Economist Podcasts League of her own: Sheikh Hasina’s grip on Bangladesh
Jun 2, 2023
In this insightful discussion, Vijay Vaitheeswaran, Global energy and climate innovation editor, dives into Bangladesh's political landscape under Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina. He highlights the tension between her impressive development initiatives and the challenges of corruption. Lane Green, author of The Economist's language column, shifts gears to explore the booming Spanish-language music scene, dissecting its cultural impact and the social media dynamics fueling its rise. Together, they uncover the intricate connections between politics, climate innovation, and music trends.
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Direct Air Capture
- Vijay Vaitheeswaran reports from the launch of the world's largest direct air capture facility in Texas.
- Occidental Petroleum and Carbon Engineering aim to remove 500,000 tons of CO2 annually.
Engineered Trees
- Direct air capture, compared to tree planting, offers more permanent carbon storage.
- Geological storage is more reliable, although currently expensive.
New Industry
- Occidental Petroleum's direct air capture plant marks a potential turning point for the industry.
- Other companies are also exploring scaling up this technology.