Energy Dialogues: Recent Episodes
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Hosting extraordinary dialogue that is timely, relevant, and significant by focusing on the global scale of energy, right down to the micro details.
The aim is to have strategic dialogue, welcoming diverse viewpoints from participants within and outside the industry, as well as the formation of solutions driving a sustainable energy pathway forward, critical amidst an on-going energy transition.
In this podcast, energy thought leaders discuss relevant and timely topics impacting the energy industry.
In this episode of the Energy Perspectives Podcast, recorded at the 2025 North American Gas Forum in Washington, D.C., Victor Pascucci III (Co-Founder and Managing General Partner, Energy Capital Ventures) and David Finan (Managing Partner, EIV Capital) join Diana Glassman, Director at Federated Hermes Limited, for a conversation on how capital is flowing into the natural gas value chain.
Pascucci's fund backs innovation across the natural gas ecosystem, from methane management to hydrogen, RNG, and CCUS. Finan's firm invests in lower-to-mid market energy infrastructure across traditional and renewable projects. Glassman brings the perspective of universal-owner pension fund clients representing $2.2 trillion in assets under advisement.
Key Themes:
- Hyperscalers and data centers as a demand-pull moment for natural gas infrastructure
- Why customer contracts, not subsidies, are the real test for any technology
- Emissions measurement and stewardship as drivers of asset value at exit
- "Last mile" infrastructure investment and who pays for the buildout
Note: This episode was recorded in December 2025, some references may no longer reflect current conditions.
Chapters
0:00 Introduction
2:30 The thesis: investing in the natural gas value chain
6:20 From supply push to demand pull
11:08 Technology is energy now
13:37 Where venture capital meets natural gas
14:46 Companies have to stand on their own
19:45 Emissions stewardship and exit value
23:08 Regulators and hyperscalers
25:43 Who pays for the buildout
27:30 Closing
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In preparation for her keynote at the upcoming Permian Energy Dialogues, Texas General Land Office Commissioner Dawn Buckingham, MD, joins Monika Simoes for a conversation about the role of state lands in Texas energy, mineral development, public education funding, and grid reliability.
Starting from the office's stewardship of 13 million acres and its role in funding Texas public education through the Permanent School Fund, the conversation moves to the practical questions facing a fast-growing state:
- Produced water reuse for agriculture and data center cooling
- Rare earth minerals and building Texas supply chains
- Geothermal, natural gas, and other dispatchable generation as load growth tests the grid
- The Land Office's partnerships with industry across water, hydrogen, and energy development
Chapters
- 0:00 Introducing Dawn Buckingham and the Texas General Land Office
- 0:45 From medicine to public service
- 1:45 The Land Office's 13 million acres
- 3:30 Mineral rights and Texas energy
- 5:15 Produced water and data center cooling
- 7:25 Industry problem-solving and partnerships
- 8:40 Rare earth minerals and Texas supply chains
- 10:15 Dispatchable energy and grid reliability
- 11:05 A message for Permian Energy Dialogues attendees
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In this episode of the Energy Perspectives Podcast, Charif Souki, Chairman, Phoenix Energy, joins Monika Simoes, CEO, Energy Dialogues, to discuss how U.S. oil and LNG have changed the global energy security picture.
Souki describes why recent disruption has not become a broader energy crisis, how flexible U.S. LNG capacity has changed the market, and why LNG is moving from destination-based supply toward a more liquid commodity model. He also explains Phoenix Energy's focus on low-cost American molecules, feedgas, infrastructure, and capacity on other terminals rather than another race to build liquefaction.
Key Themes * U.S. oil and LNG as shock absorbers in global energy markets * The flexibility built into American LNG capacity and contract structures * LNG's shift from point-to-point supply to commodity liquidity * Affordability and food-security stakes for LNG-importing countries * Phoenix Energy's molecule-focused model
Chapters * 0:00 Welcome and market context * 0:59 Oil disruption without a full energy crisis * 5:20 Why the Americas are less exposed * 5:43 U.S. LNG flexibility and global supply * 7:31 LNG's role in the energy future * 11:17 Energy affordability for lower-income markets * 14:49 Lessons from Cheniere and Tellurian * 18:28 The feedgas challenge for LNG projects * 19:47 Phoenix Energy's model * 24:32 What the industry still misunderstands * 25:55 Advice for the next generation * 28:56 Closing remarks
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In this episode of the Energy Perspectives Podcast, recorded at the North American Gas Forum in December 2025, former U.S. Senator Mary L. Landrieu of Natural Allies for a Clean Energy Future leads a panel of former officials on the role of natural gas in energy affordability, reliability, and economic growth.
