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• Five Minute EV Charging: RIP Internal Combustion Engine

  James goes on a well-deserved rant about his local government doubling the road tax on electric vehicles. Despite rarely using highways, his Nissan LEAF EV is now subject to a tax that funds road repairs outside the city and it's six times what a similar gas vehicle would pay. It’s a move that highlights how some governments continue to punish EV owners instead of encouraging clean transportation. Join The Clean Energy Show's CLEAN CLUB on Patreon for exciting perks! Meanwhile, California has unveiled an ambitious plan to deploy six million heat pumps by 2030. However, despite incentives, the state is projected to fall two million units short of its goal. We discuss what’s being done to promote heat pump adoption and how the initiative could serve as a model for the rest of the U.S. In a major shake-up for the automotive industry, Chinese battery and car manufacturer BYD has delivered what could be the final blow to the internal combustion engine. With their latest breakthrough in ultra-fast EV charging, vehicles can now recharge in just five minutes—matching the convenience of refueling a gas car. If this innovation takes hold, it could rapidly accelerate EV adoption worldwide. Also on the show: London is set to install 570 sidewalk-flush EV chargers, making it easier than ever for city dwellers to charge their vehicles. The Ultra Low Emissions Zone in London continues to be a success, reducing air pollution significantly and improving public health. Listener Mail: A real-life experience with Hyundai’s ICCU recall, and a discussion on the future of electric air taxis ahead of the L.A. Olympics. The Lightning Round: Global BEV sales surge, solid-state battery advancements, and U.S. states wrestling with Chinese automaker investments. Links & References: California’s Heat Pump Initiative London’s Flush EV Chargers Ultra Low Emissions Zone Impact BYD’s Five-Minute Charging Announcement 🚗🔋 Want to support the show? Donate via PayPal: https://www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=VMDCRPHLNR8YE 📢 Follow us: TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@cleanenergypod Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cleanenergypod/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/thecleanenergyshow Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/7nIGJi8pZ9EmiJTPY4VOr5 Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/the-clean-energy-show/id1498854987 Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/c/cleanenergypod

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• Why U.S. Refineries May Drop Alberta Oil

  Alberta has long believed its oil would sell forever, but U.S. refineries are signaling they could drop Alberta crude in a heartbeat. Looks like “forever” lasts about as long as a duck on a tailings pond. Meanwhile, Korea’s $800 billion pension fund is ditching coal, an 8-year-old activist has forced India’s Supreme Court into action, and Brazil wants to reverse deforestation with reforestation. Main Stories 🔹 Korea’s Pension Fund Ditches Coal – One of the world’s largest pension funds is divesting. 🔹 Trump’s Tariffs Hammer Canadian Oil – Marathon Petroleum plans to drop Alberta crude due to 10% tariffs. Read more. 🔹 8-Year-Old Activist vs. India’s Supreme Court – The court demands ministries collaborate on climate action after this case. 🔹 Brazil’s COP30 Reforestation Push – Brazil seeks funding for tree-planting as a climate fix. Lightning Round! ⚡ Erin Brockovich calls for battery storage oversight (Read) ⚡ Fossil fuel lawyer joins U.S. EPA leadership (Read) ⚡ Ontario adds 25% tariff on U.S. electricity ⚡ Montana’s power is 90.4% renewable & cheap ⚡ China aims to cut energy use per GDP unit by 3% in 2025 ⚡ Texas power grid sets wind, solar & storage records (Read) Support & Follow Us 📧 Email: [email protected] 📞 Voicemail: speakpipe.com/cleanenergyshow ❤️ Donate: PayPal | Patreon

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• Solar Boom in Pakistan from the Ground Up

  The develping country of Pakistan has a terrible power grid but that's why it is experiencing a massive shift to solar, from the ground, up! With a payback period of just 1.5 years, solar is becoming a necessity for many Pakistanis. Join The Clean Energy Show's CLEAN CLUB on Patreon for exciting perks! Also this week: Mapping industrial heat pump opportunities BYD and forced labor allegations  Massachusetts launches V2X pilot program – While a great step toward energy resilience, we discuss why it’s time to move beyond pilot programs and into real-world deployment. Eagle Cam - Watch live here. Main Stories: Pakistan’s grassroots solar revolution: We examine how businesses and everyday citizens are adapting to an unreliable grid by embracing small-scale solar installations. Even rickshaws and motorcycles are going electric! Listen to the Volts podcast featuring experts Mustafa Amjad and Waqas Moosa discussing Pakistan’s transition. Industrial heat pumps in the US: Canary Media has mapped out the best areas to replace industrial boilers with heat pumps to reduce ozone pollution. BYD’s Brazil controversy: The Guardian and Reuters have reported on forced labor allegations at a BYD factory construction site in Brazil. Workers were found living in degrading conditions, and labor laws were violated in both Brazil and China. Massachusetts' V2X Pilot: Electrek reports on Massachusetts launching a two-year vehicle-to-everything (V2X) pilot program to explore energy-sharing possibilities between EVs and the grid. The Lightning Round: Companies shift to ‘greenhushing’ Bloomberg Japan’s worst wildfire in 50 years Norway’s zero-emission transport zones – The country allows cities to ban fossil fuel-powered vehicles. Bloomberg China’s nuclear fusion timeline – Bloomberg A racist oil change sticker leads to a free EV – After an appalling incident in Wisconsin, a Nissan dealership in New York is giving a free Leaf EV to the victim. Electrek Email us at [email protected] or find us on Patreon!

