(Nippon and US Steel, 3.Jan.2025) â Nippon Steel Corporation and United States Steel Corporation issued the following statement on US President Joe Bidenâs decision to block their proposed transaction. We are dismayed by President Bidenâs decision to block Nippon Steelâs acquisition of US Steel, which reflects a clear violation of […]
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US judge halts Biden administration’s pause on LNG permits
WASHINGTON, DC (By Reuters, 1.Jul.2024, Words: 350) â A federal judge on Monday dealt President Joe Biden’s climate agenda a setback by blocking the Democrat’s administration from continuing to pause the approval of applications to export liquefied natural gas (LNG). U.S. District Judge James Cain in Lake Charles, Louisiana, sided with 16 Republican-led […]
US Election Could Decelerate Energy Transition
(Wood Mackenzie, 16.May.2024) â The Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (IIJA) of 2021 and the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) of 2022 catapulted the US to global leadership in decarbonisation. But a victory for former President Donald Trump in the November 2024 election, combined with long-standing issues around the US relationship with […]
Bidenâs Gas Export Review has Uncertain Consequences
(The Hill, 30.Jan.2024) â President Bidenâs pause on gas export projects may not have significant impacts by itself, energy analysts say. But the changes heâs making to underlying gas project reviews could have implications for global gas supply and climate change, depending on whether gas projects face higher risks of being rejected. The Biden […]
Biden-Harris List Top Climate Accomplishments
(Energy Analytics Institute, 28.Jan.2024) â US President Joe Biden said 28 Jan 2024 on X, formerly Twitter, that âclimate action offers an opportunity for the nation to come together and do some really big things.â Some of the top climate accomplishments to date of the Biden-Kamla Harris term follow, according […]
Leaders on Biden-â Harris Pause on Pending Decisions of LNGÂ Exports
(The White House, 27.Jan.2024) â This week, the Biden-Harris Administration announced a temporary pause on pending decisions for exports of Liquefied Natural Gas (LNG). During this period, the Department of Energy will evaluate the impacts of LNG exports on energy costs, Americaâs energy security, and climate change â the existential threat of […]
Biden-Harris Earmark $254mn to Decarbonization
(DOE, 25.Jan.2024) â In support of President Bidenâs Investing in America agenda, the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) announced $171mn for 49 projects across 21 states to reduce industrial greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions and accelerate the development of innovative decarbonization technologies. DOE also announced that applications are open for an $83mn […]
Tice Family on Release of US Prisoners from Venezuela
(National Press Club, 21.Dec.2023) â Following is a statement via the National Press Club from the family of long-detained journalist Austin Tice, on the release of 10 imprisoned Americans in a prisoner swap with Venezuela. “The news of the release of the US hostages from Venezuela is uplifting and encouraging. No doubt a joyful […]
Venezuelan Oil Sanctions Relief at Risk as Court Suspends Opposition Primary Results
(S&P Global, 30.Oct.2023) â The Supreme Court of Justice (TSJ) in Venezuela ordered the suspension of the results of the opposition’s primary elections which was claimed to be won by MarĂa Corina Machado, and proclaimed as presidential candidate of the opposition, a decision that could put the relief of US […]
US to Ease Sanctions on Venezuelan Oil for Freer Presidential Election
(The Washington Post, 16.Oct.2023) â The Biden administration and the government of Venezuelan President NicolĂĄs Maduro have agreed to a deal in which the U.S. would ease sanctions on Venezuelaâs oil industry and the authoritarian state would allow a competitive, internationally monitored presidential election next year, according to two people […]
Biden-â Harris Administration Announces Regional Clean Hydrogen Hubs
(The White House, 13.Oct.2023) â Today, President Biden and Energy Secretary Jennifer Granholm are announcing seven regional clean hydrogen hubs that were selected to receive $7bn in Bipartisan Infrastructure Law funding to accelerate the domestic market for low-cost, clean hydrogen. Advancing clean hydrogen is essential to achieving the Presidentâs vision […]
Venezuela Seeks a Deal with Biden as Colombia Summit Begins
(NewsWeek, 25.Apr.2023) â As a multinational conference commences in Colombia, Venezuela is looking to make progress in talks not only with the country’s political opposition, but also the United States, three years after Washington backed efforts to oust President NicolĂĄs Maduro, Newsweek has learned. This includes a proposed deal that could bring […]
