Despite strict U.S. tariffs on Chinese electric vehicles (EVs), and more expected to be introduced under President-elect Donald Trump, China’s share of the global EV market is continuing to grow. With easy access to vast critical mineral supplies and lithium-ion batteries, as well as high government subsidies, China is...
California's refiners reported an average net profit margin of just $0.09 per gallon between June 2023 and April 2024, far from excessive.
Taxes and fees, totaling $1.40 per gallon, are the largest contributors to California's high gas prices, not oil refiners' profits.
Policymakers should focus on California’s tax...
Northvolt's collapse reveals critical green tech challenges, from policy fragmentation to operational inefficiencies.
The U.S. can avoid similar pitfalls by focusing on supply chain resilience and integrating second-life battery strategies.
Coordinated public-private partnerships and long-term policies are essential to ensure clean energy competitiveness.
A recent Financial Times article highlighted...
Chris Wright, Trump's pick for Energy Secretary, is sparking debate with his nuanced views on climate change and energy policy.
Wright acknowledges carbon dioxide’s role in warming but emphasizes economic practicality over sweeping climate mandates.
The global emissions debate highlights challenges in balancing U.S. policy with international climate...
President-elect Donald Trump has begun to select the members of his new government, nominating new cabinet members across several departments. The two choices that are most likely to have an impact on U.S. energy are Doug Burgum, who Trump chose as Interior Secretary, and Chris Wright, who he selected...
On August 6th, the Department of Energy (DOE) awarded $2.2 billion to eight energy projects aiming to upgrade and reinforce energy infrastructure across 18 U.S. states. This $2B energy infrastructure investment is designed to enhance the U.S. power grid's resilience against extreme weather events, such as hurricanes, elevated heat...
With Kamala Harris expected to take over from Biden as the Democrat candidate in the U.S. Presidential race, many are asking whether she will follow in her predecessor’s footsteps by making the green energy transition a priority and where she stands on oil and gas. She has previously supported...
As the Russian invasion of Ukraine continues to evolve, members of the G7 Summit in Elmau agreed to place a price cap on Russian oil exports of $60 per barrel. This price cap contained a twofold goal of restricting Russia’s oil revenue while maintaining the global oil supply.
While the...
In the bustling world of the oil and gas industry, one subject captures the essence of exploration and production activities - mineral rights. The acquisition of these rights plays a significant role in the industry, acting as the linchpin of successful extraction and processing operations. This article unravels the...
The end of the oil industry in the not-too-near future has been predicted for years. These predictions became more frequent recently amid the push for a transition to non-fossil fuel energy in parts of the world, notably in the West. But, are reports of oil’s elimination greatly exaggerated? Is...
