The global energy landscape is in the midst of a transformation, driven by accelerating climate goals, technological innovation, and shifting geopolitical dynamics. Energy Intelligence’s 2025 Energy Outlook sheds light on the trends shaping the industry’s […]
Author: Robert Rapier
How Europe’s Shift from Russian Gas is Reshaping Global Energy
The global energy landscape has entered a transformative era as Europe decisively shifts away from Russian natural gas. Once the cornerstone of Europe’s energy supply, Russia now faces the economic and geopolitical fallout of losing […]
How Energy Stocks Performed In 2024
The S&P 500 closed out 2024 with a total return of 23.3%, building on its 24.2% gain in 2023. Despite a weaker finish to the year, the index notched 57 record closes, fueled by optimism […]
Reviewing My 2024 Energy Sector Predictions
“It’s tough to make predictions, especially about the future.” – Yogi Berra Forecasting the energy sector is no exception. Each year brings unexpected twists, market shifts, and geopolitical developments that make forecasting this sector especially […]
The Biggest Energy Stories of 2024
The energy sector in 2024 was marked by steady progress rather than seismic shifts, with moderate oil prices reflecting a year largely unshaken by geopolitical turbulence. Here’s a closer look at some of the key […]
U.S. Energy Sector Shines in 2024 with Record-Breaking Oil Production
Despite ongoing concerns about global economic volatility, energy transition policies, and fluctuating demand, the U.S. energy sector has demonstrated its unmatched resilience and innovation. Building on the record-breaking momentum of 2023, 2024 has proven to […]
California’s Gasoline Prices: It’s Not the Refiners, It’s the Taxes
In 2022, California Governor Gavin Newsom signed SB-1322, the Oil Refiner Price Disclosure Act, into law. The legislation was hailed as a major step toward transparency, requiring refiners in California to report detailed monthly data […]
Northvolt’s Failure: A Wake-Up Call for Green Policy in Europe and the U.S.
A recent Financial Times article highlighted the challenges faced by Northvolt, once considered Europe’s flagship battery manufacturing startup, and underscores broader concerns about the green industrial transition in Europe. However, those same lessons are applicable […]
Why Enhanced Geothermal Could Revolutionize Renewable Energy
Enhanced Geothermal Systems (EGS) are quietly transforming how we think about renewable energy, turning one of the Earth’s most underutilized resources—its internal heat—into a reliable and sustainable power source. The DOE Department of Energy (DOE) […]
Parsing the Climate Views of Chris Wright
Donald Trump’s nomination of Chris Wright as Secretary of Energy has sparked significant debate, with environmental groups labeling him a “climate skeptic” or “climate denier” regarding his views. However, a closer examination of Wright’s publicly […]