In this episode of Energy Newsbeat – Conversations in Energy, Lt. General Mike Flynn joins Stu Turley to discuss the deep-rooted corruption in U.S. institutions, the need for election integrity reforms, and the national security risks posed by failing energy policy and refinery shutdowns. Flynn highlights key insights from his bestselling book A Pardon of Innocence, calls […]
Continue ReadingIn a bold assertion that underscores the ongoing tension between global energy transitions and surging technological demands, Saudi Aramco CEO Amin Nasser declared that fossil fuels, rather than renewables, will be the primary force driving the electricity surge needed for artificial intelligence (AI) and electric vehicles (EVs). Speaking at an industry conference on October 13, […]
Continue ReadingDaily Standup Top Stories The Current State of Critical Minerals in the US Market October 12, 2025 Clark Savage In an era defined by the push toward clean energy, electrification, and advanced technologies, critical minerals have emerged as the backbone of modern manufacturing and national security. These essential resources—ranging from lithium for batteries to […] China and […]
Continue ReadingIn a bold move to revitalize its energy sector amid global shifts toward sustainable resources, Peru is forging strategic partnerships with U.S. oil giant Chevron and Saudi Arabia. These alliances aim to unlock vast offshore oil potential and develop critical minerals like lithium, positioning the Andean nation as a key player in both traditional hydrocarbons […]
Continue ReadingIn a bold move amid escalating geopolitical tensions, China and Iran have formalized a significant oil-for-infrastructure agreement, effectively sidestepping U.S. sanctions through a barter system that exchanges Iranian crude for Chinese-built projects. This deal not only secures a steady oil supply for Beijing but also bolsters Tehran\’s infrastructure amid ongoing economic pressures from Washington. Details […]
Continue ReadingIn a significant escalation of economic pressure on Iran, the United States imposed a new round of sanctions on October 9, 2025, targeting over 50 entities, individuals, and vessels involved in the trade of Iranian oil and liquefied petroleum gas (LPG). This action, described by the U.S. Treasury as dismantling key elements of Iran\’s energy […]
Continue ReadingWeekly Daily Standup Top Stories Update on the Chevron Refinery in California – A national security disaster just got worse as a possible drone strike October 4, 2025 Clark Savage The Chevron El Segundo Refinery, located just outside Los Angeles, experienced a significant fire on October 2, 2025, drawing widespread attention due to its role in […]
Continue ReadingIn this episode of Energy Newsbeat – Conversations in Energy, Stuart Turley is joined by Kristi Antonick from Americans for Prosperity to discuss Texas’s major policy wins—from the passing of SB2 on school choice to the fight for property tax reform. Kristi shares grassroots success stories, like rallying over 1,000 citizens to the state capitol, […]
Continue ReadingIn a bold move highlighting the clash between federal energy priorities and California\’s stringent regulations, Houston-based Sable Offshore Corp. is turning to the Trump administration\’s National Energy Dominance Council for help in reviving a stalled offshore oil project off the coast of Santa Barbara. The Santa Ynez Unit, a cluster of offshore fields holding hundreds […]
Continue ReadingThe U.S. Energy Information Administration (EIA) has updated its Short-Term Energy Outlook (STEO), forecasting that U.S. crude oil production will average 13.5 million barrels per day (b/d) in both 2025 and 2026. This projection comes on the heels of a record-breaking July 2025, when U.S. crude oil output hit an all-time high of 13.6 million […]
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