The Energy Pipeline

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.

The Energy Pipeline is a business podcast hosted by Josh Lowrey, with 138 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 80.

Josh Lowrey hosts The Energy Pipeline, a business show with 138 episodes published.

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

  Sep 30, 202644 min

  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

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

  Sep 16, 202644 min

  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

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

  Sep 2, 202646 min

  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

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  Building Energy Events with Mark Immekus | Ep.135

  Aug 5, 20261h 2m

  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

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

  Jul 21, 20261h 1m

  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

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