Switch Energy Alliance

Energy Switch

Science EN ↓ 78 episodes

Energy and climate are intertwined, two of the most important topics in the world today. Yet listeners know very little about them. This podcast aims to change that. Energy Switch brings together two renowned experts from government, NGOs, academia, and industry, with differing perspectives on important energy and climate topics. These lively discussions are moderated by renowned energy scientist and communicator Dr. Scott Tinker. The podcast is produced, written, and directed by Emmy-winning documentary filmmaker Harry Lynch.

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Will Solar and Wind Power Our Future? Part 2 03.04.2024 26:01

Solar and wind provide carbon-free power, but can they scale up to meet global demands? While they enjoy favorable public opinion now, concerns over the materials, mining, and land use needed for expansion could shift perspectives. In this episode, Leia Guccione, Managing Director of Carbon Free Electricity at RMI, and Robert Bryce, best-selling author, continue their discussion on whether solar a...

What's the Future of Natural Gas? 02.04.2024 26:01

Hydraulic fracturing has revolutionized the energy sector, making gas abundant and affordable. This has led to a shift from coal to gas in power production, resulting in lower, but not zero, carbon emissions. In this episode, Dr. Naomi Boness, Managing Director of the Natural Gas Initiative at Stanford University, and Rachel Fakhry, Analyst for the Climate & Clean Air programs at the National...

How Should We Respond to Climate Change? 01.04.2024 26:01

Climate change is making an impact on everyday lives. In this episode, Dr. Steve Koonin, a former U.S. Secretary of Science, and Dr. Michael Greenstone, Director of the Energy Policy Institute at the University of Chicago, delve into the intensifying risks our communities face due to global warming. From record-breaking temperatures and melting ice to frequent coastal flooding, learn how these cha...