Protection Committee (MEPC) 83 in early April 2025. About Dr. Tristan Smith:Dr. Tristan Smith is a Professor in Energy and Transport at UCL Energy Institute and since 2010, has grown a substantial group focused on modeling and analysis of shipping's efficiency emissions and decarbonisation pathways. He is an author of the 3rd and 4th IMO GHG (International Maritime Organization Green House Gas) Studies. He is a Fellow of the Institute of Marine Engineers, Scientists, and Technologists, through which he attends and participates in IMO GHG debates.About UCL Energy Institute:The University College London (UCL) Energy Institute delivers world-leading learning, research and policy support on the challenges of climate change and energy security.From data analytics to environmental economics, they equip graduates with the tools needed to succeed in a career in energy industry, academia or policy.UCL research combines different approaches to develop tools, models and methods that address global energy challenges. Students and staff have a genuine passion for energy research, cutting carbon emissions and reducing energy demand. --Links:UCL https://www.ucl.ac.uk/bartlett/environment-energy-resources/energy/about/ucl-research-guiding-global-energy-transitionUCL Newsletter https://ucl.us2.list-manage.com/subscribe?u=9c46e9f5e89e162ce6e4df39c&id=4fa6573287

¡Todos nos acordamos de la saga de Mad Max! Un Mundo distópico en el que la gasolina valía más que el agua, la comida…e incluso que la vida de una persona. La pregunta es, ¿de verdad se va a acabar el petróleo? ¿Cuándo? ¿Esteremos preparados? ¿Son la solución los coches eléctricos? … lo llevas claro. Muchas preguntas…a las que vamos a responder… aunque no os gusten las respuestas. ¡Tranquilos! En este vídeo vais a encontrar las respuestas… algunas que a lo mejor no os gustan…. Voy a daros una mala noticia, sobre todo a los “electrohead”: Si piensas que los coches eléctricos son la solución para acabar con la dependencia del petróleo, lo llevas claro, como os decía al comenzar. Un estudio del Energy Institute, una agrupación internacional de ingenieros y expertos en energía dice que, en 2023, último año con estadísticas cerradas, el 82 por ciento de la energía provenía de combustible fósiles. Eso incluye petróleo, por supuesto, un 32 por ciento, gas natural, que no sé si lo esperabas, y alucina, un ¡27 por ciento! del carbón. Sí, en pleno Siglo XXI seguimos quemando carbón para producir electricidad. Y todo ese carbón se utiliza para producir la “limpia” energía eléctrica que mueve nuestros “limpios” coches eléctricos… recordad que, en China, donde se producen el 80 por ciento de las baterías de coches, fabricación que demanda mucha energía, más del 70 por ciento de la electricidad se produce quemando carbón… ¡toma ya ecología! Un dato resumen: Aproximadamente el 75 por ciento de la electricidad producida en el Mundo procede de combustibles fósiles y la mayor parte del petróleo… Así que si se acaba el petróleo… tu coche eléctrico no sé si te servirá de mucho. Pero… ¿cuándo se va a terminar el petróleo? Pocas preguntas generan tanta controversia, porque hay datos de todo tipo. Pero, tranquilos, he buscado y encontrado datos fiables. Te doy una buena noticia: Nunca hemos tenido tanto petróleo como ahora. ¿Cómo es posible? ¿Es que el petróleo se “reproduce”? Obviamente, no. Esta afirmación quiere decir que nunca hemos tenido tantos yacimientos localizados y económicamente viables como ahora. Entre otras cosas porque el avance de la tecnología permite localizar mejor estos yacimientos y hacer rentable su extracción. ¿Sabías que el primer productor de petróleo del Mundo son los EE.UU. de Norteamérica? Casi doblan al segundo, que es Arabia Saudí. En 2021 hablamos de 18,6 barriles de petróleo contra 10,82. Pero podrían producir más… lo que sucede es que les sale más barato importar… pero si el precio sube, yacimientos que ahora no son rentables, lo serían… y los USA podrían incrementar notablemente la producción. Termino otra vez con un dato resumen: Si tenemos en cuenta el aumento de la demanda, el incremento de otras energías alternativas, como la nuclear o las sostenibles y la totalidad de las reservas de petróleo conocidas, en explotación o en reserva, se puede decir que nos queda petróleo para más o menos unos 100 años… Y es que el problema no es que se acabe, el problema es otro: Que lo podamos pagar, porque el petróleo no para de subir, más fruto del incremento de la demanda que de su escasez. Desde el fin de la Segunda Guerra Mundial hasta hoy, ha multiplicado por 50 su precio… pero no, no te asustes, esta cifra no es real. Y os recuerdo algo: Siempre que pensamos en el petróleo pensamos en combustibles… pues te equivocas. Del petróleo se extraen muchos tipos de combustibles, gasolina, diésel y queroseno entre ellos, pero también asfaltos para nuestras calles y carreteras, fertilizantes, pesticidas, lubricantes, incluso componentes para productos de belleza y, ¡muy importante! todo tipo de plásticos. Así que el riesgo no es que se acabe el petróleo, sino que suban los precios. Y ¿estamos preparados? ¿Qué pasaría si subiesen desorbitadamente los precios? Así que nos vamos al futuro… no se ha acabado el petróleo, pero ha multiplicado su precio por 10… no nos hace falta una guerra nuclear, solo un loco poniendo aranceles disparatados, cargándose el mercado mundial, para producir un efecto así… ¿Qué sucedería? Por supuesto la gasolina estaría por las nubes, y nacería un “mercado negro”. Pero es que también la energía eléctrica estaría por las nubes, con lo cual se restringiría de forma brutal el alumbrado en las ciudades… viviríamos en ciudades oscuras, semilla ideal para la delincuencia… El consumo eléctrico sería un lujo… encenderíamos la luz lo justo… adiós a tener un armario a temperaturas bajo cero, que es lo que es un frigorífico. ¿Te gusta la cerveza caliente? Más vale que te acostumbres. El transporte sería muy caro y los viajes en coche se reducirían y en avión… solo para ricos… como era en los años 60. Nuestras ciudades se llenarían de bicicletas, como muchas ciudades del llamado “tercer mundo” … que es en lo que se convertirían la mayor parte de los países. Un mundo hostil, agobiante, triste… … que no vas a vivir. Porque, salvo que Putin, Kim Jong-un, Trump o algunos de estos locos la lie, esto no es que vaya a pasar en un siglo… es que no pasará. ¿Por qué? Porque el estudio del progreso técnico a lo largo de la historia demuestra de forma fehaciente que la tecnología avanza de forma exponencial. El hombre tardo siglos en dominar el fuego, siglos en inventar la ruedas… y ahora en pocas décadas se producen cambios increíbles. Conclusión. La imagen quimérica de un coche eléctrico rodeado de hojitas verdes, hoy por hoy, es una falacia. Pero la imagen distópica de un Mundo sin energía o con la energía a precios prohibitivos, salvo como digo desastres imprevistos, es también falsa. Y en todo caso, si llega, ni a ti a mí nos va a pillar… por muy joven que seas.

