Clare Fiesler

Clare Fieseler, a scientist and journalist from Canary Media, dives into the fascinating world of deep-sea rocks that are rich in metals like cobalt and copper. She highlights how these potato-sized nodules not only hold economic potential for clean energy but may also play a vital role in marine life and oxygen production. Clare discusses the delicate balance between mining these resources and preserving ocean ecosystems, as well as the political tensions surrounding deep-sea mining regulations on a global scale. A deep dive into science and ethics!

Clare Fiesler, a Canary Media reporter, dives into the intricacies of the offshore wind industry. Jed Welder, a farmer facing local opposition to a wind farm, shares his firsthand experience navigating community dynamics. Barbara Kates-Garnick, a Tufts University energy policy expert, discusses the impact of political policies on renewable energy. They explore the contrasting landscapes of wind energy in the U.S. versus Europe, the irony of job growth in GOP districts, and the regulatory challenges that may shape the future of wind energy in America.