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From the Ground Up

From the Ground Up

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 Looking to explore the complex and vital intersection of extractive industries and modern, sustainable economies? Look no further than From the Ground Up, a riveting new podcast series featuring passionate University of Chicago Harris School of Public Policy students.

Guided by Christian Gaona, an alum of the Colorado School of Mines, former underground mine operator, and industrial electrician, our team delves deep beneath the surface to examine the intricate processes through which the minerals beneath our feet fuel the global economy. Join us for a journey underground and discover the most pertinent issues shaping the future of our world.

From the Ground Up is proudly presented by the University of Chicago Public Policy Podcasts.Copyright UC3P Earth Sciences Science
Episodes
  • Rare Earth Series Part 3: Navigating the Trade-offs and Opportunities in Rare Earth

    Rare Earth Series Part 3: Navigating the Trade-offs and Opportunities in Rare Earth
    Apr 9 2024
    The From the Ground Up team brings you the final episode of the special three-part series on Rare Earth Minerals. After extensively discussing the global supply chain issues surrounding Rare Earths, issues surrounding its mining, and its application in two critical industries, the team in this episode examines the existing trade-offs towards Rare Earths Minerals mining & utilization, and the ways in which the industry is trying to manage them. The discussion explores explicitly the need for Rare Earths Minerals Recycling and possible challenges in this respect. The discussion concludes with the team exploring the huge business opportunity that the recycling domain presents and the key stakeholders that can take advantage thereof. Enjoy this episode.

    If you want to contribute your thoughts or questions or join us on air, drop us a line at UC3Pfromthegroundup@gmail.com. Lets explore the options and work towards creating a better policy apparatus together.
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    23 mins
  • Nuclear Energy Policy and Uranium Mining

    Nuclear Energy Policy and Uranium Mining
    Mar 27 2024
    In this episode, the Uranium Mining & Nuclear Energy Policy event, recorded live on February 22nd, 2024, is recaptured for a comprehensive panel discussion that aims to highlight the critical role of uranium mining in powering the nuclear energy sector in the USA. This event addressed the strategic, environmental, and policy dimensions of uranium mining and its indispensable role in sustaining and advancing nuclear energy production and recycling nuclear fuel. Hear from Dr. Roger Blomquist, Principal Nuclear Engineer at Argonne National Laboratory; Mr. Paul Goranson, CEO of enCore Energy; Scott Melbye, Executive Vice President of Uranium Energy Corp. & President of Uranium Royalty Corp.; and Kevin O'Sullivan, CEO of Alpha Nur.
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    53 mins
  • Rare Earth Series Part 2: Powering Electronics & EV Industries

    Rare Earth Series Part 2: Powering Electronics & EV Industries
    Mar 7 2024
    The From the Ground Up team brings you the second episode to the special three-part series on Rare Earth Minerals. In this episode, the team deep dives into the application of Rare Earths in domains pertaining to Electronics and Electric Vehicles, while exploring the challenges plaguing the Rare Earths’ supply chain for these industries. Additionally, the team analyses the efforts made by industries and domestic policies to address these challenges. The discussion concludes with the team exploring some trade-offs associated with mining these vital minerals. Enjoy this episode and stay tuned for the final episode to this series.

    If you want to contribute your thoughts or questions or join us on air, drop us a line at UC3Pfromthegroundup@gmail.com. Lets explore the options and work towards creating a better policy apparatus together.

    Bibliography:
    1. "Rare earth elements await in waste" - Rice University
    https://news.rice.edu/news/2022/rare-earth-elements-await-waste

    2. "The Future is Electric" - BMW
    https://www.bmwgroup.com/en/report/2021/bmw-group-report/the-future-is-electric/index.html
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    33 mins
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