¡Todos nos acordamos de la saga de Mad Max! Un Mundo distópico en el que la gasolina valía más que el agua, la comida…e incluso que la vida de una persona. La pregunta es, ¿de verdad se va a acabar el petróleo? ¿Cuándo? ¿Esteremos preparados? ¿Son la solución los coches eléctricos? … lo llevas claro. Muchas preguntas…a las que vamos a responder… aunque no os gusten las respuestas. ¡Tranquilos! En este vídeo vais a encontrar las respuestas… algunas que a lo mejor no os gustan…. Voy a daros una mala noticia, sobre todo a los “electrohead”: Si piensas que los coches eléctricos son la solución para acabar con la dependencia del petróleo, lo llevas claro, como os decía al comenzar. Un estudio del Energy Institute, una agrupación internacional de ingenieros y expertos en energía dice que, en 2023, último año con estadísticas cerradas, el 82 por ciento de la energía provenía de combustible fósiles. Eso incluye petróleo, por supuesto, un 32 por ciento, gas natural, que no sé si lo esperabas, y alucina, un ¡27 por ciento! del carbón. Sí, en pleno Siglo XXI seguimos quemando carbón para producir electricidad. Y todo ese carbón se utiliza para producir la “limpia” energía eléctrica que mueve nuestros “limpios” coches eléctricos… recordad que, en China, donde se producen el 80 por ciento de las baterías de coches, fabricación que demanda mucha energía, más del 70 por ciento de la electricidad se produce quemando carbón… ¡toma ya ecología! Un dato resumen: Aproximadamente el 75 por ciento de la electricidad producida en el Mundo procede de combustibles fósiles y la mayor parte del petróleo… Así que si se acaba el petróleo… tu coche eléctrico no sé si te servirá de mucho. Pero… ¿cuándo se va a terminar el petróleo? Pocas preguntas generan tanta controversia, porque hay datos de todo tipo. Pero, tranquilos, he buscado y encontrado datos fiables. Te doy una buena noticia: Nunca hemos tenido tanto petróleo como ahora. ¿Cómo es posible? ¿Es que el petróleo se “reproduce”? Obviamente, no. Esta afirmación quiere decir que nunca hemos tenido tantos yacimientos localizados y económicamente viables como ahora. Entre otras cosas porque el avance de la tecnología permite localizar mejor estos yacimientos y hacer rentable su extracción. ¿Sabías que el primer productor de petróleo del Mundo son los EE.UU. de Norteamérica? Casi doblan al segundo, que es Arabia Saudí. En 2021 hablamos de 18,6 barriles de petróleo contra 10,82. Pero podrían producir más… lo que sucede es que les sale más barato importar… pero si el precio sube, yacimientos que ahora no son rentables, lo serían… y los USA podrían incrementar notablemente la producción. Termino otra vez con un dato resumen: Si tenemos en cuenta el aumento de la demanda, el incremento de otras energías alternativas, como la nuclear o las sostenibles y la totalidad de las reservas de petróleo conocidas, en explotación o en reserva, se puede decir que nos queda petróleo para más o menos unos 100 años… Y es que el problema no es que se acabe, el problema es otro: Que lo podamos pagar, porque el petróleo no para de subir, más fruto del incremento de la demanda que de su escasez. Desde el fin de la Segunda Guerra Mundial hasta hoy, ha multiplicado por 50 su precio… pero no, no te asustes, esta cifra no es real. Y os recuerdo algo: Siempre que pensamos en el petróleo pensamos en combustibles… pues te equivocas. Del petróleo se extraen muchos tipos de combustibles, gasolina, diésel y queroseno entre ellos, pero también asfaltos para nuestras calles y carreteras, fertilizantes, pesticidas, lubricantes, incluso componentes para productos de belleza y, ¡muy importante! todo tipo de plásticos. Así que el riesgo no es que se acabe el petróleo, sino que suban los precios. Y ¿estamos preparados? ¿Qué pasaría si subiesen desorbitadamente los precios? Así que nos vamos al futuro… no se ha acabado el petróleo, pero ha multiplicado su precio por 10… no nos hace falta una guerra nuclear, solo un loco poniendo aranceles disparatados, cargándose el mercado mundial, para producir un efecto así… ¿Qué sucedería? Por supuesto la gasolina estaría por las nubes, y nacería un “mercado negro”. Pero es que también la energía eléctrica estaría por las nubes, con lo cual se restringiría de forma brutal el alumbrado en las ciudades… viviríamos en ciudades oscuras, semilla ideal para la delincuencia… El consumo eléctrico sería un lujo… encenderíamos la luz lo justo… adiós a tener un armario a temperaturas bajo cero, que es lo que es un frigorífico. ¿Te gusta la cerveza caliente? Más vale que te acostumbres. El transporte sería muy caro y los viajes en coche se reducirían y en avión… solo para ricos… como era en los años 60. Nuestras ciudades se llenarían de bicicletas, como muchas ciudades del llamado “tercer mundo” … que es en lo que se convertirían la mayor parte de los países. Un mundo hostil, agobiante, triste… … que no vas a vivir. Porque, salvo que Putin, Kim Jong-un, Trump o algunos de estos locos la lie, esto no es que vaya a pasar en un siglo… es que no pasará. ¿Por qué? Porque el estudio del progreso técnico a lo largo de la historia demuestra de forma fehaciente que la tecnología avanza de forma exponencial. El hombre tardo siglos en dominar el fuego, siglos en inventar la ruedas… y ahora en pocas décadas se producen cambios increíbles. Conclusión. La imagen quimérica de un coche eléctrico rodeado de hojitas verdes, hoy por hoy, es una falacia. Pero la imagen distópica de un Mundo sin energía o con la energía a precios prohibitivos, salvo como digo desastres imprevistos, es también falsa. Y en todo caso, si llega, ni a ti a mí nos va a pillar… por muy joven que seas.

Pauline O'Reilly, CEO of the Irish District Energy Association // Paula Carroll, UCD associate professor and a member of UCD's Energy Institute and its Centre for Business Analytics

The Other Side of the Story with Tom Harris and Todd Royal – Imagine being denied insurance because of your political beliefs. That's exactly what happened to the American Energy Institute when The Hartford refused to renew their policy over their stance on energy. Now, Texas lawmakers are investigating whether this violates state laws. Tune in to hear Jason Isaac discuss this alarming trend of corporate political discrimination.

The Other Side of the Story with Tom Harris and Todd Royal – Imagine being denied insurance because of your political beliefs. That's exactly what happened to the American Energy Institute when The Hartford refused to renew their policy over their stance on energy. Now, Texas lawmakers are investigating whether this violates state laws. Tune in to hear Jason Isaac discuss this alarming trend of corporate political discrimination.

The Trump administration wants to drill, baby, drill, and promote US oil and gas...but how could tariffs impact the industry? We talk with Eric Smith, a professor at Tulane's Energy Institute.

The Trump administration wants to drill, baby, drill, and promote US oil and gas...but how could tariffs impact the industry? We talk with Eric Smith, a professor at Tulane's Energy Institute. * We break down LSU baseball's match-ups in the Frisco Baseball Classic this weekend with WWL.com columnist Jeff Palermo.

