Presented by:
Subscribe to receive notifications about new Energy Policy Watch episodes.
On the eve of Hart Energy’s first in-person event in more than a year, DUG Haynesville, Jack Belcher, principal at Cornerstone Government Affairs, continues his Energy Policy Watch series by talking with Louisiana Congressman Rep. Garret Graves (R-6th).
Graves, who has been integral in setting oil and gas policy for quite some time, sits in a unique position as the ranking member on the House Select Committee on the Climate Crisis as a Republican. He took time out of his busy schedule to talk about that and the issues concerning the natural gas-rich state as we enter into the energy transition.
“A lot of folks when they hear the climate change term run the other way and I totally disagree,” he said. “I think it’s a flawed strategy and I’ve been pushing the opposite. I think we hit it head on.”
“And let me tell you why ... the facts are on our side,” he explained adding that it is the U.S. that has led the world in reducing emissions and investment in energy research and development.
“These are things we need to be proud of,” he said.
Topics:
- Challenges from the administration (1:52)
- Minimizing the damage to the oil and gas industry (2:53)
- Public disconnect on natural gas and policy (4:41)
- An American-based clean energy future (6:23)
- Policy that damages the offshore industry (7:07)
- Energy independence (8:11)
- Climate Crisis committee and opportunities (9:44)
- Paris Accord’s ‘dirty secret’ (10:50)
- Technology’s role in meeting clean energy goals (15:40)
- Energy research and development strategy (17:50)
- Infrastructure bill’s impact on oil and gas (18:55)
- Keystone XL shutdown / Colonial cyberattack (20:30)
- Nord Stream 2 sanctions (21:30)
- Vulnerability of cyberattacks (23:00)
Energy Policy Watch is a partnership between Hart Energy and Cornerstone to bring regular video updates on legislative and regulatory actions affecting the energy industry. Guests range from key representatives or congressional staff to relevant cabinet-level officials and executive branch personnel. View More Energy Policy Watch Episodes Here.
Recommended Reading
Exxon Explores Sale of Conventional Permian Basin Assets
2024-08-27 - Exxon Mobil, which closed a $60 billion takeover of Pioneer Natural Resources this year, is exploring selling legacy conventional assets in the Permian Basin.
Viaro Energy to Buy Shell, Exxon’s North Sea Assets
2024-08-01 - When the transaction is completed, Viaro Energy will control 11 fields that produced 28,000 boe/d in 2023, 5% of the U.K.'s total gas production.
Solaris to Acquire Mobile Energy Rentals, Rename to Solaris Energy Infrastructure
2024-07-10 - Following the closing of its deal to acquire Mobile Energy Rentals, Solaris Oilfield Infrastructure will also be rebranding to Solaris Energy Infrastructure to more closely represent its expanded solutions offerings.
Talos Makes Discovery, Adds Prospect to Drilling Portfolio in GoM
2024-09-05 - Talos Energy Inc. made an oil and natural gas discovery at the Ewing Bank 953 well and entered into an agreement to began prospecting the Sebastian well in the Gulf of Mexico.
Energy Producer Maverick's Owner Explores Sale Valuing It at $3B, Sources Say
2024-08-14 - Owned by energy-focused investment firm EIG, Maverick Natural Resources is working with investment bankers at Jefferies on the sale process.
Comments
Add new comment
This conversation is moderated according to Hart Energy community rules. Please read the rules before joining the discussion. If you’re experiencing any technical problems, please contact our customer care team.