Liberty's Highlights Mark Nelson: New U.S. Energy Policy, Chris Wright as Sec of Energy, Oil & Gas, LNG, Gigawatt-Scale Nuclear, Batteries, and Solar (Part 2) ⚡️🔌 🛢️⛽️⚛️🔋
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Dec 6, 2024 Mark Nelson, an energy policy expert and nuclear power advocate, returns to discuss the implications of the new U.S. administration on energy. He dives into Chris Wright's potential impact as Secretary of Energy, especially in nuclear and fossil fuel sectors. The conversation highlights the synergy between nuclear power and electric vehicles, the future of LNG exports, and challenges facing nuclear initiatives. Nelson emphasizes the need for renewed investment in gigawatt-scale nuclear projects, underscoring why it’s time to build again to meet future energy demands.
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Oil and Gas Roots
- Mark Nelson's family has deep roots in oil and gas, funding his education, even a nuclear engineering scholarship.
- Despite this background, he pursued low-carbon energy, showcasing his commitment to nuclear power.
All-of-the-Above Energy
- Chris Wright, the incoming Energy Secretary, has a background in oil and gas and is interested in all energy types.
- His board position at Oklo, a small reactor company, doesn't preclude interest in large-scale nuclear.
SMRs for Oil and Gas
- Small modular reactors (SMRs) could be a good fit for remote oil and gas operations like the Permian Basin.
- These locations need 10-80 MW of electricity, and SMRs offer a decentralized, water-efficient solution.