Podcasts about renewable energy sources

Ireland has set itself a target of 70% of its energy mix coming from renewable energy sources. Currently wind, wave and solar energy accounts for a modest 37%.The next stages in offshore wind energy are in the Irish planning swamp where there is a shortage of skilled experts to adjudicate but plenty of NIMBYs prepared to hold it up. Speaking to Joe this morning was TJ Hunter, Senior Director for Development and Operations at Ørsted UK & Ireland which is one of the biggest developer of offshore wind farms in the world.

https://youtu.be/fcyyrM3_AksMatt and Sean talk about using sand to cut down on energy storage costs.  Thermal energy storage is getting really hot now, but will it work for homes as well?Watch the Undecided with Matt Ferrell episode, How a Sand Battery Could Revolutionize Home Energy Storage https://youtu.be/KVqHYNE2QwE?list=PLnTSM-ORSgi4dFnLD9622FK77atWtQVv7YouTube version of the podcast: https://www.youtube.com/stilltbdpodcastGet in touch: https://undecidedmf.com/podcast-feedbackSupport the show: https://pod.fan/still-to-be-determinedFollow us on X: @stilltbdfm @byseanferrell @mattferrell or @undecidedmfUndecided with Matt Ferrell: https://www.youtube.com/undecidedmf ★ Support this podcast ★

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Andrew Lewin explores the need for radical change in our energy consumption AND the way we purchase anything to combat climate change. He discusses the communication work of Sage Lenier, a TikToker who highlights the importance of renewable energy sources. Andrew discusses the challenges of changing our lifestyles and emphasizes the collective responsibility to protect the ocean. Tune in to learn more about the role of TikTok in raising awareness and taking action for a better ocean. Sage's TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@sagelenier Follow a career in conservation: https://www.conservation-careers.com/online-training/ Use the code SUFB to get 33% off courses and the careers program.   Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/3NmYvsI Connect with Speak Up For Blue: Website: https://bit.ly/3fOF3Wf Instagram: https://bit.ly/3rIaJSG TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@speakupforblue Twitter: https://bit.ly/3rHZxpc  The episode emphasizes the urgent need for radical change in our lifestyles and consumption habits. It highlights that the current thinking and practices of both companies and individuals are unsustainable, and it is high time for a transformation. The host emphasizes that transitioning to renewable energy sources like solar panels and windmills is not enough; we must also revolutionize our thought processes and way of life. This includes spending more time outdoors, reconnecting with nature, and recognizing the benefits of a healthy natural environment. The episode also delves into the significance of purchasing sustainable materials and products, while shedding light on the long-term detrimental effects of poorly made and unethical products on both individuals and the environment. It emphasizes that the need for change extends beyond the fashion industry and encompasses all aspects of our lives, such as reducing meat consumption and minimizing unnecessary plastic use. Overall, the episode advocates for a shift towards a nature-oriented lifestyle and a conscious approach to consumption. In the episode, the importance of purchasing sustainable materials and products is underscored. The speaker points out that although poorly made and ethically questionable clothes may appear appealing in the short term, they ultimately harm both individuals and the environment in the long run. It is emphasized that not only the fashion industry, but also other industries that utilize plastics or unnecessary resources, contribute to the adverse impact on the environment. The speaker further discusses the need to go beyond the renewable energy sector and focus on transforming our consumption patterns. It is argued that companies should be held accountable for creating products sustainably and ethically, taking into consideration labor exploitation in the production process. The globalization of product manufacturing, particularly in countries like China and Africa, has made it challenging to exert influence over specific regulations and ensure ethical practices. Furthermore, the episode highlights that purchasing sustainable materials and products can significantly reduce an individual's environmental footprint. By abstaining from buying clothes made from inferior materials or reliant on petroleum, individuals can contribute to minimizing their impact on the environment. However, it acknowledges that finding and affording sustainable clothing is not easy, and a substantial educational campaign is necessary to raise awareness about the sustainability of the products we purchase. Overall, the episode underscores the importance of purchasing sustainable materials and products, as they are not only more cost-effective in the long run but also have a positive impact on the environment and labor practices. It calls for a shift in our consumption patterns and emphasizes the need for companies to adopt sustainable and ethical practices in their production processes. The episode emphasizes the need for behavioral change to benefit both ourselves and the planet. It specifically highlights the significance of reducing meat consumption by 75% and opting for plant-based protein alternatives. By doing so, we can significantly decrease the greenhouse gas emissions generated by the meat industry, which is a major contributor to climate change. The episode emphasizes that this message is supported by scientists and individuals advocating for climate action. It also acknowledges that making such a change will require a shift in mindset and education. Additionally, the episode mentions that changing our behavior extends beyond just reducing meat consumption. It encompasses various aspects of our lives, such as purchasing sustainable materials, avoiding single-use plastics, and being more mindful of our consumption habits. The episode suggests that making these changes is not only beneficial for the environment but also for our long-term well-being.  