Biden to Discuss Venezuela Sanctions with Colombia’s Petro
(Reuters, 19.Apr.2023) â President Joe Biden will discuss Venezuela in wide-ranging talks with Colombian President Gustavo Petro on Thursday, including U.S. willingness to further ease sanctions on the OPEC nation only in return for concrete steps toward free elections there, a senior administration official said. Previewing the leaders’ first meeting, […]
Biden-â Harris Administration Advances Cleaner Industrial Sector
(The White House, 8.Mar.2023) â Today, the Biden-Harris Administration announced new actions to grow American competitiveness, expand manufacturing jobs, and reduce greenhouse gas emissions from the industrial sector, which includes production of steel, aluminum, chemicals, and concrete, and currently contributes nearly one-quarter of U.S. emissions. These actions will boost the already historic […]
Biden Visits Kyiv to Reaffirm US Commitment to Ukraine
(Energy Analytics Institute, 20.Feb.2023) â Today, President Biden is in Kyiv to reaffirm Americaâs unwavering commitment to Ukraineâs democracy, sovereignty, and territorial integrity, The White House announced 20 Feb. 2023 in a Twitter post. The United States of America will stand with the Ukrainian people for as long as it […]
Biden-Harris Administration Invests Over $84mn in 36 Drought Resiliency Projects
(Bureau of Reclamation, 23.Dec.2022) â The Department of the Interior today announced a $84.7mn investment from President Biden’s Bipartisan Infrastructure Law to help 36 communities throughout the West prepare and respond to the challenges of drought. The selected projects will help bring clean, reliable drinking water to communities across the West through […]
UK and US Reveal New Energy Partnership
(UK Prime Ministerâs Office, 7.Dec.2022) â The UK and US will work together to increase energy security and drive down prices, as part of a new energy partnership. Highlights: PM and President Biden create a new high-level bilateral group to focus on energy security, efficiency and affordability The venture will […]
OPEC+ Deepens Support for Saudi Call to Weigh Supply Curbs
(Bloomberg, 24.Aug.2022) â OPECâs united front on possible action grew stronger, as more nations endorsed Saudi Arabiaâs view that supply curbs may be needed to stabilize world oil markets. Within 48 hours of comments from Saudi Arabian Energy Minister Prince Abdulaziz bin Salman that OPEC might have to curtail production, fellow […]
Are Talks Over Detained Americans Slowing the Fight for Democracy in Venezuela?
(CNN, 16.Aug.2022) â A growing number of US citizens are being detained in Venezuela — and though exactly how many is unknown, the detentions could give authoritarian leader Nicolas Maduro leverage in frosty relations with Washington. Since 2019, the US and dozens of other countries around the world have said they do […]
ExxonMobil Statement Regarding President Biden Letter to Oil Industry
(ExxonMobil, 15.Jul.2022) â ExxonMobil released the following statement in response to a letter from President Biden. We have been in regular contact with the administration to update the President and his staff on how ExxonMobil has been investing more than any other company to develop U.S. oil and gas supplies. […]
Biden and Abbas Hold Joint Press Event in Bethlehem
(The White House, 15.Jul.2022) â What follows are remarks from a joint press statement by US President Joe Biden and President Abbas of the Palestinian National Authority. PRESIDENT ABBAS: (As interpreted.) Formidable President Biden, we welcome you as a dear guest of Palestine, in the city of Bethlehem, the cradle […]
Remarks by President Biden at East Jerusalem Hospital Network Event
(The White House, 15.2022) â The following are remarks by US President Joe Biden made at an East Jerusalem Hospital network event. THE PRESIDENT: My name is Joe Biden. I am Jill Bidenâs husband. (Laughter.) She has been here twice before me. And before I begin, Iâd like to say […]
NRGBriefs: Bidenâs Middle East Trip, Sasol’s Force Majeure
(Energy Analytics Institute, 14.Jul.2022) â Energy briefs including US President Joe Biden continues meeting with world leaders in the Middle East as part of his tour of the region; and US-based Occidental to host second quarter 2022 conference call on 3 August 2022. MIDDLE EAST Israel — US President Joe […]
The White House Previews Day Two of Bidenâs Middle East Trip
(The White House, 13.Jul.2022) â The following details come from The White House briefing room regarding a background press call previewing day two of the US President Joe Bidenâs trip to the Middle East MODERATOR: Good evening, everyone. Apologies for our delay in this, and we appreciate everyoneâs flexibility and bearing […]
NRGBriefs: PDVSA Vassa Closure; IGUâs 2022 World LNG Report
(Energy Analytics Institute, 6.Jul.2022) â Energy briefs including the closure of PDVSA Vassa, formerly Venoco, leaving nearly a thousand workers in uncertainty; and the release of the International Gas Union (IGU) 2022 World LNG Report. NORTH AMERICA US
