An approaching solar eclipse has the attention of the operators of ERCOT, the Texas grid. They’re curious whether the Saturday eclipse might present new challenges such as possible blackouts because of a lack of solar power. One engineering expert suggests that if the eclipse happens on a scorching day when the grid relies heavily …
October 2023 archive
US crude oil exports reached record high in first half of 2023
U.S. crude oil exports in the first half of 2023 averaged 3.99 million barrels per day (b/d), which is a record high for the first half of a year since 2015, when the U.S. ban on most crude oil exports from the United States was repealed. In the first half of 2023, crude …
Energy headlines
** Top U.S. oil producer Exxon Mobil’s planned acquisition of the No. 1 Permian shale producer Pioneer Natural Resources could further restrain output growth in the largest U.S. oilfield, squeezing pipeline companies and suppliers, executives and energy advisors said. ** Union workers at Mack Trucks went on strike Monday after voting down a five-year contract agreement …
Hamas attack on Israel sends oil prices up by 4%
The murderous attacks by Hamas that led Israel to declare war sparked major gains in crude oil prices on Monday and Oklahoma energy stocks recorded jumps of 5% and 6%. The gains resulted in crude oil to recover from last week’s steep losses where Brent fell about 11% and WTI dropped 8%. Prices rose on …
Oil price drop draws attention of Scott Mitchell and Jerry Bohnen
When crude oil prices dropped nearly $12 a barrel, naturally that drew the attention of Scott Mitchell and Jerry Bohnen on their latest podcast of Mitchell Talks Energy With Jerry Bohnen. Why not? It’s a hot topic in the oil and gas industry.
Touring Tulsa and its history of oil
A young man who grew up in New York City has started an oil historical tour in Tulsa where he now makes his home. Tulsa Tours was founded by Jeffrey Tannehaus and it brings into focus the history of the discovery of oil in Tulsa and how it changed the city. “Many energy and …
Oklahoma recorded first official freeze of the season
Yup! It froze in Oklahoma over the weekend. It was also the forecast from State Climatologist Gary McManus who indicated in Monday’s Mesonet update that there is a chance of another freeze soon. Before that occurs, we’ll have a warm week. “Now we go back to the heat of SUMMER Fall before we get …
Colorado airport to end use of leaded aviation fuel
Bending to complaints, one metropolitan airport near Denver has decided to switch to unleaded aviation fuel. The Rocky Mountain Metropolitan Airport in Broomfield, located between Denver and Boulder, even bought a $50,000 tanker to store the unleaded fuel. The move is three years ahead of the original plan after nearby residents claimed the ongoing …
Oklahoma House to study Artificial Intelligence impact
Out on the farm when you start talking “A-I”, you’re discussing artificial insemination—whether it’s dairy cows, cattle herds or more. So it’s probably wise to get your A-I’s straight. The A-I that will draw attention this week at the State Capitol is artificial intelligence. The Oklahoma legislature plans to look into the issue …
OKC sees big jump in transit ridership
While many major cities across the U.S. report a decline in transit ridership, that’s not the case in Oklahoma City where it has increased in the past year. Oklahoma City recorded a 16% increase in transit ridership from 2021 to 2022, according to Body Boyd, Community Engagement Officer for Oklahoma City. He said the …