In this episode, our guest is Dani Alexander, CEO of the Energy Institute at the University of New South Wales. Dani shares insights on Australia's rapid transition to renewable energy, the rise of rooftop solar, and how decentralized energy is transforming the grid. She discusses consumer-led energy solutions, energy equity, and the critical role of the demand-side of the energy system in promoting the rollout of renewables.   Connect with Sohail Hasnie: Facebook @sohailhasnie Twitter @shasnie LinkedIn @shasnie ADB Blog Sohail Hasnie

Monologue:No Electric Bikes Here Sir!Lovey Lewis GrandmaChildish Lingo Catch UpDOGE FindsTaco Bell WeddingsGuest:Jason Isaac is the former State Representative of Texas, where he served with a focus on energy policy and conservative values. He is currently the CEO of the American Energy Institute, working to advance sustainable energy practices across the nation. A proud father of two boys, Jason is also married to Carrie Isaac, who currently serves as a State Representative for Texas. Together, they share a strong commitment to public service and advocacy for Texas communities.Based in Dripping Springs, Steve Mallett and Michelle Lewis  invite you into their world of engaging conversations with guests who bring fresh ideas, humor, and wisdom to the table. They dive into everything from life's absurdities to community quirks, adding their signature twist of small-town charm and bold candor. Think of them as the funny neighbors with the best stories, the ones who always tell it like it is. With a healthy dose of Hill Country spirit, they explore local gossip and topics that connect us all—proving you don't need to be famous to be extraordinary; you just need a microphone and the courage to share your voice. Every episode is a mix of laughter, insight, and connection, making this podcast one you won't want to miss! New episodes weekly! Send us a textSupport the showSPONSORS: The top Real Estate Pro's at The Mallett Integrity Team. Call-512-627-7018 SouthStar Bank a tradition of full-service community banking for over 100 years. www.southstarbank.com Nomic Power Solutions your trusted partner in Austin for turnkey backup generator installation, service, and maintenance for your home. Cody/Dillon-512-387-4232 Jovie Belterra-Nestled within the Belterra master-planned community, discover your path to joy and wellness at the exquisite 55+ apartment community. Thanks for listening! Follow us, leave a review, TELL A FRIEND!AppleSpotifyInstagramWebsitemallettandmichelle@gmail.com for inquiries on advertising or gue...

In this episode of Road Chats, presented by National Energy Equipment Inc., Catherine Clark sits down with John Eichberger, Executive Director of the Transportation Energy Institute, to discuss the Future-Ready Fleets campaign. This initiative, presented by the Canadian Transportation Council, aims to help fleet operators navigate the transition to low- and zero-emission vehicles by providing them with a comprehensive guide and a fleet conversion calculator. John highlights the importance of tailored solutions for medium- and heavy-duty vehicle operators, addressing the challenges of electrification and exploring alternative options like hydrogen and renewable natural gas. He also emphasizes the economic considerations of fleet decarbonization and how businesses can gain a competitive edge while supporting environmental goals. Tune in to learn how fleet managers can access these free resources and make informed decisions for a more sustainable future.

President Trump confirms big tariffs are being imposed on goods coming into the US from Mexico, Canada, and China. We'll hear from businesses in Canada and Mexico on their response. We hear the story of one family's return to their home following the Los Angeles wildfires. David Brancaccio, a journalist with our US partner Marketplace, who bought a house just a few months ago and was burnt down by the California firestorms earlier this month. India's finance minister will be presenting the country's annual budget in a few hours' time, outlining the government's spending plans for the coming year. Throughout the program, we will be joined by two guests on opposite sides of the world: Andy Uhler, Journalism Fellow at the Energy Institute at The University of Texas, who's in Austin, and Nga Pham, a journalist in Taipei in Taiwan.

PREVIEW: DALLAS, TEXAS Bud Weinstein, former Maguire Energy Institute at SMU, examines Dallas's planning for expanding energy needs in the city and surrounding areas through the end of the century. More tonight on Dallas. 1907 Dallas

California's plan to go carbon-neutral by 2045 is raising eyebrows among experts. The state is producing so much solar energy that commercial operators are being forced to stop production. This as electric rates in the state are roughly twice the national average. For more, KCBS Radio anchors Patti Reising and Bret Burkhart were joined by Severin Borenstein, Faculty director at the Energy Institute at UC Berkeley's Haas School of Business.

Economics is defined as the study of how society allocates scarce resources. So, can it help us more intelligently apportion carbon emissions? On this week's episode of ESG Currents, Professor Michael Greenstone joins BI's director of ESG research, Eric Kane, and senior ESG analyst, Rob Du Boff, to discuss his research on pricing the social cost of carbon and Climate Vault's efforts to create a more robust market for carbon credits. Professor Greenstone is the director of the new Climate and Energy Institute at the University of Chicago, served as the chief economist in Barack Obama's Council of Economic Advisers and is the co-founder of Climate Vault.This episode was recorded on Sept. 25. For more insights, register for BI ESG's Dec. 11 conference here. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Episode 16 of The TWENTY30 Podcast hosted by Hanaa Almoaibed and Lucien Zeigler once again finds the two hosts on direct opposite sides of the planet, with Hanaa in Singapore speaking at a conference and Lucien on vacation at his home in the United States. Listener feedback takes a light-hearted turn with comments on Lucien's “improving” tan, leading to a broader discussion on the cultural implications and personal anecdotes surrounding names and their meanings in different regions. The episode's DEEP DIVE centers on a comprehensive new report from the Energy Institute, co-authored by KPMG and Kearney, detailing fossil fuel use in 2023. The report reveals that global fossil fuel consumption, driven largely by coal and oil, has reached record levels, with emissions surpassing 40 gigatons of CO2. The hosts discuss the urgency of these findings amidst a warming planet and increasing climate change impacts. They point out that although there is notable growth in renewable energy sources like wind and solar, especially in Europe and China, fossil fuels are still ever as dominant.   The hosts wrap the episode with a discussion of some of the latest news and reports on Saudi Arabia.   In the news this week: •We begin with the Saudi Journalists Association's first-ever participation in the International Federation of Journalists' annual meeting, held in London. This milestone event marks a significant step for Saudi journalism on the global stage, as representatives from around the world gather to discuss the state of journalism, the challenges it faces, and the importance of international cooperation.   •A crucial worker safety regulation introduced by the Saudi Arabian Ministry of Human Resources and Social Development. Starting June 15th, 2024, a ban on working under direct sunlight between noon and 3 p.m. will be enforced. This measure aims to enhance the safety and health of outdoor workers during the scorching summer months, preventing heat-related illnesses and improving overall worker productivity. The importance of such regulations is underscored as Saudi Arabia strives for rapid and safe development.   •Saudi Arabia's achievements in the cybersecurity sector. The kingdom has secured second place in the Global Cybersecurity Index and made significant gains in the World Competitiveness Yearbook (WCY) for 2023. With a notable jump in the overall competitiveness ranking, Saudi Arabia has demonstrated its commitment to strengthening its cybersecurity landscape. The National Cybersecurity Authority plays a pivotal role in protecting the nation's critical infrastructure and economic sectors from cyber threats, showcasing Saudi Arabia's leadership in this vital area.   •Brazilian planemaker Embraer's strategic interest in Saudi Arabia as a key defense market. As Saudi Arabia looks to replace its aging fleet of Lockheed Martin's C-130 Hercules, Embraer is engaging with the kingdom to expand sales of its C390 Millennium military transport jet. This potential purchase highlights Saudi Arabia's ongoing efforts to modernize its defense capabilities and bolster its strategic partnerships.   •The Saudi Arabian Monetary Authority (SAMA) has published the annual performance report for the Saudi finance and real estate company sector for 2023. The report reveals a notable increase in paid-up share capital, total assets, and net income, reflecting the sector's solid financial performance and expanding economic landscape. The classification of loan portfolios and the importance of supporting micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs) are also discussed, providing insights into Saudi Arabia's diversified economic growth.   Hanaa concludes the show by sharing the Arabic word/phrase of the day.   Subscribe for free wherever you get your podcasts:   Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0uuKNWrgbQPMBIx3XY6YGU   Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-twenty30/id1742574206   YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@thetwenty30   Get episodes and exclusive content delivered to your email inbox free: https://twenty30.beehiiv.com/   You can also email the show's hosts with their first names (Lucien @TheTWENTY30.com) or (Hanaa @thetwenty30.com) or email Hosts @ TheTwenty30.com.   The TWENTY30 Podcast is a production of The TWENTY30 Media Group, LLC.    ©The TWENTY30. All rights reserved. 

