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• David Suzuki Throws in the Towel on Climate Change

  David Suzuki stuns with a message of climate defeat—but is he right? Brian and James unpack Suzuki’s pessimism and a powerful rebuttal from climate politics professor Donald Wright, who says the fight is not over. Also this week: Germany hits a heat pump milestone, surpassing gas boiler sales for the first time. 🚴‍♀️ E-bike rebate programs are spreading fast across the U.S., from Rhode Island to Oregon to Washington D.C. Listener Tim follows up with insights on passive solar, geothermal, and his DIY sand battery project. 🚗 James prepares for an all-EV family vacation and shares why even an 87-year-old former gas junkie loves his Bolt EV.. Lightning Round ⚡ ☀️ Transparent solar windows installed in Santa Barbara ⚡ EV price parity hits Thailand; major drops in Brazil 🤯 CES Fast Facts™: Microplastics in your brain & deadly cooking fuels in Africa 🧾 Oil & gas write Ohio’s carbon capture law ☢️ Renewables add more than nuclear—every two days 📉 Tesla ranks as America’s least trusted car brand 📬 Write to us! Email: [email protected] Voicemail: speakpipe.com/cleanenergyshow Support: patreon.com/cleanenergypod Perks include: 🚀 Early episode access 🙌 Shoutouts on the podcast 🎙️ A rerun is coming next week while James is on vacation, but look out for a new Patreon episode Thursday!🎄 See you for the next regular show August 20. 💸 Donate via PayPal: paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=VMDCRPHLNR8YE

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• Renewable Energy Misinformation to Get Clicks

  A viral meme claims Norway installed sea-life-friendly underwater turbines. It’s AI-generated nonsense—though there have been real tidal power projects in Norway and Scotland. We unpack the truth behind the clickbait. The United Nations’ top court declares a clean, healthy environment a human right. But what does it really mean for international law and fossil fuel development? Wildfire smoke chokes Saskatoon in record amounts. And we hear from Aiden, a listener in Lytton, B.C.—a town still devastated from climate disaster four years ago. Support The Clean Energy Show on Patreon for exciting perks including a monthly bonus podcast! Also on the show: 🎬 Brian re-views the original Naked Gun 2½ and previews the new reboot. Lightning Round Highlights ⚡ Formula 1 to use electric/sustainable hybrid engines starting in 2026. Huawei patents a 2,900 km EV battery (wait, what?). California’s bullet train project gets a surge of public support. Australia installs over 11,000 grid-scale batteries—in one month. Tesla survives a brutal Chinese real-world ADAS test (barely). And: Greenpeace’s lawsuit against Eni over climate damage goes to court in Italy. 📬 Write to us! Email: [email protected] Voicemail: speakpipe.com/cleanenergyshow 👕 Merch, perks, ad-free episodes, early access, and more—join our Patreon Clean Club! 💸 Donate via PayPal: paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=VMDCRPHLNR8YE

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• UN Declares Fossil Fuels Are “Running Out of Road”

  UN Secretary General António Guterres proclaims that the fossil fuel era is fading and the clean energy age is rising. Vietnam is banning gas-powered motorcycles in downtown Hanoi by 2026. Meanwhile, a new electric scooter hits 100 mph, and China begins building the world’s largest hydroelectric dam. Support The Clean Energy Show on Patreon for exciting perks! Also on the show: 🚗 James's son's car-buying journey ends terribly—but he gets approved for car share in just two hours! 🏠 Brian explores in-floor hydronic heating after a listener recommendation. 🛵 Vietnam aims to eliminate all gas-powered two-wheelers by 2045—bold for a country with 72 million bikes. 🌍 UN says 90% of renewable projects are now cheaper than fossil fuels. ⚡ China's new megadam on the Yarlung Tsangpo River will generate 300 million MWh/year—more than 3× the Three Gorges. 🛴 Bo’s new “Turbo” electric scooter can hit a stunning 100 mph—but it’ll cost you $29,500! And your life! Listener Tim from northwest of Edmonton writes in with advice on radiant heating systems—highlighting both efficiency and comfort. 🌩️ The Lightning Round 🔋 China activates its largest lithium iron phosphate battery project: 2 GWh capacity. 🌊 2025 is now “The Year of the Flood” in the U.S., with record-breaking flash flood warnings. 🐟 Lab-grown salmon arrives at a Seattle oyster bar—cheaper for the planet, not your wallet. 💬 Contact Us: Email: [email protected] Voicemail: speakpipe.com/cleanenergyshow ❤️ Support the show: Donate via PayPal: paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=VMDCRPHLNR8YE Join our Patreon: patreon.com/cleanenergypod See you next week for another electric episode! ⚡

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• Football Fanaticism Meets Climate Reality

  A Canadian Football League game was cancelled after fans waited six hours in thick wildfire smoke—smoked sausages, indeed. We dig into why air quality is getting worse and how it’s connected to climate change. Plus, surprising new research shows that diesel generators are allowed to emit 48 times more nitrogen oxides than natural gas boilers. We explore the shocking pollution double standards that exist across industries. Meanwhile, in Northeast Calgary, homeowners are struggling to get insurance due to a rise in extreme hail. Some insurance companies are pulling out entirely. What’s behind this localized crisis—and why it’s a warning for the rest of the country. And in Reno, Nevada, a startup has installed the world’s largest second-life battery grid using hundreds of used EV battery packs. It’s powering a data center and showing a viable path for battery reuse. Also in this episode: Water use restrictions in England as drought conditions worsen U.S. Republicans blame Canada for wildfire smoke ruining their summer (but not climate change) Scientists say cleaning up air pollution might be making global warming worse in the short term Contact Us [email protected] or leave us an online voicemail: http://speakpipe.com/clean Support The Clean Energy Show Join the Clean Club on our Patreon to receive perks for supporting the podcast and our planet! PayPal Donate offers one-time or regular donations. Store Visit The Clean Energy Show Store for T-shirts, hats, and more!. Copyright 2025 Sneeze Media.

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• E-bikes and the Amish; Brian Returns from the U.K.; Djibouti a Renewable Powerhouse

  Amish E-Bikes, Balcony Solar, and a Djibouti Wind Boom E-bikes are quietly transforming Amish communities, balcony solar panels are powering up UK homes, and the tiny African nation of Djibouti is making huge renewable energy strides. Plus, Brian returns from London with fresh eyes on electric taxis, streetcars, and some eyebrow-raising climate solutions. We explore how indoor air quality is the our new air quality frontier. Bill Gates is backing a new kind of wind energy. Plus, climate change delivers catastrophic floods to Texas. YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/thecleanenergyshow TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@cleanenergypod Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cleanenergypod/ 💸 Support the show: Donate via PayPal: https://www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=VMDCRPHLNR8YE Join us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/cleanenergypod

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