Emissions

OPINION: This One Climate Myth Is What’s Causing Energy Prices to Rise

Rising energy prices are the result of a long-deferred reckoning with the myth of an “easy energy transition.” For years, climate advocates marketed decarbonization as smooth, quick, and cheap, while ignoring trade-offs and infrastructure constraints.

Sep 09, 2025

Permian Basin methane emissions drop over 50% as new tech takes hold

The Permian Basin’s oil and gas industry has slashed methane emissions intensity by more than 50% between 2022 and 2024, according to a new S&P Global Commodity Insights analysis.

Jul 24, 2025

Oil and Gas Sector Leads 2024 U.S. GHG Emissions Drop

In 2024, US greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions fell slightly, declining by 0.2% while the economy grew by 2.7%. The oil and gas sector led the way, slashing emissions by 3.7% despite record production due to reduced methane emissions intensity.

Jan 09, 2025

The Real Reason Billion-Dollar Disasters Like Hurricane Helene Are Growing More Common

While the number of costly natural disasters has risen in the past 40 years, researchers say this trend is driven by societal factors such as increased development in hazard-prone areas, rather than climate change.

Oct 24, 2024

A Utility Promised to Stop Burning Coal. Then Google and Meta Came to Town.

Burgeoning demand for the electricity needed to power AI data centers is forcing utilities to reconsider plans and weigh tradeoffs.

Oct 12, 2024