Diamonds are a Data Center’s Best Friend | Adam Khan of Diamond Quanta | Ep 158

Summary

In this episode, our host, Joe Batir, speaks with Adam Khan, CEO and founder of Diamond Quanta, and discusses the use of diamond in semiconductor and quantum applications to address the challenges of heat dissipation and energy efficiency. Adam explains the limitations of traditional semiconductors and the need for materials that can operate at higher temperatures. Diamond, with its high thermal conductivity and resilience, offers a solution to these challenges. Khan also highlights the sustainability benefits of using lab-grown diamonds sourced from methane, which can help reduce greenhouse gas emissions. He emphasizes the importance of incorporating sustainable materials and practices throughout the semiconductor supply chain.

Adam’s book recommendation: 

The Spiritual Universe by Dr. Fred Alan Wolfe

Keywords

diamond, semiconductor, energy efficiency, lab-grown diamonds, methane, sustainability, supply chain

Chapters

00:00 Introduction and Background

03:03 The Problem with Traditional Semiconductors

08:28 Addressing Heat Dissipation and Energy Efficiency

14:02 Sustainability Benefits of Lab-Grown Diamonds

19:29 Creating a Circular Economy for Semiconductors

21:43 Timeline for Adoption of Diamond Semiconductors

25:11 Book Recommendation: The Spiritual Universe

26:39 Path to Net Zero: Producers’ Buy-In

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