Author: Stu

The National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine recently issued a report on the effect of GHG emissions

ENB Pub Note: We will cover this on the Energy News Beat podcast, Daily Show, and this article came from Doug Sheridan on LinkedIn. I want to add that it seems like, while the Government is shut down, the clouds have changed, and people are noticing a lot less of the funny-looking contrails that linger […]

Shell’s Q3 Profit Soars on Strong Trading and Production

In a positive signal for investors, energy giant Shell plc has released its third-quarter 2025 trading update, indicating a significant uptick in performance driven by robust trading activities and increased production volumes. The update, released on October 7, 2025, ahead of the full earnings report scheduled for October 30, suggests that profits are set to […]

Low Oil Prices: Saudi Gift to Trump or Ticking Bomb?

ENB Pub Note: This article from Irina Slav on Oilprice.com is excellent, and we will cover this on our daily standup podcast. OPEC+ has agreed to modest monthly production boosts, keeping oil prices range-bound around $65 per barrel, which benefits consumer countries like the US but creates challenges for producer nations. Saudi Arabia’s strategy of […]

President Trump Approves a 211-Mile Road to Alaska’s Ambler Mining District

In a move poised to unlock vast mineral resources critical to America’s energy transition and national security, President Donald Trump has approved the construction of a 211-mile access road to Alaska’s remote Ambler Mining District. This decision reinstates a project initially greenlit during Trump’s first term, only to be rescinded under the Biden administration, signaling […]

Ukraine Claims Strike on Oil Terminal in Crimea

In a significant escalation of its campaign against Russian energy infrastructure, Ukraine’s military announced on October 6, 2025, that it had successfully struck the Marine Oil Terminal in Feodosia, located in Russian-occupied Crimea. This attack is part of a broader series of long-range drone operations targeting key Russian assets, including explosives factories and ammunition depots. […]

Fear and Loathing in the Net Zero Camp

Fear and Loathing in the Net Zero Camp You don’t want to miss this episode of the Energy Realities Podcast with the International Team from the UK, EU, and the US. We have Dr. Tammy Nemeth, Irina Slav, Stu Turley, and David Blackmon. We will be covering the latest updates in Net Zero, like the reports that […]

Has Gavin Newsom’s War on Oil and Gas Gone Too Far? Can He Recover in Time to Run for President?

California Governor Gavin Newsom has long positioned himself as a climate warrior, pushing aggressive policies to phase out fossil fuels in the Golden State. From banning new fracking permits to imposing setbacks on drilling near communities, his administration has waged what critics call a “war” on the oil and gas industry. But with gasoline prices […]

What Are The Implications of the Califorina Chevron Refinery Disaster?

This is a National Security issue for the United States Gavin Newsom should be proud. Has absolutely devastated the oil and gas industry in California, and single-handedly wiped out the future development of oil and gas. Even with studies showing that the formations in California need to be drilled to reduce methane due to their […]

RTD’s $539M Diesel Comeback: Because Electric Buses Were Just Too Shocking – David Blackmon

In a stark admission that the electric vehicle revolution is more mirage than reality, Colorado’s Regional Transportation District (RTD) is set to borrow a whopping $539 million to replenish its bus fleet, effectively shelving its longheld EV bus dreams. This move, detailed in RTD’s latest financial forecast, underscores the harsh lessons learned from pushing unripe green tech […]

Has Net Zero Cost Germany Its Top Spot in Manufacturing?

Germany has long been hailed as Europe’s industrial powerhouse, renowned for its engineering prowess and export-driven economy. However, in recent years, the country’s ambitious push toward net zero emissions—embodied in its Energiewende policy and amplified by EU-wide regulations—has sparked debate. Critics argue that soaring energy costs, regulatory burdens, and a rapid shift away from reliable […]