Marketplace All-in-One Tesla as a household energy provider?
Aug 11, 2025
Tesla is making waves by venturing into the UK energy market, a strategic move as car sales dip in Europe. The discussion also delves into innovative robotic advancements from China, featuring everything from robotic bees to humanoid helpers. Switching gears, the podcast examines Greenland's mineral-rich landscape, addressing the balance between mining opportunities and environmental stewardship. The cultural significance of Sasuma Anna, a guardian of the sea, adds a compelling layer to the conversation about sustainable mining in the region.
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Tesla Eyes UK Home Energy Market
- Tesla Energy Ventures applied for a UK electricity supplier license to sell power to households.
- If approved, Tesla could compete with the major UK suppliers as soon as next year.
Diversifying While Car Sales Fall
- Tesla already runs a power supplier in Texas and applied for a UK supply license.
- July European sales plunged: 60% down in the UK, 55% in Germany.
China's Big Bet On Robotics
- China has poured roughly $20 billion in subsidies into robotics over the past year.
- Officials claim China holds two-thirds of global robot patent applications and hosts the World Robot Conference.