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In this episode, John Lassek, Principal Deputy Assistant Secretary for Hydrocarbon and Geothermal Energy (HGEO), shares with Host, Elena Melchert, insights into the Department of Energy’s recent reorganization, strategic focus areas, and the importance of public-private partnerships in advancing oil, gas, and geothermal energy security.

LINKS
John Lassek biography
https://www.energy.gov/hgeo/person/john-lassek

HGEO Strategic Plan: Advancing American Energy Dominance, Security, and Global Leadership https://www.energy.gov/hgeo/hgeo-strategic-plan-advancing-american-energy-dominance-security-and-global-leadership-0

Office of Subsurface Energy https://www.energy.gov/hgeo/office-subsurface-energy

Office of Oil and Gas https://www.energy.gov/hgeo/office-oil-and-gas

NETL Oil & Gas Center of Excellence https://netl.doe.gov/centers-of-excellence/oil-gas

DOE Natural Gas and LNG Regulation https://www.energy.gov/hgeo/regulation

U.S. Natural Gas Is Supplying Energy to the World: July 2026 Summary https://www.energy.gov/hgeo/articles/us-natural-gas-supplying-energy-world-july-2026-summary

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In this episode, Ritesh Tolia, co-founder of Telepresenz, talks with Host, Elena Melchert, about how AI-powered platforms are transforming frontline operations between teams, workflows, safety intelligence, and operational knowledge to help industrial organizations improve field execution, safety, compliance, and efficiency.
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https://www.linkedin.com/company/telepresenz-official/
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wWT0qhSDB7o
https://telepresenz.com/
https://youtu.be/CKCukQPiwlA

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In this episode, Matt Oberdorfer, CEO, EOT shares insights with Host, Elena Melchert, on how AI and time series models are transforming upstream oil and gas operations, emphasizing practical applications, data cleaning, operator training, and the future of AI-driven decision making.

LINKS

• eot.ai : our software company which is focused on time series AI models that can be used by operators and engineers (without coding)
• chronx.ai : the actual software that is using a time series transformer model to enables future discovery dashboards where engineers can train, learn and validate their private AI models for equipment they are responsible for.
• A scientific summary on time series transformer model in AI: https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S1574013725001595 :
• How a transformer model works (very technical) https://www.alignmentforum.org/posts/pHPmMGEMYefk9jLeh/llm-basics-embedding-spaces-transformer-token-vectors-are
• Here is a prompt / question that anyone can put into ChatGPT / Claude / etc. I like this prompt a lot because it will work in anyones context (try it out for yourself and copy and paste it into AI).
“Explain time-series transformer models in simple terms for an oil & gas upstream engineer. Explain how they learn from large multivariate histories of sensor data (pressure, temperature, vibration, flow, etc.) and discover complex temporal relationships to understand equipment behavior, answer questions about the past, and predict what happens next. Use practical examples with pumps, compressors, ESPs, wells, and production facilities. Compare transformers with traditional AI/ML and explain why and when transformers can be better, particularly when dealing with large amounts of historical data, many interacting signals, and complex relationships across time.”

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In this episode, Martyn Fear, COO of Promethean Energy, talks with Host, Elena Melchert, about the complex world of offshore well decommissioning, the challenges faced, and innovative solutions to optimize costs and safety in the industry.

LINKS
https://info.promethean-energy.com/upstreampodcast

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Claudia Molina, Founder and President of SeguEN shares her journey through the energy industry, her insights on innovation, and her new book ‘Energy Mavericks’ that highlights servant leadership and technological breakthroughs across energy sectors.

LINKS
About Energy Mavericks: Energy Mavericks by Claudia Molina
About SeguEN: AI Systems for Energy & Subsurface Operations | SeguEN
About Claudia Molina: (2) Claudia Molina, MDS, MBA, P. ENG. | LinkedIn

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In this episode, Christopher Donaleski, founder of AI Advisory Group, shares insights on how to validate decisions in the age of AI, emphasizing the importance of understanding biases, decision frameworks, and the impact of organizational culture on AI implementation. This episode was recorded live at the 2026 Energy, Drones, and Robotics Conference held at The Woodlands, TX

LINKS
https://thevalidatedmind.com/
https://www.linkedin.com/in/cdonaleski/
https://substack.com/@thevalidatedmind

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In this episode, Elena Melchert interviews Michael Lowder, Senior Strategic Account Manager, Percepto, about the latest advancements in drone automation and AI for oil and gas asset inspection. They explore how these technologies improve safety, efficiency, and decision-making in the energy industry. Recorded live at the 2026 Energy, Drones, and Robotics Conference, The Woodlands, TX

LINKS
https://www.linkedin.com/in/michael-lowder-954126187/

https://www.linkedin.com/feed/update/urn:li:activity:7474823336053878785

Chevron<>Percepto testimonial

Percepto EPA OOOOa/b approval

Percepto AI emission detector

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In this episode, Elena Melchert interviews Patrick Bangert, Chief of Artificial Intelligence at Occidental Petroleum, about the evolution and application of AI in the oil and gas industry. They explore how advancements in compute power, data, and scientific innovation are transforming upstream operations and future opportunities.

