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"DoD photo by Master Sgt. Ken Hammond, U.S. Air Force." / Wikimedia (Public domain)Defense Department Halts Approvals for 165 Onshore Wind Projects
The Trump administration has stalled approval processes for 165 onshore wind projects in the U.S., citing national security issues. The Defense Department has frozen negotiations and approvals, affecting 30 gigawatts of capacity. This move expands efforts to restrict the wind ene…
EuronewsUAE to Withdraw from OPEC Effective May 1, 2026
The United Arab Emirates announced its withdrawal from OPEC and OPEC+ on April 28, 2026, citing national production goals amid global supply disruptions. The move, effective May 1, follows tensions with quotas and regional rivalries. It could increase oil output, affecting market…
yardbarker.comTrump Hosts Oil Executives at White House to Discuss Energy Impacts of Iran Conflict
President Trump convened oil and gas executives at the White House to discuss energy fallout from the ongoing Iran war, including high gasoline prices and global market shocks. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth prepares for congressional testimonies on military spending and war oper…
Substrate placeholder — needs review · Wikimedia Commons (CC BY-SA 3.0)Offshore Wind Farms Advance Off Rhode Island Coast Amid U.S. Policy Shifts
Offshore wind turbines are operating and under construction off the Rhode Island coast, providing electricity to the region. Projects including Revolution Wind and South Fork Wind are progressing despite recent federal policy changes aimed at halting new developments. The Associa…
ndtv.comJones Act Waiver Enables Phillips 66 Crude Shipment from Texas to East Coast Refinery
Phillips 66 has transported Texas crude to an East Coast refiner, marking the first such shipment since President Trump issued a Jones Act waiver on March 18, 2026. The waiver permits foreign vessels to carry oil between U.S. ports amid supply disruptions from Iran's blockade of…
medium.comEarth Day 2026 Focuses on Individual Actions Amid Air Pollution Concerns
Earth Day 2026, observed on April 22, emphasizes the theme 'Our Power, Our Planet,' highlighting the role of individual and community efforts in environmental protection. Multiple sources reported local events in cities like Pittsburgh, while a new American Lung Association repor…
michaelwest.com.auBrent Crude Oil Hits $96.32 per Barrel Amid Shifting Global Supply Factors
Brent crude oil reached $96.32 per barrel as of 8:45 a.m. Eastern Time on April 21, 2026, following the effective closure of the Strait of Hormuz. Prices have fluctuated recently, with Iran's crude oil exports remaining elevated. Analysts project potential increases in South Amer…