Energy Standard Editorial Team
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The Energy Standard Editorial Team is a group of experienced energy sector journalists and analysts who curate and produce content covering oil and gas, renewable energy, mining, and emerging technologies. Our team aggregates news from over 40 trusted sources and provides original analysis on market trends, industry developments, and technological innovations shaping the energy landscape.
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China's Silver Stranglehold and the Race for Critical Minerals in 2026
As Beijing prepares to tighten controls on silver exports, the global tech and energy sectors face a critical supply crunch. Meanwhile, mining operations worldwide are adapting to new realities in the race for minerals essential to AI and renewable energy.
What is the levelized cost of energy (LCOE)?
LCOE is a standardized metric that calculates the average cost of generating electricity from a power plant over its entire lifetime, expressed as a cost per unit of energy produced.
Copper Hits Record Highs as Critical Minerals Become the New Oil
Copper prices are surging to unprecedented levels while major mining ventures reshape the global critical minerals landscape. Here's what's driving the rally and what it means for energy markets.
Natural Gas Surges Into 2026 as Storage Deficit Signals Tight Winter Ahead
January natural gas futures rally on the back of a large storage withdrawal, signaling potential supply tightness as the new year approaches.
Oil Bounces Back as Russia-Ukraine Tensions Overshadow Peace Hopes
Crude prices climbed in early Asian trading as military strikes in the Russia-Ukraine conflict dampened optimism over a potential peace deal, while Australia's Woodside locked in a major LNG supply agreement with Turkey.
Christmas Chaos in Diesel Markets and the Quiet Revolution in Energy Storage
As holiday logistics strain Europe's diesel supplies, the energy sector grapples with copper shortages that may not be real and a boom in alternative storage solutions beyond lithium-ion batteries.
Weekly Energy Market Recap: Dec 19 - Dec 26, 2025
This week in energy: Tesla removes 'sustainable' from its mission statement, Massachusetts awards 1.3 GW in energy storage contracts, and mining companies advance major projects across multiple continents. Key developments across renewables and mining sectors.
Nvidia's $20 Billion Groq Acquisition Signals AI Chip Consolidation as Infrastructure Stocks Soar
Nvidia's landmark acquisition of AI-chip startup Groq marks a turning point in semiconductor consolidation, while other data center infrastructure stocks dramatically outpace the chip giant in 2025 performance.
Copper Hits Record Highs as Critical Minerals Market Enters Uncharted Territory
Copper prices have surged past $12,000 per ton for the first time, signaling a dramatic shift in global commodity markets as supply concerns and trade dynamics reshape the critical minerals landscape heading into 2026.
What is hydraulic fracturing (fracking)?
Hydraulic fracturing is a well stimulation technique that uses pressurized fluid to create fractures in rock formations, allowing oil and natural gas to flow more freely to the surface.
Trump Administration Freezes Offshore Wind Projects as Clean Energy Faces Regulatory Headwinds
The Trump administration has halted major offshore wind initiatives, marking a significant policy shift for U.S. renewable energy development. The move comes as the clean energy sector navigates complex regulatory and market challenges.
U.S. Escalates Venezuela Oil Blockade as Markets React to Supply Disruptions
Oil prices climbed as the Trump administration intensified its campaign against Venezuelan oil exports, seizing tankers and threatening broader blockades that could disrupt an $8 billion trade.
Weekly Energy Market Recap: Dec 13 - Dec 20, 2025
This week in energy: Major renewable energy investments announced across North America, critical minerals projects advancing, and significant policy developments affecting wind energy. Key developments span solar manufacturing expansion, battery storage deployment, and mining sector transformation.
What is a smart grid?
A smart grid is an electricity network that uses digital technology and two-way communication to automatically balance supply and demand in real time.
AI Chips Fuel the Next Energy Tech Boom
The race for AI supremacy is heating up, and the energy sector is at the center of the action.
Copper Surge Sparks Scramble for Critical Minerals
Soaring copper prices and supply concerns have mining companies racing to secure critical minerals like lithium, cobalt, and rare earths.
Mining Boom Fuels AI Surge as Micron, OpenAI Seize the Moment
The global race for critical minerals is accelerating, with major tech players like Micron and OpenAI making bold moves to secure their supply chains.
Mining Majors Shake Up Leadership as Critical Minerals Demand Surges
The mining industry is undergoing a major leadership shakeup as companies race to meet surging global demand for critical minerals like lithium, cobalt and rare earths.
Oil Blockade and AI Chip Crunch: Navigating the Energy Sector's Turbulent Landscape
Oil markets spiked this week as President Trump ordered a blockade on sanctioned Venezuelan oil tankers, while the AI-fueled chip shortage threatens to raise smartphone prices.
Copper Prices Soar as AI Boom Strains Global Supply Chains
Copper prices are surging toward record highs as the global AI boom strains already tight supplies, with analysts warning of further volatility ahead.
Copper Prices Surge Amid AI Boom, But Chip Shortage Threatens Smartphone Affordability
Copper prices are soaring to new heights, fueled by surging AI demand and supply chain disruptions. But the chip shortage could mean higher smartphone prices for consumers.
Renewables Surge as AI Fuels Copper Crunch and Oil Prices Slip
Copper prices soar on AI demand, oil slips on Ukraine peace talks, and the U.S. halts a key tech trade deal with the UK.
Oil Markets Rocked by Refinery Outage and OPEC Forecasts
Oil prices tumbled this week after a major refinery fire in Canada and OPEC's bearish demand outlook.
AI Superstars Musk and Altman Face Off in $1.4 Trillion AI Infrastructure Battle
As OpenAI turns 10, the former nonprofit AI lab is at the center of a roughly $1.4 trillion bet on AI infrastructure, with founders Elon Musk and Sam Altman now rivals in the high-stakes market.
