In a bold move echoing his first-term trade policies, President Donald Trump has imposed tariffs and sanctions on India, targeting its massive imports of Russian crude oil. These measures, including a 25% tariff on certain Indian imports tied to Russian energy purchases, aim to curb India\’s role in circumventing Western sanctions on Russia amid the […]
Continue ReadingFederal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell\’s annual address at the Jackson Hole Economic Symposium is always a pivotal moment for global markets, and his 2025 speech, delivered on August 22, was no exception. Titled \”Monetary Policy and the Fed\’s Framework Review,\” Powell signaled a potential shift toward easing monetary policy amid cooling inflation and a softening […]
Continue ReadingWeekly Daily Standup Top Stories Solar Shares Rise as Trump Hit to Credits Softer Than Feared August 17, 2025 Clark Savage In a surprising turn for the renewable energy sector, solar stocks have surged following the Trump administration’s latest guidance on tax credits for wind and solar projects. Released on August 15, 2025, the new rules […] […]
Continue ReadingIn this episode of Energy Newsbeat – Conversations in Energy, Stu Turley sits down with Adam Hirschfeld, SVP of Workrise, to discuss the evolving landscape of the oil and gas industry. They dive into the impact of AI on energy demand, the challenges of permitting reforms, and the future of natural gas, microgrids, and decentralized […]
Continue ReadingThe global push toward net zero emissions has been a cornerstone of climate policy and investment strategy for years, but recent developments suggest a significant shift. Major banks, once vocal supporters of environmental, social, and governance (ESG) initiatives, are increasingly retreating from these commitments. This trend raises critical questions for investors in the energy sector: […]
Continue ReadingThe ongoing conflict in Ukraine has reshaped global energy dynamics, with Western sanctions on Russia diverting oil and gas flows, creating discounts, and forcing new trade patterns. But what if the war ended abruptly—say, tomorrow—and sanctions were lifted? Would oil prices crash as Russian crude floods the market? Or could prices actually rise due to […]
Continue ReadingIn a bold move to revitalize American energy production, the Trump administration has unveiled a sweeping offshore oil and gas leasing schedule through the Department of the Interior (DOI). Announced on August 19, 2025, this initiative marks a stark reversal from the restrictive policies of the previous Biden administration, aiming to unleash domestic resources and […]
Continue ReadingENB Pub Note: This is an outstanding article from David Blackmon\’s substack, and we recommend you support and subscribe to his channel. We had covered this last week on the Energy News Beat Daily stand-up, and stated that it would cause problems for the India/US relationship. But as David points out, there are reasons that […]
Continue ReadingIn the golden glow of California\’s self-proclaimed climate leadership, Governor Gavin Newsom has positioned himself as a champion of green energy, touting aggressive policies to phase out fossil fuels and embrace renewables. From banning new gas-powered cars by 2035 to pushing for a carbon-neutral grid, Newsom\’s rhetoric paints a picture of a state leading the […]
Continue ReadingIn a significant boost to Europe\’s energy landscape, Norway\’s oil production has surged to a 10-year high, largely driven by the ramp-up of Equinor\’s Johan Castberg field in the Barents Sea. As of July 2025, the country\’s crude oil output climbed 17% from the previous month to 1.96 million barrels per day (bpd), exceeding official […]
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