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English, Finance, 1 season, 119 episodes, 4 days, 7 hours, 30 minutes
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This is the show where we talk about the strategies and innovations powering a new future for global energy.
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Aerial Methane Detection with Asa Carre-Burritt of Bridger Photonics | Ep 120

In this episode our host Joe Batir talks with Asa Carre-Burritt, Director of Policy and External Affairs at Bridger Photonics. They talk about methane leak detection and the role of aerial data collection in this space. Specifics they covered include:·       Why are we talking about emissions so much right now?·       How does methane detection work?·       What kind of insights are gained from methane leak detection?Asa’s book recommendation:Surely you’re joking Mr. Feynman by Richard FeynmanLinkedIn post on amount of Methane Detected:<https://www.bridgerphotonics.com/blog/h ow-much-methane-did-bridger-photonics-detect-2022>These show notes contain affiliate links, please use the embedded links and show your support.Click here to take it one question survey and receive OGGN hardhat and laptop stickers.This episode is made possible by AWS Energy.Brought to you on OGGN, the largest and most listened-to podcast network for the oil and energy industry.Sign up for OGGN newsletters here.Enjoying the show? Leave us a review here.More from OGGN ... PodcastsLinkedIn GroupLinkedIn Company Page
11/8/202347 minutes, 6 seconds
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How Digital Optimization leads to Tire Recycling with Vibhu Sharma of InnoVent Technology | Ep 119

In this episode our host Joe Batir talks with Vibhu Sharma, CEO of InnoVent Technology and InnoVent Renewables. They discuss how InnoVent Technology develops digital twins and process optimization and how that led to the spin-off company, InnoVent Renewables, which produces products through tire pyrolysis. Specific topics discussed includes:How do you think about process optimization?What are the challenges with building a digital twin?How did this process optimization lead to InnoVent Renewables?What is pyrolysis?Why tires?How many used tires are discarded annually?How do you scale a new technology?Vibhu’s book recommendation:Sapiens by Yuval Noah HarariThese show notes contain affiliate links. Please show your support by using the embedded links.Click here to take it one question survey and receive OGGN hardhat and laptop stickers.This episode is made possible by AWS Energy.Brought to you on OGGN, the largest and most listened-to podcast network for the oil and energy industry.Sign up for OGGN newsletters here.Enjoying the show? Leave us a review here.More from OGGN ... PodcastsLinkedIn GroupLinkedIn Company Page
11/1/202357 minutes, 45 seconds
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We need more [Clean] Oil with Ed Kovalik of Prairie Operating | Ep 118

In this episode our host Joe Batir talks with Ed Kovalik, CEO of Prairie Operating, and special guest Governor Rick Perry. They talk about Prairie Operating and how they intend to produce some of the cleanest hydrocarbons in the world. Specific topics they cover include:Who is Prairie OperatingWhy Colorado for new productionWhy Prairie Operating is going the public market route instead of Private EquityHow Prairie Operating will produce some of the cleanest hydrocarbons in the worldEd’ book recommendation:A Question of Power by Robert PriceThese show notes contain affiliate links. Please show your support by using the links.Brought to you on OGGN, the largest and most listened-to podcast network for the oil and energy industry.This episode is made possible by AWS Energy.Sign up for OGGN newsletters here.Enjoying the show? Leave us a review here.More from OGGN ... PodcastsLinkedIn GroupLinkedIn Company Page
10/25/202334 minutes, 35 seconds
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On-Site, On-Demand, and Mobile Hydrogen Generation with Dave Edlund of Element 1 | Ep 117

In this episode, our host, Joe Batir, talks with Dr. Dave Edlund, Founder and CEO of Element 1. They talk about hydrogen production and enables the hydrogen economy. Specific topics they discuss:What is hydrogen production?How is methanol used in hydrogen production?How does methanol enable on-site, on-demand, mobile hydrogen production?Why would a (hydrogen) hardware company participate in the AWS Clean Energy Accelerator program?What has Element 1’s experience been in the AWS Clean Energy Accelerator program?Dave’s book recommendations:Beyond Oil and Gas: The Methanol Economy by George OlahMethanol Fuel Cell Systems: Advancing Towards Commercialization by Dave EdlundThese show notes contain affiliate links. Please use these links to show your support.This episode is made possible by AWS Energy.Sign up for the OGGN Newsletter here.Enjoying the show? Leave us a review here.Brought to you on OGGN, the largest and most listened-to podcast network for the oil and energy industry.More from OGGN ... Podcasts LinkedIn Group LinkedIn Company Page Get notified about industry events
10/18/202359 minutes, 29 seconds
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Geopolitics and the impact on Energy (Transition) with Jordan Driskell | Ep 116

In this episode our host Joe Batir talks with Jordan Driskell, host of the OGGN Geopolitics podcast. This discuss the role of government in energy and energy transition. Key points discussed:What is energy transition?How do governments and regulations make or break energy transition advancement?Why China and South Africa make great case studies for energy policy.Who has had the biggest impact on environmental stewardship since the Kyoto Protocol.The Butterfly Effect.Jordan’s book recommendation:Never Split the Difference by Chris Ross with Tahl RazThis show contains affiliate links. Please show your support by using the linksSign up for the OGGN Newsletter here.Love the podcast? Leave us a review here.Brought to you on OGGN, the largest and most listened-to podcast network for the oil and energy industry.More from OGGN ... Podcasts LinkedIn Group LinkedIn Company Page Get notified about industry events
10/11/202352 minutes, 6 seconds
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The biggest fastest ramping natural gas turbine in the world | Ep 115

In this episode our host Joe Batir talks with Pratyush Nag, Managing Director, Controls and Digitalization at Siemens Energ y. They discuss the biggest natural gas turbine in the world and automation and forecasting. Specific topics include:3 Guiness World Records in EnergyWhy ramp up time is so importantWhy high ramp up time is important with large power plantsThe importance of automation and forecasting to reduce standby, which reduces emissions and wasted fuelHow Siemens Energy turbines are future readyHydrogen ready turbinesPratyush’s book recommendations:Anything by Richard Feynman like this - Six Easy Pieces.This episode is made possible by AWS Energy.Sign up for the OGGN Newsletter here.Enjoying the show? Leave us a review here.Brought to you on OGGN, the largest and most listened-to podcast network for the oil and energy industry.More from OGGN ... Podcasts LinkedIn Group LinkedIn Company Page Get notified about industry events
10/4/202337 minutes, 17 seconds
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How to 10x your battery capacity with Matt Kappers of Coretec Group | Ep 114

In this episode our host Joe Batir talks with Matt Kappers, CEO of Coretec Group. They discuss battery anode technology and how Coretec is developing a Silicon anode that could increase battery capacity by 10x. Specific points they discuss:What are the uses of batteries todayHow big the battery market could becomeHow could we increase battery capacity with siliconWhy don’t we already have silicon in battery anodesWhat is the Endurian material Coretec is developingWhy partnerships will lead to better batteriesMatt’s book recommendation:Harlan Coben books such as the Mickey Bolitar seriesThese show notes contain affiliate links. Please show your support by using the links.This episode is made possible by AWS Energy.Sign up for the OGGN Newsletter here.Enjoying the show? Leave us a review here.Brought to you on OGGN, the largest and most listened-to podcast network for the oil and energy industry.More from OGGN ... Podcasts LinkedIn Group LinkedIn Company Page Get notified about industry events
9/27/202334 minutes, 54 seconds
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Turning Hazardous Waste into Value with Heather Johnson of Ingenium | Ep 113

In this episode our host Joe Batir talks with Heather Johnson, CEO at Ingenium. They discuss hazardous waste disposal for consumers and businesses alike.Key discussion points include:What exactly is hazardous waste.How do you know what to do with hazardous waste.How companies can navigate hazardous waste disposal.New technology making waste disposal betterHow you can turn hazardous waste into a value-add productHow much companies can reduce their wasteHeather’s book recommendation:How to Win Friends and Influence People by Dale CarnegieThese show notes contain affiliate links. Please show your support by using them.This episode is made possible by AWS Energy.Sign up for the OGGN Newsletter here.Enjoying the show? Leave us a review here.Brought to you on OGGN, the largest and most listened-to podcast network for the oil and energy industry.More from OGGN ... Podcasts LinkedIn Group LinkedIn Company Page Get notified about industry events
9/20/202342 minutes, 23 seconds
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Unlocking carbon value through utilization with Beena Sharma | Ep 112

In this episode our host Joe Batir talks with Beena Sharma, CEO and Co-Founder of CCU International. This discuss CCUS and how there is a vast opportunity for Carbon Utilization that can enable significant decarbonization and circular carbon economy growth. Specific ideas they discuss include:Beena’s backgroundWhat happens to Carbon after it is capturedWhy we should put more effort into utilizationHow utilization creates a circular Carbon economyBeena’s book recommendation:The Harry Potter Series by J.K. RowlingThese show notes contain affiliate links. Please show your support by using the included links.This episode is made possible by AWS Energy.Sign up for the OGGN Newsletter here.Enjoying the show? Leave us a review here.Brought to you on OGGN, the largest and most listened-to podcast network for the oil and energy industry.More from OGGN ... Podcasts LinkedIn Group LinkedIn Company Page Get notified about industry events
9/13/202352 minutes, 15 seconds
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Making the case for fixed wing imagery with Thell Gillis of Prius Intelli | Ep 111

In this episode our host Joe Batir talks with Thell Gillis, Senior Account Manager at Prius Intelli. They talk about aerial imagery and the differences between satellites, drones, and fixed wing. Some of the topics they cover include:•          What is aerial imagery•          Similarities between drones, satellites, and fixed wing imagery•          Differences between drones, satellites, and fixed wing imagery•          What constraints are there on satellite derived imagery•          How Prius Intelli started•          Why fixed wing imagery data collection can collect better data•          Why fixed wing imagery can be better for the environment compared to drone imagery and satellite imageryThell’s book recommendation:Selling the Invisible by Harry BeckwithThese show notes contain affiliate links. Show your support by using the embedded links.--This episode is made possible by AWS Energy.Sign up for the OGGN Newsletter here.Enjoying the show? Leave us a review here!Brought to you on the Oil and Gas Global Network, the largest and most listened-to podcast network for the oil and energy industry.More from OGGN ... Podcasts LinkedIn Group LinkedIn Company Page Get notified about industry events
9/6/202345 minutes, 23 seconds
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Pressure reduction waste energy recovery—a GW scale opportunity with Gregg Semler of InPipe Energy | Ep 110

In this episode our host Joe Batir talks with Gregg Semler, CEO and Founder of InPipe Energy. They talk about water pressure reduction waste energy recovery and the opportunity this provides.Specific points they discuss:What is water pressure reductionWhy is this so pervasiveHow big is the size of this opportunityWhy Gregg made the jump to this industry following his previous entrepreneurial experiencePrevious case studies where InPipe Energy has operating systems and how these are producing low carbon energyGregg’s book recommendation:Big Magic by Elizabeth GilbertThese show notes contain affiliate links. Show your support by using the links located here.This episode is made possible by AWS Energy.Enjoying the show? Leave me a review here!Brought to you on OGGN, the largest and most listened-to podcast network for the oil and energy industry.More from OGGN …PodcastsLinkedIn GroupLinkedIn Company PageGet notified about industry events
8/30/202346 minutes, 25 seconds
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Better steering make better wells—which is better for energy and better for the environment—with Joel Gray of D-Tech Rotary Steerable | Ep 109

In this episode our host Joe Batir talks with Joel Gray, Vice President of Western Hemisphere at D-Tech Rotary Steerable. They talk about rotary steerable, how rotary steerable is unlocking better well performance, and how this knowledge can further advance the geothermal industry.Questions they answer include:What is rotary steerable?How does rotary steerable technology make better wells?How do better wells translate into lower environmental impact?What is needed to incorporate this technology into geothermal drilling?What is generally needed to see geothermal growth and become a significant power source for the world?The Energy Transition Solution Podcast’s first giveaway!Joel’s book recommendations:The purpose driven life by Rick WarrenDada by Jimmy FallonThese show notes contain affiliate links. Show you support by using the links!To enter the giveway follow this link and fill out the survey!This episode is made possible by AWS Energy.Enjoying the show? Leave us a review here!Brought to you on the Oil and Gas Global Network, the largest and most listened-to podcast network for the oil and energy industry.More from OGGN ...PodcastsLinkedIn GroupLinkedIn Company PageGet notified about industry events
8/22/202358 minutes, 16 seconds
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Making Engineering Fun with Jordan Yates – Ep 108

In this episode our host Joe Batir talks with Jordan Yates, Marketing Engineer, content creator, and host of The Energy Pipeline podcast on OGGN. They talk about how Jordan got into engineering related content creation and how that has helped her personal career journey while also helping the companies she has worked with.  Specific topics they cover include:  Jordan’s backgroundWhy she started creating contentWhat is the best content to create as a companyWhy she podcastsHow folks in the energy transition can also use content Jordan’s book recommendation: 7 Habits of Highly Successful People by Stephen Covey  These show notes contain affiliate links. Show your support by using the embedded links. This episode is made possible by AWS Energy.Enjoying the show? Leave me a review here!Brought to you on the Oil and Gas Global Network, the largest and most listened-to podcast network for the oil and energy industry.More from OGGN …PodcastsLinkedIn GroupLinkedIn Company PageGet notified about industry events
8/15/202350 minutes, 42 seconds
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How to think about emissions reductions as a for-profit company with Delfina Govia – Ep 107

In this episode our host Joe Batir talks with Delfina Govia, Corporate Sustainability Expert and host of the OGGN EGS Energized Podcast.They talk about emissions reductions and how companies can and should be approaching emissions reductions. Specifically, they discuss:What are Scope 1, Scope 2, and Scope 3 emissions?How should a company approach emissions reductionsWhat’s the most important part of a business for reducing emissions?Why you shouldn’t bring everything in-house.Delfina’s book recommendations:The Prize by Daniel YerginWe Took the Risk by Tom WeirichThese show notes contain affiliate links. Show your support for this show, the information we provide, and our energy community by using these links.This episode is made possible by AWS Energy.Enjoying the show? Leave me a review here!Brought to you on the Oil and Gas Global Network, the largest and most listened-to podcast network for the oil and energy industry.More from OGGN …PodcastsLinkedIn GroupLinkedIn Company PageGet notified about industry events
8/8/202357 minutes, 19 seconds
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The Future of Oil is Farming with Dr. Oli Peoples of Yield10 – Ep 106

In this episode our host Joe Batir talks with Dr. Oli Peoples, President and CEO of Yield10 Bioscience. They discuss Yield10’s biofuel seeds, specifically focused on the Camelina seed development. Topics discussed include: What is Sustainable Aviation fuel (SAF)How are we going to supply feedstock for the SAF demandWhat exactly is the Camelina seedHow is the Camelina seed good for farming, environment, and energy companiesWhy do we see oil companies investing in bioscience companies like Yield10Oli’s book recommendation: Churchill by Roy Jenkins  These show notes contain affiliate links. Show your support for this show, the information we provide, and our energy community by using these links. This episode is made possible by AWS Energy.Enjoying the show? Leave me a review here!Brought to you on the Oil and Gas Global Network, the largest and most listened-to podcast network for the oil and energy industry.More from OGGN …PodcastsLinkedIn GroupLinkedIn Company PageGet notified about industry events
8/1/202350 minutes, 48 seconds
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Universal Automation Standards: Better for the Environment and Business with Roxann West of Schneider Electric – Ep 105

