Energy in Transition

On this week's episode of the Energy in Transition Podcast, hosts Dan Pickering and Josh Lowrey continue their two-part conversation with Neal Dikeman, a venture capitalist and entrepreneur with over two decades of experience in the energy transition industry.

Picking right back up where Part I concluded, Dikeman shares his insights into the investment landscape in the energy transition industry and how it has evolved in recent years. The discussion delves into some of the unique areas he and his team are looking at investing in.

Dikeman also provides guidance on the process of bringing a new product to market in the energy transition industry and how important it is to "pound the rock." His advice for entrepreneurs looking to get into the energy transition sector: "Just do it." 

This episode is a must-listen for anyone interested in the industry or looking to make a difference in this rapidly evolving field. Be sure to tune in! 

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For more information on the production of this podcast, visit https://uprightdigital.com/

 

Episode #34 - Neal Dikeman, Energy Transition Ventures, Part II

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In the first part of this two-part episode, hosts Dan Pickering and Josh Lowrey are joined by Neal Dikeman, a seasoned entrepreneur and Partner at Energy Transition Ventures, to discuss the future of clean energy and the role of venture capital in driving innovation.

Dikeman shares his experience working with clean energy start-ups and explores the challenges and opportunities facing the industry. From the importance of early-stage financing to the potential of emerging technologies like hydrogen and carbon capture, this conversation offers valuable insights for anyone interested in the future of energy.

Dikeman also discusses the systematic problems facing the power industry and how we can address them. Tune in for an engaging conversation on the future of clean energy and the role of venture capital in shaping it.

Thank you to our sponsors:

Pickering Energy Partners https://pickeringenergypartners.com/

Energy Workforce & Technology Council https://energyworkforce.org/

Preng & Associates https://www.preng.com/

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For more information on the production of this podcast, visit https://uprightdigital.com/

Episode #33 - Neal Dikeman, Energy Transition Ventures, Part I

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Attention Energy enthusiasts: keep up with the latest developments in The Industry with the Energy In Transition Podcast! Our latest episode features MaryAnne Brelinsky, an industry leader and expert on the challenges and opportunities involved in transitioning to sustainable energy sources. Brelinsky, who comes from a family of smart and savvy women, brings a wealth of insights and experience to the podcast.

As one of the fastest growing energy transition podcasts in the world, The Energy In Transition Podcast is proudly sponsored by Pickering Energy Partners, Energy Workforce and Technology Council, ClearSync Solutions, Upright Digital, Preng and Associates, Merit Advisors, World Oil Magazine and other leading organizations in the Energy Industry. The podcast features in-depth interviews with thought leaders and experts in the industry, covering topics such as electrification, carbon sequestration, and the role of capital markets in financing the transition.

To stay informed and up-to-date on the latest trends and developments in the energy transition, subscribe to the Energy In Transition Podcast today. With its engaging and informative content, the podcast is a must-listen for policymakers, industry leaders, and anyone interested in the future of energy.

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Pickering Energy Partners https://pickeringenergypartners.com/

Energy Workforce & Technology Council https://energyworkforce.org/

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Episode #32 - MaryAnne Brelinsky, Energy Expert

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When you're the Chief Energy Transition Officer AND your country wins the World Cup, life is good. When you go on The Energy in Transition Podcast with Dan Pickering and Josh Lowrey, life is really good. 

This episode is a walk through how past experiences are guiding us in the future: lessons learned and where we're heading in the Energy Transition.  

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Pickering Energy Partners https://pickeringenergypartners.com/

Energy Workforce & Technology Council https://energyworkforce.org/

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Episode #31 - Patricia Martinez, CETO of Enerflex, Ltd.

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From the farmlands of America, to the beaches of Hawaii… every step of the way has led our first guest of 2023, Alex Tiller, to where he is today.

The Energy in Transition Podcast started the year off with a great interview as hosts Dan Pickering and Josh Lowrey tried to hang on to the entrepreneiuel mind of Alex as he described the major problems that Carbonvert is looking to solve. The audience might be surprised to hear just how many oil and gas veterans are on board and ready to use their talents for today’s challenges.

You won’t want to miss this one!

Thank you to our sponsors:

Pickering Energy Partners https://pickeringenergypartners.com/

Energy Workforce & Technology Council https://energyworkforce.org/

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Episode #30 - Alex Tiller, CEO of Carbonvert

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From Hello and Ice Cream to Florida State and BP.  All the way to the peak of fashion to the tip of the energy transition... This episode might have it all.  