Former U.S. Representative Tim Ryan, former Virginia Governor Terry McAuliffe, and former Philadelphia Mayor Michael Nutter draw on their records in Ohio, Virginia, and Pennsylvania. The conversation runs from gas exports and coal displacement to household energy costs and the rising demand that AI and data centers place on the grid.
Key Themes:
- Natural gas, coal displacement, and emissions
- Energy affordability and reliability for households
- Jobs, manufacturing, and economic development
- Rising demand from AI and data centers
Note: This episode was recorded in December 2025, some references may no longer reflect current conditions.
Chapters
(0:00) Introduction
(0:38) Natural gas and the middle class
(2:46) Virginia's energy mix
(4:28) Pipelines and gas capacity
(5:45) Energy costs and housing
(8:02) Climate goals and reliability
(9:47) Pennsylvania gas exports
(10:16) The role of governors
(12:42) Data centers and energy demand
(13:15) Permitting and infrastructure
(15:11) New England energy costs
(17:38) Closing thoughts
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In this episode of the Energy Perspectives Podcast, recorded live at the North American Gas Forum in Washington, D.C. in 2025, Magatte Wade (Entrepreneur & Author of "Heart of the Cheetah") sits down with Timothy M. Egan (Former President & CEO, Canadian Gas Association) to discuss her new initiative, Prosperity Not Poverty, and the case for affordable, reliable, abundant energy as the foundation of human flourishing.
From her childhood in Senegal to her work advocating for free markets and energy access across Africa, the conversation explores why energy poverty is a humanitarian issue, how indoor air pollution from biomass cooking affects millions every year, and why the same dynamics show up in developed economies where vulnerable populations face rising energy costs.
Key Themes:
- Energy access as the foundation of economic prosperity
- Indoor air pollution and the public health cost of energy poverty
- A target of 2.5 billion prosperous Africans by 2050
- Why cultural engagement, not just policy, drives energy decisions
Chapters
0:00 Introduction
0:27 Magatte's story: Senegal to Germany
2:36 The defining question
3:48 Why Africa remains poor: over-regulation
4:22 The goal: 2.5 billion prosperous Africans by 2050
5:18 Why energy access is a prerequisite for prosperity
6:19 Indoor air pollution and biomass cooking
8:50 Operating at the cultural level
10:30 The Calgary classroom: energy is everywhere
16:30 Why youth are the focus of Prosperity Not Poverty
18:30 Energy poverty in the US, Canada, and the UK
20:30 Why the Africa story shifts the conversation
22:00 Closing
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Recorded live at the Carbon Solutions Forum 2026 in San Diego, this conversation captures what Day One surfaced and what Day Two needs to deliver.
Will Bernholz sits down with Reg Manhas, Co-Founder and CEO of Lapis Carbon Solutions, and Monika Simoes, Founder and CEO of Energy Dialogues, to unpack the through-line of CSF 2026: permitting reform is gaining real momentum, decarbonization conversations have been recontextualized around affordability and reliability, and the end users (hyperscalers, airlines, logistics) are now squarely at the table.
Reg shares why investor perception of CCS permitting risk is the central question for the financing sessions, and previews Lapis's first CO2 injection target by end of 2026. Monika reflects on how 15 years of convening has converged on a single discipline: pragmatism, and the synergies that get real projects financed and built.
Key Themes:
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Why permitting reform is moving from talking point to action
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How affordability and reliability reframed the decarbonization conversation
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What hyperscalers and airlines need from the energy industry
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The financing question every CCS developer is wrestling with
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Predictions for CSF 2027: CCS, geothermal, EOR, and the role of AI demand
Chapters
00:00 Intro from CSF 2026 in San Diego
00:33 Meet the guests: Reg Manhas (Lapis Carbon Solutions) and Monika Simoes (Energy Dialogues)
01:20 Day One takeaways: permitting reform momentum and EPA Region 6
03:03 What hyperscalers and end users are saying: Google, Microsoft, FedEx, Delta
05:30 AI, agents, and the energy demand picture
06:38 From decarbonization rhetoric to commercial viability
07:10 What to watch on Day Two: data center economics and project finance
08:43 Year three of CSF: pragmatism, synergies, and who needs to be in the room
10:44 Predictions for CSF 2027: CCS projects injecting, geothermal, EOR, hyperscalers as enablers
12:50 Closing thoughts
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In this special live edition of the Energy Perspectives Podcast, recorded on stage at the 2025 North American Gas Forum in Washington, D.C., Tina Faraca, Executive Vice President and Chief Operating Officer, Natural Gas Pipelines, at TC Energy, joins Alix Steel, Principal at DrivePath Advisors, to discuss the outlook for natural gas demand across North America.
