The Clean Energy Show

Remembering Jimmy Carter, 1970s Energy Crises, and a New Era in Clean Energy

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We honor the life and legacy of former U.S. President Jimmy Carter, who passed away last week at the age of 100. Carter’s visionary actions, from installing solar panels on the White House to helping clean up the first nuclear accident in Canada, laid the groundwork for today’s clean energy movement.

We revisit the energy crises of the 1970s, examining how the OPEC oil embargo and subsequent events reshaped global energy policy and consumer habits. Meanwhile, New York State takes a bold step in the fight against climate change by passing a law to hold fossil fuel companies accountable for the costs of extreme weather.

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President Joe Biden’s recent ban on oil drilling in nearly all federal waters marks a historic move in the clean energy transition, though its permanence remains uncertain under future administrations.

Other Highlights in This Episode:

The reality of EV performance in super-cold conditions, including insights from Yakutsk, Siberia.
Congestion pricing kicks off in Manhattan, with a reported 40% reduction in travel times.
The return of compact EVs like the Chevy Bolt and the debut of cutting-edge electric trucks and SUVs in 2025.
The fascinating journey of Carter’s original White House solar panels, from their installation in 1979 to their afterlife across the globe.

We also dive into the latest clean energy developments in the Lightning Round, including:

Robotaxis rolling out from Uber and Lyft.
BYD’s record-breaking growth in EV sales.
The IEA’s promising outlook on next-generation geothermal technologies.
Germany’s renewables hitting 125% of electricity demand on New Year’s Day.

Join us as we kick off the year with exciting stories from the world of clean energy and a tribute to a true pioneer.

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