In this episode our host Joe Batir talks with Roxann West, Business Development Manager at Schneider Electric. They discuss industrial automation and Roxann’s make the case for universal automation to expedite the energy transition. Specific questions discussed include:  What is the state of the energy transition when it comes to the large industrial manufacturing sector? How does process automation help decarbonize? Why would universal automation accelerate adoption? What exactly is the EcoStruxure Automation Expert (EAE)? Are there any successful case studies? If you want to learn more about Universal Automation, a non-profit organization of which Schneider Electric is a founding member, please visit the website: UniversalAutomation.org Roxann’s Book Recommendations:  The Kite Runner by Khaled Hosseini  The Hydrogen Revolution by Marco Alvera    These show notes contain affiliate links. Show your support for this show, the information we provide, and our energy community by using these links.  This episode is made possible by AWS Energy. Enjoying the show? Leave me a review here! Brought to you on the Oil and Gas Global Network, the largest and most listened-to podcast network for the oil and energy industry. More from OGGN …PodcastsLinkedIn GroupLinkedIn Company PageGet notified about industry events
7/25/202351 minutes, 27 seconds
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Bringing Solar Manufacturing Back to the US and Canada with Martin Pochtaruk of Heliene – Ep 104

In this episode our host Joe Batir talks with Martin Pochtaruk, President of Heliene. They discuss Solar PV manufacturing in US and Canada, the role this has for the greater PV market, and the role of Heliene in this process. Specific questions answered include: How big is the solar PV demand worldwide and in North America? How much supply is manufactured in North America? Why doesn’t North America produce more PV modules? What is Heliene doing to grow the manufacturing capacity? What does Heliene need to continue their growth? Martin’s book recommendation: Books by Daniel Silva Books by John Le Carre These show notes contain affiliate links. Show your support for this show, the information we provide, and our energy community by using these links. This episode is made possible by AWS Energy. Enjoying the show? Leave me a review here! Brought to you on the Oil and Gas Global Network, the largest and most listened-to podcast network for the oil and energy industry. More from OGGN …PodcastsLinkedIn GroupLinkedIn Company PageGet notified about industry events
7/18/202353 minutes, 21 seconds
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Drilling Waste is a Big Problem, but there is a Solution with Patrick Rooney and Jerry Scott of Municipal Group of Companies and R3 Environmental Systems – Ep 103

In this episode our host Joe Batir talks with Patrick Rooney, Director of Manufacturing at Municipal Group of Companies and Jerry Scott, General Manager of R3 Environmental Systems. They talk about vacuum distillation for the treatment of waste drilling muds and how that translates into cleaning Drilling Fluids. Topics they discuss include: What are drilling fluids How do we currently “clean” drilling fluids How much drilling fluid is used for a typical well What is R3’s new method to extract drilling fluid from the drilling waste What is the end product of cleaning drilling waste Why does this all matter Patrick’s book recommendation: The Greatness Guide by Robin Sharma Jerry’s book recommendation: It by Stephen King These show notes contain affiliate links. Show your support for this show, the information we provide, and our energy community by using these links. This episode is made possible by AWS Energy. Enjoying the show? Leave me a review here! Brought to you on the Oil and Gas Global Network, the largest and most listened-to podcast network for the oil and energy industry. More from OGGN …PodcastsLinkedIn GroupLinkedIn Company PageGet notified about industry events
7/11/202339 minutes, 17 seconds
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Baseload Power isn’t Dead | MIT Energy Conference Panel Discussion – Ep 102

This episode is a recording of our host, Joe Batir, moderating a panel at the MIT Energy Conference in 2023. The title of the panel was “Role of Geothermal and Nuclear in Clean Energy Transition”. The panel included geothermal industry leaders Jamie Beard, Executive Director of Project Innerspace and Taylor Mattie, Director of Geothermal Strategy and Growth at Baker Hughes, and nuclear industry experts Jamie Coleman, Regulatory Affairs Director – Vogtle 3 & 4 at Southern Nuclear and Emma Wong, Sr. Technology and Innovation Advisor at OECD Nuclear Energy Agency and European Lead – Nuclear Strategy, Innovation, and Development at EPRI. In this Panel discussion, they discuss: The current state of Geothermal and Nuclear in the US What are the risks of these different power sources Why have we not seen more growth Where and how regulations are slowing the growth process How to advance these baseload power sources Special thank you to the MIT Energy Conference and panelists for allowing me to post this and Jerome Sfeirand Adria Peterkin for putting together a great panel and inviting me to moderate. This episode is made possible by AWS Energy. Enjoying the show? Leave me a review here! Brought to you on the Oil and Gas Global Network, the largest and most listened-to podcast network for the oil and energy industry. More from OGGN …PodcastsLinkedIn GroupLinkedIn Company PageGet notified about industry events
7/4/202350 minutes, 33 seconds
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We made it! Thank you for 100 Episodes – Ep 101

In this episode, our host Joe Batir thanks everyone for the past 100 episodes. He discusses: Many, many people who deserve a “thank you” Requests more feedback on the show Gives out his new email Joe’s Book Recommendations: Outdoor Kids in an Inside World by Steven Rinella Catch a crayfish, count the stars by Steven Rinella This episode is made possible by AWS Energy. Enjoying the show? Leave me a review here! Brought to you on the Oil and Gas Global Network, the largest and most listened-to podcast network for the oil and energy industry. More from OGGN …PodcastsLinkedIn GroupLinkedIn Company PageGet notified about industry events
6/27/202329 minutes, 42 seconds
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Better Computing is Better Sustainability with Jen Huffstetler of Intel Corporation – Ep 100

In this episode our host Joe Batir talks with Jen Huffstetler, Chief Product Sustainability Officer at Intel Corporation. They talk about Intel Corporation and the ways Intel is promoting and developing sustainable computing power now and into the future. Topics covered include: How much energy is used annually by computing What is the growing role of computing and specifically AI throughout all aspects of everyday life How AI is being used to make computing more efficient How efficiency gains are being made at the various levels of the computing industry, from data centers to household causal users Integration of Carbon aware software and Carbon efficient software into daily operations to further produce energy and carbon efficient computing Jen’s book recommendations: Speed and Scale by Jon Doerr Chip War by Chris Miller These show notes contain affiliate links. Show your support for this show, the information we provide, and our energy community by using these links. This episode is made possible by AWS Energy. Enjoying the show? Leave me a review here! Brought to you on the Oil and Gas Global Network, the largest and most listened-to podcast network for the oil and energy industry. More from OGGN …PodcastsLinkedIn GroupLinkedIn Company PageGet notified about industry events
6/20/202353 minutes, 34 seconds
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Diversity helps drive Decarbonization with Golnaz Yekrangian and Kim Waller of Korn Ferry – Ep 99

In this episode our host Joe Batir talks with Golnaz Yekrangian, Senior Client Partner, North America Head of Infrastructure and Energy Investing, and Kim Waller, Senior Client Partner, North America DEI Leader, both at Korn Ferry. In this show, they discuss talent, talent retention, the role of companies and DEI in talent retention, and how this all relates to the energy transition. Specific questions answered include: How the workforce changed? What does the workforce want or desire from a job these days? What are companies doing to attract and retain talent? What does it mean to have purpose at work? Who controls the change within companies? Golnaz’s book recommendation: All books by Louis Penny, the first one linked here. Kim’s book recommendation: Blink by Malcom Gladwell These show notes contain affiliate links. Show your support for this show, the information we provide, and our energy community by using these links. This episode is made possible by AWS Energy. Enjoying the show? Leave me a review here! Brought to you on the Oil and Gas Global Network, the largest and most listened-to podcast network for the oil and energy industry. More from OGGN …PodcastsLinkedIn GroupLinkedIn Company PageGet notified about industry events  
6/13/202353 minutes, 4 seconds
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Episode Energy Recovery Opportunities and Critical Infrastructure with Nate Turner of NLine Energy – Ep 98

In this episode our host Joe Batir talks with Nate Turner, President of Thermal Energy at NLine Energy. Here, they talk about back pressure steam turbine energy recovery units and how this is a significant opportunity to decarbonize existing, critical infrastructure. Specific questions they discuss include: How did NLine Energy go from the hydropower industry into steam turbines. What is the difference between a backpressure steam turbine and a condensing steam turbine. Where there are opportunities to generate power using a system like this. Why there are so many opportunities. Just how big this waste energy opportunity is in the US. Nate’s Book Recommendation:  Zen and the Art of Motorcycle Maintenance by Robert Pirsig These show notes contain affiliate links. Thank you for your support of the show by using the links. This episode is made possible by AWS Energy. Enjoying the show? Leave me a review here! Brought to you on the Oil and Gas Global Network, the largest and most listened-to podcast network for the oil and energy industry. More from OGGN …PodcastsLinkedIn GroupLinkedIn Company PageGet notified about industry events
6/6/202357 minutes, 18 seconds
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Fast Charging is not about the Charger, it’s about Energy Storage with Patrick Flam of Revterra – Ep 97

In this episode, our host, Joe Batir, speaks with Patrick Flam, CFO of Revterra. Patrick explains what fast charging is and how Revterra is trying to make fast charging accessible to all. Topics they cover include: What is fast charging. How fast charging impacts EV adoption. Why fast charging is more difficult than you think. How the right kind of energy storage enables extensive fast charging growth without increasing electricity costs. How the mechanical energy storage supply chain is inherently more secure and more sustainable than some other energy storage supply chains Patrick’s book recommendation: The Originals by Adam Grant These show notes contain affiliate links. Show your support for this show, the information we provide, and our energy community by using these links. This episode is made possible by AWS Energy. Enjoying the show? Leave me a review here! Brought to you on the Oil and Gas Global Network, the largest and most listened-to podcast network for the oil and energy industry. More from OGGN …PodcastsLinkedIn GroupLinkedIn Company PageGet notified about industry events
5/30/202339 minutes, 47 seconds
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Revolutionizing Industrial Operations through Cloud enabled Prescriptive Maintenance with Pratibha Pillalamarri of AspenTech and David Daines of AWS – Ep 96

In this episode our host Joe Batir talks with Pratibha Pillalamarri, Senior Product Marketing Manager at AspenTech and David Daines, Global Alliance Manager at AWS Energy. They discuss industrial manufacturing, some of the inherent challenges, and AspenTech’s Mtell solution being applied to this space. Topics covered include: What are the current ways manufacturing facilities operate What problems exist in large scale manufacturing and how those are currently handled How AI and prescriptive maintenance can extend equipment life and increase performance Which industries would benefit from AI and prescriptive maintenance monitoring What Mtell is and how it solves these challenges How increasing operational efficiencies can lead to decarbonized and more environmentally friendly manufacturing Pratibha’s Book Recommendations: How Big Things Get Done by Bent Flyvbjerg and Dan Gardner David’s Book Recommendations: Good to Great by Jim Collins These show notes contain affiliate links. Show your support for this show, the information we provide, and our energy community by using these links. This episode is made possible by AWS Energy. Enjoying the show? Leave me a review here! Brought to you on the Oil and Gas Global Network, the largest and most listened-to podcast network for the oil and energy industry. More from OGGN …PodcastsLinkedIn GroupLinkedIn Company PageGet notified about industry events
5/23/20231 hour, 15 minutes, 8 seconds
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Talking Geothermal with an Oil and Gas Equipment Provider at the Offshore Technology Conference with Patrick Hanson of Expro – Ep 95

In this episode our host Joe Batir talks with Patrick Hanson, Senior Geothermal Development Manager from Expro. Joe and Patrick talk about geothermal energy, Expro’s experience and role in geothermal energy, and why we are talking about all this at OTC. Topics covered include: Patrick’s background Expro’s experience in geothermal energy How oil and gas equipment, hardware, and infrastructure easily transfer to the geothermal industry What is Geothermal Rising (GR) Why does GR have a booth at the Offshore Technology Conference Patrick’s book recommendation: Relentless by Tim Grover These show notes contain affiliate links. Show your support for this show, the information we provide, and our energy community by using these links. This episode is made possible by AWS Energy. Enjoying the show? Leave me a review here! Brought to you on the Oil and Gas Global Network, the largest and most listened-to podcast network for the oil and energy industry. More from OGGN …PodcastsLinkedIn GroupLinkedIn Company PageGet notified about industry events
5/16/202336 minutes, 5 seconds
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Why is Mitsubishi Helping Build a Hydrogen Hub? With Michael Ducker of Mitsubishi Power Americas – Ep 94

In this episode our host, Joe Batir, talks with Michael Ducker, Senior Vice President, Head of Hydrogen Infrastructure at Mitsubishi Power Americas. Topics covered include: What is a Hydrogen Hub. What it takes to build a Hydrogen Hub. Why ACES Deltas is an ideal location for a western US Hydrogen Hub. How Mitsubishi Power Americas ended up in a joint venture with Magnum Development to build ACES Delta. How big ACES Delta will be when complete and how that compares to other energy storage and other Hydrogen projects currently in operation. Michael’s Book Recommendations: Forces for Good by Leslie Crutchfield These show notes contain affiliate links. Show your support for this show, the information we provide, and our energy community by using these links. This episode is made possible by AWS Energy. Enjoying the show? Leave me a review here! Brought to you on the Oil and Gas Global Network, the largest and most listened-to podcast network for the oil and energy industry. More from OGGN …PodcastsLinkedIn GroupLinkedIn Company PageGet notified about industry events
5/9/202346 minutes, 18 seconds
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Holistic Solutions are the Best Solutions for Decarbonization with Damian Beauchamp of 8Rivers – Ep 93

In this episode, our host Joe Batir talks with Damian Beauchamp,  President and Chief Development Officer of 8Rivers. They discuss 8Rivers and their holistic approach to decarbonization. Topics covered include: How decarbonization can be profitable How the IRA will produce significant opportunities How a holistic systems approach drives better business decisions, which can also be good for the environment Deep dive theories on some recent investments by the oracle of Omaha (Warren Buffett) Damian’s book recommendations: The New Map by Daniel Yerguin Who Says Elephants Can’t Dance? By Louis V. Gerstner, Jr. These show notes contain affiliate links. Show your support for this show, the information we provide, and our energy community by using these links. This episode is made possible by AWS Energy. Enjoying the show? Leave me a review here! Brought to you on the Oil and Gas Global Network, the largest and most listened-to podcast network for the oil and energy industry. More from OGGN …PodcastsLinkedIn GroupLinkedIn Company PageGet notified about industry events
5/2/202346 minutes, 23 seconds
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Are our students ready? Or, How does Geothermal Compare to Oil and Gas? With Kassem Alokla of TAMU SPE – Ep 92

In this episode, our host Joe Batir talks with Kassem Alokla, President of the Texas A&M SPE Student Chapter and PhD Student. They record a double episode where Kassem asks Joe about the Geothermal Industry and Joe asks Kassem how he feels as a student preparing for a career in energy. Topics covered include: The role of Geothermal Energy in the future energy mix. The role of Oil and Gas in the future energy mix. How the conversation is between the oil and gas and geothermal industry Does a traditional Petroleum Engineering degree prepare you well for the future of energy? How are energy focused study programs changing? Kassem’s Book Recommendation: You are a badass by Jen Sincero These show notes contain affiliate links. Show your support for this show, the information we provide, and our energy community by using these links. If you found the conversation interesting, go check out the other episodes Kassem has recorded on the TAMU Energy Matters Podcast. This episode is made possible by AWS Energy. Enjoying the show? Leave me a review here! Brought to you on the Oil and Gas Global Network, the largest and most listened-to podcast network for the oil and energy industry. More from OGGN …PodcastsLinkedIn GroupLinkedIn Company PageGet notified about industry events
4/25/20231 hour, 36 minutes, 25 seconds
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Waste Methane is a big opportunity, with Matt Watson of EDF – Ep 91

