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California is embracing wave power technology to generate electricity from ocean waves, which will help power thousands of homes. A new study challenges the long-standing belief that rooftop solar is a burden on California's customers, showing that it actually benefits the state. This update offers hope for the future of solar power in California. Read more from Canary Media.

• China's Open Sea Solar Farm: China has just powered up the world’s largest open-sea solar farm, which also incorporates fish farming. This innovative project showcases the potential of combining solar energy with marine aquaculture to boost renewable energy production. More on this from Electrek.

• COP29 Climate Talks: As COP29 unfolds, key figures are calling for a complete redesign of the conference. One major suggestion: reducing the influence of fossil fuel lobbyists, who currently outnumber climate negotiators. The conference is in its final week, and tensions are rising over the role of developing countries in achieving decarbonization goals.

  More details on COP29 from Electrek.

The Lightning Round:

• Air Pollution in India: India is currently experiencing extreme air pollution, with levels up to 130 times above the recommended safety threshold. Flights and trains have been canceled due to the severity of the pollution.

• Bomb Cyclone: A bomb cyclone is forming off the coast of the Pacific Northwest, with winds strong enough to rival a hurricane. This rare weather event is a stark reminder of the power of climate extremes.

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1. Solar panels are built to last, often functioning for decades beyond their warranty. When they’re replaced, many are finding a second life in energy-poor regions like sub-Saharan Africa, where access to electricity can transform communities. Programs like Solar Sister help distribute these panels to power mobile phone chargers, e-bikes, and even entire villages. For example, an original Bell Labs PV cell from 1954 is still producing power 70 years later.

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2. This holiday season, Australia will pioneer V2G technology that allows electric vehicles to feed electricity back to the grid, helping balance supply and demand. Learn more about this development in Electrek’s report.

3. Could a single solar panel lift someone out of energy poverty?

4. In a surprising move, Exxon’s CEO has urged the U.S. to remain in the Paris Climate Agreement. This unexpected stance from an oil giant hints at complex motivations. Check out the details in Bloomberg’s report.

Listener Mail:

• Alex: A listener and sustainability expert, Alex, wrote in to share insights on the longevity and recycling of solar panels, noting that panels can often be used beyond their initial lifespan for energy-poor regions.
• Nate from Oregon Seaweed: Nate, the chief scientist at Oregon Seaweed, left us a voicemail discussing the potential of kelp as a sustainable energy source.
• Bob: Listener Bob sent us an article on Canada’s proposed emissions cap on oil and gas companies. Learn more in this piece from the National Observer.
• Larry from Saskatchewan Renewable Energy Coalition: Larry invited us to discuss the Saskatchewan Renewable Energy Coalition, a group promoting renewable energy education in Saskatchewan.

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Sheep grazing under solar panels in Australia are producing higher-quality wool! Could agrivoltaics be the future of sustainable farming? Scientists predict that the Atlantic Meridional Overturning Circulation (AMOC) could collapse in just 15 years, threatening severe weather disruptions. Learn what this could mean for global climate.

Solar Panel Recycling Advances A new plant in Georgia will soon recycle up to 99% of solar panel materials, taking a big step toward reducing solar waste. More details here: Electrek

Listener Mailbag

• Damon from Tasmania asks about carbon capture's effectiveness.
• Michael on Patreon shares insights into biochar and praises our climate activism.

Automotive Updates

• Toyota's Decline: With EV demand rising, Toyota’s production drops for the first time in four years. Electrek
• Ford’s F-150 Lightning Halt: Production of the Lightning will be paused for two months. Electrek

Lightning Round

• Honda’s Electric SUV Success: Honda's Prologue EV is outpacing the Chevy Blazer in sales, signaling strong consumer interest.
• Saudi Arabia’s Battery Push: The kingdom launches a tender for 8 GWh of battery storage, one of the largest in the world.
• Remote Work Reduces Emissions: A report finds Ottawa public servants working remotely produce 25% fewer emissions than office workers. The Energy Mix

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Louisville has launched America's first 100% electric garbage truck fleet. These trucks are perfectly suited for waste collection with heavy loads, stop-and-go conditions, and low speeds. James shares insights from The Saskatchewan Survivor's Guide podcast, featuring former center-left Canadian politician Cathy Sproule. Why climate policies often don’t get political attention, even among left-leaning parties. Revised episode!

