ENB Pub Note: This article is from Andrew Korybko\’s Newsletter on Substack. Andrew confirms several of my articles and brings up some great additional points. \”The EU would plunge into full-blown recession if it complied\” is an understatement. President Trump is correct in asking them to step up and end their remaining use of Russian […]
Continue ReadingAs the United States under President Donald Trump ramps up pressure on allies to sever Europe\’s lingering ties to Russian energy, the European Union finds itself caught in a geopolitical vise. Trump\’s administration has signaled readiness to impose sweeping sanctions on Russian oil exports, but only if European nations match the effort—potentially targeting third-party enablers […]
Continue ReadingIn the sweltering heat of the Caribbean, tensions between the United States and Venezuela have simmered for years, fueled by oil riches, political animosity, and the shadowy world of drug trafficking. But recent events—a U.S. military strike on a suspected drug boat off Venezuela\’s coast that killed 11 people on September 1—have pushed the rhetoric […]
Continue ReadingIn a bold escalation of its campaign against Russian energy infrastructure, Ukraine\’s Security Service (SBU) claimed responsibility for a drone strike on the Port of Primorsk, Russia\’s premier oil-loading terminal on the Baltic Sea. This marks the first direct hit on the facility, which handles a significant portion of Moscow\’s crude oil exports to global […]
Continue ReadingIn the complex web of global energy politics, the European Union\’s hesitation to slap oil-related tariffs on major Russian oil buyers like China and India is creating ripple effects far beyond trade balances. As of September 2025, this reluctance not only underscores the EU\’s pragmatic approach to sanctions but also poses a fascinating scenario for […]
Continue ReadingDaily Standup Top Stories California in Talks to Pay Hundreds of Millions to Valero to Stave Off Refinery Shutdown September 10, 2025 Clark Savage In a dramatic turnaround amid California’s escalating energy crunch, state legislators are reportedly negotiating to hand over hundreds of millions of dollars to Valero Energy Corp. to prevent the shutdown of its […]
Continue ReadingJapan, the world\’s fourth-largest economy as of mid-2025, is grappling with a confluence of economic pressures that threaten its stability and energy security. From sluggish growth and surging bond yields to demographic decline and political upheaval, these challenges are amplifying the nation\’s heavy reliance on imported energy. As a net importer of over 90% of […]
Continue ReadingIn the ever-evolving landscape of global energy, one trend stands out: the sharp decline in exploration capital expenditures (capex) by oil majors since the peak years around 2013. This pullback raises critical questions about future oil production capacity, especially as natural decline rates in existing fields demand massive investments to maintain supply. With demand from […]
Continue ReadingAs global energy dynamics shift amid geopolitical tensions and fluctuating supply chains, China remains a pivotal player in the crude oil market. In 2025, the world\’s largest oil importer will continue its aggressive stockpiling strategy, building strategic petroleum reserves (SPR) at a multi-year high pace. This move not only secures China\’s energy needs but also […]
Continue ReadingDaily Standup Top Stories Oklo Commences First Phase Construction on Nuclear Fuel Recycling Facility September 5, 2025 Clark Savage In a significant step toward advancing the U.S. nuclear energy sector, Oklo Inc. (NYSE: OKLO) has announced the commencement of the first phase of construction for a cutting-edge nuclear fuel recycling facility in Oak Ridge, […] Hyundai EV […]
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