Best SP Global Podcasts (2024)

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Venture capital arm of mining giant Vale hunting for sustainable mining tech 27:19

44m ago27:19

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In this episode of Energy Evolution, Taylor Kuykendall interviews Bruno Arcadier, head of Vale Ventures, the venture capital arm of international mining giant Vale. Vale Ventures aims to invest in cutting-edge technologies that will revolutionize the mining industry and make it more sustainable. The mining sector plays a critical role in the energy…

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How are crude prices reacting to a lengthening Atlantic Basin market? 13:19

1h ago13:19

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As European refineries return from seasonal maintenance, ample prompt supply in the North Sea, Mediterranean and West African crude markets suggests that the demand side of the equation remains firmly in the red. Joel Hanley is joined by crude editors Sam Angell, George Delaney and Joey Daly to discuss the implications of a crude-saturated Atlantic…

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Ep. 167 - FinOps and Battle for Cloud Costs 25:41

8h ago25:41

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The flexibility and adaptability of cloud-based infrastructure brings great value to enterprises, but most have been wrestling with managing cloud costs. Melanie Posey, Jean Atelsek and William Fellows join host Eric Hanselman to look at FinOps, the cost management initiative that is looking to regain control of infrastructure costs in this new mod…

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ISSB Vice Chair Sue Lloyd talks aligning sustainability standards across jurisdictions 22:21

3h ago22:21

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In this episode of the ESG Insider podcast, we’re taking you to London for the third annual S&P Global Sustainable1 Summit, where we sit down with International Sustainability Standards Board Vice Chair Sue Lloyd. Sue was a keynote speaker at the conference, where sustainability leaders from across industries and the investment community gathered o…

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Maintaining reliability in the face of an increasingly complex US power grid 31:05

35m ago31:05

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As utilities grapple with how best to expand the US electric grid to improve reliability and support technologies like electric vehicles, they’re turning to a host of technologies like grid storage and AI that can help with planning and managing new demands. On this week’s episode, co-host Taylor Kuykendall and correspondent Camellia Moors speak wi…

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Diesel flows shift as Brazil fuels up 16:15

3h ago16:15

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Diesel imports into Brazil have risen in recent months, but remains below a recent peak seen in January as the South American country deals with new payment terms for Russian barrels. Not only that, but Russian diesel supplies have tightened following drone attacks on Russian refineries by Ukraine. Will USGC refiners return to the #1 spot in supply…

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Embracing the Messiness of Sustainability with Alison Taylor 34:21

2h ago34:21

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Learn more about Alison: Alison’s LinkedIn NYU Stern School of Business Website Ethical Systems Website If you enjoyed this episode, please: Subscribe, rate, and review on Apple Podcasts Follow on Spotify Instructions on how to do this are here Doing Sustainability: Exploring ESG & Corporate Brand is handcrafted by our friends over at: fame.so Prev…

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Why sulfur markets face an upside risk from the energy transition 17:10

5h ago17:10

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Sulfur is a crucial input for the fertilizer market. But, this byproduct of the oil and gas industry is also increasingly in-demand for processing key metals needed for the energy transition, such as copper and nickel. In this episode of the Platts Future Energy podcast, sulfur and sulfuric acid market reporter Matt Hoisch is joined by sulfur and s…

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Ep. 166 - The NAB Show and the Broadcast Market 24:31

7d ago24:31

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The NAB show, what’s become not only a venue for broadcast innovations, but also the latest in consumer electronics, has just wrapped up. Analysts Justin Nielson and Peter Leitzinger join host Eric Hanselman to discuss their thoughts on the show and perspectives on NextGen TV, AI capabilities and advertising. For over 100 years, the NAB show has se…

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Amid ambitious expansion plans, India's steel production may face headwinds for raw material supply 22:11

1h ago22:11

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The expansion in the Indian steel manufacturing capacity comes at an opportune moment for the industry as the country has witnessed massive infrastructure projects like construction of national highways over the past few years. Now, with the general elections underway in the country and if the incumbent government comes back to power, the thrust on…

