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The Crude Life founder Jason Spiess interviews former North Dakota governor and then-current Continental Resources board member Ed Schafer about how important technology is in the Bakken oil boom. His answer prompted us to ask other industry experts whether the Bakken was a tech boom. Schafer said the current technology is only getting about 5% of the oil out of the ground, and as the technology improves, more oil can be extracted from the ground. Edward Schafer was the first and only North Dakotan to ever serve as United States Secretary of Agriculture. The U.S. Secretary of Agriculture is the head of the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA). Ed Schafer was born and raised in Bismarck, but while growing up, he spent summers working on his grandparents’ farm in Hettinger County. After earning two college degrees, Schafer began working at the Gold Seal Company. This North Dakota business, which had been founded by his father, Harold Schafer, produced and sold household products throughout the United States. Ed Schafer served as president of the company for seven years. In 1992, Ed Schafer was elected governor of North Dakota and was re-elected for another four-year term in 1996. During his eight years as governor, Ed Schafer encouraged the growth of agricultural industries in the state and worked to increase exports of North Dakota agricultural products to other countries. Governor Schafer also led efforts to provide high-speed internet access to farmers, ranchers, and small towns. On October 31, 2007, President George W. Bush appointed Ed Schafer to head the United States Department of Agriculture. On January 28, 2008, the U.S. Senate approved the appointment. Ed Schafer served as U.S. Secretary of Agriculture until January 20, 2009. In 2010, Ed Schafer was honored for his service to agriculture by being inducted into the North Dakota Agriculture Hall of Fame. Schafer has long had an interest in building machinery and equipment from used, scrap materials. He was selected as a contestant on the Discovery Channel‘s engineering game show Junkyard Wars. His team worked to build a machine from junked components. MORE FROM THE CRUDE LIFE * Please click that ♡ button, share, and subscribe. * Please share the links on social media. * Thank you thank you thank you for your engagement and support. If you have a news tip, press release, guest suggestion or other content concepts, please email thecontentcreationstudios(AT)gmail(DOT)com This post was brought to you in part by one of The Crude Life’s fantastic sponsors, please consider supporting their services or learning more about their organization by clicking on the banner below. ReviablEnergy was founded with the mission to reduce industrial waste and ensure a sustainable future for a cleaner economy. RE is leading the effort in supporting a circular economy by processing and innovating new “Repurposing Projects” to minimize and reimagine renewable energy waste. Click on the link or image and join ReviablEnergy in the journey for a cleaner future! #post-15817 .CPlase_panel {display:none;}

The Crude Life Week In Review Episode 551 is currently airing across a 5-state radio network. Here are the industry experts, community leaders and special guests for The Crude Life Week In Review Episode 551: ENERGY UPDATE:  Tom Shepstone, Energy Security and Freedom, Stephen Heins, The Word Merchant and The Crude Life founder Jason Spiess discuss the Mount Rushmore of Energy Enemies or Energy Agitators. SPECIAL FEATURE: Clint Kling, Shepherd VR, explains why Virtual Reality training is becoming more popular in industry. INDUSTRY EXPERT:  Energy Expert Robert Bryce gives the rundown on Juice The Docuseries. The five-part docuseries, Juice: Power, Politics & The Grid, is now available for free on YouTube. Rather than make a feature-length film, Bryce said they decided to make the content as user-friendly as possible, so broke it into five episodes, each lasting about 20 minutes. The series features 34 interviews that were shot in Texas, Japan, Vermont, Oklahoma, Colorado, California, Washington D.C., Illinois, Egypt, and England. The cast of characters includes many of the world’s top thought leaders on energy, including political scientist Roger Pielke Jr., Grid Brief editor Emmet Penney, civil rights leader Jennifer Hernandez, author Michael Shellenberger, Canadian nuclear activist Chris Keefer, author Meredith Angwin, former IEA director Nobuo Tanaka, World Nuclear Association director