Ep #52 Electrifying Australia with Saul Griffith: How Tradespeople and Policy Can Lead the Clean Energy Revolution

16/12/2025 59 min
Ep #52 Electrifying Australia with Saul Griffith: How Tradespeople and Policy Can Lead the Clean Energy Revolution

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Send us a textIn this episode: We sit down with Saul Griffith to explore his journey from metallurgy to MIT, Silicon Valley, and now leading work in policy, engineering, and sustainability. Saul shares insights on electrification, zero-emissions infrastructure, and how tradespeople are central to building a clean energy future. We also dive into innovative ideas for long-lasting homes, smarter energy markets, and practical ways Australians can trade and generate electricity.Episode Covers:Electrification and the role of tradespeople in a zero-emissions futureReforming the electricity market to empower householdsImproving the National Construction Code and building “thousand-year homes”Sustainable construction materials: bricks, timber, and hybrid approachesCost savings, public health, and community benefits of clean energyChallenges and opportunities in clean tech supply chains and domestic manufacturingSaul’s productivity rituals and a sneak peek at his upcoming bookEpisode Highlights:Saul criticizes star ratings for homes and proposes energy efficiency measured in kilowatt hours per square meter per personDiscussion on Australians trading solar power peer-to-peerVision for long-lasting, durable, zero-emission homesFun rapid-fire questions: favorite sports teams, snacks, and music preferencesInsights into upcoming book and Substack updatesPerfect for:Sustainability enthusiasts and clean energy advocatesTradespeople and engineers interested in electrificationPolicy makers and innovators in energy and infrastructureAnyone curious about practical solutions for a zero-emission future

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