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OMG science
fromThe New Yorker
17 hours ago

Donald Trump Wants to "Drill, Baby, Drill." History Shows the Devastation That Would Wreak

Offshore oil drilling poses significant risks to marine ecosystems, as evidenced by the devastating impact of the Deepwater Horizon spill on deep-sea corals.
SF politics
fromFortune
17 hours ago

'It's shocking how poorly prepared the administration is': DOGE gutted major energy personnel who warn the U.S. has lost key insights amid Iran war | Fortune

The Trump administration's cuts to the Bureau of Energy Resources hindered U.S. energy diplomacy during escalating tensions with Iran.
#us-economy
fromSilicon Canals
19 hours ago
US politics

This isn't 2022: Why the Iran oil shock hits a US economy with no SPR buffer and no Fed room - Silicon Canals

fromAxios
6 days ago
Retirement

America's less energy-intensive economy braces against Iran war shock

US politics
fromSlate Magazine
2 days ago

The Economy Is in Even Rougher Shape Than It Looks

The U.S. economy shows mixed signals with better-than-expected job growth but concerning trends in wage growth and unemployment disparities.
fromSilicon Canals
19 hours ago
US politics

This isn't 2022: Why the Iran oil shock hits a US economy with no SPR buffer and no Fed room - Silicon Canals

fromAxios
6 days ago
Retirement

America's less energy-intensive economy braces against Iran war shock

US politics
fromSlate Magazine
2 days ago

The Economy Is in Even Rougher Shape Than It Looks

The U.S. economy shows mixed signals with better-than-expected job growth but concerning trends in wage growth and unemployment disparities.
Environment
fromTruthout
1 day ago

Trump Axed Nearly $1B in Solar Funding as Puerto Rico Faces Power Outages

Maria Perez sought reliable electricity after experiencing prolonged outages during hurricanes in Puerto Rico.
#windfall-tax
Europe news
fromFortune
1 day ago

European ministers urge EU to impose windfall taxes on energy companies as prices spike 'to ensure that this burden is distributed fairly' | Fortune

European finance ministers are urging a bloc-wide windfall tax on energy companies to address rising oil and gas prices and inflation concerns.
Europe news
fromwww.thelocal.com
1 day ago

Five EU nations urge tax on energy firms' windfall profits

Spain and four EU nations propose a windfall tax on energy companies to alleviate consumer burdens from rising fuel prices due to the Middle East conflict.
Europe news
fromThe Local Germany
1 day ago

Five EU nations urge tax on energy firms' windfall profits

Spain and four EU nations propose a windfall tax on energy companies to alleviate consumer burdens from rising fuel prices due to the Middle East conflict.
Europe news
fromFortune
1 day ago

European ministers urge EU to impose windfall taxes on energy companies as prices spike 'to ensure that this burden is distributed fairly' | Fortune

European finance ministers are urging a bloc-wide windfall tax on energy companies to address rising oil and gas prices and inflation concerns.
Europe news
fromwww.thelocal.com
1 day ago

Five EU nations urge tax on energy firms' windfall profits

Spain and four EU nations propose a windfall tax on energy companies to alleviate consumer burdens from rising fuel prices due to the Middle East conflict.
Europe news
fromThe Local Germany
1 day ago

Five EU nations urge tax on energy firms' windfall profits

Spain and four EU nations propose a windfall tax on energy companies to alleviate consumer burdens from rising fuel prices due to the Middle East conflict.
Business
from24/7 Wall St.
1 day ago

These Energy ETFs Yield Over 5%, And Are Perfect For Spiking Energy Prices

WTI crude oil prices have surged significantly, and Alerian MLP ETF offers substantial yields with exposure to midstream energy infrastructure.
#trump-administration
fromLos Angeles Times
2 days ago
Non-profit organizations

Trump's 2027 budget would cut billions from clean energy and climate programs while boosting military spending

Trump's 2027 budget proposal includes significant cuts to clean energy and environmental programs, aiming to eliminate funding for the 'green agenda.'
fromStreetsblog USA
6 days ago
Alternative transportation

Trump's 'Freedom Means Affordable Cars' Rings Hollow As Gas Prices Surge - Streetsblog USA

Rising gas prices challenge the Trump administration's oil consumption strategy and highlight the need for better mobility alternatives in American cities.
Non-profit organizations
fromLos Angeles Times
2 days ago

Trump's 2027 budget would cut billions from clean energy and climate programs while boosting military spending

Trump's 2027 budget proposal includes significant cuts to clean energy and environmental programs, aiming to eliminate funding for the 'green agenda.'
Alternative transportation
fromStreetsblog USA
6 days ago