We bring in Nick Wayth, CEO of Energy Institute (EI), for the release of the 73rd Edition of the Statistical Review of World Energy. The Energy Institute Statistical Review of World Energy™ analyses data on world energy markets from the prior year.Previously produced by bp, the Review has been providing timely, comprehensive and objective data to the energy community since 1952. The Strategic Review is now a collaboration between the EI, KPMG, Kearney and Heriot University. Five key stories emerge from the 2023 data:Record global energy consumption, with coal and oil pushing fossil fuels and their emissions to record levelsSolar and wind push global renewable electricity generation to another record levelOngoing Ukraine conflict cements gas rebalancing in Europe  Dependence on fossil fuels in major advanced economies is likely to have peakedGrowth economies struggle to curb fossil fuel growth, but renewables accelerate in China   Although we disagree on the message and question the concept of Primary Energy (super misleading), we salute the consistency and comprehensiveness of that Report. Keep them coming.https://www.energyinst.org/statistical-review

Despite frequent pronouncements that the world should stop using coal, it still consumes vast amounts of black rocks. According to the Energy Institute's Statistical Review of World Energy, coal's global primary energy consumption was about 15% above natural gas in 2022 and only 15% lower than crude oil.  Coal consumption has yet to decline. Instead, coal use has plateaued for the better part of the last decade.  Because of its carbon intensity and large consumption, Peter and Jackie describe coal as the “herd of elephants” in the room for meeting aggressive decarbonization and climate goals under the 2015 Paris Agreement. This week, our guest is Lara Dong, Senior Director, Global Coal Research, S&P Global Commodity Insights. Lara explains why coal demand has been resilient and what to expect in the future.  Here are some of the questions Peter and Jackie ask Lara: Is coal consumption expected to stay strong? Why is China still building new coal power plants?  How does this compare to clean electricity additions in China, including wind, solar, and hydro? Is there still ongoing new investment in coal mines to add supply?  Why was 2021 a pivotal year for Chinese energy policy?  How did the 2022 energy crisis impact China's and India's energy policy for coal? Do you think the IEA Net Zero scenario, which assumes a 90% drop in coal consumption by 2050, is likely?  If Canada were to increase its LNG exports to Asia, would this decrease coal consumption (and greenhouse gas emissions) in the region? Please review our disclaimer at: https://www.arcenergyinstitute.com/disclaimer/ Check us out on social media: X (Twitter): @arcenergyinst LinkedIn: @ARC Energy Research Institute  Subscribe to ARC Energy Ideas Podcast Apple Podcasts Google Podcasts Amazon Music Spotify

Kleinman Center visiting scholar Severin Borenstein discusses California's struggle to balance residential solar growth with electricity rate equity. --- California's residential solar market is at a critical inflection point after years of strong growth. Last year the state, which has more rooftop solar than any other, lowered the net metering rate that it pays solar households for the excess electricity that they feed into the electric grid. The policy change contributed to a steep decline in residential rooftop solar installations. This could complicate the state's task of achieving 100% carbon free power in just over 20 years. Yet the reasons behind California's decision to reduce its solar subsidy are complex and reflect growing tensions over the private versus public costs of rooftop solar. These costs are particularly controversial in a state that already has among the highest electricity rates in the country, as well as aggressive targets for home electrification. On the podcast Severin Borenstein, a Kleinman Center visiting scholar and faculty director of the Energy Institute at the Haas School of Business at the University of California, Berkeley, discusses California's residential solar energy policies and the challenge of balancing equity, solar growth, and the pace of electrification. Borenstein also explores the lessons from California's experience that might be applied to other states where rooftop solar power growth is poised to accelerate. Severin Borenstein is a visiting scholar at the Kleinman Center for Energy Policy and faculty director of the Energy Institute at the Haas School of Business at the University of California, Berkeley. Related Content Overcoming Economic Barriers to Electrifying Everything (podcast) https://kleinmanenergy.upenn.edu/podcast/overcoming-economic-barriers-to-electrifying-everything/ Residential Battery Storage: Reshaping the Way We Do Electricity https://kleinmanenergy.upenn.edu/research/publications/residential-battery-storage-reshaping-the-way-we-do-electricity/   Energy Policy Now is produced by The Kleinman Center for Energy Policy at the University of Pennsylvania. For all things energy policy, visit kleinmanenergy.upenn.edu.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode, we discuss the federal and state grants that are enabling Alabama's EV industry to flourish. You'll also learn about the National Electric Vehicle Infrastructure (NEVI) Formula Program and utility incentives, including Alabama Power's EV Home Charger Rebate and EV Night Charging Discount for residential customers, as well as the Make Ready Program for business customers.Click to learn more: Energy Institute of Alabama (EIA)Alabama Power's EV Home Charger RebateAlabama Power's EV Night Charging DiscountAlabama Power's Make Ready ProgramAlabamaPower.com/EVNational Electric Vehicle Infrastructure (NEVI) Formula ProgramMeet the guests and host: Houston Smith, VP of Governmental Affairs, Alabama PowerBlake Hardwich, Executive Dir., EIAHost: Michael Staley  If you have a question or comment for the podcast, send an email to info@driveelectricalabama.comYou can learn more about the “Drive Electric Alabama” podcast here and please consider subscribing to the podcast on your player of choice.

