Energy Social Media and Updates

TACO Boosts Trump, War Uncertainty Keeps Oil Low
SocialMar 25, 2026

TACO Boosts Trump, War Uncertainty Keeps Oil Low

"Rather than being a sign of weakness, TACO is working in Trump’s favor. No one knows for certain when or if he’ll try to end the war, which has been enough to stop traders from pushing up the oil price."...

By Scott Lincicome
Oman Oil Plunges From $170 to $90s, Market Wraps
SocialMar 25, 2026

Oman Oil Plunges From $170 to $90s, Market Wraps

Lots of headline whipsaw but call me crazy but I do find market price action useful. Oman oil back down to the 90’s from the 170 highs says this is a wrap https://t.co/0WwZo0Hanz

By Felix Jauvin
Democrats Unveil Draft Transmission Language Building on EPRA
SocialMar 25, 2026

Democrats Unveil Draft Transmission Language Building on EPRA

Scoop in ME: Democrats on the Senate Energy Committee led by @SenatorHick are floating draft transmission language in permitting talks that I exclusively obtained. It builds upon Manchin/Barrasso EPRA bill from last Congress, and it intended to be a market...

By Joshua Siegel
Trump’s Tweets Sway Sentiment, Not Oil Reality
SocialMar 25, 2026

Trump’s Tweets Sway Sentiment, Not Oil Reality

Trump's tweets can move sentiment, writes @JavierBlas They can’t move reality Two weeks to fix flows—or the market stops listening https://t.co/JOkeWKOjXl #Oil #EnergyMarkets #Hormuz #Inflation #Geopolitics

By Art Berman Blog
Oil Prices Global, Gas Prices Regional—Explaining US‑UK Gap
SocialMar 25, 2026

Oil Prices Global, Gas Prices Regional—Explaining US‑UK Gap

Some awkward facts: Oil is sold via a global price mechanism (there are some variations due to transportation costs). Gas is sold on a regional basis. If it was global, then why is US gas a fraction of UK gas?

By WheelieDealer
What Could Convince a Zealot to Boost North Sea Production?
SocialMar 25, 2026

What Could Convince a Zealot to Boost North Sea Production?

Wondering what it will take for this dribbling zealot to change his mind on maximising oil and gas production in the North Sea

By Michael Hewson
Diesel Prices Fell Over 25% in Real Terms
SocialMar 25, 2026

Diesel Prices Fell Over 25% in Real Terms

Diesel was $7.25 in real dollars back in July 2008, $6.51 in June 2022 @jkempenergy .. $5.38 in real-time. I'd like to see @JeffWeniger work his magic on this chart https://t.co/u3Tn1K8vRc

By Mike Zaccardi
Qatar's Largest LNG Plant Faces 2‑4 Year Restart Delay
SocialMar 25, 2026

Qatar's Largest LNG Plant Faces 2‑4 Year Restart Delay

The world's biggest LNG plant in Qatar wont be able to quickly restart even after the Iran war ends🇶🇦⚠️ Two of the plant's trains were damaged, and need new gas turbines to power LNG refrigeration compressors. Delivery will take 2-4 years...

By Stephen Stapczynski
Oil’s 14‑point Swing Signals Massive Unresolved Risk Premium
SocialMar 25, 2026

Oil’s 14‑point Swing Signals Massive Unresolved Risk Premium

Oil crashes 10% on diplomacy hopes. Snaps back 4% when Iran denies those talks. WTI: $88 to $91.62 in 24 hours. Same war. Same region. Different headline. The volatility is the signal — not the direction. A 14-point crude range in 48...