LINKS
Oxy | Zero In

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In this episode, Elena Melchert interviews Sean Guerre, Executive Director, Innovate Energy Network, about emerging technologies in the energy sector, including drones, robotics, AI, and security. They explore how these innovations are transforming upstream oil and gas operations, enhancing safety, efficiency, and decision-making.

LINKS
https://innovateenergynow.com/
https://innovateenergynow.com/events/edr-summit-2027

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In this episode, Elena Melchert interviews Kyle Haustveit, Former Assistant Secretary for Hydrocarbons and Geothermal at the US Department of Energy, now the U.S. Department of Energy’s Under Secretary of Energy as if May 22, 2026.
Recorded at OTC 2026, this discussion includes the recent realignment of energy offices, the importance of critical minerals, and innovations in oil, gas, and geothermal energy.

LINKS
https://www.energy.gov/
https://www.energy.gov/person/kyle-haustveit
https://www.energy.gov/leadership-organization
https://www.energy.gov/hgeo/hydrocarbons-and-geothermal-energy-office
https://www.energy.gov/cmei/ammto/critical-minerals-and-materials

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In this episode, Dr. Richard Middleton shares with Host, Elena Melchert, insights into carbon capture, utilization, and storage (CCUS). He focuses on software tools that can screen for good CCS candidates around the world, that excel at pipeline routing, and that can optimize a CCS project location.

LINKS

Carbon Solutions Services, Software, and Projects: https://www.carbonsolutionsllc.com/carbon-solutions-services-software-and-projects
Carbon Solutions software website: https://www.carbonsolutions-software.com
Carbon Scout Global home: https://carbonscout.carbonsolutions-software.com
GeoRoutify home: https://www.carbonsolutions-software.com/software/georoutify
GeoStratify home: https://www.carbonsolutions-software.com/software/geostratify
Carbon Scout Global news release: https://www.carbonsolutions-software.com/news/announcement/announcement-2026-07-14-carbon-scout-global-now-available
Carbon Scout Global video series: https://www.carbonsolutions-software.com/case-studies/video-carbonscout-fundamentals-series
Global CO2 Storage paper news release: https://www.carbonsolutions-software.com/news/data-spotlight/data-spotlight-2026-06-29-global-basins-for-storing-co2

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In this episode recorded live at the Offshore Technology Conference 2026, Host, Elena Melchert, interviews John Dabbar, Executive Director of the National Petroleum Council, exploring the council’s role, recent studies, and the future of energy resources including oil, natural gas, and critical minerals. They discuss stakeholder engagement, regulatory challenges, and innovative research at national labs.

LINKS
https://www.npc.org/

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In this episode recorded in person at the CCUS Conference 2026, Host, Elena Melchert talks with Ed Covington, Vice President of Strategy and Markets at Pelican Energy Consultants, who shares insights into the complex world of CO2 processing, pipeline transport, and the role of supercritical CO2 in CCS and EOR projects. Discover how decades of pipeline experience and innovative engineering are shaping the future of carbon capture and storage.
LINKS:
Pelican Energy Consultants | Explore Energy Solutions Today

CCUS | Explore CCUS Solutions Today — Pelican Energy Consultants

Pelican SOQ CCUS

Pelican CCUS Projects List

Contact | Get in Touch Today — Pelican Energy Consultants

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In this episode, Host, Elena Melchert, invites Dr. Neeraj Gupta to share his extensive journey in carbon management, CCS research, and the innovative work at Battell. Discover the history, challenges, and future of CCS with prospects of offshore CO2 storage and the evolution of CCS technology. Of note is the role of the U.S. Department of Energy, industry, and academia.

LINKS
Battelle Website – www.Battelle.org
Battelle CCUS Solutions – https://www.battelle.org/markets/industry/energy/carbon-storage-solutions
Explore-ACS Offshore CO2 Storage Assessment – www.explore-acs.org
Midwest Regional Carbon Initiative – www.midwestCCUS.org
Regional Partnership to Commercial Deployment – https://www.battelle.org/insights/case-studies/case-study-details/bringing-carbon-capture-utilization-and-storage-(ccus)-to-commercial-scale-through-the-midwest-regional-carbon-sequestration-partnership-(mrcsp)

LinkedIn – Neeraj Gupta – https://www.linkedin.com/in/neeraj-gupta-54514656

LinkedIn – Battelle – https://www.linkedin.com/company/battelle/posts/?feedView=all

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Explore the critical intersections of electricity transmission, competition, and costs in this insightful discussion between Host, Elena Melchert, and Paul Ciccio, Chairman, Electricity Transmission Competition Coalition. They dive into how lack of competition affects transmission costs and what policy changes could make a difference for consumers and industries like oil and gas.

