Notes and opinions from the Energy News Beat team.
In a move that underscores the ongoing ripple effects of Western sanctions on Russia’s energy sector, at least one independent Chinese refiner—commonly known as a “teapot”—has snapped up Russian ESPO crude at a significant discount. […]
In a major boost for U.S. energy infrastructure and Alaska’s economy, the Alaska LNG project has secured all necessary federal permits ahead of schedule, paving the way for what could become one of the largest […]
Or is this about the Monroe Doctrine? 1. The Trump administration’s actions against Venezuela, including the capture of a “dark fleet” oil tanker. We discuss whether this is more about oil or a show of […]
In a world increasingly focused on energy transitions and geopolitical tensions, recent projections paint a picture of sustained growth in global oil demand. According to a report from the CNPC Economics and Technology Research Institute, […]
Venezuela, home to the world’s largest proven oil reserves, has long been a pivotal player in global energy dynamics. However, years of political turmoil, economic mismanagement, and stringent U.S. sanctions have crippled its oil industry, […]
The artificial intelligence revolution is reshaping industries worldwide, and nowhere is this more evident than in Texas, where a flood of data center projects is straining the state’s energy infrastructure. With requests for over 220 […]
In a series of bold operations, Ukrainian forces have intensified their drone campaigns against Russian energy assets, underscoring the ongoing geopolitical tensions’ profound impact on global oil markets. The latest strikes, including a significant hit […]
In a bold display of defiance against US sanctions, two shadowy supertankers—operating under the pseudonyms “Crag” and “Galaxy 3″—have docked at Venezuela’s Jose port to load nearly 4 million barrels of Merey 16 crude oil […]
ENB Pub Note: This is an outstanding article from the Energy Bad Boys, Mitch Rolling and Isaac Orr, on Substack. We highly recommend subscribing to and supporting them. They bring out some crazy points, and […]
In a stark indicator of mounting pressures on Russia’s energy sector, the country’s oil and gas revenues are projected to plummet by nearly 50% in December 2025, reaching a five-year low of approximately $5.15 billion. […]
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