By Michael A. Gayed, CFA (Lead-Lag Report)
Oil’s Wild Swing Shows Volatility Is the Real Indicator
SocialMar 25, 2026

Oil’s Wild Swing Shows Volatility Is the Real Indicator

Oil -10% Monday. Oil +4% Tuesday. Same war. Same geopolitics. The volatility IS the signal. $USO $XLE $SPY https://t.co/Od9t9fzbbl

By Michael A. Gayed, CFA (Lead-Lag Report)
IRA Spurs 920 New Manufacturing Facilities Nationwide
SocialMar 25, 2026

IRA Spurs 920 New Manufacturing Facilities Nationwide

Like the Inflation Reduction Act that had 920 announced and under construction manufacturing facilities? https://t.co/3GozcfkM29

By Jigar Shah
India Targets 47% Emissions Cut by 2035
SocialMar 25, 2026

India Targets 47% Emissions Cut by 2035

India’s long-delayed new climate policy set a modest target to cut a key emissions metric 47% by 2035, as the world’s third-largest polluter attempts to balance growing energy demand and action on global warming. https://t.co/RKUp7ehe38

By Vox – Climate
May RBOB Price Drop Signals Lower National Average
SocialMar 25, 2026

May RBOB Price Drop Signals Lower National Average

May soon becomes the RBOB prompt.. it's $2.89... implying a $3.80-$3.85 national average (down from today's $3.99 level) https://t.co/0eD1CGzOZ5

By Mike Zaccardi
Europe's Gas Reserves Deplete Amid War‑driven Supply Crisis
SocialMar 25, 2026

Europe's Gas Reserves Deplete Amid War‑driven Supply Crisis

Europe faced with near-empty gas stores just as war hits supply https://t.co/AMi8Pr6NeH via @priazrocha https://t.co/iNtIl6DXzV

By Zöe Schneeweiss
Japan’s Support Boosts IEA Oil Release Amid Middle East Crisis
SocialMar 25, 2026

Japan’s Support Boosts IEA Oil Release Amid Middle East Crisis

Very productive meeting with PM Sanae Takaichi @takaichi_sanae to discuss impacts of the Middle East war on energy security in Asia & beyond I thanked her for 🇯🇵’s vital support for IEA’s historic oil stock release & we agreed to work...

By Fatih Birol
U.S. Diesel Hits $5.38/gal, 75th Percentile Since
SocialMar 25, 2026

U.S. Diesel Hits $5.38/gal, 75th Percentile Since

U.S. RETAIL DIESEL prices including taxes climbed to an average of $5.38 per gallon on March 23 up from $5.07 a week earlier and $3.81 before the war started. Inflation-adjusted prices have averaged $4.80 so far this month (75th percentile...

By John Kemp
Dutch Gas Stocks Plunge to 6.1% Amid LNG Shortfall
SocialMar 25, 2026

Dutch Gas Stocks Plunge to 6.1% Amid LNG Shortfall

Dutch gas inventories fall to **6.1%** full 🇳🇱 ⚠️ This is a seasonal low, and comes as the global LNG market is facing a shortfall due to the conflict in the Middle East https://t.co/OeUgHLyuUf

By Stephen Stapczynski
China Lithium Prices Surge, Inventories Decline, 3× June Lows
SocialMar 25, 2026

China Lithium Prices Surge, Inventories Decline, 3× June Lows

While most eyes are focused on hydrocarbons in the Middle East, keep an eye on #Lithium in China as well... Some data providers flagged a weekly reduction in inventories, and prices have bounced over the past few days. We seem...

By Matt Fernley
Thailand May Hike Power Rates 18% Amid Middle East Conflict
SocialMar 25, 2026

Thailand May Hike Power Rates 18% Amid Middle East Conflict

Thailand is hiking power prices due to the conflict in the Middle East 🇹🇭 ⚠️ Power rates may be increased by as much as 18% for the May-Aug. billing period due to higher fuel costs Other gas importers are...

