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In this episode of the Connected Workers podcast, host Andrew Chrostowski welcomes Trevor Lamson from the Alberta Machine Intelligence Institute (Amii). They discuss Amii’s origins, its role in advancing artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning in Canada, and its alignment with the national AI strategy. Trevor highlights Amii’s focus on research, literacy training, and commercialization, emphasizing the importance of AI literacy for frontline workers and the broader workforce. The conversation also touches on Amii’s significant achievements, including training over 250,000 individuals in AI literacy and its partnerships with various industries to enhance efficiency and safety through AI applications. Amii enjoys a unique position as a nonprofit organization that bridges the gap between research and practical application, particularly in the energy sector. 

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In this episode of Oil and Gas Upstream, host Elena Melchert interviews Lewis Matthews, CEO of Project Gemini. They discuss Matthews’ journey into the oil and gas industry, the importance of data and AI in modeling and decision-making, and how Project Gemini is revolutionizing portfolio optimization through innovative techniques. The conversation highlights the integration of human expertise with AI, the significance of causal frameworks, and how game theory can be used to optimize oil and gas portfolios from a large number of options.

linkedin.com/in/lewis-matthews-52449352 https://projectgeminae.net/ Click for example of causal inference of induced seismicity https://github.com/Project-Geminae/induced-seismicity

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In this episode of the Energy Transition Solutions Podcast, host Joe Batir interviews Chris Alfano, founder and CEO of 360 Energy, a company specializing in mobile gas off-take services. Chris shares his background in finance and fintech before transitioning into the oil and gas industry. He explains how 360 Energy co-locates natural gas generators with Bitcoin mining data centers on oil and gas pad sites, turning what would otherwise be wasted gas into a valuable commodity. The conversation delves into the challenges and successes of implementing this technology, particularly in the context of fluctuating gas prices and environmental regulations.

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00:00 Introduction to 360 Energy and Chris Alfano

01:13 Understanding Mobile Gas Off-Take Services

04:19 The Economics of Gas Off-Take

10:41 Why Choose Mobile Gas Off-Take?

15:50 The Role of Bitcoin Mining in Energy Solutions

19:33 Addressing Nuisance Natural Gas

21:40 The Impact of Halliburton Labs on 360 Energy

30:45 Environmental Considerations in Gas Off-Take

34:32 Final Thoughts and Future Outlook

Chris’s Book Recommendation:

 Atlas Shrugged by Ayn Rand

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In this episode of the Energy Transition Solutions Podcast, Joe Batir interviews Alex Marshall, Group Director at Clark Energy, during the Reuters Energy Live Conference. They delve into the evolving landscape of distributed energy solutions, particularly focusing on off-grid power systems and absorption chillers. Alex shares insights from his 30 years of experience in the industry, emphasizing the importance of combined heat and power (CHP) systems and how they can significantly reduce carbon emissions while providing efficient energy solutions for data centers. The conversation highlights the challenges and opportunities in the data center market, especially regarding energy demand and cooling needs, and how innovative technologies can address these issues.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Clark Energy and Distributed Energy Solutions

02:40 The Data Center Boom and Energy Demand

05:10 Absorption Chillers and Cooling Needs

11:20 The Energy Trilemma: Balancing Cost, Resilience, and Carbon

18:27 Future of Distributed Energy and Clark Energy’s Role

Alex’s Book Recommendation: 

The Machine Gunners by Robert Westall

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In this episode, Russell sits down with Annette Kreuz, Area Vice President for Gallagher Benefit Services, to discuss the complexities of the U.S. health system, the role of employers in health care, and innovative approaches to improve employee health and productivity. She highlights the increasing prevalence of chronic conditions among workers and the need for employers to rethink their health care strategies, focusing on creating health rather than just providing insurance. The discussion also covers the importance of primary care, accountable care organizations, and the potential for employers to invest in proactive health solutions.

Contact Annette Kreuz via LinkedIn: www.linkedin/in/annettekreuz

Gallagher’s Health Strategy site: www.ajg.com/gallagher-drive/

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In this episode of the Connected Workers podcast, host Andrew Chrostowski speaks with Yan Simard, CEO of Kognitiv Spark, about the evolution of mixed reality technology and its application in the oil and gas industry. They discuss the importance of cognitive companions for frontline workers, the challenges of knowledge transfer in an aging workforce, and how RemoteSpark can enhance worker expertise and productivity. Yan shares insights on the significance of security and reliability in industrial tech, the transformation of maintenance practices, and the role of AI in shaping the future of work. The conversation also touches on overcoming resistance to change and ensuring safety in complex work environments.

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As Oil & Gas Automation and Technology Week (OGAT) approaches, I sit down with Mark Giles, Managing Director at AMG World, for a deep dive into what senior energy leaders actually need to know about digital transformation in today’s oil and gas industry.

OGAT Week isn’t your typical trade show. It’s an intimate, high-level conference designed for real problem-solving—bringing operators, EPCs, and technology leaders together to tackle automation, data maturity, AI, digital twins, and the realities of delivering measurable ROI.

OGAT is Feb 10th and 11th in Houston, Texas. Find out more info in the Link below

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Massive untapped oil and gas reserves discovered beneath the Permian. What will it take to tap it?

https://finance.yahoo.com/news/massive-untapped-oil-gas-reserves-194434604.html

U.S. completes first sale of Venezuelan oil, valued at $500 million, official says

https://www.cbsnews.com/news/us-completes-first-sale-venezuelan-oil

Chevron takes final investment decision on Leviathan gas expansion

https://www.bicmagazine.com/projects-expansions/midstream/chevron-takes-final-investment-decision-on-leviathan

Energy Transfer to upsize Transwestern Pipeline’s Desert Southwest expansion project

https://www.bicmagazine.com/projects-expansions/midstream/energy-transfer-upsize-transwestern-pipelines-desert-southwest-expansion

Hamm to Halt Drilling in Bakken Shale

https://www.rigzone.com/news/wire/hamm_to_halt_drilling_in_bakken_shale-16-jan-2026-182785-article

Oil steadies as Iran supply fears ease and Greenland moves into spotlight

https://www.reuters.com/business/energy/oil-prices-steady-ebbing-iranian-protests-lower-chance-us-attack-2026-01-19

Venezuelan Crude Rerouting Favors U.S. Refiners Over China

https://pgjonline.com/news/2026/january/venezuelan-crude-rerouting-favors-us-refiners-over-china

EU Could Rely on U.S. for Up to 80% of LNG Imports by 2030, Report Warns

https://pgjonline.com/news/2026/january/eu-could-rely-on-us-for-up-to-80-of-lng-imports-by-2030-report-warns

ADNOC Gas Signs $3 Billion, 10-Year LNG Supply Deal with HPCL

https://pgjonline.com/news/2026/january/adnoc-gas-signs-3-billion-10-year-lng-supply-deal-with-hpcl

Vietnam’s EVN Secures $1.13 Billion Loan for LNG-Fired Power Plant

https://pgjonline.com/news/2026/january/vietnam-s-evn-secures-113-billion-loan-for-lng-fired-power-plant

TechnipFMC Wins Major Subsea Scope on Mozambique FLNG Project

https://pgjonline.com/news/2025/december/technipfmc-wins-major-subsea-scope-on-mozambique-flng-project

Chevron Houston Marathon’s has raised over $41 million for local Houston charities since its inception in 1995

Chevron Houston Marathon Leaderboard

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