LINKS
Website – https://electricitytransmissioncompetitioncoalition.org/
LinkedIn – https://www.linkedin.com/company/electricity-transmission-competition-coalition/?viewAsMember=true
X/Twitter – https://x.com/ElectricityTCC

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In this episode, Elena Melchert interviews Jag Gattu, founder and CEO of Uptime AI, about how AI is transforming the decision-making process in upstream oil and gas operations. They explore the evolution of data analytics, how the development of sensor technology is essential to the role of AI in decision-making, and practical applications for optimizing profitability.

LINKS
https://www.uptimeai.com/

https://try.uptimeai.com/reinjection-case-study

https://www.linkedin.com/in/jagadish-gattu-a1822b4

https://www.linkedin.com/company/uptimeai-inc

https://www.uptimeai.com/resources/executive-interview-jagadish-gattu-at-ceraweek-2026/

https://www.uptimeai.com/resources/the-next-frontier-of-proftability-with-ai-reasoning-agents/

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In this episode, we explore the sophisticated technology behind modern drilling operations, focusing on mud motors and measurement while drilling (MWD). Our guests from MS Directional share insights into how these tools enable precise wellbore placement and the future of drilling technology.

Featuring Derek Koller and Chuck Davis.

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In this episode, Elena Melchert interviews Bryan Mandelbaum, Vice President at Black & Veatch, about the future of LNG, floating LNG technology (FLNG), and the critical role of energy in global development. They explore the technical, economic, and geopolitical aspects of LNG projects, risk management, and the evolving energy landscape. Recorded in person at 2026 CERAWeek by S&P Global

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Fuels and Natural Resources | Black & Veatch

Floating LNG | Black & Veatch

PRICO®: Proven LNG liquefaction for onshore and floating, modular solutions | Black & Veatch

LNG Industry on FLNG: a Black & Veatch perspective | Black & Veatch

Water | Black & Veatch

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In this episode, climate scientist turned entrepreneur Dr. Garrett Boudinot shares the innovative technology behind Vycarb, a company developing a groundbreaking method to accelerate ocean carbon sequestration by converting CO2 into bicarbonate. Discover how this solution offers a scalable, permanent, and low-cost approach to industrial carbon storage, with real-world pilots and global project plans.

LINKS
https://vycarb.com/
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1cExXlNCnOFQWBzPXgziR0Z_qIxDOIh6Q/view?usp=drive_link Vycarb team at the pilot site in Brooklyn NY, summer 2025

https://drive.google.com/file/d/1IKG1ElKgWEWgVwHp3mmQAy0lhv3f1Izg/view?usp=drive_link Research Technician Farhana Rahman testing water samples in the lab

https://drive.google.com/file/d/182TL4BiMtC2U2wZ9hCf8MMYw3sTzMdGZ/view?usp=drive_link Sr. Mechanical Engineer Jason Glover at the Brooklyn pilot site.

https://drive.google.com/file/d/1F6UqfrcVTmz8PC6z1nWYxH-EKN_EhUJ7/view?usp=drive_link Mechatronics Engineer Prafull Moona running Vycarb’s DI-Sea sensors

https://drive.google.com/file/d/1OFp43yyLxSoE9TcHCvd7fgr8zoJ4d3xA/view?usp=drive_link Mechatronics Engineer Prafull Moona running the Brooklyn pilot.

Pilot Site Photos
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1PexDQfec_3xuiv-fU0ih3MCpOtn68zbZ/view?usp=sharing

https://drive.google.com/file/d/1vVKMiUHoblG9VEkPDk_4bhBSshQNlhsn/view?usp=drive_link

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In this episode, recorded in person at the 2026 SPE-AAPG-SEG CCUS Conference, The Woodlands, TX, Host, Elena Melchert, talks with John Hamling, Asst. Vice President, Strategic Partnerships at the University of North Dakota Energy & Environmental Research Center. John shares insights about the transferability of research results from the Bakken to unconventional reservoirs around the world.
LINKS
EERC main website: Energy & Environmental Research Center | University of North Dakota https://undeerc.org/

Bakken Production Optimization Program (BPOP) site: BPOP | University of North Dakota https://undeerc.org/research/projects/bpop.html

Plains CO2 Reduction Partnership (PCOR) site: Home – The PCOR Partnership https://pcor.undeerc.org/

EERC LinkedIn page: https://www.linkedin.com/company/energy-&-environmental-research-center/posts?lipi=urn%3Ali%3Apage%3Ad_flagship3_company_posts%3BLBAXbI3tTbGPhG5DMTkOUQ%3D%3D

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