Author: Erick Parel

We have hit the Point of No Return for the California Energy Crisis

Energy News Beat Gavin Newsom has succeeded in taking down the oil and gas market, and this was one of my most important podcasts. Mike Ariza, a refinery expert who has been working in the industry for decades, stopped by the Energy News Beat podcast, and what a show. Mike has been working with several […]

Venture Global Greenlights $8.6 Billion US LNG Export Expansion

Energy News Beat In a landmark move for the U.S. energy sector, Venture Global has announced the Final Investment Decision (FID) and financial close for Phase 2 of its CP2 LNG project in Louisiana. This $8.6 billion financing package pushes the total investment for the entire CP2 facility to $20.7 billion, marking one of the […]

Deindustrialization and the Energy Crisis – Former Prime Minister Liz Truss stops by The Energy News Beat Podcast

Energy News Beat This was a fun podcast and is going out on both the Energy News Beat channel and the Crude Truth Podcast Channel with Rey Trevino. Former Prime Minister Liz Truss is a breath of fresh air, and I really enjoyed her answers, and Rey hit it out of the park with some […]

Saudis Book Huge Tankers to Fill from Their Backup Pipeline

Energy News Beat In a strategic move amid escalating geopolitical tensions, Saudi Arabia is ramping up efforts to bypass the disrupted Strait of Hormuz by utilizing its East-West Pipeline, also known as Petroline. This backup infrastructure allows the kingdom to redirect crude oil from its eastern fields to the Red Sea port of Yanbu, avoiding […]

Pouring Gas on the Fire: White House Sues California over Emissions Rules

Energy News Beat In a move that underscores the escalating tensions between federal authority and state-level environmental ambitions, the Trump administration has filed a lawsuit against California, targeting the state’s aggressive zero-emission vehicle (ZEV) mandates and greenhouse gas emissions rules. The suit, lodged by the U.S. Department of Transportation against the California Air Resources Board […]

Energy Under Siege

Energy News Beat   A wild day on the Energy News Beat Stand Up. – We even play a short from Former Prime Minister Lizz Truss as I just finished recording her podcasts with Rey Trevinio on a joint podcast with the Crude Truth and Energy News Beat. That episode airs tomorrow, and PM Truss […]

Saudi Arabia’s Pipeline Investment Pays Off

Energy News Beat In the midst of escalating geopolitical tensions in the Middle East, Saudi Arabia’s long-term investments in pipeline infrastructure are proving to be a critical lifeline for global energy markets. With the Strait of Hormuz effectively shut down due to the ongoing conflict with Iran, the Kingdom’s East-West Pipeline—often referred to as Petroline—has […]

Wheatfield, Indiana Solar Farm Devastated by Severe Storm: Assessing the Aftermath

Energy News Beat In the quiet town of Wheatfield, Indiana, a powerful storm system unleashed chaos on March 10, 2026, leaving a trail of destruction in its wake. While initial reports suggested hail as the primary culprit, investigations point to a suspected tornado as the main force behind the widespread damage. The Dunns Bridge I […]

Trump Opens SPR for Emergency Release: A Bold Move Amid Global Oil Turmoil

Energy News Beat In a decisive response to skyrocketing oil prices triggered by the ongoing U.S.-Iran conflict, President Donald Trump has authorized the release of 172 million barrels from the Strategic Petroleum Reserve (SPR). This marks the largest drawdown under his administration and is part of a historic international effort coordinated by the International Energy […]

China Halts Fuel Exports Due to Supply Crunch in Strait of Hormuz

Energy News Beat By Stuart Turley, Energy News Beat Channel In a dramatic response to escalating tensions in the Middle East, China has ordered its major oil refiners to suspend exports of key refined fuels, including diesel and gasoline. This move comes amid severe disruptions in the Strait of Hormuz, a critical chokepoint for global […]