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E342: Chevron's Andy Walz Discusses Why Is Gasoline More Expensive in California Compared to Other States.
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In this episode of SacTown Talks, Jarrett welcomes Andy Walz, President of Chevron of the Americas, for an in-depth conversation about California's role in the energy sector. Andy shares his 35-year journey with Chevron, discussing the global assignments he's experienced. He elaborates on the responsibilities of his current position, overseeing downstream operations in North and South America. The discussion covers California's unique challenges, including high operational costs, taxes, and regulations, and their impact on fuel prices and energy production. Andy also highlights Chevron's commitment to renewable energy, including renewable natural gas and hydrogen, and discusses the future of the energy market in the face of evolving technologies and policies.
This Episode was recorded on 5/9/24
00:00 Welcome to SacTown Talks
00:20 Meet Andy Walz, President of Chevron Americas
00:34 Andy's Journey with Chevron
01:14 Living Around the World with Chevron
01:47 Chevron's Operations in the Americas
02:30 California's Impact on Chevron's Business
04:39 The Evolution of Fuel and Renewable Energy
06:57 Challenges and Future of Renewable Fuels
09:41 California's Gas Prices and Legislation
12:26 The Impact of California's Policies on Chevron
20:54 Concerns About California's Energy Strategy
21:47 Impact of Electric Cars on Demand
23:17 The Role of Natural Gas in the Energy Future
25:15 Exploring Hydrogen as an Alternative Fuel
27:52 The Efficiency of Gasoline vs. Alternatives
31:16 Future of Oil and Technological Innovations
33:06 Global Energy Needs and Challenges
38:41 Conclusion and Final Thoughts
230 епізодів
Manage episode 426572095 series 2876152
In this episode of SacTown Talks, Jarrett welcomes Andy Walz, President of Chevron of the Americas, for an in-depth conversation about California's role in the energy sector. Andy shares his 35-year journey with Chevron, discussing the global assignments he's experienced. He elaborates on the responsibilities of his current position, overseeing downstream operations in North and South America. The discussion covers California's unique challenges, including high operational costs, taxes, and regulations, and their impact on fuel prices and energy production. Andy also highlights Chevron's commitment to renewable energy, including renewable natural gas and hydrogen, and discusses the future of the energy market in the face of evolving technologies and policies.
This Episode was recorded on 5/9/24
00:00 Welcome to SacTown Talks
00:20 Meet Andy Walz, President of Chevron Americas
00:34 Andy's Journey with Chevron
01:14 Living Around the World with Chevron
01:47 Chevron's Operations in the Americas
02:30 California's Impact on Chevron's Business
04:39 The Evolution of Fuel and Renewable Energy
06:57 Challenges and Future of Renewable Fuels
09:41 California's Gas Prices and Legislation
12:26 The Impact of California's Policies on Chevron
20:54 Concerns About California's Energy Strategy
21:47 Impact of Electric Cars on Demand
23:17 The Role of Natural Gas in the Energy Future
25:15 Exploring Hydrogen as an Alternative Fuel
27:52 The Efficiency of Gasoline vs. Alternatives
31:16 Future of Oil and Technological Innovations
33:06 Global Energy Needs and Challenges
38:41 Conclusion and Final Thoughts
230 епізодів
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