By Stephen Stapczynski
US-Israeli Conflict Boosts Iran's Oil Sales and Prices
SocialMar 25, 2026

US-Israeli Conflict Boosts Iran's Oil Sales and Prices

My take on @AJEnglish on how the US-Israeli war has backfired and is benefiting Iran: “Iran is getting more oil out, they’re selling it at higher prices, and at lower discounts than prior to the US-Israeli attacks.” https://t.co/ySeIcR0lFS

By Steve Hanke
Scotland Powers 175,000 Homes with Ocean Energy
SocialMar 25, 2026

Scotland Powers 175,000 Homes with Ocean Energy

Scotland Taps Ocean Power to Generate #CleanEnergy for 175,000 Homes by @wef #Sustainability #RenewableEnergy https://t.co/LuQGkC6cXQ

By Ron van Loon
Global Expert Offers Insight on Hormuz Energy Crisis
SocialMar 25, 2026

Global Expert Offers Insight on Hormuz Energy Crisis

🌐I deliver presentations worldwide to companies and institutions on the ongoing Hormuz/energy crisis and the outlook for oil, gas, LNG, and energy markets (Via zoom and in person). 🌐Feel free to have your company contact me for more information https://t.co/Dq8hEDz5aE

By Anas Alhajji
Asia Cuts LNG Imports to Free Gas for Europe
SocialMar 25, 2026

Asia Cuts LNG Imports to Free Gas for Europe

This is why there is so much focus on gas demand destruction 👇 Importers (particularly those in emerging Asia) will need to take less LNG to free-up more for Europe and other richer nations the longer Hormuz/Qatar is shut

By Stephen Stapczynski
Pexapark Secures 30 European PPAs, 2.2 GW in February
SocialMar 25, 2026

Pexapark Secures 30 European PPAs, 2.2 GW in February

Pexapark registers 30 European PPAs for 2.2 GW in February #energysky -- via pv magazine global: https://t.co/pcVtquhtNr

By Tor “SolarFred” Valenza
Solar Experts Discuss Microgrids and Repowering at NABCEP CE 2026
SocialMar 25, 2026

Solar Experts Discuss Microgrids and Repowering at NABCEP CE 2026

Solar professionals talk microgrids, repowering and more at NABCEP CE 2026 #energysky -- via pv magazine usa: https://t.co/NxnuHyAoYK https://t.co/SAEKV3G5L6

By Tor “SolarFred” Valenza
OPEC+ March Crude Supply Hits 2020 Low
SocialMar 25, 2026

OPEC+ March Crude Supply Hits 2020 Low

OPEC+ crude supply in March will be the lowest since the major production cuts during COVID lockdown in 2020.

By Anas Alhajji
Oil Demand Peaks by 2030, Gas Demand Rises Onward
SocialMar 25, 2026

Oil Demand Peaks by 2030, Gas Demand Rises Onward

Yes. This has been my model for a decade. Oil is approaching peak demand. Perhaps 2030. Natural gas demand will continue to grow well beyond oil.

By Ramez Naam
Ohio Halts Solar Farm Amid Fabricated Public Opposition
SocialMar 25, 2026

Ohio Halts Solar Farm Amid Fabricated Public Opposition

Ohio blocks big solar farm, despite apparently fake public comments #energysky -- via Canary Media: https://t.co/3kdBeyciPR

By Tor “SolarFred” Valenza
Trump‑Iran Talks Spark Hormuz Oil Fears, Lift Prices
SocialMar 25, 2026

Trump‑Iran Talks Spark Hormuz Oil Fears, Lift Prices

Trump Iran talks revived Strait of Hormuz oil flow fears and pushed global energy prices higher. https://www.metalnomist.com/2026/03/trump-iran-talks-put-strait-of-hormuz.html

By The Metalnomist
Saudi Red Sea Exports Avert Major Hormuz Oil Disruption
SocialMar 25, 2026

Saudi Red Sea Exports Avert Major Hormuz Oil Disruption

Saudi oil exports from its Western ports on the Red Sea represented the most immediate and largest mitigation of the Hormuz crisis. Logically, any oil transported via pipelines from east to west and loaded at the Red Sea ports must be...

