The International Energy Agency is sticking by its controversial view that global oil demand growth will end this decade, even dipping slightly in 2030.
Why it matters: The timing of a peak — and more importantly, the slope of any decline — affects everything from emissions to investment strategies.
A business-backed group with GOP ties is dropping ads in conservative media that urge six Republican senators to preserve IRA energy tax credits.
Why it matters: The $1.5 million buy — details of which were shared exclusively with Axios — expands the new coalition Built for America's Trump-focused campaign to defend the IRA on MAGA grounds.
Summer evenings are getting warmer across much of the U.S. —especially in Nevada and other parts of the Southwest — amid climate change, a new analysis shows.
Why it matters: Higher overnight temperatures can have health consequences for vulnerable groups, as well as increase demand for air conditioning.
Abu Dhabi's state-owned oil company and sovereign wealth fund have teamed with U.S. private equity firm Carlyle to make an $18.7 billion takeover bid for listed Australian energy company Santos.
Why it matters: It would be one of the largest takeovers ever in Australia, and reflects how Middle Eastern oil giants are seeking to grow their liquefied natural gas portfolios.
A who's who of top execs from oil majors, tech and power giants, and financial heavyweights will gather in private today in D.C. to discuss meeting AI's energy needs.
Why it matters: It shows how the topic is central to C-suites as hyperscalers seek energy — whether it's gas, nuclear or renewables — to supply data centers.
A startup called Near Space Labs is turning stratospheric balloons into flying robots that use AI to speed up insurance claims after disasters.
Why it matters: Hurricane season in the U.S. is here and many are bracing for the complicated aftermath of collecting insurance for property loss as well as the physical impact of potential disasters.
Flash floods in West Virginia killed at least five people and four others were missing during torrential rains that washed out roads and damaged bridges, natural gas lines and other infrastructure, officials said Sunday.
The big picture: State Gov. Patrick Morrisey declared states of emergency in Ohio County, W.Va., on Saturday and in Marion County on Sunday as multiple state agencies responded to calls for help.
