Professor Shon Hiatt (USC Marshall School of Business) and host Ravi Kurani navigate the intricate nexus between energy, agribusiness, and water's pivotal role. Highlighting the urgency of sustainable practices, he critiqued traditional lithium extraction methods that rely on vast water evaporation in deserts. Instead, Hiatt championed harnessing geothermal energy, spotlighting the innovative approach of extracting lithium from geothermal brine, currently under trial in the Salton Sea area. He introduced the concept of binary geothermal energy production and elucidated the 'pumped storage' technique for energy conservation. Navigating the complex realm of water laws, he underscored the disparities in regulatory approaches across states and emphasized the need for a balanced energy portfolio. In conclusion, Hiatt shared insights about an upcoming energy innovation initiative at the University of Southern California, aiming to foster collaboration and address challenges in the energy sector.
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