The Energy Pipeline

Josh Lowrey

The Energy Pipeline, powered by Upright Digital and sponsored by Cat Oil & Gas, is hosted by Josh Lowrey. Each week, the show explores the conversations shaping today’s oil and gas industry from operations in the field to innovation, technology, and long-term sustainability. Featuring insights from industry leaders and decision-makers, The Energy Pipeline dives into the challenges, opportunities, and tools driving progress across the energy value chain, and how the industry continues to evolve in a rapidly changing world.

  1. 3d ago

    Eric Fierson on Technology, Emissions & the Evolution of Natural Gas | Ep. 138

    The energy industry is evolving, and technology is changing how natural gas operations keep up.   On The Energy Pipeline, sponsored by Cat Oil & Gas, host Josh Lowrey welcomes Eric Fierson, Emissions Manager at Caterpillar Oil & Gas, to discuss how emissions regulations shape oil and gas operations, how AI is supporting regulatory research, and the growing role of natural gas compression.   Eric also explores rising demand from data centers and G3600 technology updates that can reduce methane exhaust emissions by up to 40% through retrofit options.   00:00 Podcast Welcome 00:14 Meet Eric Fierson 02:13 Eric Career Origins 03:47 Why Cat Culture Works 07:54 Emissions Team Scope 09:22 Emissions Rules Explained 12:58 AI And Customer Insights 17:28 Compression Basics 18:40 Data Centers Drive Demand 20:32 Cross Division Collaboration 23:05 Conferences vs Lobbying 24:45 Regulations Drive Innovation 27:03 Testing for Reliability 28:09 Methane Cut Breakthrough 30:20 More Than Methane 31:16 From Motorcycles to Engines 32:32 Product Strategy Role 35:41 Closing Question Confidence 36:12 University Partnerships Pipeline 37:21 Arizona Rivalry Banter 39:20 Staying Ahead of Rules 40:18 EWTC and Industry Training 42:33 Podcast Wrap and Thanks

    Eric Fierson on Technology, Emissions & the Evolution of Natural Gas | Ep. 138

  2. Sep 16

    Kasey Hohl on Rethinking Power in Frac Operations | Ep.137

    Electric frac is reshaping how operators approach power and efficiency. Host Josh Lowrey welcomes Kasey Hohl of Evolution Well Services to discuss the rise of electric frac, Evolution’s integrated eFrac systems, and how field gas and power generation can deliver fuel savings and operational flexibility. Kasey also shares insights on Evolution’s PRISM culture and the growing role of engineering, automation, and AI in the field. 00:00 Welcome and Introductions 01:09 Studio Setup and Podcast Habits 02:48 Tech Adoption and Plaud Notes 04:55 Casey Background and Education 06:52 Pioneer to Evolution Story 08:37 Early eFrac Skepticism 10:22 Evolution Culture and Offices 12:37 Why Operators Choose eFrac 14:26 Integration and Customer Demands 18:19 Field Gas and New Partnerships 20:28 Winning Partner Trust 21:02 Long Term Value 23:34 Evolve Beyond Fixes 26:39 PRISM Culture Model 29:46 Customer Success Bridge 34:29 Challenge The Organization 36:15 AI And Data Centers 39:01 Podcast Reach Story 41:34 Supply Chain Spotlight 42:43 Wrap Up And Links

    Kasey Hohl on Rethinking Power in Frac Operations | Ep.137

  3. Sep 2

    Paul Dunn on The Future of Carbon Capture | Ep.136

    Capturing CO2 is only half the challenge. On The Energy Pipeline, sponsored by Cat Oil & Gas, host Josh Lowrey sits down with Paul Dunn, Chief Engineer, Low Carbon Solutions at Caterpillar, to explore the technology, economics, and future of carbon capture. Dunn explains Caterpillar’s thermal swing adsorption approach, compares it with other capture technologies, and revisits a 2019 field demonstration.  He also discusses 45Q tax credits, carbon monetization in Canada, demand from AI data centers, and a Solar Turbines technique that doubles CO2 concentration while cutting exhaust flow in half. 00:00 Podcast Welcome 00:12 Meet Paul Dunn 01:05 Rhode Island Vs Houston 03:07 Paul’s Engineering Path 06:06 Carbon Capture Options 08:41 Thermal Swing Breakthrough 11:56 Prototype And Acquisition 13:39 Caterpillar Business Model 16:08 Carbon Capture In 2026 17:25 CO2 EOR Explained 20:18 Books And Practicalities 21:32 Where Will CO2 Go 23:06 45Q Credit Gets Real 24:11 Bipartisan Support for CCS 25:35 Canada and Paris Monetization 27:16 From Theory to Deployment 30:23 AI Data Centers Demand Power 33:44 Biggest Barrier: Storage Sites 36:12 Caterpillar Approach Thermal TSA 37:06 Gas Turbine CO2 Concentration Trick 41:01 Scaling Inside Caterpillar 44:53 Wrap Up and Where to Find Them