TC Energy transports roughly 30% of North America's natural gas every day across infrastructure spanning Canada, the U.S., and Mexico. Tina outlines the company's forecast of 45 BCF per day of incremental demand by 2035, the brownfield expansion strategies TC Energy is using to meet near-term growth, and the permitting reforms that will determine whether new pipeline systems get built.
Key Themes:
- The case for natural gas as an essential fuel and an additive approach to energy systems
- Permitting reform across the U.S., Canada, and Mexico, including the National Petroleum Council's new framework
- LNG export growth across all three North American coasts
- Brownfield pipeline expansion: compression, looping, and corridor development
Chapters
00:00 Intro from the 2025 North American Gas Forum in Washington
00:23 TC Energy's continent-wide footprint: Canada, U.S., Mexico
01:32 Where permitting stands: signals from Bill C-5, FERC, NEPA, and Plan Mexico
03:17 The hardest part of the job: navigating permitting uncertainty
04:13 News from the floor: TC Energy's National Petroleum Council report on permitting reform
05:39 More optimistic than four years ago: pragmatism and bipartisan recognition of natural gas
06:08 Demand outlook: 45 Bcf/d of incremental demand across North America by 2035
08:44 Utilities vs. behind-the-meter: how TC Energy is serving data center demand
09:33 Natural gas as essential, not transition
10:11 Affordability and the real risk: underbuilding, not overbuilding
11:46 Power generation vs. LNG exports: which demand pull leads
12:11 What's driving the optimism
12:56 Navigating three regulatory frameworks across three countries
14:07 Federal permitting reform and the state-level question
14:39 Brownfield expansion now, greenfield pipelines next
16:01 Don't be complacent: a time-bound window for permitting reform
16:59 Closing thoughts
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In this episode of the Energy Perspectives Podcast, recorded live at the Permian Energy Dialogues in Austin in September 2025, Derek D. Adams (Managing Director, Permian Energy Development Laboratory) and Matt Kolesar (Chief Environmental Scientist, ExxonMobil) sit down with Molly Determan (President, Energy Workforce & Technology Council) to discuss how the Permian is scaling the next generation of operational and environmental technology.
From continuous methane sensors and satellites to CO2 enhanced oil recovery, produced water treatment, and hydrogen pilots, the conversation explores why the basin remains the world's most active laboratory for energy innovation, and why its technical progress increasingly shapes what's possible across the global energy system.
Key Themes:
- Methane detection and mitigation at basin scale
- CO2 enhanced oil recovery paired with direct air capture pilots
- Produced water treatment, beneficial reuse, and brine valorization
- Emissions transparency and credible reporting for global buyers
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Chapters
- 0:00 Introduction
- 0:55 Why emissions transparency matters now
- 2:18 The Permian as a natural laboratory
- 3:26 Methane detection: sensors, drones, and satellites
- 6:00 ExxonMobil's leadership and DOE's role
- 8:25 CO2 enhanced oil recovery and DAC hub pilots
- 9:57 Produced water, brine valorization, and hydrogen
- 11:33 Why scale makes the Permian different
- 13:36 Barriers to scaling new technologies
- 15:28 Pilots, workforce, and community development
- 18:34 Emissions reporting and global trust
- 21:05 The future of Permian innovation
- 23:12 Closing
In his first podcast as Director of the DOE's Office of Energy Dominance Financing, Greg Beard sits down with Monika Simoes at CERAWeek 2026 to explain how EDF plans to put nearly $300B in loan authority to work.
What to know:
- Six priority areas: nuclear, hydrocarbons, critical materials, grid, geothermal, manufacturing and transportation
- Project selection is data-driven and commercially focused
- Loan timelines cut from 18 months to a few months
- Commercial viability, not subsidies, guides approval
Check out the full episode to hear Beard discuss loans from the prior administration, what companies should know before applying, and why he sees the current moment as a major inflection point.