How does transitioning to renewable energy challenge the electric grid?As of 2022, renewable and non-greenhouse gas emitting sources accounted for 52% of California's in-state electricity generation with the remaining 48% fueled by natural gas. Legislation passed in 2018 mandates that the state must reach at least 60% renewable energy by 2030 which California is quickly on its way to meet. The 60% goal adds ambition to the emissions reduction goals set by SB 32, the 2016 update to prior landmark climate legislation that required California to reduce its emissions to 40 percent below 1990 levels by 2030. Transitioning to reliance on renewable energy sources introduces new challenges to the electrical grid, which was designed primarily around gas-fired power plants that can operate 24 hours a day.  The majority of California's renewable energy comes from solar and wind. Such renewable energy generation varies depending on the time of day and season, among other factors. Compared to gas-fired power plants, solar and wind energy isn't as predictable or transferable from one location to another.With limited energy storage capacity, the US electrical grid lacks the infrastructure necessary to store large amounts of energy, so the variability of wind and solar energy makes it more challenging to balance energy supply and demand in real-time, which is an essential function of the energy system. As a result, the energy system design must evolve to meet the challenges of solar and wind variability, particularly during periods of peak demand, in order to ensure grid stability and sufficient energy support.  At the same time, California's energy grid has seen a large growth in demand due to the electrification of the transportation and residential sectors. Electric vehicle (EV) sales are 60 times higher than they were a decade ago and continue to rise, increasing by 85% from 2020 to 2021 alone. In 2023, EV sales in California account for 25% of EVs sold in the US. California has also enacted higher building energy efficiency standards to help accelerate the decarbonization movement. As of 2023, all new buildings must have at least one heat pump for heating or water heating, or they will face higher energy efficiency requirements. This growth in the prevalence of electric appliances and vehicles has increased the demands on the electric grid. This can be a particular problem if EV owners charge their cars or run their appliances at the same time that other electricity demand is at its peak. A California's Public Utilities Commission report published in 2023 found the state needs to invest at least $50 billion by 2035 in order to accommodate high adoptions of distributed energy resources associated with transportation and building electrification. Energy Storage as a SolutionImproving solar battery storage is vital in accelerating a transition to clean energy as these batteries store solar energy during the day and deliver it back to the grid at night when power is more expensive and carbon-intensive to produce. As of October 2023, California has increased its energy battery storage capacity by 757% to 6,600 megawatts. The state still needs to continue increasing its capacity to 52,000 megawatts to meet clean electricity demands by 2045. These batteries are also especially vital as climate change is increasing the intensity of heatwaves and wildfire seasons leading to increased Public Safety Power Shutoffs (PSPS). During hazardous conditions, electricity companies turn off power circuits to reduce the risk of power lines falling and igniting a wildfire. Solar batteries are one tool to help alleviate the loss of power and can deliver electricity to areas prone to PSPS blackouts. However, large-scale batteries are not a perfect solution as they have considerable environmental costs and require many rare minerals in their production, which have significant associated sustainability and mining costs. Other energy storage technologies from green hydrogen to reservoir storage of hydropower can also help the state meet its energy demands.About the Guest: Dr. Carla PetermanAs PG&E's Executive Vice President and Chief Sustainability Officer, Dr. Carla Peterman directs the corporation's sustainability and regulatory efforts. Previously, Dr. Peterman served as an energy official within the California government, including as CPUC commissioner, where she oversaw their $768 million EV charging infrastructure investment in 2018. Dr. Peterman received a Ph.D. from UC Berkeley's Energy and Resources Group in 2017, writing her dissertation on state policy for solar energy.  For a transcript of this episode, please visit https://climatebreak.org/balancing-the-grid-californias-shift-to-renewable-energy-sources/