Sama Bilbao, Campaign for a Green Nuclear Deal founder Madi Hilly, and many others. Bryce said he is especially proud of Episode 3, which features the Osage tribe’s battle with Enel over a wind project the company built by violating the tribe’s sovereignty. I have been covering this issue for more than four years, so I was thrilled last month when a federal court judge in Tulsa ordered Enel to remove all 84 of the turbines it built in Osage County,” Bryce said. “It’s a landmark ruling and an enormous embarrassment for Big Wind and Enel, a company that has endlessly touted its ‘green’ credentials.” MENTORING MOMENTS:  Joe Sinnott, CEO, Witting Partners and the host of The Energy Detox Podcast talks about the NFL’s coaching mentorships and how it relates to the energy industry. Sinnott shares a story about a mentor who told him to strive for mediocrity. “This mentor’s advice was strive for mediocrity,” Sinnott said. “That was his advice, strive for mediocrity. Now he expanded upon that, but that was the start of the lesson.” Sinnott elaborated on this explaining how he was 22 at the time so the context was a bit different, however the life lesson transcends time. “The moment that somebody realizes you are mediocre, they kind of peg you as being mediocre,” Sinnott said. “Then they’re going to start looking elsewhere, or they’re at least not going to be listening to you with the same level of intent as they would have otherwise, or the same level of respect if they actually thought you had attempted to strive above mediocrity.” SOCIAL MEDIA MATTERS:  Steve Bakken asks if there is any credibility left in the Bakken leadership after their latest industry boondoggle and bad public relations. The Crude Life Content Correspondent Andi Ahne ENERGIZING GEN Z: A special report on generational Climate Change and Action and how to connect The Crude Life’s opening and closing theme is written and performed by Alma Cook of Cook Complian...

In the final week of National Mentoring Month, Joe Sinnott, CEO, Witting Partners and host of The Energy Detox Podcast, joins the founder of The Crude Life, Jason Spiess, to discuss a few mentoring stories. Sinnott shares a story about a mentor who told him to strive for mediocrity. “This mentor’s advice was strive for mediocrity,” Sinnott said. “That was his advice, strive for mediocrity. Now he expanded upon that, but that was the start of the lesson.” Sinnott elaborated on this explaining how he was 22 at the time so the context was a bit different, however the life lesson transcends time. “The moment that somebody realizes you are mediocre, they kind of peg you as being mediocre,” Sinnott said. “Then they’re going to start looking elsewhere, or they’re at least not going to be listening to you with the same level of intent as they would have otherwise, or the same level of respect if they actually thought you had attempted to strive above mediocrity.” The conversation starts with mentor, student, teacher talk stemming from the Kansas City Chiefs Baltimore Ravens football game involving the two head coaches and their mentoring story. The interview also dives into different forms of mentoring. Spiess used his experience in the mentoring world with media as something different than industry. The two also discussed the difference between admiration of mentoring and idol worshipping, using Taylor Swift and Michael Jordan as examples. National Mentoring Month, launched in 2002, is an annual campaign observed in January dedicated to acknowledging the transformative power of mentorship and its impact on people’s lives. The initiative aims to unify and expand the mentoring movement, celebrate the significance of relationships, and raise awareness about the importance of mentorship. Mentoring plays a crucial role in personal and professional development, fostering meaningful connections between mentors and mentees. National Mentoring Month serves as a platform to recognize and appreciate these valuable relationships, whether in the workplace, academia, or personal life. The campaign encourages organizations and individuals to actively participate in mentoring programs, emphasizing the positive impact mentors can have on the lives of their mentees. National Mentoring Month, an integral part of the campaign, focuses on empowering mentors and mentees through collaboration, programs, and workshops. The month-long celebration provides an opportunity to highlight success stories, share best practices, and inspire others to engage in mentoring relationships. In