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Turning Old Cans Into Clean Energy
Jul 25, 2024
Peter Godart, co-founder of Found Energy, discusses using aluminum for clean energy. Topics include aluminum as a renewable energy source, challenges in aluminum recycling, transforming old cans into clean energy, and transitioning to sustainable energy. The podcast explores innovative ideas for energy solutions both on Earth and in space, emphasizing the potential environmental benefits of sustainable aluminum production.
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- Utilizing aluminum waste for energy can revolutionize energy sources in industries like steel production.
- Found Energy aims to achieve carbon-negative aluminum oxide production by processing recycled aluminum, contributing to a circular economy.
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Using Aluminum as a New Source of Energy - Origins and Concept
The idea of utilizing aluminum as an energy source stemmed from Peter Goddard's work at NASA's Jet Propulsion Lab, where he sought a solution to power a spaceship drilling into Europa's thick ice layer. Recognizing the energy-dense properties of aluminum used in spacecraft structures, Peter proposed the innovative concept of utilizing aluminum waste as a source of energy, leading to the creation of Found Energy.
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