Hydrogen (H₂) gas may be an important tool to decarbonize, but it is crucial that the process of making the H₂ is itself clean. Green hydrogen is made with renewable energy. The fossil industry is pushing ‘blue hydrogen’ made from methane, but investigation reveals a bait and switch. We talk to an expert about what is going on.

The reading list:

• EarthJustice report: Reclaiming hydrogen as a renewable energy
• Howarth and Jacobson: How green is blue hydrogen?
• Time Magazine questions wisdom of getting hydrogen from methane
• An example of the gas industry's hydrogen scam, at Peabody Peaker!
• NYT's Tabuchi on hydrogen from methane
• S&P podcast on blue hydrogen
• Guardian on false claims by fossil industry, exec resigns
• DeSmogBlog on blue hydrogen
• Eye opening piece on the dangers of CCS pipelines

Because we recognize the necessity of personal accountability for our actions, because we accept responsibility for a building a durable future and because we believe it is our patriotic duty as citizens to speak out, we must insist the United States transform it’s energy sector, over the next decade, under a just and equitable plan, that uses regulations, investments and a price on carbon to safeguard our collective future.

Thanks for listening.

…Ted McIntyre

The next 20 years are critical decades in addressing climate change. Methane (AKA natural) gas is widely used and the pipes transporting it have lots of leaks. The methane gas that escapes into the air will be at least 80 times more potent than carbon dioxide and will contribute to the global temperature rise. Cleaning up after the fracking industry must be a priority. We speak with an expert from the Clean Air Task Force to learn more.

The reading list:

• https://www.catf.us/about/
• https://www.catf.us/work/super-pollutants/
• https://www.catf.us/2021/08/ipccs-new-assessment-report-highlights-the-urgency-of-sharp-reductions-in-methane/
• https://www.climatechangenews.com/2021/08/11/ipcc-report-prompts-calls-tackle-methane-emissions-cop26/
• https://www.factcheck.org/2018/09/how-potent-is-methane/
• https://www.catf.us/wp-content/uploads/2021/03/CATF_Methane_2Pager_06.24.21.pdf

Because we recognize the necessity of personal accountability for our actions, because we accept responsibility for a building a durable future and because we believe it is our patriotic duty as citizens to speak out, we must insist the United States transform it’s energy sector, over the next decade, under a just and equitable plan, that uses regulations, investments and a price on carbon to safeguard our collective future.

Thanks for listening.

…Ted McIntyre

An important tool in stopping the construction of unwanted fossil fuel (or other) infrastructure is a human presence on the site. That is a fancy way of saying the camp on the site of a proposed lithium mine in NV is a good thing to learn about. We talk to a founder of the camp at Thacker Pass about life there.

The reading list:

• https://www.protectthackerpass.org/
• The Stars at Thacker Pass
• @MaxWilbert, @ProtectThPass
• https://standwithstandingrock.net/
• https://www.stopline3.org/hub

• The Climate Minute's Lithium Series, Episode 1- The Lithium Lens
• The Climate Minute's Lithium Series, Episode 2- Lithium at the Critical Juncture
• The Climate Minute's Lithium Series, Episode 3-Troubling facts about mining.
• The Climate Minute's Lithium Series, Episode 4 -A lithium mine threatens Thacker Pass
• The Climate Minute's Lithium Series, Episode 5- Ends, Means, Nonviolence and Lithium
• The Climate Minute's Lithium Series, Episode 6 - Mining and recycling are two sides of a coin

• The Climate Minute's Lithium Series, Episode 7- Vision of a shared future
• Contact Secretary Haaland at DoI
• Here is info on the Thacker Pass encampment
• Wilbert's Bright Green Lies
• KPCW interviews Wilbert
• GRIST on Thacker Pass
• KTVN on Thacker Pass
• Contact "Protect Thacker Pass"

Because we recognize the necessity of personal accountability for our actions, because we accept responsibility for a building a durable future and because we believe it is our patriotic duty as citizens to speak out, we must insist the United States transform it’s energy sector, over the next decade, under a just and equitable plan, that uses regulations, investments and a price on carbon to safeguard our collective future.

