Cleaning Up: Leadership in an Age of Climate Change The World's Most Influential Energy Analyst - Ep111: Daniel Yergin
Jan 4, 2023
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A Crisis Unlike Any Other
- The current energy crisis, while reminiscent of the 1970s, is far more complex due to its globalized nature and the involvement of diverse energy sources.
- This multifaceted crisis, compounded by geopolitical conflict, has undeniably reshaped the global landscape in unprecedented ways.
Foreseeing Ukraine's Instability
- Daniel Yergin's book, "The New Map," predicted instability in Ukraine due to Russia's unresolved border disputes.
- However, the extent of the conflict, escalating into a full-blown war, was unforeseen.
Renewables and Security
- The war in Ukraine has brought energy security back into sharp focus, accelerating the adoption of renewables as a diversification strategy.
- This renewed emphasis on energy security also underscores the persistent need for conventional resources in the near term.