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 […]
In the rolling hills of Central Texas, where wind farms dot the landscape like metallic sentinels, a massive overhaul is underway at the Prairie Hill Wind Farm. Owned and operated by French energy giant ENGIE North America, the facility spanning Limestone and McLennan counties near Mart is set to demolish all 100 of its existing […]
By Stuart Turley, Energy News Beat In a stunning admission that echoes the skepticism long voiced by industry watchers, Stellantis—the multinational automaker behind brands like Jeep, Chrysler, Fiat, and Peugeot—has taken a $26 billion sledgehammer to its electric vehicle (EV) ambitions. This massive write-down, announced as part of a broader “business reset,” signals a pivotal […]
New York, the self-proclaimed vanguard of progressive climate action, is staring down the barrel of its own green revolution—and it’s starting to look a lot like a financial bloodbath. The state’s Climate Leadership and Community Protection Act (CLCPA) of 2019 painted a utopian vision: 70% renewable electricity by 2030, 100% zero-emission power by 2040, and […]
In a stark reminder that “green” energy isn’t always as tidy as it seems, the state of Texas has filed a high-stakes lawsuit against a wind turbine recycler accused of turning a rural Texas town into an unintended graveyard for massive, non-biodegradable blades. The case, centered in Sweetwater, highlights not just one company’s alleged negligence […]
