In this episode of the Energy News Beat Daily Standup - Weekly Recap, the hosts, Stuart Turley and Michael Tanner cover urgent U.S. energy grid concerns, including PJM's warning of summer blackouts due to fossil fuel plant retirements and surging demand. They critique California's refinery shutdowns, which could drive gas prices to $9, and discuss Saudi Arabia's budget strain with Brent crude below breakeven levels. The episode also examines Equinor’s potential exit from a New York wind project, Shell’s rumored acquisition of BP, Russia’s massive shipbuilding expansion, and new U.S. sanctions targeting Iran’s oil trade with China.Highlights of the Podcast 00:00 - Intro01:38 - U.S. Largest Grid Operator is warning of Summer Power Shortages05:51 - Newsom’s War On Oil Could Send California Gas Prices To $9, Analyst Warns09:44 - Saudi Arabia Spends Like Oil’s Still at $9011:58 - Texas Laws Aim To Stabilize ERCOT Grid By Leveling The Playing Field Among All Power Generators14:56 - Is Shell Sizing Up Oil’s Biggest Power Grab Yet?17:49 - Equinor could axe wind project off New York within days21:26 - Russia readies billions for domestic fleet buildout23:51 - Washington issues further sanctions aimed at Iran’s trade with China25:39 - OutroPlease see the links below or articles that we discuss in the podcast.U.S. Largest Grid Operator is warning of Summer Power ShortagesNewsom’s War On Oil Could Send California Gas Prices To $9, Analyst WarnsSaudi Arabia Spends Like Oil’s Still at $90Texas Laws Aim To Stabilize ERCOT Grid By Leveling The Playing Field Among All Power GeneratorsIs Shell Sizing Up Oil’s Biggest Power Grab Yet?Equinor could axe wind project off New York within daysRussia readies billions for domestic fleet buildoutWashington issues further sanctions aimed at Iran’s trade with ChinaFollow Stuart On LinkedIn and TwitterFollow Michael On LinkedIn and TwitterENB Top NewsEnergy DashboardENB PodcastENB SubstackENB Trading DeskOil & Gas Investing– Get in Contact With The Show –
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Energy's American Legacy: The Role of Hydrocarbons in Shaping History
In this episode of Energy Newsbeat – Conversations in Energy, Stuart Turley interviews Kent Williamson, author of American Heat Engine, Hydrocarbons and the Power of the United States. They discuss the vital role of hydrocarbons in American history, touching on topics such as the impact of coal, oil, and natural gas, and how the U.S. has utilized private mineral rights to become a leading energy producer. Kent also highlights energy security issues, particularly in California, and the global importance of LPG in providing energy solutions to underserved populations. The conversation explores energy's complex role in shaping geopolitics and the economy, with Kent stressing the need for a better understanding of the energy industry.We are in an energy revolution. Energy consumers are waking up to the fact that high energy prices come from "Green Energy Policies" that impact and hurt the environment and economy more than they provide electricity. Kent's book tells us how we got here and has some great insights as a guide for where we need to go.I look forward to more conversations with Kent as we move into the next energy era.You can get the book here: https://a.co/d/fzFJ86VFollow Kent on his LinedIn Here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kent-j-williamson-830bb617/Highlights of the Podcast 00:00 - Intro01:04 - Kent's Career and Energy Industry Insights04:09 - History of Energy in America05:07 - Book Launch and Pricing08:25 - Energy Security and Coal's Role12:23 - Energy's Humanitarian Impact16:34 - Energy Production and National Security20:36 - California's Energy Crisis22:47 - Strategic Hydrocarbon Bridges31:06 - Energy Exports and the Gulf Coast35:02 - Future Plans and Book Editions39:14 - LPG and Global Energy Solutions40:13 - Conclusion and Future Talks
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EU Sanctions & LNG Boom: What’s Next?
