Nick and Augustus Doricko, Founder and CEO of Rainmaker, discuss the viability of cloud seeding to (quite literally) make it rain more. Whether for farmers dealing with drought or depleted aquifers or for adaptive purposes such as mitigating wildfires, the potential applications of cloud seeding and making rain more abundant are endless. Nick and Augustus dive deep into the history, theory, and modern current state of cloud seeding while turning an eye to what to expect from Rainmaker in Q2 2024 and beyond. In addition, they discuss:
Timestamps:
00:02:06 - Overview of Rainmaker's Mission
00:03:00 - Public Perception and History of Cloud Seeding
00:04:49 - Breakthrough in Cloud Seeding Validation
00:07:40 - Cost Challenges and Rainmaker's Innovations
00:10:52 - Discussion on Cloud Seeding Materials
00:13:04 - The Confluence of Technologies in Modern Cloud Seeding
00:19:41 - Complexity in Climate and Water Systems
00:22:00 - Public Interest in Complex Climate Solutions
00:23:10 - The Importance of Long-Form Content
00:24:24 - Business Model and Customer Agreements at Rainmaker
00:30:03 - Pricing and Servicing Agreements for Water Production
00:31:57 - Rainmaker's Seeding Operations and Results
00:34:14 - Supply-Side Conversations in Water Resources
00:36:05 - Drone Technology and Altitude in Cloud Seeding
00:38:01 - Potential Synergies with Other Geoengineering Efforts
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