Open Letter to Joe Biden Regarding Venezuela
(Energy Analytics Institute, 14.Apr.2022) â Representatives of the Venezuelan private sector and civil society as well as US government representatives sent an open letter to President Joe Biden regarding the Venezuelan crisis, US policy toward Venezuela, and Venezuela’s humanitarian emergency, amongst other issues. What follows is the complete open letter […]
Bidenâs Team is Divided Over New Talks About Oil with Maduro in Venezuela
(Miami Herald, 12.Apr.2022) â Divisions within the Biden administration over whether to continue talks with President NicolĂĄs Maduro in Venezuela have deepened since a senior U.S. delegation met with him in Caracas last month, U.S. and Venezuelan opposition sources familiar with the discussions told McClatchy and the Miami Herald this […]
Americans Will Need More Than an Increased Release of Oil Reserves to Tackle Energy Crisis
(FN Media Group, 6.Apr.2022) â In response to rising gas prices, the Biden administration has announced it will release 1 million barrels of oil per day from reserves. At its core, the government’s plan is to increase domestic production, starting with 1 million barrels per day this year, and nearly 700,000 barrels per […]
If Biden Wants to Lower Gas Prices, he Should Talk to Guyana | Opinion
(Miami Herald, 23.Mar.2022) â President Biden recently sent a team of senior U.S. officials to Caracas for talks with Venezuelan dictator NicolĂĄs Maduro about a possible oil deal to help bring down gas prices in America. But Biden should instead be sending his envoys to a Venezuelan neighbor that could […]
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Washington-Caracas talks driven by 3 factors: Datanalisisâ Luis Vicente LeĂłn says [video]
CARACAS, VENEZUELA (Piero Stewart, Energy Analytics Institute, 18.Mar.2022, Words: 242) â Talks earlier this month between a delegation from Washington and Venezuelaâs President NicolĂĄs Maduro related to 3 issues, according to Datanalisisâ Luis Vicente LeĂłn, who spoke in a video for HispanoPost via Twitter. Excerpts from his post (see video […]
Meeks Statement on US Delegation to Caracas
(House Foreign Affairs Committee, 9.Mar.2022) â Representative Gregory W. Meeks, Chair of the House Foreign Affairs Committee, issued the following statement in response to reports that a delegation of senior Biden administration officials traveled to Venezuela to meet with President NicolĂĄs Maduro: âI congratulate the Biden Administration on a successful […]
US President Biden on the Return of American Detainees from Venezuela
(The White House, 8.Mar.2022) â Tonightâtwo Americans who were wrongfully detained in Venezuela will be able to hug their families once more. We are bringing Gustavo Cardenas and Jorge Fernandez home. Cardenas was arrested in 2017 as part of the so-called CITGO-6, and he has endured five years of hardship […]
US To Release Oil From Strategic Reserve
(WoodMac, 24.Nov.2021) â On 23 November, US President Biden announced the release of 50 million barrels (mbbl) of crude oil from the US Strategic Petroleum Reserve (SPR). Wood Mackenzie vice president Ann-Louise Hittle said: âOf the release, 32 mbbl is a loan for delivery by end-April next year. The […]
Biden Stole Trumpâs Foreign Policy
(New York Times, 6.Oct.2021) â When President Donald Trump in 2020 signed a trade deal with China after years of escalatory tariffs, then-presidential candidate Joe Biden blasted the agreement. âChina is the big winner of Trumpâs âphase-oneâ trade deal with Beijing,â Biden said after the agreement was finalized. He wasnât alone. Many trade experts […]
Central America’s Private Sector Plays A Big Role In Corruption, Too
(World Politics Review, 27.Jul.2021) â The word corruption tends to evoke images of self-dealing politicians and bureaucrats, and for good reason. In Central America, graft is so endemic among public officials that it constitutes a âroot causeâ of out-migration from the region, according to U.S. President Joe Bidenâs administration. But […]
US Rejects Maduro’s Call For Biden To Lift Venezuela Sanctions
(Bloomberg, 20.Jun.2021) â President Joe Bidenâs administration rejected Nicolas Maduroâs call for relief from U.S. sanctions, saying the Venezuelan leader needs to do more toward restoring democracy before penalties would be lifted. Maduro, a target of crippling U.S. sanctions under former President Donald Trump, reached out to Biden in an […]
Biden’s Venezuela Policy In Holding Pattern As Maduro Outlasts Pressures
(S&P Global, 18.Jun.2021) â After Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro outlasted the Trump administration’s maximum sanctions pressure, US President Joe Biden will have to decide whether to offer Venezuela limited sanctions relief or more, amid calls from the left in Congress for humanitarian relief. An easing of some sanctions would only […]
