Dr. Michelle Foss breaks down the intricate web of energy transition, what it means for the future of resources, and the role of the U.S. in the global mining landscape. Don't miss this deep dive into a critical topic!
Time Stamps
- 00:58 - Episode & Guest Intro
- 02:32 - Dr. Foss' Background and Career Journey
- 08:32 - Historical Context of Energy and Mining
- 14:19 - Challenges in Modern Energy Projects
- 17:09 - Global Supply Chains and Material Dependencies
- 21:47 - Realities of Energy Transition Costs
- 25:20 - Voter Sentiments and Policy Implications
- 27:14 - Commercial Viability of Energy Projects
- 29:34 - Future of Energy and Land Management
- 33:31 - Technological Innovations and Industry Improvements
- 34:01 - Applying Technology to Alternative Energy
- 35:01 - Nanotube Fibers and Wind Turbines
- 36:33 - Challenges in Electric Power Grids
- 37:58 - Global Supply Chains and China's Role
- 41:41 - Mining and Mineral Production in the U.S.
- 48:32 - Future of U.S. Mining Projects
- 59:08 - Episode Outro
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Snippets from the Episode
- "The whole idea that you could do this and the energy transition would be cheap was probably bad advertising because it's not, it's expensive. -Dr. Michelle Foss
- “We've been saying for years the wind and solar businesses need to grow up for crying out loud.” -Dr. Michelle Foss
- ”Renewable, I hate that word because nothing is renewable.” -Dr. Michelle Foss
- ”What a lot of people have come to realize is that that magical phrase, energy transition, you don't get that unless you have a materials transition.” -Dr. Michelle Foss
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