Petroleum Economist Podcast

Leading up to the Women's Global Leadership Conference in Energy, Gulf Energy Information sat down with Caroline Alting, Senior Vice President, Operational Excellence, Noble Corporation. In this episode, Ms. Alting discusses her career progression and the role of women in the oil and gas industry, including major inflection points of her career, advice for attracting and retaining female talent, advice for young women starting their career and much more.

Petroleum Economist sat down with Neil Atkinson, Independent Energy Analyst and former head of the Oil & Industry Markets Division of the IEA, to discuss the intertwined histories of the IEA and OPEC.

This episode of the Carbon Economist Podcast focuses on the current landscape and advancements in Carbon Capture and Storage (CCS) in Europe. Hosted by Paul Hickin, editor in chief at Carbon Economist, the episode features Caterina de Matteis, senior policy manager for IOGP Europe. Discussed topics include the challenges, advancements, and partnerships in CCS, cost and regulatory issues, commercial risks, and stakeholder co-operation. Emphasis is placed on the evolving policies supporting CCS initiatives, financial mechanisms, and the need for increased public awareness.

The oil market is waiting for clarity on oil demand given a lack of consensus over the outlooks outside the big consumers and is asking questions over oil balances mainly with gasoline and diesel given the arrival of big refiners like Dangote and the impact on the rest of the downstream industry, says Commodity Context founder Rory Johnston in an interview with Petroleum Economist editor-in-chief Paul Hickin. He also highlights the market’s nagging doubts as to what price point OPEC+ is looking to defend at the end of Q3 when some of the cuts may be unwound and suggests it would be better for the oil market if the US worked in sync with OPEC+ to help provide stability via its limited but useful SPR tool.

Namibia’s oil output may reach the same scale as Guyana and could demonstrate to both Africa and the world the transformative power of oil, says African Energy Chamber’s executive chairman NJ Ayuk. In a conversation with Petroleum Economist’s editor-in-chief, Paul Hickin, Ayuk points out the crucial and growing role gas will play in meeting the continent’s energy security, affordability and sustainability needs, the importance of a sound fiscal and regulatory framework and the need to lure international investors rather than get trapped by resource nationalism. The African energy specialist also highlights the abundance of smaller yet significant hydrocarbon stories beyond the headline-grabbing Namibia across the region and the wealth of opportunities still to be explored.

In this episode of Energy Oracles, Simon Ferrie discusses the intricacies of the global oil market with Jim Burkhard, vice president of oil markets at S&P Global. Broadcasting from CERAWeek 2024, they analyse the diverging demand outlooks of OPEC and the IEA, the effects of OPEC+ supply constraints and the shifting dynamics of non-OPEC production. Insights into Russian oil flows, the impact of geopolitical events and the future of oil supply restraint are also covered, providing a comprehensive analysis of current trends and future projections in oil markets. Join us for a deep dive into these pressing issues affecting global energy policies and market dynamics.

In this episode of Energy Oracles, Stuart Penson, editor of Carbon Economist and Hydrogen Economist, is joined by Jeroen Van Hoof, Chair of the World Energy Council, Netherlands, and Chair of the 2024 World Energy Congress Organising Committee. They delve into the multifaceted challenges and opportunities of the energy transition in Europe, focusing on the pathways to achieving net zero. Jeroen shares insights from his extensive experience in the energy sector, discussing the current state of renewable energy projects, the role of policy and investment in accelerating change and the crucial need for infrastructural transformation to support new energy solutions like hydrogen. As Europe navigates its transition, the conversation highlights the intricate balance between technological advancements, policy frameworks and financial strategies essential for a sustainable energy future.

In this episode of "Energy Oracles," Stuart Penson converses with Dr. Angela Wilkinson, Secretary General & CEO of the World Energy Council, about the nuances of the energy transition. Dr. Wilkinson shares insights from her journey towards advocating for sustainable energy practices, covering the importance of addressing energy transitions with a holistic approach, focusing on decarbonisation, diversity and digitalisation. Highlighting the upcoming World Energy Congress in Rotterdam, Dr. Wilkinson stresses collaboration and human-centric stories as essential for achieving equitable energy systems globally. Tune in for a compelling dialogue on shaping a sustainable energy future.

In this episode, Simon Ferrie engages with David Fyfe, chief economist at Argus Media, in a deep dive into the current state and future outlook of the global oil markets amidst ongoing conflicts, economic sanctions and the unpredictable dynamics of supply and demand. They explore the significant divergences in OPEC and IEA demand outlooks, dissect the reasons behind slow demand growth and forecast the future of oil production cuts. Additionally, they delve into the ramifications of sanctions on Russia, Iran and Venezuela and the emerging significance of India in the global energy demand landscape.

Join Paul Hickin, Stuart Penson, and Simon Ferrie in this episode of Energy Oracles, as they dissect their findings from London International Energy Week. They discuss the complex world where oil, gas, and green energy intersect, highlighting the massive challenge and rapid expansion of renewables, despite rising emissions and energy demand. The conversation also covers the pivotal role of non-OPEC production growth, the reality check on hydrogen, and the intricacies of carbon pricing in driving the energy transition. Amidst the backdrop of geopolitical shifts and economic uncertainties, this episode offers a concise exploration of the key themes shaping the global energy agenda.