SHALE Oil & Gas Business Magazine

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Alaska Fossil Fuel Expansion Prospects Amid Policy Shifts

2 weeks ago | shalemag.com | Felicity Bradstock

It has appeared increasingly complicated to develop new oil and gas projects in Alaska in recent years due to concerns over the environmental implications of exploration activities in the region and opposition from both environmentalists and indigenous communities. The former Biden administration placed several limits on oil and gas operations in Alaska, restricting the leasing of land and limiting development.
Energy Sector Q1 Performance Outshines Broader Market Decline

2 weeks ago | shalemag.com | Robert Rapier

The energy sector delivered a strong 9.9% return despite the S&P 500’s 4.6% decline. Supermajors like TotalEnergies and Shell led with double-digit gains. Market uncertainty drove investors toward energy as a defensive play. The first quarter of 2025 ended on a challenging note for the financial markets, as the S&P 500 posted a 4.6% decline—its first quarterly loss since Q3 2023. The Dow and Nasdaq also declined in Q1.
U.S. Natural Gas Market Breaks Records in 2024

2 weeks ago | shalemag.com | Robert Rapier

Record-breaking U.S. natural gas consumption and production are reshaping the global energy mix in 2024 and beyond. Rising LNG exports and industrial demand are fueling growth, even as drilling activity remains subdued. Price volatility and coal competition challenge natural gas’s role in the clean energy transition.
The Rise of Natural Hydrogen: A New Clean Energy Source

3 weeks ago | shalemag.com | Robert Rapier

France’s Discovery of Natural Hydrogen – Scientists found 92 million tons of naturally occurring hydrogen, offering a cleaner alternative to fossil fuels. A Potential Renewable Hydrogen Source – White hydrogen may replenish over time, making it a more sustainable energy option. Challenges and Global Implications – Extraction technology, infrastructure, and regulation need development, but this discovery could revolutionize global energy markets.
The AI Energy Demand Surge Behind the Boom

3 weeks ago | shalemag.com | Robert Rapier

AI Data Centers Are Power-Hungry – AI-driven demand could outpace U.S. grid capacity, requiring major infrastructure upgrades. Utilities & Energy Markets Are Changing – Natural gas, nuclear, and energy storage solutions are gaining prominence. Investment Opportunities Are Growing – Infrastructure firms, grid operators, and competitive utilities stand to benefit from AI energy demand. For decades, U.S. electricity demand grew at a predictable, modest pace.
U.S. LNG Projects on the Gulf and East Coasts Facing Challenges

3 weeks ago | shalemag.com | Robert Rapier

Rising Capital Costs & Tariffs – Unpredictable material costs and labor shortages could delay LNG facility construction. Geopolitical & Market Risks – Global competition, shifting policies, and energy security concerns create uncertainty for U.S. LNG projects. Future Supply Constraints – Natural gas reliance on fracked oil wells may impact long-term LNG export viability. Major long-term capital investments require predictable profitability and stable capital costs.
U.S. Biofuels Growth Potential Under Threat

3 weeks ago | shalemag.com | Felicity Bradstock

There is significant potential for growth in the U.S. biofuels market, as hard-to-abate industries look for cleaner fuel alternatives. The aviation sector is driving sectoral growth, with many major airlines investing heavily in the production of sustainable aviation fuels (SAFs).
U.S. Solar and Battery Storage Boom in 2025

1 month ago | shalemag.com | Felicity Bradstock

Solar power and battery storage are expected to lead new U.S. generating capacity additions in 2025, according to the Energy Information Organization (EIA). The EIA expects 63 gigawatts (GW) of new utility-scale electric-generating capacity to be added to the U.S. grid in 2025. This is 30% higher than the 48.6 GW of capacity added in 2024, the largest capacity installation year since 2002. Solar and battery storage are expected to contribute 81% of this year’s capacity increase.
Trump’s Energy Sanctions on Iran & Venezuela

1 month ago | shalemag.com | Felicity Bradstock

U.S. President Donald Trump has doubled down on existing energy sanctions on both Iran and Venezuela. The two oil-rich countries have gradually increased their oil production in recent years and exported oil and gas via clandestine routes. Trump plans to clamp down on Iran and Venezuela, making it more difficult for the two countries to profit off energy export revenues. Meanwhile, reports suggest the U.S. president may offer Russia a possible sanctions relief.
Trump’s Oil Tariffs Disrupt U.S. Refiners and Fuel Prices

1 month ago | shalemag.com | Robert Rapier

Trump’s new tariffs on Canadian and Mexican oil could lead to higher gasoline and diesel prices in the U.S.Refiners in the Midwest and Gulf Coast will be hit hardest, as they depend on discounted heavy crude imports. Supply chain disruptions and market volatility may result, raising concerns about economic and energy security.