Energy Company Warns CARB on ‘The Stark Reality’ Driving In-State Refining Capacity to Zero of CA’s Remaining 7 Refineries

ENB Pub Note: This is a huge story. I just interviewed Katy Grimes last Thursday. It seems like California is intentionally trying to undermine energy security. This is a National Security issue and needs attention from the Trump Administration. California\’s Energy Crisis A Rogue State Threatening National Security By Katy Grimes, California Globe,    An energy […]

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Chevron Taps Into Venezuelan Oil as Crude is Being Processed in US. What does this mean for investors?

The recent geopolitical shift in Venezuela, following the U.S.-led capture and removal of former President Nicolás Maduro in early 2026, has opened new doors for American energy companies. Chevron, the only U.S. oil major still operating in the country, is ramping up its activities amid eased sanctions and a special Treasury Department license. This development […]

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California Pipeline Closes, 100 Trucks Hit Roads: Is This the Breaking Point for California Consumers and High Gas and Diesel Looming?

In the heart of California\’s oil country, a critical artery for the state\’s energy supply has been severed. The San Pablo Bay Pipeline, the largest inland crude oil pipeline in the Golden State, has shut down, forcing thousands of barrels of oil to be transported by truck instead. What was once a seamless underground flow […]

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US Crude Oil Inventories Up

In the latest Weekly Petroleum Status Report from the U.S. Energy Information Administration (EIA) for the week ending January 9, 2026, U.S. commercial crude oil inventories (excluding the Strategic Petroleum Reserve) saw a notable increase of 3.4 million barrels, reaching a total of 422.4 million barrels. This build defied market expectations of a drawdown and […]

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Oil and Venezuela: Insights from Former Rep. Jason Isaac on Trump\’s Bold Energy Move

In a recent appearance on Fox & Friends First, former Texas State Representative and current CEO of the American Energy Institute, Jason Isaac, shared his expert insights on President Donald Trump\’s upcoming meeting with oil industry executives. The discussion centered on the potential for U.S. companies to revitalize Venezuela\’s vast oil reserves, a move that […]

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What Should Consumers and Investors Look for in Energy in 2026? Trends will continue of people moving to Red States due to Affordability

As we step into 2026, the energy landscape is poised for significant shifts driven by geopolitical tensions, technological advancements, and policy changes. For consumers, rising costs in electricity, gasoline, and diesel remain a pressing concern, often varying starkly along political lines in the U.S. Investors, meanwhile, can find opportunities in resilient sectors like shale oil, […]

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Five Energy Market Trends to Track in 2026: The Year of the So-Called Glut

As we step into 2026, the global energy landscape is poised for turbulence, with whispers of an oil \”glut\” dominating headlines. Yet, this narrative may be overstated, influenced by geopolitical pressures and market dynamics that could reshape supply realities. Drawing from recent analyses, including Reuters\’ outlook and insights from OPEC and specialized energy commentary, here […]

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Ukraine Says It Strikes Rosneft\’s Syzran Oil Refinery in Samara

In a bold escalation of its long-range drone campaign, Ukraine has claimed responsibility for a strike on Rosneft\’s Syzran oil refinery in Russia\’s Samara region. The attack, which occurred overnight on December 27, 2025, marks the latest in a series of targeted operations aimed at disrupting Russia\’s energy infrastructure amid the ongoing conflict. Ukrainian military […]

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