In this episode, our host Joe Batir talks with Matt Watson, Vice President of Energy Transition at EDF. They talk about a recent study performed by S&P Global, commissioned by EDF, that quantified waste methane and the potential financial opportunity associated with this waste methane. Matt’s blog post about the work can be found here. Topics covered in this episode: What is waste methane? Just how big of a market opportunity is this? If these are all opportunities, why aren’t they being done? What’s next? Matt’s book recommendations: Meditations of Marcus Aurelius (translated by James Harris) Coyote America by Dan Flores These show notes contain affiliate links. Show your support for this show, the information we provide, and our energy community by using these links. This episode is made possible by AWS Energy. Enjoying the show? Leave me a review here! Brought to you on the Oil and Gas Global Network, the largest and most listened-to podcast network for the oil and energy industry. More from OGGN …PodcastsLinkedIn GroupLinkedIn Company PageGet notified about industry events
4/18/202349 minutes, 32 seconds
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Seafloor Critical Mineral Mining with Gerard Barron of The Metals Company – Ep 90

In this episode, our host Joe Batir talks with Gerard Barron, Chairman and CEO of The Metals Company. They discuss deep sea, seafloor mining of critical minerals. Ideas covered: What are these deep sea nodules with critical minerals? How do these nodules form? What kind of environmental concerns are there with this mining? When will we see deep sea nodules enter the supply chain? Gerard’s book recommendation: The Human Project by Erika Ilves and Anna Stillwell Leadership by Henry Kissinger Gerard’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/gerardbarron/ The Metals Company website: https://metals.co/ This episode is made possible by AWS Energy. Enjoying the show? Leave me a review here! Brought to you on the Oil and Gas Global Network, the largest and most listened-to podcast network for the oil and energy industry. More from OGGN …PodcastsLinkedIn GroupLinkedIn Company PageGet notified about industry events
4/11/202344 minutes, 22 seconds
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Bi-Directional Charging with Dr. Anna Demeo of Fermata Energy – Ep 89

In this episode, our host Joe Batir talks with Dr. Anna Demeo, Chief Product Officer of Fermata Energy. Joe and Anna talk about: What is bi-directional charging? What have been the primary challenges to bi-directional charging? Just how much power storage is there in electric vehicles in the US? How EVs could effectively change the US grid overnight. Dr. Anna’s book recommendation: This is how they tell me the world ends by Nicole Perlroth These show notes contain affiliate links. Show your support for this show, the information we provide, and our energy community by using these links. Fermata Energy’s Website: Fermata Energy Dr. Anna Demeo’s LinkedIn: Anna Demeo, Ph.D. | LinkedIn This episode is made possible by AWS Energy. Enjoying the show? Leave me a review here! Brought to you on the Oil and Gas Global Network, the largest and most listened-to podcast network for the oil and energy industry. More from OGGN …PodcastsLinkedIn GroupLinkedIn Company PageGet notified about industry events
4/4/202341 minutes
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We need more Transmission with Ottis Sparks of Sparks Energy Inc. – Ep 88

In this episode, our host Joe Batir talks with Ottis Sparks, CEO of Sparks Energy Inc. They talk about: The history of Sparks Energy Inc The current state of transmission in the United States What it will take to update and prepare the grid for more renewable energy What do two folks in the energy industry think about flat earth theory and Sasquatch? Ottis’ book recommendation: The Big Rich by Bryan Burrough Sparks Energy Inc website: Sparks Energy Inc – Home (sparksinc.com) Ottis Sparks’ linkedIn: Jaradda Sparks | LinkedIn This episode is made possible by AWS Energy. Enjoying the show? Leave me a review here! Brought to you on the Oil and Gas Global Network, the largest and most listened-to podcast network for the oil and energy industry. More from OGGN …PodcastsLinkedIn GroupLinkedIn Company PageGet notified about industry events
3/28/202324 minutes, 21 seconds
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The First Ammonia to Power Provider with Seonghoon Woo of Amogy – Ep 87

In this episode, our host Joe Batir talks with Seonghoon Woo, CEO and Co-Founder of Amogy. They discuss what Ammonia is, why Ammonia is a good potential fuel source, how Amogy has gone from Ammonia power Drone to Tugboat, and what is next for Amogy. Seonghoon’s book recommendation: Build by Tony Fadall These show notes contain affiliate links. Show your support for this show, the information we provide, and our energy community by using these links. Seonghoon’s Linkedin: Seonghoon Woo | LinkedIn Amogy’s website: Home – Amogy This episode is made possible by AWS Energy. Enjoying the show? Leave me a review here! Brought to you on the Oil and Gas Global Network, the largest and most listened-to podcast network for the oil and energy industry. More from OGGN …PodcastsLinkedIn GroupLinkedIn Company PageGet notified about industry events
3/21/202336 minutes, 34 seconds
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Modernizing the AFE process to increase operational efficiency and decrease environmental impact with Alexis Caruselle of Appian and Sean Jump of Sia Partners – Ep 86

In this episode, our host Joe Batir talks with Alexis Caruselle, Account Director at Appian and Sean Jump, Managing Director at Sia Partners. They discuss the process of automating the AFE process for better accounting and management of expenses and the efficiency improvement this ultimately drives in the oil and gas industry. Alexis’ Linkedin: Alexis Caruselle | LinkedIn Appian’s website: Appian Platform for Process Automation -Low-Code – Process Mining Sean’s Linkedin: Sean Jump | LinkedIn Sia Partners’ website: Sia Partners – Global Management Firm (sia-partners.com) This episode is made possible by AWS Energy. Enjoying the show? Leave me a review here! Brought to you on the Oil and Gas Global Network, the largest and most listened-to podcast network for the oil and energy industry. More from OGGN …PodcastsLinkedIn GroupLinkedIn Company PageGet notified about industry events
3/14/202327 minutes, 12 seconds
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The Role of Conference, Innovations, and the AAPG in the Energy Transition, with Susan Nash of the AAPG – Ep 85

In this episode, our host Joe Batir talks with Susan Nash, Director of Innovation and Emerging Science and Technology at the AAPG, the American Association of Petroleum Geologists. They discuss how the energy industry continually adopts new technology and innovation to improve output, and how this has morphed into adoption and discussion of new energy and mineral sources. They further discuss what Susan is most excited about, what surprised her in emerging technologies, both good and bad, and the role of expos like NAPE and conferences like IMAGE in the energy transition. Susan’s book recommendation: Small is Beautiful by E.F. Schumacher These show notes contain affiliate links. Show your support for this show, the information we provide, and our energy community by using these links. Susan’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/susannash/ AAPG website: https://www.aapg.org/ This episode is made possible by AWS Energy. Enjoying the show? Leave me a review here! Brought to you on the Oil and Gas Global Network, the largest and most listened-to podcast network for the oil and energy industry. More from OGGN …PodcastsLinkedIn GroupLinkedIn Company PageGet notified about industry events  
3/7/202342 minutes, 17 seconds
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Breaking down Silos for CCUS with Derek Gonsuron of S&P Global – Ep 84

In this episode, our host Joe Batir talks with Derek Gonsuron, Product Management Director – CCUS at S&P Global. They talk about how Derek and his team in the Commodity Insights group are examining the larger CCUS ecosystem.  They talk through questions like what are the key challenges for expedited implementation of CCUS and how can we solve these challenges through additional data insight. Reminder – if you have next week free, consider spending some time at CERAWeek! If you see Derek or Joe, say hi and grab a selfie! Derek’s book recommendation(s): The Wheel of Time book Series These show notes contain affiliate links. Show your support for this show, the information we provide, and our energy community by using these links. Derek Gonsuron’s LInkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dgonsuron/ S&P Global Commodity Insights website: https://www.spglobal.com/commodityinsights/en This episode is made possible by AWS Energy. Enjoying the show? Leave me a review here! Brought to you on the Oil and Gas Global Network, the largest and most listened-to podcast network for the oil and energy industry. More from OGGN …PodcastsLinkedIn GroupLinkedIn Company PageGet notified about industry events  
2/28/202350 minutes, 22 seconds
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Hydrogen, Geothermal, and Unlikely Investments to Secure Supply Chain from Raw Material to Consumer Products – Ep 83

In this episode, our host Joe Batir talks with Paul Rodden of the Hydrogen Podcast while at NAPE. They catch up a bit, discuss NAPE, and give insight into recent headlines including the Baker Hughes – FFI announcement for collaboration on Geothermal and Hydrogen production and the investment by Ford into Lithium Americas. In honor of Henry Ford, this week’s book recommendation: America’s Assembly Line by David Nye Paul Rodden’s Linkedin This episode is made possible by AWS Energy. These show notes contain affiliate links. Show your support for this show, the information we provide, and our energy community by using these links. Enjoying the show? Leave me a review here! Brought to you on the Oil and Gas Global Network, the largest and most listened-to podcast network for the oil and energy industry. More from OGGN …PodcastsLinkedIn GroupLinkedIn Company PageGet notified about industry events  
2/21/202324 minutes, 39 seconds
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Why Energy Transition is an Opportunity for Oil and Gas with Dwayne Purvis – Ep 82

In this episode, our host Joe Batir talks with Dwayne Purvis, Reservoir Engineer. They discuss why Dwayne went back to school after 30 years in the oil and gas industry, the opportunity the Oil and Gas industry has with the Energy Transition, and news about Dwayne’s conference, Carbon Expo. Dwayne’s book recommendations: Coming into the Country by John McPhee Strength to Strength by Arthur C. Brooks Dwayne Purvis’ Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dpurvispe/ Dwayne Purvis Consultancy: https://www.dpurvispe.com/ Carbon Expo: https://carbonexpo.us/ This episode is made possible by AWS Energy. Brought to you on the Oil and Gas Global Network, the largest and most listened-to podcast network for the oil and energy industry. More from OGGN …PodcastsLinkedIn GroupLinkedIn Company PageGet notified about industry events  
2/14/20231 hour, 40 seconds
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Building Systems to Solve Complex Problems with Hamed Darabi of QRI and Yannick Agbor of AWS – Ep 81

In this episode, our host Joe Batir talks with Hamed Darabi, Chief Technology Officer of QRI and Yannick Agbor, Senior Partner Solutions Architect with AWS. In this show they discuss how QRI has gone about building solutions to complex problems within the energy supply chain. Here, they walk through the example of water management to show how solutions are built and implemented, and how AWS expedites the ability to build and implement solutions. Yannick’s Book Recommendation: Things Fall Apart by Chinua Achebe Hamed’s Book Recommendation: The Martian by Andy Weir These show notes contain affiliate links. Show your support for this show, the information we provide, and our energy community by using these links. Hamed Darabi’s Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/hamed-darabi-36219458/ QRI website: https://www.qrigroup.com/ Yannick Agbor’s Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/yannickagbor/ This episode is made possible by AWS Energy. Brought to you on the Oil and Gas Global Network, the largest and most listened-to podcast network for the oil and energy industry. More from OGGN …PodcastsLinkedIn GroupLinkedIn Company PageGet notified about industry events  
2/7/202354 minutes, 36 seconds
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Critical to the Energy Transition and Critical for Modern Life: Roll – to – Roll Manufacturing with Julie Beaudry at Flexcon – Ep 80

In this episode, our host Joe Batir talks with Julie Beaudry, New Technology Manager from Flexcon. They discuss the mature but evolving process of roll – to – roll manufacturing and cover the vital roll this process plays in modern life. Many everyday use items are manufactured through some type of lamination or roll – to – roll process, including phone screens, car interiors, aerospace industry components, and labels. Important to the energy transition, this process is used to create PEMs, components for PV panels, and batteries. While this is just one step in the processing of renewable energy technologies, this conversation points out the need to look at the entire supply chain while we work towards a net zero society. Julie’s Book Recommendation: The Pout Pout Fish book series by Deborah Diesen These show notes contain affiliate links. Show your support for this show, the information we provide, and our energy community by using these links. Julie Beaudry’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/julie-fehlmann/ Flexcon website: https://www.flexcon.com/ This episode is made possible by AWS Energy. Brought to you on the Oil and Gas Global Network, the largest and most listened-to podcast network for the oil and energy industry. More from OGGN …PodcastsLinkedIn GroupLinkedIn Company PageGet notified about industry events  
1/31/202347 minutes, 23 seconds
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Data Driven Analysis on Policy and Regulations Impact with Gary Kruse of Arbo – Ep 79

In this episode, our host Joe Batir talks with Gary Kruse, Director of Research at Arbo. They discuss how regulation and policy previously facilitated the growth of natural gas pipelines in the United States and use this analysis to discuss how regulations with renewable energy and specifically transmission lines could similarly help grow renewable energy adoption and utilization. Gary’s book recommendation: Rational Optimist by Matt Ridley Gary Kruse’s Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/garykruse/ Arbo’s website: https://www.goarbo.com/energy-infrastructure-markets-permitting This episode is made possible by AWS Energy. Enjoying the show? Leave me a review here Click here to take it one question survey and receive OGGN hardhat/laptop stickers Brought to you on the Oil and Gas Global Network, the largest and most listened-to podcast network for the oil and energy industry. More from OGGN …PodcastsLinkedIn GroupLinkedIn Company PageGet notified about industry events  
1/24/202358 minutes, 9 seconds
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Clear Hydrogen Production with Grant Strem of Proton Technologies – Ep 78

In this episode, our host Joe Batir talks with Grant Strem, Chairman and CEO of Proton Technologies. They talk about Clear Hydrogen – what is it, what the process is to form this type of Hydrogen, how this idea came to be, where it is being done today, and where they are going. Grant’s Book Recommendation: The Gulag Archipelago by Aleksandr Solzhenitsyn These show notes contain affiliate links. Show your support for this show, the information we provide, and our energy community by using these links. Grant Strem’s linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/grant-strem-017aa112/ Proton Technologies: https://proton.energy/ This episode is made possible by AWS Energy. Enjoying the show? Leave me a review here Click here to take it one question survey and receive OGGN hardhat/laptop stickers Brought to you on the Oil and Gas Global Network, the largest and most listened-to podcast network for the oil and energy industry. More from OGGN …PodcastsLinkedIn GroupLinkedIn Company PageGet notified about industry events  
1/17/202350 minutes, 33 seconds
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“Live” from the Methane Mitigation Summit with Joe Batir – Ep 77

In this episode, our host Joe Batir talks with attendees and exhibitors at the Methane Mitigation America Summit, which was held in Houston, TX, December 5th – 7th, 2022, organized by Oil and Gas IQ. On this episode, we get everyone’s real-time thoughts on the conference, see where Methan mitigation is going, and a quick snapshot on how this growing part of the energy industry views the energy transition. Methane Mitigation Summit Series: https://www.industrialtransformationnetwork.com/events-methane-mitigation-america Matt Harrison’s Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/matthew-harrison-678632111/ SLR International’s website: https://www.slrconsulting.com/en Mitch Jones’ Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mitchell-jones-9a4b83132/ Kathairos Solutions: https://kathairos.com/ Alek Scott’s Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/alekschott/ Qnergy: https://qnergy.com/ Gary Collins’ Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/gary-collins-36461221/ Nevada Nano’s website: https://nevadanano.com/ Liz Arthur’s Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/liz-arthur-5ba10357/ Project Canary’s website: https://www.projectcanary.com/ This episode is made possible by AWS Energy. Enjoying the show? Leave me a review here Click here to take it one question survey and receive OGGN hardhat/laptop stickers Brought to you on the Oil and Gas Global Network, the largest and most listened-to podcast network for the oil and energy industry. More from OGGN …PodcastsLinkedIn GroupLinkedIn Company PageGet notified about industry events  
1/10/202328 minutes, 28 seconds
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Mark LaCour’s 2023 Predictions and how they relate to the Energy Transition – Ep 76