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Talking climate diplomacy and the energy transition with Dan Yergin 31:58

7d ago31:58

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With about six months to go before the UN’s COP29 climate change conference in Azerbaijan, we’re talking with Pulitzer Prize-winning author Daniel Yergin about the role that diplomacy will play in facilitating solutions to climate change and the global energy transition. “Climate diplomacy has been really central to where we are right now in terms …

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Space-based solar: Vast promises and major challenges 34:06

3d ago34:06

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Capturing solar energy in space promises 24/7 renewable energy at a competitive cost. But to get space solar to scale, scientists and engineers need to tackle questions around technology management in space, social acceptance of power beaming and ground infrastructure, as well as financing hurdles. On this week's episode of Energy Evolution, report…

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WTI Midland’s inclusion into Dated Brent, one year on 14:03

11d ago14:03

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In May 2023, the world's most important oil price benchmark, Platts Dated Brent, which is used to underpin the price of significant volumes of traded crude oil, saw the addition of the first non-North Sea crude stream into its deliverable basket of grades: WTI Midland. Since then, the benchmark has seen liquidity skyrocket, the addition of new face…

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Indonesia’s rice import surge, ban on Indian exports: what lies ahead for rice markets? 17:07

4d ago17:07

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The rice markets in Asia have seen new trends emerging with Indonesia importing rice, and India putting restrictions on their rice exports. Ripple effects have been felt in other major growing rice growing countries such as Pakistan and Thailand. In this Commodities Focus episode, Elizabeth Thang, Managing Editor for Food and Agriculture is joined …

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Ep. 165 - RSA Conference preview 30:33

7d ago30:33

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The annual gathering of the business side of the cybersecurity industry, the RSA Conference, will kick off in early May. Scott Crawford and Dan Kennedy return to preview what they’ll be expecting with host Eric Hanselman. The upheaval in the security markets is being mirrored at the conference, with one major vendor deciding not to exhibit and cons…

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Women in Leadership: How Sappe CEO went from investment banker to running a global consumer brand 19:19

17d ago19:19

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As part of our ongoing ‘Women in Leadership’ series of the ESG Insider podcast, we’re speaking with women CEOs and leaders from across industries and around the world to understand their path to the top. In today’s episode, we talk with Piyajit Ruckariyapong, CEO of Thailand-based Sappe, a family business producing a range of juice and health drink…

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The century-old US law complicating offshore wind goals 23:48

10d ago23:48

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A maritime law from 1920 prevents non-US ships from operating in and out of US ports. The problem for offshore wind? There are no large turbine installation ships under US flag yet. In this episode of Energy Evolution, we hear from industry experts how the Jones Act affects a fledgling offshore wind buildout and how developers found workarounds to …

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Battling high prices, oil diplomacy and upstream revival among priorities for India 22:47

13d ago22:47

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The spotlight on India's oil sector has never been stronger. India's role in global oil markets is set to expand at a fast pace until the end of the decade, making it the biggest center for demand growth, according to the IEA. Refining expansion remains a key priority, but with a tilt towards petrochemicals, and the country’s upstream strategy aims…

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Understanding Human Decision-Making in Influencing Sustainable Actions with Randy Burns 38:03

22d ago38:03

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Learn more about Susan: Randy’s LinkedIn O-I Glass Website If you enjoyed this episode, please: Subscribe, rate, and review on Apple Podcasts Follow on Spotify Instructions on how to do this are Here Doing Sustainability: Exploring ESG & Corporate Brand is handcrafted by our friends over at: fame.so Previous guests include Alison Taylor of NYU Ster…

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Ep46: Ryan Serhant on Real Estate, AI and Building A Personal Brand 45:47

12d ago45:47

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In this episode of FI15, Joe is joined by Real Estate mogul Ryan Serhant, Founder of SERHANT. and Gregg Lemos-Stein, Chief Analytical Officer – Corporates at S&P Global Ratings. The guests discuss the global real estate market, with Ryan sharing his expertise on leveraging social media and AI to drive success in the industry, and Gregg provides his…