Dan Pickering, CIO and Founder of Pickering Energy Partners and co-host Josh Lowrey, President of Upright Digital take this episode of The Energy In Transition Podcast all over the place in search of what bp Ventures sees as the next viable energy sources. We are sure you're going to enjoy the time with Grace Chan, a longtime oil and gas veteran and now Principal at bp Ventures.

Thank you to our sponsors:

Pickering Energy Partners https://pickeringenergypartners.com/

Energy Workforce & Technology Council https://energyworkforce.org/

Preng & Associates https://www.preng.com/

Merit Advisors https://meritadvisor.com/

For more information on the production of this podcast, visit https://uprightdigital.com/

Episode #29 - Grace Chan, Principal at bp Ventures

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Veriten Founder and CEO Maynard Holt stopped by the Flecha Azul Tequila Podcast studio to visit with his old friend Dan Pickering about all things Energy "classic" and his take on the next steps of The Energy Transition. Our co-host Josh Lowrey just tried to hang on while these titans of industry went back in forth in a wide ranging conversation that didn't stay on the famous Pickering agenda for long.....and you'll enjoy the detour.

Thank you to our sponsors: Pickering Energy Partners https://pickeringenergypartners.com/ Energy Workforce & Technology Council https://energyworkforce.org/ Preng & Associates https://www.preng.com/ Merit Advisors https://meritadvisor.com/
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Episode #28 - Maynard Holt, Founder and CEO of Veriten

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Recorded live from the 2022 Pickering Energy Partners TE&MFest in Austin, Texas, Dan Pickering and Josh Lowrey sit down with Matt Gallagher, President and CEO of Greenlake Energy Ventures, to discuss lessons learned and how they plan to lead the next generation of E&P companies.

Thank you to our sponsors:
Pickering Energy Partners https://pickeringenergypartners.com/
Energy Workforce & Technology Council https://energyworkforce.org/
Preng & Associates https://www.preng.com/
Merit Advisors https://meritadvisor.com/

For more information on the production of this podcast, visit https://uprightdigital.com/

Episode #27 - Matt Gallagher, President and CEO of Greenlake Energy Ventures

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Mr. Tim Matthews, Chief Executive Officer at Cozairo visited the Flecha Azul Podcast studio to join Josh and guest host Tim Tarpley. Tim led us through the naming of Cozairo, a Carbon-Neutral Solutions company, and engaged us on Texas' status in clean energy and current containment liability in the industry. Sit back, grab yourself a Flecha Azul and enjoy this episode as much as we did in creating it.

Thank you to our sponsors:
Pickering Energy Partners https://pickeringenergypartners.com/
Energy Workforce & Technology Council https://energyworkforce.org/
Preng & Associates https://www.preng.com/
Merit Advisors https://meritadvisor.com/

For more information on the production of this podcast, visit https://uprightdigital.com/

Episode #26 - Tim Matthews, CEO of Cozairo

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Houston legend, Bobby Tudor, stopped by the Flecha Azul Podcast Studio to share his thoughts on the incumbent energy industry and how today's environment is different than the past...but maybe not as different as we want to to think.  The special relationship that host Dan Pickering has with Bobby is apparent throughout, and co-host Josh Lowrey, does his best to keep up with these longtime friends and industry stalwarts on this special episode of the Energy In Transition Podcast. 

Thank you to our sponsors:
Pickering Energy Partners https://pickeringenergypartners.com/
Energy Workforce & Technology Council https://energyworkforce.org/
Preng & Associates https://www.preng.com/
Merit Advisors https://meritadvisor.com/

For more information on the production of this podcast, visit https://uprightdigital.com/

Episode #25 - Bobby Tudor, CEO of Artemis Energy Partners

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Our guest on this episode of the Energy in Transition Podcast is an energy force with the smarts and the vision to take us all into another stratosphere. Mr. Raj Mahagaokar is the Chief Financial Officer at Grid United and sat down with Dan and Josh to talk about the bright minds trying to create energy solutions and current battery limitations. Sit back and tune in as we all learn what's on the horizon. For more information on Raj Mahagaokar or Grid United, visit https://gridunited.com/ Thank you to our sponsors: Pickering Energy Partners https://pickeringenergypartners.com/ Energy Workforce & Technology Council https://energyworkforce.org/ Preng & Associates https://www.preng.com/ Merit Advisors https://meritadvisor.com/ For more information on the production of this podcast, visit https://uprightdigital.com/

Episode #24 - Raj Mahagaokar, CFO of Grid United

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Our guest on this episode of the Energy in Transition Podcast visited the Flecha Azul Studio in Houston, Texas from across the pond! David Phillips, Head of UK and Investor Relations at Aker Carbon Capture sat down with Dan and Josh to chat about carbon capture, utilization and storage (CCUS) among other topics relating to carbon capture. Tune in for an episode that will educate and also entertain.