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• Biochar: The Carbon-Saving Solution Biochar, a product of burning forest materials at low temperatures, could help sequester carbon when applied to soil, rather than releasing it. This technology offers promising results in fire management and agriculture.

  • Read the Minnesota Public Radio Article
  • More from the U.S. National Forest Service

• Hurricane Relief with Solar Microgrids Following Hurricane Helene, the Footprint Project has provided North Carolina with solar-powered microgrids to replace polluting diesel generators. This initiative powers essentials, from food trucks to water filtration, sustainably. Canary Media Article

• Electric Hydrofoil Ferries in Sweden Sweden has launched the world’s first-ever electric hydrofoil ferry service, a cutting-edge leap towards emission-free maritime transport. Read More

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• Claude from Lethbridge, Alberta: Comments on UCP attack ads in the podcast’s pre-roll ads. Thanks for sharing, Claude!
• Derek: Asks about biochar and its applications for carbon reduction.

Lightning Round Highlights

• Electricity-powered garbage trucks launch in Louisville, CO.
• Bloomberg BNEF analysts find electrification outpacing hydrogen in decarbonizing sectors. Hydrogen Insight Article
• Sri Lanka installing solar on religious sites with support from the Indian government. Read More

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A listener review sparks a discussion on the environmental benefits of Chinese-made electric vehicles (EVs) versus the human rights concerns, particularly regarding the Uyghur population. Uber plans to transition to an all-electric fleet by 2030 in Canada. The International Energy  Agency (IEA) predicts oil demand will peak before 2030. What does this mean for clean energy's future?

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• Google Goes Big on Solar: Google is expanding its investment in solar energy to power data centers. We explore the potential impact on Texas.
• Human Rights & EV Supply Chains: Amnesty International’s latest report calls out major automakers like BYD and Mitsubishi for failing to protect human rights in their EV supply chains.

Additional Topics:

• Barry's tracking solar panels.
• Ford CEO Jim Farley's candid insights on EV development.
• Amnesty International’s ranking of EV companies based on their human rights practices.

Lightning Round:

• Tesla's Blade Runner lawsuit.
• Russia’s use of electric motorcycles in its military.
• New $35,000 Chevy Equinox EV available for order.
• Major discovery of lithium deposits in Arkansas that could supply the world’s EV batteries demand.

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A new offshore wind turbine sets a size record, so big it might just brush the moon.  Google is betting big on nuclear energy to power its AI data centers. James envisions a robotaxi future, making some bold predictions.

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• Goldman Sachs’ Surprising Battery Outlook: Discover what Goldman Sachs predicts for next year's battery market. Read more on Goldman’s report.
• Florida Hurricanes & EV Owners: Find out how EV owners handled Florida’s recent hurricanes, using their vehicles to power their homes during outages.
• Rammed Earth Project Update: Brian shares the latest on his rammed earth project.
• Tesla’s Megapack Solution: Tesla brought in a Megapack to support areas hit by hurricanes with power outages. See Tesla’s Megapack in action.

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1. Google & Nuclear Power: Google signs a deal with Kairos Power for a 500 MW small modular reactor (SMR) fleet to power data centers. Learn more about Google’s nuclear energy investment.
2. Offshore Wind Turbine Record: Dongfang Electric announces a 26 MW offshore wind turbine, surpassing the previous record by 31%. Full details on the new record.
3. Tesla RoboTaxi Event Highlights: Tesla unveiled a two-seater RoboTaxi and wireless charging technology at the event.
4. Tesla's Megapack Post-Hurricane: Tesla's Megapack helps restore power after hurricanes, supporting EV chargers. Find out how Tesla supported hurricane-hit areas.

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• Air pollution from fossil fuels kills 5 million people annually in the Global South.
• Global EV sales rose 20% in August 2024.
• The US government announced $612M in funding for hurricane-impacted regions' grid projects.
• Toyota predicts job losses with the shift to EVs.
• Read more about battery price predictions.