essence, National Mentoring Month serves as a powerful reminder of the enduring impact of mentorship and the role it plays in shaping a brighter and more interconnected future. The Crude Life has been honored to sponsor, support and engage with all walks of life in the world of mentoring. From Brian Lash, founder of Target Logistics offering advice to oilfield professionals to supporting young leaders interviewing Harold Hamm, Chairman of Continental Resources to sponsoring Miss Teen North Dakota’s mental health platform, The Crude Life has been honored to support and sponsor their mentoring message. Steps to Finding a Mentor * Self-Reflection: Reflect on your career goals and where you are in your professional journey. Consider why you seek a mentor and what specific guidance you hope to gain. * Identify Mentoring Goals: Define both short-term and long-term goals to guide your mentorship search. Knowing your objectives will help you find a mentor aligned with your aspirations. * Research Potential Mentors: Conduct thorough online research to identify potential mentors. Read reviews, testimonials,

Jake Milne, president and founder, ReviablEnergy, has a passion and conviction to stop communities from being on the news when real viable solutions are available. This passion was heard on Townsquare Media KLXX SuperTalk 1270AM’s Talk of the Town with Steve Bakken and guest co-host Jason Spiess. “Our team is reaching out to other communities to help solve problems there as well,” Milne said. “Our current locality partnerships are located in Wyoming, Colorado, Illinois, Oklahoma, and Texas, but are looking to work with more communities to solve this problem.” Jake and Beau Brown (vice president and co-founder) recently had the honor of being invited to visit with Wyoming Senator Cynthia Lummis. “Senator Lummis stands fully behind our efforts and supports all real viable solutions when it comes to the energy sector,” Milne said. He added that U.S. Senator John Barrasso and U.S. Congresswoman Harriet Hageman have both visited our team to discuss these efforts as well. “We believe the solutions are an all hands on deck approach and we truly appreciate our federal representatives efforts in helping our cause for tangible solutions,” Milne said. Milne also commented on the Osage Native American Indian Reservation Wind Farm issues. U.S. District Court Judge Jennifer Choe-Graves ordered wind turbines located north of Pawhuska on the Burbank Field to be removed and said their continued presence on the Osage Mineral Estate amounted to continued trespass – one of the issues argued before the Northern District of Oklahoma at a hearing on Sept. 20. The developers – Osage Wind, Enel Kansas and Green Power Energy LLC – never obtained such a lease. The question of whether they needed a lease went before the 10th Circuit Court of Appeals in 2019 in which the defendants lost. They attempted to re-argue portions of that case earlier this year when a question of continued trespass came before the Northern District. Milne said this could have some impacts on how the industry is regulated in the future. ReviablEnergy was founded with the mission to reduce industrial waste and ensure a sustainable future for a cleaner economy. ReviablEnergy is one of the leading companies spearheading the effort in supporting a circular economy by processing and innovating new “Repurposing Projects” to minimize and reimagine renewable energy waste. The leadership at ReviablEnergy combines decades of renewable energy, insulation, and waste management experience. ​ReviablEnergy achieved a NET ZERO in 2022. This includes a carbon reduction of 232% from their year to year emissions, according to Milne. To contact Milne on LinkedIn, click here or visit their website by clicking here. MORE FROM THE CRUDE LIFE * Please click that ♡ button, share, and subscribe. * Please share the links on social media. * Thank you thank you thank you for your engagement and support. f you have a news tip, press release, guest suggestion or other content concepts, please email thecontentcreationstudios(AT)gmail(DOT)com This post was brought to you in part by one of The Crude Life’s fantastic sponsors, please consider supporting their services or learning more about their organization by clicking on the banner below. A Stephen Heins Recommendation sifts through thousands of article and essays in order to deliver appropriate comments while curating a wide-range of perspectives with the best writers on every important energy, broadband and environmental issue.

