NTNU Energy Transition Podcast #76 Is Energy Being Weaponized? Geopolitics and energy security in the energy transition (with Dr. Benedikt Franke, Munich Security Conference)
Oct 17, 2024
In this engaging discussion, Benedikt Franke, CEO of the Munich Security Conference and a leading voice in energy security, delves into how energy has been wielded as a weapon in today’s geopolitical arena. He highlights the evolution from historical oil crises to the modern threats posed by Russia and China. The conversation reveals the growing interdependence of energy with global peace and security, stressing the need for new frameworks to navigate today's challenges. It also touches on Norway's lithium resources and the critical role of international cooperation amid climate change.
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Intro
00:00 • 3min
Exploring Energy Security at the Munich Security Conference
02:44 • 2min
Intimate Atmosphere of the Munich Security Conference
04:40 • 2min
Energy Security and Geopolitical Dynamics
06:35 • 11min
Norway's Battery Supply Chain Potential
17:18 • 14min
Climate Security and Global Cooperation at the Munich Security Conference
31:23 • 3min