In this episode, Tudor welcomes Larry Kudlow, former economic adviser to President Trump, to discuss the economic state under the Biden administration. Kudlow criticizes "Bidenomics," highlighting rising gas prices, increased consumer price index, and increased grocery prices. They discuss the impact of oil drilling on inflation and everyday costs, and the consequences of transitioning to renewable energy sources. They also express concerns about China's theft of intellectual property and the potential national security risks. The conversation includes concerns about President Biden's international handling, lack of business experience in his administration, and his decision to loosen sanctions on Iran. The Tudor Dixon Podcast is part of the Clay Travis & Buck Sexton Podcast Network - new episodes debut every Monday, Wednesday, & Friday. For more information visit TudorDixonPodcast.comFollow Clay & Buck on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/clayandbuckSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode, Tudor welcomes Larry Kudlow, former economic adviser to President Trump, to discuss the economic state under the Biden administration. Kudlow criticizes "Bidenomics," highlighting rising gas prices, increased consumer price index, and increased grocery prices. They discuss the impact of oil drilling on inflation and everyday costs, and the consequences of transitioning to renewable energy sources. They also express concerns about China's theft of intellectual property and the potential national security risks. The conversation includes concerns about President Biden's international handling, lack of business experience in his administration, and his decision to loosen sanctions on Iran. The Tudor Dixon Podcast is part of the Clay Travis & Buck Sexton Podcast Network - new episodes debut every Monday, Wednesday, & Friday. For more information visit TudorDixonPodcast.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode, Tudor welcomes Larry Kudlow, former economic adviser to President Trump, to discuss the economic state under the Biden administration. Kudlow criticizes "Bidenomics," highlighting rising gas prices, increased consumer price index, and increased grocery prices. They discuss the impact of oil drilling on inflation and everyday costs, and the consequences of transitioning to renewable energy sources. They also express concerns about China's theft of intellectual property and the potential national security risks. The conversation includes concerns about President Biden's international handling, lack of business experience in his administration, and his decision to loosen sanctions on Iran. The Tudor Dixon Podcast is part of the Clay Travis & Buck Sexton Podcast Network - new episodes debut every Monday, Wednesday, & Friday. For more information visit TudorDixonPodcast.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Discover how these technologies are helping to combat climate change, promote a healthier world, and create a cleaner future. Whether you're a pro, or just dipping your toes, into the vast ocean of green energy, we are thrilled to have you here.  In this episode, we'll explore the top six renewable energy sources: solar, wind, hydropower, geothermal, bioenergy, and dive into the emerging world of hydrogen.  The need for green power, has never been more critical. If we continue to rely on fossil fuels, we're in for environmental degradation, the exhaustion of our non-sustainable reserves, and an even more devastating climate change.  Not a pretty scenario, right?  However, the solution lies in carbon-neutral alternatives, which are not just safe; they're key to creating a healthier, and more balanced world.  Despite the challenges, of implementation and scalability, the global community, is witnessing a seismic shift, towards these renewable sources.  So, are you ready to explore how these superstars, are shaping a sustainable future? Buckle up and continue listening.  https://todaysfocusofattention.com/the-top-6-renewable-energy-sources-shaping-a-sustainable-world/

Join our resident Business Ninja Andrew, together with the Chief Marketing Officer of Dragonfly Energy, Tyler Bourns, as they discuss what it takes to energize the planet with reliable, clean power. Dragonfly Energy is a company that specializes in the design and manufacturing of lithium-ion batteries for various applications. The company's products are designed to be lightweight, high-performance, and long-lasting, making them suitable for use in a variety of industries, including automotive, marine, RV, and off-grid power systems.Dragonfly Energy's batteries use lithium iron phosphate (LiFePO4) chemistry, which is known for its safety, stability, and long cycle life. The company's products are also designed to be modular, allowing users to customize their power systems based on their specific needs.In addition to its battery products, Dragonfly Energy also offers consulting and design services to help customers build custom power systems. The company is based in Reno, Nevada, and has been in operation since 2015.Find out more at their website https://dragonflyenergy.com/Want to be interviewed on our Business Ninjas podcast? Schedule time with us now, and we'll make it happen right away! Check out WriteForMe, more than just a Content Agency! See the Faces Behind The Voices on our YouTube Channel!

Let's celebrate the new year together by listening to a discussion on Central Eastern Europe and how the coal regions there can benefit from the European Green Deal, which was launched by the EU back in 2020. For the occasion, Radostina Slavkova and Simeon Gorov from NGO Za Zemiata join CAN Europe's co-hosts Rachel Brabbins and Olivia Saxer. This month's topic is particularly fitting, since it marks the 3rd anniversary of the European Green Deal (a set of policy initiatives by the European Commission aiming to make the European Union climate neutral by 2050). We will discuss the situation in Bulgaria, how much has been achieved so far and what are the next steps to take in the national climate strategy. However, with the war in Ukraine and the fossil fuel crisis, we still need to be careful not to take a step back to dangerous fossil fuels such as coal and gas, as this is an ever changing situation and there's a risk of losing what has been achieved in the region - particularly in terms of a transition that is fair for all.Za Zemiata is a Bulgarian organisation that works with coal regions and supports them in transitioning directly towards Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy Sources.Europe Climate Connection is an original podcast presented by Climate Action Network (CAN) Europe. Co-hosts: Rachel Brabbins and Olivia Saxer. Executive Producer and Editor: Samuel Martín-Sosa. Script by: Rachel Brabbins. Recorded and edited by Big Audio Media that also provides training, mentorship and assistance during the process.

The race is on to replace fossil fuels with renewable energy sources, such as solar, wind, and green hydrogen. Frontier Renewables' Balduin Hesse explains the outlook. Plus, despite beating earnings expectations on both the top and bottom lines, Toll Brothers is warning of a potential housing demand slowdown. CFRA's Ken Leon breaks down the homebuilder stocks. And, stocks extended their losing streak yesterday, with the S&P 500 positing its fourth negative session in a row. Piper Sandler's Craig Johnson and Gilman Hill Asset Management's Jenny Harrington lay out the trading day ahead.

