Energy & Environment
Houston’s Economy Will See ‘Moderate’ Growth Without An Oil Rebound
Posted on · “It looks like a pretty dismal outcome, but it’s hardly the end of the world," the IRF's director said
Tag: economics
Engines Podcast
Engines of Our Ingenuity 1419: Another Look at The Plague
Posted on · Episode: 1419 Another way of looking at the 14th century Plague. Today, population reduction by disaster.
Energy & Environment
Government Watchdog Report Says Trump Admin Should Respond To Climate Risks
Posted on · The studies reviewed for the report identified risks that could be of particular concern in Texas
Energy & Environment
West Texas Refinery Set to Break Ground in November
Posted on · A local environmental group is closely watching the plan.
Energy & Environment
Coal Struggles In Texas, Despite Pro-Coal Administration
Posted on · "Rhetoric's one thing, money’s another," said one energy researcher
News
Harvey Contributes to First U.S. Industrial Drop in Months
Posted on · Harvey had at one point impacted almost 30% of the nation's total refining capacity.
Hurricane Harvey
Hurricane Harvey Closes Key Oil, Gas Operations In Texas
Posted on · Prior to Harvey's landfall dozens of oil and gas platforms had been evacuated.
News
Mining Giant’s Exit From Oil Business Will Hit Houston
Posted on · "There is a definite risk to their entire Houston-based business," says a local energy analyst.
Energy & Environment
Houston’s Major Power Company Wants Electric Market Reforms
Posted on · A Texas public utility commissioner describes the discussion as one about "improvements, enhancements and increased efficiency."
News
U.S. Economy Grew At 2.6 Percent In Second Quarter
Posted on · The economy staged a comeback from a tepid first quarter, but still fell short of the turbo-charged 3 percent growth rate promised by the Trump administration.
News
Despite Administration’s Push, Oil Companies Might Not Be Eager for New Offshore Drilling
Posted on · An Interior Department official recently testified about how the administration views "energy dominance" when it comes to offshore drilling.
News
Relocated Exxon-Mobil Jobs Could Impact Woodlands Housing Market
Posted on · One real estate researcher says while Texas has plenty of higher-end homes on the market, lower-end homes are harder to come by.
Energy & Environment
Study: Electric Market Reforms “Delivered What Was Intended”
Posted on · Still, the findings don't mean there's a consensus on whether competition is good for consumers.
Energy & Environment
A Warmer Planet Could Mean Riskier Bets For Outdoor Festivals
Posted on · Increased storm threats are a selling point for insurance companies.
Energy & Environment
Oil Company Shareholders Want Details On Climate Risks
Posted on · The company considers the proposal at a shareholders meeting Wednesday, May 31.