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• Nuclear Stalemate, Solar Breakthrough

  In this episode of The Clean Energy Show, James and Brian explore a groundbreaking startup backed by OpenAI's Sam Altman that's turning sunlight into heat stored in bricks. These modular containers can be deployed anywhere, potentially revolutionizing data center power supply. They also discuss how heat pumps continue to outsell gas furnaces in the U.S., signaling a major shift in home heating technology. Meanwhile, Japan's largest nuclear reactor remains inactive, stalled by local political resistance even as public opinion on nuclear power shifts. Support the Show: Follow us for free or join our Patreon community at https://www.patreon.com/c/cleanenergypod. Donate via PayPal at https://www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=VMDCRPHLNR8YE.\ CONTEST ALERT! If you have a free or Supporter Patreon account and follow our podcast by March 3, 2025, you will automatically be entered to win a free 1 Year Clean Club Membership! The episode also features a humorous story from the Czech Republic, where industrious beavers thwarted plans for a new dam by building their own—completely free of charge. James and Brian explore the implications of these stories for clean energy adoption and environmental conservation. Brian revisits a classic SNL clip featuring Mike Myers in a climate change-themed Christmas special, while James shares his thoughts on a YouTube video documenting a train journey from Shanghai to Beijing. He humorously contemplates the highs and lows of communist amenities, including squat toilets. The hosts dive into the cold hard facts about wind turbines and whether they can function effectively at temperatures below -30°C. They also touch on the challenges of grid stability and energy demands during extreme weather conditions. In The Lightning Round, they cover a range of fast-paced stories including: Ram's electric truck with a unique battery reserved just for towing. India doubling its rooftop solar subsidies to $2.31 billion. Indonesia’s delayed coal peak timeline and its implications for climate goals. California’s push towards 100% renewable energy with massive wind energy imports from New Mexico. China’s clean energy boom, now accounting for 10% of its GDP. Texas gearing up for its windy season, which could significantly boost wind power output. A surge in U.S. battery manufacturing, doubling cell production capacity this year. Solar and battery combinations becoming cheaper than coal and natural gas in key markets. California’s ambitious offshore wind plans moving forward despite political challenges. This week’s CES FAST FACT™ reveals how Japan’s largest floating solar plant was redesigned after a typhoon-related fire, highlighting the importance of engineering clean energy projects to withstand extreme weather conditions. Don't miss this jam-packed episode of The Clean Energy Show! Contact Us: We love hearing from our listeners! Email us at [email protected] or leave a voicemail at speakpipe.com/cleanenergyshow.  See you in one week!

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• Palm Oil Without the Deforestation? It’s Here.

  Palm oil is one of the biggest environmental villains, but now a Dutch biotech company has scaled up a breakthrough yeast-based alternative that could drastically cut emissions and deforestation. Meanwhile, New York City is tackling unsafe e-bike batteries by handing out free replacement e-bikes to delivery workers. Plus, France is going all-in on nuclear power to support the AI boom. Undecided with Matt Ferrell - the popular YouTuber comes to Brian and James's backyard to explore the construction of a wind farm. Great video here. https://youtu.be/rKPYy8RF1RU?si=p8HFcVONNNYHMCks Join The Clean Energy Show's CLEAN CLUB on Patreon for exciting perks! Also on this episode: China’s heavy trucks are electrifying at a record pace. Russia’s war is increasing global aviation emissions. New research shows carbon capture may be worse than simply investing in renewables. Rivian’s electric delivery van, once exclusive to Amazon, is now available for purchase by any fleet. Listener Mail Weldon in Winnipeg shares a funny experience about driving an EV in -30°C, proving that gas cars aren’t just bad for the environment but also for visibility! The Lightning Round BYD’s solid-state battery breakthrough could double EV range. A new Airbus A321XLR jet cuts fuel use by 30% per passenger. Data center electricity demand is skyrocketing worldwide. EV interest is surging, but cost misconceptions remain high. The cost of installing a Tesla Supercharger stall? About $40,000. Home insurance costs in Alberta have soared 90% in a decade due to extreme weather events. China’s heavy-duty truck market is rapidly shifting to electric, hitting 21% market share this year. Contest: Win a Free Clean Club Membership! We’re giving away a one-year membership to our Clean Club, which includes: Ad-free, high-quality episodes Early access to new episodes Exclusive Patreon bonus content Monthly shoutouts and merch discounts If you’re already a Patreon supporter or following us for free, you’re automatically entered! Contact Us We love hearing from listeners! Send us your feedback: Email: [email protected] Voicemail: speakpipe.com/cleanenergyshow Join our Patreon community for exclusive posts and discussions. Support the show by rating us on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or your favorite app. Don’t forget to follow for weekly episodes!

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