Update on the Chevron Refinery in California – A national security disaster just got worse as a possible drone strike

The Chevron El Segundo Refinery, located just outside Los Angeles, experienced a significant fire on October 2, 2025, drawing widespread attention due to its role in supplying critical fuels to Southern California. As one of the state\’s key energy facilities, any disruption here can ripple through regional fuel markets. This update covers the latest on […]

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Big Oil Is Getting Leaner and Leaner, and AI Is Having an Impact

In a rapidly evolving energy landscape, major oil companies are shedding weight to stay competitive amid fluctuating crude prices, mergers and acquisitions, and technological disruptions. As highlighted in a recent Wall Street Journal piece, giants like ExxonMobil are leading the charge with significant workforce reductions—Exxon alone is cutting 2,000 jobs globally, about 3% of its […]

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How the Newest Snapback Sanctions on Iran from the EU Will Impact the Global Oil Markets

The global oil markets are entering a period of heightened uncertainty following the European Union\’s decision to trigger \”snapback\” sanctions on Iran. On September 27, 2025, France, Britain, and Germany activated this mechanism under the 2015 Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action (JCPOA), reimposing sweeping United Nations sanctions that had been lifted as part of the […]

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OPEC Plus Add It Again – ENB Weekly Recap

Weekly Daily 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, […] Treasury […]

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Why Valero Said No Is Good for California

Daily 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 […]

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