In a bold move to resuscitate the struggling U.S. coal industry, President Donald Trump is set to issue an executive order directing the Pentagon to procure electricity from coal-fired power plants. This initiative aims to leverage federal purchasing power to sustain coal operations, framing it as a matter of national security and energy independence. The […]
In a recent appearance on the Clay & Buck podcast, sponsored by PureTalk, Secretary of the Interior Doug Burgum laid bare the stark realities facing California’s energy landscape. Speaking from Washington, D.C., Burgum highlighted how the Golden State’s aggressive climate policies are not just driving up gas prices but posing a genuine threat to America’s […]
Chet Love stopped by the Energy News Beat Podcast, and we had an absolute blast. Chet has a wild background and is working to solve problems in the AI/Data Center and business space. We had fun talking about wind, solar, and how Elon’s vision could hold the key. Chet was on his game; he even […]
In the volatile world of global energy markets, narratives can shift as quickly as oil prices. For months, headlines have painted a picture of an oil glut—abundant supplies keeping Brent crude hovering around $67 per barrel and WTI at $64. Yet, beneath this apparent surplus lies a fractured market, distorted by uncounted volumes of sanctioned […]
By Stuart Turley, Energy News Beat In a landscape where artificial intelligence and data processing demands are skyrocketing, data center operators are increasingly bypassing traditional grid connections to build their own power generation facilities. A recent report from Cleanview, a market intelligence platform focused on the energy transition, reveals a striking trend: nearly 75% of […]
In a bold move poised to reshape America’s energy landscape, President Donald Trump is set to repeal the 2009 EPA endangerment finding—a cornerstone of federal climate regulations that declared greenhouse gases (GHGs) as a threat to public health and welfare. This repeal, expected imminently, would dismantle the legal foundation for numerous Obama- and Biden-era rules […]
ENB Pub Note: This article was first run on America Outloud News, and Ronald Stein has some outstanding points. We will cover this and other articles on the next Energy News Beat Stand-Up. The Net Zero emission goals of California government leaders, including Governor Gavin Newsom, cannot ignore the fundamental reality that wind turbines and […]
In a significant shift for the energy sector, Expand Energy Corporation (NASDAQ: EXE), North America’s largest natural gas producer, has announced plans to relocate its corporate headquarters from Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, to Houston, Texas, by mid-2026. This move comes just seven days after Devon Energy revealed its own headquarters relocation to Houston as part of […]
In a landmark move shaking up the offshore drilling sector, Transocean Ltd. (NYSE: RIG) has announced its acquisition of Valaris Limited (NYSE: VAL) in an all-stock transaction valued at approximately $5.8 billion. This deal, unveiled on February 9, 2026, positions the combined entity as the world’s largest offshore drilling contractor, boasting a formidable fleet and […]
In the rapidly transforming landscape of global energy and transportation, China’s grip on the electric vehicle (EV) sector has become a dominant force. With control over critical supply chains, particularly batteries, China is reshaping the industry through aggressive strategies that blend state support with market tactics. This dominance, however, comes at a cost—raising alarms about […]
