In this episode, Energy expert Robert Bryce breaks down the global energy crisis, the impact of rising electricity costs, and the realities of renewable energy. He explains why energy policies are hurting the working class, how wind and solar energy face major challenges, and why nuclear power could be a key solution. Bryce also discusses electric vehicles (EVs), the expansion of data centers, and the politics of energy regulations. Get the facts on energy affordability, infrastructure challenges, and the role of fossil fuels in the world’s energy future.🔔 Subscribe for more insights on energy, climate policy, and economic impacts!📌 Chapters:0:00 - Introduction to Energy Policy Issues1:30 - Rising Energy Costs and Their Impact on Businesses3:10 - Why Energy Policy Matters to Everyday People4:45 - Climate Policy vs. Energy Realism6:20 - The Challenges of Renewable Energy (Wind & Solar)8:55 - The Truth About Land Use Conflicts & Solar Rejections10:30 - Data Centers and the Growing Energy Demand12:15 - Supply Chain Issues and Infrastructure Delays14:40 - How Energy Policies Are Shaping the Future17:50 - Energy Costs: A Class Issue?19:25 - Indiana’s Energy Future and Policy Shifts20:30 - Pro-Nuclear Energy Policy and Its Challenges22:10 - Gas Appliances, Regulations, and Political Shifts23:45 - Energy Poverty: 47% of the World Lacks Reliable Energy25:15 - The Human Cost of Energy Scarcity28:00 - How Global Energy Policies Are Impacting Industry31:15 - The Role of China, India & Global Coal Usage32:50 - Why Nuclear Energy Is Stagnant in the U.S.34:10 - Will the U.S. See a Surge in Solar and Battery Storage?36:45 - The Political Roadblocks to Nuclear Energy Growth38:10 - Hydrogen vs. Fossil Fuels: What's the Future?39:45 - The Real Cost of Electric Vehicles (EVs)42:35 - The Lithium Battery Problem & EV Production Emissions44:10 - Industry Retreat from Net Zero Commitments46:50 - Are Energy Policies Hurting the Middle Class?48:20 - The Politics of Energy & Shifts in Voter Trends50:00 - Balancing Clean Energy and Economic Growth51:35 - The U.S. as a Natural Gas Superpower54:15 - Final Thoughts: The Importance of Energy Realism💬 What do you think about current energy policies? Drop your thoughts in the comments!Thanks to our Sponsors: Cascade Environmental, E-Tank, and WASTELINQ

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