Debates over data centers are intensifying across the U.S. and not just in Oklahoma. Residents, who are the ratepayers, often do battle with developers because of the anticipated increase in electric rates to pay for the large load required for the centers. Others argue it will mean increased water rates or a depletion of …
Energy independence in the US
While the war in Iran put a chokehold on oil shipments through the Strait of Hormuz, thus severely impacting supplies to Asia and Europe, the U.S. has not experienced such harm and increased oil production in Oklahoma and other states is the reason why. A recent report by Climate Crisis 247 ranked Oklahoma among the …
Decision time on PSO request
Monday is when Oklahoma Corporation Commissioners are expected to make a decision on the more than $1.2 billion expanded power project request of Public Service Company of Oklahoma. Not only are PSO leaders waiting but so are consumers. They spent several hours last week listening to the presentation and testimony by PSO executives and attorneys …
Slow-walking wind permits
It’s unclear whether any are in Oklahoma, but an estimated 250 new onshore wind farms across the U.S. are on hold due to delays of approval at the Pentagon. At the same time, the issue has created a stage for permitting reform. The Pentagon must sign off on the projects as well as the Federal …
Coffee refill?
Boy, did I make a major mistake in writing about the cost of gasoline compared to the cup of Java that some motorists like to get on their way to work. Last week, I wrote how gasoline was a penny or two away from $4 a gallon in Oklahoma while a gallon of your favorite …
Storms fire up Kansas Congresswoman
The Severe Storms Prediction Center in Norman, Oklahoma is the target of some heavy criticism from a Kansas Congresswoman. It’s on the list along with the National Weather Service and the Trump Administration following April 13 tornadoes that struck Kansas and Oklahoma. While Oklahoma was also battered by heavy supercells with large hail, …
Ascent reports “strong” 1Q
ASCENT RESOURCES REPORTS FIRST QUARTER 2026 OPERATING AND FINANCIAL RESULTS Increased oil and gas production in the first quarter led to reported Net Income of $286 million for Ascent Resources. The company’s first quarter earnings report showed adjusted EBITDAX of $434 million and cash flows from operations of $406 while adjusted free cash flow was $171 …
Energy briefs–Iran dumping oil?
Iran dumping oil? Satellite imagery revealed a massive suspected oil slick spreading near Kharg Island, Iran’s main oil export terminal, in what experts say could be evidence that Tehran’s oil infrastructure is buckling under mounting U.S. pressure. Iran still wants control Iran is seeking to formalize its control of the Strait of Hormuz by transferring …
Mach switches to oil drilling
Oil’s in and gas is temporarily out at Mach Mach Natural Resources LP confirmed it paused some of its deep Anadarko Basin drilling activity and redirected efforts to oil-weighted projects in the Mid-Continent, including a directed effort in Kingfisher County. Details of the program came as the Oklahoma City company announced financial and operating results …
Energy briefs: oil drops–fighting on hold
Slipping oil prices Oil prices have plunged on reports that the US and Iran are nearing a peace deal, a development that paid off big for traders that happened to be shorting crude just ahead of the news. Bombs down the smoke stack The U.S. carried out new attacks on Iranian targets Friday, striking several empty …