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In this episode of the Energy Perspectives Podcast, recorded on-site at the 2025 Permian Energy Dialogues in Austin, Texas, Chris Nichols, Vice President, Permian Basin, Continental Resources, Inc. and Ted Wooten, Chief Engineer, Oil & Gas Division, The Railroad Commission of Texas join moderator Michael Grossman, Chair, Technical Committee, Produced Water Society to discuss produced water management in the Permian Basin.
From reservoir modeling of disposal zones to beneficial reuse permitting and cross-operator infrastructure sharing, this episode explores how operators and regulators are advancing practical approaches to one of the Permian's most pressing operational challenges.
Key Themes:
- Applying reservoir engineering principles to saltwater disposal
- Beneficial reuse technology, permitting, and commercial readiness
- Data sharing between operators, midstream companies, and regulators
- Cross-operator collaboration on water infrastructure
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Recorded live on the morning of day two at the 2025 North American Gas Forum, this episode of the Energy Perspectives Podcast captures a midpoint reflection on what had already emerged from day one discussions and what leaders were focused on as the forum continued.
Will Bernholz moderates a conversation with Monika Simoes, CEO of Energy Dialogues, and Mara Abbott, Chief of Staff at OpenMinds, to synthesize insights heard across panels, private conversations, and policy remarks during the opening day of NAGF.
Together, they compare notes on where alignment was clearly forming, where constraints were surfacing, and what participants were eager to hear as the dialogue moved into its second day.
The discussion reflects:
- How operators emphasized the infrastructure bottlenecks shaping projects outcomes
- What policymakers said about permitting reform and regulatory certainty
- Where investors flagged data center demand colliding with long lead times
This episode offers a real time checkpoint from inside the forum, grounded in what was heard at NAGF and the questions still shaping conversations.
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In this episode of the Energy Perspectives Podcast, recorded on-site at Permian Energy Dialogues in 2025, Beth Garza sits down with James Lackey, Director of Customer Relations at Xcel Energy, to examine how utilities are responding to unprecedented load growth in the Permian Basin.
As electrification accelerates across oil and gas operations and broader industrial demand continues to rise, utilities are confronting system expansion timelines that strain traditional planning, permitting, and regulatory processes. Lackey outlines what it means to plan for a system that could double in size within a few years, while still maintaining reliability and affordability for customers.
From multi-gigawatt demand projections to customers waiting years for service, this conversation captures how infrastructure bottlenecks and regulatory sequencing challenges are already shaping investment decisions, customer behavior, and grid economics across the region.
Key Themes:
- Rapid system growth and compressed planning timelines
- Multi-gigawatt load driven by oil and gas electrification
- Interconnection delays and near-term economic impacts
- Customer self-generation and microgrid adoption
- Misalignment between generation and transmission approval processes
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In this episode, Jason Bennett, Department Chair - Global Projects, Partner at Baker Botts L.L.P., sits down with Bret Estep, Vice President, Development at Tenaska, and Reid Calhoon, CEO of Climate Wells, live from the Carbon Solutions Forum 2025 in La Jolla. Together they explore how the energy industry is aligning profitability and decarbonization through infrastructure innovation, market incentives, and pragmatic investment strategies.
Key insights from the episode include:
- Profitability as a sustainability driver: why lasting decarbonization must include a viable business case and market incentives.
- Voluntary carbon markets gaining maturity: how independent verification and corporate demand are reshaping private-sector climate action.
- Infrastructure timelines and investment realism: balancing ambition with the operational realities of large-scale, low-carbon project development.
- Methane reduction as near-term impact: addressing legacy wells and emissions-intensive fields through practical, profitable solutions.
- Collaboration over polarization: why inclusive, cross-sector approaches remain the most effective path to "more energy, fewer emissions."
In this episode, Carolyn Kissane, Assistant Dean MS in Global Affairs, Global Security, Conflict and Cybercrime at NYU sits down with Kevin Skillern, Managing Partner at Energy Innovation Capital to explore why we’re currently in a “golden age of innovation” for the energy sector and what it means for investors, operators, and policymakers.
Key insights from the episode include:
- Energy as the foundation of modern prosperity and the need to balance growth, emissions reduction, and security.
- Affordability and reliability as non-negotiables, keeping secure supply at the center of decarbonization strategies.
- Methane mitigation as the fastest lever: how large-scale detection can cut global emissions by 4–5% with technologies ready to scale today.
