At the Gulf Coast Industry Forum, Lon Brenner, vice president and general manager of Valero’s Houston Refinery, joins Jeremy Osterberger to discuss how long-term investments continue to strengthen one of Houston’s most important industrial assets. Brenner reflects on the refinery’s growth since the shale revolution, Valero’s commitment to reliability and operational excellence, and ongoing investments in environmental innovation—from flare gas recovery to mobile air monitoring. He also shares insight into workforce development, community engagement, and what it takes to keep a world-class refinery running safely and efficiently inside city limits.

In this episode, at the Gulf Coast Industry Forum, Ric Campo, chairman of Port Houston, joins Jeremy to discuss Project 11, the deepening and widening of the Houston Ship Channel, and what full federal funding means for industry and the region. Campo explains how the project will improve safety, cut vessel transit times, and even reduce emissions while driving major economic growth. He also touches on current challenges around tariffs and trade, Port Houston’s record volume, and the Anchors in Action initiative—a collaborative program investing millions into local community projects and sustainability efforts. For more news on the renewable energy industry, manufacturing industry, oil and gas industry and more, visit https://www.bicmagazine.com/

At the Gulf Coast Industry Forum, Chris Jahn, president and CEO of the American Chemistry Council, joins Jeremy Osterberger to discuss how U.S. chemical manufacturers are tackling challenges around competitiveness, regulation, and sustainability. Jahn shares his outlook on global market recovery, updates on key policies like TSCA and the Inflation Reduction Act, and insights on how regulatory certainty can drive long-term investment. He also highlights ACC’s work on supply chain resilience and the potential impacts of major freight rail mergers on chemical logistics. For more news on the renewable energy industry, manufacturing industry, oil and gas industry and more, visit https://www.bicmagazine.com/

In this podcast, Jeremy speaks with Sol Broady, head of corporate development at Management Controls, Inc., about the company’s latest innovation, EcoSys Connect for MyTrack, a real-time project controls integration now available off the shelf. Broady discusses how the solution, first custom-built for BP and Cenovus, enhances speed and visibility for industrial project management. He also shares insights from the Momentum 2025 conference and explains how MyTrack represents the next generation of MCI’s legacy Track platform. Explore the future of workforce and project management at managementcontrols.com For more news on the renewable energy industry, manufacturing industry, oil and gas industry and more, visit bicmagazine.com

In this podcast, Adam Peters, CEO of Air Liquide North America, joins Jeremy Osterberger to talk about the company’s growing investment in the United States and its role in the transition to cleaner industry. Peters explains why the U.S. continues to attract large-scale projects, how trade uncertainty and tariffs affect global planning, and why policy stability—especially under the Inflation Reduction Act—is key for hydrogen expansion. He also shares how Air Liquide is helping manufacturers cut emissions while strengthening competitiveness, and offers a personal look at his own journey from upstate New York to Texas. For more news on the renewable energy industry, manufacturing industry, oil and gas industry and more, visit bicmagazine.com. This podcast is sponsored by TankWorx and Construction Services.  Discover how TankWorx and Construction Services can help you build safer, stronger, and smarter. Visit tankworx.com to learn how their expertise can power your next project.

At the Gulf Coast Industry Forum, Bill Flores, chairman of the board for ERCOT, joins Jeremy Osterberger to discuss how Texas is strengthening its grid while balancing reliability, affordability and clean energy growth. Flores explains how legislative action and industry collaboration are helping ERCOT meet rising demand driven by rapid population growth, data centers, and new industry investment. He also shares insights on battery storage, nuclear power, and why Texas’ independent grid remains key to the state’s resilience and agility.

At the Gulf Coast Industry Forum, Jeremy speaks with Chad Carson, vice president of economic development for the Economic Alliance Houston Port Region, about the region’s $5 billion project pipeline and what it means for future investment. Carson discusses petrochemical market challenges, the impact of resin pricing, and how state-level initiatives in carbon capture and energy reliability are shaping new opportunities. He also highlights billion-dollar investments in natural gas power generation and long-term carbon storage projects that could bring thousands of jobs and major economic impact to the Houston Ship Channel region. For more news on the renewable energy industry, manufacturing industry, oil and gas industry and more, visit https://www.bicmagazine.com/

In this podcast, Jeremy Osterberger interviews Sean Clawges, President of Brock Industrial Services. Sean shares his extensive industry background and explains how Brock provides scaffolding, insulation, paint and abatement services nationwide. For more news on the renewable energy industry, manufacturing industry, oil and gas industry and more, visit bicmagazine.com.  

From the Energy Projects Conference in Houston, Jeremy Osterberger interviews Nick Crum, construction manager for Texas at Excel Scaffolding, part of the Bartlett Group.   Nick shares how the Bartlett Group is expanding beyond its strong foundation in the oil and gas sector into LNG, microchips, and even international markets.   For more news on the renewable energy industry, manufacturing industry, oil and gas industry and more, visit bicmagazine.com.

Join Jeremy Osterberger as he talks with Cassidy Welch, Key Account Manager for EPC Partnerships at BASF North America, at the Energy Projects Conference. Cassidy shares insights about his role managing major engineering and construction partnerships across North America, including Canada and Mexico. Learn about BASF’s strategic focus on sustainability, key capital projects, and the evolving landscape of the petrochemical and refinery industry. For more news on the renewable energy industry, manufacturing industry, oil and gas industry and more, visit bicmagazine.com.

