In Episode 130 of the Driller Newscast, anchor Brock Yordy starts with coverage of the 2018 farm bill expiration. Next, the Newscast covers the California Central Valley regulators enforcing groundwater sub-basin pumping - impacting 1,000,000 acres of farmland and 250,000 residents. Episode 130 features the UN's General Assembly Pact for the Future, which was introduced at 2024 Climate Week.
Episode 129 of the Driller Newscast features Robert Meyer, co-founder of the Geothermal Drillers Association and President of Thermex Geothermal. Robert addresses opportunities in geothermal, the journey from helper to president of a drilling company, and advice for a successful career to the graduates of HEET’s Pilot Geothermal Drilling Tutorial. This episode outlines the proper pathway for new geothermal professionals to enter the industry and help meet our net zero goals.
Welcome to episode 127 of The Driller Newscast. First, we talk safety and professionalism for the industry. And in our feature this week, we share takeaways from the pilot training tutorial at HEET in downtown Boston and advice from geothermal professionals to the next generation.
In Episode 127, The Driller Newscast drills into the opportunities and benefits of thermal networks and developing a new workforce. Episode 127 features a discussion between Angie Alberto Escobar, Director of Gas Geo Transition at HEET (Home Energy Efficiency Team) and Geothermal Drill Trainer, Brock Yordy. Angie and Brock share experiences of promoting geothermal as a family-sustaining career.
Brock Yordy and NDA President Sam Connelly discuss the National Drilling Association's progression to 10 chapters and bringing drillers together. Next, they discuss the fun and educational event, Drill Expo 2024, which will take place September 25-26 in Cleveland.
In Episode 125 of The Driller Newscast, host Brock Yordy delves into the critical role of identifying a competent person on job sites, particularly in high-risk drilling environments. As water rationing becomes a growing concern, Brock discusses how NASA's advanced technologies are being utilized to measure reservoir sizes and assess groundwater impacts. Finally, Brock highlights key conferences in September and October 2024, including the NDA DRILLEXPO and NY-GEO Brooklyn, that drilling professionals should mark on their calendars.
In Episode 124 of 'The Driller Newscast,' we talk Labor Day celebrations, critical safety topics, and the latest on funding that drives the drilling industry.
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