10-Minute Climate Podcast
Welcome to 10-Minute Climate, the podcast powered by Beaverbrook Energy. Climate and energy are changing everything in our world. On this podcast we’re looking to break down some of the issues and bring it home as to what it means to you.
Episodes
You wouldn't run a business without knowing where your money goes—so why do we do it with energy?
Most businesses know when Bob from Sunderland is on holiday—but ask them how much energy their HVAC unit uses, and you’ll get a blank stare. In this episode, Max and Tony dig into why energy remains one of the least understood and most poorly managed aspects of modern business.
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Max and Tony talk about the benefits of solar energy, from helping the environment to making land use more efficient. They discuss how solar farms can boost biodiversity, how solar panels are easy to recycle, and why they’re a great investment for landowners. Plus, they explain why solar power is quieter and less disruptive than traditional farming or other energy sources.
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Max and Tony talk about Small Modular Nuclear Reactors (SMRs) – small, powerful reactors that could change how we get energy. These reactors have been used in submarines for years, and now they could help make clean power 24/7. Listen to find out why SMRs might be the answer to our energy future.
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Ships vs cables! Max and Tony explore the shift from shipping fossil fuels to transmitting electricity via cables. With China leading renewables and Russia’s gas pipelines in play, could global cooperation be the key to a sustainable energy future? Tune in for a deep dive!
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Max and Tony explore the challenges of transitioning from gas to renewable energy, discussing carbon dioxide emissions, carbon capture technology, and energy security. They cover the impact of geopolitics on gas supply, the benefits of renewable energy, and why electrification is key to a sustainable future. Tune in to learn about the future of energy, carbon capture, and the shift to clean energy solutions.
In this episode, Max and Tony dive into the history and complexities of natural gas. They discuss how gas, once seen as a byproduct to be flared off, became a crucial energy source that transformed the energy landscape. From the early days of coal gas to the shift to cleaner North Sea gas in the 70s, they explore the engineering marvels that made gas widespread across the UK. They also address the current challenges, including the ...
Max and Tony debate the role of biomass energy, specifically wood burning, as an alternative to coal. Max defends biomass as a transitional solution until cleaner energy sources like solar and nuclear are more viable, while Tony warns about its environmental impact and long-term effects. They discuss the pros and cons of biomass, the food vs. fuel dilemma, and explore alternatives like solar. Though they don’t fully agree, both rec...
We've got electric cars, electric trains, but what about electric planes?
Max and Tony clash this week on the future of air travel. Should we take a step back and slow travel down? Or is that not feasible in this day and age? What solutions are there? If any? They do agree that long-distance travel needs new solutions, even if they’re unconventional.
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In this episode, we dive deep into the world of nuclear energy and explore the question: why don’t we have more nuclear power stations in the UK? We’ll unpack the challenges and complexities that have led to the relatively slow growth of nuclear power in the UK, despite its potential to provide clean, reliable energy. Is it too dangerous, or have we just been too cautious? Could nuclear power be the answer to the country’s energy n...
In this episode, Max and Tony break down why it’s not as easy as just stopping oil to fight climate change. They discusses the deep integration of oil and fossil fuels in everyday life, highlighting how petroleum-based products are essential in everything from transportation to consumer goods like clothing and electronics. The conversation touches on the environmental impact of burning fossil fuels, the challenges of transitioning ...
This episode explores why the UK has lagged in onshore wind turbine installations despite having vast wind resources. Max and Tony discuss political decisions, local opposition, and aesthetic concerns that hindered growth. They highlight the success of offshore wind power and the potential for future expansion as technology improves, with a focus on how the industry could change in the next few years.
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Why is Europe not cold like Canada? ❄️ If we're not careful, it might be, sooner than we'd like, all because of AMOC. It's very real and quite scary.
In this episode, Max and Tony discuss the Atlantic Meridional Overturning Circulation (AMOC), a vital ocean current that helps regulate the climate of northern Europe by transporting warm water from the South Atlantic to the North Atlantic. The AMOC is slowing down due to factors like...
In this episode, Tony and Max delve into the benefits of electric vehicles (EVs) and the ongoing transformation of the automotive industry. Max shares his personal experience with EVs, highlighting their superior driving experience—faster, quieter, and easier—compared to traditional cars. The conversation touches on the past history of electric cars, their increasing popularity, and the impact of battery tchnology. They discuss the...
How does the grid know you're about to boil the kettle or turn the light on?
Why did Coronation Street cause a power surge?
And how are China keeping renewable energy fun?
This week, Tony and Max discuss the groundbreaking role of batteries in reducing emissions and revolutionising the energy grid. They highlight how batteries store renewable energy from wind and solar, reducing reliance on fossil fuels, and saving 4% of the UK’s p...
Welcome to 10-Minute Climate. The podcast powered by Beaverbrook Energy
In our first episode, Max and Tony take you through a brief history of energy, what it is, where it's come from and why they love it.
We learn that the bicycle changed everything, why we can't just stop consuming energy, and how the oil industry saved the whales (sort of).
We trace its evolution from the Industrial Revolution to the present day. We discuss the...
Welcome to 10-Minute Climate. The podcast powered by Beaverbrook Energy
Climate and energy are changing absolutely everything in our world. With 70 years in the industry between them, Max and Tony are looking to break down some of the issues and bring it home as to what it means to you.
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