Jeremy Osterberger and David Cresson, president & CEO of the Louisiana Chemical Association and Louisiana Chemical Industry Alliance discuss industry growth, capital investments and LCA’s role as the voice of Louisiana’s chemical sector.   For more news on the renewable energy industry, manufacturing industry, oil and gas industry and more, visit bicmagazine.com.

Jeremy Osterberger and Russell Klinegardner, president and CEO of HASC discuss advancing safety excellence, expanding services and tackling workforce challenges in the petrochemical and refining industries.   🌐 Learn more about the Health and Safety Council: https://www.hasc.com/ 📰 For more news on the renewable energy industry, manufacturing industry, oil and gas industry and more, visit: https://www.bicmagazine.com/

Join Jeremy Osterberger in this exclusive conversation with Tom Yura, president and CEO of UBE C1 Chemicals America and board chair of GBRIA (Greater Baton Rouge Industry Alliance). Tom breaks down UBE's $500M investment in South Louisiana, the first U.S. DMC/EMC production facility and the region’s emergence as a clean energy and chemical manufacturing hub. Learn how UBE is working with local contractors, schools and organizations like GBRIA to build a skilled workforce, enhance safety through training and robotics and drive sustainable growth across Ascension Parish and beyond.  Learn more about UBE and GBRIA's economic development efforts in Louisiana. For more news on the renewable energy industry, manufacturing industry, oil and gas industry and more, visit: bicmagazine.com

Jeremy Osterberger visits Wildcat Golf Course in Houston for a powerful day of purpose, connection, and community at the Industry Business Roundtable’s annual golf tournament. Jeremy speaks with Willie Wells, President and CEO of the Industry Business Roundtable, and Pastor Randy Miller of Nova Vita Mental Wellness, the event’s charitable beneficiary.   🌐 Dive into the Safety Excellence Awards program, its impact, best practices, and what’s coming up at the June 12 seminar: industrybusinessroundtable.us   🧠 Discover how Nova Vita is making mental health counseling more accessible and how you can support their mission: novavitamentalwellness.com   📰 For more news on the renewable energy industry, manufacturing industry, oil and gas industry and more, visit: bicmagazine.com

In this episode of the BIC Magazine Weekly Industry Report, we cover Dow and X-Energy’s permit application for a small modular reactor in Texas, CenterPoint Energy's sale of its natural gas distribution business, TG Natural Resources' $525 million acquisition of Chevron's East Texas assets, Phillips 66’s $2.2 billion acquisition of EPIC Y-Grade, and EnCap Investments and Double Eagle’s $2.5 billion expansion in the Permian Basin. 📰 For more news on the renewable energy industry, manufacturing industry, oil and gas industry and more, visit: https://www.bicmagazine.com/ #EnergyNews #Nuclear #NaturalGas

In this episode of the BIC Magazine Weekly Industry Report, we cover First Hydrogen’s expansion into nuclear power for green hydrogen production, Voyager Midstream’s latest pipeline acquisition from Phillips 66, record-breaking U.S. natural gas pipeline expansions, and NRG Energy’s $560 million purchase of six Texas power plants. 📰 For more news on the renewable energy industry, manufacturing industry, oil and gas industry and more, visit: https://www.bicmagazine.com/ #EnergyNews #NaturalGas #Nuclear

In this episode of the BIC Magazine Weekly Industry Report, we cover Chevron’s interest in Phillips 66’s chemical venture stake, the EIA’s forecast of U.S. fuel inventories hitting their lowest levels since 2000, the Senate’s vote to overturn the Biden administration’s methane fee, Golden Pass LNG’s export permit extension, and Covestro’s strides toward climate neutrality at its Baytown site. 📰 For more news on the renewable energy industry, manufacturing industry, oil and gas industry and more, visit: https://www.bicmagazine.com/ #EnergyNews #Chevron #Methane

In this episode of the BIC Magazine Weekly Industry Report, we cover Diamondback Energy’s $4 billion acquisition in the Midland Basin, Ørsted’s revised $30 billion offshore wind investment plan, the rapid rise of renewable diesel consumption on the U.S. West Coast, Venture Global’s LNG milestone, and the launch of Mississippi’s newest solar park.   📰 For more news on the renewable energy industry, manufacturing industry, oil and gas industry and more, visit: https://www.bicmagazine.com/   #EnergyNews #OffshoreWind #LNG

In this episode of the BIC Magazine Weekly Industry Report, we break down Energy Secretary Chris Wright’s latest order prioritizing energy production, ONEOK and MPLX’s joint venture for a new LPG export terminal in Texas City, falling natural gas prices across major U.S. hubs, potential U.S. crude export declines amid a trade war with China, and America’s reliance on imported uranium.   For more news on the renewable energy industry, manufacturing industry, oil and gas industry and more, visit bicmagazine.com.

In this episode of the BIC Magazine Weekly Industry Report, we discuss LyondellBasell’s closure of its Houston refinery, the EIA's forecast for retail gas prices, Kinder Morgan’s proposed $3 billion South System Expansion 4 Project, former President Trump’s national energy emergency declaration, and the Department of Energy’s $15 billion loan guarantee for PG&E’s Project Polaris.   For more news on the renewable energy industry, manufacturing industry, oil and gas industry and more, visit bicmagazine.com.