Episodes

In this episode of the Energy Newsbeat Daily Standup, Michael Tanner and Stuart Turley discuss the growing failures of net zero policies as renewables like wind, solar, and hydrogen struggle financially and rely heavily on subsidies. Meanwhile, oil and gas investments are rebounding, with major companies cutting renewable budgets and boosting fossil fuel projects like LNG. They highlight geopolitical tensions, especially Trump’s tariffs on India over Russian oil, and preview the upcoming Trump-P...

In this episode of the Energy Newsbeat Daily Standup, Stuart Turley and Michael Tanner dive into the latest energy policy battles, starting with Germany's controversial "sun tax" as part of its net-zero push, and the UK’s bold move to restrict North Sea oil production. We also explore the challenges posed by the Jones Act on U.S. LNG exports, with outdated regulations stalling progress. On the nuclear front, the U.S. sees potential for a nuclear renaissance with new uranium enrichment projects, ...

In this episode of the Energy Newsbeat Daily Standup - Weekly Recap, Stuart Turley and Michael Tanner discuss a range of significant energy topics. They analyze Trump's ambitious nuclear energy overhaul, aiming to quadruple U.S. nuclear capacity by 2050 despite regulatory hurdles. They also critique Europe's net-zero policies, which have led to economic struggles, particularly in Germany, while the U.S. continues to benefit from natural gas and nuclear. The episode touches on geopolitical tensio...

In this episode of Energy Newsbeat – Conversations in Energy, Stuart Turley is joined by industry experts Charlie Burd from the Gas and Oil Association of West Virginia, Kimberly Page from Reese Consulting, and Steve Reese from Reese Energy Consulting. They discuss the future of natural gas, energy security, and the role of West Virginia in meeting growing energy demands. The conversation covers the challenges and opportunities of expanding pipeline infrastructure, LNG export potential, and how ...

In this episode of the Energy Newsbeat Daily Standup, Stuart turley and Michael Tanner discusses key developments in the energy sector, including the proposed $85 billion merger between Union Pacific and North Fork Southern, which could impact oil and gas transport and petrochemicals. The show also covers the U.S.-Pakistan oil partnership and the concept of "Energy as a Service" in strengthening energy dominance. Additionally, the episode touches on BP's job cuts, potential corporate moves, and ...

In this episode of the Energy Newsbeat Daily Standup, Stuart Turley and Michael Tanner compare the profitability and investor returns of oil and gas versus renewables, noting fossil fuels delivered over $349 billion to shareholders in 2024 while renewables lag without subsidies. They discuss hidden costs of wind turbine dismantling, the looming end of renewable tax credits, and geopolitical tensions—from Russian refinery drone strikes to potential U.S. sanctions on India and China—that could dis...

In this episode of the Energy Newsbeat Daily Standup, Stuart Turley covers key global energy issues, including President Trump's proposed tariff hikes on India over Russian oil imports, the ongoing challenges of Western sanctions on Russia, and the delivery of Russian crude to India despite pressure from the U.S. and EU. The discussion also highlights BP's major oil discovery in Brazil, the impact of California's wildfire emissions, and Governor Newsom's controversial energy and forestry managem...

In this episode of the Energy Newsbeat Daily Standup, Stuart Turley and Michael Tanner discuss President Trump's ambitious nuclear energy overhaul, aiming to quadruple U.S. nuclear power by 2050 despite regulatory challenges. They also explore Europe's pursuit of net zero by 2050, the impact of the EU's energy policies on global markets, and the U.S.'s role in supplying LNG to Europe. Additionally, they review the latest earnings reports from Chevron and Exxon, highlighting Chevron's strong perf...

In this episode of the Energy Newsbeat Daily Standup - Weekly Recap, Stuart Turley and Michael Tanner dive into a packed week of energy news. Topics include the EPA's proposed changes to Obama-era regulations, secondary sanctions targeting India over Russian oil, and the shift in global energy dynamics, particularly with China’s rising fuel exports. They discuss the challenges facing the U.S. energy grid, including supply chain vulnerabilities, the rise of decentralized grid management, and the ...

In this episode of Energy Newsbeat – Conversations in Energy, Stuart Turley is joined by James Walker, CEO of Nano Nuclear Energy, to discuss the exciting advancements in microreactor technology. James shares insights on Nano Nuclear's upcoming projects in the U.S. and Canada, including the development of the first commercial microreactor. They also explore the impact of regulatory changes, the growing demand for clean, reliable energy from tech and military sectors, and the future of nuclear po...

In this episode of the Energy Newsbeat Daily Standup, Stuart Turley discusses the significant impact of potential secondary sanctions on India by President Trump, aiming to pressure India over its Russian oil imports. This move could escalate U.S.-India tensions and have widespread economic implications, potentially pushing Brent oil prices to $90-$100. Stuart also highlights the operational challenges faced by Europe's nuclear power amid extreme heat and maintenance issues, contrasting it with ...

In this episode of the Energy Newsbeat Daily Standup, Stuart Turley discusses the EPA's proposal to rescind the Obama-era endangerment finding, a move that could undo over $1 trillion in regulations and save the U.S. economy billions. He highlights the potential impact on automakers, consumers, and energy companies, and explores the implications for energy policy, including how it could affect global agreements like the EU trade deal. Tune in for insights on how this shift could shape America's ...