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Does the UK need the North Sea for its energy future? 21:11

12d ago21:11

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As a UK general election looms, energy security and the transition to net-zero are high on the agenda. In this episode of the Commodities Focus podcast, our experts sift through the policy options, from windfall taxes to licensing bans, and discuss why they matter, not just for the UK, but for Europe and beyond. Nick Coleman, senior editor for oil …

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Ep. 164 - Semiconductor supply chains 31:11

13d ago31:11

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Semiconductors are back in the spotlight with the shortage of GPU’s in the generative AI explosion. But the supply chain that produces them is complex and is not a simple thing to accelerate or scale up. This episode brings Next in Tech together with the Economics and Country Risk podcast, hosted by Kristen Hallam. Chris Rogers and John Abbott join…

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What companies are doing to address the plastic pollution problem 38:57

21d ago38:57

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Ahead of Earth Day on April 22, we’re continuing our series on plastic with a look at steps some companies are taking to address the growing plastic pollution problem. The ESG Insider podcast launched the series ahead of international plastic treaty talks taking place in Ottawa, Canada April 23-29. More than 170 countries will gather to negotiate a…

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How renewables and AI drive cyber threats for utilities 26:25

18d ago26:25

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Cyber threats are mounting for utilities' critical infrastructure assets globally. If used by savvy hackers, AI also provides new tools for those trying to disrupt power supply or extract data. Decentralization of assets through the rollout of renewables is growing the attack vector for malign actors, NERC SVP Manny Cancel tells Energy Evolution co…

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Exploring West Africa's oil product flows in a changing refining landscape 18:53

18d ago18:53

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Ahead of ARDA Week 2024 in Cape Town, South Africa, S&P Global Commodity Insights reporters Matthew Tracey-Cook, Kelly Norways and Elza Turner join Joel Hanley to discuss the changing dynamics of oil products markets in West Africa following the fresh development that Nigeria’s giant Dangote refinery has exported its first refined product cargo des…

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What's at stake in UN plastic pollution treaty talks 25:35

18d ago25:35

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More than 170 countries will gather in Ottawa, Canada between April 23 and April 29 to negotiate a legally binding instrument on plastic pollution with a view to agreeing on a global treaty by the end of 2024. In this episode of the ESG Insider podcast, we’ll hear from stakeholders who will be present at the negotiations about key issues being deba…

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Ep. 163 - Enterprise Security Concerns 22:58

19d ago22:58

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Effectively managing information security for any enterprise can be a challenge, but airlines have to deal with the compounding effects of regulations in multiple domains, life safety issues and much more. Air New Zealand CISO, Phil Ross, joins host Eric Hanselman to discuss prioritizing cybersecurity efforts, the practical aspects of zero trust an…

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Navigating the new and old: what lies ahead on India’s energy transition map? 36:01

19d ago36:01

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India's energy transition strategy encompasses greater adoption of a wide range of renewable fuels to go with baseload coal for decades to come, with new policies on CCUS, carbon markets and power reforms set to play a role in the decarbonization of the third largest greenhouse gas emitter of the world. In this Platts Future Energy podcast, Consult…

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How plastic impacts companies, investors, public health and the environment 41:26

24d ago41:26

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Ahead of Earth Day on April 22, we’re launching a miniseries of the ESG Insider podcast looking at plastic. We’ll explore how plastic impacts human health and the environment, how companies and investors are approaching the topic, and what to expect from international plastic treaty negotiations starting April 23. In today's episode, we hear about …

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Catching up with Innovators throughout the battery materials supply chain 24:08

25d ago24:08

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Wrapping up the series of episodes featuring interviews gathered at CERAWeek by S&P Global, co-host of Energy Evolution Taylor Kuykendall shares bits of conversations with executives from new, innovative companies across different parts of the battery materials supply chain. Guests on this episode are: Gabi Knesel, a senior vice president at Locus …