WMAL GUEST: 6:35 AM - INTERVIEW - JASON ISAAC - former TX Congressman and CEO of American Energy Institute on Earth Day SOCIAL MEDIA: https://twitter.com/ISAACforEnergy Where to find more about WMAL's morning show:  Follow the Show Podcasts on Apple podcasts, Audible and Spotify. Follow WMAL's "O'Connor and Company" on X: @WMALDC, @LarryOConnor,  @Jgunlock,  @patricepinkfile and @heatherhunterdc.  Facebook: WMALDC and Larry O'Connor Instagram: WMALDC Show Website: https://www.wmal.com/oconnor-company/ How to listen live weekdays from 5 to 9 AM: https://www.wmal.com/listenlive/ Episode: Monday, April 22, 2024 / 6 AM Hour  O'Connor and Company is proudly presented by Veritas AcademySee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Welcome to another compelling episode of "Energy Sector Heroes," where we explore the impactful journeys of key figures shaping the energy landscape. I'm your host, Michelle Fraser, and today, we're privileged to feature the distinguished Ray Riddoch.With an illustrious career spanning four decades in the UK's oil and gas industry, Ray Riddoch stands out as an influential leader. Awarded the OBE in 2019 for his outstanding contributions to the sector, he holds a doctorate from RGU in recognition of his significant service. Previously, Ray held the position of Managing Director at CNOOC International. Additionally, he has served as a former director of the Scottish Chamber of Commerce and as a previous member of the Scottish Government's Energy Taskforce.Ray's dedication to enhancing industry efficiency is demonstrated by his prior involvement in the Maximising Economic Recovery steering committee at the Oil and Gas Authority. Furthermore, his impact extends as he was designated a Fellow of the Energy Institute in 2017 and served as the HRH Prince of Wales' Ambassador in Scotland for business in the community.Join us on this episode as we uncover the remarkable journey of Ray Riddoch, a true Energy Sector Hero, whose leadership continues to shape and elevate the industry.

On this year's "World Happiness Report", the United States of America has fallen out of the top 20 nations as far as being happy goes. Why is this? What changed? Can it be fixed? Host Mike Slater has the answers to these questions and more!Following that, Jason Isaac, founder and CEO of the American Energy Institute, joins the show to talk to Mike about the Biden admin's nonsensical push to end gas-powered cars in this country and why it's been a total disaster for almost everybody. Don't miss their hard-hitting talk!

Join us for an enlightening discussion with Rhonda Moffatt, founder of The Energy Institute, as we explore the transformative energy transitions of Feng Shui Period 8 to 9 and the auspicious Wood Dragon Year. Gain valuable insights into harnessing the power of these shifts to enhance harmony and prosperity in your life. Rhonda shares expert tips and practical advice for optimizing your environment and maximizing positive energy flow. Don't miss out on this opportunity to elevate your understanding of energy dynamics and unlock new possibilities for growth and success. Subscribe now for more empowering content! Connect with The Energy Institute: web: TheEnergyInstitute.ca IG: @theenergyinstituteinc LI: @the-energy-institute-inc

Most observers are convinced that America's healthcare system needs reform. This episode of The Pie features a discussion among MIT health economist Amy Finkelstein, former commissioner of the US Food and Drug Administration and current Duke professor Mark McClellan, and professor at the Harris School Joshua Gottlieb on what these reforms should entail. Michael Greenstone, director of UChicago's Climate and Energy Institute, moderated the conversation.

Before you open your next electricity bill, you might want to brace yourself. PG&E is hiking their rates starting this month, and this one is historic. Bills for the average household are expected to jump $34.50 a month and there could be more rate hikes on the horizon. The increase will fund projects addressing wildfire mitigation, especially an unprecedented attempt to bury power lines in high-risk areas. After the new rate hike, PG&E rates will have doubled over the last 10 years. Is all the new work necessary? Is sticking ratepayers with the bill the only option? We'll talk with energy and utility experts about what this move means for PG&E and for the rest of us. Guests: Katherine Blunt, energy reporter, Wall Street Journal. Her recent book is "California Burning: The Fall of Pacific Gas and Electric—And What It Means for America's Power Grid." Meredith Fowlie, professor, UC Berkeley Department of Agricultural and Resource Economics; faculty director at the Energy Institute at Haas Mark Toney, executive director, The Utility Reform Network

A new state law paves the way for salary increases for certain city councils - the first adjustment in four decades. Also, PG&E ratepayers experience another increase to their utility bills. Finally, realistic wellness tips for the new year. City Council Salary Caps A new year means new laws taking effect in California, including one that paves the way for salary increases for certain city councils - the first adjustment in four decades. CapRadio's Sacramento Government Reporter Kristin Lam breaks down the provisions of the law, Senate Bill 329, and also provides an update on recent important developments within Sacramento's governing body, including calls for the resignation of councilmember Sean Loloee after his federal indictment. PG&E Rate Hikes (Again) This month brings a new rate increase for PG&E customers, amounting to an average of $33 a month to utility bills. The utility giant says it needs the money to pay for undergrounding lines in wildfire-prone areas, among other safety improvements. However, PG&E is already requesting an additional rate hike, on top of the already-approved increase. Mark Toney is the Executive Director of TURN (The Utility Reform Network) and Meredith Fowlie is a Professor of Economics at UC Berkeley, and the Faculty Director at the Energy Institute at Haas. They join us to discuss why the utility giant is asking for more money again, and the impact it will have on customers. Realistic Wellness Tips for the New Year Jan. 1 is usually when a lot of us think about wellness. And health can mean a lot of things: from committing more time to fitness, prioritizing mental health, a work-life-balance, eating better, reducing stress, and taking up a new hobby or pastime. The list is varied, and often they relate to each other. We're going to focus on incorporating healthy habits that can meet different lifestyles and abilities. Dr. Brandee Waite is the Director of UC Davis Health Sports Medicine and a Professor in the Department of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation. Skyler Hanka is the Associate Director of Culinary Health at the UC Davis Office of Wellness Education.

Northwest Renewable Energy Institute, which opened in Vancouver in 2009, has a new satellite campus that holds a 20-foot simulated tower as well as ladders to give future wind technicians a real-life feel for what work will be like on a 300-foot structure. http://tinyurl.com/eexrbdw3 #NorthwestRenewableEnergyInstitute #BusinessProfile #LocalBusiness #TradeSchool #WindEnergy #WindIndustry #WindTechnicians #Education #Students #Safety #Rescue #SimulatedTower #VancouverWa #ClarkCountyWa #ClarkCountyNews #ClarkCountyToday

