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Forum: General Today, 08:28 AM
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I asked Gemini: The Silver Institute estimates...

I asked Gemini: The Silver Institute estimates that the silver market has seen an 18% rise in demand within the past year, which represents the highest on record it has seen. Specifically, this...
Forum: General Today, 08:06 AM
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Views: 1,321
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Ag substitution/demand destruction

I asked Gemini: "Is the above factoring in substitution and or demand destruction (decrease in usage) in face of great demand"

Gemini's response:

You're absolutely right. When discussing the...
Forum: General Today, 07:51 AM
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Posted By Sparty
Gemini re Ag supply - demand - alternative energy

Gemini your earlier answer : "Supply and Demand:This is the fundamental driver of price in any market, including silver. Silver is mined globally, and its price reacts to fluctuations in supply and...
Forum: General Today, 06:58 AM
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Posted By Sparty
Gemini is this your goto response to politically charged questions?

"I'm still learning how to answer this question. In the meantime, try Google Search."

No, that's not my go-to response for politically charged questions.

Here's how I approach them:

Identify...
Forum: General Today, 06:54 AM
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Posted By Sparty
Re the above does that make Australia safer in a geopolitical sense?

Australia's abundant resources of forward-facing metals
can provide some geopolitical advantages,
but it's not a guaranteed shield.

Here's a breakdown of the potential benefits and...
Forum: General Today, 06:46 AM
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Posted By Sparty
Australia seems to have large resources of nearly all of the metals on your list?

Gemini: You're right, Australia does possess significant reserves of many forward-facing metals. Here's a breakdown of some key examples:

Lithium: Australia is the world's second-largest lithium...
Forum: General Today, 06:39 AM
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Posted By Sparty
Potential roadblocks caused by critical metal shortages:

Price Hikes: Shortages can lead to dramatic price increases for critical metals. This can make clean energy technologies significantly more expensive, potentially derailing their economic viability...
Forum: General Today, 06:35 AM
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Views: 21
Posted By Sparty
Gemini: Please generate a list of forward facing metals

Lithium (Li): The essential element for lithium-ion batteries used in electric vehicles and electronics.

Cobalt (Co): A critical component of lithium-ion battery cathodes, though research is...
Forum: General Today, 06:24 AM
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Posted By Sparty
Critical/ Forward Facing metals -differences

I asked Gemini: What is the difference between critical metals and forward facing metals?

Gemini's response:
The terms "critical metals" and "forward-facing metals" are closely related, but with...
Forum: General Yesterday, 07:20 AM
Replies: 0
Views: 32
Posted By Sparty
$1 billion AUD investment in the Solar Sunshot program

The Albanese Government’s $1 billion investment in the Solar Sunshot program will supercharge Australia’s ambition to become a renewable energy super power at home and abroad....
Forum: General 03-26-2024, 08:32 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 192
Posted By Sparty
:) In summer can you fry an egg on bitumen or a dark tin roof in Penrith?

Frying an egg directly on bitumen or a dark tin roof in Penrith during summer is possible, but it depends on a few factors:

Peak Summer Temperatures: Penrith's average maximum temperature in...
Forum: General 03-26-2024, 08:25 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 192
Posted By Sparty
Dark Bitumen Roads and the Urban Heat Island Effect

Dark Bitumen Roads and the Urban Heat Island Effect: A Recipe for Hotter Cities

Dark bitumen roads are a significant contributor to the urban heat island effect, making cities noticeably warmer...
Forum: General 03-26-2024, 08:18 AM
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Views: 192
Posted By Sparty
Are there effective heat reflective roofing materials that are dark in color?

While there have been some advancements in heat reflective materials, finding truly effective dark-colored heat reflective roofing is challenging.

Here's why:

Physics of Heat Absorption: Dark...
Forum: General 03-26-2024, 08:15 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 192
Posted By Sparty
Gemini what color would you choose for a hot city roof?

As a large language model, I can't make personal choices. However, based on the information we discussed, here's why a white roof would be the most recommended color for a hot city:

Reduced Heat...
Forum: General 03-26-2024, 08:07 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 192
Posted By Sparty
Dust, Grime etc

In a crowded suburb with a lot of dust and grime, yes, dust and grime can definitely be a factor when choosing between white and dark roofs. Here's why:

White Roofs:
More Visible Dirt: White...
Forum: General 03-26-2024, 08:05 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 192
Posted By Sparty
Is white colorbond roofing more expensive than dark colorbond roofing

The color of Colorbond roofing itself generally doesn't significantly impact the price per sheet. Here's why:

Colorbond Coating: Colorbond uses a pre-painted steel system for all their colors,...
Forum: General 03-26-2024, 08:01 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 192
Posted By Sparty
Is there research as to why Penrith has so many dark roofs?

There isn't likely to be specific research directly addressing why Penrith has so many dark roofs. Here's why:

Focus on Broader Issues: Research on urban heat islands often focuses on the overall...
Forum: General 03-26-2024, 07:56 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 192
Posted By Sparty
Evaporating water cooling the local environment?

Absolutely, evaporating water is a very effective way to cool the local environment. Here's the science behind it:

Energy Transfer: When water evaporates, it absorbs heat energy from its...
Forum: General 03-26-2024, 07:52 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 192
Posted By Sparty
Melbourne's Urban Cooling Strategy

Melbourne, Australia, is taking a multi-pronged approach to address urban heat islands through its Urban Cooling Strategy. Here's a breakdown of some key elements:

Increasing Urban Green...
Forum: General 03-26-2024, 07:41 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 192
Posted By Sparty
Gemini were Penrith's dark roofs part of the problem?

Gemini were dark roofs part of the problem?

Yes, dark roofs likely played a role in amplifying the heat in Penrith during that heatwave, contributing to the record-breaking temperature. Here's...
Forum: General 03-26-2024, 07:40 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 192
Posted By Sparty
Penrith: hottest place on Earth in January 2020

Gemini was Penrith Sydney the hottest place on Earth in January 2020 Really?

On January 4, 2020, Penrith, in Western Sydney, Australia, recorded a scorching temperature of 48.9°C (120°F).

This...
Forum: General 03-26-2024, 02:07 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,321
Posted By Sparty
Investigator Resources update 26/3/2024

Thinking Silver? Think Investigator.
Advancing Australia’s highest grade Silver project. (https://wcsecure.weblink.com.au/pdf/IVR/02788710.pdf)
Forum: Mass Storage for Green Energy 03-25-2024, 06:51 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,286
Posted By Sparty
Could tidal generators be included in this discussion above?

Absolutely, tidal generators can be included in the discussion of energy storage solutions, although they have a different role compared to technologies like PHES and batteries. Here's how they fit...
Forum: Mass Storage for Green Energy 03-25-2024, 06:47 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,286
Posted By Sparty
Cost comparisons for energy storage technologies

Cost comparisons for energy storage technologies can be tricky
because they depend on several factors, including:

Project size and scale: Large-scale PHES facilities will naturally be more...
Forum: Mass Storage for Green Energy 03-25-2024, 06:43 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,286
Posted By Sparty
Benefits of High Elevation Change

Benefits of High Elevation Change:
Increased Storage Capacity: A larger height difference allows for lifting the heavy object (usually concrete blocks) further. This translates to storing more...
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