In this episode of the Energy News Beat Daily Standup, the hosts, Stuart Turley and Michael Tanner discuss key energy developments, including Woodside’s $17.5 billion LNG project in Louisiana, with Saudi Aramco joining in 2029, boosting U.S. trade. They also cover EU sanctions on Russian ships and U.S. efforts to target Iran’s oil trade with China. The hosts highlight peak coal discussions at the Geneva conference, the global shift toward LNG, and Venture Global’s upcoming 20-year LNG contracts. The episode concludes with market updates on oil and gas prices, OPEC's forecast adjustments, and insights from industry analysts.Highlights of the Podcast 00:00 - Intro02:12 - Aramco plans to join Woodside’s Louisiana LNG project03:53 - EU sanctions target nearly 200 Russia-linked ships05:50 - Washington issues further sanctions aimed at Iran’s trade with China07:39 - Peak coal and energy security dominate discussion at Geneva conference09:41 - CEO: Venture Global to sign multiple 20-year LNG contracts in coming quarters13:38 - Markets Update14:29 - EIA Crude Oil Inventory Report15:38 - OutroPlease see the links below or articles that we discuss in the podcast.Aramco plans to join Woodside’s Louisiana LNG projectEU sanctions target nearly 200 Russia-linked shipsWashington issues further sanctions aimed at Iran’s trade with ChinaPeak coal and energy security dominate discussion at Geneva conferenceCEO: Venture Global to sign multiple 20-year LNG contracts in coming quartersFollow Stuart On LinkedIn and TwitterFollow Michael On LinkedIn and TwitterENB Top NewsEnergy DashboardENB PodcastENB SubstackENB Trading DeskOil & Gas Investing– Get in Contact With The Show –
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Equinor Quits Wind?!
In this episode of the Energy News Beat Daily Standup, the hosts, Stuart Turley and Michael Tanner break down Equinor's potential cancellation of its $2.5 billion Empire Wind project off Long Island due to halted federal support, rising electricity costs, and lost tax credits. They also cover Ukraine’s first bio-LNG export to the EU, Sempra’s LNG pre-commissioning in Mexico, and Russia’s multi-billion-dollar domestic fleet expansion aimed at Arctic shipping dominance. The duo wraps with market updates, falling oil service earnings, and insights into tariffs, LNG, and U.S.–Saudi energy ties.Highlights of the Podcast 00:00 - Intro02:07 - Ukraine’s MHP delivers first bio-LNG supplies to EU03:55 - Equinor could axe wind project off New York within days07:35 - Sempra’s ECA LNG export project starts pre-commissioning activities09:26 -Russia readies billions for domestic fleet buildout14:19 - Markets Update17:07 - Halliburton, Schlumberger Brace for the Next Oil Slump19:40 - OutroPlease see the links below or articles that we discuss in the podcast.Ukraine’s MHP delivers first bio-LNG supplies to EUEquinor could axe wind project off New York within daysSempra’s ECA LNG export project starts pre-commissioning activitiesRussia readies billions for domestic fleet buildoutHalliburton, Schlumberger Brace for the Next Oil SlumpFollow Stuart On LinkedIn and TwitterFollow Michael On LinkedIn and TwitterENB Top NewsEnergy DashboardENB PodcastENB SubstackENB Trading DeskOil & Gas Investing– Get in Contact With The Show –
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Is Shell Sizing Up Oil’s Biggest Power Grab Yet?
In this episode of the Energy News Beat Daily Standup, the hosts, Stuart Turley and Michael Tanner discuss the ongoing fiscal challenges Saudi Arabia faces as oil prices stay below the required levels to balance its budget, and the U.S. government’s efforts to refill the Strategic Petroleum Reserve (SPR) with a proposed $1.3 billion investment. The duo also touches on Texas’ grid issues and high electricity rates caused by wind and solar costs, the potential for UK blackouts, and speculation around Shell’s possible acquisition of BP amidst weak earnings. Finally, they discuss the broader energy market outlook, with a focus on oil price fluctuations and geopolitical impacts.Highlights of the Podcast 00:00 - Intro01:52 - Saudi Arabia Spends Like Oil’s Still at $9004:10 - Republicans Push to Refill the Strategic Petroleum Reserve With $1.3 Billion07:42 - Texas Laws Aim To Stabilize ERCOT Grid By Leveling The Playing Field Among All Power Generators10:42 - Can the UK avoid the Spain Blackouts? Or are they doomed?5:44 - Markets Update18:54 - Is Shell Sizing Up Oil’s Biggest Power Grab Yet?22:14 - OutroPlease see the links below or articles that we discuss in the podcast.Saudi Arabia Spends Like Oil’s Still at $90Republicans Push to Refill the Strategic Petroleum Reserve With $1.3 BillionTexas Laws Aim To Stabilize ERCOT Grid By Leveling The Playing Field Among All Power GeneratorsCan the UK avoid the Spain Blackouts? Or are they doomed? Is Shell Sizing Up Oil’s Biggest Power Grab Yet?Follow Stuart On LinkedIn and TwitterFollow Michael On LinkedIn and TwitterENB Top NewsEnergy Dashboard ENB PodcastENB SubstackENB Trading DeskOil & Gas Investing– Get in Contact With The Show –
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