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The Great Simplification with Nate Hagens
Graham Palmer: "Energy Storage and Civilization: A History”
Sep 6, 2023
01:04:50
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Nate Hagens is joined by Graham Palmer, a scholar and engineer in the field of energy, to discuss the critical role of energy storage in shaping societies throughout history. They explore the challenges and potential solutions for energy storage, including the impact on the financial system and the Energy Return on Investment (E.R.O.I.) of intermittent energy sources. They also touch on topics such as housing affordability, contrasting market-based capitalism with a caring economy, and exploring energy consumption and the good life.
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- Energy storage has shaped civilizations and allowed for the development of complex societies and political power structures.
- The transition to renewable energy sources raises the need for efficient and sustainable energy storage solutions like batteries, pumped hydro, and hydrogen.
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The Role of Energy Storage in Human History
Energy storage has played a crucial role in human history. From the Neolithic transition to the Industrial Revolution and the Age of Oil, storage has allowed humans to accumulate and regulate the flow of energy. It has enabled the development of complex societies, hierarchies, and political power structures. The availability of storage has influenced the evolution of civilizations and the control of energy resources. Looking ahead, the transition to a more intermittent and renewable energy future raises questions about the amount and type of storage needed. The current focus is on batteries, pumped hydro, and hydrogen. However, the proper balance between supply reliability, cost, and environmental impacts remains a challenge.
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