70: Mike Barnard Discusses HVDC and The Future of Electric Grids
Podcast:A Climate Change with Matt Matern Published On: Mon Aug 08 2022 Description: Michael Barnard of The Future Is Electric discusses his shift from tech to climate solutions, advising on sustainable investments. He emphasizes scalable solutions like wind, solar, and storage over nuclear power. Highlighting HVDC's potential for efficient electricity transmission, he criticizes US political constraints on infrastructure. On hydrogen, Barnard points out inefficiencies in production and storage, advocating for battery technology advancements and innovations in battery recycling to meet future energy needs.