Energy‘War on Fossil Fuels’ Drives Uncertainty Among Texas Oil and Gas Producers
Brad Johnson7 hours ago
Oil and gas producers place much of the blame for their industry's turmoil with the federal government, and most notably with President Biden.
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Energy9 Companies Allegedly Boycotting Fossil Fuels Have Not Responded to Texas Comptroller’s Inquiry
Brad JohnsonMay 23, 2022
When asked if they hold policies of boycotting oil and gas development, one company said "Hell no."
Elections 2022EnergyControversy, Conflict Define Sarah Stogner’s Weird and Wild Bid for Texas Railroad Commission
Brad JohnsonMay 19, 2022
During her race, Stogner has been accused of holding beliefs antithetical to her party's while taking aim at the oil and gas establishment.
88th LegislatureEnergyTexas Lawmaker to File Bill Prohibiting Banks from Boycotting Fossil Fuel Companies
Brad JohnsonMay 6, 2022
The legislation would mirror a bill passed in 2021 that prohibited banks from refusing loans to gun manufacturers.
EnergyTexas Oil and Gas Companies Adopt Environmental Policies as State Combats Fossil Fuel Divestment Practices
Brad JohnsonApril 12, 2022
Some Texas oil and gas producers have leaned into calls for Environmental, Social, and Governance policies, adopting them into their day-to-day operations and decision making.
Elections 2022EnergyThree Remaining Railroad Commission Candidates Pitch Oil and Gas Executives
Brad JohnsonMarch 31, 2022
The two challengers, one Republican and one Democrat, hope to unseat incumbent Wayne Christian who is seeking his second term.
EnergyBlackRock President Denies Accusations of Fossil Fuel Divestment at Texas Oil and Gas Convention
Brad JohnsonMarch 29, 2022
The company is currently being evaluated for allegedly promoting fossil fuel divestment policies by the state's top fiscal officer.
EnergyStatewide NewsTaxes & SpendingAt Least 19 Financial Companies May Be Boycotting Fossil Fuel Says Texas Comptroller
Brad JohnsonMarch 16, 2022
The first round of letters was sent out to companies that the comptroller identified to have oil and gas divestment policies.
FederalCruz, Cornyn Criticize White House Response to Russian War Against Ukraine
Daniel FriendMarch 16, 2022
The Texas senators criticized the White House for its foreign policies leading up to and amid the ongoing Russian war against Ukraine.
EnergyFederalU.S. House Approves Rep. Lloyd Doggett’s Bill to Ban Russian Energy Imports
Daniel FriendMarch 10, 2022
A Texas member’s legislation to ban energy imports from Russia was approved by the House with large bipartisan support.
Energy costs are soaring in Texas and throughout the world after a long period of cheap oil and gasoline prices.
Elections 2022EnergyBeto O’Rourke Sued for Defamation by Natural Gas Company CEO Over Claims of Bribery
Brad JohnsonMarch 8, 2022
O'Rourke has repeatedly accused Abbott of taking bribes from energy companies after the 2021 winter storm.