Energy Musings contains articles and analyses dealing with important issues and developments within the energy industry, including historical perspective, with potentially significant implications for executives planning their companies’ future. While published every two weeks, events and travel may alter that schedule. I welcome your comments and observations. Allen Brooks
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January 4, 2022
Thoughts On What 2022 Holds In Store For Energy
Forces that drove the oil and gas industry’s fortunes in 2021 should continue in 2022. The surprise of 2022 will likely be something we are not even aware of or appreciate its impact. READ MORE
Is It Green Or Is It Not? Status Of Nuclear Power In Europe
The European Union membership is split over whether to classify nuclear and natural gas power as green. We look to the global nuclear power industry as a solution to climate change. READ MORE
The Great Coal Revival That Was Missed By The IEA
Coal use is up sharply in 2021, but the latest IEA forecast calls for use to continue rising to a new record in 2024. In 2020, the IEA saw coal plateauing. They got the 2020 outlook wrong. 2021? READ MORE
Study Says EVs More Costly To Operate Than ICE Vehicles
A detailed study concludes that when all issues EV owners must deal with are considered, EVs are more expensive to operate than ICE vehicles. We recently found a cost issue not publicized. READ MORE
Thoughts On What 2022 Holds In Store For Energy