“It definitely started as an eminent domain concern. I thought it was an absolutely unjustifiable use of eminent domain,” US House of Representatives Candidate Ryan Melton (IA-4th District) said. Melton continued his sharing the genesis of his passion. “When I first campaigned against these back in early 22, they (GOP) were lockstep in favor of these (carbon pipelines),” Melton said. “It just blew my mind that, I’d argue that landowner rights, personal property rights, those are the most basic American values, and the fact that so many were willing to just throw them out the window for a quick buck, was really alarming to me.” Melton joined Townsquare Media KLXX SuperTalk 1270AM’s Talk of the Town with Steve Bakken and guest co-host Jason Spiess to discuss why he has become vocal on educating people on Pipelines, Ethanol and Carbon Management. “Carbon Pipelines are dangerous in many ways,” Melton said. “These pipelines will further entrench our producers in the agricultural status quo of ethanol, while uncertainty in the industry shows we need more flexibility to meet our future energy challenges.” Spiess asked if he was receiving any payment from any companies or donors to specifically address the carbon pipelines, Melton quickly said, “No”. “I would encourage anyone to look up my FEC filings, look me up on Open Secrets. Compared to my opponent, Randy Feenstra, the incumbent in Congress, I reject corporate PAC money. He takes hundreds of thousands in corporate PAC money easy,” Melton said. “So, no one’s funding coffers for me to go out and speak out against these pipelines…” Melton continued his concerns over the heavily subsidized CO2 Pipeline Project scheduled to transport corn carbon (ethanol waste) via 24-inch pipeline across multiple states into a storage reservoir in North Dakota. Here are some quick quotes of carbon concern. * “Definitely the public safety element, if you look at the fracture in Mississippi that endangered so many recently.” * “The fact that in our state, every single one of our 99 counties is dealing with drought at some level. So we’re already dealing with a lot of concerns with water quality and availability.” * “These pipelines would require hundreds of millions of gallons more of our water.” * “The other thing, too, is I think it’s a big waste of taxpayer money. You know, the goal of that 45Q federal tax credit program is to move us in the direction of or away from the status quo.” * “Bruce Rastetter. And I don’t know how big of a name that is up in the Dakotas, but here in Iowa, he’s arguably the most influential mover and shaker when it comes to Iowa politics. He’s donated thousands upon thousands of dollars to my opponent, to our governor. And so really, if you were to talk to an Iowan about these pipelines, and particularly about Summit, Bruce Rastetter is the first name that would come up.” * “At the county level, so Story County where I live, that’s where Iowa State University is, and another county out west tried to establish setback ordinances for these pipelines. They were taken to court by Summit and Summit won, and now we’re waiting for the federal pipeline, PHMSA” Talk of the Town host Steve Bakken and guest host Spiess both cited examples in North Dakota of polarizing political organizations and individuals joining together in order to have a complex carbon conversation. “It’s bringing people together without a question. So down here in Iowa, so on the left, I’d say you have folks like Iowa Food and Water, the Sierra Club, the Bold Alliance that have been galvanizing,” Melton said. “People in a non-partisan way to fight these pipelines.” Melton continues his thought adding context to the conversation. “So the Iowa Utilities Board,

Dwayne Farris, Black Creek K9 Pipeline Leak Detection, joined Townsquare Media’s Talk of the Town with Steve Bakken and guest co-host Jason Spiess, founder of The Crude Life. The oil and gas industry is a major economic driver, providing energy and jobs to many countries. As the industry continues to grow, so does the need for safer and more efficient methods to detect and prevent costly pipeline leaks. A relatively new development that is helping to save the industry money is the use of pipeline sniffing dogs. These specially-trained dogs are able to quickly and accurately detect leaks in pipelines, reducing downtime and repair costs. In addition, pipeline sniffing dogs (or pipeline leak detection dogs) are an innovative solution to marketing as well as connecting with the masses. Many people love dogs. Leaks in pipelines, whether caused by human error or natural disasters, can be costly to repair and result in significant downtime for the entire operation. As the industry continues to expand and more pipelines are being built, detecting and preventing leaks has become increasingly difficult and costly. These specially-trained dogs are able to quickly detect the presence of hydrocarbons in pipelines, which can indicate the presence of a leak. “The dogs are trained to detect even the smallest leaks, and can be used in a variety of situations, from large-scale operations to smaller, localized pipelines,” Farris said. “The dogs are able to detect the presence