Dean Foreman, Chief Economist, Texas Oil & Gas Association joined Grayson Brulte on The Road to Autonomy podcast to discuss how the powerful intersection of traditional energy and emerging technology are fueling the growth of AI data centers.
The Permian Basin with its layered geology and massive reserves continues to attract investment as this prolific oil and natural gas region remains essential to U.S. energy independence. Despite geopolitical uncertainties and high interest rates in the United States, oil markets have proven remarkably resilient.
Natural gas is quickly becoming the engine fueling the growth of AI data centers and the digital economy. From pipelines and LNG exports to the economics of co-located power generation, oil and gas aren’t just legacy fuels, they’re foundational to the future of automation, AI, and global prosperity.
Episode Chapters
0:00 Current Events Impact on Oil Markets
2:59 Strategic Petroleum Reserve (SPR)
4:02 Permian Basin
6:33 Global Oil Demand
11:58 Natural Gas Markets
16:16 AI Data Centers
22:42 Natural Gas Production and Consumption
27:10 Pipelines
28:23 Geology of the Permian Basin
30:25 Quarterly Outlook
Recorded on Tuesday, July 1, 2025
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