  4. Aug 5

    Building Energy Events with Mark Immekus | Ep.135

    What separates a good event from a day attendees will never forget?   On The Energy Pipeline, sponsored by Cat Oil & Gas, host Josh Lowrey sits down with Mark Immekus, President of Events at Upright Digital, to discuss his journey through oil and gas, media and the evolution of O&G industry events.   Mark shares how he helped grow the DUG conferences, navigated industry downturns and COVID-19, launched the Thrive Energy Conference, and how he has built memorable experiences by focusing on customer experience, attention to detail, and long-term relationships.   00:00 Podcast Returns 00:43 Meet Mark Immekus 02:10 Why Mark Matters 03:36 Handball to Houston 09:21 Breaking Into Events 11:55 Crisis and Hart Energy 13:58 Building DUG Powerhouse 20:30 Deals Made on Show Floor 23:10 COVID and New Chapter 32:15 Launching Thrive Blueprint 34:30 Building Thrive Fast 35:11 Why Its Called Thrive 37:05 Thrive 2021 Breakthrough 39:55 DEP Barbecue Takes Off 40:50 Ranch Chaos And Rainout 43:42 Camaraderie Over Trade Shows 44:58 Exclusive No Soliciting Rules 47:59 Caterpillar Booth Strategy 50:58 Obsessing Over Details 54:55 Team Culture And Praise 57:51 Post Event Self Critique 01:00:39 Bands Riders And Wrap Up

  5. Jul 21

    The Future of Energy Leadership with Stephen Preng | Ep. 134

    What does it take to find the leaders shaping the future of energy?   On The Energy Pipeline, sponsored by Caterpillar Oil & Gas, host Josh Lowrey sits down with Stephen Preng, Consultant and Practice Leader of Global Energy Services at Preng & Associates, to discuss executive search, talent strategy, and the future of leadership in the energy industry.   Preng shares how Preng & Associates has built its reputation through deep industry expertise, retained executive search, and a rigorous evaluation process. He also explores leadership trends across oil and gas and power, the impact of AI-driven energy demand, the "great crew change," and the qualities that define exceptional leaders in today's evolving energy landscape   00:00 Podcast Welcome 01:11 Preng Global Reach 03:34 Not Just Recruiters 06:57 Stephen’s Career Path 09:37 Why Companies Outsource 10:49 Networking at Conferences 13:05 Research Team Insights 16:18 Hottest Talent Markets 17:49 Great Crew Change Debate 20:43 Assessments and Culture Fit 27:09 AI in Executive Search 30:01 Defining Great Leaders 30:46 Servant Leadership Traits 31:48 Leadership In Different Markets 32:45 Books And Influence Lessons 35:05 Transferable Success Debate 37:04 Culture Clash In Energy 40:33 AI And Power Shift 43:46 Leaders Who Inspire 52:07 Preng Firm Differentiators 54:44 Favorite Placement Story 59:03 Wrap Up And Where To Find

  6. Jul 8

    Richard Rodriguez on Cyber Resilience, AI Governance & the Future of Data Centers | Ep. 133

    How can companies stay resilient in the age of AI? On this episode of the Energy Pipeline Podcast, sponsored by Cat Oil & Gas, Josh Lowrey sits down with Richard Rodriguez, Founder & CEO of ClearSync Solutions, to discuss cyber resilience, AI governance, cloud strategy, and the growing demand for data centers. They also explore why many data center projects fail and how AI can help organizations make faster, smarter decisions. 00:00 Welcome and Sponsor Intro 00:28 Studio Banter and Watch on YouTube 03:04 Why Richard Matters 04:14 NOV Days and Early Career 07:40 Acquisitions Spark Tech Shift 10:08 Rubicon Oilfield Rocket Ship 13:35 ClearSync Launch After COVID 14:35 Cybersecurity Rescue Story 16:55 What ClearSync Actually Does 25:08 Cyber Resilience Explained 25:49 AI Adoption and Governance 28:07 Cloud Costs and Strategy 31:34 Convergence Moment in Energy 32:45 AI and Peptides Banter 33:34 Data Center Build Blueprint 35:21 From Land to Cooling 39:41 GPUs and Supply Reality 41:33 Is AI a Bubble 43:36 AI Agents for Operations 49:09 Bridging Business and IT 53:38 Governance and Data Readiness 56:37 Wrap Up and Where to Find

