In the world of energy, simple answers are often misleading. While political narratives love to credit (or blame) presidents for gas prices, the reality...
By Robert Rapier
Originally published July 9, 2024
Updated by Kym Bolado on December 22, 2025
Record Oil Production: U.S. oil output hits a new high,...
Venezuela possesses the world’s largest proven oil reserves, yet its economy and energy sector have collapsed rather than flourished. The reasons lie not in...
U.S. shale output may be nearing its peak, prompting concerns about long-term energy security.
Industry leaders and energy analysts warn of slowing production...
Defining Energy Independence: Exploring the differences between zero imports and energy surplus.
Consistent Energy Surplus: How U.S. energy independence has grown under both...
Filling up in the Golden State these days feels more like highway robbery than a routine errand. As of mid-April, California's average price sits...
Misleading Reports: Claims that the Biden Administration has fully replenished the Strategic Petroleum Reserve (SPR) are inaccurate.
Current SPR Levels: Despite some purchases,...
Renewed focus on fossil fuel investments under Trump’s administration
Potential cuts to federal climate funding and clean energy tax credits
Changes anticipated for...
Global Surge: Renewable energy consumption soared to 14.6% of total primary energy, driven by significant increases in solar and wind power.
China Leads:...
AI Data Centers Are Power-Hungry – AI-driven demand could outpace U.S. grid capacity, requiring major infrastructure upgrades.
Utilities & Energy Markets Are Changing...
