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Not just another environmental podcast—it's a passionate and humorous deep dive into how clean technology is revolutionizing our world.

Join James and Brian weekly as they explore the critical fight against climate change, highlighting why electric vehicles (EVs) are rapidly outpacing combustion vehicles. Discover how wind and solar power are not only greener but also more cost-effective, and learn about the latest advancements in grid batteries and battery technology that are driving this transformation.

But The Clean Energy Show goes beyond just tech. Our hosts delve into the intricacies of government policy and its impact on clean energy adoption, and they also shine a light on innovative greener food technologies that are reshaping our food systems.

With each episode, James and Brian bring their unique blend of enthusiasm, expertise, and wit, making complex topics accessible and engaging. Whether you're an energy novice or a clean tech aficionado, The Clean Energy Show offers insightful discussions, the latest news, and a touch of humor that will leave you informed and inspired. Tune in and be part of the clean energy revolution—because together, we're building a cleaner, greener future.

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Not just another environmental podcast—it's a passionate and humorous deep dive into how clean technology is revolutionizing our world.

Join James and Brian weekly as they explore the critical fight against climate change, highlighting why electric vehicles (EVs) are rapidly outpacing combustion vehicles. Discover how wind and solar power are not only greener but also more cost-effective, and learn about the latest advancements in grid batteries and battery technology that are driving this transformation.

But The Clean Energy Show goes beyond just tech. Our hosts delve into the intricacies of government policy and its impact on clean energy adoption, and they also shine a light on innovative greener food technologies that are reshaping our food systems.

With each episode, James and Brian bring their unique blend of enthusiasm, expertise, and wit, making complex topics accessible and engaging. Whether you're an energy novice or a clean tech aficionado, The Clean Energy Show offers insightful discussions, the latest news, and a touch of humor that will leave you informed and inspired. Tune in and be part of the clean energy revolution—because together, we're building a cleaner, greener future.

    Renewables Saved Billions in Health and Climate Impacts in 3 Years

    Renewables Saved Billions in Health and Climate Impacts in 3 Years

    Reduced emissions in the United States from 2019 to 2022 resulted in a quarter trillion dollars in savings in climate and health benefits. Vermont becomes the first US state to require big oil to pay for climate damages. There’s a downside to cleaning up air pollution: it turns out smog slows the heating of the ocean. As the planet warms, cities around the world have created a new job: Chief Heat Officer. Heat mitigation measures include opening cooling centres, and installing air conditioning in public housing.
    Also:
    Mexico’s New President: Mexico elects a climate scientist as president. Nissan’s Electric Future: Nissan, the company with two sorta EVs, says it will stop developing internal combustion engines. Air Conditioner Program Expansion: The program to give out free air conditioners to address climate change is renewed and expanded. Chit-Chat:
    Brian is off on a road trip and counting the number of nice days. James discusses recycling, Charlie/stuffed horse, and neighbour deaths. In-Depth:
    Chief Heat Officers: From Bloomberg, Chief Heat Officers are developing a global playbook for deadly temperatures. Emissions Reduction Benefits: Increasing use of renewable energy in the US yields billions of dollars in benefits, preventing 1,200 to 1,600 premature mortalities from 2019 to 2022. Vermont’s Climate Superfund Act: Vermont’s bold move to hold oil companies accountable for climate damages. Lightning Round:
    Coal’s Decline in Europe: BNEF projects coal could disappear from European electricity generation in just five years. Mexico’s Historic Election: Claudia Sheinbaum becomes Mexico’s first woman president, focusing on climate change initiatives. Hyundai’s EV Sales Surge: Hyundai’s U.S. EV sales were up 42% in May, with the Ioniq 5 having its best month ever. Scotland’s Advertising Ban: Scotland bans SUV and cruise ship ads. BYD’s New Hybrid Powertrain: BYD unveils a hybrid powertrain capable of a 2,000 km drive. Korea’s Renewable Energy Plan: Korea plans to generate 70% of its power from clean, carbon-free sources by 2038. Alberta’s Hydrogen Highway: A new hydrogen highway in Alberta will feature a network of hydrogen refueling stations along the Queen Elizabeth II highway corridor. India’s Renewable Energy Milestone: Coal’s share in India’s installed power capacity drops below 50% for the first time since the 1960s. Closing Remarks: Please contact us at CleanEnergyShow@gmail.com. You can also find us across social media at CleanEnergyPod. Check out videos of our show on TikTok and YouTube, including special content not featured on the podcast.
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    • 47 min
    Climate Lawsuits and China's Emissions in Permanent Decline

    Climate Lawsuits and China's Emissions in Permanent Decline

    China may have peaked its emissions five years ahead of its target. So many cases against big oil are going forward on behalf of the climate. Now they're coming after the CEOs and board of directors. Tornadoes tear down wind turbines in Iowa. What is a marine court, anyway? 
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    Intro Personal Updates Brian sees a climate movie at the Yorkton Film Festival (The Clean Energy Show is a sponsor) James captures the pipeline plane that bothers him Power outage shows how society is right now BC Hydro expanding stations to northern British Columbia Charging infrastructure is up by one third in Canada New survey supports criminal charges against climate criminals First charges in France Tornado pummels turbines in Iowa Mail: Sense Home Monitoring System More on electric container ships in China Small island states win victory in marine court China looks to retaliate on tariffs The Lightning Round! China may have peaked its emissions The Clean Energy Show is released every week so be sure to subscribe on your favorite podcast app to get new episodes delivered to you free!
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    • 52 min
    Sodium-Ion Batteries Now Powering the Grid in China