Nicki Hutley (pictured) from the Climate Council said climate change was not yet centre stage, but it was mentioned some 220 times in this week's Australian budget and, that it was argued was a significant improvement over what had existed in Australia for nearly a decade. Read the Climate Council story: "Climate features big in Budget but little relief for cost of living underscores need to hasten renewables transition". And from The New York Times, we read: "Climate Pledges Are Falling Short, and a Chaotic Future Looks More Like Reality". EuroNews.green tells readers: "China is building the world's largest wind farm and it could power 13m homes". The Washington Post has some challenging news for parents: "‘Virtually every child' to face frequent heat waves by 2050, UNICEF says". Writing in The Guardian, Fiona Harvey, says: "Current emissions pledges will lead to catastrophic climate breakdown, says UN". Yale Climate Connections tells us: "Economic benefits of wind, solar in rural Appalachia could top $65 billion". And from Columbia University Climate School we hear about "Giving Tuesday". Writing in The New Daily, Ash Cant warns us: "Prepare for a soggy summer, as La Nina settles in until next year". Guardian readers are told: "Australian governments urged to scrap ‘one-in-100-year' flood standard and update risk maps". --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/robert-mclean/message

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https://youtu.be/zYCNuQsa8UwMatt and Sean discuss thermal energy storage and storing heat in sand for days, weeks, or possibly months.Watch the Undecided with Matt Ferrell episode, “How A Sand Battery Could Change The Energy Game”: https://youtu.be/G6ZrM-IZlTE?list=PLnTSM-ORSgi5LVxHfWfQE6-Y_HnK-sgXSYouTube version of the podcast: https://www.youtube.com/stilltbdpodcastGet in touch: https://undecidedmf.com/podcast-feedbackSupport the show: https://pod.fan/still-to-be-determinedFollow us on Twitter: @stilltbdfm @byseanferrell @mattferrell or @undecidedmfUndecided with Matt Ferrell: https://www.youtube.com/undecidedmf  ★ Support this podcast ★

Irina Slav is an international thought leader, and I really appreciate her opinions and her humor! We had our regular monthly check-in from Bulgaria and Dallas. We covered the current geopolitical issues and even the real question that is on everyone's mind lately; “Is renewable energy really renewable?”.There is a great awakening around the world unfolding as the renewable energy and climate change narrative has run into some serious roadblocks. The total failure of the renewable narrative is that the pricing is coming down, less impact on the environment, and has the technology to support a worldwide growing energy demand. We need all types of energy, but we just don't need to print money and force the technology when it is not ready.Just like the Dutch farmers being forced to quit using fertilizer and eliminating significant portions of their livestock in the name of climate change. Decisions are not always made with the consumers in mind. There are ways to get low-cost energy to everyone on the planet and produce it using the least amount of impact on the environment. We need a plan, and people to come to the discussion table with an open mind.We need to have a discussion from all sides, not just one side yelling at the other.Irina publishes on substack, Oilprice.com, and is on several other podcasts regularly like the Energy Transition with David Blackmon and Armando Cavanha. Please follow Irina on all platforms if you want to know the real energy story.Please connect with Irina Slav on her LinkedIn here: 

When it comes to producing a sustainable and plentiful energy supply, the U.S. has a vast and underappreciated advantage over other nations. Are mineral rights in America our secret weapon for clean energy abundance? Steve Forbes on the benefits of mineral rights exploration in the U.S. and how the lack of this freedom in other countries is a costly hindrance. Steve Forbes shares his What's Ahead Spotlights each Tuesday, Thursday and Friday.

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Steve Stack is back with another episode of American Hardwood Advisor. In this episode, Amy Shields from Allegheny Hardwoods Utilization Group and Jessica Hickman Fresch, marketing and sales director at Hickman Woods, stop by Studio 3B. Listen in as Amy, Jessica and Steve discuss what sustainability means to them, wood as a natural renewable resource, the changes in forestry throughout the years, and the value of educating others on wood energy. Brought to you direct from Studio 3B at Baird Brothers Fine Hardwoods, the American Hardwood Advisor is your source for trends, tips, and insights into how the building industry has evolved. Join Steve Stack along with guest builders and industry leaders as they talk shop on what it takes to be the best of the best. Subscribe to our channel to stay up to date on the latest content on hardwood products, tutorials, tips & tricks, and interviews. Browse and buy online: www.BairdBrothers.com ORDERED easily. DELIVERED conveniently. ENJOYED comfortably.

VT Gravis Clean Energy Income fund advisor Will Argent explains why Europe's move to renewable energy sources may accelerate as a result of Russia's invasion of the Ukraine. He also explains why improving energy efficiency is just as important as bolstering renewable energy supplies in the move to net zero. Will also highlights the importance of battery storage in the renewable energy space and how rising energy prices impact the companies the fund invests in.

