

Reinventing Mining to Power the World
Sep 12, 2024
Kurt House, co-founder and CEO of KoBold Metals, shares insights on revolutionizing the mining industry for the renewable energy transition. He discusses the enormous demand for essential metals like copper and lithium, and how AI and data science are pivotal in discovering these resources. Kurt recounts a significant copper discovery in Zambia, while balancing personal anecdotes from his family trips. He emphasizes the need for innovative exploration techniques and the importance of fostering a supportive culture in mining management.
Chapters
Transcript
Episode notes
1 2 3 4 5 6 7
Intro
00:00 • 3min
Harnessing AI for Mining Innovation
02:42 • 22min
Zambia's Copper Discovery and Family Adventures
24:38 • 8min
Transitioning to Mining Management
32:20 • 8min
Maximizing Opportunities While Traveling and Supporting Employees
40:41 • 3min
Quirky Bets and Mythical Creatures: A Travel Guide to Zambia
43:53 • 2min
The Science of Hypothesis and Learning from Failure
46:01 • 3min