In this episode, our host Joe Batir talks with Mark LaCour, Editor in Chief of OGGN. They go over some of Mark’s 2023 predictions and how these will relate and impact the energy transition. Mark’s book recommendation: Principle Centered Leadership by Steven Covey These show notes contain affiliate links. Show your support for this show, the information we provide, and our energy community by using these links. Mark LaCour’s Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/oil-and-gas-expert-speaker/ OGGN website: https://oggn.com/ Modalpoint website: https://modalpoint.com/ This episode is made possible by AWS Energy. Enjoying the show? Leave me a review here Click here to take it one question survey and receive OGGN hardhat/laptop stickers Brought to you on the Oil and Gas Global Network, the largest and most listened-to podcast network for the oil and energy industry. More from OGGN …PodcastsLinkedIn GroupLinkedIn Company PageGet notified about industry events  
1/3/202342 minutes, 37 seconds
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A very merry holiday special, Ep075

‘Twas the day before Christmas, when all through the studio, not a creature was stirring, not even our hosts. The headphones were hung, by their laptops with care, in hopes that St. Mark soon would be there……. The hosts were nestled, all snug in their beds, while visions of guests danced in their heads. Join us for a special OGGN Holiday Episode! This episode is made possible by AWS Energy. Enjoying the show? Leave me a review here Click here to take it one question survey and receive OGGN hardhat/laptop stickers Brought to you on the Oil and Gas Global Network, the largest and most listened-to podcast network for the oil and energy industry. More from OGGN …PodcastsLinkedIn GroupLinkedIn Company PageGet notified about industry events  
12/28/202217 minutes, 59 seconds
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Ecocredits – what are they, where are they, and how are they better than carbon credits, with Erin Grover, Ep074

In this episode, our host Joe Batir talks with Erin Grover, member of the World Economic Forum’s Crypto Sustainability Coalition. They discuss ecocredits – what they are, why they are so exciting for small businesses and large corporations alike, and how they can help drive sustainability practices across the entire supply chain. Erin’s book recommendation: The Hero with a thousand faces by Joseph Campbell The Hero’s Journey by Joseph Campbell Erin Grover’s Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/eringrover/ This episode is made possible by AWS Energy. Enjoying the show? Leave me a review here Click here to take it one question survey and receive OGGN hardhat/laptop stickers Brought to you on the Oil and Gas Global Network, the largest and most listened-to podcast network for the oil and energy industry. More from OGGN …PodcastsLinkedIn GroupLinkedIn Company PageGet notified about industry events  
12/20/202254 minutes, 4 seconds
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Monitoring small signals that have big impacts in the Energy Industry with Peter Duncan and Gary Hargraves of Microseismic, Inc., Ep073

In this episode, our host Joe Batir talks with Peter Duncan, Founder and CEO, and Gary Hargraves, President and COO of Microseismic, Inc. They discuss the energy transition and how it parallels the transition and advancement of companies and careers in the energy space. They walk through Gary’s path from the tech world into energy, the 20 year path of Microseismic, Inc., as a company, and how both of these stories can drive encouragement, inspiration, and innovation for anyone in the energy industry or anyone who wants to be in the energy industry. Peter’s book recommendation: Germs, Guns, and Steel by Jared Diamond Gary’s book recommendation: IGen by Dr. Jean Twenge Microseismic, Inc.: https://www.microseismic.com/ Peter Duncan’s Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/petermduncan/ Gary Hargraves’ Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/garyhargraves/ This episode is made possible by AWS Energy. Enjoying the show? Leave me a review here Click here to take it one question survey and receive OGGN hardhat/laptop stickers Brought to you on the Oil and Gas Global Network, the largest and most listened-to podcast network for the oil and energy industry. More from OGGN …PodcastsLinkedIn GroupLinkedIn Company PageGet notified about industry events  
12/13/20221 hour, 12 minutes, 51 seconds
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Bringing Second Life to Mothballed Hardware, with Keith Stelter of Arc Energy. Ep072

In this episode, our host Joe Batir talks with Keith Stelter, Corporate Marketing and Strategic Development Manager at Arc Energy. They discuss the opportunity to bring hardware back into operations through reconditioning and how reuse of equipment has significant carbon footprint savings. Keith’s Book recommendation: Start with Why by Simon Sinek Keith Stelter’s Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/keith-stelter-575b9312/ Arc Energy: https://www.arcenergy.com/ This episode is made possible by AWS Energy. Enjoying the show? Leave me a review here Click here to take it one question survey and receive OGGN hardhat/laptop stickers Brought to you on the Oil and Gas Global Network, the largest and most listened-to podcast network for the oil and energy industry. More from OGGN …PodcastsLinkedIn GroupLinkedIn Company PageGet notified about industry events  
12/6/202245 minutes, 55 seconds
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Connecting to the things that matter with Matt Harrison of WellAware and Keith Norman of AWS. Ep071

In this episode, our host Joe Batir talks with Matt Harrison, Co-Founder of Wellaware and Keith Norman, Head of Technology Partnerships at AWS, Energy Business Units. They discuss upstream production monitoring, production automation and optimization, and how a complete understanding of the production system can lead to cleaner, safer, and more profitable energy production. Matt’s book recommendation: The Hard Thing about Hard Things by Ben Horowitz Keith’s book recommendation: Blueprint for a Revolution by Srđa Popović Matt’s Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/matt-harrison-65977a11/ Wellaware website: https://wellaware.us/ Keith’s Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/keith-norman-8611b5132/ Link to Reuters article discussing Carbon breakeven point for EV vehicles: https://www.reuters.com/business/autos-transportation/when-do-electric-vehicles-become-cleaner-than-gasoline-cars-2021-06-29/ This episode is made possible by AWS Energy. Enjoying the show? Leave me a review here Click here to take it one question survey and receive OGGN hardhat/laptop stickers Brought to you on the Oil and Gas Global Network, the largest and most listened-to podcast network for the oil and energy industry. More from OGGN …PodcastsLinkedIn GroupLinkedIn Company PageGet notified about industry events  
11/29/20221 hour, 26 minutes, 37 seconds
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Understanding Science and Connecting to Nature through Art with Karla Klay of Artist Boat. Ep070

In this episode, our host Joe Batir talks with Karla Klay, Executive Director of Artist Boat. They discuss art, science, climate change, and immersive educational experiences and how these can help us understand and connect with nature and science. They also discuss how science education led to Artist Boat which led to preserving wetlands habitat along the Gulf Coast on West Galveston Island. Karla’s Book Recommendations: Naming Nature by Carol Kaesuk Yoon The Overstory by Richard Powers An Ocean of Air by Gabrielle Walker Karla’s Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/karlaklay/ Artist Boat: https://www.artistboat.org/ #BeOneInaMillion Campaign: https://www.artistboat.org/be-one-in-a-million/ This episode is made possible by AWS Energy. Enjoying the show? Leave me a review here Click here to take it one question survey and receive OGGN hardhat/laptop stickers Brought to you on the Oil and Gas Global Network, the largest and most listened-to podcast network for the oil and energy industry. More from OGGN …PodcastsLinkedIn GroupLinkedIn Company PageGet notified about industry events  
11/22/202258 minutes, 47 seconds
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Micro solutions to produce major opportunities with John Jeffers of Revolution Turbine Technologies. E069

In this episode, our host Joe Batir talks with John Jeffers, Co-founder and Chief Marketing Officer of Revolution Turbine Technologies. They discuss the major market opportunity of waste pressure associated with natural gas pipeline systems. Answers discussed include what is waste pressure, what is the size of pressure turbine recovery units, and why and how RTT fits into the space. John’s book recommendations: The Splendid and the Vile by Erik Larson The Offshore Imperative by by Tyler Priest John’s linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/johndjeffers/ Revolution Turbine Technologies website: https://www.revolutionturbines.com/ This episode is made possible by AWS Energy. Enjoying the show? Leave me a review here Click here to take it one question survey and receive OGGN hardhat/laptop stickers Brought to you on the Oil and Gas Global Network, the largest and most listened-to podcast network for the oil and energy industry. More from OGGN …PodcastsLinkedIn GroupLinkedIn Company PageGet notified about industry events  
11/15/202258 minutes, 41 seconds
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Reducing Enivronmental Footprint through Production Lift Optimization with Chris Robart of Ambyint and Keith Norman, Head of Technology Partnerships of AWS. Ep068

In this episode, our host Joe Batir talks with Chris Robart, Chief Commercial Officer of Ambyint and Keith Norman. They discuss the importance of production lift optimization and how the optimization procedure has changed in the past 15 years. They also highlight the environmental value of lift optimization and future outlook on paths  to monetize more efficient, lower carbon intensity operations. Chris’ Book Recommendation: The Prize by Daniel Yergin Keith’s Book Recommendation: The Signal and The Noise by Nate Silver Chris Robart’s Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chrisrobart/ Keith Norman’s Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/keith-norman-8611b5132/ Ambyint website: https://www.ambyint.com/ This episode is made possible by AWS Energy. Enjoying the show? Leave me a review here Click here to take it one question survey and receive OGGN hardhat/laptop stickers Brought to you on the Oil and Gas Global Network, the largest and most listened-to podcast network for the oil and energy industry. More from OGGN …PodcastsLinkedIn GroupLinkedIn Company PageGet notified about industry events  
11/8/20221 hour, 3 minutes, 25 seconds
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All the questions about the Inflation Reduction Act, answered, with Elias Hinckley of Baker Botts. Ep067

In this episode, our host Joe Batir talks with Elias (Eli) Hinckley, Renewable Energy and Climate Finance Lawyer and Partner at Baker Botts. They discuss the Inflation Reduction Act – what is it, why is it called the Inflation Reduction Act, and how you can be involved with this generational opportunity. Eli’s Book Recommendations: The prize by Daniel Yergin Catch 22 by Joseph Heller Project Hail Mary by Andy Weir Eli’s Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/eliashinckley/ Baker Botts website: https://www.bakerbotts.com/ This episode is made possible by AWS Energy. Enjoying the show? Leave me a review here Click here to take it one question survey and receive OGGN hardhat/laptop stickers Brought to you on the Oil and Gas Global Network, the largest and most listened-to podcast network for the oil and energy industry. More from OGGN …PodcastsLinkedIn GroupLinkedIn Company PageGet notified about industry events  
11/1/202251 minutes, 55 seconds
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There’s enough money out there for good ideas with Neal Dikeman, Ep066

In this episode, our host Joe Batir talks with Neal Dikeman, co-Founder of Energy Transition Ventures. They talk about the origin of the phrase energy transition, why there is no such thing as the funding valley of death, and a multitude of other topics. Neal’s book recommendations: The Prize by Daniel Yergin All books by Robert Heinlein All books by Louie L’Amour Neal’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dikeman Energy Transition Ventures: https://energytransitionventures.com/ https://lovethepodcast.com/ets  Click here to take it one question survey and receive OGGN hardhat/laptop stickers This episode is made possible by AWS Energy. Brought to you on the Oil and Gas Global Network, the largest and most listened-to podcast network for the oil and energy industry. More from OGGN …PodcastsLinkedIn GroupLinkedIn Company PageGet notified about industry events  
10/25/20221 hour, 12 minutes, 53 seconds
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Welcoming our new host and resident upstream expert, Elena Melchert, Ep065

In this episode, our host Joe Batir talks with Elena Melchert, new podcast host of Oil and Gas Upstream. They discuss Elena’s previous career in the government, how governmental policy impacts energy production, and how oil and gas upstream is embracing the energy transition. Elena’s book recommendations: The Bible Fossil Future by Alex Epstein Elena’s linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/elenamelchert/ Oil and Gas Upstream: https://oilandgasonshore.com/ https://lovethepodcast.com/ets This episode is made possible by AWS Energy. Brought to you on the Oil and Gas Global Network, the largest and most listened-to podcast network for the oil and energy industry. More from OGGN …PodcastsLinkedIn GroupLinkedIn Company PageGet notified about industry events  
10/18/202259 minutes, 17 seconds
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Being bullish on Hydrogen and Pipelines, with Laura Stadler of Frio Valley Infrastructure, Ep064

In this episode, our host Joe Batir talks with Laura Stadler, Chief Commercial Officer and Head of ESG for Frio Valley Infrastructure. They discuss the Hydrogen market, why Laura is so bullish on Hydrogen, and why Hydrogen needs Pipelines to be the best fuel it can be. Laura’s book recommendations: The Great Oildurado by Hildegarde Dolson How the Word Really Works by Vaclav Smill Laura’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ljktx/ Frio Valley Infrastructure: https://friovalley.com/ This episode is made possible by AWS Energy. Brought to you on the Oil and Gas Global Network, the largest and most listened-to podcast network for the oil and energy industry. More from OGGN …PodcastsLinkedIn GroupLinkedIn Company PageGet notified about industry events  
10/11/202242 minutes, 2 seconds
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How to make CCS profitable with Chris Davis of Milestone Carbon, Ep063

In this episode, our host Joe Batir talks with  Chris Davis, Senior Vice President of Milestone Carbon. They talk about CCS – where is it today, why it hasn’t taken off like it needs to, and what Milestone Carbon is doing to change that. Mike’s Book Recommendation: David and Goliath by Malcolm Gladwell Chris Davis Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chrisdavisccs/ Milestone Carbon: https://www.milestone-es.com/Solutions/Carbon-Capture-and-Sequestration/ This episode is made possible by AWS Energy. Brought to you on the Oil and Gas Global Network, the largest and most listened-to podcast network for the oil and energy industry. More from OGGN …PodcastsLinkedIn GroupLinkedIn Company PageGet notified about industry events  
10/4/202246 minutes, 58 seconds
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Institutional Scale Residential Solar with Greg Fasullo of Elevation, Ep062

In this episode, our host Joe Batir talks with Greg Fasullo, CEO of Elevation Home Energy Services. They discuss the growth of the residential solar market, how solar paired with energy management technology has a compounding impact, and how the real opportunity for exponential growth requires buy-in from institutional single family rental companies. Greg’s book recommendation: Good to Great by Jim Collins Traction by Gino Wickman Empathy in Action by Tony Bates and Dr. Natalie Petouhoff Greg’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/gregfasullo/ Elevation’s website: https://www.poweredbyelevation.com/ This episode is made possible by AWS Energy. Brought to you on the Oil and Gas Global Network, the largest and most listened-to podcast network for the oil and energy industry. More from OGGN …PodcastsLinkedIn GroupLinkedIn Company PageGet notified about industry events  
9/27/202248 minutes, 11 seconds
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How Houston will stay the Energy Capital of the World with Bobby Tudor, Ep061

In this episode, our host Joe Batir talks with Bobby Tudor, Chairman of the Houston Energy Transition Initiative and CEO of Artemis Energy Partners. They discuss the energy transition, what it means for Houston, and how Houston can position itself to continue as the energy capital of the world into a low carbon energy future. Bobby’s book recommendations: Energy and Civilization by Vaclav Smil How to Avoid a Climate Disaster by Bill Gates The Houston Energy Transition Initiative: https://www.houston.org/energy-transition This episode is made possible by AWS Energy. Brought to you on the Oil and Gas Global Network, the largest and most listened-to podcast network for the oil and energy industry. More from OGGN …PodcastsLinkedIn GroupLinkedIn Company PageGet notified about industry events  
9/20/202252 minutes, 7 seconds
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Talking about Communicating with Mike Casey of Tigercomm, Ep060

In this episode, our host Joe Batir talks communications with Mike Casey, President and Founder of Tigercomm. The discuss how and why Mike started Tigercomm, why the clean economy isn’t growing the way it needs to, and how Tigercomm is attempting to solve that. Mike’s book recommendation: The Tiger by John Vaillant Mike’s Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mikecaseytigercomm/ Tigercomm: https://www.tigercomm.us/home Tigercomm’s recent opt-ed: https://www.renewableenergyworld.com/solar/how-clean-energy-can-prevent-the-next-manchin-like-holdout/ This episode is made possible by AWS Energy. Brought to you on the Oil and Gas Global Network, the largest and most listened-to podcast network for the oil and energy industry. More from OGGN …PodcastsLinkedIn GroupLinkedIn Company PageGet notified about industry events  
9/13/202247 minutes, 54 seconds
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How to start the best geothermal news source with Alexander Richter of ThinkGeoEnergy, Ep059