For more information on David Phillip or Aker Carbon Capture, visit https://akercarboncapture.com/

Thank you to our sponsors:
Pickering Energy Partners https://pickeringenergypartners.com/
Energy Workforce & Technology Council https://energyworkforce.org/
Preng & Associates https://www.preng.com/
Merit Advisors https://meritadvisor.com/

For more information on the production of this podcast, visit https://uprightdigital.com/

Episode #23 - David Phillips, Head of UK and Investor Relations at Aker Carbon Capture

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Our Guest on this episode of the Energy In Transition Podcast this week is Sean Kelly, Co-founder and CEO of Amperon. Dan and Josh have a great discussion with Sean on the energy sector in Texas and what it means to forecast energy. Tune in to listen to a podcast that will not only entertain, but keep you captivated on the subject.

For more infromation on Amperon, visit amperon.co

Thank you to our sponsors: Pickering Energy Partners https://pickeringenergypartners.com/ Energy Workforce & Technology Council https://energyworkforce.org/ Preng & Associates https://www.preng.com/ Merit Advisors https://meritadvisor.com/

For more information on the production of this podcast, visit https://uprightdigital.com/

Episode #22 - Sean Kelly, Co-founder and CEO of Amperon

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Robin Fielder joined Dan and Josh on this episode of the Energy in Transition Podcast. She is the Executive Vice President, Low Carbon Strategy & Chief Sustainability Officer at Talos Energy. Robin lives up to her title with an extensive list of accomplishments and knowledge in carbon capture, decarbonization, and sequestration.

For more information on Robin Fielder and Talos Energy, visit https://www.talosenergy.com/

Thank you to our sponsors:
Pickering Energy Partners https://pickeringenergypartners.com/
Energy Workforce & Technology Council https://energyworkforce.org/
Preng & Associates https://www.preng.com/
Merit Advisors https://meritadvisor.com/

For more information on the production of this podcast, visit https://uprightdigital.com/

Episode #21 - Robin Fielder, Executive Vice President, Low Carbon Strategy & Chief Sustainability Officer at Talos Energy

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This episode of the Energy in Transition Podcast is hosted by Leslie Beyer and Josh Lowrey. Follow along as they sit down with Sivasankaran ("Soma") Somasundaram, President & Chief Executive Officer of ChampionX and discuss leaning on the culture of the people, operating virtually, the advancement of technology in the energy industry and much more! Soma was recently recognized by the Energy Workforce & Technology Council as the 2022 recipient of its DEI Champion Award for his commitment and advocacy for diversity, equity, and inclusion in the energy services and technology industry.

For more information on Sivasankaran ("Soma") Somasundaram and ChampionX, visit https://www.championx.com/

Thank you to our sponsors:

Pickering Energy Partners https://pickeringenergypartners.com/

Energy Workforce & Technology Council https://energyworkforce.org/

Preng & Associates https://www.preng.com/

Merit Advisors https://meritadvisor.com/

For more information on the production of this podcast, visit https://uprightdigital.com/

Episode #20 - Sivasankaran ‘Soma’ Somasundaram, President & CEO of ChampionX

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Jim Hughes, Managing Partner at EnCap Investments Energy Transition, joined Dan Pickering and Josh Lowrey on today's episode of the Energy in Transition Podcast. Listen along for insight on all things relating to power, decarbonization of the global economy, and what it takes to build and also invest in an energy transition company today. For more information on Jim Hughes and EnCap Investments, visit https://www.encapinvestments.com/ Thank you to our sponsors: Pickering Energy Partners https://pickeringenergypartners.com/ Energy Workforce & Technology Council https://energyworkforce.org/ Preng & Associates https://www.preng.com/ Merit Advisors https://meritadvisor.com/ For more information on the production of this podcast, visit https://uprightdigital.com/

Episode #19 - Jim Hughes, Managing Partner at EnCap Investments Energy Transition

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Dan Pickering and Josh Lowrey sit down with Glen Stancil, CEO of Merge Electric Fleet Solutions from the floor of NAPE 2022. This is a great discussion on electric fleets, current electric vehicle output, reverse flow capability, and much more! Tune in to learn more about the past, current and future state of electrical vehicles.