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Join Francie as she sits down with Dr. Bryan Willson to speak about his background and learnings in energy, engineering, and entrepreneurship. They discuss his work at the Energy Institute at Colorado State University, his EV adventures and entrepreneurial work in Africa, his research on resources in Chile, and the major takeaways from all of his work. CSU Energy Institute: https://energy.colostate.edu/Africa Climate Summit: https://africaclimatesummit.org/Envirofit clean cooking: https://envirofit.org/Factor[e] Ventures: https://www.factore.com/Ampersand Moto: https://www.ampersand.solar/Autopax: https://www.autopax.net/WuLing: https://wuling.id/enStatista report for copper production: https://www.statista.com/statistics/264626/copper-production-by-country/#:~:text=Chile%2C%20the%20world's%20leading%20copper,The%20world'sFind us on all of these places:YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/outofspecpodcastApple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/out-of-spec-podcast/id1576636119Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0tKIQfKL9oaHc1DLOTWvbdAmazon: https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/473692b9-05b9-41f9-9b38-9f86fbdabee7/OUT-OF-SPEC-PODCASTFor further inquiries please email podcast@outofspecstudios.com#cleanenergy #greenenergy #entrepreneurship Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode of Energy Transition Talk, Justine speaks with Professor Jacobs, an energy law professor at Berkeley Law, about all things energy law – what it is and why it matters. Professor Jacobs walks us through some of the most important energy laws that affect our daily lives, from the Inflation Reduction Act at the national level to the myriad of laws California, as the nation's leader in energy legislation, is implementing to electrify buildings and transportation, clean up our electricity grid, and reduce energy demand. Professor Jacobs also explains the hurdles to building clean energy infrastructure, the need to consider the community in permitting decisions, and the role we can each play in shaping energy regulations and policies.  Justine then chats with Christen Richardson, a law student at USC Gould, about her experience working on renewable energy at a law firm and the state of the energy industry as seen through the lens of a law firm. Christen shares her thoughts on the role of energy law in the energy transition, the challenges and opportunities, and what excites her about the energy transition. 1:36 Interview with Professor Jacobs 46:00 Interview with Christen Richardson 1:04:35 Concluding Remarks We hope you enjoy these conversations! Be sure to subscribe to our podcast so you can automatically get access to our new episodes – you can find us on Apple, Spotify, YouTube, or wherever you get your podcasts. And we would appreciate it so much if you could leave a rating and review. Special thanks to our guests for today and Abhi, our technical guru, for their important contributions to today's episode. This podcast is sponsored by the USC Ershaghi Center for Energy Transition. Suggested Resources:  Inflation Reduction Act calculators https://www.rewiringamerica.org/app/ira-calculator  https://www.ecowatch.com/solar/ev-appliance-solar-tax-credit-calculator  Inflation Reduction Act credits: https://www.irs.gov/inflation-reduction-act-of-2022  Berkeley Law Center for Law, Energy, & the Environment: https://www.law.berkeley.edu/research/clee/ Legal Planet: https://legal-planet.org/ UCLA Emmett Institute on Climate Change & the Environment: https://law.ucla.edu/academics/centers/emmett-institute-climate-change-environment Energy Institute at Haas, Energy Institute Blog: https://energyathaas.wordpress.com USC Ershaghi Center for Energy Transition: https://ecet.wpengine.com/  Law Students for Climate Accountability: https://www.ls4ca.org/  The Guardian, “Fossil fuel companies paying top law firms millions to ‘dodge responsibility'”  LA Times, “Newsletter: Meet the law firms helping fossil fuel companies heat the planet” LA Times, “Here are all the climate and environment bills that California just passed” (Sept 2023)  Disclaimer: The views, information, or opinions expressed during the Energy Transition Talk series are solely those of the individuals involved and do not necessarily represent those of the Ershaghi Center for Energy Transition (E-CET) or the producers of this podcast. 

Sponsored by: KPMGThe Statistical Review of World Energy, which is compiled by the Energy Institute, offers a comprehensive look at global energy production, consumption, trade and emissions. Energy Institute Chief Executive Nick Wayth joins the show to discuss some of the key takeaways from the most recent edition of the review, including region- and country-specific growth of renewables and how the industry is navigating a 'Triple Crises' spawned by the pandemic and geopolitics. Wayth also outlines the progress on the energy transition that he hopes will materialize at COP28.  More resources from KPMGEnergy Institute 2023 Statistical Review of World EnergyThe Hydrogen HorizonEnergy & ChemicalsHighlights from Nick WaythBackground info about the Energy Institute - (2:47)The history of the Statistical Review of World Energy - (3:47)Key takeaways from this year's review - (4:59)Specifics about the growth of renewables - (6:34)Data related to key minerals - (10:05)Headwinds for offshore wind - (12:34)Geopolitics and the 'Triple Crises' - (15:34)Under-the-radar nuggets of info from the review - (19:07)The regional outlook for Africa - (22:43)What to expect from COP28 - (28:33)Nick's bold predictions about changes to the energy landscape - (30:03)Sign up for the Renewable Energy SmartBriefFollow the show on Twitter @RenewablesPod

Welcome to The Hydrogen Podcast!In episode 256, The hydrogen hub announcement in the US has ignited the green versus blue conversation once again, I'll go over the some of the talking points and give my thoughts on today's hydrogen podcast.Thank you for listening and I hope you enjoy the podcast. Please feel free to email me at info@thehydrogenpodcast.com with any questions. Also, if you wouldn't mind subscribing to my podcast using your preferred platform... I would greatly appreciate it. Respectfully,Paul RoddenVISIT THE HYDROGEN PODCAST WEBSITEhttps://thehydrogenpodcast.comDEMO THE H2 ADVANTAGEhttps://keyhydrogen.com/hydrogen-location-analytics-software/ CHECK OUT OUR BLOGhttps://thehydrogenpodcast.com/blog/WANT TO SPONSOR THE PODCAST? Send us an email to: info@thehydrogenpodcast.comNEW TO HYDROGEN AND NEED A QUICK INTRODUCTION?Start Here: The 6 Main Colors of HydrogenSupport the show

At Cop26 was launched the Global Methane Pledge to catalyse action to reduce methane. The problem is that no one really knew how much methane leaked nor who emitted what. Even the emitters didn't have a clear view of the problem.First came satellites, that provided a regional assessment of the problem. But they only solved a fraction of the equation. In order to get more granular and be able to precisely identify methane leaks and attribute them, new technologies had to be applied. Sensors are now carried by planes, drones or are stationary. And their constant monitoring finally allows the methane to be tracked at a micro level. The combination of those different technologies has revolutionised the tracking of methane leaks and help fix them. We have the pleasure of welcoming an old friend of the show, Gregg Rotenberg, a 20-year clean tech veteran and CEO Kairos Aerospace. Kairos is the global leader in mitigating methane emissions. Kairos and alongside others like MIQ, is firmly leading the methane chase.And it's just the beginning, because, if the US is starting to fix the problem, other countries like Venezuela, Mexico, Turkmenistan, Iraq or Libya couldn't care less and are totally irresponsible when it comes to methane. Certainly, a good subject of discussion for COP28. ----Useful links;https://kairosaerospace.com/https://www.basinwide.org/ ----The Episode is delivered in partnership with the Energy Institute. www.energyinst.org A supporter of the Methane Guiding Principles and Aiming for Zero initiatives, the Energy Institute and its industry partners are working to make energy lower carbon, safer and more efficient. ------The Episode is sponsored by PV CASE. PV CASE is the ultimate design software for solar PV developers from the earliest stages of planning all the way to the procurement phase. https://pvcase.com/RedefiningEnergy

The latest report from the UK-based Energy Institute trade group shows demand for energy rising in 2022 as fossil fuels continued to make up more than four-fifths of global supply last year. Also in this edition: inflation renders the Hajj pilgrimage increasingly unaffordable, and Greek voters choose economic stability after a decade of crisis.