Thanks for listening.

…Ted McIntyre

Opposition to the extraction of lithium in Nevada is centered in an encampment in Thacker Pass. In a move that looks like a combination of harassment and intimidation, the BLM has levied a $49,890.13 fine against the founders of the camp. Max Wilbert is one of those founders, and we discuss justification for the camp, some of the relevant history and some details on the latest developments.

The reading list:

• https://www.protectthackerpass.org/
• @MaxWilbert, @ProtectThPass
• Press release on the fine
• Sierra Nevada Daily on the fines at Thacker Pass

• a Map of NV reservations
• The Climate Minute's Lithium Series, Episode 1- The Lithium Lens
• The Climate Minute's Lithium Series, Episode 2- Lithium at the Critical Juncture
• The Climate Minute's Lithium Series, Episode 3-Troubling facts about mining.
• The Climate Minute's Lithium Series, Episode 4 -A lithium mine threatens Thacker Pass
• The Climate Minute's Lithium Series, Episode 5- Ends, Means, Nonviolence and Lithium
• The Climate Minute's Lithium Series, Episode 6 - Mining and recycling are two sides of a coin
• The Climate Minute's Lithium Series, Episode 7- Vison of a shared future
• Contact Secretary Haaland at DoI
• Here is info on the Thacker Pass encampment
• Wilbert's Bright Green Lies
• KPCW interviews WIlbert
• GRIST on Thacker Pass
• KTVN on Thacker Pass
• Contact "Protect Thacker Pass"
• High Country News on cost to religious sites

Because we recognize the necessity of personal accountability for our actions, because we accept responsibility for a building a durable future and because we believe it is our patriotic duty as citizens to speak out, we must insist the United States transform it’s energy sector, over the next decade, under a just and equitable plan, that uses regulations, investments and a price on carbon to safeguard our collective future.

Thanks for listening.

…Ted McIntyre

As a climate conscious weathercaster, Chris Gloninger knows a lot about both climate science and climate communication. Listen in for sage advice.

The reading list:

• @ChrisGloninger
• Chris Gloninger's bio at KCCI
• Gloninger's "Climate Change Project" for NBC10 Boston- video
• Grist on weathercasters
• Climate communications on weathercasters
• Gloninger discussing the Texas freeze- video
• The Guardian on TV and Climate

Because we recognize the necessity of personal accountability for our actions, because we accept responsibility for a building a durable future and because we believe it is our patriotic duty as citizens to speak out, we must insist the United States transform it’s energy sector, over the next decade, under a just and equitable plan, that uses regulations, investments and a price on carbon to safeguard our collective future.

Thanks for listening.

…Ted McIntyre

Chris Gloninger is a trained meteorologist and TV weathercaster who understands climate change and is willing to tell the truth. Listen to him discuss the challenges of reporting weather and climate as well as the changing role of weathercasters.

The reading list:

• @ChrisGloninger
• Chris Gloninger's bio at KCCI
• Gloninger's "Climate Change Project" for NBC10 Boston- video
• Grist on weathercasters
• Climate communications on weathercasters
• Gloninger discussing the Texas freeze- video

Because we recognize the necessity of personal accountability for our actions, because we accept responsibility for a building a durable future and because we believe it is our patriotic duty as citizens to speak out, we must insist the United States transform it’s energy sector, over the next decade, under a just and equitable plan, that uses regulations, investments and a price on carbon to safeguard our collective future.

Thanks for listening.

…Ted McIntyre

The effort to Stop Line 3 is inspired by the idea of climate justice -among many other factors. This leads to a discussion of what a just energy transition should look like. We chat with a MN activist about how to build the future.

