As Winter Storm Fern swept across Texas in late January 2026, bringing freezing temperatures, ice, and sleet, the state’s electric grid faced its most significant test since the devastating Winter Storm Uri in 2021. Managed by the Electric Reliability Council of Texas (ERCOT), the grid not only avoided widespread blackouts but demonstrated marked improvements in […]
In a dramatic turn of events on January 26, 2026, natural gas futures prices surged dramatically, climbing as high as $6.83 per million British thermal units (MMBtu), marking a roughly 29% increase from the previous day and pushing levels to heights not seen since late 2022. This volatility underscores the energy market’s sensitivity to weather […]
In a significant development for the global energy market, Chevron Corporation has ramped up its operations in Venezuela by chartering its largest fleet of tankers in over a year to transport crude oil amid evolving U.S. policies and geopolitical shifts. This move comes as the U.S. enforces stricter measures on Venezuelan oil flows, yet Chevron […]
In the face of escalating Western sanctions following the 2022 invasion of Ukraine, Russia’s liquefied natural gas (LNG) sector has demonstrated remarkable resilience, particularly in its trade with China. As Europe’s demand for Russian energy waned under political pressure, Moscow pivoted eastward, deepening its energy partnership with Beijing. This shift has not only sustained Russia’s […]
There is a lot to unpack today, but if you want to make money, Silver, and Nat Gas are at the top of the list. The JP Morgan story with their silver problem is a wild ride for silver miners, and if you are looking to make some money, I show you the tools I […]
In the first year of the Trump Administration’s return to power—from January 20, 2025, to January 2026—a remarkable series of over 250 actions has been implemented to revitalize America’s energy sector. Compiled by Thomas J. Pyle of the Institute for Energy Research (IER), this comprehensive list highlights executive orders, regulatory rollbacks, legislative victories, and agency […]
As Winter Storm Fern barrels across the United States, blanketing much of the country in snow, ice, and record-low temperatures, the nation’s power grid is under immense pressure. This massive weather event, impacting over 170 million Americans from the Northern Plains to the East Coast, has already led to widespread disruptions, including flight cancellations, hazardous […]
In a rapidly escalating geopolitical drama, U.S. President Donald Trump has issued a stark warning to Canada: proceed with a new trade partnership with China, and face a blanket 100% tariff on all goods entering the United States. This threat comes on the heels of Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney’s announcement of a strategic agreement […]
The explosive growth of artificial intelligence (AI) and data centers is reshaping the energy landscape, demanding unprecedented levels of power that traditional grids and supply chains are struggling to meet. With AI workloads requiring massive computational resources, data centers are projected to see their power demand double or even triple by 2028, potentially reaching between […]
In a move that’s sending shockwaves through California’s already strained energy sector, oil giant Shell has announced plans to shutter or divest approximately 1,000 retail gas stations nationwide between 2024 and 2025, with significant impacts felt in the Golden State. While the company frames this as a strategic shift toward electric vehicle (EV) charging infrastructure, […]
