Strategic Reserves: Navigating the SPR's Past and Future with Arnab Datta

Oil Ground Up

In this episode of the Oil Ground Up podcast, host Rory Johnston is joined by Arnab Datta, Managing Director of Policy Implementation at Employ America, to delve into the intricate history and evolving role of the U.S. Strategic Petroleum Reserve (SPR). Discover why the SPR was established in the aftermath of the Arab oil embargo, how it has been managed through various administrations, and the pivotal changes it underwent during the 2022 oil price crisis under President Biden. Explore the political, legal, and physical constraints that shape this unique American energy security asset and its future under the Trump administration. Tune in for an insightful discussion on the SPR's impact on global oil markets and U.S. energy policy.