Existing Carbon Tariffs Subsidize Polluting IndustriesAccording to new international environmental economic research, most countries' existing trade policies implicitly subsidize carbon pollution. That's because many polluting industries, like oil production, face lower tariffs and fewer non-tariff barriers to trade (NTB) than industries selling finished products to consumers. In other words, carbon tariffs tend to be assessed on upstream industries only indirectly and later in the process (at the point of trade), and less so at the point of extraction and refining. As a result, existing trade policies tax dirty polluting industries at a substantially lower rate than clean industries. The favorable treatment in trade policy creates a global subsidy to carbon emissions in internationally traded goods and contributes to climate change. This subsidy is large – an estimated $550-800 billion annually, an amount of the same magnitude as some of the world's largest actual and proposed climate change policies. The subsidies amount to $85-120/ton, about the same amount many economists identify as an optimum price for carbon emissions. Trade policy is, in essence, giving the exact opposite price signal than what is needed to reduce carbon pollution. New research on these policies also suggests that if countries applied similar trade policies to clean and dirty goods, global CO2 emission would decrease with little impact on global real income.Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanisms Correct Existing Carbon SubsidiesCarbon border adjustment mechanisms (C-BAMs) are a form of trade policy that aims to correct these subsidies and prevent carbon-intensive economic activity from moving to areas with less stringent policies. Border adjustments apply fees on imported goods based on greenhouse gas emissions during production. A jurisdiction importing goods would impose carbon tariffs on carbon-intensive products, thereby offsetting current carbon subsidies given to dirty industries. C-BAMs are part of the European Green New Deal and will place tariffs on carbon-intensive goods imported by the EU, taking effect in 2026 on seven high-emission sectors. These border adjustments are an important climate policy mechanism to prevent the risk of carbon leakage, as C-BAMs prevent the industry from shifting emissions to regions outside the reach of the EU's stricter standards. Their goal is to ensure climate objectives are not undermined by production relocation, as the environmental effect of carbon emissions on the atmosphere are the same regardless of where they are emitted. This is an equitable policy; the cost to the planet of emitting greenhouse gasses is universal and thus the cost of emissions should have some consistency across the globe. C-BAMs also equalize the price of carbon between domestic products and imports. As a result, this policy encourages greening production processes across the world, so countries can avoid the border adjustment tax. Border adjustments can also be in the form of rebates or exemptions depending on the domestic policies for producers that export their goods. Such policies are already in place in California for certain imports of electricity. The United States, Canada and Japan are looking into C-BAMs, as well.The European Union Creates the First C-BAMOn April 25, 2023, the EU finalized the language for the world's first carbon tax; the initial transition phase is scheduled to begin in October 2023. In the European Green New Deal, European importers will buy carbon certificates that correspond to carbon prices that would have been paid if the goods had been produced under the European Union's carbon pricing rules. Products can also receive price deductions if the carbon price has already been paid in an outside country. In the EU, these adjustments will be phased in gradually first with iron, steel, cement, fertilizer, aluminum, and electricity generation.Our Guest: Joseph ShapiroJoseph Shapiro is an associate professor at UC Berkeley in Agricultural and Resource Economics and the Department of Economics. Shapiro holds a Ph.D. in economics from MIT, a Master's degree from Oxford and London School of Economics, and a BA from Stanford. He is also a Research Associate at the Energy Institute of Haas, Associate Editor of the Journal of Political Political Economy, Co-Editor of the Journal of Public Economics, and a Research Associate at the National Bureau of Economic Research. Shapiro's research agenda explores the following three questions: How do globalization and the environment interact? What have been the effectiveness, efficiency, and equity impacts of environmental and energy policies over the last half-century, particularly for water, air, and climate pollution? How important are the investments that people make to protect themselves against air pollution and climate change? Shapiro has also received an Alfred P. Sloan Research Fellowship, Kiel Institute Excellence in Global Affairs Award, and Marshall Scholarship. SourcesThe EU has approved the world's first carbon tax on imports, Aurora Almendral (Quartz, April 26, 2023)Joseph Shapiro biographyThe Environmental Bias of Trade Policy, Joseph Shapiro (Nov. 2020) Econimate video, The Environmental Bias of Trade Policy, Joseph Shapiro Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism: Questions and Answers, European CommissionCarbon Border Adjustments, Center for Climate and Energy Solutions

Energy generation and distribution are experiencing the kind of disruption that transformed many other industries over the past 20 years. But the electric grid is a stubbornly rigid physical infrastructure that will require vast investments to modernize. Dr. Tim Lieuwen, Regents' Professor and executive director of the Strategic Energy Institute at Georgia Tech, joins the conversation to discuss accelerating the pace of electrification of transportation and modernization of the electric grid to support renewable energy generation and distribution. The changes that will follow the reorganization of the grid will also transform our relationship to energy as fundamentally as the introduction of electricity and power distribution lines in the late 1800s. It will be a challenging, fascinating, and sometimes terrifying time for energy companies, investors, and consumers.Dr. Lieuwen is the author of four books on the physics of combustion and gas turbine engines, as well as a member of governing or advisory boards for Oak Ridge National Lab, Pacific Northwest National Lab, and the National Renewable Energy Lab, among others. Discover how the Inflation Reduction Act and Bipartisan Infrastructure Law contribute to rapid progress in renewable power and electrification of the economy. We also explore how long fossil fuels will stay in the energy mix and the lessons of Texas' 2021 winter storm power outages. You can learn more about him at https://ae.gatech.edu/directory/person/timothy-charles-lieuwen

The U.S. Chamber of Commerce's Global Energy Institute exists to unify policymakers, regulators, business leaders, and the American public behind a common sense energy strategy to help keep America secure, prosperous, and clean.We sat down with Christopher Guith to get a sense for the global energy landscape - what do business owners need to know about energy policy, and how can education respond to emerging trends and technologies in the energy sector?In this episode:How aspirational policy can hurt more than helpWhy the U.S. needs a diverse energy portfolioMisconceptions around nuclear technology, and what you should know insteadHow national security and national energy are intertwinedEmerging breakthroughs in alternative energy solutions3 Big Takeaways from this episode:The U.S. needs a common sense energy strategy: Global initiatives to for a clean energy future are important, but all too often, aspirational policy gets too far ahead of what technology is able to handle. Christopher calls out these challenges and defines the need for a diverse energy portfolio, especially in the United States. Businesses looking to a more clean energy strategy will benefit from these insights.National energy policy and national security are intertwined: In recent decades, the United States has too-heavily relied on countries like China for energy. We discuss why it's so important to national security that the U.S. develops the capacity to mine and process minerals for next-gen technology, like EV cars and to produce more of our energy domestically.The energy sector is innovating rapidly, but there's still a long way to go: Did you know we're only 50% of the way to having the technology to power a carbon-neutral world? Advancements are being made in areas like hydrogen power and nuclear fusion, technology prices are going down, but there are still numerous challenges to solving the clean energy problem. We dive into some of these challenges and innovations, and what they mean for businesses and consumers alike.ResourcesTo learn more about the U.S. Chamber of Commerce's Global Energy Institute, visit their website: https://www.globalenergyinstitute.org/Connect with Jason Goldsmith on social media:Twitter  |  LinkedIn  |  Facebook  |  YouTubeEpisode page: https://techedpodcast.com/guith/Instagram - Facebook - YouTube - TikTok - Twitter - LinkedIn

Microgrids seem to be a hot topic on the internet, but where could they be implemented best to prove the concept? Maybe areas that routinely deal with power outages from storms, such as Southern Louisiana and the Greater Gulf Coast, but what are the pros and cons?  This week we team up with Robert Bentley, Mechanical Technician for the University of Louisiana's Energy Institute, whose work with the Cleco Alternative Energy Center and Louisiana Solar Energy Laboratory can shed some much needed light on this issue.   

