Guest host Corey Bennett speaks with Dr. George Crabtree from Argonne National Laboratory about energy storage. They discuss the need for alternatives to lithium-ion batteries, such as solid-state, lithium-sulfur, and lithium-oxygen batteries. 

Dr. Crabtree emphasizes the impact of the Paris Accords on climate change and the urgency for innovation. He highlights the challenges of the lithium-ion supply chain and the importance of public support for continued research in energy storage technology.A Climate Change With Matt Matern is handcrafted by our friends over at: fame.so

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Carolyn Dennett, former Shell Oil consultant, discusses her 11-year tenure focused on improving safety culture post-Deepwater Horizon disaster. Despite initial success, Dennett grew disillusioned with Shell's inaction on climate change. 

Observing Shell's continued pursuit of new oil and gas licenses, she publicly criticized the company and left. Carolyn urges oil and gas companies to transition to sustainable practices and calls for collective action to enforce this change, praising Extinction Rebellion for their advocacy.A Climate Change With Matt Matern is handcrafted by our friends over at: fame.so

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Matt Matern and Dr. Amgad Elgowainy of Argonne National Laboratory discuss his work on hydrogen and electrification. Funded by the Department of Energy, Argonne develops technologies and standards for clean energy. They aim to produce hydrogen at $1/kg by 2031, focusing on clean energy sources and efficient production. A Climate Change With Matt Matern is handcrafted by our friends over at: fame.so

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Matt Matern speaks with Brian Goldstein, director of Energy Independence Now (EIN), discussing hydrogen technology. Goldstein oversees the Faraday Exchange Conference and highlights California's leadership in hydrogen. He emphasizes hydrogen's potential over battery electric vehicles due to limited metal resources. 

Goldstein talks about federal and state efforts to promote hydrogen, the role of utilities, and the need for both hydrogen and battery technologies to meet climate goals. He calls for more government support and planning.A Climate Change With Matt Matern is handcrafted by our friends over at: fame.so

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Matt Matern chats with Renee Grogan from Impossible Mining about seabed mining. Renee discusses her transition from terrestrial to seabed mining, emphasizing the need for sustainable practices and strong regulations. She opposes a moratorium on seabed mining, arguing it would hinder necessary studies and innovation. 

Renee highlights the critical need for metals for a green economy and the depletion of terrestrial resources. Impossible Mining aims to develop technology to harvest seabed minerals with minimal environmental impact.A Climate Change With Matt Matern is handcrafted by our friends over at: fame.so

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Matt Matern and Peter Lehner discuss agriculture's environmental impact. He critiques the EPA’s emission estimates, explaining how modern farming techniques and methane from livestock significantly contribute to global warming. Lehner proposes solutions like kelp feed for livestock and regulatory reforms to reduce agriculture's carbon footprint.A Climate Change With Matt Matern is handcrafted by our friends over at: fame.so

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Matt Matern and Mayor Rex Parris discuss Lancaster's sustainability efforts. Lancaster, the first U.S. city to mandate solar panels on new homes, aims to be the first hydrogen city. Parris highlights practical measures, electric public transportation, and innovative hydrogen production.A Climate Change With Matt Matern is handcrafted by our friends over at: fame.so

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Matt Matern and Dr. Sandor Mulsow discuss the International Seabed Authority (ISA) and deep-sea mining. Dr. Mulsow highlights the conflict between environmental protection and exploitation for profit, inadequate impact assessments, and the need for a mining moratorium. He emphasizes robust scientific research and global action to protect our oceans.A Climate Change With Matt Matern is handcrafted by our friends over at: fame.so

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Matt Matern speaks Dr. Brian Von Herzen, founder of the Climate Foundation. Dr. Von Herzen, a Princeton and Caltech graduate, developed marine permaculture using seaweed to restore ocean ecosystems and sequester carbon. 

His resilient platform recently won the XPrize. The Climate Foundation aims to scale this technology globally, targeting gigaton-scale CO2 reduction. Additionally, Dr. Von Herzen emphasizes biostimulants in agriculture to reduce fertilizer use and improve yields.

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Matt Matern and Traci Park, candidate for LA City Council, discuss her campaign priorities. With a legal background, she aims to address homelessness, public safety, economic recovery, infrastructure, and environmental issues through collaborative efforts with city leaders and the private sector.A Climate Change With Matt Matern is handcrafted by our friends over at: fame.so

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