- Shifting supply chains and breakthrough technologies, from rare earths outside China to next-gen batteries driving 20–30% cost reductions.
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In this episode of EDU Connect by Energy Dialogues, Michael Wood speaks with Chad Zamarin, President & CEO of Williams, about leading in a time of rapid change in the energy sector. The conversation covers Chad’s career journey, the role of natural gas and infrastructure in delivering affordable, reliable, lower-emission energy, and why now is a defining moment for students and young professionals to build impactful careers in energy.
In this episode of the Energy Perspectives Podcast, recorded on-site at the Permian Energy Dialogues in September 2024, Tiffany Wallace, Manager, Policy & External Affairs at Oxy, Steve Coffee, President of the Produced Water Society, and Mike Hightower, Director of the New Mexico Produced Water Research Consortium, discuss the regulatory, cultural, and operational realities of scaling produced water reuse in the Permian Basin.
From trust-building and science communication to the need for clear regulatory frameworks, this episode examines what it will take to move produced water reuse from pilots to large-scale deployment.
Key Themes:
- Evolving from voluntary efforts to regulatory clarity
- Building public trust through transparency and education
- Aligning cross-sector collaboration for shared water challenges
- Reframing produced water as a resource with economic potential
- Leveraging data and demonstration sites to accelerate acceptance
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From LNG and permitting to hydrogen and CCS, Rob shares insights on natural gas’s evolving role in U.S. energy policy—and offers real-world advice for students entering the sector.
In this episode of the Energy Perspectives Podcast, recorded on-site at the Permian Energy Dialogues in September 2024, moderator Tillery Sims leads a dynamic conversation with Chris Johnson (CEO, Agrellus) and Andrew Walsh (VP Customer Success, Qube Technologies). From methane tracking to carbon markets, the discussion explores how agriculture and energy are building shared frameworks for emissions data, verification, and voluntary market value.
Key Themes:
- Methane monetization opportunities
- Voluntary carbon market acceleration
- Cross-sector emissions data collaboration
- Financial and regulatory implications of carbon transparency
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In this episode of the Energy Dialogues University Podcast, Chris Poynter, Division President of ABB’s System Drives, shares his journey from consulting to executive leadership and what he’s learned about managing global teams, advancing energy efficiency, and navigating the real-world challenges of decarbonization.
In this episode of the Energy Perspectives Podcast, recorded on-site at the 2024 North American Gas Forum (NAGF), Sarah Delille (Equinor), Amy Cradic (New Jersey Resources), and Tom Hassenboehler (CO2Efficient) explore how emissions-focused innovation is being operationalized across the natural gas value chain. From AI-enabled methane detection and infrastructure repurposing to carbon pricing integration and investor-aligned strategy, the conversation unpacks how companies are cutting emissions without compromising reliability. The dialogue reinforces a key NAGF theme: pragmatic solutions that build trust, deliver value, and scale across sectors.
Key Themes:
- Methane detection and AI: fast, scalable climate wins
- Early carbon pricing as commercial strategy
- Repurposing pipelines to cut emissions cost-effectively
- Regulatory frameworks vs. innovation speed
- Uncommon partnerships to accelerate decarbonization
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In this episode of the EDU Connect Podcast, Norris Wright, Vice President of Gas, LNG, and Low Carbon Origination at Constellation Energy, shares his journey from trader to executive and what he’s learned about navigating global LNG markets, building collaborative teams, and delivering energy with lower emissions.
In this episode of the Energy Perspectives Podcast, recorded on-site at the 2024 Permian Energy Dialogues, senior leaders from Golden Pass LNG, Kinetik, and Juniper Capital unpack the market forces reshaping the role of Permian gas on the global stage. Josh Schmidt, Kris Kindrick, and Jeff Hammad join Energy Dialogues for a pragmatic conversation on how rapid production growth, takeaway constraints, and rising nitrogen levels are colliding with long-term investment caution and global LNG demand. From 70+ days of negative Waha pricing to pipeline projects avoiding FERC oversight, the discussion reveals how technical realities and regulatory dynamics are shaping U.S. gas strategy - and what it will take to deliver more energy with fewer emissions. Featured Guests include Jeff Hammad, Chief Commercial Officer at Golden Pass LNG, Kris Kindrick, SVP Commercial at Kinetik, and Josh Schmidt, Partner & COO at Juniper Capital.
