Global Surge: Renewable energy consumption soared to 14.6% of total primary energy, driven by significant increases in solar and wind power.
China Leads:...
Nuclear power generation increased by 2% globally in 2023, with China leading in capacity expansion and the U.S. remaining the top producer.
Europe...
Market Sentiment: Negative sentiment from weaker U.S. job data and fears of a potential recession have significantly impacted oil prices.
Economic Indicators: Weaker...
Misleading Reports: Claims that the Biden Administration has fully replenished the Strategic Petroleum Reserve (SPR) are inaccurate.
Current SPR Levels: Despite some purchases,...
U.S. solidifies position as top natural gas producer and LNG exporter in 2024.
European natural gas demand and production decline, with significant drops...
Historical Trends: Review of 30 years of gasoline price fluctuations and their causes.
Trump's Presidency: Examination of gasoline price trends during Trump’s tenure...
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,...
Defining Energy Independence: Exploring the differences between zero imports and energy surplus.
Consistent Energy Surplus: How U.S. energy independence has grown under both...
Global Emissions Surge: CO₂ equivalent emissions grew by 2.1% in 2023, crossing 40 billion metric tons for the first time.
Western Decline vs....
Record World Energy Consumption and Production: Primary energy consumption increased by 2%, surpassing pre-COVID levels, with renewables growing significantly but fossil fuels still...
