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The Energy PragmatistSpecial Feature: Amy Speaks on Energy Realism – Oil, Gas & the Truth About the TransitionIn this special feature, Amy steps outside of The Energy Pragmatist to join Paul Hickin on the Petroleum Economist podcast for a candid conversation on energy realism. Together, they unpack the evolving role of oil and gas alongside renewables, why each country’s energy transition will look different, and the urgent need to address energy illiteracy-from policymakers to the public.2025-07-0818 minThe Energy PragmatistEp. 8 Debunking the Myths & Defining the Future: Highlights from PRAGMA’s London Launch PanelRecorded live at PRAGMA’s London Launch at Marylebone Cricket Club, this expert panel explores the evolving role of oil and gas in the UK’s energy mix.Featuring:Martin Copeland, CFO, Serica Energy plcNatalie Coupar, Communications Director, Offshore Energies UK (OEUK)Russell Borthwick, Chief Executive, Aberdeen & Grampian Chamber of CommerceThe panel tackles public misconceptions, energy security, emissions targets, and policy challenges—reinforcing PRAGMA’s commitment to advocacy and education.A must-listen for energy professionals, investors, and anyone shaping the future of oil and gas.2025-07-0424 minThe Energy PragmatistEp. 7 Interview with Sayma Cox, CEO, Concordia EnergyEarlier this month Amy Miller sat down with Sayma Cox, Former CEO of North Sea Midstream Partners and now Founder and CEO of Concordia Energy to discuss what inspired her to start the business, the role of oil & gas in the energy transition, her differentitated approach to creating value and how her first job in industry, offshore, has shaped her leadership philiosophy.2025-05-1217 minThe Energy PragmatistEp. 6 Podcast with Rob West, Founder, Thunder Said EnergyAmy Miller, CEO of PRAGMA sat down in front of a live audience last week with Rob West, Founder and Chief Analyst at Thunder Said Energy.There is a shift in perspective that is gaining ground, that unleashing better energy is likely to deliver the best human outcomes through 2050. This means vastly more energy, at a lower cost, to unlock new possibilities (including AI), and to mitigate the consequences of inevitable climate change (rather than pretending we can stop climate change). This is a total departure from the decarbonization movement's 2019-21 consensus, that the best human outcomes would be...2025-04-3034 minThe Energy PragmatistEp. 5 Interview with Damian Beauchamp, President & CEO, 8 RiversDamian Beauchamp, President & CEO of 8 Rivers, joins the Energy Pragmatist – during this episode, Damian explains the executive orders that the Trump administration has signed since it came into office as it relates to decarbonization priorities and shares what this could mean in terms of where legislation and capital are headed. He also talks about the partnerships and technologies within 8 Rivers’ broader strategy that are well positioned to address the growing demand for sustainable power solutions amid anticipated power demand growth in light of AI & data centre development.2025-04-2321 minThe Energy PragmatistEp. 4 Interview with Dan Romito, Managing Director at Pickering Energy PartnersIn this engaging episode of "The Energy Pragmatist," host Ben West convenes with Dan Romito of Pickering Energy Partners during PRAGMA's New York Launch Party. They delve into Texas's record-breaking energy demand, which is expected to surge to 150 Gigawatts in the next five years, underscoring the limitations of nuclear, wind, and solar energy and highlighting natural gas as the likely alternative.The conversation also covers strategies to reignite investor interest in the energy sector, focusing on the critical need to address water, power, and transmission challenges in tandem. Additionally, Romito provides insights from his recent report, "American...2025-03-2623 minThe Energy PragmatistEp. 3 Interview with Robin Fielder, Board Member, PRAGMAIn a recent episode recorded at PRAGMA's launch party at Nasdaq, Amy Miller sits down with Robin Fielder, former Head of Sustainability at Talos Energy and current PRAGMA board member. They explore the significant roles that both large cap and small/mid cap companies play in advancing low carbon projects. Robin details the necessary steps to make Carbon Capture, Utilization, and Storage (CCUS) a pivotal decarbonization strategy. She also addresses the expected shifts from traditional finance sectors in the coming year and discusses strategies to demonstrate how oil & gas investments can align with decarbonization efforts. Additionally, the dialogue covers...2025-03-2523 minThe Energy PragmatistEp.2 Mark Viviano, Managing Partner & Head, Public Equities, KimmeridgeBen West, Chief Strategy Officer at Pragma Energy, joined Mark Viviano, CFA and Board Member at Kimmeridge, to discuss the strategic positioning of Oil & Gas companies in today's market, focusing on leveraging core competencies and the implications of shareholder expectations on environmental policies. They also explored the potential for increased consolidation within the Upstream E&P sector and its impact on the industry's sustainability and profitability.2025-03-2427 minThe Energy PragmatistInterview with Steve Trauber, Chairman & Global Head of Energy & Clean Technology, MoelisBen West, Chief Strategy Officer sat down with Steve Trauber, Chairman & Global Head of Energy & Clean Technology at Moelis to discuss the reality of "drill baby drill", the importance of gas, the impact of AI and data centres on power demand and the important role the oil & gas industry has in coming together to address climate change.2025-03-2425 min