15 episodes

Energy and technology are ever evolving and it’s hard to keep up with the changes. Let Leo and John guide you through the electric vehicle revolution and the role nickel plays in it. Think nickel and have a green day!---Dear Nickelheads, the content of this podcast is meant for general interest purposes only and not intended to be interpreted as financial investment advice. We advise you do your own due diligence and consult a licensed financial advisor before making any investment decisions.

Green Nickel 101 Leo and John

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Energy and technology are ever evolving and it’s hard to keep up with the changes. Let Leo and John guide you through the electric vehicle revolution and the role nickel plays in it. Think nickel and have a green day!---Dear Nickelheads, the content of this podcast is meant for general interest purposes only and not intended to be interpreted as financial investment advice. We advise you do your own due diligence and consult a licensed financial advisor before making any investment decisions.

    Battery Advancements and Solid State

    Battery Advancements and Solid State

    How are batteries evolving to store more power and be more efficient for consumers? Leo and John talk about the advancement in battery technology and how it will improve EV adoption worldwide.

    Think nickel and have a green day!

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    Resources: 
    - https://www.bnnbloomberg.ca/sk-targets-new-ev-battery-technology-two-years-ahead-of-rivals-1.1673767 
    - https://www.reuters.com/business/autos-transportation/exclusive-global-carmakers-now-target-515-billion-evs-batteries-2021-11-10/ 
    - Spotlight:  https://drive.google.com/file/d/10a7EGc1KHKgXBb5TtHrlju6KxzV28PtK/view?usp=sharing

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    Dear Nickelheads, the content of this podcast is meant for general interest purposes only and is not intended to be interpreted as financial investment advice. 

    We advise you to do your own due diligence and consult a licensed financial advisor before making any investment decisions. 

    • 25 min
    Smart Charging and a Cordless Future

    Smart Charging and a Cordless Future

    How can we make EVs more convenient for consumers? Leo and John talk about the advancement in smart & wireless charging for EVs and how it will improve EV adoption worldwide

    Think nickel and have a green day!

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    Resources: 
    - https://www.greencarreports.com/news/1130055_wireless-ev-charging-gets-a-boost-single-standard-will-harmonize-systems-up-to-11-kw
    - https://www.powerelectronicsnews.com/wireless-charging-technology-for-evs/#:~:text=Wireless%20car%20charging%20is%20an,interview%20with%20Power%20Electronics%20News.
    - https://www.autoblog.com/2021/09/23/michigan-whitmer-ev-charging-network-lake-michigan-shoreline/
    - Spotlight:  https://www.reuters.com/business/cop/world-scrambles-contain-damage-greenhouse-gas-emissions-hit-record-2021-10-25/

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    Dear Nickelheads, the content of this podcast is meant for general interest purposes only and is not intended to be interpreted as financial investment advice. 

    We advise you to do your own due diligence and consult a licensed financial advisor before making any investment decisions. 

    • 29 min
    Are We Ready for a Super Cycle?

    Are We Ready for a Super Cycle?

    How Canada can become a leader in the energy and battery revolution? Leo and John talk about the upcoming commodity super cycle and what actions Canada should follow to be ready for it.

    Think nickel and have a green day!
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    Resources: 
    - Canadian Mining Journal: https://www.canadianminingjournal.com/news/jv-article-magna-mining-aiming-to-capitalize-on-a-once-in-a-generation-nickel-cycle/ 
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    Dear Nickelheads, the content of this podcast is meant for general interest purposes only and is not intended to be interpreted as financial investment advice. 

    We advise you to do your own due diligence and consult a licensed financial advisor before making any investment decisions. 
    Tartisan NickelEV Battery Metals Mining CompanyDisclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.

    • 26 min
    Battery Power vs Hydrogen

    Battery Power vs Hydrogen

    Are there any other ways to generate and store power that is more efficient than batteries? Leo and John debate on the effectiveness of hydrogen as a mean to generate energy and if it could be better than modern batteries configurations.

    Think nickel and have a green day!
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    Resources: 
    - Reuters: https://www.reuters.com/technology/german-auto-giants-place-their-bets-hydrogen-cars-2021-09-22/
    - Bloomberg's Tartisan Nickel Press Release: https://www.bloomberg.com/press-releases/2021-10-13/tartisan-nickel-corp-intersects-25-5-metres-of-1-13-ni-0-61-cu-including-4-5-metres-of-2-96-ni-1-66-cu-and-1
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    Dear Nickelheads, the content of this podcast is meant for general interest purposes only and is not intended to be interpreted as financial investment advice. 

    We advise you to do your own due diligence and consult a licensed financial advisor before making any investment decisions. 
    Tartisan NickelEV Battery Metals Mining CompanyDisclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.

    • 29 min
    Eco Sustainable and Safe Batteries

    Eco Sustainable and Safe Batteries

    How would we as consumers know if the batteries we are using are sourced in ecofriendly ways? Leo and John explain how different certifications are being created to give certainty to consumers and allow for the halting of the effects battery production might have on the environment.

    Think nickel and have a green day!
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    Resources: 
    - European Commission: https://ec.europa.eu/environment/topics/waste-and-recycling/batteries-and-accumulators_en 
    - Earth.org:   https://ec.europa.eu/environment/topics/waste-and-recycling/batteries-and-accumulators_en
    - Utilitydive: https://www.utilitydive.com/news/electric-vehicle-battery-sustainability-is-a-must-to-meet-climate-ambitions/584523/
    - Clean Energy Wire: https://www.cleanenergywire.org/news/clean-batteries-key-hurdle-carmakers-race-go-green
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    Dear Nickelheads, the content of this podcast is meant for general interest purposes only and is not intended to be interpreted as financial investment advice. 

    We advise you to do your own due diligence and consult a licensed financial advisor before making any investment decisions. 
    Tartisan NickelEV Battery Metals Mining CompanyDisclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.

    • 23 min
    Green Anatomy: What's Inside an EV

    Green Anatomy: What's Inside an EV

    Have you ever thought about how an electric vehicle works? Leo and John explain the anatomy of the EV and join up with a very special guest — General Motors' Cadillac Jack — to discuss the future of commercial EVs, how powerful they are, and how soon we can see them on the market. 

    Think nickel and have a green day!

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    Resources: 
    - GMC website: https://www.gmccanada.ca/en/electric/hummer-ev

    - Contact Cadillac Jack: www.highlandgm.com

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    Dear Nickelheads, the content of this podcast is meant for general interest purposes only and is not intended to be interpreted as financial investment advice. 
    We advise you to do your own due diligence and consult a licensed financial advisor before making any investment decisions. 
    Tartisan NickelEV Battery Metals Mining CompanyDisclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.

    • 28 min

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