Renewed attention on Venezuela’s oil sector in early 2026 has largely focused on politics and diplomacy. But behind the headlines, Chevron’s strategy is being...
By Robert RapierOriginally published on Forbes. Republished with permission.
Late Tuesday evening, President Donald Trump posted a striking message on Truth Social, calling for a...
As oil prices struggle to find a footing in the wake of the latest OPEC moves, natural gas has stepped into a standout role...
Record World Energy Consumption and Production: Primary energy consumption increased by 2%, surpassing pre-COVID levels, with renewables growing significantly but fossil fuels still...
Big Oil Climate Lawsuits are under scrutiny, but blaming only oil giants ignores the full picture.
Global fossil fuel emissions are a shared...
Renewed focus on fossil fuel investments under Trump’s administration
Potential cuts to federal climate funding and clean energy tax credits
Changes anticipated for...
Biden Administration’s refilling strategy for the SPR explained and fact-checked.
Conflicting statements from the Department of Energy on replenishing the SPR.
Why the...
In his ongoing energy commentary as a Forbes Senior Contributor, SHALE Magazine Editor-in-Chief Robert Rapier explores how tariff policies—particularly those enacted under the second...
U.S. energy policy shift
The U.S. energy sector is pivoting toward energy abundance, innovation, and deregulation.
A renewed focus on LNG exports, nuclear energy,...
U.S. oil production reached new heights in 2024, surpassing 2023's record of 12.9 million barrels per day
Technological advancements and strategic infrastructure investments...


