Venezuela President Maduro Talks Sanctions, Economy: Transcript
(Bloomberg, 18.Jun.2021) â Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro spoke to Bloomberg TVâs Erik Schatzker in an exclusive interview in Caracas at the Miraflores presidential palace. The comments have been translated from Spanish. Q: Venezuela, a country of extraordinary resources and a rich history, has been a relevant player in global dialogue […]
The Biden Administration And Venezuela
(CFR, 9.Mar.2021) â On March 8, the Biden administration gave the first real insight into its Venezuela policy, and the news was a mixture of good policy, politics, and nonsense. The good policy was the announcement of Temporary Protected Status (TPS) for Venezuelans already in this country. That means the […]
Iran Activates Game Plan For Oil Comeback In 2021
(Platts, 9.Feb.2021) â Emboldened by the change in US presidency, Iran is pushing more oil onto the market, even as sanctions remain in place, as it looks ahead to a full return to the global oil market as demand recovers from the pandemic. Preliminary estimates suggest that Iran many have […]
US Secretary Of State Antony J. Blinken Press Briefing
(US State Department, 27.Jan.2021) â Remarks to the Press from US Secretary of State Antony J. Blinken from the Press Briefing Room in Washington, DC. MR PRICE: Good afternoon. Welcome back to the briefing room, to your briefing room. Weâll be spending quite a bit of time together starting very […]
Fact Sheet: Biden’s Climate Crisis Executive Actions
(The White House, 27.Jan.2021) â Biden-Harris Administration Commits on Climate Change â Creating Jobs, Building Infrastructure, and Delivering Environmental Justice Today, President Biden will take executive action to tackle the climate crisis at home and abroad while creating good-paying union jobs and equitable clean energy future, building modern and sustainable […]
US May Restore Venezuela Diesel Swaps, Ease Waiver
(Argus, 20.Jan.2021) â The new US administration is considering whether to reinstate Venezuelan crude-for-diesel swaps and ease a key sanctions waiver, but policy reversals alone would not be enough to meaningfully revive the Opec country’s oil production after years of neglect. At his senate confirmation hearing yesterday, secretary of state […]
Trump Hits Venezuela With Sanctions
(AP, 19.Jan.2021) â The Trump administration issued a parting shot at Venezuelan President NicolĂĄs Maduro on Tuesday, announcing a sweeping round of stiff financial sanctions that target a network accused of moving oil on behalf of the presidentâs alleged frontman. In a sign of future U.S. policy toward Venezuela, President-elect […]
Entities Look To Press Biden On Venezuela Fuel Swaps
(Reuters, 18.Jan.2021) â Representatives of fuel suppliers to Venezuela, importers of Venezuelan oil and advocacy groups said this month they plan to press the incoming administration of U.S. President-elect Joe Biden to reverse a ban on crude-for-diesel swaps. The Trump administration since the last quarter of 2020 has barred companies […]
EU Commission President On US Election
(Energy Analytics Institute, 6.Jan.2021) â EU Commission President Ursula von der Leyen comments on US elections and recognition of Joe Biden as the next US president. âI believe in the strength of US institutions and democracy. Peaceful transition of power is at the core,â Leyen said in a post 6 […]
Biden To Seek Talks With Maduro Regime
(Bloomberg, 18.Dec.2020) â President-elect Joe Bidenâs advisers are preparing to negotiate with Nicolas Maduroâs regime in Venezuela in an effort to end the Western Hemisphereâs worst economic and humanitarian crisis, according to three people familiar with the matter. The Biden administration intends to push for free and fair elections, offering […]
Biden White House Faces A Rising China
(Reuters, 14.Dec.2020) â Donald Trump was clear with Latin America during his four-year administration: donât do business with China. The message failed to hit home. As President-elect Joe Biden readies to enter the White House on Jan. 20, Beijing has tightened its grip over vast swathes of the resource-rich region […]
Biden Presidency To Reset US Sanctions Focus
(Argus, 14.Dec.2020) â Washington’s failure in the past two years to force regime change in Caracas by means of severe sanctions gives the incoming US administration of president-elect Joe Biden an opportunity to try a more diplomacy-focused approach. Biden’s policy goal for Venezuela â ensuring a free and fair election […]
Venezuela Eyes Oil Reform And Dialogue With US
(Reuters, 3.Dec.2020) â Venezuela’s ruling Socialist Party would consider reforming the country’s oil law if it retakes control of the legislature after the Dec. 6 election, Nicolas Maduro Guerra, son of the country’s president and a candidate for congress, said on Thursday. Maduro Guerra, 30, also said the government was […]