of hydrocarbons in the air, allowing them to identify the location of a leak with remarkable accuracy.” The use of pipeline sniffing dogs is a much more efficient and cost-effective method of leak detection than traditional methods, such as manual visual inspections or electronic sensors. Spiess added that many times manual inspections require a large number of personnel and can take a considerable amount of time to complete, while electronic sensors can be costly and often require a certain level of expertise to operate. By comparison, pipeline sniffing dogs can be deployed quickly and with minimal personnel, and they are able to cover a much larger area in a shorter period of time. Farris served in the United States Marine Corps as a Military Police Officer receiving assignment as a Military Working Dog handler. This experience brought him to the oil and gas industry detecting leaks in pipes with dogs. “I had the fortunate paths cross of canine work and military while in the Marines and I competed and got selected and that’s what started the journey,” Farris said. Understanding the skills of the canine and working ethics of a dog was something Farris found remarkable and totally understands why Hollywood has gotten on the Military Dog angle the past decade as a way to connect a military brand to the average person. “Even in movies today you can see how they’ve gone towards telling the story of these dogs,” Farris said. “A lot of that is trying to capture memorable events for military or service members with working dogs.” The types of dogs used in pipeline leak detection is discussed from bloodhounds to labradors to shepherds. In the second half of the interview, Farris talks about his expansion into other areas of working dogs. His military background became a natural evolution for BCK9 Services to add narcotics and firearms inspections to the working dog’s list of specialties. Much like his former additions of new revenue generators for BCK9 Services,

Jeff Kummer founded Meriden Carbon to partner directly with landowners to build a unique carbon storage asset, spanning over 100,000 acres, in the northern DJ Basin of Wyoming. The asset will be unitized in one symmetric, consolidated block and will be known as the “Steamboat Carbon Storage Hub”. “Based on our business model we have line of sight to significantly increase the size of our footprint (and associated carbon storage capacity) upon securing a source of CO2. Meriden Carbon was formed by technical experts, all with beginnings at the Colorado School of Mines, who decided to team up and take decades of knowledge from the oil and gas industry and apply it to developing carbon storage assets in the Rocky Mountain region with the goal of making a meaningful impact on the energy transition,” Kummer said. Kummer joined Townsquare Media’s Talk of the Town with Steve Bakken and guest co-host Jason Spiess to discuss the carbon capture and sequestration market. The interview starts with Kummer talking about his professional background, focusing on MineralTracker, Watford City, ND, first tech start up. Kummer is a presenter at the Carbon Conference 2024 Las Vegas, which is partnering with the Energy Exposition & Resources Symposium, Feb 7-8, in the host city, the week of, Super Bowl LVIII. Click on link for Energy Exposition Website The three discuss in detail the different types of carbon capture, transportation and government stimulus. Having led successful careers in the oil and gas industry, the Meriden Carbon team was formed to leverage that expertise and to make an impact on the Energy Transition through developing Carbon Storage Hubs in collaboration with landowners. Currently, Meriden Carbon is working on the Steamboat Carbon Storage Hub. Located in the Northern DJ Basin of Southeast Wyoming, the Steamboat Carbon Storage Hub is uniquely situated regionally and well positioned to gather CO2 at scale. “At Meriden Carbon we believe that in order to effectively develop a Carbon Storage Hub the landowners need to have a seat at the table. After all, it is their pore space and lands which are being utilized for the permanent sequestration of carbon dioxide, deep underground,” Kummer said. “The cornerstone of the Meriden Carbon business model is in partnering with the landowner to develop a robust strategy for unitization, permitting, infrastructure and logistics. He added that having a well thought out plan in place, with buy-in from all stakeholders, ensures safe and effective execution. The Steamboat Carbon Storage Hub is situated in the Northern DJ Basin of Southeast Wyoming and is strategically positioned to gather CO2. The U.S. Department of Energy awarded $40.5 million to the University of Wyoming for a large-scale commercial carbon storage hub, known as the Sweetwater Carbon Storage Hub, in collaboration with Frontier Carbon Solutions LLC. When fully developed, the Sweetwater Carbon Storage Hub is expected to store over 350 million metric tons of CO2 in geologic reservoirs. This project aims to demonstrate the technical and commercial feasibility of a large-scale carbon dioxide (CO2) sequestration hub for permanent storage of captured carbon. The initiative is part of broader efforts, with sixteen projects receiving $444 million to support the development of large-scale, commercial carbon storage projects Growing up in a rural community, in western North Dakota, Kummer was the first in his family to attend college in pursuit of a career in the energy industry. He has been blessed to lead and serve with phenomenal people throughout his career building businesses in the upstream, midstream, technology, non-op,

