Episodios

  • Rare Earth Series Part 3: Navigating the Trade-offs and Opportunities in Rare Earth

    Rare Earth Series Part 3: Navigating the Trade-offs and Opportunities in Rare Earth
    Apr 9 2024
    The From the Ground Up team brings you the final episode of the special three-part series on Rare Earth Minerals. After extensively discussing the global supply chain issues surrounding Rare Earths, issues surrounding its mining, and its application in two critical industries, the team in this episode examines the existing trade-offs towards Rare Earths Minerals mining & utilization, and the ways in which the industry is trying to manage them. The discussion explores explicitly the need for Rare Earths Minerals Recycling and possible challenges in this respect. The discussion concludes with the team exploring the huge business opportunity that the recycling domain presents and the key stakeholders that can take advantage thereof. Enjoy this episode.

    If you want to contribute your thoughts or questions or join us on air, drop us a line at UC3Pfromthegroundup@gmail.com. Lets explore the options and work towards creating a better policy apparatus together.
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    23 m
  • Nuclear Energy Policy and Uranium Mining

    Nuclear Energy Policy and Uranium Mining
    Mar 27 2024
    In this episode, the Uranium Mining & Nuclear Energy Policy event, recorded live on February 22nd, 2024, is recaptured for a comprehensive panel discussion that aims to highlight the critical role of uranium mining in powering the nuclear energy sector in the USA. This event addressed the strategic, environmental, and policy dimensions of uranium mining and its indispensable role in sustaining and advancing nuclear energy production and recycling nuclear fuel. Hear from Dr. Roger Blomquist, Principal Nuclear Engineer at Argonne National Laboratory; Mr. Paul Goranson, CEO of enCore Energy; Scott Melbye, Executive Vice President of Uranium Energy Corp. & President of Uranium Royalty Corp.; and Kevin O'Sullivan, CEO of Alpha Nur.
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    53 m
  • Rare Earth Series Part 2: Powering Electronics & EV Industries

    Rare Earth Series Part 2: Powering Electronics & EV Industries
    Mar 7 2024
    The From the Ground Up team brings you the second episode to the special three-part series on Rare Earth Minerals. In this episode, the team deep dives into the application of Rare Earths in domains pertaining to Electronics and Electric Vehicles, while exploring the challenges plaguing the Rare Earths’ supply chain for these industries. Additionally, the team analyses the efforts made by industries and domestic policies to address these challenges. The discussion concludes with the team exploring some trade-offs associated with mining these vital minerals. Enjoy this episode and stay tuned for the final episode to this series.

    If you want to contribute your thoughts or questions or join us on air, drop us a line at UC3Pfromthegroundup@gmail.com. Lets explore the options and work towards creating a better policy apparatus together.

    Bibliography:
    1. "Rare earth elements await in waste" - Rice University
    https://news.rice.edu/news/2022/rare-earth-elements-await-waste

    2. "The Future is Electric" - BMW
    https://www.bmwgroup.com/en/report/2021/bmw-group-report/the-future-is-electric/index.html
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    33 m
  • The War Below - An interview with with Ernest Scheyder

    The War Below - An interview with with Ernest Scheyder
    Feb 20 2024
    In this episode, our team sits down with Ernest Scheyder, the author behind the compelling book The War Below: Lithium, Copper, and the Global Battle to Power Our Lives.

    The War Below is a story about stakeholders involved in and with the minerals and metals industry by Ernest Scheyder, a Reuters correspondent. The book delves into the global competition for critical minerals such as lithium and copper, which are essential for the future of technology and green energy. Through extensive research and interviews, Scheyder uncovers the complexities and challenges of the global mineral extraction industries, from environmental and ethical dilemmas to geopolitical implications. The book highlights the importance of these minerals in transitioning to green energy, the impact of mining activities on indigenous and local communities, and the varying policies and regulations across countries that shape the global market. Scheyder also discusses strategies for international cooperation, sustainability, and policy measures necessary to balance economic growth with environmental protection and social responsibility, aiming to ensure equitable access and ethical extraction practices.


    Scheyder, Ernest. THE WAR BELOW: Lithium, Copper, and the Global Battle to Power Our Lives. Atria/One Signal Publisher, 2024.
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    50 m
  • Power to the People: To Centralize or Decentralize the Energy Transition

    Power to the People: To Centralize or Decentralize the Energy Transition
    Feb 16 2024
    In a captivating episode of From The Ground Up, University of Michigan Professor Sarah Mills and the team delve deep into the intricacies of the energy transition towards renewables. Dubbed an "odd academic" for her unique stance in the energy debate, Professor Mills brings a fresh perspective on the pros and cons of renewable energy, emphasizing the importance of engaging all community members—urban and rural—in the decarbonization effort. From discussing procedural justice in clean energy project siting to exploring how densely populated areas and natural reserves can contribute to the energy transition, this interview sheds light on the complex dynamics at play. Tune in to hear how individuals can advocate for and participate in a fair, informed, and balanced approach to achieving our clean energy goals.

    To learn more about today's topic and Professor Sarah Mills' work, check out the following resources:
    • Professor Sarah Mills' testimony for the Michigan State Senate
    • Opinion | Michigan’s system to approve green energy projects is broken
    • Principles for Siting Clean Energy in Michigan to Reach MI Healthy Climate Goals
    • Farmers vs. lakers: Agriculture, amenity, and community in predicting opposition to United States wind energy development
    • The Science of Siting Clean Energy
    • SolSmart: https://solsmart.org/

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    57 m
  • Rare Earth Series - Part 1

    Rare Earth Series - Part 1
    Feb 6 2024
    The From the Ground Up team takes on a new format this time and explores the realms of Geopolitics and Rare Earth Minerals. This is the first episode of the special three part series, where the team introduces the listeners to Rare Earth Minerals, their applications, and complexities surrounding the global supply chain in this regard. The team also seeks to introduce major players in the Geopolitical race for Rare Earth Minerals and strategies they are adopting to take the top spot.

    Stay tuned for second episode to the series, where the team will deep dive into three industries having serious dependence on Rare Earth Minerals.

    If you want to contribute your thoughts or questions or join us on air, drop us a line at UC3Pfromthegroundup@gmail.com. Lets explore the options and work towards creating a better policy apparatus together.

    The references used for this episode can be found in this document.
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    30 m
  • Roundtable Recap: Winter Quarter Opener

    Roundtable Recap: Winter Quarter Opener
    Jan 20 2024
    The From the Ground Up team talks about the start of the winter quarter at UChicago and looks ahead at 2024 trends in the sector.

    If you want to contribute your thoughts or questions or join us on air, drop us a line at UC3Pfromthegroundup@gmail.com. Let's explore the options and work towards creating a better policy apparatus together.
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    12 m
  • Roundtable Recap: Autumn Quarter Finale

    Roundtable Recap: Autumn Quarter Finale
    Dec 13 2023
    The From the Ground Up team talks about the end of the autumn quarter at UChicago, their thoughts on COP28, and upcoming plans for 2024.

    A big thank you to Logan Morales for all of his work as moderator. We wish him all the best in his new role.

    If you want to contribute your thoughts or questions or join us on air, drop us a line at UC3Pfromthegroundup@gmail.com. Let's explore the options and work towards creating a better policy apparatus together.
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    12 m