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The price of delaying the US' Strategic Petroleum Reserve refill 16:41

1M ago16:41

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The Biden administration recently said it was no longer looking to buy up to 3 million barrels of crude for August and September to refill the Strategic Petroleum Reserve, which was drawn down to prevent oil price spikes following Russia’s invasion of Ukraine. With oil prices lingering at $85/b to $90/b, what are the chances the Department of Energ…

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The Gather, Ask, Do Method of Communication with Susan McPherson 24:23

29d ago24:23

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Learn more about Susan: Susan’s LinkedIn McPherson’s Strategies Website If you enjoyed this episode, please: Subscribe, rate, and review on Apple Podcasts Follow on Spotify Instructions on how to do this are here Doing Sustainability: Exploring ESG & Corporate Brand is handcrafted by our friends over at: fame.so Previous guests include Alison Taylo…

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Ep. 162 - The cloud native journey 25:44

1M ago25:44

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While getting to a cloud native development pattern is a goal for most organizations, it can be a significant journey to transform both infrastructure and processes. Analyst Carl Lehmann joins host Eric Hanselman to explore the paths that can move enterprises forward. DevOps approaches can speed development, Site Reliability Engineering (SRE) can c…

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CERAWeek: How energy transition discussions are shifting 55:13

1M ago55:13

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This week the ESG Insider podcast is covering key themes from one of the world’s largest energy conferences — the annual CERAWeek gathering hosted by S&P Global in Houston, Texas. The event convenes stakeholders from across sectors to discuss solutions to the biggest challenges facing the future of energy, the environment and climate — and the mess…

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National Grid, Portland General Electric CEOs share thoughts on the energy transition 34:26

1M ago34:26

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Energy Evolution continues to showcase interviews with influential leaders in the energy transition after co-host Taylor Kuykendall returned from CERAWeek 2024 by S&P Global, the company's flagship energy conference. In this episode of the Energy Evolution podcast, Maria Pope, President and CEO of Portland General Electric, and John Pettigrew, CEO …

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Diesel and tanker markets react to bombed Russian refining infrastructure 13:31

1M ago13:31

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A sharp increase in Ukrainian drone attacks on Russian energy infrastructure has those in the refined products markets looking at the near-term implications for export volumes, trade flows, freight rates and commodity prices. S&P Global estimates that Russian refineries with a combined nameplate capacity of over 1.6 million b/d nationwide have now …

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Mitsubishi Heavy Industries America, Svante CEOs on the future of carbon capture 34:58

1M ago34:58

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Energy Evolution continues to showcase interviews with influential leaders in the energy transition after co-host Taylor Kuykendall returned from CERAWeek 2024 by S&P Global, the company's flagship energy conference. For this episode, Taylor sat down with Mitsubishi Heavy Industries America CEO Takajiro Ishikawa and Svante President and CEO Claude …

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Ep. 161 - Payment technology in automotive 24:17

1M ago24:17

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The integration of payment technologies in the automotive realm offers interesting potential, but it has to be done with care to ensure customer experience meets expectations. FinTech’s move into the EV software ecosystem is a first step and analysts Beatriz Minamy and Sophia Furber join host Eric Hanselman to explore automotive as the latest softw…

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CERAWeek: How cleantech companies are innovating to facilitate the energy transition 24:27

1M ago24:27

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In this episode of the ESG Insider podcast, we’re looking at the role that technological innovation will play in finding solutions for the low-carbon energy transition. This was a big topic at S&P Global’s annual CERAWeek conference in Houston, Texas, and we sat down on the sidelines of the event with two CEOs running emerging technology companies …

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Catching up with the CEO behind the largest clean energy infrastructure project in US history 25:25

1M ago25:25

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Energy Evolution continues to showcase interviews with influential leaders in the energy transition as co-host Taylor Kuykendall returns from CERAWeek 2024, by S&P Global, the company's flagship energy conference. In this episode, we talk with Hunter Armistead, the CEO of Pattern Energy. Pattern Energy is developing SunZia Wind and Transmission to …

