The Energy Question David Blackmon

In Episode 103 of" The Energy Question" David Blackmon interviews Jerry Greenwich about the hidden mechanisms of innovation and their implications for the energy sector. They discuss how current advancements often involve refining old technologies rather than groundbreaking inventions, with examples like electric vehicles and renewable energy sources. Jerry emphasizes the need for deep, sustained thinking and experimentation—what he calls the forward plane—to achieve true innovation in energy generation, storage, and distribution.Jerry also highlights the importance of recognizing the moral and ideological dimensions influencing energy policy and innovation. His book, "First Invisible, Then Obvious," offers a framework for fostering creativity and long-term investment to tackle complex problems in energy and beyond. This conversation sheds light on how we can cultivate these abilities to drive meaningful progress.For a thought-provoking discussion on technology, energy, and policy, tune in to hear Jerry's insights and expertise.Highlights of the Podcast01:08 - Jerry Greenwich's background03:46 - First invisible Then Obvious 08:07 - Little thing of fourth plane and generation 08:36 - Back Plane09:50 - Creation of This Forward Plane Type Thing 10:42 - The experience in my own life13:24 - The Forward Plane building activity 14:34 - Representation, Precedes, Comprehension 16:42 - The Hungry Don't Get Fed 17:35 - Creativity and Innovation 20:22 - What's going on in the energy space 24:45 - Dumb Data28:26 - About Papyrus 31:16 - The writing system and the writing medium33:54 - The initial premise of principle dynamic processes 35:35 - Social Message37:16 - The emotional side of things 40:12 - The Civil Servants43:02 - When you spend money like a Drunken Sailor45:09 - The Overton Window49:33 - The abiotic story of oil52:02 - The ideas in the book 

The Energy Question: Episode 102 - Kathleen Sgamma, President of Western Energy AllianceIn Episode 102 of " The Energy Question" The Kurdistan Workers' Party, commonly known as the PKK, is officially designated as a terrorist organization by several countries and international organizations. This includes the United States, the European Union, Turkey, and NATO, among others. The PKK has been involved in an armed struggle against the Turkish government, seeking greater autonomy and rights for Kurds within Turkey. The designation is due to its history of violent activities, including attacks on civilian and military targets.Highlights of the Podcast01:00 - Little background on its history, membership, and its mission02:47 - Federal issues05:24 - Natural capital accounting06:42 - The Department of Interior08:52 - When President Trump came in 201710:57 - Joe Manchin 14:34 - Disproportionately impact to small producers 19:57 - Methane regulation22:29 - The UK and Europe23:57 - The White House, considering declaring a climate emergency26:43 - Zero emissions

In Episode 101 of " The Energy Question" South African energy expert Hugo Kruger is back for a return engagement. In this episode David Blackmon interviews Hugo about current energy happenings in South Africa and across the Global South. Enjoy!Higlights of the Podcast00:40 - A wealth of information 01:15 - The second largest circulation in the country 03:34 - The government is choosing who's going to win 05:06 - The flagship companies for these countries 08:14 - The insurance costs on to the poorest households 10:17 - The U.S. and all these gas 11:23 - The system is so complex13:56 - The U.S. you still have the fluctuating rates16:32 - The highest intensity of coal use in CO218:11 - The most flexible meter method 20:52 - The Cape of Good Hope24:21 - A democracy that's doing the right decisions 25:23 - The Russian supply away from the Germans27:03 - The message they sending to Europe 28:04 - The presidential elections

In Episode 100 of " The Energy Question" Michelle Manook, CEO of FutureCoal, discusses the organization's mission to represent all aspects of the coal value chain and the need for responsible energy policies. The conversation covers topics like the importance of baseload power, the impact of shipping disruptions on the coal industry, and the challenges of transitioning to renewable energy sources. Manook emphasizes the importance of factual, non-emotional discourse in shaping energy policy and invites engagement with FutureCoal through its website and LinkedIn page.Highlights of the Podcast00:48 - FutureCoal: Membership and mission02:59 - Demand for coal being driven by developing nations03:40 - Energy Security, reliability and affordability are critical04:21 - The Energy Trilemma is not solved, contrary to popular belief06:49 - The Global South is firmly focused on energy reliability, affordability and security08:22 - The enormous cost of the transition11:36 - What a new modern coal plant actually does in terms of emissions14:49 - The conversation around energy in general 15:43 - Responsibility in the power generation space18:14 - The energy debate lacks facts20:48 - Shipping disruptions23:02 - The nature of coal players24:24 - The future coal platform27:52 - Current technology29:03 - Challenging the notion of what is responsible policy, investment, etc.: How do we define reposibility?

In Episode 99 of "The Energy Question" David Blackmon interviews the great Tom Nelson, one of the finest debunkers of climate-related disinformation working today, and co-producer of Climate: The Movie.Highlights of the Podcast00:26 - Climate The Movie 05:09 - Bad weather 06:09 - CO207:05 - Climate change08:28 - Clean Power Plan 11:27 - Whole idea in California 12:33 - The electric vehicles industry15:47 - Goal of the climate alarm movement 19:54 - The climate scam 20:44 - Unabated coal fired power plants23:17 - Climate crisis 23:57 - Cloud seeding in Dubai 25:07 - Hertz 27:44 - The US was way worse in the 70s than now 

In Episode 98 of "The Energy Question" Gifford Briggs the Gulf Coast Regional Director for the American Petroleum Institute (API). David Blackmon discuss various topics including Briggs' role at API, the oil and gas industry in the Gulf Coast region, carbon capture and sequestration initiatives in Louisiana, offshore leasing challenges, state-specific issues, and hurricane preparedness. Briggs highlights API's coordination efforts with emergency management officials and the industry's commitment to safety and energy supply during hurricane season.Highlights of the Podcast00:45 - The American Petroleum Institute API 03:13 - The Louisiana oil and gas industry 04:43 - A tremendous cross-section of what's happening in the industry 07:06 - A tremendous service industry in south Louisiana that's worked offshore 13:53 - Oil and natural gas to other sources of energy15:43 - The EPA in advance their regulatory and legislative frameworks20:58 - The public was demanding electric vehicles right now 25:45 - The companies and the emergency management people 27:48 - The efforts of state associations