In this episode of Energy Newsbeat – Conversations in Energy, Stuart Turley, Mike Umbro, and Ronald Stein discuss the energy crisis in California, highlighting the state's over-reliance on foreign oil and its impact on national security. They explore the challenges of refining capacity, the state's environmental policies, and the need for a shift from stringent regulations to practical solutions like expanding domestic oil production. The conversation underscores the importance of securing permits for critical energy infrastructure, with a call for action to address California's looming energy shortages and their consequences for the U.S. economy.

Thank you Ronald and Mike for stopping by the podcast, and I loved our conversation! Stu

"I don't need hugs, I need drilling permits" - Mike Umbro - I loved this quote.

"California is now a national security risk." Ronald Stein - This is a serious problem for the Trump administration, as Gavin Newsom seems bent on destroying California's energy and finances.

Ronald Stein on America Outloud News: https://www.americaoutloud.news/author/ronald-stein-p-e/

Ronald Stein on LinkedIn here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ronaldstein/

Mike Umbro on LinkedIn here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mikeumbro/

Please check out Mike Umbro on X Here. https://x.com/MikeUmbro

Highlights of the Podcast 

00:00 - Intro

01:51 - California's Energy Crisis

03:22 - California’s Oil Import Challenges

04:47 - California’s Regulatory Challenges

05:21 - California’s Energy Security Risk

07:15 - The Future of Electric Vehicles (EVs) in California

09:07 - The Hydrogen and Natural Gas Solution

11:00 - Potential Solutions for California’s Energy Issues

12:35 - The Importance of Permits

13:05 - California’s Dependency on Foreign Oil

14:16 - The Dark Fleet and Environmental Concerns

15:01 - Unethical Practices in the Green Movement

17:16 - Working with the Next Generation

19:45 - California's Energy Future and Policy Change

22:20 - Returning to California’s Energy Independence

25:01 - Offshore Drilling and Environmental Risks

29:58 - The Impacts of California's Energy Policies on National Elections

32:07 - Final Thoughts