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Could LNG Change Global Energy?

Could LNG Change Global Energy?

Season 2 Episode 1
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The Good News About Climate Change

The Good News About Climate Change

Season 2 Episode 4
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Environmental Impacts of Energy on Air

Environmental Impacts of Energy on Air

Season 2 Episode 5
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Energy Impacts on Land

Energy Impacts on Land

Season 2 Episode 7
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Batteries for Cars and Grids Part 1

Batteries for Cars and Grids Part 1

Season 2 Episode 8
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Batteries for Cars and Grids Part 2

Batteries for Cars and Grids Part 2

Season 2 Episode 9
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Is Net Zero by 2050 Possible?

Is Net Zero by 2050 Possible?

Season 2 Episode 10
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The Energy-Water Nexus

The Energy-Water Nexus

Season 2 Episode 11
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Energy Switch

Policies to Reduce CO2 Emissions

Season 1 Episode 11

Carbon-based fuels provide more than 80% of global energy. To reduce emissions will take time and money. What are the benefits of a carbon tax? Or would it be more effective to encourage carbon-reducing technologies? Dr. Billy Pizer, the Vice President of Research and Policy Engagement at Resources for the Future, and Sasha Mackler, the Executive Director of the Bipartisan Policy Center discuss.

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Shipping, part 2
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CO2 emissions, UN reduction targets, alternative fuels and the challenges of all three.
Shipping, part 1
26:46
All about shipping, the completely essential, nearly invisible, industry.
Arctic Climate
26:46
The Arctic is warming fast, with effects that can be felt much farther south.
Energy PhDs
26:46
PhD candidates discuss their work during a changing U.S. science environment.
Efficiency and Conservation
26:46
Do more with less energy to save money and reduce emissions.
Public Opinion on Climate
26:46
What Democrats, Republicans and Independents really think about climate and energy.
Tribal Energy
26:46
Native Americans are building energy projects on tribal lands to change their future.
Senators Talk Energy
26:46
Politicians from different parties collaborate on climate and energy challenges.
King Coal
26:46
Coal is still the leading source of electricity worldwide, but with serious downsides.
Investing in Alternative Energy
26:46
Strategies and industry insight from two long-time leaders in alternative energy.
Fertilizers
26:46
Fertilizer feeds the world, but with large energy and greenhouse gas footprints.
Air Quality in America
26:46
The Clean Air Act has been a resounding success, but going farther may not be possible.
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