This week, apart from learning how to make a Double Irish with a Dutch Sandwich, we interviewed the incredible Dr. Ainsley Elbra to break down some key concepts surrounding renewable energy and mining. You'll learn about:- the renewable energy race and its environmental impacts- the concerns we should have about renewable energy- the effect of mining on community displacement- mining multi-national company (MNC) tax avoidanceIn a recent article titled ‘A typology of Avoidance’ (we'll post the link) for the Sydney Environment Institute, Ainsley highlighted how the global race to address the climate crisis has overlooked the negative impacts of the global shift to renewable energy.We tackle a lot of big questions this week, so strap your boots on and get ready to learn!About Dr. Elbra:For her master's thesis, Ainsley examined private governance as a solution to Africa's resource curse. Lately, Ainsley’s research seeks to understand the displacement effects of mining and renewable energy, with a focus on developing states. She is currently co-leading a research project on multinational corporate tax avoidance. This work looks at voluntary governance solutions and firms' responses to calls for greater tax transparency.Support the show

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