AI Supercharges Mining, But Can It Solve the Critical Minerals Crunch?
Artificial intelligence is transforming mining operations, but can it help address the looming supply shortages of critical minerals needed for the green energy transition?
Renewable Energy Surges Ahead as Geopolitics Reshape Global Markets
From the Caspian to the North Sea, the energy landscape is undergoing a dramatic transformation - and renewable technologies are at the heart of it all.
Oil Prices Surge on Geopolitical Risks and Looming Fed Rate Cut
Oil markets jumped to two-week highs this week on expectations of a US interest rate cut and growing geopolitical tensions, while natural gas prices soared to three-year highs, setting the stage for a coal comeback.
The AI Revolution Reshaping the Global Mining Industry
The mining industry is undergoing a rapid digital transformation, driven by the dual pressures of the energy transition and increasingly complex extraction environments.
Mining Titans Ramp Up Critical Mineral Production as Demand Surges
Major mining companies are racing to boost output of key minerals like lithium, cobalt, and rare earths to meet soaring global demand, especially from the electric vehicle industry.
Renewable Energy Surges Ahead as Oil Majors Shift Gears
The renewable energy sector is experiencing a major transformation, with oil giants making strategic moves and AI emerging as a game-changer.
OPEC+ Holds Firm on Oil Output as Uncertainty Looms
OPEC+ maintained its current oil production levels this week, signaling caution in the face of economic headwinds.
AI Boom Reshapes the Energy Landscape as Data Centers Flock to Texas
The rapid growth of AI and data centers is redrawing America's energy map, with Texas emerging as the epicenter of this digital gold rush.
Lithium Bonanza in Quebec and Autonomous Mining Advances in Peru
Cutting-edge space tech uncovers a massive lithium deposit in Quebec, while autonomous mining equipment takes a big leap forward in Peru.
Renewables Surge Ahead as Oil and Gas Sector Faces Uncertainty
The renewable energy sector is experiencing a major boom, with new developments in solar, wind, and energy storage technology. Meanwhile, the oil and gas industry is grappling with supply chain issues and geopolitical tensions.
Oil Prices Teeter as Ukraine Peace Talks Progress, U.S. Dollar Strengthens
Oil markets remain on edge as reports of potential progress in the Russia-Ukraine peace talks and a strengthening U.S. dollar put downward pressure on prices.
AI Chips Power Up, But Tech Stocks Stumble as Economic Fears Linger
Nvidia's strong earnings initially boosted AI-related stocks, but broader market concerns soon wiped out those gains as tech shares slid.
Mining Majors Scramble to Secure Critical Minerals as Geopolitical Tensions Rise
Rare earth and critical mineral supplies are emerging as a new battleground in the global tech race, with the U.S. and its allies racing to reduce reliance on China.
Renewables Surge Ahead as Solar and Wind Dominate Energy Landscape
The renewable energy revolution is in full swing, with solar and wind power leading the charge and reshaping the global energy landscape.
Oil Prices Slip as Russian Port Resumes Exports, But Outlook Remains Uncertain
Oil markets took a sharp turn this week as a key Russian export hub resumed operations, but the overall outlook remains uncertain amid global supply and demand dynamics.
AI Surges as Oil Sector Faces Uncertainty
The energy tech landscape is shifting rapidly, with AI startups raising billions while the oil and gas industry grapples with geopolitical tensions and environmental concerns.
AI Demand Drives Cisco's Earnings Beat, But Electricity Shortages Loom
Cisco's AI networking sales surge, but the industry faces a potential power crisis. Meanwhile, oil and gas markets remain volatile as supply and demand dynamics shift.
AI Dominates Energy Sector as Demand Surges, Funding Gap Looms
The AI revolution is sweeping through the energy industry, driving unprecedented demand for chips and data centers. But who will fund the $2.9 trillion needed to power this transformation?
China's $468 Billion Energy Surge Reshapes Global Oil Markets
China's massive investments in domestic oil and gas production are shaking up global energy markets, as the world's largest importer ramps up self-sufficiency.
AI Disruption Across the Energy Sector: Trends and Implications
The energy industry is undergoing a rapid transformation driven by the rise of artificial intelligence. This post analyzes the latest developments and their market impact.
Non-OPEC Oil Production Surge Led by Brazil, Guyana, and Argentina
Emerging markets in South America are poised to drive the next wave of non-OPEC oil production growth, according to industry analysis. Meanwhile, geopolitical tensions and regulatory pressures are shaping the global energy landscape.
Non-OPEC Oil Production Surges as Brazil, Guyana, and Argentina Lead the Way
A deep dive into the latest trends shaping the global oil market, with a focus on the rising production from non-OPEC countries like Brazil, Guyana, and Argentina.
Renewables Sector Faces Headwinds Amid Policy Shifts and Supply Chain Challenges
Recent news highlights the impact of policy changes and global supply chain disruptions on the renewable energy industry, with implications for investment strategies and operational priorities.
U.S. LNG Exports Soar as Europe Seeks to Reduce Russian Gas Dependence
U.S. LNG developers have signed record-breaking export deals as Europe rushes to secure alternative gas supplies, while policy shifts and mining innovations are also shaping energy markets.
Energy Week in Review: Markets, Gas, and Mining Trends
Recent energy reporting highlights key developments in markets, gas, mining. Analysis of 46 articles from authoritative sources reveals emerging trends shaping the industry.
Energy Week in Review: Markets, Mining, and Ai Trends
Recent energy reporting highlights key developments in markets, mining, ai. Analysis of 149 articles from authoritative sources reveals emerging trends shaping the industry.