Thank you to our sponsors: Pickering Energy Partners https://pickeringenergypartners.com/ Energy Workforce & Technology Council https://energyworkforce.org/ Preng & Associates https://www.preng.com/ Merit Advisors https://meritadvisor.com/ For more information on the production of this podcast, visit https://uprightdigital.com/

Episode #18 - Glen Stancil, CEO of Merge Electric Fleet Solutions

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The kick off of the second season of the Energy Transition Podcast is here! This episode is the foundation of the topics that will be covered during the duration of this season as well as an introdcution to the new hosts: Leslie Beyer, CEO of Energy Workforce & Technology Council and Dan Pickering, Founder of Pickering Energy Partners alongside Josh Lowrey, President of Upright Digital.

Thank you to our sponsors:

Pickering Energy Partners 

Energy Workforce & Technology Council

Preng & Associates 

Merit Advisors 

For more information on the production of this podcast, visit https://uprightdigital.com/

Episode #17 - Season 2 Introduction

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In part three of a series on critical and strategic minerals, Dr. Michelle Foss and Energy Workforce & Technology Council CEO Leslie Beyer engage in an in-depth discussion about the material needs for a lower-carbon future, the hegemonic role of China, and the policies needed to support sustainable mining in the United States. 

Episode #16 - Dr. Michelle Foss, Rice University's Baker Institute for Public Policy

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In part two of a series on critical and strategic minerals, Zumwalt-Forbes and Council CEO Leslie Beyer engage in an in-depth discussion about the role of these resources in the future of energy and geopolitical considerations in producing the materials needed for the energy transition.

Episode #15 — Ashley Zumwalt-Forbes, Co-Founder, President & Director, Black Mountain Metals

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In this episode — the first of a three-part series on critical and strategic minerals — Hans Smit from Ocean Minerals joins Council CEO Leslie Beyer for a deep dive on what these minerals and metals are, what goes into producing them, and why they’re so important to the global economy and the future of energy.

Episode #14 — Hans Smit, President & CEO, Ocean Minerals

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In this episode, Council CEO Leslie Beyer and Schlumberger’s Lees Rodionov discuss energy transition, sustainability and ESG. Rodionov describes what the triple bottom line means to Schlumberger, as well as how ESG relates to risk management.

Episode #13 — Lees Rodionov, Global Director Sustainability, Schlumberger

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Host Leslie Beyer and Assaad Mohanna discuss how NOV is examining the underlying economics and meeting the needs of an energy industry in transition by supporting the oil and gas industry while diversifying into other energies that fit their skill sets. This insightful conversation delves into ESG, purposeful innovation, and overcoming technological hurdles to achieving a lower carbon future.

Episode #12 — Assaad Mohanna, Director of Business Strategy, NOV

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This episode is a conversation between Council CEO Leslie Beyer and GoExpedi CEO Tim Neal about how artificial intelligence and machine learning are helping the energy industry proactively manage supply chains and minimize risk. It’s an education on how technology is helping build resilience in supply chains and business operations.

Episode #11 — Tim Neal, CEO, GoExpedi

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In this episode, Council CEO Leslie Beyer and Baker Hughes Vice President of Energy Transition Allyson Book discuss energy transition, ESG reporting, and the vital role of the energy services sector in getting to net-zero carbon emissions by 2050. They delve into Baker Hughes’ leading role as an energy technology company that’s working to make energy safer, cleaner, and more efficient for people and the planet.

 

NOTE: This episode was recorded in November 2020.

Episode #10 — Allyson Book, Baker Hughes Vice President of Energy Transition

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In the latest episode Council CEO Leslie Beyer and Frank’s International CFO Melissa Cougle analyzed major topics affecting the OFS sector and the future of energy, including ESG, technology development and deployment, access to capital, and inclusion and diversity. Cougle’s optimistic outlook for the future is grounded in the sector’s combination of talent, grit, and ingenuity.

Episode #9 — Melissa Cougle, CFO, Frank’s International

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Tarpley and host Leslie Beyer discuss the merger of PESA and AESC to form the Energy Workforce & Technology Council, and how the combined organization will elevate and advocate for the oilfield services and equipment sector. They also analyze President Biden’s executive orders and look ahead to how legislative and administration actions could affect OFS companies. This informative conversation will get you up to speed on changes in US energy policy and what it means for the future of energy.