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Puerto Rico's power grid, which has been devastated by natural disasters and mismanagement, could be revamped using emergency funding from the U.S. federal government. But, as POLITICO's Gloria Gonzalez explains, clean energy advocates and opponents are divided on how to do that.   Gloria Gonzalez is the Deputy Energy Editor at POLITICO Pro. Nirmal Mulaikal is a POLITICO audio host-producer.  Raghu Manavalan is a senior editor for POLITICO audio. Jenny Ament is the interim executive producer of POLITICO's audio department.

Emrgy's Founder and CEO Emily Morris joins Peter on this week's episode to discuss:- The major obstacles holding back the growth of hydropower- Prototyping the first Emrgy turbines- Delivering reliable power without the need for construction or dams- Securing millions of dollars from the U.S. Dept of Energy- What types of waterways are a good fit for their turbines- Adjacent markets the company is exploring Learn more at: emrgy.com

In today's episode we continue our investigation into the actual science behind the Earth's ever changing climate, continue to provide clear evidence to counter the bogus mainstream narrative, and examine whether renewable energy sources have a realistic potential to power our nations. Today we are very fortunate to have Dr Cornelis van Kooten from the University of Victoria joining us today. Presently he holds the position of Professor of Economics and Canada Research Chair in Environmental Studies and Climate in the Department of Economics. Dr. Kooten received his Ph.D. in agricultural and resource economics from Oregon State University in 1982. Subsequently he has been an assistant and associate professor in the Department of Agricultural Economics at the University of Saskatchewan; an associate professor in the School of Management at Groningen University in the Netherlands; an associate and full professor in the Departments of Agricultural Economics and Forest Resources Management, and Chair of Agricultural Economics, at the University of British Columbia; and a professor and Chair of the Department of Applied Economics and Statistics at the University of Nevada. Dr. van Kooten has over 30 years of experience with interests that range from agricultural and forest economics to development, computational and energy economics. He has published more than 200 peer-reviewed journal articles and some 40 book chapters; he is the author or co-author of five books on land and forest economics, and co-editor of three books. His book with Erwin H. Bulte entitled The Economics of Nature (Blackwell, 2000) is considered a classic reference book for researchers in the field of wildlife and public land economics. And his 1995 paper in the American Journal of Agricultural Economics on the uptake of carbon in forest ecosystems is the standard reference for work in the field of terrestrial carbon offsets. Dr. van Kooten has been a consultant to various governments and government agencies, the United Nations, the World Bank, the European Union, and a variety of non-governmental organizations, including the International Fund for Animal Welfare and the WWF. His numerous graduate students have gone on to work in the private sector, academia and government. He is a Fellow of the Canadian Agricultural Economics Society (2012) and was awarded its Publication of Enduring Quality Award in 2011; in 2014, he won the Faculty of Social Sciences' Research Excellence Award. To learn more about Dr. van Kooten and his work please visit: https://www.vkooten.net https://www.uvic.ca/socialsciences/economics/faculty-staff/home/faculty-directory/vankootencornelis.php

What happens behind the scenes of the EU Parliament? One of the leading figures in European politics, Claude Turmes, the Minister for Energy and Minister for Spatial Planning in Luxembourg, joins Michael Liebreich for episode 21. As a member of the European Green Party and a former Member of the European Parliament for 19 years, Claude has extensive experience representing the parliament in international climate change conferences. Bio/Introduction Claude Turmes has been the rapporteur of a large number of European directives, in particular on renewable energies, energy efficiency, the electricity market and climate plans, as well as on the European lobby register. He was the rapporteur on the EU Renewable Energy Directive 2009/28. From 2004 to 2018, he was the chairman of EUFORES (European Forum for Renewable Energy Sources), the Interparliamentary association for the promotion of renewable energies in Europe. Moreover, He represented the Parliament at the 2008 United Nations Climate Change Conference in Poznań and the 2016 United Nations Climate Change Conference in Marrakech. Prior to his election to the European Parliament, Claude Turmes was an activist and, later, he volunteered to lead various environmental associations. He has been active at both the European (Friends of the Earth Europe, the European Environmental Bureau) and national level. He was a member of the Committee and Vice-President in charge of energy/climate and European affairs and Europe of the Mouvement Écologique Luxembourg from the late 1980’s to 1999. Claude Turmes was also a teacher from 1983 to 1999 in various secondary schools in Luxembourg. Claude Turmes, after completing his secondary education, he graduated in physical and sport education from the University of Louvain-la-Neuve in 1983. Parallelly to his job, Claude Turmes studied environmental technologies at the Luxembourgish University Foundation in Arlon and finished his studies without the final thesis. Claude Turmes also attended numerous continuing education training in yoga. Key links Official Bio: https://gouvernement.lu/dam-assets/documents/ministres/cv/2019/en/Turmes-EN-Oct2019.pdf Energy Transformation - An Opportunity for Europe (Claude Turme’s book) https://www.libeurop.eu/shop/product/9781785902574-energy-transformation-an-opportunity-for-europe-636012 European Forum for Renewable Energy Sources http://www.eufores.org/ The EU’s state aid regime is upside down (May 2020) https://www.euractiv.com/section/energy-environment/opinion/the-eus-state-aid-regime-is-upside-down/?fbclid=IwAR1l8DFGKKpwOkBzgo_XuQCbQLaNm8vP5ADtQVvNN9udC6kqLzq_ZX9quyc Directive 2012/27/EU of the European Parliament and of the Council (25 October 2012) https://eur-lex.europa.eu/legal-content/EN/TXT/?uri=celex%3A32012L0027 Directive 2009/28/EC of the European Parliament and of the Council (23 April 2009) https://eur-lex.europa.eu/legal-content/EN/ALL/?uri=CELEX%3A32009L0028 "LUXEMBOURG IN TRANSITION": TOWARDS ZERO CARBON BY 2050? https://delano.lu/d/detail/news/luxembourg-transition-towards-zero-carbon-2050/212145 About Cleaning Up Once a week Michael Liebreich has a conversation (and a drink) with a leader in clean energy, mobility, climate finance or sustainable development. Each episode covers the technical ground on some aspect of the low-carbon transition – but it also delves into the nature of leadership in the climate transition: whether to be optimistic or pessimistic; how to communicate in order to inspire change; personal credos; and so on. And it should be fun – most of the guests are Michael’s friends. Follow Cleaning Up on Twitter: [https://twitter.com/MLCleaningUp](https://twitter.com/MLCleaningUp) Follow Cleaning Up on Linkedin: [https://www.linkedin.com/company/cleaning-up-with-michael-liebreich](https://www.linkedin.com/company/cleaning-up-with-michael-liebreich) Follow Cleaning Up on Facebook: [https://www.facebook.com/MLCleaningUp](https://www.facebook.com/MLCleaningUp) Links to other Podcast Platforms: [https://www.cleaningup.live/](https://www.cleaningup.live/)

