Julie Klinger

Julie Klinger, an associate professor at the University of Delaware, dives into the complexities of transitioning to green energy. She discusses the environmental trade-offs of rare earth extraction and the looming risks of resource colonialism. Klinger shares insights from her research in China's rare earth production and highlights Europe's potential for mineral self-sufficiency. Emphasizing circular economies and stricter regulations, she critiques the false dichotomy of destroying nature for sustainability while cautioning against deep-sea and space mining ventures.