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UN Declares Fossil Fuels Are "Running Out of Road"


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UN Secretary General António Guterres proclaims that the fossil fuel era is fading and the clean energy age is rising. Vietnam is banning gas-powered motorcycles in downtown Hanoi by 2026. Meanwhile, a new electric scooter hits 100 mph, and China begins building the world's largest hydroelectric dam.

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Also on the show:

  • 🚗 James's son's car-buying journey ends terribly—but he gets approved for car share in just two hours!

  • 🏠 Brian explores in-floor hydronic heating after a listener recommendation.

  • 🛵 Vietnam aims to eliminate all gas-powered two-wheelers by 2045—bold for a country with 72 million bikes.

  • 🌍 UN says 90% of renewable projects are now cheaper than fossil fuels.

  • ⚡ China's new megadam on the Yarlung Tsangpo River will generate 300 million MWh/year—more than 3× the Three Gorges.

  • 🛴 Bo's new "Turbo" electric scooter can hit a stunning 100 mph—but it'll cost you $29,500! And your life!

  • Listener Tim from northwest of Edmonton writes in with advice on radiant heating systems—highlighting both efficiency and comfort.

🌩️ The Lightning Round

  • 🔋 China activates its largest lithium iron phosphate battery project: 2 GWh capacity.

  • 🌊 2025 is now "The Year of the Flood" in the U.S., with record-breaking flash flood warnings.

  • 🐟 Lab-grown salmon arrives at a Seattle oyster bar—cheaper for the planet, not your wallet.

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