In this episode of the Energy Newsbeat Daily Standup, Stuart Turley and Michael Tanner dive into the escalating tensions between Qatar and the EU over net zero regulations, with Qatar threatening to cut LNG supplies. They also discuss America's grid vulnerability due to transformer shortages, the EU's historic agreement with the U.S. and its impact on oil prices, and how rising ASPs for AR7s expose the true cost of renewables. Tune in for insights on energy policy, market dynamics, and geopoliti...

In this episode of the Energy Newsbeat Daily Standup, Stuart Turley and Michael Tanner dive into President Trump's role in potentially stalling solar and wind projects due to security concerns, such as China’s embedded spy technology. They explore his regulatory moves on renewable energy, focusing on tightening federal permitting, and discuss how this impacts U.S. energy security. The conversation also touches on Trump's trade strategies with China, his position on Russia and Ukraine, and the en...

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In this episode of Energy Newsbeat – Conversations in Energy, Stuart Turley sits down with Dr. Robert Brooks of RBAC to explore global natural gas and LNG markets, including U.S. export trends, Asia’s rising demand, and Europe's energy challenges. We discuss geopolitical impacts, FSRUs, LNG-to-power growth in Southeast Asia, and why net-zero policies are backfiring in industrial economies. Dr. Brooks also highlights RBAC’s forecasting software and long-term LNG price trends, offering sharp insig...

Subscribe to Our Substack For Daily Insights Want to Add Oil & Gas To Your Portfolio? Fill Out Our Oil & Gas Portfolio Survey Need Power For Your Data Center, Hospital, or Business? Follow Stuart On LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/stuturley/ and Twitter: https://twitter.com/STUARTTURLEY16 Follow Michael On LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/michaelta... and Twitter: https://twitter.com/mtanner_1 Timestamps: 00:00 - Intro 00:13 - President Trump Announces Three New Trade Deals ...

Subscribe to Our Substack For Daily Insights Want to Add Oil & Gas To Your Portfolio? Fill Out Our Oil & Gas Portfolio Survey Need Power For Your Data Center, Hospital, or Business? Follow Stuart On LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/stuturley/ and Twitter: https://twitter.com/STUARTTURLEY16 Follow Michael On LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/michaelta... and Twitter: https://twitter.com/mtanner_1 Timestamps: 00:00 - Intro 00:14 - Stargate Advances with 4.5 GW Partnership with O...

In this episode of the Energy Newsbeat Daily Standup, Michael Tanner and Stuart Turley unpack the latest shifts in global energy markets—from another offshore wind project collapse to the plunging investments in clean energy and mounting pressures on aluminum and ethanol. They highlight EQT’s push for faster gas project approvals, looming grid reliability threats, and BP’s strategic leadership shakeup with hints of a U.S. relocation. With natural gas prices swinging and oil market reactions to T...

In this episode of the Energy Newsbeat Daily Standup, Stuart Turley and Michael Tanner dive into the dominance of natural gas, OPEC's evolving production strategy, and the EU's 18th ineffective sanctions package against Russia. They discuss shifting LNG dynamics, U.S. deregulation efforts, and the growing geopolitical energy divide. The hosts also break down Chevron’s win over Exxon in the Hess acquisition, speculate on Exxon’s next M&A targets, and highlight the financial and regulatory pressur...

In this episode of the Energy Newsbeat Daily Standup - Weekly Recap, Stuart Turley and Michael Tanner dive into the California refinery crisis, Trump's authority under the War Powers Act, and the political fallout of potential federal intervention. They tackle Europe's costly Russian gas replacement, the flaws in the Jones Act, peak oil denial amid record consumption, and the looming grid strain from AI expansion. Plus, they expose the staggering costs and failures of the net-zero push and highl...

In this episode of Energy Newsbeat – Conversations in Energy, Stuart Turley, along with industry experts Doomberg, Mike Umbro, and David Blackmon, discusses the ongoing energy and political crisis in California, particularly focusing on the state's energy policies, oil production, and refinery shutdowns. They highlight the mismanagement of California's resources, the decline in domestic oil production, and the state's reliance on imported oil, including sources such as Russia and Iran that are ...

In this episode of the Energy Newsbeat Daily Standup, Stuart Turley and Michael Tanner discuss the approaching "day of reckoning" for wind and solar energy, highlighting the growing challenges of the net-zero transition and the high costs associated with renewable energy. They also cover the U.S.'s potential withdrawal from the International Energy Agency (IEA) as Energy Secretary Chris Wright pushes for reform or exit due to the IEA's political stance on clean energy. The conversation shifts to...

In this episode of the Energy Newsbeat Daily Standup,Stuart Turley and Michael Tanner discuss the surge in Russian crude prices ahead of new U.S. sanctions, highlighting the U.S. strategy on Russia and AI’s growing influence on grid reliability. They also cover Trump’s upcoming speech on AI and energy policy, the implications of U.S. tariffs, and Russia's crude exports. The conversation touches on the potential impact of global oil consumption trends, the challenge of "peak oil," and the latest ...