A recent headline generated outrage when it declared the Big Oil was asking the government for protection from climate change. The truth is more complicated.
In Defense Of Refiners
Natural Gas Is Already A Bridge Fuel
Those who wish to debate whether natural gas should be a bridge between a coal-fired past and a renewable future are missing the point. It is already serving as that bridge.
Yes, We Should Conserve Energy
The Trump Administration recently lowered future fuel efficiency standards, offering as a partial rationale that new oil supplies make conserving energy less important. I disagree.
Why Diesel Prices Are Set To Soar
A new rule coming into effect for marine shipping in 2020 promises to drive up the price of diesel, as well as low sulfur crudes like West Texas Intermediate.
Understanding The Debate Over Ethanol And Smog
The ethanol industry and President Trump are advocating for year-round sales of 15% ethanol blends. Here’s why some are concerned about this move.
Why Fall Brings Cheaper Gasoline
Gasoline prices usually fall after summer, and not just because demand drops. Today, I explain the factors that typically lead gasoline prices to trend down as fall arrives.
Venezuela’s Citgo Refineries At Risk Of Seizure
A decade ago, I suggested that U.S. oil companies target Venezuela’s Citgo refineries as compensation for Venezuela’s expropriation of their assets. Last week a court ruling opened the door for that remedy.
Build A Portfolio At A Discount Using Options
If you’re building a portfolio, or just looking to add a new position, doing it via options will expedite the process and save you a few percentage points.
Yes, The U.S. Is The World’s Top Energy Producer
Last week President Trump was fact-checked for claiming the U.S. is the world’s largest energy producer. But in this case, the fact-checker had to be fact-checked.
Natural Gas Price Spike May Be Looming
Natural gas inventories are low heading into the high-demand season, yet natural gas prices do not reflect the possibility of tight supplies this winter.