    Sodium-Ion Batteries Now Powering the Grid in China

    Sodium-ion batteries are now powering the grid in China. They're cheaper than lithium-ion and can charge from 0 to 90% in 12 minutes. Electric School buses in Oakland California will be able to supply enough grid power for 300 homes. We will have your summer grid reliability forecast. Once again our home here in Canada is on the list for possible rolling blackouts. EVs set to have a big 2024. James reviews 'beefless pasta,' plant-based frozen dinner.
    Weird Elon Musk defense ad on YouTube Beefless pasta review List of restrictions for riding a robotaxi in Wuhan, China Heat pump methods Micha from http://ebikeschool.com went to Taiwan and we learned some things Video link re Gogoro scooters from Micha/Electrek: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZPZrjxuOddE Summer grids could have blackouts in North America, including Saskatchewan. Vietnam worried about outages this summer, and factories like Foxxcon need to cut back China's grid-scale sodium-ion battery Letters: Electric school buses in Oakland, California LA Times link: https://www.latimes.com/california/story/2024-05-18/oakland-unified-switches-to-all-electric-buses IEA says GDP growth driven by clean energy Tik Tok videos for this week incl. CATL Lightning Round! The Clean Energy Show is released every week so be sure to subscribe on your favorite podcast app to get new episodes delivered to you free!
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    • 44 min
    America's New Sputnik Moment: The Onslaught of Chinese EVs

    America's New Sputnik Moment: The Onslaught of Chinese EVs

    As China surges ahead with better and cheaper electric vehicles, the United States has chosen not to meet the challenge. U.S. automakers have dropped the ball and the government is putting 100% tariffs on China-made EVs in a blow to climate action.
    0:00 Intro
    18:36 China EV Tariffs
    Federal regulators in the US have decreed that utilities must now make a 20 year plan.
    Trump offers to be bought by oil executives for a billion dollars.
    Restaurants in California are fighting climate change action.
    Smokey skies return to Canada and ruin summer already in early May. Aurora hunting with James. Once in a lifetime experience. Bechdel test now a climate test for movies. Trump's Billion Dollar Bribe Offer From Elektrek, FERC, Federal Energy Regulatory Commission decrees 20 year plan. Chinese cars will have 100% tax on them for the U.S. market Shenzhen China, home of BYD now has more fast charging plugs than gas pumps listener letters Restaurants in California The Lightning Round! The Clean Energy Show is released every week so be sure to subscribe on your favorite podcast app to get new episodes delivered to you free!
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    • 48 min
    Tony Seba: Humanoid Robots Will Accelerate the Energy Transition

    Tony Seba: Humanoid Robots Will Accelerate the Energy Transition

    RethinkX says the disruption of labor by humanoid robots is here. The think tank says it will accelerate the energy transition by building things better and cheaper. Battery recycling will blow you away. Elon Musk's hissyfit slows that same transition. Wind power down due to wind being down. Recycling wetsuits. 
    Cold open: Clip from State of Charge, Tom. 
    Unfollow Everything, from 9-5 Mac Tik Tok version of our show CCS in Saskatchewan, Canada a failure. RethinkX Humanoid Robots: This time, we are the horses: the disruptions of labor by Humanoid Robots
    LINK: https://www.rethinkx.com/blog/rethinkx/the-disruption-of-labour-by-humanoid-robots Wind Power decines in the U.S. Elon Musk fires Supercharger team of 500 people due to a tantrum, will slow adoption Clips from Fred Lambert on The Electrek podcast, Batteries Included podcast Tom Maloughney, and State of Charge YT channel. Letters Green Energy Futures - Summerside, PEI, Canada smart grid. Why batteries are more than 100% recyclable.  Patagonia can completely recycle wetsuits Battery Recycling at Redwood Materials is done environmentally with smart processes. The Lightning Round!  

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    Battery Breakthrough Bonanza

    Battery Breakthrough Bonanza

    The two largest battery makers announced startling improvements in their batteries in the last month that they are immediately bringing to market. This means renewable energy can deploy much faster and electric cars will improve enough to be irresistible. The U.S. plans to upgrade one hundred thousand miles of the power transmission lines. Biden kills coal. Nevada replaces coal with batteries.
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    Brian catches up on his podcasts
    Gasoline Alley cartoon
    Mark Z. Jacobson's No Miracles Needed book
    Jacobson's evisceration of carbon capture and storage in Texas from the Fully Charged Show on YouTube
    Tesla lays off Supercharger staff. James sees this as a let down for car owners of all brands.
    Gogoro scooters expand and find second life uses for their two wheeler batteries
    Batteries where coal used to burn.
    April battery breakthroughs from CATL and BYD
    Listener letter from Montreal.
    US power line upgrades
    Biden's new coal regulations
    Honda's investment in Canadian built EVs and batteries is huge
    The Lightning Round!
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