Trump's 'Freedom Means Affordable Cars' Rings Hollow As Gas Prices Surge - Streetsblog USA

Rising gas prices challenge the Trump administration's oil consumption strategy and highlight the need for better mobility alternatives in American cities.
fromFuturism
1 day ago

EPA Now Values Human Lives at $0

When lives are assigned a higher dollar value, stricter pollution standards tend to clear the 'economic efficiency' sniff test, resulting in cleaner air. But that improved air quality comes at the expense of America's industrial industries, which have to invest in pricey systems to reduce the amount of these pollutants they spew down to acceptable levels.
US Elections
Cryptocurrency
fromnews.bitcoin.com
2 days ago

Bitcoin Hovers Near $67,000 Amid US Political Turmoil and Soaring Energy Prices

Bitcoin remained stable around $67,000 despite geopolitical tensions and political upheaval in the U.S.
Venture
from24/7 Wall St.
3 days ago

Wall Street Backs Ur-Energy as a Top Made-in-America Uranium Play

Ur-Energy is rated a Buy with a C$3.25 target, benefiting from U.S. energy policies and domestic uranium production.
#gas-prices
Europe news
fromFortune
5 days ago

Gas prices under Trump just hit a benchmark from the Biden inflation era | Fortune

U.S. gas prices have surpassed $4 a gallon due to the Iran war, impacting consumers and the economy significantly.
Europe news
fromFortune
5 days ago

Gas prices under Trump just hit a benchmark from the Biden inflation era | Fortune

U.S. gas prices have surpassed $4 a gallon due to the Iran war, impacting consumers and the economy significantly.
#gasoline-prices
Canada news
fromwww.cbc.ca
2 days ago

ANALYSIS | The energy crisis is getting worse. How protected is Canada? | CBC News

Gasoline prices in Canada are rising due to a global energy crisis, but the country is less affected than others due to its energy production capacity.
Canada news
fromwww.cbc.ca
2 days ago

ANALYSIS | The energy crisis is getting worse. How protected is Canada? | CBC News

Gasoline prices in Canada are rising due to a global energy crisis, but the country is less affected than others due to its energy production capacity.
World news
fromAxios
2 days ago

U.S. economy adds stronger-than-expected 178,000 jobs in March

The economy added significantly more jobs than expected despite challenges from the Iran conflict and other factors.
Tech industry
fromWIRED
3 days ago

A New Google-Funded Data Center Will Be Powered by a Massive Gas Plant

A pragmatic 'all-of-the-above' strategy is essential for energy, with gas as a critical bridge while investing in renewables.
Artificial intelligence
fromEntrepreneur
4 days ago

Why Entrepreneurs Can't Ignore AI's Growing Energy Demands

AI's rapid growth is significantly increasing global electricity demand, reshaping energy as a strategic business asset for entrepreneurs.
fromwww.aljazeera.com
4 days ago

Can Russia help fill the global energy gap?

Higher crude prices due to the disruption in the Strait of Hormuz have allowed Russia to earn more from its oil and gas exports, positioning it favorably in the global market.
Russo-Ukrainian War
France news
fromThe Local France
4 days ago

PM orders France to step up electrification projects in face of oil crisis

France's government is prioritizing electrification to reduce dependence on imported oil and address rising fuel prices.
#energy-crisis
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 days ago

Energy crisis: why keep calm but cut down' may be a better message for Labour

Government messaging on energy crisis may downplay serious challenges and hinder sensible consumption reduction advice.
Europe news
fromBusiness Matters
6 days ago

UK firms enter new energy crisis weaker than in 2022, distress index warns

UK businesses face greater financial vulnerability amid the latest global energy crisis compared to the 2022 Ukraine conflict.
Europe news
fromwww.dw.com
1 week ago

How countries are tackling the global energy crisis

The closure of the Strait of Hormuz has led to a global energy crisis with rising oil prices and various countries implementing fuel rationing measures.
US politics
fromCommon Dreams
2 days ago

As Trump Pushes 'Polluters First Agenda,' 2027 Budget Blasted as 'Bloody New Deal' | Common Dreams

Trump's 2027 budget request prioritizes military spending while cutting social and scientific programs, raising concerns about accountability and environmental impact.
fromFortune
3 days ago

Countries are turning to 'structurally more resilient' energy sources as oil and gas crisis deepens, UN renewables chief says | Fortune

"A more decentralized energy system, with a growing share of renewables and more market players, is structurally more resilient. Countries that invested in the energy transition are weathering this crisis with less economic damage, as they boost energy security, resilience and competitiveness."
Environment
Venture
fromnews.bitcoin.com
2 days ago

