Strait of Hormuz closure
A Strait of Hormuz closure could halt nearly 20% of global oil traffic and major LNG shipments.
Global markets may...
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,...
U.S. shale gas production shows a first-time decline, raising questions about future output stability.
Decreased profitability from low gas prices has led to...
Extreme Weather Increases Demand – Cold temperatures and reduced wind power output are driving higher reliance on natural gas.
Supply Constraints Tighten the...
Global Emissions Surge: CO₂ equivalent emissions grew by 2.1% in 2023, crossing 40 billion metric tons for the first time.
Western Decline vs....
By Robert Rapier | Originally Published on Forbes | Adapted for SHALE Magazine
On a recent flight from Los Angeles to Phoenix, I glanced out...
In his latest Forbes piece, Robert Rapier—Editor in Chief of SHALE Magazine—dives into global carbon efficiency and what it means for U.S. energy markets....
Iran missile strike oil
Iran launched a coordinated missile strike on a U.S. base in Qatar, signaling symbolic retaliation.
Oil prices unexpectedly dropped 6%...
AI Data Centers Are Power-Hungry – AI-driven demand could outpace U.S. grid capacity, requiring major infrastructure upgrades.
Utilities & Energy Markets Are Changing...
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,...
