Produced by Energy Drives America, this show focuses on the American energy economy and innovation within it. Our #MoreofEverything approach seeks to leverage the best attributes of energy American energy resources to deliver the cleaner, cheaper, secure, reliable energy that the world needs. Until December 2023, the "Energy Drives America Podcast" was known as "The Dynamic Decade Podcast." We continue to feature speakers from the energy sector who present perspectives from the front lines of the #EnergyExpansion. #AmericanEnergyFirst
In Episode 12 of the Dynamic Decade, Jeff Bechdel, Managing Director at FTI Consulting, discusses everything hydrogen, from the various ways it is produced, to the multitude of potential uses for the new energy source. We also discuss the government and industry partnerships which are forming to take advantage of the growing resource, and the hurdles still to be overcome on the path to widespread utilization.
6 May 2022
Dynamic Decade Ep. 11: Louisiana’s Diverse Energy Future with Jason Lanclos, Director of the Louisiana State Energy Office
In Episode 11 of the Dynamic Decade, Jason Lanclos, Director of the Louisiana State Energy Office, discusses how Louisiana, traditionally an oil and gas state, is diversifying its energy resources to include hydrogen, solar, biofuels and even offshore wind. We also discuss how these efforts, along with collaboration with other states like Oklahoma and Arkansas, are guaranteeing a bright future for Louisiana’s economy.
28 Apr 2022
Dynamic Decade Ep. 10: Oklahoma's Hydrogen Future and Energy Landscape with Senator Kim David
In Episode 10 of the Dynamic Decade, Oklahoma Senator Kim David discusses how the state’s vast oil and gas infrastructure has set the stage for Oklahoma to be a leader in the booming hydrogen energy industry. Senator David also discusses the role of the Corporation Commission in regulating Oklahoma’s huge energy industry, which has created some of the lowest utility prices in the nation.
18 Mar 2022
Dynamic Decade Ep. 9: Discussing Georgia's Future as a Top 5 State for Solar Energy with Public Service Commissioner Tim Echols
In Episode 9 of the Dynamic Decade, Tim Echols, two-term Commissioner of the Public Service Commission of Georgia, discusses the plummeting costs and economic benefits of solar energy, the reliability it adds to the electric grid, and the bright future for Georgia as a national solar leader. We will also dive into the growth of electric vehicles in the state, and the opportunities and challenges that come with them.
7 Oct 2021
Dynamic Decade Ep. 8: Examining Georgia's Future in Solar Energy with Attorney Brad Carver
In Episode 8 of the Dynamic Decade, we hear from Brad Carver, an attorney from Georgia, discussing his work in developing solar energy opportunities in the state, and an examination of upcoming changes to the state’s power generation mix which will serve a growing population and economy.
24 Aug 2021
Dynamic Decade Ep. 7: The Ins and Outs of Federal Energy Subsidies with Claire Burch
In Episode 7 of the Dynamic Decade, we learn about federal energy subsidies and their role in energy development from Claire Burch, a PhD student from the University of Oklahoma focused on studying how communities interact with and benefit from clean energy development. Claire discusses the history of federal subsidies, the distinction between indirect and direct subsidies, and the hidden costs of energy development which are left out of the spotlight.
30 Jun 2021
Dynamic Decade Ep. 6: The Growth of Clean Energy in Nebraska with Rich Lombardi
In Episode 6 of the Dynamic Decade, we hear from Rich Lombardi, a political consultant from Nebraska who will discuss the incredible, market-driven growth of renewable energy in the state, the legislative and infrastructure challenges surrounding the expansion, and the immense untapped potential that still remains for the growth of Nebraska's clean energy resources.
19 May 2021
Dynamic Decade Ep. 5: Landownership and Energy Development with Destinee Weeks
In Episode 5 of the Dynamic Decade, we hear from Destinee Weeks, a landowner from Seiling, Oklahoma with expertise in combining agriculture and landownership with energy development. Destinee, the Development Director at Allegiant Land Services and Consulting, is a ‘landman’ with early roots in oil and gas who has since branched into securing land agreements for renewable energy developers as well.
14 Apr 2021
Dynamic Decade Ep. 4: The 2021 Texas Energy Crisis with Jeff Clark
In Episode 4 of the Dynamic Decade, we speak with Jeff Clark, the President and CEO of the Advanced Power Alliance, a industry trade association created to promote the development of wind, solar and energy storage as resources that can deliver clean, reliable, affordable power for American consumers. Jeff Clark discusses the power outages caused by February's winter storm in Texas, the lasting effects it has had on the state's energy landscape, and how Texas Energy needs to adapt moving forward.
24 Mar 2021
Dynamic Decade Ep. 3: Energy Markets and Infrastructure with Rob Gramlich
In Episode 3 of the Dynamic Decade, we talk with energy-expert Rob Gramlich about energy infrastructure, its vital role in connecting markets, and expanding America's energy resources.
22 Mar 2021
Dynamic Decade Ep. 2: Kansas Energy and Agriculture with Josh Svaty
In Episode 2 of the Dynamic Decade, we talk with Josh Svaty, local Kansas farm owner, about the mutually beneficial relationship between agriculture and the growing clean energy industry in the state.
10 Feb 2021
Dynamic Decade Ep. 1: The Energy Transition with Mark Yates
In Episode 1 of the Dynamic Decade, we hear from Mark Yates, Vice President of the Advanced Power Alliance, an industry trade association created to promote the development of wind, solar and energy storage as resources that can deliver clean, reliable, affordable power for American consumers. Mark discusses the ever changing world of energy, including growth of clean energy due to market demand, technological breakthroughs, and plummeting costs. Lastly, we discuss predictions for the clean energy industry in the future as technology continues to advance, electric vehicles skyrocket, and battery storage becomes a more viable option.
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