Bitcoin Miner Soluna Closes $53 Million Wind Farm Acquisition in West Texas

Soluna Holdings acquired the 150 MW Briscoe Wind Farm to power its AI data center, achieving full vertical integration and energy sovereignty.
Business
from24/7 Wall St.
3 days ago

Plug Power Gains 6%: 3 Reasons Investors Are Betting on a Hydrogen Comeback Story

Plug Power's stock has risen 6% amid positive financial developments and a strategic turnaround plan.
fromwww.npr.org
2 days ago

The labor market springs back to life in March as employers add 178,000 jobs

Employers added 178,000 jobs last month, much more than forecasters had expected, reversing big job losses in February and indicating a rebound in the labor market.
US Elections
#middle-east-conflict
World politics
fromwww.aljazeera.com
4 days ago

What can nations do to make up for the ongoing energy shortfall?

The Middle East conflict has disrupted 20% of the world's fuel supply, prompting countries to seek alternative energy sources.
World politics
fromwww.aljazeera.com
5 days ago

What can nations do to make up for the ongoing energy shortfall?

The Middle East conflict has disrupted 20% of the world's fuel supply, prompting countries to seek alternative energy sources.
World politics
fromwww.aljazeera.com
4 days ago

What can nations do to make up for the ongoing energy shortfall?

The Middle East conflict has disrupted 20% of the world's fuel supply, prompting countries to seek alternative energy sources.
World politics
fromwww.aljazeera.com
5 days ago

What can nations do to make up for the ongoing energy shortfall?

The Middle East conflict has disrupted 20% of the world's fuel supply, prompting countries to seek alternative energy sources.
#venezuela
World news
fromwww.cbc.ca
4 days ago

Trump administration's bid to lure U.S. oil companies to Venezuela is finding few takers | CBC News

U.S. officials are promoting investment in Venezuela's oil and gas sector despite significant challenges and uncertainties.
World news
fromwww.cbc.ca
4 days ago

Trump administration's bid to lure U.S. oil companies to Venezuela is finding few takers | CBC News

U.S. officials are promoting investment in Venezuela's oil and gas sector despite significant challenges and uncertainties.
SF politics
fromABC7 San Francisco
3 days ago

Trump exempts oil drilling companies from the Endangered Species Act by invoking special powers

The Trump administration used the 'God Squad' to bypass endangered species protections for increased oil drilling in the Gulf of Mexico.
Cryptocurrency
fromnews.bitcoin.com
6 days ago

US Senators Unleash New Bill Driving Bitcoin Mining Expansion and Cementing Strategic Bitcoin Reserve

U.S. lawmakers are advancing legislation to strengthen domestic digital asset mining and establish a national bitcoin reserve strategy.
#national-parks
Environment
fromwww.dw.com
3 days ago

'Drill baby drill': Trump opens wilderness to big energy

Trump's administration proposed significant budget cuts to national parks, raising concerns about conservation and access to public lands.
Environment
fromwww.dw.com
3 days ago

'Drill baby drill': Trump opens wilderness to big energy

Trump's administration proposed significant budget cuts to national parks, raising concerns about conservation and access to public lands.
Environment
fromwww.dw.com
3 days ago

'Drill baby drill': Trump opens wilderness to big energy

Trump's administration proposed significant budget cuts to national parks, raising concerns about conservation and access to public lands.
Environment
fromwww.dw.com
3 days ago

'Drill baby drill': Trump opens wilderness to big energy

Trump's administration proposed significant budget cuts to national parks, raising concerns about conservation and access to public lands.
World politics
fromThe Cipher Brief
3 days ago

America's "Most Dangerous Dependence": Can the U.S. Win the Critical Minerals Competition?

China's dominance in critical minerals creates significant vulnerabilities for the U.S. and poses a strategic challenge.
Business
from24/7 Wall St.
3 days ago

ICLN Adds ~1% in a Week Even As $1.5B Leaves Clean Energy Funds

ICLN faces challenges from outflows and rising fossil fuel appeal, but retail sentiment remains bullish due to infrastructure demand and upcoming tax incentives.
US Elections
fromenglish.elpais.com
3 days ago

Chaos, fear and disappointment: Trump's tariffs turn one year old

April 2, 2025, marked a significant shift in U.S. trade policy with the implementation of high tariffs, but failed to achieve intended economic benefits.
SF politics
fromAxios
6 days ago