By Anas Alhajji
XPrize Launches Competition to Boost Next‑gen Geothermal Innovation
SocialMar 25, 2026

XPrize Launches Competition to Boost Next‑gen Geothermal Innovation

XPrize competition to drive innovation for next-gen geothermal plants #energysky -- via Canary Media: https://t.co/bscd3v31tl

By Tor “SolarFred” Valenza
Australia Faces Fuel Shortage as Hormuz Disruption Persists
SocialMar 25, 2026

Australia Faces Fuel Shortage as Hormuz Disruption Persists

Australia is RUNNING OUT OF FUEL. ​As the Strait of Hormuz remains disrupted, hundreds of gas stations across the country are running dry. ​THE GAS STATIONS SHOULD SEND A BILL FOR DAMAGES TO TRUMP AND NETANYAHU. https://t.co/9LMx4BprMq

By Steve Hanke
Defending Extraction Undermines Pollution Reduction Claims
SocialMar 25, 2026

Defending Extraction Undermines Pollution Reduction Claims

You cannot seriously argue for reducing pollution while defending the very extraction systems that continuously introduce it. Fossil fuels are more than just their emissions. The process includes land conversions, frack pads, compressor stations, wastewater, pipeline corridors, and the fragmentation...

By Appalachian Naturalist (Calvin)
WTO Tracker Shows Heavy Oil/LNG Traffic Through Hormuz
SocialMar 25, 2026

WTO Tracker Shows Heavy Oil/LNG Traffic Through Hormuz

Look at the number of oil and LNG vessels crossing the Strait of Hormuz in the WTO's newly-launched tracker. It is based on "AIS-traceable vessels only" -- but I think that's a fair picture. Who in their right mind would think "dark...

By Vandana Hari
European Majors Eye US Gas as Future Energy
SocialMar 25, 2026

European Majors Eye US Gas as Future Energy

"Historically, European companies’ attempts to enter the US shale sector have been largely unsuccessful. The question is whether this time will be any different. What is clear, however, is that this move reflects a growing realization—even among European majors—that natural...

By Anas Alhajji
China Gas Prices Surge 20% Since Iran War
SocialMar 25, 2026

China Gas Prices Surge 20% Since Iran War

Gas prices in China jumped 20% since the war in Iran began. This is big. It affects 300 million drivers. CHAIRMAN XI SHOULD SEND A BILL FOR DAMAGES TO TRUMP & NETANYAHU. https://t.co/5AEwfc2iWb

By Steve Hanke
Hormuz Crisis Opens Historic Window for Canadian Oil
SocialMar 25, 2026

Hormuz Crisis Opens Historic Window for Canadian Oil

🇨🇦The ongoing Hormuz crisis presents a historic opportunity for Canada’s oil and LNG industries. 🇨🇦This is the moment. If we miss it, there may not be another. 👇👇👇 Daily Energy Report Link: https://t.co/9c26JYBjru

By Anas Alhajji
SPR Release Trivial, Hormuz Shock Permanently Alters Oil Market
SocialMar 25, 2026

SPR Release Trivial, Hormuz Shock Permanently Alters Oil Market

SPR releases are a rounding error against a 10–17 mb/d disruption, says @ericnuttall Paper oil is still pretending everything’s fine. Even if this ends tomorrow, you’re left with a $10+ security premium Damaged infrastructure takes years, not weeks to recover This is a...

