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No Apologies: Oil & Gas CEO Challenges ‘Ridiculously Hypocritical’ Policies Of North Face
Chris Wright, CEO of Liberty Energy Inc., launched a campaign criticizing what he calls North Faces hypocritical anti-oil stance. Wright continues to be a vocal champion of oil in an industry that often shrinks from defending its products.
November 03, 2022
Increased U.S. Coal-Fired Power Production Leads To Solid Third Quarter For Peabody Energy
Peabody Energy, which operates three Powder River Basin thermal coal mines, reported its Wyoming operations were in the black by $38 million as rail shortages eased and power plants built up stockpiles.
Greg JohnsonNovember 03, 2022
Energy Watchdog Group Compiles List Of 125 Actions Biden Has Taken Against Oil Industry
President Biden blames American oil companies and the Ukraine war for high energy costs but the American Energy Alliance outlined 125 actions that Biden has taken against the oil industry that they say is responsible for skyrocketing prices.
November 02, 2022
Where’s The Promised Support For Wyoming’s Coal Workers?
As Wyomings coal industry declines, many promises have been made about providing support for displaced workers in the industry. After years of being passed over, small gains are being made to address their needs.
November 02, 2022
With No Federal Govt. Involvement, Gold Mine West Of Cheyenne Could Be Operational By 2025
Without any federal land or federal bureaucracy to worry about, the CK Gold Project is trimming years off the permitting process and could begin mining by 2025.
November 02, 2022
Wind, Solar, EVs Are Going To Take A Huge Increase In Mining & The World Isn’t Ready For It
A 2021 energy report estimates that wind and solar projects will require 500% to 700% more minerals compared to building a natural gas power plant. And the world's mining industry isn't remotely close to an increase of that much.
November 01, 2022
Biden Threatens New Tax On ‘War Profiteering’ Oil Companies
President Biden on Monday threatened to enact a windfall tax if oil companies dont reduce the price at the pump.
November 01, 2022
Monitoring Workers A Growing Trend, But Wyoming Researcher Finds It Often Backfires
A University of Wyoming researcher studying workplace monitoring gave participants a series of tasks as well as an opportunity to cheat. Those who had been told they would be watched were more likely to cheat their employers than those who didnt know they were being monitored.
Renée JeanOctober 31, 2022
Homeowners Outside Of Cheyenne Have First Tesla Roof In Wyoming
Chris and Shayla Roberts are the first owners of a Tesla Roof in Wyoming. It often produces more power than the home uses, and the couple gets credit for surplus energy that goes back to the grid.
October 31, 2022
Dems Call For Nationalization Of Oil And Gas To Protect Planet From ‘Climate Apocalypse’
Nationalizing the U.S. oil and gas industry used to be a fringe idea. Now, it's being promoted by some more mainstream Democrats, urging the government to take it over -- all in the name of "saving the planet."
October 28, 2022
Wyoming May Be Home For Up To Five More Nuclear Reactors
PacifiCorp and TerraPower are initiating a joint study to evaluate the feasibility of building five more Natrium reactors by 2035, in addition to a planned reactor in progress in Kemmerer.
October 28, 2022
Will Deregulation California-Proof Wyoming Electricity Providers?
As Wyoming lawmakers consider islands of deregulation for power customers, an energy advisor said Thursday that deregulation was a common thread for states with the highest-priced electricity.
October 27, 2022
Arch’s Wyoming Coal Mines Has Great 3rd Quarter But Still Has Plans To Shut Everything Down
Arch Resources posted its third quarter results for fiscal year 2022 on Thursday, which shows its operations in the Powder River Basin did well, but company executives say the long-term outlook is bleak.
October 27, 2022
Texas Company Asks EPA To Allow Disposal Of Fracking Wastewater Into Aquifer Near Pavillion
A Texas-based oil and gas company is seeking EPA approval to inject wastewater from fracking oil and gas wells into a deep aquifer near the town of Pavillion, arguing the aquifer is too deep to be used as a drinking water source.
October 26, 2022
With Rail Strike Looming, Wyoming Has The Coal To Ship But Can’t Get Enough Trains
The demand for coal has risen and Wyoming coal producers can significantly increase production but they can't get the trains to carry it. "The market is there if Wyoming could just get it out on trains," the governor's office said.
October 26, 2022
Construction Of 150 Megawatt Solar Farm Outside Of Cheyenne Likely To Begin In March
A California company is moving ahead with a 150-megawatt solar farm outside of Cheyenne. It is expected to create 182 temporary construction jobs.
October 25, 2022
PacifiCorp: In Reversal, Wyoming Coal Now Secondary To Wind And Solar
A PacifiCorp representative on Monday said coal-fired generation is now taking a back seat to wind and solar.
October 24, 2022
Barrasso: Strategic Petroleum Reserve Was Built For National Energy Crisis Not Democrat Election Crisis
Sen. Barrasso blasted President Biden for releasing another 15 million barrels of oil from the Strategic Petroleum Reserve. He said, "The surest way to bring down energy prices is to unleash American energy production.
October 21, 2022
New Wyoming Transmission Line Will Bridge National Grids Together
A planned transmission line originating in Wyoming will bridge together the separate national grids in the United States, creating a more reliable and affordable grid while opening up new markets for electrical producers.
October 20, 2022
Wyoming Residents Should Expect Much Higher Heating Costs This Winter: “This Year Will Be Brutal”
For those who heat with natural gas, this year will be brutal, according to the latest Winter Fuels Outlook report.
October 18, 2022
Internet Company Entering Wyoming Market Says 1GB Is Minimum Speed, 10GB For Business
With Wyoming lagging near last in the U.S. in available internet speeds and service, Bluepeaks aggressive plan is building out high-speed fiber-to-home networks around Wyoming and other Western and Midwestern states.
Renée JeanOctober 18, 2022
Off-Grid: Wyoming Doctor Powers Home, Charges Tesla With Wind and Solar
In response to a Cowboy State Daily story last week, Cheyenne's Dr. Jason Bloomberg said the Nissan Leaf isn't a good example of what electric vehicles can do. He said his Teslas have a far greater range and take a shorter time to charge. (He lives off-the-grid too).
October 17, 2022
Energy Expert: Opposition To Wyoming Wind and Solar Will Grow
With one exception, Wyoming wind and solar projects havent yet generated much local opposition, but thats likely to change as those industries build out more and larger operations in the Cowboy State.
October 17, 2022
Legislature Approves Draft Bill That Could Give Wind And Solar Companies A Break On Taxes
The Wyoming Legislature has approved draft legislation that could give wind and solar companies a break on their taxes.
Leo WolfsonOctober 15, 2022