Exclusive: Wind projects delayed as Trump's Pentagon reviews stall

At least 30 onshore wind farm projects are stalled due to Pentagon paperwork, affecting 7.5 gigawatts of capacity.
#offshore-wind
Environment
fromFast Company
5 days ago

The Trump administration is paying this company $1 billion to quit building wind farms. Experts question the arrangement's legality

The Trump administration is paying companies to abandon offshore wind projects in favor of fossil fuel investments.
fromTechCrunch
2 months ago
US politics

Trump administration's legal setbacks are good news for offshore wind - and the grid | TechCrunch

Environment
fromFast Company
5 days ago

The Trump administration is paying this company $1 billion to quit building wind farms. Experts question the arrangement's legality

The Trump administration is paying companies to abandon offshore wind projects in favor of fossil fuel investments.
fromTechCrunch
2 months ago
US politics

Trump administration's legal setbacks are good news for offshore wind - and the grid | TechCrunch

#renewable-energy
Environment
fromArs Technica
3 days ago

Renewables dominate 2025's newly installed generating capacity

Renewable energy capacity grew by 700 GW last year, accounting for 86% of global generating capacity growth.
US Elections
fromFuturism
1 week ago

Clean Energy Industry Launching Campaign of Vengeance

The renewable energy sector faces significant challenges due to policy changes and political opposition during Trump's presidency.
Environment
fromTheregister
4 days ago

Renewables hit 49.4% of global electricity capacity in 2025

Renewable energy reached nearly half of global electricity capacity in 2025, but commitments to renewable energy are still not on track.
US Elections
fromFlowingData
4 days ago

Approval ratings vs. high gas prices

Presidential approval ratings and gas prices have correlated strongly, but polarization may affect this relationship moving forward.
Business
from24/7 Wall St.
4 days ago

2 Nuclear Stocks Energy That Might Be Worth Buying on the Dip

Nuclear energy stocks present long-term buying opportunities despite recent declines and market uncertainties.
SF politics
fromFuturism
4 days ago

The Trump Administration Is Doing Something Horrifying to Workers at Nuclear Facilities

US nuclear workers face increased radiation risks due to deregulation under the Trump administration, compromising safety standards previously in place.
Europe news
fromCity AM
4 days ago

Europe urges fewer flights, remote working as Iran war drains oil supplies

Oil prices are rising due to the Iran war, prompting Europe to implement emergency measures to conserve energy.
fromwww.aljazeera.com
6 days ago

G7 ready to take necessary measures' to ensure energy market stability

We stand ready to take all necessary measures in close coordination with our partners, including to preserve the stability and security of the energy market, said the G7 in a statement after a teleconference.
World news
Environment
fromTechCrunch
4 days ago

Meta's natural gas binge could power South Dakota | TechCrunch

Meta's new AI data center will require as much power as South Dakota, prompting the construction of 10 natural gas power plants in Louisiana.
Business
from24/7 Wall St.
4 days ago

Wall Street Turns Bullish on Sempra Energy: Wells Fargo Sets $115 Price Target

Sempra is rated Overweight by Wells Fargo with a $115 price target due to improved fundamentals and upcoming catalysts.
Environment
fromFast Company
2 days ago

California just hit an inflection point for batteries

California's battery storage reached 12.3 gigawatts, providing 43% of grid demand, significantly reducing reliance on fossil fuels and lowering energy costs.
Business
from24/7 Wall St.
4 days ago

Goldman Sachs Is Very Bullish on 5 Dividend-Paying Energy Superstars

Goldman Sachs leads in investment banking, providing top research and stock ideas, especially in the energy sector amid geopolitical volatility.
World politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
5 days ago

Trump's Iran war and energy policies outline dangerous volatility' of fossil fuel push

Trump's actions have exposed the volatility of fossil fuels and the urgent need for a transition to clean energy.
#energy-policy
World news
fromAxios
2 weeks ago

White House says it's not planning oil or gas export restrictions

The U.S. administration ruled out oil and gas export restrictions while pursuing alternative measures to address rising gasoline prices, including Strategic Petroleum Reserve releases and potential Iranian oil sanctions waivers.
Environment
fromGothamist
3 days ago

NY energy experts, advocates say Iran war shows need for Hochul to implement climate law

Hochul's energy policy prioritizes fossil fuels over renewables, but experts warn this approach may lead to higher costs and missed climate goals.
World news
fromAxios
2 weeks ago

White House says it's not planning oil or gas export restrictions

The U.S. administration ruled out oil and gas export restrictions while pursuing alternative measures to address rising gasoline prices, including Strategic Petroleum Reserve releases and potential Iranian oil sanctions waivers.
Environment
fromGothamist
3 days ago

