The Political Orphanage
Clean Energy and Yucky Energy: Michael Webber
Aug 30, 2023
Dr. Michael Webber, Professor of Energy Resources at the University of Texas, discusses how energy experts approach different energy sources, trade-offs in policy discussions, bipartisan opportunities for clean energy, the potential of solar energy, LED lights' efficiency, exploring fusion technology, and transitioning to renewable energy sources.
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- Energy experts believe that designing an energy system involves trade-offs and mixing different options to maximize benefits and minimize negative impacts.
- Solar power, when combined with other energy sources, can enhance reliability and contribute significantly to our energy needs.
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Energy experts approach energy with a focus on trade-offs
Energy experts view energy as a matter of making trade-offs. They believe that no form of energy is all good or all bad, and designing an energy system involves mixing and matching different options to maximize benefits and minimize negative impacts. They emphasize the importance of considering various priorities such as safety, reliability, cleanliness, and affordability in order to create an energy system that meets our needs.
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