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U.S. Becomes Largest LNG Exporter. Why that May Mean Costlier Gas at Home

The U.S. recently jumped into the top spot as the world’s largest exporter of liquefied natural gas, overtaking Qatar and Australia.

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OPEC+ With Plenty To Chew On Ahead Of December Meeting

Slowing growth in both Persian Gulf economies and U.S. oil production gives OPEC+ plenty to think about when they discuss output cuts in early December.

topics: Oil and Gas
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Energy Security

Chuck Schumer Unveils Ambitious $454 Billion Plan to Advance Vehicle Electrification

Sen. Chuck Schumer has announced a $454 billion plan to electrify one-quarter of the U.S. vehicle fleet

topics: Electric Vehicles
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“Take the Oil:” How the U.S. Plan in Syria Could Backfire

The President's plan to secure Syrian oil threatens to further complicate an already difficult situation

topics: Geopolitics, Oil and Gas
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Energy Security

Oil Sands Industry Sees Setback In Canada’s Election Results

Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau's election victory could create more challenges for an energy industry already struggling with low prices and pipeline bottlenecks.

topics: Oil and Gas
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Energy Security

Natural Gas Glut Drags Down Prices

Amid record production and swelling stockpiles, natural gas prices have sunk this year.

topics: Oil and Gas
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Despite Weak Prices, Oil Supply Outages Remain High

Global supply outages stand at exceptionally high levels—even as Brent struggles to stay above $60 per barrel.

topics: Geopolitics, Oil and Gas
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A New Tanker War? Understanding Rising Violence on the High Seas

A sustained campaign on tanker traffic could have significant consequences for the security of the energy shipping lanes.

topics: Oil and Gas
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The Shale Boom Shows Signs Of Slowdown

Rising U.S. production has helped oil markets shrug off the Abqaiq attack - but the days of booming domestic output may be coming to an end.

topics: Oil and Gas
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Fuel Economy Announcements Enhance U.S. Economic And National Security

Although the governors of Minnesota and New Mexico gave environmental reasons for enacting new fuel efficiency standards, following more stringent standards also provide significant economic and national security benefits.

topics: Oil and Gas
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After the Shock: How to Interpret Oil Post-Abqaiq

The immediate impact of Abqaiq may have been minor, but the long-term lessons from this incident are bound to become more clear with time.

topics: Oil and Gas