Resource Insider Podcast

RI Podcast EP64 - Robert Bryce, Journalist & Author

Dec 15, 2024
In this engaging discussion, Robert Bryce, a journalist and energy expert, delves into the intricacies of global energy systems. He distinguishes between energy and power, revealing misconceptions about renewables and energy transition. Bryce explores the critical role of copper mining and the challenges it faces in meeting rising demands. He also highlights the resurgence of nuclear power amidst growing energy needs and examines worldwide community pushback against renewable projects. Prepare for a fresh perspective on energy's future!
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ANECDOTE

Enron Broadband

  • Robert Bryce's encounter with Enron Broadband sparked his interest in energy.
  • An Enron employee dismissed his questions about their business model, and Enron went bankrupt five months later.
INSIGHT

Energy vs. Power

  • Energy and power are often confused, but they are distinct concepts.
  • Energy is the ability to do work, while power is the rate at which work gets done.
INSIGHT

Energy Addition

  • There's no real energy transition, only energy addition.
  • Even with renewable energy investments, hydrocarbon use continues to grow.
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