Author: Erick Parel

White House Putting America First: Withdrawing from Organizations, Conventions, and Treaties Contrary to U.S. Interests

Energy News Beat In a bold move that prioritizes American sovereignty and taxpayer dollars, President Donald J. Trump issued a Presidential Memorandum on January 7, 2026, directing the immediate withdrawal of the United States from dozens of international organizations deemed contrary to national interests. This action stems from a comprehensive review initiated by Executive Order […]

Quantum-Backed Vickery Buys Tribune’s WV Marcellus Assets for $400MM

Energy News Beat In a significant move within the Appalachian natural gas sector, Vickery Energy Partners has acquired key Marcellus Shale assets from Tribune Resources for approximately $400 million. The deal, announced on January 8, 2026, bolsters Vickery’s footprint in West Virginia and underscores the ongoing consolidation in the region’s energy landscape. Backed by private […]

U.S. Seizure of Russian-Flagged Tanker Sends Message to the Shadow Fleet

Energy News Beat The seizure of the Marinera challenges the legal and practical value of Russia’s effort to shield shadow fleet vessels through rapid reflagging. U.S. actions signal a tougher, more expansive approach to enforcing oil sanctions against Russia, Iran, and Venezuela. The incident risks further diplomatic fallout with Moscow amid already strained negotiations over […]

OPEC Oil Supply Flat as Venezuela Output Falls

Energy News Beat In the ever-volatile world of global energy markets, the Organization of the Petroleum Exporting Countries (OPEC) continues to navigate a delicate balance between supply management and external pressures. Recent data from December 2025 indicates that OPEC’s overall crude oil production remained largely flat, hovering around 30.07 million barrels per day (mbpd), a […]

Goldman Sachs MD Neil Mehta speaks to Energy Sec. Chris Wright at energy conference

Energy News Beat This is an outstanding interview from Neil Mehta with Secretary Chris Wright at the Goldman Sachs Energy Conference. The main topics discussed in this transcript are: 1. The situation in Venezuela and the U.S. government’s plans to restore oil production and exports from the country. This includes details on the U.S. government’s […]

President Trump is Restoring Prosperity, Safety and Security for the United States and Venezuela

Energy News Beat The following is a fact sheet from the Department of Energy, and we will cover it on the Energy News Beat Stand Up. This is critical as we are watching how business can restore wealth to both Venezuela and the United States, rather than a boots-on-the-ground military force. PRESIDENT TRUMP ANNOUNCES A […]

Maduro’s Gone. The Blackouts Aren’t. – Robert Bryce on Substack

Energy News Beat ENB Pub Note: Stu Turley is getting Robert Bryce scheduled to talk about this important article and the impact of the grid in Venezuela. There are many moving parts around the world, and Venezuela has become the cornerstone of the Monroe Doctrine, being enforced. The enforcement of the Dark Fleet tankers may […]

Green Energy and Climate Funding Canceled by the Energy Department – Saving Millions

Energy News Beat In a bold move aligning with President Trump’s campaign promises, the U.S. Department of Energy and related federal agencies have canceled hundreds of millions in green energy and climate-related funding. This includes a significant $540 million allocated to Michigan, impacting various programs aimed at solar expansion, energy efficiency, and resilience initiatives. The […]

Venezuelan Oil to Be Sold by the United States Amid Enforcement of Dark Fleet Sanctions -There is more to the Story

Energy News Beat In a bold escalation of its energy policy toward Venezuela, the United States is taking direct control over the sale of Venezuelan oil while intensifying enforcement against the so-called “dark fleet” of tankers evading international sanctions. This move comes in the wake of the capture of former Venezuelan leader Nicolás Maduro and […]

Doomberg Stops By to discuss “Where is the Oil Glut?” We also cover Venezuela and Greenland

Energy News Beat This was a fun podcast with our favorite Green Chicken, Doomberg, and we hit it out of the park. Buckle up and enjoy the show. Doomberg has been elevated to “National Treasure Status” by Stu Turley and The Energy News Beat Podcast team. Our great guests help us reach #3 in FeedSpot’s […]