Key themes include: - Structural imbalance behind Waha price volatility. - Permitting delays and investor reluctance to commit to long-term FIDs. - Strategic routing to stay within Texas jurisdiction. Gas quality and nitrogen impacts on LNG compatibility. - How midstream players are adapting to a globally relevant Permian To learn more or register for the 2025 Permian Energy Dialogues in Austin (September 16–17), visit: https://energy-dialogues.com/ped/
On this episode of the Energy Perspectives Podcast, Former U.S. Secretary of Energy Dan Brouillette sits down with EQT President and CEO Toby Rice and Williams President and CEO Alan Armstrong to discuss the importance of U.S. natural gas. The conversation focuses on how an unpredictable regulatory environment, coupled with stalled pipeline projects, has increased the cost of gas, ultimately impacting consumers across the country. With the U.S. leading in global emission reductions, Rice and Armstrong emphasize how natural gas will continue to play a huge role as we work towards building a cleaner, affordable, and more reliable energy supply.
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Welcome to the latest episode of the Energy Perspectives podcast! In this discussion, Energy Dialogues Founder and CEO Monika Simoes is joined by Phil Moeller from the Edison Electric Institute and Norris Wright from Constellation to explore the critical integration of gas and electricity systems. As energy demand rises, they discuss how utilities and power suppliers are innovating to meet the challenges of delivering reliable and sustainable energy in a rapidly evolving landscape.
Tune into the latest episode of the Energy Perspectives podcast, featuring a conversation on the role of natural gas in the energy transition. During this episode, Naomi Boness with Stanford University, Elsa Valay-Paz with SoCalGas and Sandy Grace with National Grid discuss decarbonization policies and the role natural gas will ultimately play in meeting emission reduction goals while supporting overall energy growth demand.
Tune into the latest episode of the Energy Perspectives podcast, featuring a conversation on the commercialization of low-carbon solutions. In this discussion, Dominique Gómez, with the Colorado Energy Office, Alexandra Bailey Smith, with Fervo Energy and Ryan Keeling, formerly with Carbon America, provide insight into regulatory challenges and opportunities, positioning stakeholder relationships and community engagement.
Tune into the latest episode of the Energy Perspectives podcast featuring a conversation on the challenges and opportunities of carbon markets for energy operators. In this discussion, Jason Bennett with Baker Botts L.L.P., Marisa Hamsik with Chevron New Energies and John McDougal with Anew analyze transparency, the regulatory landscape and potential benefits of carbon offsets for energy leaders.
Energy Dialogues is thrilled to announce the new episode of our signature podcast, Energy Perspectives, exploring how Carbon Capture and Storage (CCS) can become the main decarbonization tool for energy companies. In this episode, Maris Densmore from ACR, Brett Kerr with Calpine and Michael Manteris of Blue Sky Infrastructure discuss technology challenges, DOE collaboration and stakeholder engagement on the development of some of the most innovative CCS projects in the US energy sector.
On this episode of EDU Connect, our Energy Dialogues University podcast hosts, Hope Pratt and Chloe Young, sit down with NET Power CEO Danny Rice. The conversation provides a look into Danny’s career in the energy industry and how NET Power is transforming natural gas into clean energy through its patented oxy-combustion process.
In this episode of Energy Perspectives, Mara Abbott, Senior Manager of Climate and Energy, Oil and Gas at Ceres, sits down with David G. Victor, Professor of Innovation and Public Policy, at the School of Global Policy & Strategy, at UCSD, and Martha J Crawford, Operating Partner, at Macquarie Group to dissect the pivotal role of policy and private capital in accelerating the decarbonization of the energy industry.
On this episode of EDU Connect, our Energy Dialogues University podcast hosts, Hope Pratt and Chloe Young, sit down with EQT CEO Toby Rice. The conversation provides a look into EQT, how Toby’s career in the Energy industry began and dives into the importance of natural gas in the energy transition.
This episode of Energy Perspectives features Michelle Miano, Director of the Environmental Protection Division at the New Mexico Environment Department, and Energy Terminal’s Hope Pratt.
This is with Energy Dialogues Founder & CEO Monika Simoes and Jigar Shah, Director of the Loan Programs Office, Department of Energy
Welcome to another installment of Energy Dialogues Permian Speaker Interview Series. In this episode, we have the privilege of engaging with a seasoned expert in emissions technology, Shankar Annamalai. Join us as we explore the dynamic landscape of the Permian Basin, shedding light on its challenges, opportunities, and innovative solutions. Our mission at Energy Dialogues is to foster meaningful conversations among thought leaders and decision-makers across the energy value chain, and today, we're diving deep into the heart of the Permian Basin. Without further ado, let's welcome Shankar Annamalai, Senior Vice President of Emissions Technology and Permian Geo Market at Champion X.