Episode #8 — Tim Tarpley, SVP Government Affairs, Energy Workforce & Technology Council

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Host Leslie Beyer and ProSep CEO Mahesh Konduru discuss what the oilfield sector needs to do to recover from effects of the downturn, the market opportunities available to agile companies, how ProSep delivers value by helping customers clean water used in production and reduce chemical usage, and the importance of ESG reporting for companies of all sizes. This is an in-depth conversation that delves into how the interaction of technology and economics will drive the future of oil and gas, and the energy industry.

Episode #7 — Mahesh Konduru, Chief Executive Officer, ProSep

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Scott Gale, Executive Director of Halliburton Labs, joins host Leslie Beyer to discuss Halliburton's initiative to accelerate development and growth of cleaner energy companies. Halliburton Labs is helping companies scale new technologies to meet global needs, assist with customer development, and provide an array of support resources, capabilities, and expertise. In this conversation, Gale and Beyer dig into how the technologies that will define the future of energy are being developed.

Episode #6 — Scott Gale, Executive Director, Halliburton Labs

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In this episode, sponsored by Milestone Environmental Services, PESA President and podcast host Leslie Beyer and Milestone Environmental Services President & CEO Gabriel Rio analyze the future of energy, the work the oilfield sector is doing to remove carbon from the atmosphere, and how Milestone’s waste disposal and remediation innovations are critical to improving operational efficiency and environmental performance. This is an insightful and informative conversation between two of the OFS sector’s leading thinkers on ESG and the role of oil and gas in the transition to a lower carbon energy future.

Episode #5 - Gabriel Rio, President & CEO, Milestone Environmental Services

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Ken Medlock is one of the world’s foremost experts on energy policy and economics. In this wide-ranging conversation, Medlock and host Leslie Beyer discuss the implications of rising energy demand in the developing world, the need for different energy transitions in different regions of the world, and future opportunities for the oilfield services and equipment sector. Medlock’s practical, realistic, science-based perspective is a critical contribution to the ongoing conversation about combatting climate change and the transition to a lower carbon energy future.

Episode #4 - Ken Medlock, Baker Fellow In Energy and Resources Economics, Rice University

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In this conversation, Ramachandran and host Leslie Beyer discuss emerging trends in oilfield automation, how Solaris is approaching ESG across the enterprise and incorporating these strategies into short- and long-term planning. An illuminating discussion on how it all connects with energy transition and access to capital markets. Extraordinary insights from one of OFS’s most widely recognized new leaders.

Episode #3 - Kyle Ramachandran, President and CFO, Solaris Oilfield Infrastructure

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In this special election episode, Leslie Beyer is joined by Bob Moran, Senior Managing Director of FTI Consulting and guest co-host Tim Tarpley, PESA Vice President Government Affairs to analyze the upcoming election and what it means for the oil and gas industry. Moran draws on his long experience in advocacy for the OFS sector at Halliburton and leading DC trade associations as the group does a deep dive on races for the presidency, U.S. Senate and U.S. House.

Special Election Episode - Bob Moran, Senior Managing Director, FTI Consulting

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Drummond and host Leslie Beyer discuss how NexTier is deploying technology to drive efficiency and reduce environmental impact while producing affordable and reliable energy for people all over the world. They dive into how digital technologies are enabling a new way to work and will change the nature of the OFS sector’s workforce, as well as critical strategic issues like inclusion and diversity and ESG.

Episode #2 — Robert Drummond, President & CEO, NexTier

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The Energy In Transition podcast launches with its first guest, President & CEO of Oceaneering Rod Larson.

Together with host Leslie Beyer, Larson discusses the essential role of the oil and gas industry in driving technologies that will enable a lower-carbon energy future. They dive into Oceaneering's approach to innovation, how the skills and knowledge of the OFS sector apply broadly to the future of energy and the growing relevance of ESG.

Episode #1 - Rod Larson, President and CEO, Oceaneering

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Host Leslie Beyer is joined by production partners Josh Lowrey and David de Roode to introduce the new Energy In Transition podcast — a first of its kind examination of the oil and gas industry’s critical role in developing lower-carbon energy. In the episodes ahead, Leslie will be joined by industry leaders to show how the oil and gas industry is leading efforts to meet future energy needs through emerging technologies, emissions reduction, efficiencies and collaboration with renewables.

Energy In Transition Introduction Episode

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