The Energy Question, Episode #98: Gifford Briggs, API Gulf Coast Regional Director
In Episode 98 of "The Energy Question" features Gifford Briggs the Gulf Coast Regional Director for the American Petroleum Institute (API). David discusses various topics with Gifford, including his role at API, the oil and gas industry in the Gulf Coast region, carbon capture and sequestration initiatives in Louisiana, offshore leasing challenges, state-specific issues, and hurricane preparedness. Briggs highlights API's coordination efforts with emergency management officials and the industry's commitment to safety and energy supply during hurricane season.
Highlights of the Podcast
00:45 - The American Petroleum Institute API
03:13 - The Louisiana oil and gas industry
04:43 - A tremendous cross-section of what's happening in the industry
07:06 - The industry's importance to the Southeastern US
12:00 - The negative impacts of Biden policies
14:20 - Bipartisan support for the Oil and natural gas industry
14:40 - Key state issues facing the industry in the Southeast
20:00 - The importance of predictability in policy
25:45 - People need plentiful, affordable energy
27:48 - The critical efforts of state associations
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Enjoy!