"Methane is 80 times more potent for the environment than traditional CO2. The focus around methane and methane emissions was something our customers were talking a lot about, as well as in the ESG space was top of mind for maybe their investor groups." - Shankar Annamalai, Senior Vice President of Emissions Technology and Permian Geo Market at Champion X.
Stay tuned for an enlightening conversation that explores the intersection of technology, environmental responsibility, and the unique allure of the Permian Basin in the energy industry.
Key Points:
- Reveals Champion X's rich century-long history.
- Highlights its evolution from Dover Energy to a merged oilfield service powerhouse.
- Discusses Shankar's journey leading Champion X in the Permian Basin.
- Explores macro challenges in the Permian, including education and infrastructure.
- Addresses industry-specific challenges, such as optimizing well productivity.
- Emphasizes Champion X's commitment to tackling methane emissions, a potent environmental issue.
This is with Energy Dialogues Founder & CEO Monika Simoes and Usha-Maria Turner, Chief Sustainability Officer, Chesapeake Energy
Join the dialogue as Michael Wood, Founder, Energy Terminal speaks with Praveen Sahay, Managing Director, Wave Equity Partners about Impact Investing, Mentorship and Support of Portfolio Companies, what differentiates a good investment partner & more!
Join the dialogue as Michael Wood, Co-Founder, Co-Executive Director, Energy Terminal speaks with Juliana Garaizar at Greentown Labs about the changing landscape of energy startups, DEI and much more!
Join the dialogue as Michael Wood, Co-Founder, Co-Executive Director, Energy Terminal speaks with Wil VanLoh - Founder & CEO - Quantum Energy Partners about the changing landscape of energy investment, investing in the energy transition and much more!
Join the dialogue as Michael Wood, Founder, Energy Terminal speaks with Jill Evanko, Chief Executive Officer and President at Chart Industries, Inc. about a day in her life as a CEO, as well as the mentality around sustainability in the industry; within the supply chain; Chart’s Nexus of Clean™ and much more!
Join Michael Wood III, Founder, Energy Terminal as he discusses the following with Kevin Book, Managing Director at ClearView Energy Partners: * The role of Financial Institutions in the Energy Transition * Energy Policy–Looking forward in 2023 * Where are the most impactful verticals for youth to get involved across finance and policy and more!
It’s worth noting that OGCI Climate Investments is different from OGCI (The Oil and Gas Climate Initiative). James serves as the MD Projects Capital for OGCI Climate Investments. We have our own LinkedIn page (and own logo) – here’s the link: https://www.linkedin.com/company/ogci-climate-investments-llp
@Michael Wood III of Duke University & Energy Terminal, LLC speaks to @Moji Karimi, Cofounder and CEO of Cemvita Factory Inc. to discuss the energy industry, Moji's career journey and the founding story of Cemvita Factory Inc.
@Michael Wood III of Duke University & Energy Terminal, LLC speaks to @Kelly Bott , Senior Vice President - ESG, Land and Regulatory of PureWest Energy discuss the energy industry, Ms. Bott's career journey, and how sustainability has played a role in the energy transition.
Kelly Bott is a speaker at this year's North American Gas Forum in Washington D.C., October 24th - 26th. Check out the full agenda and speaker lineup here.
@Michael Wood III of Duke University & Energy Terminal, LLC speaks to @Octavio Simoes, President & CEO of Tellurian Inc. discussing the energy industry, Mr. Simoes' career journey and the most important things students can do right now to make an impact in the energy transition.
For the second year, Energy Dialogues is collaborating with ExxonMobil LNG and the Power Play Awards bringing together a fantastic group of ambassadors to discuss diversity, inclusion and supplier diversity, specifically highlighting some more practical measures being used to support women in LNG. All participants are current or past Power Play judges and have different perspectives to add to the conversation. Some topics discussed: * What is the role of men in supporting and empowering women-owned businesses? * What are the challenges that Supplier Diversity faces outside the U.S.? * What advice would you give to other women that want to establish their business?