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*With AG Bill Barr as his Shield, Trump Regime Enters New Phase of American Authoritarianism; Jason Stanley is the Jacob Urowsky Prof of Philosophy at Yale Univ and author of “How Fascism Works;” Producer: Scott Harris. * Betraying Campaign Pledge, Trump Proposes Deep Cuts to Social Security, Medicare and Medicaid; Alex Lawson, Executive Director of the group Social Security Works; Producer: Scott Harris. * US Energy Grid Must be Modernized to Accommodate Growth in Renewable Energy Sources; Peter Shattuck, president of Connecticut Ocean Grid for Anbaric; Producer: Melinda Tuhus.

The Speaking of Travel + Climate Listening Project Series with Dayna Reggero continues with special guest, Veronica Butcher, joining us from Mothers and Others for Clean Air (M&O). M&O is a unique partnership of leading public health and child advocacy organizations working to advance public policy to improve air quality and fight climate change in order to reduce the effects of air pollution on public health, especially children’s health. M&O works to reduce pollution from transportation and other sources and promote clean renewable energy sources, energy-efficiency and conservation.To unite new partners and to have more of an impact, M&O is expanding throughout the Southeast and now has staff in both Georgia and North Carolina.M&O and its partners are working to reduce pollution from coal-fired power plants, cars, trucks, building and industrial energy use, and promote clean renewable energy sources, energy-efficiency and conservation.Veronica Butcher has over 19 years of advocacy and policy experience on the national and state levels. She served as Policy Advisor on Energy & Environment to Governor Beverly Perdue, the first woman Governor of North Carolina.

Nesse episódio, nossa equipe recebe o Pesquisador Pedro Abrão Seabra Filter(http://lattes.cnpq.br/1937443594377974) para um bate-papo nada convencional sobre políticas de incentivo à adoção de energias renováveis, direito ambiental e muitas outras coisas. Referências citadas: Balanço Energético Nacional: Disponível em < http://www.epe.gov.br/pt/publicacoes-dados-abertos/publicacoes/balanco-energetico-nacional-2019>; CALIENDO, Paulo; CAVALCANTE, Denise Lucena. Tributação ambiental e energias renováveis. Porto Alegre: Editora Fi, 2016; Alvorada: Como o incentivo à energia solar fotovoltaica pode transformar o Brasil. Disponível em < https://storage.googleapis.com/planet4-brasil-stateless/2018/07/Relatorio_Alvorada_Greenpeace_Brasil.pdf>; Renewable Energy Sources and Climate Change Mitigation - Special Report of the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change . Disponível em