By Art Berman Blog
India Faces Curtailment Risk for 35 GW Renewable Capacity
SocialMar 25, 2026

India Faces Curtailment Risk for 35 GW Renewable Capacity

India’s 35 GW renewable capacity at curtailment risk, warns Crisil Ratings #energysky -- via pv magazine global: https://t.co/CQA0FQ6Ni3

By Tor “SolarFred” Valenza
US Brigade Plan Risks Escalation Into Iran's Oil Heart
SocialMar 25, 2026

US Brigade Plan Risks Escalation Into Iran's Oil Heart

US weighing deployment of a combat brigade to take Kharg, repair airfields Supply lines would follow That’s a blueprint for escalation into Iran’s oil heart MARKETS AREN’T READY FOR THAT OUTCOME #IranWar #Oil #Hormuz #Geopolitics #EnergyMarkets https://t.co/ekbkXerzjV

By Art Berman Blog
Relief Fails in Panic: Trump, IEA Miss Oil Reality
SocialMar 25, 2026

Relief Fails in Panic: Trump, IEA Miss Oil Reality

What Trump and the IEA Missed About the Oil Market: Relief Does Not Work When Markets Are in Panic Mode Daily Energy Report https://t.co/9c26JYBjru

By Anas Alhajji
Kazakhstan's Export Surge Signals Shifts for OPEC+
SocialMar 25, 2026

Kazakhstan's Export Surge Signals Shifts for OPEC+

Kazakhstan's oil exports recovered: What are the implications for OPEC+ and the oil market? (SEE CHART) DAILY ENERGY REPORT https://t.co/3Iw9dtfnRU

By Anas Alhajji
EPBC Act Adds 5.5 GWh Battery Storage Across Three States
SocialMar 25, 2026

EPBC Act Adds 5.5 GWh Battery Storage Across Three States

Australia’s EPBC Act pipeline swells with 5.5GWh of battery storage across three states #energysky -- via Energy Storage News: https://t.co/t9erSWr7w0

By Tor “SolarFred” Valenza
White House Wins Jawboning, yet Oil Prices Defy Expectations
SocialMar 25, 2026

White House Wins Jawboning, yet Oil Prices Defy Expectations

The White House is (truly) winning the oil jawboning battle against Tehran — still to be seen if Trump would win the physical oil market war. But to see Brent trading at sub-$100 a barrel (and WTI below $90) after...

By Javier Blas
Molten Salt Solutions Secures Two New Buyers
SocialMar 25, 2026

Molten Salt Solutions Secures Two New Buyers

Fusion Materials Startup Molten Salt Solutions Lands Two New Buyers #energysky -- via Heatmap News https://t.co/RApjTJrt02 https://t.co/cadtHZH6xV

By Tor “SolarFred” Valenza
Europe Braces for Iran War Fuel Shortages
SocialMar 25, 2026

Europe Braces for Iran War Fuel Shortages

Europe will soon face the same kind of fuel supply disruptions as Asia due to the war in Iran, says Shell’s CEO 🇪🇺 ⚠️ “If you look through the slate, jet fuel is already being impacted. Diesel will be next...

By Stephen Stapczynski
Russia Earmarks Oil Windfall for Welfare Fund, Cuts Spending Reliance
SocialMar 24, 2026

Russia Earmarks Oil Windfall for Welfare Fund, Cuts Spending Reliance

Consider the source, etc, but the official line from Russian govt is that O&G revenue windfall will go straight into rebuilding the (depleted) national welfare fund. And longer-term plan is to reduce role of O&G revenues in day-to-day spending. https://t.co/5QfNPsBYtV

By Matthew C. Klein
U.S. Poised to Export Lithium, Power Future Batteries
SocialMar 24, 2026

U.S. Poised to Export Lithium, Power Future Batteries

#RockStockChannel just published its first ever 1-on-1 interview with @LithiumAmericas CEO Jon Evans. For the first 7 years of my now ~18-year lithium journey, the only project I promoted was what I’ve titled this video America’s Lithium. Lithium Americas. Like Mountain Pass...

By Howard Klein
Passivating Pinholes Boost TOPCon Solar Cell Efficiency
SocialMar 24, 2026

Passivating Pinholes Boost TOPCon Solar Cell Efficiency

Discovery of passivating pinholes in TOPCon solar cells paves the way for higher efficiencies #energysky -- via pv magazine global: https://t.co/UWGzf5PaqJ https://t.co/BgyDRVIv7N

By Tor “SolarFred” Valenza