Participants: * Elizabeth Vazquez,* CEO & Co-founder, WeConnect International * Stuart Broadley, CEO, Energy Industry Council * Monika Simoes, MD & Founder, Energy Dialogues LLC***
Moderator: * Ileana Ferber,* Manager, Local Content & Global Supplier Diversity, ExxonMobil***
Helima Croft will be speaking at this year’s North American Gas Forum, discussing the geopolitical and trade impacts of COVID19.
Helima shares her thoughts on:
- How the current pandemic and recent oil crash has affected collaboration and global trade moving forward?
- Is the global crisis bringing the world closer together – or driving it further apart?
- What will be the key challenges surrounding the geopolitical landscape and what are some opportunities on the horizon?
New Generation of Leaders: Challenges, Concerns and Innovation in the Era of Coronavirus
Topics:
- Generational and geographic perspective on COVID-19
- Challenges for students during the global crisis
- Energy industry responsiveness
- Innovation during a time of crisis
Moderator:
- Connie Van der Byl, Director, Mount Royal University's Institute for Environmental Sustainability
Panelists:
- Anjali Akula, Carnegie Mellon University
- Easton Dunn, UC Calgary
- Preston Bomchill, UT Austin
- Capella Frances Kerst, Stanford University
John Padilla, Managing Director and Partner, IPD Latin America, joined Energy Dialogues to discuss the important issues of The OPEC+ agreement and COVID-19 in LATAM.
Topics covered in the conversation:
- Mexico and the OPEC+ agreement
- The impact of COVID19 in Latin America
- Market opportunities
The energy industry is battling a 1-2 punch with the COVID-19 crisis, and until the recent OPEC deal, historic oversupply. Tune into this podcast to hear as John Davies, CEO & Chairman at Davies Public Affairs dives into questions such as:
- How can a company create a compelling message - not only through current contributions but at its core?
- How will these challenging times shape the energy industry? How will they shape the world? How will things be different when it’s all over?
- Has the age of social and digital media change crisis?
- Does crisis come in different packages - different types for different industries?
An interview with Boston Consulting Group's Rebecca Fitz, following the recent Princeton Energy Dialogues, an energy event powered by Energy Dialogues and held in partnership with the Andlinger Center for Energy and the Environment at Princeton University as part of our broader City Series.
Speaker:
- Rebecca Fitz, Senior Director, Center for Energy Impact, Boston Consulting Group
Main Topics Discussed:
- Carbon capture and sequestration
- Carbon-neutral electricity supply
A keynote discussion from the San Francisco Energy Dialogues 2020 - Energy Access and Energy Poverty Solutions
Speaker:
Mark Thurber: Associate Director of the Program on Energy and Sustainable Development, Stanford University
A panel discussion from the Calgary Energy Dialogues 2019 - Canadian Infrastructure.
Moderator:
Connie Van der Byl: Academic Director, Institute for Environmental Sustainability (EIS),Mount Royal University, Calgary, Alberta
Panelists:
Angel Ransom: Director of Operations, First Nations Major Projects Coalition
Marla Orenstein: Director, Centre for National Resource Policy,Canada West Foundation
A panel discussion from the Houston Energy Dialogues 2019 - Where is North American Energy Supply Headed?
Moderator:
Kenneth B. Medlock III,James A. Baker, III, and Susan G. Baker Fellow in Energy and Resource Economics, Baker Institute, Senior Director, Center for Energy Studies
Panelists:
Amir Gerges, Vice President Permian, Shell
Marie-Helene Ben Samoun, Managing Director & Partner Houston, Boston Consulting Group
Tracee Bentley, Executive Director, The Permian Strategic Partnership
A panel discussion from the Mexico City Energy Dialogues 2019 - Diversity, Millennials, and Industry Image in Mexico's Energy Industry.
Moderator:
Yvette Mucharraz: Human Resources Management Professor, IPADE Business School
Panelists:
Maria Jose Treviño: Country Manager, Acclaim Energy Mexico
Rosanety Barrios: Independent Analyst on Energy Matters
Rebecca Hood: Principal, Boston Consulting Group (BCG)
A panel discussion from the San Francisco Energy Dialogues 2019 - California's Pathway to Renewable Energy.
Moderator:
Chris Carr: Partner, Baker Botts
Panelists:
Tom Baker: Partner and Managing Director, Boston Consulting group
Sally Benson: Co-Director, Precourt Institute for Energy
Michael Wara: Director, Climate and Energy Policy Program, Senior Research Scholar, Woods Institute for the Environment, Stanford University