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Oil production and carbon capture takeaways from CERAWeek 19:47

2M ago19:47

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The 2024 CERAWeek by S&P Global conference just wrapped up in Houston, where oil industry executives were talking up, often aggressively, the need for oil and gas to remain in the mix during the transition to cleaner energies. They also discussed environmental solutions which will be needed to keep that oil flowing, namely the need for large-scale …

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The Sound Business Sense of ESG with Geoff Trotter 40:36

2M ago40:36

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Learn more about Geoff: Geoff’s LinkedIn ESG Excel website If you enjoyed this episode, then please either: Subscribe, rate, and review on Apple Podcasts Follow on Spotify Instructions on how to do this are here Doing Sustainability: Exploring ESG & Corporate Brand is handcrafted by our friends over at: fame.so Previous guests include Alison Taylor…

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Women in Leadership: Why Mercer CEO turned down the top role — twice 24:23

1M ago24:23

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To celebrate Women’s History Month, we’ve relaunched our ‘Women in Leadership’ series of the ESG Insider podcast. Over the coming months, we’ll speak with women CEOs and leaders from across industries and around the world. In today’s episode, we talk with Martine Ferland, CEO of global consulting firm Mercer, which is a business of professional ser…

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Energy transition insights from a former DOE Secretary and the COP24 President 37:57

1M ago37:57

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Energy Evolution continues to showcase interviews with influential leaders in the energy transition as co-host Taylor Kuykendall returns from CERAWeek 2024, by S&P Global, the company's flagship energy conference. On this episode, we start with a chat with Ernest Moniz, former US energy secretary under the Obama administration, and now president an…

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Ep. 160 - AI use cases 31:58

1M ago31:58

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While there is no end of generative AI discussion, it’s not often clear how it’s being used. Nick Patience and Alex Johnston return to explore the results of a recent study that digs into AI use cases with host Eric Hanselman. Projects are charging forward and concerns around data dominate. Getting access to data remains challenging, but, as use ma…

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Bonus episode: At CERAWeek, oil producers seek incentives for energy transition 18:15

2M ago18:15

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Oil industry executives at the CERAWeek by S&P Global conference were largely bullish on oil production growth, shedding recessionary concerns voiced the prior year. They were less enthusiastic about the pace of energy transition, citing the need for more certainty from governments on carbon pricing and other incentives. In this bonus episode of th…

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Curbing emissions in the oil and gas industry 18:01

2M ago18:01

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This week, Energy Evolution reports from CERAWeek, S&P Global's flagship energy conference. Today’s conversation is with Colin Parfitt, vice president of Midstream at Chevron Corporation. Parfitt discussed Chevron’s approach to cutting carbon emissions intensity in the oil and gas business amid growing energy demand, the role of liquified natural g…

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Why Water.org CEO says the world’s water challenges are 'inherently solvable' 20:25

2M ago20:25

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Today is World Water Day, and we’re talking with Gary White in the latest episode of the ESG Insider podcast. Gary is CEO of the nonprofit Water.org, which he co-founded with actor Matt Damon. Gary is also CEO and Co-Founder of impact investment manager WaterEquity. In the interview, he talks about the intersection of water challenges and climate c…

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CERAWeek: One big bank’s solution to the energy tech finance gap 17:20

2M ago17:20

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In this episode of the ESG Insider podcast, we sit down on the sidelines of CERAWeek with Ana Carolina Oliveira, Head of Sustainable Finance in the Americas for ING, a global banking and financial services corporation headquartered in Amsterdam. Ana explains how ING is working with companies across sectors to facilitate the low-carbon transition — …

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Russia’s oil market under pressure from tighter sanctions, refinery attacks 13:25

2M ago13:25

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In the midst of Vladimir Putin’s rubber-stamp re-election as Russian President through March 15-17, a tightening of G7 sanctions led by Washington has seen over 10 companies and dozens of vessels put on the sanctions list for price cap circumvention since October. In addition, the election coincided with a significant increase in Ukrainian attacks …

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