A thought-provoking conversation with the CEO of an industry giant, the powerhouse behind global energy for over a century, ExxonMobil. This is an important conversation you don’t want to miss. The production team on this episode were PLAN-B’s Nikolai Ovenberg and Niklas Figenschau. Background research was done by Sigurd Brekke and Shilpi Nanda with input from portfolio manager Ståle Lægreid.Links:Watch the episode on YouTube: Norges Bank Investment Management - YouTubeWant to learn more about the fund? The fund | Norges Bank Investment Management (nbim.no)Follow Nicolai Tangen on LinkedIn: Nicolai Tangen | LinkedInFollow NBIM on LinkedIn: Norges Bank Investment Management: Administrator for bedriftsside | LinkedInFollow NBIM on Instagram: Explore Norges Bank Investment Management on Instagram Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Darren Woods, CEO of ExxonMobil, known for his involvement in climate debates, discusses the company's new approach to environmental responsibility. He advocates for maintaining the Paris Agreement and highlights the complexity of balancing fossil fuel demands with climate action. Woods dives into the role of innovative technologies like hydrogen and carbon capture, and the importance of carbon pricing. He also touches on challenges faced in algae-based biofuels and the company's commitment to reducing methane emissions, shedding light on Exxon's evolving climate strategy.

Darren Woods, CEO of ExxonMobil, shares insights on the company's strong quarterly results and discusses the current state of oil prices and supply dynamics. He tackles regulatory challenges, including a California lawsuit over plastics waste. Arthur Brooks, a Harvard professor and author, analyzes the mood of the nation as the election approaches, emphasizing the need to maintain personal joy despite political turmoil. Both guests reflect on the interplay of economics and politics in shaping their respective fields.