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Kinder Morgan - What's the vibe on future projects/growth?

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·41d ago·2 comments

Been seeing some chatter online and in industry news about shifts in the energy sector, and it got me thinking about KMI's long-term outlook. Beyond the day-to-day, I'm trying to get a feel for where the company is headed. Are we still heavily invested in traditional fossil fuels, or is there a significant pivot towards renewables and infrastructure for them happening? My role feels secure *now*, but the company's direction is obviously a big factor in job security down the road. I haven't seen any major project cancellations or anything alarming, but the landscape is changing so fast. Anyone working on or aware of new initiatives or strategic shifts that signal growth or maybe even a scaling back in certain areas? Trying to understand the bigger picture and how it might impact us all in the coming years. Any insights would be appreciated.

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·41d ago

KMI is definitely navigating some choppy waters. While they're still heavily involved in traditional midstream infrastructure, there's a growing focus on diversifying. You'll see more investment in CO2 transport for carbon capture projects and some exploration into renewable natural gas. It's not a full 180 overnight, but the direction seems to be towards a more integrated energy future, which could mean opportunities in areas beyond just oil and gas pipelines.

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·41d ago

From what I've gathered, the 'vibe' is cautious optimism mixed with a pragmatic approach. KMI isn't likely to abandon its core fossil fuel business anytime soon, given current demand. However, they are actively looking at opportunities in the energy transition, particularly in areas like carbon capture and storage (CCS) infrastructure. This might not be the aggressive renewable push some are hoping for, but it shows an awareness of the changing landscape and a strategy to adapt.