Why the transition to clean energy is moving slower than it should
In short: While clean energy is set to become cheaper than fossil fuels, significant hurdles remain. This video explores how we can overcome systemic delays to build a more reliable and sustainable renewable energy grid.
Technologist Ramez Naam argues that the shift to renewables is being slowed by 'not in my backyard' campaigns that prevent essential infrastructure from being built. To reach a sustainable future, we must overcome this hesitancy and focus on rapid construction.
MIT Energy Initiative Director William Green notes that there is no single silver bullet for replacing fossil fuels. Accelerating the transition requires coordinated efforts from university researchers, industry leaders, and policy makers to overcome current delays.
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- Summary by Intellect · source: Ramez Naam: A faster way to get to a clean energy future
- Also: How to speed up the energy transition
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