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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.

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

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• 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.

Main Stories Covered:

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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Lightning Round Headlines:

• 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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• EDF Seeks Funds to Complete Hinkley Point C
• World’s First Lithium-Sulfur Gigafactory in Nevada

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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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Also in this week's headlines:

• 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.

In This Episode:

• 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.

Additional Topics:

• 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.

Key Stories:

• 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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• Meta’s Concrete Clean-Up: Canary Media
• Solar on Schools Veto: Canary Media
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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

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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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The world’s largest battery maker, unveils a battery that lasts 2.8 million kilometers, which is roughly 140 years of average driving—138 years more than Facebook memes claim about EV batteries. California is using robots to control wildfires by creating controlled burns. Think of it as a Zamboni, but with fire! India is spending $1.3 billion to subsidize electric two- and three-wheelers, along with electric ambulances. The Hague becomes the first city in the world to ban fossil fuel advertising!

Re-edited for your listening pleasure. Our Patreon launches next week!

Main Topics:

• CATL’s New Heavy-Duty EV Battery CATL is developing a revolutionary battery for heavy-duty vehicles that lasts up to 2.8 million kilometers (140 years of driving). Key features:

  • 15-year lifespan.
  • Can withstand 72 hours of water immersion.
  • Charges 60% in 12 minutes.
  • Expected to enter mass production soon, with 13 companies ready to adopt it. More details here.

• California’s Fire-Fighting Robots California is deploying robots that create controlled burns to prevent wildfires, likened to a "Zamboni but with fire."

  • Also, De Havilland Aircraft of Canada is accelerating production of water-bombing planes. Read about the robots here, and about the water bombers here.

• India’s EV Subsidy Plan India is investing $1.3 billion to promote electric two- and three-wheelers while also electrifying ambulances.

  • EV sales in India could hit 10 million units by 2030, supported by the subsidy. More details here.

Listener Mailbag:

• Richard recommends podcasts like The Fully Charged Show and Everything Electric.
• Chuck asks about gas stoves and their link to asthma, with studies showing they can increase childhood asthma risks by 30%. More info on the health risks here and here.
• David shares his story of convincing his son to switch to an EV after some initial resistance—thanks to lower operating costs and cleaner air!

Hot Take:

The 100% tariffs on Chinese EVs in North America could harm domestic automakers by delaying their efforts to catch up with Chinese competition.

Lightning Round:

• Spain’s Prime Minister commits €40 million to subsidize e-bikes.
• A battery-electric speedboat makes the same roundtrip as a gas-powered one for 95% less fuel cost.
• China installs wind and solar capacity equivalent to five new nuclear reactors every week.
• Chile leads the world with 9.4% of its primary energy coming from solar in 2023.

Closing:

That’s it for this week! Remember to reach out via email at [email protected], or leave us a voicemail at speakpipe.com/cleanenergyshow. Follow us on social media @cleanenergypod.

Links:

• CATL’s new battery
• California’s fire-fighting robots
• India’s EV subsidy plan
• The Hague’s fossil fuel ad ban

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Chinese carmaker BYD’s new truck, the BYD Shark, makes its debut on a popular YouTube channel. Both New York and LA are betting big on curbside EV charging, proving that East Coast vs. West Coast rivalries can pause for a clean energy future. Gasoline Demand Peaks? China and the US might be seeing a peak in gasoline demand, causing gas stations to rely more on lottery tickets and questionable hot dogs.

• UK Shuts Down Its Last Coal Plant: Conservative politicians respond to the cleaner air by vowing to take up smoking in protest.
• Listener Mail Highlights: An EV enthusiast races at Saskatchewan International Raceway with surprising results, and a listener shares a unique fertilizer method using tractor exhaust.

Additional Topics Covered:

• Texas's impressive solar deployment growth: from 2.6 GW to over 41 GW expected by next year.
• BYD Shark pickup truck: Midsize with half the towing capacity of Rivian or Tesla Cybertruck, but half the price.  TFLEV video here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4arWPLfoG2A&t=1272s

Lightning Round:

• Lithium-ion battery incidents on airplanes hit a five-year high.
• China’s CO2 emissions fall 1% in Q2 2024, the first drop since COVID-19.
• Tesla integrates Uber navigation into its vehicles.
• Texas becomes the US leader in utility-scale solar.

Fast Fact: Over the past 15 years, average fuel economy in the US has increased by 25%, from 20 mpg to 25 mpg.

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James shares his experiences with EV charging on a road trip, revealing the challenges of finding hotel chargers. Denver's e-bike voucher program is making waves, selling out faster than Taylor Swift tickets, and James reveals a surprising fact about the water usage of your favorite cotton t-shirt. Plus, listener stories about robotic lawn mowers and more!

Key Topics Covered:

• James's EV Road Trip: Hear about the trials and tribulations of charging an electric vehicle during a road trip, including hotel charging challenges and the unexpected camaraderie among EV drivers.
• Denver's E-Bike Voucher Program: Discover how Denver's initiative to subsidize e-bikes was a smash hit, with vouchers disappearing in record time, and the unexpected disappointment from Ticketmaster.
• The Hidden Water Cost of Cotton: James discusses the staggering amount of water required to grow the cotton for a t-shirt and the innovative entrepreneurs working to change that.
• Recycling with Apple AirTags: A Houston resident used Apple AirTags to track where her plastic recycling was really going, with surprising results.
• Listener Stories: Jeff shares his success with a robot lawn mower that keeps his cottage lawn perfectly manicured without any effort on his part.

Lightning Round:

• 2025 Hyundai Ioniq 5 to be the first non-Tesla with a NACS port.
• Global zero-carbon power generation surpasses 40% for the first time.
• China’s significant cuts in air pollution and its massive wind and solar expansion.

Listener Mail:

• From Tiernan: A listener shares their journey from being laid off to becoming a Senior Procurement Manager for a company making modular green homes. They also ask for podcast recommendations on the technical aspects of the energy transition.
• From Jeff: A listener's experience with a robotic lawn mower that has transformed his cottage lawn care routine.

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Links Mentioned:

• Denver E-Bike Vouchers: Electrek Article
• Tracking Your Recycling with AirTags: AppleInsider Article

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In this jam-packed episode, we discuss Canada's decision to impose 100% tariffs on Chinese-made electric vehicles (EVs), a move that could double the price of imported vehicles and potentially hinder climate action. Meanwhile, Germany is accelerating its deployment of renewable energy by reducing bureaucratic red tape. We also delve into China’s Third Plenum, which emphasizes the need to reduce carbon emissions, and how Norway’s EV transition is impacting gas stations. Plus, we share some fascinating listener feedback and dive into a range of other clean energy topics in our Lightning Round.

Key Topics Discussed:

• Canada's 100% Tariffs on Chinese EVs: James explains why this policy could be detrimental, and we explore the broader implications for the EV market.
• Germany’s Renewable Energy Push: Learn how Germany is speeding up its renewable energy deployment by streamlining regulations.
• China’s Third Plenum: This significant meeting highlights the country’s commitment to reducing carbon emissions, signaling a potential shift in global energy dynamics.
• Listener Mail: A listener shares insights on their solar installation with a “Wiser Meter” and the benefits of monitoring real-time power usage.
• Lightning Round: Quick updates on Tesla’s declining favorability, record solar generation in Germany, walkable solar panels from Turkey, and much more.

Additional Resources:

• Germany Speeds Up Renewable Energy Deployment
• Brian's Columbus, Indiana Video
• Song/Band featured: Last Birds with Sounds Like Heaven
• Hydrogen-Producing Ships

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