The Offshore Energy Podcast
Offshore energy and ocean innovation in the United States is transforming the way we power our nation. Join our hosts Ian Voparil and Jim Bennett as they discuss current events, innovation, technology, and the future of the offshore energy ecosystem.
With decades of combined experience, these two industry veterans bring a unique blend of expertise, humor, and captivating stories from the high seas of offshore energy innovation.
Whether you’re an industry expert or just starting to learn about offshore energy, The Offshore Energy Podcast provides a platform for meaningful conversation and exploration. Tune in to enhance your understanding and stay updated on the latest advancements in this exciting field.
Let’s embark on this journey together!
The Offshore Energy Podcast
Latest Episodes
Aye to Energy! Scotland’s Balancing of Industry, Environment, and Energy Security in the North Sea.
In this illuminating conversation with Reuben Aitken, Managing Director of Energy Transition at Scottish Enterprise, we explore how Scotland has positioned itself at the forefront of offshore energy evolution. "We've got this natural resource o...
Sea Change: How Policies, Laws, and Regulations Shape America's Offshore Energy Future
The landscape governing offshore energy development is undergoing seismic shifts, leaving industry insiders searching for clear paths forward. In this thought-provoking episode, Jim and Ian are joined by two prominent energy attorneys – Laura S...
Maritime Backbone: The Vessels Powering Offshore Energy
America's maritime dominance has quietly eroded over decades, with our ocean-going commercial fleet shrinking from nearly 3,000 ships in 1960 to just a few hundred today. Meanwhile, China's fleet has exploded to over 9,000 vessels. This stark c...
Billion Dollar Bets: Navigating Offshore Energy Project Finance
What happens when you bring a billion dollars to the high-stakes world of offshore energy development? According to Allan Marks, one of the world's foremost experts on project finance, success depends on navigating a complex web of technical ch...
Does Every Administration Flip Create Years of Offshore Energy Development Chaos?
For decades, oil and gas development in the Gulf of Mexico represented a model of political and regulatory predictability for all the world – companies knew that regardless of which party held power, following the rules meant projects could mov...