In this episode, our host Joe Batir talks with Alex Richter, Founder of ThinkGeoEnergy and Head of Business Development at Innargi. They discuss how ThinkGeoEnergy was started as a side hobby out of the financial crisis of 2008, how news has changed since 2008, where geothermal energy is going especially in the current energy and societal turmoil, and where ThinkGeoEnergy is going to keep informing the public on geothermal energy. Alex’s book recommendations: Presentation Zen by Garr Reynolds The Art of Possibility by Benjamin Zander Alex’s Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lxrichter/ ThinkGeoEnergy: https://www.thinkgeoenergy.com/ Innargi: https://innargi.com/en/ This episode is made possible by AWS Energy. Brought to you on the Oil and Gas Global Network, the largest and most listened-to podcast network for the oil and energy industry. More from OGGN …PodcastsLinkedIn GroupLinkedIn Company PageGet notified about industry events  
9/6/202253 minutes, 49 seconds
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What Hydrogen needs to be the transportation fuel of the future with Rich Craig of the Compressed Gas Association, Ep058

In this episode, our host Joe Batir talks with Rich Craig, Vice President of Regulatory Affairs of the Compressed Gas Association. They discuss what the CGA is and take a deep dive into the Hydrogen ecosystem. They discuss why and how regulation and establishment of industry standards would advance and expedite the growth of the Hydrogen industry. Rich’s Book Recommendation: Apollo 13 by James Lovell and Jeffrey Kluger Rich Craig Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/richard-craig-a577536b/ Compressed Gas Association: https://www.cganet.com/ This episode is made possible by AWS Energy. Brought to you on the Oil and Gas Global Network, the largest and most listened-to podcast network for the oil and energy industry. More from OGGN …PodcastsLinkedIn GroupLinkedIn Company PageGet notified about industry events  
8/30/202246 minutes, 22 seconds
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Why maintenance management leads to better performance for all energy operations with Piper Wilder of 60Hertz, Ep057

In this episode, our host Joe Batir talks with Piper Wilder, Found and CEO of 60Hertz about their maintenance management software. They discuss what this software is, when this idea originated for microgrid management in Alaska, and how 60Hertz and their software improves performance, and where they expect maintenance management software to be as part of the distributed energy system of the future. Piper’s book recommendations: The Hard Thing About Hard Things by Ben Horowitz Arctic Dreams by Barry Lopez Hunt, Gather, Parent by Michaeleen Doucleff Piper Wilder: https://www.linkedin.com/in/piper-foster-wilder-323a3710/ 60Hertz Energy: https://60hertzenergy.com/ https://modalpoint.us3.list-manage.com/subscribe?u=f0857986812688964315c6dfe&id=8d0fbb2d3c This episode is made possible by AWS Energy. Brought to you on the Oil and Gas Global Network, the largest and most listened-to podcast network for the oil and energy industry. More from OGGN …PodcastsLinkedIn GroupLinkedIn Company PageGet notified about industry events  
8/23/20221 hour, 36 seconds
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A very special compost tea that will change the game for CCS with Dr. Ken Anderson and Dr. Scott Hamilton-Brehm of Thermaquatica, Ep056

In this episode, our host Joe Batir talks with Dr. Ken Anderson and Dr. Scott Hamilton-Brehm from Thermaquatica about Carbon Capture using a process called Oxidative Hydrothermal Dissolution (OHD). In this show, they discuss what OHD is, how this process can capture significant amounts of carbon, and how this can become a truly carbon negative technology. Scott’s Book Recommendations: 20,000 Leagues Under the Sea by Jules Verne The Andromeda Strain by Michael Crichton Ken’s Book Recommendation: Energy: A Human History by Richard Rhodes Press Release: https://news.siu.edu/2021/11/111021-SIU-students-among-23-teams-worldwide-to-get-XPRIZE-funds-to-keep-carbon-in-the-ground.php Thermaquatica’s website: https://thermaquatica.com/ Ken Anderson’s Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ken-anderson-580a7084/ Ken Anderson’s SIUC profile : https://academics.siu.edu/earth-systems-sustainability/geology/faculty/anderson-ken.php Scott Hamilton-Brehm’s linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sdbrehm/ Scott Hamilton-Brehm’s SIUC Profile: https://micro.siu.edu/faculty-staff/faculty/hamilton-brehm.php This episode is made possible by AWS Energy. Brought to you on the Oil and Gas Global Network, the largest and most listened-to podcast network for the oil and energy industry. More from OGGN …PodcastsLinkedIn GroupLinkedIn Company PageGet notified about industry events  
8/16/202257 minutes, 54 seconds
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Advanced Biofuels – the opportunity to change the future in a drastically subtle way with Michael McAdams of the Advanced Biofuels Association, Ep055

In this episode, our host Joe Batir talks with Michael McAdams, President of the Advanced Biofuels Association. They discussed what advanced biofuels are, how advanced biofuels are different from what most of us may think, and what these biofuels mean for energy and food security, and how simple the transition to advanced biofuels could be. Michael’s Book Recommendation: The New Map by Daniel Yergin Michael McAdams: https://www.linkedin.com/in/michael-mcadams-49983134/ Advanced Biofuels Association website: https://advancedbiofuelsassociation.com/ This episode is made possible by AWS Energy. Brought to you on the Oil and Gas Global Network, the largest and most listened-to podcast network for the oil and energy industry. More from OGGN …PodcastsLinkedIn GroupLinkedIn Company PageGet notified about industry events  
8/9/20221 hour, 1 minute, 4 seconds
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Talking All Things Nuclear Energy with John Kotek of the Nuclear Energy Institute, Ep054

In this episode, our host Joe Batir talks with John Kotek, Senior Vice President for Policy Development and Public Affairs at the Nuclear Energy Institute. They discuss what nuclear power is, what it isn’t, why and how it will play an important role in the energy transition, and where it is going in the next 20 years. John’s Book Recommendations: An Introduction to Constitutional Law: 100 Supreme Court Cases Everyone Should Know by Randy E. Barnett John Kotek Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/john-kotek-6350686/ Nuclear Energy Institute website: https://www.nei.org/home This episode is made possible by AWS Energy. Brought to you on the Oil and Gas Global Network, the largest and most listened-to podcast network for the oil and energy industry. More from OGGN …PodcastsLinkedIn GroupLinkedIn Company PageGet notified about industry events  
8/2/202243 minutes, 3 seconds
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What is the Carbon Market? with Nicole Sullivan of CarbonBetter Ep053

In this episode, our host Joe Batir talks with Nicole Sullivan, Director of Climate Services at CarbonBetter. They take a deep dive into the definition of the voluntary carbon market, generation of carbon credits, and why net zero may not be the best end goal for companies. Nicole’s book recommendation: A Sand County Almanac by Aldo Leopold Nicole Sullivan Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nicole-sullivan-34409273/ Carbon Better Website: https://carbonbetter.com/ This episode is made possible by AWS Energy. Brought to you on the Oil and Gas Global Network, the largest and most listened-to podcast network for the oil and energy industry. More from OGGN …PodcastsLinkedIn GroupLinkedIn Company PageGet notified about industry events  
7/26/202257 minutes, 18 seconds
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Data and Insights lead to better Wind Prospecting with Katja Akentieva of TGS Ep052

In this episode, our host Joe Batir talks with Katja Akentieva, Vice President of New Energy Solutions, Western Hemisphere of TGS. They discussed the work that TGS is known for, that being oil and gas data and data insights, and how that work has led TGS to the growing market of renewable energy data and data insights. They focus on discussing what it takes to really understand and develop a wind prospect model and think about where the wind market will be going in the near future. Katja’s book recommendations: Around the World in 80 Days by Jules Verne The New Map: Energy, Climate, and the Clash of Nations by Daniel Yergin Katja Akentieva linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/katja-akentieva-26392b2/ TGS website: https://www.tgs.com/ This episode is made possible by AWS Energy. Brought to you on the Oil and Gas Global Network, the largest and most listened-to podcast network for the oil and energy industry. More from OGGN …PodcastsLinkedIn GroupLinkedIn Company PageGet notified about industry events  
7/19/20221 hour, 5 minutes, 52 seconds
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Can I ask you a question? Q&A with Joe Batir, ep 51

In this episode, our host Joe Batir answers questions from the internet! Pulled from friends, family, and social media, Joe answers those questions that people wanted to ask, but never knew who to ask. National Renewable Energy Lab wind maps: https://www.nrel.gov/gis/wind.html  Nature article “Hydrogen technology is unlikely to play a major role in sustainable road transport” (behind a pay wall): https://www.nature.com/articles/s41928-021-00706-6 Episode 30 with Paul Rodden of the Hydrogen Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/talking-hydrogen-rainbows-trash-transportation-and/id1580441929?i=1000551047080 Episode 19 with Assaad Mohanna of NOV: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/what-are-you-good-at-what-do-you-want-to-do-and-will/id1580441929?i=1000544114498 Episode 7 with Cory Macon of Endress+Hauser: https://podcasts.apple.com/co/podcast/is-the-energy-transition-binary-cory-marcon-of/id1580441929?i=1000535178182  Geothermal Rising Conference 2022: https://geothermal.org/events/2022-geothermal-rising-conference-grc This episode is made possible by AWS Energy. Brought to you on the Oil and Gas Global Network, the largest and most listened-to podcast network for the oil and energy industry. More from OGGN …PodcastsLinkedIn GroupLinkedIn Company PageGet notified about industry events  
7/12/202236 minutes, 8 seconds
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Bringing Together Oil and Water – How to reach a low carbon future through uncommon relationships | Bill Shireman, President and Founder of Future 500. Ep050

In this episode, our host Joe Batir talks with Bill Shireman, President and Founder of Future 500. They discuss what Future 500 has been doing the past 25 years – bringing together opposing companies to build relationships and find common ground to move toward a shared goal. Through several examples, Bill explains how this occurred in the past, and how this has changed recently, and how we can all progress to a more prosperous, better connected, low carbon future. Bill’s Book Recommendations: Democracy in America by Alexis de Tocqueville In This Together by Trammell Crow and Bill Shireman Bill Shireman’s Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/bill-shireman-117571/ Future 500: https://www.future500.org/ This episode is made possible by AWS Energy. Brought to you on the Oil and Gas Global Network, the largest and most listened-to podcast network for the oil and energy industry. More from OGGN …PodcastsLinkedIn GroupLinkedIn Company PageGet notified about industry events  
7/5/202259 minutes, 8 seconds
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The Wild Market of Carbon Credits| Mike Matthews, Senior Vice President of Data Gumbo. Ep49

In this episode, our host Joe Batir talks with Mike Matthews, Senior Vice President of Data Gumbo. They cover the origin of the name Data Gumbo, the start of Data Gumbo, how smart contract enable trustworthy transactions and accounting, what Carbon Credits are, and how smart contracts are a necessary part of what could be a significant new market, that being Carbon Credits. Mike’s Book Recommendations: Alexander Hamilton by Ron Chernow Securing climate benefit: a guide to using carbon offsets by Stockholm Environment Institute & Greenhouse Gas Management Institute Mike Matthew’s Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/michaelfmatthews/ Data Gumbo: https://www.datagumbo.com/ Carbon Offset Guide link: https://www.offsetguide.org/ This episode is made possible by AWS Energy. Brought to you on the Oil and Gas Global Network, the largest and most listened-to podcast network for the oil and energy industry. More from OGGN …PodcastsLinkedIn GroupLinkedIn Company PageGet notified about industry events  
6/28/20221 hour, 45 seconds
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What is Post-Industrial and what this means for business, the environment, and the future of energy | Frode Odegard of the Post-Industrial Institute. Ep048

In this episode, our host Joe Batir talks with Frode Odegard, founder and CEO of the Post-Industrial Institute. They discuss what Post-Industrial is and how the new business landscape requires new management strategies and new thinking. They also talk through what this means as companies, energy assets, and manufacturing become more decentralized. Frode’s book recommendations: Atlas Shrugged by Ayn Rand The Golden Oecumene by John C Wright Frode Odegard’s Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/odegard/ The Post-Industrial Institue: https://post-industrial.institute/ The Post-Industrial Forum: https://post-industrial.institute/forum/ This episode is made possible by AWS Energy. Brought to you on the Oil and Gas Global Network, the largest and most listened-to podcast network for the oil and energy industry. More from OGGN …PodcastsLinkedIn GroupLinkedIn Company PageGet notified about industry events  
6/21/20221 hour, 25 minutes, 6 seconds
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Lithium Mining in Mongolia and why a holistic approach to mining is better for the world with Ali Haji of Ion Energy Ltd. Ep047

In this episode, our host Joe Batir talks with Ali Haji, CEO and Director of Ion Energy Ltd. They discuss Ion Energy’s Lithium exploration efforts in Mongolia and discuss Ion Energy’s holistic approach to the resource extraction business. Ion Energy’s approach means local improvement of life through hiring local talent for resource extraction and global responsible stewardship of resources by finding opportunities to reduce environmental impact throughout the Lithium extraction process. We can use Ion Energy as an example of how to approach future mining opportunities in a way that is better for the local community, and better for the world. Ali’s book recommendation: The Big Score: Robert Friedland, INCO, And The Voisey’s Bay Hustle by Jacquie McNish Ali Haji’s linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/alihaji/ Ion Energy’s website: https://www.ionenergy.ca/ This episode is made possible by AWS Energy. Brought to you on the Oil and Gas Global Network, the largest and most listened-to podcast network for the oil and energy industry. More from OGGN …PodcastsLinkedIn GroupLinkedIn Company PageGet notified about industry events  
6/14/202245 minutes, 25 seconds
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Impact Investing – Good for business, good for people, good for the environment with Alex Rozenfeld of Climate Impact Capital. Ep046

In this episode, our host Joe Batir talks with Alex Rozenfeld, founder and managing director of Climate Impact Capital. In this conversation they discuss what impact investing is and why CIC is impact investing. Other topics discussed include Alaska, geothermal, optimism versus pessimism about climate change, and the power of stories. Alex’s book recommendation: Ministry for the Future by Kim Stanley Robinson Alexandar Rozenfeld: https://www.linkedin.com/in/alexrozenfeld/ Climate Impact Capital: https://climateimpactcapital.com/ This episode is made possible by AWS Energy. Brought to you on the Oil and Gas Global Network, the largest and most listened-to podcast network for the oil and energy industry. More from OGGN …PodcastsLinkedIn GroupLinkedIn Company PageGet notified about industry events  
6/7/202245 minutes, 25 seconds
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Drilling Optimization – better for business and better for the environment with Anil Godumagadda of Patterson-UTI Ep045

In this episode, our host Joe Batir talks with Anil Godumagadda, Director of Drilling Optimization at Patterson-UTI. They discuss what it means to optimize drilling, how this is done at different stages of drilling, and how this makes drilling greener. Anil’s book recommendation: Delivering Happiness by Tony Hsieh Anil Godumaggadda’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/anilgreddy/ Patterson-UTI: https://patenergy.com/home/default.aspx This episode is made possible by AWS Energy. Brought to you on the Oil and Gas Global Network, the largest and most listened-to podcast network for the oil and energy industry. More from OGGN …PodcastsLinkedIn GroupLinkedIn Company PageGet notified about industry events  
5/31/202226 minutes, 52 seconds
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Enabling new solution development through cloud enabled low coding – Peter Black of EnergySys Ep 044

