The Minerals Manhattan Podcast
Power Shift: Navigating the IRA and USA Mining Policy with Todd Malan
Emily is joined by Todd Malan of Talon Metals and they dive into what is shaping, moving and shaking industrial policy in Washington DC. They discuss what's happening to supply chains as we move from a fossil fuel centered energy system to a minerals centered energy system. As Emily and Todd explore the nuances of this transition, they share captivating insights from dual perspectives: that of an investor and a project developer. The conversation zeroes in on key legislative initiatives, including the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) and the Clean Vehicle Credit under Section 30D. Uncover how these policies are propelling the nation towards cleaner energy solutions and what their implications are for both the environment and the economy.
The duo also uncovers the critical role of supply chain security in this new era of energy transformation. From discussions on carbon mineralization to the significance of critical minerals, they shed light on the dynamic interplay between technology, innovation, and sustainability.
Episode Highlights
Inflation Reduction Act
Section 30D - Clean Vehicle Credit
The Transition to Cleaner Sources of Energy
Supply Chain Security
Critical Minerals
Todd Malan
Todd Malan is Chief External Affairs Officer & Head of Climate Strategy at Talon Metals, a new generation mineral resource company focused on discovery and development of high-grade nickel deposits in the Lake Superior region of the United States. Malan has responsibility for the company’s interaction with governments, tribal sovereign governments, media, investors, off-take partners and communities. Malan leads Talon’s climate innovation activities including carbon capture and storage via new approaches to mineralization, reducing operational emissions at sites, clean energy and customer partnerships. Malan previously led the Corporate Relations team for global mining and metals leader Rio Tinto in the Americas region and globally for the Rio Tinto Aluminum product group. Before joining the mining and metals sector, Malan was a Managing Director at Goldman Sachs. He is a graduate of the University of Washington in Seattle and studied at Birkbeck College at the University of London as a Hansard Scholar. Malan lives in Washington D.C. with his partner David DeSantis.
Todd Malan on LinkedIn
https://www.linkedin.com/in/todd-malan-9b901a1a7/
Emily is joined by Todd Malan of Talon Metals and they dive into what is shaping, moving and shaking industrial policy in Washington DC. They discuss what's happening to supply chains as we move from a fossil fuel centered energy system to a minerals centered energy system. As Emily and Todd explore the nuances of this transition, they share captivating insights from dual perspectives: that of an investor and a project developer. The conversation zeroes in on key legislative initiatives, including the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) and the Clean Vehicle Credit under Section 30D. Uncover how these policies are propelling the nation towards cleaner energy solutions and what their implications are for both the environment and the economy.
The duo also uncovers the critical role of supply chain security in this new era of energy transformation. From discussions on carbon mineralization to the significance of critical minerals, they shed light on the dynamic interplay between technology, innovation, and sustainability.
Episode Highlights
Inflation Reduction Act
Section 30D - Clean Vehicle Credit
The Transition to Cleaner Sources of Energy
Supply Chain Security
Critical Minerals
Todd Malan
Todd Malan is Chief External Affairs Officer & Head of Climate Strategy at Talon Metals, a new generation mineral resource company focused on discovery and development of high-grade nickel deposits in the Lake Superior region of the United States. Malan has responsibility for the company’s interaction with governments, tribal sovereign governments, media, investors, off-take partners and communities. Malan leads Talon’s climate innovation activities including carbon capture and storage via new approaches to mineralization, reducing operational emissions at sites, clean energy and customer partnerships. Malan previously led the Corporate Relations team for global mining and metals leader Rio Tinto in the Americas region and globally for the Rio Tinto Aluminum product group. Before joining the mining and metals sector, Malan was a Managing Director at Goldman Sachs. He is a graduate of the University of Washington in Seattle and studied at Birkbeck College at the University of London as a Hansard Scholar. Malan lives in Washington D.C. with his partner David DeSantis.
Todd Malan on LinkedIn
https://www.linkedin.com/in/todd-malan-9b901a1a7/