# Energy Costs on The No Agenda Show Energy Costs comes up in 6 chapters across 6 episodes of The No Agenda Show, from July 2010 to November 2022. - **Chapters:** 6 - **Episodes:** 6 - **Discussed:** July 2010 – November 2022 - **Related topics:** [Al Gore](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/al-gore.md), [Athens](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/athens.md), [Chevy Volt](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/chevy-volt.md), [Cia](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cia.md), [Climate Change](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/climate-change.md), [Data Privacy](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/data-privacy.md), [Department Of Energy](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/department-of-energy.md), [Disinformation](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/disinformation.md), [Dividends](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/dividends.md), [Emmanuel Macron](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/emmanuel-macron.md) ## Chapters 1–6 of 6 ### Athens Protests, CIA Disinformation History - **Episode:** [1502: Shood Fortage](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1502-shood-fortage.md) - **Published:** 2022-11-24 - **Time:** 2:06:34–2:08:47 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1502-shood-fortage/chapter/athens-protests-cia-disinformation-history.md The hosts briefly mention mass protests in Athens, Greece, over energy and food costs. They transition to a historical look at CIA disinformation tactics, featuring Frank Snepp, an ex-CIA analyst who was sued by the agency for publishing a book without clearance. Snepp describes how the agency planted stories in the media during the Vietnam War. Keywords: [athens](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/athens.md), [greece](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/greece.md), [taxes](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/taxes.md), [energy costs](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/energy-costs.md), [cia](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cia.md), frank snepp, [disinformation](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/disinformation.md) ### Emmanuel Macron, End of Abundance and Energy Costs - **Episode:** [1480: Internet of Dogs](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1480-internet-of-dogs.md) - **Published:** 2022-08-27 - **Time:** 2:25:38–2:28:13 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1480-internet-of-dogs/chapter/emmanuel-macron-end-of-abundance-and-energy-costs.md French President Emmanuel Macron warned citizens of the "end of abundance" and a "carefree time," citing global upheaval and the price of freedom. A Dutch climate advisor echoed these sentiments, stating that energy and food have been "too cheap" for 40 years and that prices must rise to repair "geopolitical imbalances." The hosts characterize these statements as a planned reduction in living standards. Keywords: [emmanuel macron](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/emmanuel-macron.md), [france](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/france.md), abundance, [energy costs](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/energy-costs.md), [climate change](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/climate-change.md), [inflation](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/inflation.md) ### Electric Vehicle Infrastructure, Privacy, and Charging Costs - **Episode:** [1019: #deletethebag](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1019-deletethebag.md) - **Published:** 2018-03-25 - **Time:** 13:28–17:27 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1019-deletethebag/chapter/electric-vehicle-infrastructure-privacy-and-charging-costs.md The economics and privacy implications of electric vehicle charging networks like ChargePoint are examined. Users are often forced to share personal data through apps to access power, and charging costs in cities like Austin can reach $16 per day, rivaling traditional car lease payments. While the Chevy Volt is noted as a more practical alternative due to its backup motor, the overall EV ecosystem is criticized for its lack of anonymity and potential for centralized control. Keywords: chargepoint, austin energy, [data privacy](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/data-privacy.md), ev infrastructure, [chevy volt](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/chevy-volt.md), electricity costs ### Al Gore, Renewable Energy Profitability Claims - **Episode:** [916: Personfriend](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/916-personfriend.md) - **Published:** 2017-03-30 - **Time:** 16:23–18:12 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/916-personfriend/chapter/al-gore-renewable-energy-profitability-claims.md Al Gore, a partner at Kleiner Perkins, claims that renewable energy is now cheaper than fossil fuels due to zero marginal fuel costs. The hosts analyze a clip where Gore suggests that shifting to non-polluting sources results in making more money. They argue that Gore's personal investments in green energy companies influence his public stance. Keywords: [al gore](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/al-gore.md), [renewable energy](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/renewable-energy.md), [solar panels](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/solar-panels.md), marginal cost, [kleiner perkins](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/kleiner-perkins.md) ### 97% Consensus Lie, Department of Energy Questionnaire - **Episode:** [891: Bug Juice](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/891-bug-juice.md) - **Published:** 2017-01-01 - **Time:** 2:26:54–2:31:19 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/891-bug-juice/chapter/97-consensus-lie-department-of-energy-questionnaire.md The frequently cited "97% consensus" on man-made global warming is dismissed as a statistical lie based on a limited set of papers. The discussion also covers the Trump transition team's questionnaire to the Department of Energy, which was met with resistance from civil servants. Keywords: 97 percent consensus, [department of energy](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/department-of-energy.md), [trump transition](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/trump-transition.md), carbon cost, civil servants ### Carbon Share Auctions and Energy Dividend Math - **Episode:** [213: Post Traumatic Sex](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/213-post-traumatic-sex.md) - **Published:** 2010-07-01 - **Time:** 45:38–49:03 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/213-post-traumatic-sex/chapter/carbon-share-auctions-and-energy-dividend-math.md The CLEAR Act proposes auctioning 100% of carbon permits to fossil fuel producers, with 75% of the revenue returned to citizens as monthly dividends. Analysts argue this creates a shell game where consumers pay higher energy costs at the pump and on utility bills, only to receive a portion of that money back from the government. 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