<p>Mark Nelson is back for Part 2!</p><p>(If you missed it, <a target="_blank" href="https://www.libertyrpf.com/p/mark-nelson-how-ai-is-forcing-big">here’s part 1</a>)</p><p>Another wide-ranging conversation: We discuss the <strong>implications of the new U.S. administration on energy policy</strong>, particularly focusing on <strong>Chris Wright, the incoming Secretary of Energy</strong>.</p><p>We explore <strong>Wright’s background in the oil and gas industry</strong>, his connections to the nuclear sector through <strong>his board position at Oklo</strong>, and what his appointment might mean for both conventional and <strong>advanced nuclear power in America</strong>.</p><p>We also get into the dynamics between different energy sources, including the <strong>relationship between nuclear power and electric vehicles, the future of LNG exports, and the complex economics of oil and gas production</strong>.</p><p>Don’t miss the under-discussed <strong>love story (💞) between nuclear and batteries</strong>. ☢️🔋</p><p>We also touch on recent regulatory challenges facing <strong>Big Tech companies’ nuclear power initiatives</strong> and how the energy landscape might evolve in the coming years.</p><p>We close with w<strong>hy it’s time to build (again)</strong>. 🏗️ ⚛️ 🚧👷‍♂️🛠️</p> <br/><br/>This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit <a href="https://www.libertyrpf.com/subscribe?utm_medium=podcast&#38;utm_campaign=CTA_2">www.libertyrpf.com/subscribe</a>