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1 week ago | 
san.com | MOHAMMED ALI |Jack Aylmer
[Jack Aylmer]THE INTERIOR DEPARTMENT IS EXPANDING OFFSHORE OIL AND NATURAL GAS LEASING IN THE GULF OF AMERICA-REVERSING THE BIDEN ADMINISTRATION’S BAN ON DRILLING IN THE REGION. INTERIOR SECRETARY DOUG BURGUM DIRECTED THE BUREAU OF OCEAN ENERGY MANAGEMENT TO HOLD THE FIRST OFFSHORE LEASE SALE OF THE TRUMP ADMINISTRATION-SCHEDULED FOR PROPOSAL IN JUNE.
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2 weeks ago | 
san.com | MOHAMMED ALI |Jack Aylmer
Tesla has begun selling vehicles in Saudi Arabia, signaling its entry into a market with limited EV infrastructure, comparatively low sales, and a history of tensions with CEO Elon Musk. However, the move comes as the country attempts to expand its electric vehicle sector, with $39 billion in planned investments. In 2023, only about 2,000 EVs were sold in Saudi Arabia, less than half of what Tesla sold daily last year.
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3 weeks ago | 
san.com | MOHAMMED ALI |Jack Aylmer
U.S. cannabis cultivation consumes more electricity than the cryptocurrency mining sector or all other crops combined. It’s raising concerns about the industry’s environmental impacts. Indoor cultivation, which accounts for two-thirds of production, contributes significantly to greenhouse gas emissions, equivalent to that of 10 million cars. Experts suggest shifting cannabis cultivation outdoors could cut emissions by about 75%.
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1 month ago | 
san.com | MOHAMMED ALI |Jack Aylmer
Unauthorized cattle grazing at Agua Fria National Monument in Arizona is damaging the habitat of multiple endangered species. Both the federally protected Gila chub fish and western yellow-billed cuckoo are reportedly at risk. Up to 75% of Arizona’s wildlife species also depend on riparian habitats like those found in the monument. However, less than 1% of the state’s land offers suitable conditions.
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1 month ago | 
san.com | MOHAMMED ALI |Jack Aylmer
Unauthorized cattle grazing at Agua Fria National Monument in Arizona is damaging the habitat of multiple endangered species. Both the federally protected Gila chub fish and western yellow-billed cuckoo are reportedly at risk. Up to 75% of Arizona’s wildlife species also depend on riparian habitats like those found in the monument. However, less than 1% of the state’s land offers suitable conditions.
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1 month ago | 
san.com | MOHAMMED ALI |Jack Aylmer
Hawaii, which faces the highest homelessness rate and housing costs of any state in the U.S., is in the midst of a chronic housing crisis that surfboard waste may help solve. Hawaii Off Grid aims to address these challenges by repurposing surfboard foam into building materials. Surf Blocks are lighter, fire-resistant, termite-proof and use less concrete than traditional cinder blocks.
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1 month ago | 
san.com | MOHAMMED ALI |Jack Aylmer
Maryland lawmakers are considering a bill that would impose a $13 per short ton fee on coal transported through the state. The goal is to reduce pollution from the energy source and fund asthma treatment programs. West Virginia officials oppose the legislation, claiming it unfairly targets out-of-state coal producers, as Maryland’s Port of Baltimore is the nation’s second-largest coal-exporting port.
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1 month ago | 
san.com | MOHAMMED ALI |Jack Aylmer
A report by the Institute for Local Self-Reliance finds that most U.S. states could improve their energy policies. The organization’s 2025 Community Power Scorecard evaluates state efforts to expand energy democracy and regulate utilities. Illinois ranked highest with a B grade, followed by Oregon and 11 other states receiving a C. Meanwhile, 14 states earned a D, and 23 states received an F, including Alabama, which had the lowest mark.
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1 month ago | 
san.com | MOHAMMED ALI |Jack Aylmer
Shell projects global LNG demand could rise as much as 60% by 2040, potentially reaching 718 million tons annually. This contrasts with the IEA’s 2023 assessment, which suggested gas demand could peak before 2030. The company attributes past slowed growth to supply constraints and says decarbonization efforts are increasing LNG demand for energy stability. Uncertainties remain over whether supply can meet demand due to geopolitical tensions, regulatory challenges and supply chain constraints.
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1 month ago | 
san.com | MOHAMMED ALI |Jack Aylmer
The U.S. government is reportedly shutting down all federally operated EV charging stations. The General Services Administration referred to the chargers as “not mission critical.” They also announced plans to remove EVs from the government fleet. Federal employees have been directed to start closing the government’s several hundred stations and approximately 8,000 plugs. some regional offices have already taken chargers offline.
