Craig Rickard’s Post

It was a pleasure to join Bloomberg Surveillance and discuss the current state of the energy market and Quantum Capital Group’s role as one of the largest private capital providers to the global energy industry.   Thank you Lisa Abramowicz, Jonathan Ferro, Annmarie Hordern, Yahaira Jacquez and the entire Bloomberg Television team for having me on the show. Looking forward to being back in the studio soon!   Watch our discussion below:   #EnergyInvesting #Bloomberg #EnergyTransition

Excellent explanation to make sense of the current madness in the market.

An excellent perspective by Wil VanLoh. We are certainly seeing a more pragmatic approach to energy solutions and pointing out that there are costs associated with "green energy" such as mining is a very important point to be acknowledged for any real solutions to be put forward.

Very interesting description of the energy supply chain!

We’re proud to see our Senior Partner & Founder, Douglas Kimmelman Kimmelman, sharing his insights on Bloomberg Open Interest last week. Doug discussed how ECP is navigating the evolving energy landscape: “Demand for electricity has been flat for the last 10 or 15 years because of energy efficiency, but now we have new demand coming in from electrifying the transportation sector and data centers.” Watch the full interview to learn more about the growing need for reliable energy sources and the opportunities shaping the sector. https://lnkd.in/gkayt6bQ

This is a great and accessible introduction / explanation of how grids treat clean power projects — and why the status-quo methods need to be adapted to the new era of tight grids and booming load... thanks for the work Tyler!

The perspective of an energy market specialist on flexibility? Dieter gave us this definition of flexibility: it is an economic option. It’s an asset you can use. If you are smart about it, it can generate money. Listen to the third episode of flexing the future via: https://lnkd.in/gzky3VYq

A crucial topic in the energy sector is gaining momentum: addressing the need for sufficient power to accommodate the increasing load growth nationwide. The focus is not just on the quantity of power but also on its timing. https://lnkd.in/gDH6VP_P.

As Mark Thomas pointed out, the energy sector has always been at the forefront of innovation and technology adoption. While working in the oil industry was once the pinnacle of career aspirations, today's energy sector offers even more exciting opportunities, demanding digital expertise to tackle the complex challenges we face. Building on this vision, I firmly believe that people are the most important asset in our energy industry. It is crucial to develop the next generation to be conscious of the challenges we will face in the coming decades. We need to train them accordingly, developing their critical thinking skills as well as instilling the values of innovation, agility, and responsibility—core principles that will support the success of the new energy business era. The energy industry stands at a pivotal crossroads, and our most valuable resource in navigating this transition is undoubtedly our people. As we face unprecedented challenges in the coming decades, it's crucial that we invest in developing the next generation of energy professionals. We must equip our future leaders with the tools to think critically about complex issues, fostering their ability to innovate and adapt rapidly to an ever-changing landscape. By instilling the values of innovation, agility, and responsibility within Bapco Energies, we're not just preparing them for the future - we're empowering them to shape it. The new energy business era demands a workforce that's not only technically proficient but also ethically grounded and forward-thinking. By prioritizing the development of our human capital, we're ensuring the long-term success and sustainability of our industry. Let's commit to nurturing talent, encouraging diverse perspectives, and creating an environment where breakthrough ideas can flourish. After all, the energy transition isn't just about technology; it's about the people driving that change. #EnergyIndustry #TalentDevelopment #Innovation #Sustainability #ChangeManagement

Ed Birkett joined me on Modo Energy's Transmission to cover all things Connections in the GB market - here are my highlights: ▶︎ How big projects get done in GB, why they take 5 years & where the Secretary of State gets involved. ▶︎ How the upcoming connection reform is expected to work, and what are the key details that still need to be worked out?  ▶︎ When your guest plugs the Market Monitoring reports for the US ISOs - you know it will be a great episode.