This episode of the Pipeliners Podcast features a thoughtful conversation with Scott Tinker on the realities of the global energy landscape and the often-misunderstood narrative surrounding the energy transition. The discussion explores energy demand, economic development, and the continued role of both traditional and emerging energy sources, offering a fact-based perspective on what the future […]
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Episode 353: Remote Power where the Sun Don’t Shine with Andre Scholtz
In this episode of the Pipeliners Podcast, Andre Scholtz from Solarcraft returns to discuss Remote Power where the Sun Don’t Shine, or, powering remote sites where solar energy isn’t viable. The conversation explores alternatives like generators, fuel cells, and wind turbines, diving into the challenges of selecting and maintaining appropriate power sources for remote operations. […]
Episode 343: Designing Reliable Solar Power with Andre Scholtz
In this episode of the Pipeliners Podcast, host Russel Treat speaks with Andre Scholtz, Technical Director at Solarcraft, about designing reliable solar power systems. They discuss key considerations such as understanding load requirements, environmental impacts on solar panel efficiency, and common mistakes in system design and maintenance. The conversation also emphasizes the importance of accurate […]
Episode 254: Using Turbo Expander Generators for Electric Power from Natural Gas with Michael Longo
This week’s Pipeliners Podcast episode features Mike Longo of Anax Power to discuss using turboexpanders to generate carbon-free power from natural gas. In this episode, you will learn about turboexpanders and why they are used, how the energy gained from the turboexpanders is stored and used, and how electrolyzers can help the industry begin slowly […]
Episode 253: Carbon Management and the Energy Transition with Chuck McConnell
Influenced by Chuck’s presentation at API 2022, Russel and Chuck discuss carbon management and decarbonization, using technology to make the necessary changes, and the challenges surrounding those efforts. In this episode, you will learn how we are becoming more energy intensive as a society, in turn causing the industry to take steps necessary to achieve […]
Episode 77: Determining Batch Arrival Time in Slack Line Operations with Giancarlo Milano
Recorded on-site at PSIG 2019 in London, Russel Treat and Giancarlo Milano of Atmos International discuss the factors that go into determining batch arrival time of product that is moved through a pipeline during slack line operations. This insightful conversation includes a discussion of the variables that affect batch delivery, the importance of communicating accurate […]
Episode 59: The Crude Life with Jason Spiess and Russel Treat
In this week’s Pipeliners Podcast episode, host Russel Treat reverses roles as the interview subject. Listen to renown broadcaster Jason Spiess of The Crude Life Network interview Russel about the Pipeliners Podcast, the growth of our podcast in its second year, and more interesting tidbits you may not know about! The Crude Life: Show Notes […]
Episode 56: Texas Energy with Railroad Commissioner Ryan Sitton
The Pipeliners Podcast kicks off 2019 with a very special episode. Russel Treat welcomes Ryan Sitton, a Texas Railroad Commissioner, for the first episode of the new year. In this episode, you will learn about the three primary functions of the railroad commissioners in Texas, how the Railroad Commission acts as an advocate for the […]
Episode 18: The Politics of Pipelines with David Holt
Have you considered advocating for the energy and pipeline industries? You don’t need an official position or a big title to advocate for smart energy practices in our country. In this episode of the Pipeliners Podcast, find out how David Holt of the Consumer Energy Alliance works with big players in Washington, D.C., oil and […]