Gudrun talks to Zaheer Ahamed about the influence of an increasing number of Electric vehicles (EV) to the electrical grid. Zaheer just finished the ENTECH Master's program. He started it with his first year at the Karlsruhe Institute for Technology (KIT) and continued in Uppsala University for the second year.Gudrun was part of the grading process of Zaheer's master thesis "Estimating Balancing Capacities of Electric Vehicles on the German and Swedish grids in 2030". The rising awareness of pollution from transport is leading to innovations within the transport sector. At the moment EVs are the leading technology. With many countries Germany and Sweden joined the so-called EV30@30 campaign, aiming for 30% of new vehicles sales to be electric by 2030. These ambitions alongside an ever increasing capacity of variable renewable energy sources (RES) in our power systems, pose a concerning challenge for Transmission systems operators (TSO) to maintain proper power system operation. Imbalances between supply and demand are undesirable in any electrical power system and with the rising popularity of EVs and RES such events are only expected to continue or increase.Fortunately, with the recent development of Vehicle to grid (V2G) concepts as well as extensive studies into the load-shifting potential of EVs, EVs presents an interesting solution for power system balancing distributed energy storage system. Zaheer's study showed that EV are capable of balancing the grid for approximately 60% of the time providing 55-60% of the total balancing energy required. However, the operation also took heavy toll on the EV’s battery performance as it could potentially reduce its life to a 1/7th of its original lifetime. References Commission Regulation (EU) 2017/1485 of 2 August 2017 on establishing a guideline on electricity transmission system operation, 2017. S. Weitemeyer e.a.: Integration of Renewable Energy Sources in future power systems: The role of storage. Renewable Energy, 75 pp.14-20, 2015. D.M.Greenwood e.a.: Frequency response services designed for energy storage. Applied Energy, 203 pp.115-127, 2017. Eurostat Database J. Schäuble e.a.: Generating electric vehicle load profiles from empirical data of three EV fleets in Southwest Germany. Journal of Cleaner Production, 150 pp.253-266, 2017. Podcasts Volker Quaschning, Tim Pritlove: Energiewende, Forschergeist 053, Stifterverband / Metaebene, 2018. V. Auinger, G. Thäter: Optimale Akkuladung, Gespräch im Modellansatz Podcast, Folge 160, Fakultät für Mathematik, Karlsruher Institut für Technologie (KIT), 2018. http://modellansatz.de/optimale-akkuladung M. Lösch, S. Ritterbusch: Smart Meter Gateway, Gespräch im Modellansatz Podcast, Folge 135, Fakultät für Mathematik, Karlsruher Institut für Technologie (KIT), 2017. http://modellansatz.de/smart-meter M. Maier, G. Thäter: Akkumulatoren, Gespräch im Modellansatz Podcast, Folge 123, Fakultät für Mathematik, Karlsruher Institut für Technologie (KIT), 2017. http://modellansatz.de/akkumulatoren D. Schumann, M. Voelter: Elektromobilität, Omega Tau Podcast 163, Makus Völter und Nora Ludewig, 2015. J. Dickmann, S. Ritterbusch: Pumpspeicherkraftwerke, Gespräch im Modellansatz Podcast, Folge 5, Fakultät für Mathematik, Karlsruher Institut für Technologie (KIT), 2013.

Gudrun talks to Zaheer Ahamed about the influence of an increasing number of Electric vehicles (EV) to the electrical grid. Zaheer just finished the ENTECH Master's program. He started it with his first year at the Karlsruhe Institute for Technology (KIT) and continued in Uppsala University for the second year.Gudrun was part of the grading process of Zaheer's master thesis "Estimating Balancing Capacities of Electric Vehicles on the German and Swedish grids in 2030". The rising awareness of pollution from transport is leading to innovations within the transport sector. At the moment EVs are the leading technology. With many countries Germany and Sweden joined the so-called EV30@30 campaign, aiming for 30% of new vehicles sales to be electric by 2030. These ambitions alongside an ever increasing capacity of variable renewable energy sources (RES) in our power systems, pose a concerning challenge for Transmission systems operators (TSO) to maintain proper power system operation. Imbalances between supply and demand are undesirable in any electrical power system and with the rising popularity of EVs and RES such events are only expected to continue or increase.Fortunately, with the recent development of Vehicle to grid (V2G) concepts as well as extensive studies into the load-shifting potential of EVs, EVs presents an interesting solution for power system balancing distributed energy storage system. Zaheer's study showed that EV are capable of balancing the grid for approximately 60% of the time providing 55-60% of the total balancing energy required. However, the operation also took heavy toll on the EV’s battery performance as it could potentially reduce its life to a 1/7th of its original lifetime. References Commission Regulation (EU) 2017/1485 of 2 August 2017 on establishing a guideline on electricity transmission system operation, 2017. S. Weitemeyer e.a.: Integration of Renewable Energy Sources in future power systems: The role of storage. Renewable Energy, 75 pp.14-20, 2015. D.M.Greenwood e.a.: Frequency response services designed for energy storage. Applied Energy, 203 pp.115-127, 2017. Eurostat Database J. Schäuble e.a.: Generating electric vehicle load profiles from empirical data of three EV fleets in Southwest Germany. Journal of Cleaner Production, 150 pp.253-266, 2017. Podcasts Volker Quaschning, Tim Pritlove: Energiewende, Forschergeist 053, Stifterverband / Metaebene, 2018. V. Auinger, G. Thäter: Optimale Akkuladung, Gespräch im Modellansatz Podcast, Folge 160, Fakultät für Mathematik, Karlsruher Institut für Technologie (KIT), 2018. http://modellansatz.de/optimale-akkuladung M. Lösch, S. Ritterbusch: Smart Meter Gateway, Gespräch im Modellansatz Podcast, Folge 135, Fakultät für Mathematik, Karlsruher Institut für Technologie (KIT), 2017. http://modellansatz.de/smart-meter M. Maier, G. Thäter: Akkumulatoren, Gespräch im Modellansatz Podcast, Folge 123, Fakultät für Mathematik, Karlsruher Institut für Technologie (KIT), 2017. http://modellansatz.de/akkumulatoren D. Schumann, M. Voelter: Elektromobilität, Omega Tau Podcast 163, Makus Völter und Nora Ludewig, 2015. J. Dickmann, S. Ritterbusch: Pumpspeicherkraftwerke, Gespräch im Modellansatz Podcast, Folge 5, Fakultät für Mathematik, Karlsruher Institut für Technologie (KIT), 2013.