In this episode, our host Joe Batir talks with Peter Black, President and Managing Director of EnergySys. EnergySys is a low code software development platform that is cloud native, hosted on AWS. Here, Joe and Peter discuss what low code means, why it is important for this platform to be cloud native, and how EnergySys is enabling faster solution development for the energy industry. Peter’s Book recommendation: Blue Ocean Strategy by Renée Mauborgne and W. Chan Kim Peter Black’s Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/petersblack/ EnergySys: https://www.energysys.com/ Brought to you on the Oil and Gas Global Network, the largest and most listened-to podcast network for the oil and energy industry. More from OGGN …PodcastsLinkedIn GroupLinkedIn Company PageGet notified about industry events  
5/24/202235 minutes, 55 seconds
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What do digital, ESG, and additive manufacturing have in common? The Baker Hughes Innovation Center with Rob Klenner. Ep 043

In this episode, our host Joe Batir talks with Rob Klenner, Senior Energy Transition and Strategy Leader at Baker Hughes. Joe and Rob discuss the multiple facets of the Baker Hughes Innovation Center including, but not limited to “digital”, additive manufacturing, ESG, edge computing, and more. Rob’s Book Recommendation: Cloud Cuckoo Land by Anthony Doerr Rob Klenner Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rob-klenner/ Baker Hughes: https://www.bakerhughes.com/ Brought to you on the Oil and Gas Global Network, the largest and most listened-to podcast network for the oil and energy industry. More from OGGN …PodcastsLinkedIn GroupLinkedIn Company PageGet notified about industry events  
5/17/202249 minutes, 11 seconds
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Happy Earth Day! Joe’s recap of Earthx2022 and how to make next year even better. Ep 042

In this episode, our host Joe Batir gives a recap of his experience at Earthx2022 – the largest Earth Day gathering in the world. Topics he discusses include who was at Earthx, who wasn’t at Earthx and why that matters. The Earthx Book Recommendation: In This Together by Trammell Crow and Bill Shireman Earthx website: https://earthx.org/ This episode is made possible by AWS Energy. Brought to you on the Oil and Gas Global Network, the largest and most listened-to podcast network for the oil and energy industry. More from OGGN …PodcastsLinkedIn GroupLinkedIn Company PageGet notified about industry events  
5/3/202228 minutes, 54 seconds
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Golden Hydrogen, underground factories, and Carbon negative products with Moji Karimi, CEO and Co-Founder of Cemvita Factory, ep 41

In this episode, our host Joe Batir talks with Moji Karimi from Cemvita Factory. These two walk through the story of how Cemvita was founded as a result of DNA sequencing meeting the oil and gas industry. From the Cemvita origin story, Joe and Moji discuss how Cemvita is developing gold Hydrogen and underground chemical factories, which will lead to carbon negative production of refined chemicals. Moji’s Book Recommendation: Zero to 1 by Peter Thiel Moji Karimi linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mojikarimi/ Cemvita Factory: https://www.cemvitafactory.com/ This episode is made possible by AWS Energy. Brought to you on the Oil and Gas Global Network, the largest and most listened-to podcast network for the oil and energy industry. More from OGGN …PodcastsLinkedIn GroupLinkedIn Company PageGet notified about industry events  
4/26/20221 hour, 10 minutes, 14 seconds
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Reshaping the Duck Curve with Andy Bennett, CEO of mPrest, EP 040

In this episode, our host Joe Batir talks with Andy Bennett, CEO of mPrest. They discussed distributed energy resources (DERs) and why utilities need a management system (DERMS) for these resources. Through the conversation, Andy shares how mPrest went from defense contractor to developing a DERMS and the necessity of DERMS for future US energy grid reliability and resiliency. mPrest website: https://mprest.com/ Andy Bennett linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/andy-bennett-6637174/ This episode is made possible by AWS Energy. Brought to you on the Oil and Gas Global Network, the largest and most listened-to podcast network for the oil and energy industry. More from OGGN …PodcastsLinkedIn GroupLinkedIn Company PageGet notified about industry events  
4/19/202249 minutes, 18 seconds
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Residential Solar 101: Why we should all consider rooftop solar with John Berger of Sunnova Energy Corporation, ep 39

Welcome to the Energy Transition Solutions podcast — brought to you on the Oil and Gas Global Network. This episode is made possible by AWS Energy. In this episode, our host Joe Batir talks with John Berger, CEO and Founder of Sunnova Energy Corporation. They discuss the residential solar market, the new innovations in energy density and efficiency of photovoltaic modules, and where the residential solar market is going as part of the energy transition. More from OGGN … Podcasts LinkedIn Group LinkedIn Company Page Get notified about industry events
4/12/20221 hour, 8 minutes, 2 seconds
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The complexities of gas trading, the magic number for startups, and how to build a successful company in energy — with Kirk Coburn, CEO of Eleox, ep 38

Welcome to the Energy Transition Solutions podcast — brought to you on the Oil and Gas Global Network by AWS Energy. In this episode our host Joe Batir talks with Kirk Coburn from Eleox. They discuss the traditional way natural gas was traded, why it needs to be updated, and how that led to Eleox. From there they discuss what Kirk thinks is a magic number for startups, how to start a successful startup, and why geothermal is so tough. Kirk Coburn’s books recommendation: 48 Days to the Work you Love by Dan Miller Kirk Coburn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kirkcoburn/ Eleox: https://www.eleox.com/ Learn more about AWS Energy here. More from OGGN … Podcasts LinkedIn Group LinkedIn Company Page Get notified about industry events
4/5/202249 minutes, 13 seconds
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Achieving the Colombia Energy Goals – offshore wind, electrification, and more with Minister of Mines and Energy, Diego Mesa, ep 37

Welcome to the Energy Transition Solutions podcast — brought to you on the Oil and Gas Global Network by AWS Energy. This week our host Joe Batir talks with Minister of Mines and Energy for Colombia, Diego Mesa. They discuss what the minister does, his success in completing all primary objectives during his term, and what is next for offshore wind energy in Colombia. Minister Diego Mesa’s book recommendation: The New Map by Daniel Yergin Minister Diego Mesa’s Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/diegomesa/ Offshore Wind Announcement: https://energy-analytics-institute.org/2022/03/08/colombia-launches-offshore-wind-energy-roadmap-announces-first-project/ Learn more about AWS Energy here. More from OGGN … Podcasts LinkedIn Group LinkedIn Company Page Get notified about industry events
3/29/202249 minutes, 4 seconds
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Accelerating the Energy Transition with Hassane Kassouf of AWS Energy, ep 36

Welcome to the Energy Transition Solutions podcast — brought to you on the Oil and Gas Global Network by AWS Energy. This week our host Joe Batir talks with Hassane Kassouf, Head of Energy Innovation Programs at Amazon Web Services (AWS), about the Clean Energy Accelerator 2.0. As we see the world wanting to move more towards clean energy, the challenges in clean energy implementation become apparent. These challenges are best solved through collaboration, but often times start-ups only have a limited network of mentors and resources to overcome their respective challenges. Big energy organizations can also learn from startups and entrepreneurs how to integrate a startup innovation strategy. This is why AWS Energy started the clean energy accelerator, to facilitate and expedite solution development in the clean energy start-up space. On this episode, Joe and Hassane talk about the AWS culture of innovation, why AWS started the clean energy accelerator, what is different in the accelerator 2.0, and how companies can get involved. If you’re interested in applying for the accelerator program, the deadline is April 4th, 2022. Hassane’s book recommendations: Rebel Talent by Francesca Gino Lead and Disrupt by Charles A. O’Reilly III and Michael L. Tushman Hassane’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/hassane-kassouf/ More information on the AWS Clean Energy Accelerator 2.0: https://aws.amazon.com/blogs/industries/reinventing-energy-with-the-aws-clean-energy-accelerator-2-0/ AWS Energy Accelerator 2.0 Application Page: https://cleanenergy.beta-i.com/ Learn more about AWS Energy here. More from OGGN … Podcasts LinkedIn Group LinkedIn Company Page Get notified about industry events
3/22/202242 minutes, 47 seconds
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Computing as a better battery – with John Belizaire, CEO of Soluna Computing, ep 35

Welcome to the Energy Transition Solutions podcast — brought to you on the Oil and Gas Global Network by AWS Energy. This week our host Joe Batir talks with John Belizaire, CEO of Soluna Computing. Joe and John discuss Soluna Computing’s modular data centers and how they are paired with renewable energy to utilize wasted energy through batchable computing. Topics covered include the infinite need for computing power, how computing can be combined with renewable power generation to increase renewable energy penetration into the grid, and a quick crypto mining 101 primer. John’s book recommendations: Greenlights by Matthew McConaughey On Intelligence by Jeff Hawkins You can find John’s entire 2021 booklist >> HERE.  Additional links from the show that were discussed can be found here: (1) Bitcoin Primer — all about the Magic Machine is HERE. (2) Episode with Dr. Andrew Chien on grid resiliency and renewable grid penetration can be found HERE. It’s episode 26. Learn more about AWS Energy here. More from OGGN … Podcasts LinkedIn Group LinkedIn Company Page Get notified about industry events
3/15/20221 hour, 8 minutes, 21 seconds
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Women in Geothermal with Amelia Letvin and Ann Robertson-Tait, ep 34

Welcome to the Energy Transition Solutions podcast — brought to you on the Oil and Gas Global Network by AWS Energy. This week our host Joe Batir talks with Amelia Letvin and Ann Robertson-Tait from the professional organization Women in Geothermal – WING. They discuss the geothermal industry and how it has changed in the past 30+ years with respect to women and equality. Topics covered include the training programs developed by WING, the benefits of having a diverse staff, and the future of geothermal energy. Amelia’s book recommendation: The Giving Tree by Shel Silverstein Ann’s book recommendation(s): Invisible Women: Data Bias in a World Designed for Men by Caroline Criado-Perez, and all books by John le Carre Amelia’s Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/amelialetvin/ Ann’s Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ann-robertson-tait-32758b21/ WING website: https://womeningeothermal.org/   Learn more about AWS Energy here. More from OGGN … Podcasts LinkedIn Group LinkedIn Company Page Get notified about industry events
3/7/20221 hour, 7 minutes, 15 seconds
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It’s all about carbon capture with UT’s Dr. Gary Rochelle and Honeywell’s Ben Owens, ep 33

Welcome to the Energy Transition Solutions podcast — brought to you on the Oil and Gas Global Network by AWS Energy. This week our host Joe Batir talks with Dr. Gary Rochelle, Chemical Engineering Professor at University of Texas at Austin, and Ben Owens, Vice President and General Manager of Honeywell Sustainable Technology Solutions. The three of them discuss Carbon capture, different types of Carbon capture technology, and the long history of Honeywell in the Carbon space. Dr. Gary Rochelle’s Book Recommendation: His Past Students’ dissertations, specifically: Fine, Nathan A. Nitrosamine Management in Aqueous Amines for Post-Combustion Carbon Capture. Ph.D. Dissertation 2015. Gao, Tianyu.  Absorber Modeling and Design in Amine Scrubbing for Carbon Capture.  Ph.D. Dissertation. 2021. Ben Owens’ Book Recommendation: Steel my Soliders’ Hearts by David Hackworth Dr. Gary Rochelle’s Research Page: https://rochelle.che.utexas.edu/  Ben Owen’s Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/benjamin-owens-642906ab/   UOP is a technology licensor provider and not a manufacturer of the products and topics discussed. All GHG and carbon emissions reduction numbers and equivalencies are based on aggregated data provided by customers from their facilities, lab, and/or pilot plant testing. Honeywell specific GHG reduction is based on Scope 1 and Scope 2 reductions from Honeywell owned facilities and operations. The statements and claims made in the podcast are based on information known at the time which may change from time to time as additional information becomes known or develops. Learn more about AWS Energy here. More from OGGN … Podcasts LinkedIn Group LinkedIn Company Page Get notified about industry events
2/28/202248 minutes, 28 seconds
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Offshore CCS in the Gulf of Mexico with Ash Shepherd of Talos Energy, ep 31

Welcome to the Energy Transition Solutions podcast — brought to you on the Oil and Gas Global Network by AWS Energy. This week our host Joe Batir talks with Ash Shepherd, Director of Business Development – Carbon Capture Utilization and Storage, at Talos Energy. The talk about the CCS project Talos is leading in the Gulf of Mexico, why Talos is entering CCS, and what this could mean for the Gulf of Mexico, offshore hydrocarbon production, and the future of the energy industry. Ash’s book recommendation: Atlas Shrugged by Ayn Rand Ash Shepherd’s Linkedin page: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ash-shepherd/ Talos Energy website: https://www.talosenergy.com/home/default.aspx Learn more about AWS Energy here. More from OGGN … Podcasts LinkedIn Group LinkedIn Company Page Get notified about industry events
2/21/202259 minutes, 14 seconds
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Talking Hydrogen – Rainbows, Trash, Transportation and everything in Between with Paul Rodden of the Hydrogen Podcast, ep 30

Welcome to the Energy Transition Solutions podcast — brought to you on the Oil and Gas Global Network by AWS Energy. This week our host Joe Batir gets a quick crash course on Hydrogen from the Hydrogen Podcast’s host Paul Rodden. They cover the Hydrogen rainbow, unique feedstocks for Hydrogen, the market size, different exciting technologies, and more importantly, how Hydrogen can and will be a major component to the future of energy.  Paul’s Book Recommendation:   The Innovator’s Dilemma by Clayton Christensen Learn more about AWS Energy here. Paul Rodden’s linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/paul-rodden-mba-gisp-4a450934/   The Hydrogen Podcast: https://thehydrogenpodcast.com/   More from OGGN … Podcasts LinkedIn Group LinkedIn Company Page Get notified about industry events
2/14/20221 hour, 2 minutes, 38 seconds
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Why I’m bullish on the Energy Transition, ep 29

Welcome to the Energy Transition Solutions podcast — brought to you on the Oil and Gas Global Network by AWS Energy. This week our host Joe Batir talks to himself about why he thinks renewable energy is the future, despite the current hurdles. He gets real talking about energy price outlooks and poses the question, are we willing to pay more for electricity and what does that future look like.  EIA report on future outlooks of Levelized Cost of Electricity  Learn more about AWS Energy here. More from OGGN … Podcasts LinkedIn Group LinkedIn Company Page Get notified about industry events
2/7/202238 minutes, 10 seconds
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Maps make work faster with Sean Huang and Vincent Lam of Matidor.com, ep 28

Welcome to the Energy Transition Solutions podcast — brought to you on the Oil and Gas Global Network by AWS Energy. In this episode Joe Batir talks with Sean Huang, Head of Business Development, and Vincent Lam, CEO, Co-Founders of Matidor.com about map-based project management. We discuss project management, the inefficiencies of the current system, and why managing projects through a map-based interface makes work easier and faster. We dive a bit into the unknown and discuss the future of gig-economy style working, through a map-based platform.  Book Recommendations: Sean: INKED: by Jeb Blount, and all books by Jeb Blount Vincent: Hooked by Nir Eyal  Sean Huang’s Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sean-huang/  Vincent Lam’s Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lamvincent/   Matidor.com: https://matidor.com/   Learn more about AWS Energy here. More Oil and Gas Global Network PodcastsOGGN.com OGGN Street TeamLinkedIn Group OGGN on SocialLinkedIn Group | LinkedIn Company Page | Facebook OGGN EventsGet notified each month Joe BatirLinkedIn
1/31/20221 hour, 8 minutes, 40 seconds
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Re-powering Hydro – A Win-Win green energy investment opportunity with Mark Rossano of C6 Capital Holdings, ep 27

Welcome to the Energy Transition Solutions podcast — brought to you on the Oil and Gas Global Network by AWS Energy. In this episode our Joe Batir talks with Mark Rossano, Founder and CEO of C6 Capital Holdings LLC, about their recent purchases of hydroelectric power plants. They discuss why this is a good investment opportunity while also being good for the environment, how you go about finding these non-traditional investments, and what the future of hydroelectric power will be as part of the energy transition.    Marks book recommendations:  Man’s Search for Meaning by Viktor Frankl  Prisoners of Geography by Tim Marshall  Learn more about AWS Energy here. More Oil and Gas Global Network PodcastsOGGN.com OGGN Street TeamLinkedIn Group OGGN on SocialLinkedIn Group | LinkedIn Company Page | Facebook OGGN EventsGet notified each month Joe BatirLinkedIn
1/24/20221 hour, 14 minutes, 46 seconds
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Concentrated Solar Power with Hyperlight CEO John King, ep. 26

