California\’s Wildfire Emissions Top Its Power Plants, but Go Uncounted

This exclusion stems from a technicality known as the \”fast carbon cycle,\” which assumes forests will quickly reabsorb the released carbon. However, with longer fire seasons and degraded ecosystems, this assumption is increasingly unreliable, potentially masking the true scale of California\’s climate impact. The problem is compounded by decades of horrific land management practices that […]

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BP Has Huge Win in Brazil

In a significant boost for the global energy sector, BP has announced its largest oil and gas discovery in 25 years at the Bumerangue prospect in Brazil\’s deepwater Santos Basin. This find underscores Brazil\’s growing importance as a hydrocarbon powerhouse and positions BP to strengthen its upstream portfolio amid shifting energy dynamics. Let\’s dive into […]

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Tankers Deliver Russian Crude to India Despite US and EU Pressure

In the ongoing geopolitical chess game surrounding Russia\’s invasion of Ukraine, Western sanctions aimed at crippling Moscow\’s energy revenues continue to face significant hurdles. Despite intensified pressure from the United States and the European Union, tankers laden with Russian crude oil are still docking at Indian ports, underscoring the limitations of these measures. This persistent […]

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Chevron\’s Record Oil and Gas Output Boosts Earnings Amid Price Challenges

In a testament to operational excellence, Chevron Corporation (CVX) has achieved record-breaking oil and gas production in the second quarter of 2025, positively influencing its earnings despite headwinds from lower commodity prices. This milestone underscores the resilience of traditional energy giants in a volatile market while highlighting key considerations for investors evaluating shareholder returns across […]

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Enbridge Books Record Core Earnings on Power and Gas Demand

In a robust display of resilience amid fluctuating energy markets, Enbridge Inc. (NYSE: ENB), one of North America\’s leading energy infrastructure companies, has reported record core earnings for the second quarter of 2025. The Calgary-based pipeline giant\’s performance underscores the growing demand for natural gas and power, driven by industrial expansion, liquefied natural gas (LNG) […]

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Malaysia cracks down on illegal ship-to-ship transfers

Malaysia has introduced new regulations to combat illegal ship-to-ship (STS) oil transfers in its territorial waters, a move that could disrupt operations of the so-called shadow tanker fleet moving sanctioned oil to China. Under the new rules, vessels caught conducting unauthorised STS operations will face immediate detention, with the release process expected to take weeks. […]

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Chevron, Consumers, and Venezuela All Benefit from Trump\’s Reinstatement to Operate in Venezuela

In a bold move that underscores a pragmatic approach to energy policy, President Donald Trump has reinstated Chevron\’s license to operate in Venezuela, allowing the U.S. energy giant to resume production and export activities in the South American nation. This decision, which reverses previous sanctions and builds on earlier exemptions, is poised to deliver significant […]

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India Pauses Russian Crude Oil Purchases

In a significant shift amid escalating geopolitical tensions, Indian state refiners have temporarily halted purchases of Russian crude oil this week. This decision comes in response to U.S. President Donald Trump\’s threats of imposing 25% tariffs on Indian goods and additional penalties for India\’s reliance on Russian oil and military equipment, set to take effect […]

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