Let’s Talk Energy and discuss the impact of US President Donald Trump’s policies on the global energy industry. Noah is joined by Mike McCormick, Partner in Rystad Energy’s Advisory practice and lead author of our Trump & Energy report series. Energy has been at the center of Trump’s economic and trade policies since taking office for a second time. Clear winners and losers are emerging. Trump’s cuts to clean tech subsidies may slow some industries like offshore wind, but in other green energy sectors like solar, advances in technology and cost decreases may outweigh a lack of government support. US LNG exports have taken center stage in trade negotiations, but tariffs could increase costs for new projects. Can Trump unleash American energy without increasing domestic energy prices?

NOTE: At 28:08, Mike McCormick refers to the construction of the Mountain Valley Pipeline; this should be the Coastal GasLink Pipeline. 

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Trump and Energy - Third Edition  (clients only)

Deep Dive Report: Tariff impact on supply chains  (clients only)

OBBBA to reduce shale breakevens, but paradigm shift for Lower 48 unlikely  (clients only)

North American LNG: Contracting jumps but each FID makes the next tougher (clients only)

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Let’s Talk Energy and examine the strategic changes of the largest western oil and gas companies with Olga Savenkova, Head of Rystad Energy’s Oil and Gas Corporate Strategy Research. Western oil firms have transformed their portfolios to navigate the pressures of lower commodity prices, evolving investor preferences and climate risk. Some of these changes are easy to track, such as growing shareholder returns, while others, such as their aggressive cost reductions, are more subtle. But lower commodity prices and rising costs will challenge these companies to maintain their hard-won gains. Can they strike the right balance between reinvestment and returns in an uncertain future?

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Lower profitability puts pressure on E&P investments and buyback programs (accessible for non-clients)

Supermajors post weakest earnings in years amidst a challenging quarter (clients only)

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Let’s Talk Energy and figure out how today’s news will influence tomorrow’s energy system. Jarand Rystad, founder and CEO of Rystad Energy, tackles the question of whether we are seeing a real energy transition or simply an energy addition. He touches on the impact of cycles of energy abundance and scarcity in the short-term and how a long-term shift will be driven by technology. One key factor is advancements in energy storage, particularly batteries. As the energy landscape evolves, consumers will reap the greatest benefit through lower prices but energy companies can still create value for their shareholders with innovative technology and business models.

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Trump and Energy – Third Edition (condensed version for non-clients)

Trump and Energy - Third Edition (clients only)

Global temperature spotlight: Is 2.0°C the new 1.5°C? (clients only)

Energy Macro Report – Renewables and Power Outlook 2025 (clients only)

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Let's Talk Energy and explore the future of oil supplies with Artem Abramov, Deputy Head of Analysis at Rystad Energy. In this inaugural episode, the challenges of reserve replacement and the potential for another oil and gas development supercycle are discussed. Artem shares his views on how technology can improve exploration and production efficiency. He emphasizes the influence of corporate strategy on reserve replacement trends and the importance of sustained high oil prices to encourage additional production.

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For detailed information on the topic, click on the report available to Rystad Energy clients. This press release is available to all readers.

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Let’s Talk Energy is a podcast from Rystad Energy that delivers timely, expert-led insights into the global energy landscape. Hosted by Noah Brenner, who has covered the evolution of energy for more than 20 years, each episode features in-depth conversations with Rystad Energy experts, as well as the occasional special guest.

Together, we explore the most important developments shaping the energy world, from oil production and power demand to market-moving geopolitics. Whether you're an industry veteran or simply curious about energy, you'll find clear and thoughtful discussions.

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