Carbon Conversation – North Dakota Carbon Capture, Use, and Storage

The Carbon Conversation

Episode 01 | 02-08-25

Host Scott Hennen is joined by Geoff Simon of Western Dakota Energy Association and Brent Bogar from AE2S. Together, they break down the initiative backed by North Dakota’s three energy research councils to raise public understanding of carbon dioxide’s value in North Dakota.

Episode 02 | 02-14-25

Host Scott Hennen dives into a new study highlighting oil and gas tax revenues and unpacks with guests how these funds have been distributed across the state.

Episode 03 | 02-22-25

Senator Dale Patten from Watford City and former ND Director of Mineral Resources Lynn Helms join to talk about the vital role energy plays in North Dakota’s economy, and the impact of CO₂ to these industries.

Episode 04 | 03-01-25

Live from the University of Mary, this episode features a conversation with Dr. Patrick Gruber, CEO of Gevo – a pioneer in renewable fuels and low-carbon technologies, and University of Mary Executive Vice President Jerome Richter.

Episode 05 | 03-08-25

Host Scott Hennen is joined by Tom Murphy, a state representative from Minnesota with strong ties to North Dakota to discuss agriculture, energy, and carbon management.

Episode 06 | 03-15-25

Creedence Energy Services, a family-founded company based in North Dakota, discusses performance, safety, and innovation of the oil and gas industry. McKenzie County Commissioner Joel Brown offers insights into the future of carbon dioxide in maintaining and enhancing the region’s oil production.

Episode 07 | 03-22-25

Geoff Simon from Western Dakota Energy Association provides an update on key legislative developments in North and South Dakota.

Episode 08 | 03-29-25

North Dakota Governor Kelly Armstrong and industry leaders discuss the significant role that oil and gas tax revenue plays in North Dakota’s economy.

Episode 09 | 04-05-25

Host Scott Hennen sits down with Dave Berger, Oliver County Commissioner and longtime community leader, to discuss the evolving intersection of agriculture, energy, and carbon management in North Dakota.

Episode 10 | 04-19-25

Lynn Helms joins for a deep dive into the evolving role of CO₂ in North Dakota’s agriculture and energy industries. Dr. Patrick Gruber of Gevo joins to spotlight the science and economics of sustainable aviation fuel (SAF).

Episode 11 | 04-26-25

Host Scott Hennen brings exclusive insights from the Powering AI Summit in Oklahoma City, featuring energy trailblazers, academic innovators, and utility powerhouses, all with a laser focus on North Dakota’s role in the evolving energy-tech landscape.

Episode 12 | 05-10-25

Host Scott Hennen is joined by Oliver County Commissioner and rancher Dave Berger to discuss carbon capture, agriculture and energy infrastructure from a “boots-on-the-ground” perspective.

Episode 13 | 05-17-25

Host Scott Hennen sits down with Justin Kringstad, Executive Director of the North Dakota Pipeline Authority, and leaders from the ethanol and renewable fuel sectors, including Jeff Zueger and Tom Buis.