Mentor Audio Interview: MultiMedia Kidtrepreneur Otis interviews Linda McMahon, Small Business Administrator, on advice for young entrepreneurs. National Mentoring Month, launched in 2002, is an annual campaign observed in January dedicated to acknowledging the transformative power of mentorship and its impact on people’s lives. The initiative aims to unify and expand the mentoring movement, celebrate the significance of relationships, and raise awareness about the importance of mentorship. Mentoring plays a crucial role in personal and professional development, fostering meaningful connections between mentors and mentees. National Mentoring Month serves as a platform to recognize and appreciate these valuable relationships, whether in the workplace, academia, or personal life. The campaign encourages organizations and individuals to actively participate in mentoring programs, emphasizing the positive impact mentors can have on the lives of their mentees. National Mentoring Month, an integral part of the campaign, focuses on empowering mentors and mentees through collaboration, programs, and workshops. The month-long celebration provides an opportunity to highlight success stories, share best practices, and inspire others to engage in mentoring relationships. In essence, National Mentoring Month serves as a powerful reminder of the enduring impact of mentorship and the role it plays in shaping a brighter and more interconnected future. The Crude Life has been honored to sponsor, support and engage with all walks of life in the world of mentoring. From Brian Lash, founder of Target Logistics offering advice to oilfield professionals to supporting young leaders interviewing Harold Hamm, Chairman of Continental Resources to sponsoring Miss Teen North Dakota’s mental health platform, The Crude Life has been honored to support and sponsor their mentoring message. Steps to Finding a Mentor * Self-Reflection: Reflect on your career goals and where you are in your professional journey. Consider why you seek a mentor and what specific guidance you hope to gain. * Identify Mentoring Goals: Define both short-term and long-term goals to guide your mentorship search. Knowing your objectives will help you find a mentor aligned with your aspirations. * Research Potential Mentors: Conduct thorough online research to identify potential mentors. Read reviews, testimonials, and case studies to assess their credibility and compatibility with your needs. * Networking: Leverage your professional and personal networks to identify individuals who may serve as mentors. Attend industry events, join networking groups, and connect on professional platforms. * Utilize Mentorship Platforms: Explore mentorship platforms such as SCORE.org, where you can answer a series of questions to be connected with a mentor. * Reach Out: Once you identify potential mentors, reach out to them with a concise and personalized message. Express your admiration for their work and explain why you believe their guidance would be valuable. * Establish Common Ground: When connecting with potential mentors, seek common interests or shared goals. Building a connection beyond professional aspects can strengthen the mentor-mentee relationship. * Ask for Guidance: In your initial interactions, be clear about your goals and ask for guidance. Propose specific questions or topics you’d like assistance with, demonstrating your commitment to the mentorship. * Be Open and Flexible: Be open to different forms of mentorship, including one-time advice sessions or ongoing relationships. Flexibility increases the likelihood of finding a mentor whose style aligns with your preferences.

“Canada’s Greatest Export” Terry Etam, author of The End of Fossil Fuel Insanity: Clearing the Air Before Cleaning the Air, columnist for the BOE Report and writer for Public Energy Number One, joins Townsquare Media SuperTalk 1270AM’s Talk of the Town with Steve Bakken and guest co-host Jason Spiess. Etam gives an update on the current oil and gas activity as well as how the renewable market is impacting regulations and industry. The conversation dives into methane management and wildfires. From the COP28 Summit to Canadian Wildfires to regulations issues, the three discuss a variety of issues pertaining to energy. One example is how the Canadian government, directing industry, is creating wildfire issues with root balls. For examples, after the timber industry cuts down the trees, the root balls are just left to dry. After drying out and being struck by lightning, wildfires happen. Here is a summary of Etam’s book, which is available on Amazon and Barnes and Noble. Everyone knows that fossil fuels won’t last forever. Something needs to change at some point, regardless of