In this episode, our host, Joe Batir, speaks with Matt Herpich, CEO of Conduit Power, and discusses the company’s focus on electrification and decarbonization in the oil field. The company primarily works with oil and gas upstream and midstream companies in West Texas, where there is a structural mismatch between localized gas prices and value. Conduit Power aims to provide reliable and dispatchable power to meet the growing demand for electricity in the energy transition. The conversation explores the importance of dispatchable power generation, the role of natural gas in decarbonization, and the need for a mix of engineering and policy to achieve net-zero emissions. The guest emphasizes the need for reliable and resilient power supply, especially during crisis events like storms. The conversation also touches on the importance of reducing demand through energy efficiency and behavioral changes. The guest discusses Conduit’s approach to decarbonization, including flare mitigation, battery storage, and the use of mobile units. The guest highlights the need for a diverse energy mix and the importance of commercial incentives in driving decarbonization efforts.

Matt’s book recommendation:

Siddhartha by Hermann Hesse

Keywords

electrification, decarbonization, onsite power, virtual midstream, dispatchable power

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Matt Herpich

03:53 What Conduit Power Does

08:19 The Importance of Natural Gas in Electricity Production

12:26 The Role of Conduit Power in the Energy Transition

28:38 Dispatchable Power Generation and Downtime Prevention

31:49 Flare Mitigation and Methane Reduction

36:34 Managing Batteries and Natural Gas as a System

42:05 Engineering and Policy for Net-Zero Emissions

44:07 Understanding the Urgency of Dispatchable Generation

52:34 Passion for Power and Openness to Conversation

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