The reading list:

• stopline3.org
• CJA on a Principles of a Just Transition
• NAACP on Just Transition
• Markey on Civilian Climate Corp
• Rare Earths in Coal Country
• BP's Carbon footprint scam
• 350MN on Line 3
• MN NPR on Line 3
• Contact your Member of Congress
• Contact the White House
• The Climate Minute's Lithium Series, Episode 1- The Lithium Lens
• The Climate Minute's Lithium Series, Episode 2- Lithium at the Critical Juncture
• The Climate Minute's Lithium Series, Episode 3-Troubling facts about mining.
• The Climate Minute's Lithium Series, Episode 4 -A lithium mine threatens Thacker Pass
• The Climate Minute's Lithium Series, Episode 5- Ends, Means, Nonviolence and Lithium
• The Climate Minute's Lithium Series, Episode 6 - Mining and recycling are two sides of a coin
• The Climate Minute's Lithium Series, Episode 7, Vision of a shared future

Because we recognize the necessity of personal accountability for our actions, because we accept responsibility for a building a durable future and because we believe it is our patriotic duty as citizens to speak out, we must insist the United States transform it’s energy sector, over the next decade, under a just and equitable plan, that uses regulations, investments and a price on carbon to safeguard our collective future.

Thanks for listening.

…Ted McIntyre

“Line 3” is a nearly complete tar sands pipeline under construction in MN that threatens more climate mayhem. It must be stopped for local, national and global reasons. Listen to an activist discuss what is going on in the Land of 10,000 Lakes, and what you can do to help.

The reading list:

• https://www.stopline3.org/#intro
• https://mn350.org/campaigns/stop-line-3-pipeline/
• MN NPR on Line 3
• Contact your Member of Congress
• Contact the White House

Because we recognize the necessity of personal accountability for our actions, because we accept responsibility for a building a durable future and because we believe it is our patriotic duty as citizens to speak out, we must insist the United States transform it’s energy sector, over the next decade, under a just and equitable plan, that uses regulations, investments and a price on carbon to safeguard our collective future.

Thanks for listening.

…Ted McIntyre

After riding your bike from Boston to Oregon, you may have some thoughts to share. Listen in to some reflections on riding cross-country.

The reading list:

• The Climate Minute podcast on Alan's cross country trek
• Alan's Twitter handle: @AlanBikeClimate
• MassBike on Alan's ride
• Channel 25's piece on Alan's ride
• https://www.rozziebikes.org/
• https://bostoncyclistsunion.org/

Because we recognize the necessity of personal accountability for our actions, because we accept responsibility for a building a durable future and because we believe it is our patriotic duty as citizens to speak out, we must insist the United States transform it’s energy sector, over the next decade, under a just and equitable plan, that uses regulations, investments and a price on carbon to safeguard our collective future.

Thanks for listening.

…Ted McIntyre

Did you ever dream about riding your bike across our nation, from sea to shining sea? We talk with someone who did just that, riding his bike from Boston to Oregon, by way of Grant Montana.

The reading list:

• Alan's Twitter handle: @AlanBikeClimate
• MassBike on Alan's ride
• Channel 25's piece on Alan's ride
• https://www.rozziebikes.org/
• https://bostoncyclistsunion.org/
• https://www.wired.com/gallery/best-electric-bikes/
• https://www.adventurecycling.org/about/mission/
• https://ridewithgps.com/
• https://www.komoot.com/
• https://www.traillink.com/
• https://www.warmshowers.org/
• https://www.adventurecycling.org/blog/cycling-and-warm-showers-really-what-is-that/
• https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Grant,_Montana

Because we recognize the necessity of personal accountability for our actions, because we accept responsibility for a building a durable future and because we believe it is our patriotic duty as citizens to speak out, we must insist the United States transform it’s energy sector, over the next decade, under a just and equitable plan, that uses regulations, investments and a price on carbon to safeguard our collective future.

Thanks for listening.

…Ted McIntyre