Welcome to the Energy Transition Solutions podcast — brought to you on the Oil and Gas Global Network by AWS Energy. In this episode our Joe Batir talks with John King, CEO of Hyperlight Energy about Concentrated Solar Power and the new Hyperlight product, Hylux. They discuss the 10-year process of making the Hylux, how Hyperlight went from algal biofuels to Concentrated Solar Power, and the role of subsidies in energy innovation and mainstream development. John’s book recommendation: Mindset by Carol S. Dweck Learn more about AWS Energy here. More Oil and Gas Global Network PodcastsOGGN.com OGGN Street TeamLinkedIn Group OGGN on SocialLinkedIn Group | LinkedIn Company Page | Facebook OGGN EventsGet notified each month Joe BatirLinkedIn
1/17/20221 hour, 16 minutes, 23 seconds
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The future of geothermal keeps getting deeper and hotter! – SuperHot Rock with AltaRock Energy and Baker Hughes, ep 25

Welcome to the Energy Transition Solutions podcast — brought to you on the Oil and Gas Global Network by AWS Energy. In this episode our host Joe Batir talks with Matt Uddenberg of AltaRock Energy and Dr. Ghazal Izadi of Baker Hughes about SuperHot rock geothermal energy production. Topics covered include: what is superhot rock, why is there is this new category of geothermal energy, and what it will take to turn superhot rock into electrons.  Matt and Ghazal’s book recommendations: Geomechanics by Mark Zoback Geothermal Power Plants by Ron DiPippio Geothermal Reservoir Engineering by Malcolm Alister Grant and Paul F. Bixley  Matt Uddenberg’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/matt-uddenberg-pg-39a4158b/ Dr. Ghazal Izadi’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ghazal-izadi-ph-d-008a4a32/  Baker Hughes: https://www.bakerhughes.com/  AltaRock Energy: http://altarockenergy.com/  SuperHot Rock Press Release: https://www.bloomberg.com/press-releases/2021-09-23/altarock-energy-initiates-development-of-first-superhot-rock-geothermal-resource   Learn more about AWS Energy here. More Oil and Gas Global Network PodcastsOGGN.com OGGN Street TeamLinkedIn Group OGGN on SocialLinkedIn Group | LinkedIn Company Page | Facebook OGGN EventsGet notified each month Joe BatirLinkedIn
1/10/20221 hour, 12 minutes, 41 seconds
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The Future of Lithium mining with Lithium Americas’ Tom Benson and Rene LeBlanc, ep 24

Welcome to the Energy Transition Solutions podcast — brought to you on the Oil and Gas Global Network by AWS Energy. This week Joe talks with … In this episode our host Joe Batir discusses Lithium mining with Dr. Tom Benson and Dr. Rene LeBlanc of Lithium Americas Corporation. They discuss types of Lithium deposits and use the Thacker Pass deposit as an example of how to plan and execute minimum impact mining.  Tom and Rene’s book recommendations:  1) Team of Teams by General Stanley McChrystal  2) Principles of Igneous and Metamorphic Petrology by Anthony R. Philpotts and Jay J. Ague  Tom’s Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/thomasrbenson/  Rene’s Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rene-leblanc-19173311/   Lithium Americas: https://www.lithiumamericas.com/   Learn more about AWS Energy here. More Oil and Gas Global Network PodcastsOGGN.com OGGN Street TeamLinkedIn Group OGGN on SocialLinkedIn Group | LinkedIn Company Page | Facebook OGGN EventsGet notified each month Joe BatirLinkedIn
1/3/20221 hour, 5 minutes, 54 seconds
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Challenges and Opportunities from the Energy Transition, ep 23

Welcome to the Energy Transition Solutions podcast — brought to you on the Oil and Gas Global Network by AWS Energy. In this episode our Joe Batir talks with Harpreet Gulati, Senior Vice President of Planning & Operations Business Unit for AVEVA, and Arno Van Den Haak, Head of Worldwide Business Development, Energy for AWS Energy, about the challenges and opportunities from the Energy Transition. We live in an increasingly globalized and interconnected society. The pandemic has disrupted supply chains and business models but also increased the urgency of transitioning from traditional sources of energy. The path to NetZero, however, is going to be complex and will require fundamental changes to business models and unprecedented innovation. In this podcast with AVEVA and AWS Energy, we discuss the energy industry, the challenges we see today to energy production, and how is AVEVA is helping prepare the foundation for the innovation that is required for the Energy Transition. We will highlight opportunities using several case studies and discuss more broadly where the energy industry is going following the energy transition moving into a more sustainable future Harpreet and Arno’s book recommendations: 7 Habits of Highly Successful People by Stephen R. Covey 10 Lessons for a Post-Pandemic World by Fareed Zakaria The Hydrogen Revolution by Marco Alvera More Oil and Gas Global Network PodcastsOGGN.com OGGN Street TeamLinkedIn Group OGGN on SocialLinkedIn Group | LinkedIn Company Page | Facebook OGGN EventsGet notified each month Joe BatirLinkedIn
12/27/202156 minutes, 30 seconds
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The OGGN 2021 Holiday Special, ep 22

Welcome to the Energy Transition Solutions podcast — brought to you on the Oil and Gas Global Network by AWS Energy. This week the OGGN crew teams up to bring you a special holiday episode — complete with good wishes, corny jokes … and a song (sort of).   Learn more about AWS Energy here. More Oil and Gas Global Network PodcastsOGGN.com OGGN Street TeamLinkedIn Group OGGN on SocialLinkedIn Group | LinkedIn Company Page | Facebook OGGN EventsGet notified each month Joe BatirLinkedIn
12/20/202110 minutes, 40 seconds
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The Energy Transition through the eyes of a petroleum engineer, ep 20

Welcome to the Energy Transition Solutions podcast — brought to you on the Oil and Gas Global Network by AWS Energy. In this episode our host Joe Batir talks with Dwayne Purvis, P.E., about his career as a Petroleum/Reservoir Engineer, how it has changed over the past 20 years, and how he looks at the Energy Transition.  Dwayne Purvis Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dpurvispe/ Dwayne Purvis, P.E., website: http://www.dpurvispe.com/   Learn more about AWS Energy here. More Oil and Gas Global Network PodcastsOGGN.com OGGN Street TeamLinkedIn Group OGGN on SocialLinkedIn Group | LinkedIn Company Page | Facebook OGGN EventsGet notified each month Joe BatirLinkedIn
12/13/202152 minutes, 55 seconds
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What are you good at, what do you want to do, and will it make money? – Assaad Mohanna of NOV, ep 19

Welcome to the Energy Transition Solutions podcast — brought to you on the Oil and Gas Global Network by AWS Energy. In this episode our host Joe Batir talks with Assaad Mohanna from NOV about how NOV is approaching the energy transition. They discuss what NOV is doing in low carbon energy, how NOV navigated the shale boom which prepared them for the energy transition, and how individuals and companies should evaluate their own energy transition journey.    Assaad’s book recommendations: The New Map by Daniel Yergin Humble Inquiry by Edgar Schein Listening: The Forgotten Skill by Madelyn Burley-Allen  Assaad Mohanna: https://www.linkedin.com/in/assaadmohanna/  NOV: https://www.nov.com/    Learn more about AWS Energy – https://aws.amazon.com/energy/ More Oil and Gas Global Network PodcastsOGGN.com – https://oggn.com/podcasts OGGN Street TeamLinkedIn Group – https://www.linkedin.com/groups/12458373/ OGGN on SocialLinkedIn Group | LinkedIn Company Page | Facebook OGGN EventsGet notified each month Joe BatirLinkedIn
12/6/202157 minutes, 57 seconds
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The 4th Energy Transition? – ep 18

Welcome to the Energy Transition Solutions podcast — brought to you on the Oil and Gas Global Network by AWS Energy. In this episode our host Joe Batir talks with Fernando Hernandez, Business Ambassador to Scotland, about the 4th energy transition. We discuss what this energy transition is, how it is different, and have a nuanced conversation around how to approach it in an effective and safe way. Fernando’s LinkedIn – https://www.linkedin.com/in/f-c-h/ Learn more about AWS Energy – https://aws.amazon.com/energy/ More Oil and Gas Global Network PodcastsOGGN.com – https://oggn.com/podcasts OGGN Street TeamLinkedIn Group – https://www.linkedin.com/groups/12458373/ OGGN on SocialLinkedIn Group | LinkedIn Company Page | Facebook OGGN EventsGet notified each month Joe BatirLinkedIn
11/29/20211 hour, 2 minutes, 20 seconds
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How to think about energy and land use for the next seven generations – Chief Gale and John Ebell, Tu Deh-Kah Geothermal, ep 17

Welcome to the Energy Transition Solutions podcast — brought to you on the Oil and Gas Global Network by AWS Energy. In this episode our host, Joe Batir, talks with Chief Sharleen Gale of the Fort Nelson First Nation and John Ebell of the Barkley Project Group to discuss the Tu Deh-Kah Geothermal Project. They discuss the indigenous communities’ mindset for land use as stewards for the next seven generations and how this view is driving the Fort Nelson First Nation to pursue the Tu Deh-Kah geothermal project. Chief Gale’s book recommendation: An Army of Problem Solvers by Shaun Loney and Will Braun John Ebell’s book recommendation: Beyond the Trees: A Journey Alone Across Canada’s Arctic by Adam Shoalts Chief Sharleen Gale: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sharleen-gale-611a10208/ John Ebell: https://barkley.ca/geothermal-canada-john-ebells-new-appointment/john-ebell-director/ Tu Deh-Kah Geothermal: https://tudehkah.com/ Learn more about AWS Energy – https://aws.amazon.com/energy/ More Oil and Gas Global Network PodcastsOGGN.com – https://oggn.com/podcasts OGGN Street TeamLinkedIn Group – https://www.linkedin.com/groups/12458373/ OGGN on SocialLinkedIn Group | LinkedIn Company Page | Facebook OGGN EventsGet notified each month Joe BatirLinkedIn
11/22/20211 hour, 20 minutes, 29 seconds
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Mixing to separate and filter with Dr. Mahesh Konduru, ep 16

Welcome to the Energy Transition Solutions podcast — brought to you on the Oil and Gas Global Network by AWS Energy. This week Joe talks with Dr. Mahesh Konduru from ProSep about mixing and filtering technologies. They discuss the importance of proper mixing for the upstream separation process as well as water filtration as part of the environmental footprint of hydrocarbon production. Finally, they discuss how ProSep is reducing the carbon footprint of both the mixing and the water filtration steps of upstream hydrocarbon separation.  Mahesh’s book recommendation: The Fountainhead, by Ayn Rand  Dr. Mahesh Konduru – https://www.linkedin.com/in/kondum/  ProSep – https://www.prosep.com/  Learn more about AWS Energy – https://aws.amazon.com/energy/ More Oil and Gas Global Network Podcasts OGGN.com – https://oggn.com/podcasts OGGN Street Team LinkedIn Group – https://www.linkedin.com/groups/12458373/ OGGN on Social LinkedIn Group | LinkedIn Company Page | Facebook OGGN Events Get notified each month Joe Batir LinkedIn
11/15/20211 hour, 2 minutes, 20 seconds
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Carbon Sequestration = Science + Time – Greg Maidment of Carbon Management Canada, ep 15

Welcome to the Energy Transition Solutions podcast — brought to you on the Oil and Gas Global Network by AWS Energy. In this episode, our host Joe Batir talks with Greg Maidment from Carbon Management Canada about CCUS. They discuss the science behind Carbon sequestration, the importance of time scale, and the role of CCUS in the current and future energy market.  Greg’s book recommendation(s): The Runner by Cynthia Voigt Ender’s Game by Orson Scott Card  Greg Maidment: https://www.linkedin.com/in/gregory-maidment-85108b47/  Carbon Management Canada: https://cmcghg.com/  Learn more about AWS Energy – https://aws.amazon.com/energy/ More Oil and Gas Global Network Podcasts OGGN.com – https://oggn.com/podcasts OGGN Street Team LinkedIn Group – https://www.linkedin.com/groups/12458373/ OGGN on Social LinkedIn Group | LinkedIn Company Page | Facebook OGGN Events Get notified each month Joe Batir LinkedIn
11/8/20211 hour, 11 minutes, 10 seconds
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Smaller, Hotter, more Efficient – XRG Technologies, ep 14

Welcome to the Energy Transition Solutions podcast — brought to you on the Oil and Gas Global Network by AWS Energy. This week Joe talks with Bailey Hendrix, Matt Martin, and Erwin Platvoet from XRG Technologies. They breakdown the first, and arguably the most important step of the refining process, the fired heaters warming feedstock. They explain the process, why most heaters are inherently inefficient, and how they go about improving efficiencies for these existing burners through CFD modeling. We end on discussion of their new technology, Xceed, which is meant to improve efficiency and lower carbon and GHG emissions from both new and old fired heaters. Book Recommendation:  A Short History of Nearly Everything, by Bill Bryson Learn more about AWS Energy – https://aws.amazon.com/energy/ More Oil and Gas Global Network Podcasts OGGN.com – https://oggn.com/podcasts OGGN Street Team LinkedIn Group – https://www.linkedin.com/groups/12458373/ OGGN on Social LinkedIn Group | LinkedIn Company Page | Facebook OGGN Events Get notified each month Joe Batir LinkedIn  
11/1/20211 hour, 15 minutes, 47 seconds
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Predict, Prevention, and Optimize with Dr. Sandeep Gupta of Spark Cognition (ETS012)

Welcome to the Energy Transition Solutions podcast — brought to you on the Oil and Gas Global Network by AWS Energy. This week Joe talks with Dr. Sandeep Gupta Vice President of Product and Strategy for Renewables at Spark Cognition. Dr. Gupta explains how Spark Cognition is applying AI and ML to optimize renewable energy output through the idea of full asset performance management. We discuss the different levels of asset management, how predictive analysis is enabling increased life in renewable energy, and touch on the limits of optimization through full asset management. Sandeep's Book Recommendation:  Guns, Germs, and Steel, by Jared Diamond Learn more about AWS Energy – https://aws.amazon.com/energy/ More Oil and Gas Global Network Podcasts OGGN.com – https://oggn.com/podcasts OGGN Street Team LinkedIn Group – https://www.linkedin.com/groups/12458373/ OGGN on Social LinkedIn Group | LinkedIn Company Page | Facebook OGGN Events Get notified each month Joe Batir LinkedIn  
10/18/20211 hour, 4 minutes
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“Live” from the GRC with Joe Batir (ETS011)

Welcome to the Energy Transition Solutions podcast — brought to you on the Oil and Gas Global Network by AWS Energy. In this week's episode, host Joe Batir gives a recap of the Geothermal Rising Conference that took place in San Diego, October 2- 6, 2021. He discusses the growth of the geothermal industry from the perspective of production, personnel, and technology. Learn more about AWS Energy – https://aws.amazon.com/energy/ Free day passes at The Cannon If you're in Houston ... The Cannon is a global membership community that is building a virtual and physical network of entrepreneurs, startups, investors, advisors and established companies to connect innovators of all types and from all backgrounds with the resources they need to succeed. If you are looking for flexible office or desk space so that you can take a break from your work from home situation, mention OGGN at the front desk of The Cannon for a free day pass! More Oil and Gas Global Network Podcasts OGGN.com – https://oggn.com/podcasts OGGN Street Team LinkedIn Group – https://www.linkedin.com/groups/12458373/ OGGN on Social LinkedIn Group | LinkedIn Company Page | Facebook OGGN Events Get notified each month Joe Batir LinkedIn  
10/12/202150 minutes, 24 seconds
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Getting into warm water with Dr. Luca Guglielmetti of the Univ of Geneva (ETS010)

