Adamantine Energy

I’d been watching for signs that mainstream Democratic #leaders were repositioning themselves to the political and climate right of California Governor Gavin Newsom. To me, such shifts would signal that the Democrats’ center of gravity was moving away from the progressives and toward a new, more powerful, #pragmatic center—illustrating the rise of #practical #environmentalism, which I’d been predicting since November’s election. Then Newsom himself suddenly became the anti–Gavin Newsom, veering right on transgender issues and interviewing the likes of Steve Bannon on his new podcast. What does it mean for #energy? It means #TheMoment is even bigger and more full of opportunity for you—the #oilandgas leader—than I anticipated. Read on in this #bothtrue to make the moves to capitalize on this generational opening. #energyfuture #energytransition 

Volatility and uncertainty are part of the landscape in the energy industry. But how do we, as leaders, face these challenges head-on? In this solo episode of the #energythinkspod, I reflect on key moments of crisis in my career and how they’ve shaped my approach to #leadership. Listen here: https://lnkd.in/gPcGbmgS

In this solo episode of the #energythinkspod, I walk you through key takeaways from major personal and professional upheavals, peppered with a few never-before-shared stories, like watching a boss gamble away $20,0000. (He could have paid off my student loans instead!) #leadership #oilandgas #TheMoment Listen here: https://lnkd.in/gPcGbmgS

So much volatility! Amid political drama, market swings, OPEC moves, and tariff rumors, in this episode of #energythinkspod I reflect on what I learned from a career of volatile experiences. What have I learned from periods of chaos? Many of those experiences felt apocalyptic at the time, but none were. #leadership #oilandgas #TheMoment Listen here: https://lnkd.in/gPcGbmgS

What will the political environment look like in 2030 for U.S. #oilandgas companies?   Tackling this question (and other urgent questions #TheMoment is forcing on us) requires a thoughtful, systematic process—one that helps you work through the wide range of variables and outcomes in a way that channels any anxiety productively. Let’s look at the approach I use with my clients: Alternative Futures Analysis. Read on in this #bothtrue for step-by-step tips. https://lnkd.in/gsU6Qbq2  

From one side: Company #leaders are under heavy political pressure to support—with investment decisions—the #energydominance narrative. From another: #TheMyth of an Easy #EnergyTransition is far from dead. And here you are, just trying to get your job done, which was hard enough before things got so politicized and crazy! In “The Myth Revealed by The Moment”, I explained three key reasons we need to understand the continued potency of The Myth: (1) to capture the relevant lessons of its unraveling, (2) to recognize its continued influence, and (3) to seize the opportunities it leaves in its wake. That piece set the stage for today’s brass tacks: How do you make durable, strategic plans in the face of so much pressure, volatility, and uncertainty? Read on in this #bothtrue. #energyfuture #oilandgas #leadership

In this solo episode of the #energythinkspod, I’m sharing lessons from my private conversations with industry #leaders and climate philanthropists. It’s all about how we can navigate #TheMoment with flexible strategies and steadfast commitments. #energyfuture #oilandgas #leadership Listen here: https://lnkd.in/dzPPNWuR

In this solo #energythinkspod, I distill lessons from private conversations into advice on how our industry can create durable strategies in response to #TheMoment. TL/DR: Be flexible with your framing—but steadfast in your commitments. #leadership #energyfuture Listen here: https://lnkd.in/dzPPNWuR

I get invited to a lot of interesting tables—and in the last month I’ve sat down with industry #leaders, tech execs, and #climate philanthropists in private conversations that have allowed me to make even better sense of #TheMoment we’ve all entered. Listen to the latest solo #energythinkspod to hear more! #energyfuture #energytransition Listen here: https://lnkd.in/dzPPNWuR

The Myth was comforting. It provided a story of swift, righteous progress that didn’t require hard decisions or inconvenient partnerships. The Myth has real consequences! Today we are faced with #climate #policy commitments that may take a decade or more to replace with sensible, pragmatic solutions. That’s why we need to understand The Myth—because it defines and will continue to define both legacy policy and legacy mindsets.   Read on in this #bothtrue to fully understand The Myth.   https://lnkd.in/gfYmcbtN