In a bold move that could reshape global energy policy, U.S. Energy Secretary Chris Wright has renewed threats to withdraw the United States from the International Energy Agency (IEA), criticizing the organization for its heavy emphasis on climate advocacy at the expense of energy security. This warning comes amid growing frustrations that the IEA’s reports […]
By Stuart Turley, Energy News Beat In a dramatic turn of events that has sent shockwaves through global energy markets, oil prices surged nearly 3% on February 18, 2026, following the abrupt collapse of peace talks between Russia and Ukraine in Geneva. Brent crude futures climbed 2.7% to $69.15 per barrel, while West Texas Intermediate […]
Ryan Norris from Americans for Prosperity in Arkansas stopped by, and we had a productive discussion about the great initiatives they are running to positively impact Americans in Arkansas. And yes, Stu asks the most important question in Energy News Beat history. “Ryan, are you related to Chuck Norris?” They are focused on saving consumers […]
In a move that underscores California’s ongoing push for global climate partnerships amid domestic political tensions, Governor Gavin Newsom signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with U.K. Energy Secretary Ed Miliband on February 16, 2026, aimed at deepening cooperation on clean energy technologies. The agreement, signed in London, builds on decades of transatlantic collaboration and […]
Jack Prandelli of The Merchants News Substack stopped by, and we had a blast visiting about huge changes in the oil and gas markets. At the end of the podcast, we also discuss how we should restructure electricity prices for consumers. 1. China’s efforts to reduce its reliance on the US dollar: – China is […]
In a move that has heightened tensions in the Middle East, Iran announced the temporary partial closure of sections of the Strait of Hormuz on February 17, 2026, to conduct naval exercises by its Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC). The drills, dubbed “Smart Control of the Strait of Hormuz,” involved live-fire exercises and were described […]
ENB Pub Note: While many judges see Secretary Rubio in memes of him holding different jobs, and they are fun, that is not what just happened. David Blackmon’s Substack article makes some outstanding points, and Andrew Korybko’s Substack offers comments from a Russian perspective. And I think that both are very informative. I will cover […]
After the U.S. capture of Nicolás Maduro in early January 2026, Venezuela has been receiving a lot of press attention over the last few weeks. Of particular interest is that as of today, more than 90 percent of the 30 million Venezuelans, i.e., 27 million, live in poverty. Nearly 70 percent are stuck in extreme poverty. Shockingly, 80% […]
European coal futures extended their rally for a fourth straight day on Monday, propelled by a Ukrainian drone strike on Russia’s key Black Sea coal export hub and fresh supply constraints from Indonesia, the world’s largest thermal coal shipper. The attack on the Taman seaport—handling over 1 million tons of coal monthly—has raised fears of […]
As global flashpoints—from the ongoing Ukraine conflict to escalating U.S.-China trade frictions and Middle East volatility—intensify, central banks are stockpiling gold at a pace unseen in decades. This isn’t just a hedge against inflation; it’s a strategic pivot away from the U.S. dollar amid de-dollarization efforts and sanctions that have weaponized the financial system. According […]
