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E337: Navigating the Future of Energy with Chevron's Andy Walz
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In this episode of SacTown Talks, Jarrett hosts Andy Walz, President of Chevron of the Americas, for an in-depth conversation about the energy sector, Chevron's role, and the future of fuel. Andy shares his 35-year journey with Chevron, which took him and his family around the globe, from San Diego to Singapore. He discusses the division of Chevron into upstream and downstream operations, Chevron's longstanding history in California, and the challenges and transformations the energy industry faces due to environmental policies, highlighting California's pioneering role. Andy talks about the complexities of producing and pricing fuel in California, including the impact of taxes, regulations, and the state's isolation from national pipeline networks. They also delve into renewable fuels, the transition towards greener energy, and the potential of natural gas and hydrogen as future energy sources. Additionally, the conversation covers Chevron's efforts in producing renewable gasoline blends and the broader challenges of meeting global energy needs while reducing carbon emissions. Andy emphasizes the importance of collaboration between policymakers and the energy sector to ensure energy remains affordable, reliable, and increasingly cleaner.
This Episode was recorded on 5/9/24
00:00 Welcome to SacTown Talks: A Dive into California Politics
00:20 Meet Andy Walls: Chevron's Journey and Global Experiences
01:47 Exploring Chevron's Operations and Innovations in the Americas
02:30 California's Environmental Leadership and Chevron's Role
04:39 The Evolution of Fuel: From Ethanol Blends to Renewable Diesel
06:57 Navigating California's Green Transition and Fuel Affordability
09:41 Legislative Impacts and the Economics of Fuel in California
12:24 The Complexities of Fuel Pricing and California's Unique Challenges
15:39 Refinery Dynamics and the Future of Fuel in California
20:54 The Challenges of Electric Vehicle Adoption
21:47 Evolving Demand for Electric Cars Amidst COVID-19
23:17 The Role of Natural Gas in a Clean Energy Future
25:15 Exploring Hydrogen's Potential in Reducing Carbon Emissions
26:40 The Importance of Diverse Energy Solutions
29:53 Innovations and Alternatives in Fuel Technology
31:16 The Efficiency and Future of Oil and Gas
33:06 Global Energy Needs and Environmental Responsibility
35:17 Navigating Energy Policies Across Different Jurisdictions
38:17 Collaboration for a Sustainable Energy Future
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Manage episode 420559987 series 2876152
In this episode of SacTown Talks, Jarrett hosts Andy Walz, President of Chevron of the Americas, for an in-depth conversation about the energy sector, Chevron's role, and the future of fuel. Andy shares his 35-year journey with Chevron, which took him and his family around the globe, from San Diego to Singapore. He discusses the division of Chevron into upstream and downstream operations, Chevron's longstanding history in California, and the challenges and transformations the energy industry faces due to environmental policies, highlighting California's pioneering role. Andy talks about the complexities of producing and pricing fuel in California, including the impact of taxes, regulations, and the state's isolation from national pipeline networks. They also delve into renewable fuels, the transition towards greener energy, and the potential of natural gas and hydrogen as future energy sources. Additionally, the conversation covers Chevron's efforts in producing renewable gasoline blends and the broader challenges of meeting global energy needs while reducing carbon emissions. Andy emphasizes the importance of collaboration between policymakers and the energy sector to ensure energy remains affordable, reliable, and increasingly cleaner.
This Episode was recorded on 5/9/24
00:00 Welcome to SacTown Talks: A Dive into California Politics
00:20 Meet Andy Walls: Chevron's Journey and Global Experiences
01:47 Exploring Chevron's Operations and Innovations in the Americas
02:30 California's Environmental Leadership and Chevron's Role
04:39 The Evolution of Fuel: From Ethanol Blends to Renewable Diesel
06:57 Navigating California's Green Transition and Fuel Affordability
09:41 Legislative Impacts and the Economics of Fuel in California
12:24 The Complexities of Fuel Pricing and California's Unique Challenges
15:39 Refinery Dynamics and the Future of Fuel in California
20:54 The Challenges of Electric Vehicle Adoption
21:47 Evolving Demand for Electric Cars Amidst COVID-19
23:17 The Role of Natural Gas in a Clean Energy Future
25:15 Exploring Hydrogen's Potential in Reducing Carbon Emissions
26:40 The Importance of Diverse Energy Solutions
29:53 Innovations and Alternatives in Fuel Technology
31:16 The Efficiency and Future of Oil and Gas
33:06 Global Energy Needs and Environmental Responsibility
35:17 Navigating Energy Policies Across Different Jurisdictions
38:17 Collaboration for a Sustainable Energy Future
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