These are exciting times in the role of energy, the way people produce and consume is changing in front of our eyes…” and that’s where Lynne Mc Donald (UK Power Networks), who joined the Advisory Board of the SmartNet Project in Glasgow, sees the benefit of the SmartNet project. The SmartNet project arises from the need to find answers and propose new practical solutions to the increasing integration of Renewable Energy Sources in the existing electricity transmission network. The subsequent technological (r)evolution is not only affecting the structure of the electricity markets, but also the interactions between TSOs and DSOs. Learn more on the project here: http://smartnet-project.eu

What lessons from the SmartNet Project? Interviews with the stakeholders #1: Andrew Burgess (CEER, OFGEM) ‘What is interesting of the SmartNet project is that it’s looking at difficult issues in detail and it’s trialling them to see what works’ Highlights from the SmartNet Project Advisory Board (Glasgow - February 2018) The EU Horizon2020 funded SmartNet project arises from the need to find answers and propose new practical solutions to the increasing integration of Renewable Energy Sources in the existing electricity transmission network. http://smartnet-project.eu/

Eighteen years ago, the state of Maryland deregulated its electricity market with the idea that a free market would give consumers cheaper rates. This has since led to the proliferation of retail electricity suppliers competing for the attention and affection of consumers. With renewable energy production currently on the rise, these suppliers have also been touting what they call “green electricity” plans. Have consumers made the switch toward these alternative energy plans? Has deregulation delivered on the promise of lowering prices? Kent Mottice will be here to help answer those questions. He is the Energy Policy Manager at the Maryland Energy Administration , the state agency whose mission is ----to promote affordable, reliable and cleaner energy for the benefit of all Marylanders.---- Tim Brennan is a professor at the University of Maryland Baltimore County where he teaches Economics and Public Policy. He’s also a senior fellow at Resources for the Future , an organization committed to

Developing clean, renewable energy sources is a global challenge. But through advances in semiconductor nanowire technology, University of California, Berkeley chemist Peidong Yang has a potential game-changer in the field of artificial photosynthesis. Yang and his colleagues are developing a way to capture carbon dioxide from the air and turn it into a sustainable transportation fuel. Yang says the whole system looks like a semiconductor chip. "They look like a forest of nanowires. And underneath these forests basically, we culture these bacteria. So the bacteria basically is directly attached to the semiconductor surface." This artificial forest of nanowires could reduce carbon dioxide from the air in part by generating enough energy from sunlight. Basically it provides the capability to capture as much as possible, the solar spectrum, because that’s the energy input to these carbon dioxide reduction reactions. Second, it provides interface with these bacteria so that the bacteria can take the energy and the electron from the whole process and do the next step, which is the CO2 reduction.

ABSTRACT: Open spaces can play an important role in cooling our cities. By providing networks of clean air and helping us to escape the heat of the built environment, they can be viewed as effective climate regulators. Focusing on the concept of adaptation, this talk tries to explain how it influences outdoor comfort, enabling us to inhabit and get satisfaction from outdoor spaces. Understanding peopleʼs thermal experience in urban spaces can inform our vocabulary of independent physical interventions. Ultimately, such knowledge can enable us to use design constructively to improve environmental quality and increase our adaptive capacity under climate change. BIOGRAPHY: Marialena Nikolopoulou is Professor of Sustainable Architecture at the University of Kent. Prior to that she was Director of the EDEn research unit at the University of Bath and Research Associate at the Centre for Renewable Energy Sources, where she led the EU-funded project “Rediscovering the Urban Realm and Open Spaces”. Her work on outdoor thermal comfort has received international recognition, including the Human Biometeorology Scientific Award by the International Society of Biometeorology, and stimulated field surveys in open spaces across the world.

Guest : Mats Leijon November 24 2002 Discussing renewable energy and the research within the area. The demand of energy keeps on increasing and plenty of people have a say, could this reasearch bring us closer to a solution ? This discussion between Mats Leijon and Eric Paglia might give … more >>