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James and Brian dive into Tesla's upcoming Robotaxi event and take Full Self-Driving (FSD) Beta for a spin—literally! They share their thoughts on Tesla's progress and where Waymo stands in the self-driving race.

Meanwhile, Hurricane Milton is bearing down on Florida, raising concerns over climate change, and we cover how it's affecting clean energy preparedness. We’ll also touch on Great Britain's reduced risk of winter blackouts despite closing coal power plants, while James braces for his own blackout challenges.

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• An Australian coal plant can’t secure loans—could this be the beginning of the end?
• Electric Ubers charging ahead during hurricanes while gas stations run dry.
• The surprising rise of battery storage in India and beyond.

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• Brian & James’ Tesla FSD Beta Test: Join Brian and James as they take Tesla's Full Self-Driving Beta software for a test drive. Spoiler alert: the software now comes with next-of-kin notifications!

• Hurricane Milton's Impact on Clean Energy: How the massive storm threatening Florida highlights the vulnerabilities and strengths of clean energy systems during extreme weather.

• Global Clean Energy Updates:

  • Great Britain’s power grid: Why winter blackouts are less of a concern, even with coal plants shutting down.
  • Australia: A coal plant struggles to secure financing, but a clean energy future is closer than you think.
  • India's battery energy storage market is growing faster than ever.

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• Brian talks about his recent rammed earth pilot project.
• James shares his son's experiences riding an electric school bus.
• How a Chinese documentary opened James' eyes to energy issues in Chongqing.
• A fascinating new service where electric bike couriers drive drunk people home using their own cars.

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• NYC E-Bike Fire Deaths Drop: James explores why deaths from e-bike battery fires are plummeting in New York City.
• Tesla vs. Waymo: James’ research reveals that Tesla’s robotaxi ambitions are still far from becoming a reality, while Waymo is quietly scaling up.
• EU Tariffs on Chinese EVs: The European Union is set to impose tariffs on Chinese-made EVs, and we’ll discuss the impact on the market.

Lightning Round:

• Midwest solar farms boost property values.
• Paris transforms parking lots into green spaces.
• Maine’s major shift away from heating oil to electric heat pumps.

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• Paris has planted 150,000 trees in the last decade.
• Renewables hit a new peak in Australia, delivering 74% of electricity nationwide.
• Nearly 3.5 million people in the U.S. now work in the clean energy sector.

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(0:00) Hurricane Catastrophe (1:25) Floridians Evacuate (2:33) Clean Energy Show Begins (6:11) Rammed Earth Cottage Plans (8:53) Innovative Building Techniques (11:59) Cottage Construction Update (14:05) Future of Rammed Earth (14:30) Electric Bus Experience (17:41) Weathering Strong Winds (22:34) E-Bike Battery Safety (26:06) New York City Battery Fires (32:24) Tesla's Full Self-Driving (34:29) Robo-Taxi Event Preview (37:39) EU Tariffs on Chinese EVs (38:59) Massachusetts Heat Pump Initiative (41:59) Hurricane Milton Update (47:00) Electric Vehicles in Emergencies (49:00) UK's Energy Transition Success (50:16) Lightning Round Begins (56:10) Climate Report Findings

EV owners in the path of Hurricane Helene are being urged to move their cars to higher ground—find out why electric vehicles submerged in water are at risk of catching fire. California passes a new law to make the power grid smarter. Will this lead to a greener, more resilient energy future? Solar expert Jenny Chase is back with her annual tweet storm, offering sharp insights into the state of solar energy worldwide. Meta, Facebook's parent company, is teaming up to clean up concrete, an industry known for heavy CO2 emissions. Can AI and green tech revolutionize construction? 

Also in this Episode:

• Ford is offering free home charger installation with no cost ceiling! We'll explain what this means for new EV owners.
• California's governor vetoes a bill that would have supported solar energy installations in schools. How will this decision impact future sustainability in education? Read more here.
• Big news: We’re launching a Patreon membership program! Find out how you can support the show and get perks like ad-free episodes, early access to content, and monthly bonus podcasts.

