Energy News Beat Podcast
US Funding for Small Reactors
In this episode of the Energy News Beat Daily Standup, the host, Stuart Turley discusses several key topics: the U.S. has opened applications for $900 million in funding for small nuclear reactors, emphasizing the need for increased nuclear power to combat climate change despite regulatory challenges. The UK is investing £21.7 billion in carbon capture technology, but experts question its effectiveness amid rising energy prices. Additionally, M&A activity in the U.S. shale patch has declined to $12 billion, with major players shifting from buyers to sellers. Finally, the IEA suggests that we are approaching an "age of electricity" as fossil fuel demand peaks, though Turley critiques the agency's credibility and the current viability of green energy solutions.
Highlights of the Podcast
00:00 - Intro
00:58 - US opens applications for $900 million for small nuclear reactors
03:00 - The UK’s £21.7 Billion Carbon Capture Gamble
04:33 - U.S. Shale Patch M&A Declines In Q3 To $12B
05:50 - Age of electricity' to follow looming fossil fuel peak, IEA says
07:48 - Outro
Please see the links below or articles that we discuss in the podcast.
US opens applications for $900 million for small nuclear reactors
The UK’s £21.7 Billion Carbon Capture Gamble
U.S. Shale Patch M&A Declines In Q3 To $12B
'Age of electricity' to follow looming fossil fuel peak, IEA says
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