  7. Jun 24

    Marshall Dodson on Authentic Leadership, Industry Cycles, and AI in the Oilfield | Ep. 132

    What does it take to rebuild and reposition an oilfield services company in one of the industry’s most challenging markets?   On The Energy Pipeline, sponsored by Cat Oil & Gas, host Josh Lowrey sits down with Marshall Dodson, President and CEO of Key Energy Services, to discuss the company’s transformation, strategic focus, and vision for the future.   Dodson shares how Key Energy is returning to its core strengths, navigating industry cycles, leveraging technology to improve safety and preserve institutional knowledge, and building a culture focused on excellence, authenticity, and long-term value creation.   00:00 Welcome and Introductions 01:22 Authentic Leadership 02:55 Work Ethic and Loyalty 05:03 What Key Energy Does 07:11 Focus on Being the Best 10:15 Cycles and Survival 14:14 Violence of the Market 16:43 Early Signs of an Uptick 18:44 Recovering More From Wells 21:49 Boots on the Ground CEO 23:48 Meeting Employees in Midland 25:15 Mystery Shopping Hiring 26:26 Safety Tech Not Big Brother 27:43 Cameras Deliver Results 30:08 Future of Well Servicing 33:33 AI Demand and Energy 35:51 AI Bubble Economics 39:06 Ask Bob Safety AI 42:49 Automation Versus Economics 43:58 Culture and Career Reps 49:39 Wrap Up and Farewell

  8. Jun 10

    Molly Determan and Tim Tarpley on The Energy Challenge Behind the AI Boom | Ep. 131

    Can America Meet the Energy Demand Surge?   In this episode of The Energy Pipeline Podcast, sponsored by Cat Oil & Gas, host Josh Lowrey sits down with Molly Determan and Tim Tarpley, Presidents at EWTC, to discuss how AI, data centers, and industrial growth are reshaping energy demand.   The conversation covers energy infrastructure, permitting reform, workforce evolution, energy security, and what it will take to power the next generation of growth.   Tune in for an insightful look at one of the biggest challenges facing the energy industry today.   00:00 Welcome and Introductions 02:02 Understanding EWTC Organization 05:35 Advocacy and Lobbying Efforts 07:49 DC Fly-Ins Experience 10:40 Personal Stories Matter 13:16 EWTC's Industry Impact 17:23 Collaboration and Committee Work 19:49 COVID Response and Support 20:44 Tariffs and Current Challenges 21:44 Venezuela Market Opportunities 23:38 State of Energy Workforce 25:30 AI and Data Centers 27:18 Energy Demand and AI 27:51 The 100 Gigawatt Challenge 29:05 Balancing Focus and Awareness 30:11 Permitting Reform Explained 30:59 Pipeline Capacity Constraints 31:53 State Level Barriers 33:11 New York NIMBYism Story 35:27 Shifting Energy Security Mindset 36:22 Value of EWTC Membership 38:36 Digital Workforce Evolution 40:52 EWTC Events Overview 41:44 Committee Events and Conferences 44:20 June 17th Energy Forum 45:49 Leadership Forums and Networking 47:29 Exciting Times in Energy 48:07 Reflecting on COVID Era 49:27 Consistency and Legacy 51:50 Closing Remarks

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The Energy Pipeline, powered by Upright Digital and sponsored by Cat Oil & Gas, is hosted by Josh Lowrey. Each week, the show explores the conversations shaping today’s oil and gas industry from operations in the field to innovation, technology, and long-term sustainability. Featuring insights from industry leaders and decision-makers, The Energy Pipeline dives into the challenges, opportunities, and tools driving progress across the energy value chain, and how the industry continues to evolve in a rapidly changing world.

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  • Creator
    Josh Lowrey
  • Years Active
    2023 - 2026
  • Episodes
    139
  • Rating
    Clean
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    © Copyright 2026 The Energy Pipeline
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