Host Updates:

• Brian's Trip to Milwaukee: Electric buses, public bike rentals, and the city’s clean energy efforts caught his attention, though EVs were surprisingly scarce.
• James's Saskatoon Adventure: The “Milwaukee of Saskatchewan,” James tested his EV and even found a Florida EV that survived a joyride but was left riddled with bullets!

Main Stories:

• Electric Vehicles & Flood Risk: EVs submerged in water can catch fire due to short circuits in their batteries. Florida's governor warned owners to move their EVs before the storm. More on flooded EV risks here.
• California’s Smart Grid Law: California has enacted a law that promises to modernize the state's electrical grid, focusing on solar and renewable energy fixes. Read more here.
• Meta & Greener Concrete: Facebook’s parent company, Meta, is looking to green up its AI data centers by making concrete production cleaner. Learn more here.

Lightning Round:

• The U.S. has officially restarted a decommissioned nuclear plant for the first time. Details on Palisades Nuclear Generating Station's restart.
• GM’s Equinox EV LT, the most affordable EV with 300 miles of range, has arrived at dealerships.
• The UK has officially phased out coal power as of October 1st, making it the first G7 country to do so.
• Fully Charged Show is teaming up with Stop Burning Stuff to raise awareness about the clean energy transition.

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GM’s big move to join Tesla’s Supercharger network, Australia’s rooftop solar overload, and Microsoft reviving the infamous Three Mile Island nuclear facility to power AI. Plus, we’ll discuss a billion-dollar solar-battery project in Utah, some cheeky comments about ice hockey, and much more!

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This Week’s Headlines:

• GM EVs Get Tesla Supercharger Access: GM doubles fast-charging options in North America, but you’ll have to pay for the adapter. Full article on The Verge
• Australia’s Solar Kill Switch: Australia’s booming rooftop solar power requires a kill switch to manage excess energy. But maybe James’s tanning bed could help balance things out! Read more on Renew Economy
• Microsoft and Three Mile Island Nuclear: The once-infamous nuclear facility is getting a fresh start to power AI, thanks to a massive $1.6 billion investment. Full story on Electrek
• Utah’s $1B Solar + Battery Project: Ground has broken on a massive solar and battery storage project that could change the energy landscape in Utah. Read the article on Electrek

Main Discussion Topics:

• GM and Tesla Superchargers: Why GM's access to Tesla Superchargers is a game changer for EVs, and the impact on charging times for various vehicles like the Bolt EV, Mustang Mach-E, and Hyundai Ioniq 5. Plus, how much that pesky adapter will cost! Full article on The Verge
• Low Power Demand in Australia: We explore Australia’s struggle to manage rooftop solar surpluses and why they may need to turn off solar generation at times. Read more on Renew Economy
• Three Mile Island Nuclear Revival: Microsoft’s massive investment to revive the plant for AI energy needs, and the implications for nuclear energy’s future. Full story on Electrek
• Listener Mailbag: A listener asks why the U.S. can’t get cheaper Chinese EVs, and we dive into the geopolitical concerns surrounding Chinese automotive tech. Read the Reuters article

Lightning Round:

• China smashes records for wind and solar additions.
• UK nuclear decommissioning to cost £132 billion. BBC article
• Carrier HVAC launches new heat pumps that work in extreme cold. Full story on Cooling Post
• How EV charging stations are boosting retail spending. Study published in Nature

Fast Facts:

• The 600 GW of solar being added worldwide in 2024 will produce the same amount of electricity as 150 nuclear reactors!

Mailbag: Listener Paul asks about the future of Chinese EVs in the U.S. following new software crackdown proposals by the Biden administration. We explore the pros, cons, and the bigger implications for global trade and technology. Read more on Reuters

Closing Remarks: Thank you for listening to episode 230! We love hearing from our listeners, so don’t hesitate to reach out at [email protected] or leave us a voicemail at Speakpipe. Subscribe to get new episodes every week, and don’t forget to check out our merch store.

Links Mentioned in the Show:

• GM EVs get access to Tesla Supercharger Network The Verge
• Microsoft reviving Three Mile Island Electrek
• $1 Billion Solar-Battery Project in Utah Electrek
• Low Power Demand in Australia Renew Economy
• Biden’s proposal on Chinese EVs Reuters

 

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