whether the issue is climate change or because we need a practical replacement for petroleum as cheap supplies run out. But while headlines suggest that a green-energy paradise is around the corner, not many are aware of the immense technical challenges that stand in its way. To turn our backs on fossil fuels, a staggering amount of work will be required to refit a global energy sector that has grown systematically for over a century. News of the latest green advancements can make it seem like plug-and-play technology, and simply a matter of switching from one source to another. In reality, the challenge is far greater, and infinitely more complicated. To make matters worse, environmentalists and fossil-fuel defenders wage continuous but fruitless war, and the growing gap makes it impossible to have any sort of constructive dialogue. Each camp becomes more locked in their position with every exchange, and the most revolutionary ideas never see the light of day. Instead of building, time and money are wasted sparring. Sparing no sacred cows, Terry Etam cuts through the media rhetoric, government propaganda, and widespread ignorance of the energy sector to get to the heart of what needs to change-and what needs to stay the same-if the challenges of moving away from fossil fuels are to be met, while maintaining the quality of life we have come to expect and rely on. Click here for The End of Fossil Fuel Insanity: Clearing the Air Before Cleaning the Air Former Bismarck (ND) Mayor and current Burleigh County Chairman Steve Bakken is the host of SuperTalk 1270AM’s Talk of the Town. Talk of the Town is a 2-hour talk show focusing on issues impacting communities and industry. Each day has a theme and special in-studio guests are often involved. The Crude Life’s founder Jason Spiess is the guest host on Wattage Wednesday. #post-15751 .CPlase_panel {display:none;}

ReviablEnergy answered the question &#8211; “What happens to wind turbine blades after service?” “We pass right by the landfill on our way to a trusted recycling partner,” Jake Milne, co-founder of ReviablEnergy, said. Milne and his co-founding partners were inspired by the local problem of wind turbines collecting in their landfill. Our landfill here in Casper got filled up with several thousand, which is what inspired us to get into it,” Milne said. “Pacific Corp got a lot of bad publicity on that.” The leadership at ReviableEnergy combines decades of renewable energy, insulation, and waste management experience. While part of Milne is excited for the new opportunities in solving an environmental issue, his love for the oil and gas industry remains. “It&#8217;s happening. It&#8217;s getting pushed, but with agendas,” Milne said. “And everyone&#8217;s just kind of falling in line while others are, you know, fighting to keep these carbon assets and what runs the world. Oil runs the world, and that&#8217;s just a fact.” Milne sees his mission as an extension of industrial integrity solving an energy issue. “We went to DC a year and a half ago, got with Senator Cynthia Lummis of Wyoming, Mile said “We&#8217;ve been with all of our state representatives and they&#8217;re all backing us up on this.” Currently Milne is working with some landowners in Illinois on a project and it reminds him about why ethical energy is so important in today’s world. “I believe that&#8217;s another part of the way these industries can work together,” Milne said. “Let&#8217;s learn from the failures of the past and the things that work on this side, so that side doesn&#8217;t have those failures.” Other locality partnerships are located in Wyoming, Colorado, Illinois, Oklahoma, and Texas. ReviablEnergy operates a fully permitted facility located in Casper, WY, with &#8220;state of the art&#8221; mobile operational capacity within USA. According to Milne, they now have the capability to process and shred 80,000 pounds of fiberglass daily. By partnering with leading innovators of the industry, Milne has been involved with over 900 tons of wind turbine blades processed in 2022. Milne sees another avenue for his team of industrial experts as well, their experience and knowledge in logistics, renewable energy, and recycling history of decommissioning and repowering projects. &#8220;Our main focus is keeping the wind turbines out of the landfill, but the land reclamation work is increasing for sure,&#8221; Milne said. ReviablEnergy was founded with the mission to reduce industrial waste and ensure a sustainable future for a cleaner economy. ​ReviablEnergy achieved a NET ZERO in 2022. This includes a carbon reduction of 232% from our year to year emissions. ReviablEnergy is dedicated to the internal goal set to maintain NET ZERO for the life of our organization. ReviablEnergy services include Fiberglass Blade Recycling, Logistics, Drone Inspection, End-Of-Life Solutions, Asset Management, Construction Management, Soil &amp; Land Remediation. To contact Milne email info(at)reviablenergy(dot)com or via their LinkedIn Page The Energy Exposition and Carbon Conference are happening the week of Super Bowl LVIII, in the host city of Las Vegas. See you in Vegas for a SUPER WEEK! <a href="https://energyexposition.