ENB Pub Note: This article is from Noozhawk in Santa Barbara, and was written by George Harmer. George was on the ENB podcast with Stu Turley and Steve Hilton, the Governor Candidate for California. Gavin Newsom\’s energy policies have crippled California and are a National Security risk for the United States. Santa Barbara has long […]
Continue ReadingDoomberg stops by the Energy News Beat and Energy Impacts Podcast with Stu Turley and David Blackmon. Doomberg lays out the massive topic of trade wars with China and the global impact on the financial markets. What are investors and consumers thinking? In this engaging discussion, they explore China’s dominance in rare earth minerals, the U.S. […]
Continue ReadingIn a bold escalation amid the ongoing Russia-Ukraine conflict, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has announced plans to broaden the scope of long-range strikes targeting Russian oil refineries. This declaration, made following a strategic meeting with his military staff, underscores Ukraine\’s intent to intensify pressure on Russia\’s energy sector, which Zelensky claims is already \”paying a […]
Continue ReadingIn a high-stakes diplomatic maneuver amid escalating global energy tensions, Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban is scheduled to meet U.S. President Donald Trump in Washington next week to address the impact of new U.S. sanctions on Russian oil and natural gas exports. The discussions come at a critical juncture for Hungary, a landlocked Central European […]
Continue ReadingDaily Standup Top Stories Secretary Chris Wright has a plan for Rare Earth and Critical Minerals – What is the timeline? October 25, 2025 Clark Savage In an outstanding interview with Larry Kudlow on Fox Business, Secretary Chris Wright covers some key points on the upcoming China meetings with President Trump and President Xi. • The […]
Continue ReadingWeekly Daily Standup Top Stories Citi Says Russia-Ukraine De-escalation Could Impact Oil to $50, and Oil’s Surplus Is Here—But What’s the Real Story? October 19, 2025 Clark Savage In the volatile world of energy markets, headlines from major financial institutions like Citigroup often grab attention. Recently, Citi analysts suggested that a potential de-escalation in the Russia-Ukraine […]
Continue ReadingAs the Ukraine conflict grinds into its fourth year, Western powers are once again turning to the familiar playbook of economic sanctions. This week, the United States slapped sweeping restrictions on Russia\’s two largest oil producers, Rosneft and Lukoil, while the European Union rolled out its 19th sanctions package, targeting over 100 shadow fleet tankers […]
Continue ReadingIn a move that underscores the relentless squeeze on California\’s fossil fuel industry, Valero Energy has confirmed it will proceed with shutting down its Benicia refinery by April 2026, despite last-ditch negotiations with state officials. The 145,000-barrel-per-day facility, a cornerstone of West Coast refining since 1968, falls victim to what Valero cites as an unforgiving […]
Continue ReadingDaily Standup Top Stories EU’s Climate Rules Have Caused a Response from the US and Qatar, Issuing Trade Threats October 22, 2025 Clark Savage In an escalating tension over global energy trade, the European Union’s push for stringent climate and sustainability regulations has drawn sharp rebukes from major LNG suppliers, the United States, and Qatar. Both […]
Continue ReadingIn the ever-evolving landscape of global energy geopolitics, one truth remains steadfast: Russian oil continues to flow unabated, defying the best efforts of Western sanctions to choke off Moscow\’s revenues. Despite intensified pressure from the United States and the European Union, export volumes from Russia show no signs of significant decline. Instead, key buyers like […]
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