Welcome to the Energy Transition Solutions podcast — brought to you on the Oil and Gas Global Network by AWS Energy. This week our host Joe Batir talks with Dr. Luca Guglielmetti, Senior Research Scientist at the University of Geneva. Dr. Guglielmetti tells me about his research, what got him into geothermal, why he made the switch from industry to academia, and what has him so excited about warm water. Luca's Book Recommendation:  The Evolution Man, by Roy Lewis Dr. Luca's LinkedIn – https://www.linkedin.com/in/luca-guglielmetti-0b43982a/ University of Geneva – https://www.linkedin.com/school/universite-de-geneve/ Learn more about AWS Energy – https://aws.amazon.com/energy/ Free day passes at The Cannon If you're in Houston ... The Cannon is a global membership community that is building a virtual and physical network of entrepreneurs, startups, investors, advisors and established companies to connect innovators of all types and from all backgrounds with the resources they need to succeed. If you are looking for flexible office or desk space so that you can take a break from your work from home situation, mention OGGN at the front desk of The Cannon for a free day pass! More Oil and Gas Global Network Podcasts OGGN.com – https://oggn.com/podcasts OGGN Street Team LinkedIn Group – https://www.linkedin.com/groups/12458373/ OGGN on Social LinkedIn Group | LinkedIn Company Page | Facebook OGGN Events Get notified each month Joe Batir LinkedIn  
10/4/20211 hour, 3 minutes, 46 seconds
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The Future of Offshore Energy with ABB’s Johan deVilliers (ETS009)

Welcome to the Energy Transition Solutions podcast — brought to you on the Oil and Gas Global Network by AWS Energy. This week our host Joe Batir talks with Johan deVilliers of ABB. Johan is the Global Industry Manager for Oil, Gas, and Offshore Power for ABB. We discuss the recent news and ABB's part in the Jansz-Io Compression Project and the ABB technologies that are being implemented. Technologies such as onshore to offshore power transmission, seabed infrastructure, and digitalization and automation of process control.  Finally, we discuss how these advances in offshore hydrocarbon production will also solve challenges for offshore wind production.  Johan's LinkedIn – https://www.linkedin.com/in/johan-de-villiers-60767144/ ABB – https://global.abb/group/en Learn more about AWS Energy – https://aws.amazon.com/energy/ Free day passes at The Cannon If you're in Houston ... The Cannon is a global membership community that is building a virtual and physical network of entrepreneurs, startups, investors, advisors and established companies to connect innovators of all types and from all backgrounds with the resources they need to succeed. If you are looking for flexible office or desk space so that you can take a break from your work from home situation, mention OGGN at the front desk of The Cannon for a free day pass! More Oil and Gas Global Network Podcasts OGGN.com – https://oggn.com/podcasts OGGN Street Team LinkedIn Group – https://www.linkedin.com/groups/12458373/ OGGN on Social LinkedIn Group | LinkedIn Company Page | Facebook OGGN Events Get notified each month Joe Batir LinkedIn  
9/27/202150 minutes, 12 seconds
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Biofuels start with the Farmer – Steele Lorenz of the Farmer’s Business Network  (ETS008)

Welcome to the Energy Transition Solutions podcast — brought to you on the Oil and Gas Global Network by AWS Energy. This week our host Joe Batir talks wit Steele Lorenz, the head of Gradable at the Farmer's Business Network Steele's book recommendation –  The Art of Grain Merchandising by Sherry Lorton and Don White Steele's LinkedIn – https://www.linkedin.com/in/steelelorenz/ Farmer's Business Network – https://www.fbn.com Learn more about AWS Energy – https://aws.amazon.com/energy/ Free day passes at The Cannon If you're in Houston ... The Cannon is a global membership community that is building a virtual and physical network of entrepreneurs, startups, investors, advisors and established companies to connect innovators of all types and from all backgrounds with the resources they need to succeed. If you are looking for flexible office or desk space so that you can take a break from your work from home situation, mention OGGN at the front desk of The Cannon for a free day pass! More Oil and Gas Global Network Podcasts OGGN.com – https://oggn.com/podcasts OGGN Street Team LinkedIn Group – https://www.linkedin.com/groups/12458373/ OGGN on Social LinkedIn Group | LinkedIn Company Page | Facebook OGGN Events Get notified each month Joe Batir LinkedIn  
9/20/202149 minutes, 46 seconds
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Is the Energy Transition binary? – Cory Marcon of Endress+Hauser (ETS007)

Welcome to the Energy Transition Solutions podcast — brought to you on the Oil and Gas Global Network by AWS Energy. This week our host Joe Batir talks with Cory Marcon, Industry Manager at Endress+Hauser. We discuss Cory's renewable energy background, the hydrogen rainbow, and what Endress + Hauser is doing for fuel blending in natural gas turbines. Along the way, we also learn about Hydrogen production volumes, the energy transition, and what the energy transition will look like. Cory's Book Recommendation:  Project Drawdown by Paul Hawkin Cory's LinkedIn – https://www.linkedin.com/in/cory-marcon-0b752626/ Endress+Hauser – https://endress.com Learn more about AWS Energy – https://aws.amazon.com/energy/ Free day passes at The Cannon If you're in Houston ... The Cannon is a global membership community that is building a virtual and physical network of entrepreneurs, startups, investors, advisors and established companies to connect innovators of all types and from all backgrounds with the resources they need to succeed. If you are looking for flexible office or desk space so that you can take a break from your work from home situation, mention OGGN at the front desk of The Cannon for a free day pass! More Oil and Gas Global Network Podcasts OGGN.com – https://oggn.com/podcasts OGGN Street Team LinkedIn Group – https://www.linkedin.com/groups/12458373/ OGGN on Social LinkedIn Group | LinkedIn Company Page | Facebook OGGN Events Get notified each month Joe Batir LinkedIn  
9/13/202155 minutes, 50 seconds
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Why your Carbon emission estimates are probably wrong – John Chappell of Block Apps (ETS006)

Welcome back to the Energy Transition Solutions podcast — brought to you on the Oil and Gas Global Network by AWS Energy. This week our host Joe Batir talks with John Chappell of BlockApps. BlockApps is a blockchain technology provider that develops applications for the energy, agriculture, healthcare, and financial services. Here, we discuss carbon emissions tracking: How are carbon emissions categorized, why it is important to track emission, why it is so difficult, and how blockchain technology can simplify this process.  John's Book Recommendation: Horatio Hornblower Series by C.S. Forester John's LinkedIn – https://www.linkedin.com/in/john-chappell-a4740644/ BlockApps – https://blockapps.net/ Learn more about AWS Energy – https://aws.amazon.com/energy/ More Oil and Gas Global Network Podcasts OGGN.com – https://oggn.com/podcasts OGGN Street Team LinkedIn Group – https://www.linkedin.com/groups/12458373/ OGGN on Social LinkedIn Group | LinkedIn Company Page | Facebook OGGN Events Get notified each month Joe Batir LinkedIn  
9/2/202156 minutes, 30 seconds
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Energy Development is not for the faint of heart – Alex Campbell of Hecate Energy (ETS005)

Welcome to the Energy Transition Solutions Podcast with our host, Joe Batir. In this episode Joe interviews Alex Campbell. Alex is a Development Manager at Hecate Energy. Hecate Energy is a developer, owner, and operator of renewable power projects and storage solutions in the United States. We discuss Alex's background, the growth of Hecate Energy, the recent investment by Repsol into Hecate, and finally, why the oil and gas industry is the missing piece of the puzzle to our net zero emissions future. Brought to you by AWS Energy on the Oil and Gas Global Network. Alex's LinkedIn – https://www.linkedin.com/in/alex-campbell-5743515/ Hecate Energy – https://www.hecateenergy.com/ Learn more about AWS Energy – https://aws.amazon.com/energy/ Leave a Review Enjoy listening? Support the show by leaving a review in iTunes. Engage with Oil and Gas Global Network LinkedIn Group | LinkedIn Company Page | Facebook | modalpoint | OGGN Street Team Facebook Group | LinkedIn Group Events on Deck: Get Modalpoint's Monthly Events Email Get Automatically Notified About Oil & Gas Events Once a Month Connect with Joe Batir LinkedIn | Oil and Gas Global Network  
8/26/202157 minutes, 31 seconds
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Higher production can be good for the environment – Isabel Chan of TechnipFMC (ETS004)

Welcome to the Energy Transition Solutions Podcast with your host, Joe Batir. In this episode, Joe interviews Isabel Chan of TechnipFMC. Isabel is a Product Manager for the integrated onshore production group and is here to talk to us about the iProduction system. The iProduction system is a fully integrated production process that is eliminating greenhouse gas emissions. This is a great example of how new technology has enabled optimizing production while also decreasing the carbon footprint of the production process. Brought to you by AWS Energy on the Oil and Gas Global Network. The iProduction System by TechnipFMC https://www.technipfmc.com/en/what-we-do/surface/iproduction-integrated-system/ Isabel's LinkedIn – https://www.linkedin.com/in/isabelxchan/ Learn more about AWS Energy – https://aws.amazon.com/energy/ Leave a Review Enjoy listening? Support the show by leaving a review in iTunes. Connect with OGGN Interested in Sponsoring? If you would like to get your company in front of our professional audience, please contact our Producer, Savannah Wilson. Engage with Oil and Gas Global Network LinkedIn Group | LinkedIn Company Page | Facebook | modalpoint | OGGN Street Team Facebook Group | LinkedIn Group Events on Deck: Get Modalpoint's Monthly Events Email Get Automatically Notified About Oil & Gas Events Once a Month Connect with Joe Batir LinkedIn | Oil and Gas Global Network  
8/26/202156 minutes, 8 seconds
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Getting into hot water – Bernie Karl, Alaska’s Geothermal Pioneer (ETS003)

Welcome to the Energy Transition Solutions Podcast with our host, Joe Batir. In this episode, Joe interviews Bernie Karl of Chena Power and Chena Hot Springs. Bernie shares his life story of how he got to Alaska, and how he came to realize the power of geothermal energy through gold mining, which led to the purchase of Chena Hot Springs. He then explains how he used Chena Hot Springs as a laboratory to design a small scale geothermal driven ecosystem, which he is moving on to replicate in the Aleutian Islands, first for the city of Unalaska at Makushin Volcano. Brought to you by AWS Energy on the Oil and Gas Global Network. Additional topics covered included: 1) How geothermal power can drive decarbonization in maritime shipping. 2) The massive amount of resources that go in and out of Alaska remote villages. 3) How Berne suggests to remove permitting and improve innovation. Topic articles or books mentioned in the show: Makushin Volcano Geothermal Project https://www.alaskageothermal.info/ Chena Hot Springs https://chenahotsprings.com/ Learn more about AWS Energy – https://aws.amazon.com/energy/   Leave a Review Enjoy listening? Support the show by leaving a review in iTunes. Connect with OGGN Interested in Sponsoring? If you would like to get your company in front of our professional audience, please contact our Producer, Savannah Wilson. Engage with Oil and Gas Global Network LinkedIn Group | LinkedIn Company Page | Facebook | modalpoint | OGGN Street Team Facebook Group | LinkedIn Group Events on Deck: Get Modalpoint's Monthly Events Email Get Automatically Notified About Oil & Gas Events Once a Month Connect with Joe Batir LinkedIn | Oil and Gas Global Network  
8/26/20211 hour, 1 minute, 30 seconds
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A most interesting, nonexistent industry – Dr. Bart Kolodziejczyk on Green Steel (ETS002)

Welcome to the Energy Transition Solutions Podcast with our host, Joe Batir. In this episode, Joe interviews Bart Kolodziejczyk. Dr. Kolodziejczyk holds a Ph.D. in Materials Engineering from Monash University where he focused on hydrogen. He works on a wide array of subjects surrounding renewable energy including hydrogen, fuel cells, green steel, and green power generation. Today, we focus on green steel – what is it, why is it a thing, what is the market for green steel, and where is it going. Brought to you by AWS Energy on the Oil and Gas Global Network. Additional topics covered included: 1) The green color scale for hydrogen and how that applies to steel 2) Hydro power and the movement to remove large scale dams 3) Iron based batteries for energy storage 4) Consumer sentiment on buying green Topic articles or books mentioned in the show: The Rare Earth Metals War by Guillaume Pitron https://www.amazon.com/Rare-Metals-War-Digital-Technologies/dp/1950354318 Study by McKinsey and Company suggested consumers are willing to pay more for green products, but not that much more https://www.mckinsey.com/business-functions/sustainability/our-insights/how-much-will-consumers-pay-to-go-green Dr Bart's LinkedIn – https://www.linkedin.com/in/bartlomiejkolodziejczyk1/ Learn more about AWS Energy – https://aws.amazon.com/energy/ Leave a Review Enjoy listening? Support the show by leaving a review in iTunes. Engage with Oil and Gas Global Network LinkedIn Group | LinkedIn Company Page | Facebook | modalpoint | OGGN Street Team Facebook Group | LinkedIn Group Events on Deck: Get Modalpoint's Monthly Events Email Get Automatically Notified About Oil & Gas Events Once a Month Connect with Joe Batir LinkedIn | Oil and Gas Global Network  
8/26/202156 minutes, 8 seconds
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Meet our host, Joe Batir (ETS001)

In this episode, our host, Joe Batir is interviewed by his wife and guest host, Ali Batir. Joe Batir is Senior Geothermal Geoscientist at Petrolern LLC, working on geothermal resource evaluation and late-stage hydrocarbon to geothermal well conversion. Petrolern is a leading-edge technology company specializing in geomechanics, fluid mechanics, geothermal resource evaluation, and CCS. We discuss Joe's background, how he ended up in Iceland, and why he is focused on geothermal energy. Brought to you by AWS Energy on the Oil and Gas Global Network. Joe's LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/josephfbatir/ Ali's LinkedIn – https://www.linkedin.com/in/alibatir/ Petrolern – https://www.petrolern.com/ Learn more about AWS Energy – https://aws.amazon.com/energy/ Leave a Review Enjoy listening? Support the show by leaving a review in iTunes. Engage with Oil and Gas Global Network LinkedIn Group | LinkedIn Company Page | Facebook | modalpoint | OGGN Street Team Facebook Group | LinkedIn Group Events on Deck: Get Modalpoint's Monthly Events Email Get Automatically Notified About Oil & Gas Events Once a Month Connect with Joe Batir LinkedIn | Oil and Gas Global Network Welcome to the Low Carbon Solutions Podcast with our host, Joe Batir! In this episode, Joe previews what to expect for OGGN's newest Low Carbon, High Energy Podcast!
8/26/202132 minutes, 29 seconds
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Energy Transition Solutions Trailer (ETS000)

Welcome to the Energy Transition Solutions Podcast with our host, Joe Batir! In this episode, Joe previews what to expect for OGGN's newest Low Carbon, High Energy Podcast! Leave a Review Enjoy listening? Support the show by leaving a review in iTunes. Connect with OGGN Interested in Sponsoring? If you would like to get your company in front of our professional audience, please contact our Producer, Savannah Wilson. Engage with Oil and Gas Global Network LinkedIn Group | LinkedIn Company Page | Facebook | modalpoint | OGGN Street Team Facebook Group | LinkedIn Group Events on Deck: Get Modalpoint's Monthly Events Email Get Automatically Notified About Oil & Gas Events Once a Month Connect with Joe Batir LinkedIn | Oil and Gas Global Network
8/9/20213 minutes, 13 seconds