Energy Risk Engineering
by John Munno - Risk Engineer, Golfer, Cancer Survivor.
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Upstream Risk Engineering for beginners
Upstream Risk Engineering for beginners
About this podcast
Where we discuss all topics related to all energy sources and their risks. These discussions are built with AI and my Intelligence. They are fantastic ways to consume large amounts of information. Dig in!
Episodes
The newest 20 of 63 episodes
- Upstream Risk Engineering for beginners · 45 minTarget Audience: Offshore drilling operators, risk engineers, safety managers, and upstream insurance underwriters.Show Concept & OverviewThis deep-dive podcast explores how the…
- The First Safe Look: Is That Downed Line Live? · 22 minWhen a storm passes, the deadliest moment isn't the wind — it's the window right after, when damage is everywhere and nobody yet knows which downed spans are still carrying…
- Petrochemical Safety and Risk Management: The Smitty's Supply Case · 14 minThis report examines the environmental and operational disaster caused by a 2025 explosion at the Smitty’s Supply petrochemical facility in Louisiana. The text details how…
- Moder Chlorine Plant Risk Management · 16 minThe new generation of ion-exchange membrane chlor-alkali plants (2024–2030 generation) is delivering 25–35% more energy-efficient operations thanks to advances like higher…
- Detecting High-Voltage Corona Discharge · 16 minThe Invisible Threat: Detecting High-Voltage Corona Discharge Every utility faces a major hidden danger that leads to outages, equipment failure, and even wildfires: corona…
- LNG & LPG Emergency Response SOP · 15 minEffective Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) are non-negotiable in the energy sector, particularly when managing high-hazard materials like Liquefied Natural Gas (LNG) and…
- Large Battery System Losses 2020 - 2025 · 16 minThis document, titled "Post-Incident Analysis: Lessons from $1.5B+ Li-Ion BESS Losses," offers a crucial look into the safety challenges facing the rapidly expanding Battery…
- Electrical Signature Analysis for Solar Photovoltaic Monitoring · 16 minDive into the world of solar energy innovation with this episode on "Electrical Signature Analysis for Solar Photovoltaic Monitoring." Discover how ESA—a cutting-edge…
- Hydrogen & BESS Projects: How Compliance Software Streamlines Design, Operations & Insurability · 21 minNavigating the intricate code requirements for hydrogen (H2) and Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS) projects can be a significant challenge, creating uncertainty for all…
- Machine Learning in Power and Chemical Plants · 15 minIn this episode, we explore how machine learning paired with current transformer (CT) technology is changing the way plants monitor and maintain equipment. Instead of wiring up…
- IR and the new NFPA 70B requirements · 16 minTailored for engineers, this episode explores the technical and practical impacts of the new standard, with a focus on its significance for the energy industry—covering power…
- The DSPA Nitrogen Generator - non-pressurized Fire Protection System · 8 minIn this solo episode, we explore a lesser-known but increasingly relevant fire protection option for mission-critical environments: the DSPA nitrogen generator system. Designed…
- Strategic Management of Inspection Deferrals in Oil and Gas · 16 minDive into the critical world of asset integrity in the oil and gas industry. This episode explores the complex issue of maintenance inspection deferrals, decisions to postpone…
- Managing Moisture in GSU Transformers: A Comprehensive Guide for Engineering Professionals · 24 minIn this episode, we explore why keeping moisture out of Generator Step‑Up (GSU) transformers is critical to reliability and safety. Join us as we map out: • Primary Water…
- Process Safety Performance Indicators · 29 minWelcome to this audio overview on process safety performance indicators (PSPIs). In the process industry, while personal safety is crucial, preventing major incidents requires a…
- Power Plant Sequential Trip Logic Explained · 15 minIn this overview, we explore power plant sequential trip logic, focusing on a setup where the generator field breaker stays closed until a reverse power permissive is detected…
- Steam Turbine Overspeed Testing · 14 minSteam turbine overspeed trip testing is essential for safety, with different methods depending on whether the system is electronic or mechanical. Electronic systems can be tested…
- New Nuclear and how it's insured in the US · 15 minThis audio overview discusses the status of several new nuclear power plant projects planned or under development in the United States as of March 2025, including their…
- Solar Plant Risks · 17 minThe audio overview of the sources is a two-part series from the YouTube channel "Energy Risk Engineering Lessons" focusing on risk management for solar energy. The first video…