Photo: No known restrictions on publication. @Batchelorshow #Bestof2022: Ten days after the attack on Ukraine: the global Natural Gas market responds.  #Ukraine: Twenty-eight LNG ships headed from the Gulf to Europe. Bud Weinstein, Maguire Energy Institute Advisory Board.  (Originally posted March 7, 2022) https://www.energyintel.com/0000017f-65ee-df15-a77f-e7ffeb3e0000

Carey King of the Energy Institute of the University of Texas at Austin discusses how the last 80 years of American history have shown a connection between energy consumption, economic output, and political polarization. Carey's book, The Economic Superorganism, can be purchased here: https://link.springer.com/book/10.1007/978-3-030-50295-9 For additional commentary on this episode and other issues of the day, sign up for YDHTY's email newsletter here: www.ydhty.com/news

Meredith Fowlie, the Faculty Director at the University of California's Energy Institute at Haas, finds that the additional charges for electricity fall more heavily on low-income households, like a regressive tax. Noel Perry from the nonprofit Next 10 joins the conversation.

Dev Sanyal is Chief Executive Officer of VARO Energy Group AG, based in Zug, Switzerland. He was appointed to this role effective 1 January 2022. In July 2022, the company announced the ONE VARO Transformation Strategy accelerated by “Engine 1” focussed on Conventional Energies and “Engine 2” focussed on Sustainable Energies, with a commitment to investing two-thirds of capital in Engine 2 businesses and a trebling of earnings for the Group in the next 5 years. VARO will also be Net Zero in Scope 1, 2 and 3 emissions by 2040.Prior to this, Dev had a 32-year career with BP plc including over a decade as a member of the group executive committee and headed gas and low carbon energy globally. Prior to this, he was chief executive, alternative energy and also accountable for BP's Europe and Asia regions. During his tenure, he built world scale businesses  in  sustainable energy – solar, offshore wind, onshore wind, hydrogen and gas and power - and led the pivot in the company's energy transition strategy.  Dev joined BP in 1989 and held a variety of international roles in London, Athens, Istanbul, Vienna and Dubai. Prior to joining the Group Executive Committee, he held the roles of group treasurer and chairman of BP Investment Management and Arco Aluminium, chief executive, Air BP International and chief executive, BP Eastern Mediterranean.  Dev is an independent non-executive director on the board of M&G plc; a member of the energy advisory board of the Government of India; the advisory board of the Centre for European Reform; and the board of overseers of The Fletcher School of Law and Diplomacy, Tufts University, where he obtained a master's degree in economics and politics. He is a Fellow of the Energy Institute.  Dev was an independent non-executive director on the board of Man Group plc (2013-2022); a member of the Accenture Global Energy Board (2012-2018); Vice Chairman, Centre for China in the World Economy, Tsinghua University (2014-2019); The Duke of Edinburgh's International Award Foundation Business Leaders Group (2012-2015); and Trustee of the Career Academy Foundation (2007-2013).

Jorge Piñon spent 32 years working in the oil and gas sector and is now a senior research fellow at The University of Texas at Austin's Energy Institute. In this episode, Piñon, who spent much of his career working in Latin America and Spain, talks about Cuba's energy crisis, the devastation of Venezuela's economy by the Chavistas, geothermal, South America's dependence on hydropower, and how the U.S. became “the de facto refiner for Latin America.” (Recorded September 1, 2022.)

Severin Borenstein is a professor of Business and Public Policy at UC Berkeley's Haas School of Business and the director of the Energy Institute at Haas. One of California's premier experts on energy policy, his research focuses on business competition, strategy, and regulation in the airline industry, the oil and gas industries, electricity markets, and the economics of renewable energy. In this week's podcast, Borenstein talks about the link between California's energy policy and its economic growth; the state's oversize role in setting and exporting global energy policy; innovation and climate policy; and why banning new gas stations is a really bad idea. 

Photo: #Energy: Windfall folly. Bernard “Bud” Weinstein  @TheHill,  formerly at McGuire Energy Institute, Southern Methodist University; Goodenough College, London   https://thehill.com/opinion/energy-environment/3527261-bidens-proposed-windfall-profits-tax-will-make-america-less-energy-secure/

This episode of Macro N Cheese introduces us to Dr. Carey King of the University of Texas at Austin where he performs research and modeling of energy systems interaction with the economy past, present and future. He has published a book, https://link.springer.com/book/10.1007/978-3-030-50295-9 (The Economic Superorganism) describing his research extrapolating the results into policy suggestions. Steve opens the episode describing the term “real resources” and asks Dr. King to explain the approach he took in his book. The explanation reaches back into history to the 14th century all the way to the present. Through that time span, he discovered that energy costs can reliably correlate to GDP (gross domestic product). This formed the basis for his research work and, subsequently, his book. Much of the discussion, then, centered around two significant points; the efficiency of energy consumption or output in terms of cost and an examination of the first point in terms of the book's title that connects economics to an organism. The input or output of energy discussion details how a supply chain functions and how energy is consumed at every link in the chain. The result shows that actual efficiency of production has diminished since the onset of the 1970's. Examining energy and the economy as an organism requires a view that details the multiple connections that any organism has to survive. Steve draws the parallel to a “system” of any sort, and current events. Dr. King builds on Steve's points with further emphasis on the choices made and their impact on current economic issues. Other topics discussed were Dr. King's next steps in adding environmental variables into his models that could possibly expose some options for coping with climate change. Also talked about was the post production variable of energy costs of handling production waste which builds further on the environmental variables. Lastly, both Dr. King and Steve exchanged views on the expansion of China's economy, macroeconomic issues, and even how Dr. King's work intersects with evolution itself. Dr. Carey W. King is Assistant Director of the Energy Institute at University of Texas at Austin, where he has been a Research Scientist since 2016. He is author of The Economic Superorganism: Beyond the Competing Narratives on Energy, Growth, and Policy (2021). Find his work at careyking.com @CoreyWKing on Twitter

Photo: COVE POINT, Maryland (July 25, 2003)--The Coast Guard provides a security zone for the first shipment of liquified natural gas to Cove Point, Md., in 23 years. #Energy: LNG Supremacy & the Price of Everything. Bernard “Bud” Weinstein  @TheHill,  formerly at McGuire Energy Institute, Southern Methodist University; Goodenough College, London    https://pgjonline.com/news/2022/june/data-shows-may-us-lng-exports-reach-2nd-highest-as-latin-america-shipments-gain

Photo: LNG ship CBS Eye on the World with John Batchelor CBS Audio Network @Batchelorshow #Ukraine: Twenty-eight LNG ships headed from the Gulf to Europe. Bud Weinstein, Maguire Energy Institute Advisory Board. LA. https://www.energyintel.com/0000017f-65ee-df15-a77f-e7ffeb3e0000