NY energy experts, advocates say Iran war shows need for Hochul to implement climate law

Hochul's energy policy prioritizes fossil fuels over renewables, but experts warn this approach may lead to higher costs and missed climate goals.
Tech industry
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

US tech firms pledge at White House to bear costs of energy for datacenters

Major tech companies pledge to fund new electricity generation and grid upgrades to power datacenters without increasing consumer electricity costs.
World politics
fromLGBTQ Nation
2 weeks ago

Trump's self-made energy crisis is an opportunity to finally clean up the environment - LGBTQ Nation

The current oil supply crisis presents an opportunity to invest in clean, renewable energy sources.
fromFuturism
3 days ago

Almost Half of US Data Centers That Were Supposed to Open This Year Slated to Be Canceled or Delayed

"If one piece of your supply chain is delayed, then your whole project can't deliver. It is a pretty wild puzzle at the moment."
Environment
Environment
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 days ago

Google teams up with gas plant for AI datacenter in sharp turn from climate goals

Google partners with Crusoe Energy for a natural gas power plant to supply energy for its Texas datacenter, marking a shift from its carbon-neutral goals.
fromwww.dw.com
1 month ago

Can EU renewables outmuscle US oil and gas?

At a meeting at the Paris headquarters of the intergovernmental body dedicated to global energy security, Wright referred to the "destructive illusion" of the IEA's commitment to massively reducing greenhouse gas emissions sourced from fossil fuels. The US, one of 45 member and associate countries of the IEA that represent 75% of the world's energy demand, is threatening to withdraw from the body if it does not quit its energy transition goals in the next year.
Miscellaneous
Environment
fromwww.theguardian.com
6 days ago

Demand for hydropower surges as Trump clamps down on clean energy

Submersible hydroelectric technology in the Great Lakes could significantly contribute to clean energy amid rising electricity demand.
US Elections
fromenglish.elpais.com
3 weeks ago

Trump seeks a way out to avoid a new energy crisis

Rising oil and fuel prices threaten Trump's economic agenda, forcing him to rely on rhetorical statements about ending the Iran war to temporarily stabilize markets.
World news
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 weeks ago

US energy chief says spike in gas prices will fall before too long' amid Iran war

US energy prices will spike for weeks, not months, with no US targeting of Iran's energy infrastructure, while administration officials justify short-term price rises as preferable to long-term threats from Iran's missile and nuclear capabilities.
Environment
fromArs Technica
1 week ago

Senators want US energy information agency to monitor data center electricity usage

Utilities may inflate electricity demand forecasts due to data center shopping, leading to inaccurate growth projections.
Environment
fromTruthout
1 week ago

Trump Administration Will Pay Nearly $1 Billion to Block 2 Offshore Wind Farms

TotalEnergies will cancel offshore wind projects in exchange for nearly $1 billion to invest in oil and gas, including a Texas LNG facility.
Environment
fromFuturism
1 week ago

Trump Administration Would Rather Pay a Billion Dollars Than Build a Single Wind Farm

The US government will pay TotalEnergies $928 million to not build wind farms, redirecting funds to oil and gas projects instead.
US politics
fromThe Verge
1 month ago

Trump claims he'll make data centers pay for their own power supply

Trump announced a 'rate payer protection pledge' with major tech companies requiring them to build, buy, or pay for electricity generation for their AI data centers to address rising electricity costs.
Environment
fromwww.scientificamerican.com
2 weeks ago

Landmark offshore wind farms come online in the U.S.

Revolution Wind came online off Rhode Island despite Trump administration opposition, while Vineyard Wind completed installation, advancing East Coast offshore wind energy development.
#clean-energy
#epa-endangerment-finding
US politics
fromTechCrunch
2 months ago

Trump administration wants tech companies to buy $15B of power plants they may not use | TechCrunch

The administration seeks $15 billion of new generation in PJM, asking tech companies to fund 15-year capacity contracts despite uncertain need.
Environment
fromwww.dw.com
1 month ago

China boosts profitable renewables as Trump clings to coal

China rapidly expanded wind and solar capacity in 2025 and dominates global clean-tech manufacturing, outpacing the US in climate-related industry.
US politics
fromFast Company
2 months ago

Offshore wind industry secures a major legal win in the battle against Trump's freeze

A federal judge allowed construction on the Empire Wind offshore wind project to resume while he reviews the government's suspension order.
US politics
fromAxios
2 months ago

Electricity prices are rising, but not how Trump claims

National electricity prices rose 4.7% inflation-adjusted (25.8% nominal) during Biden's term, with regional spikes and policy moves addressing growing demand.
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