Please join Peoples Company for "The Power of Energy Management: Unleashing Potential" webinar series with special guest speaker Craig Kaiser, President & Co-Founder at LandGate.

On January 20, 2025, President Donald Trump initiated his second term with a series of executive actions aimed at reshaping U.S. energy policy. These decisions marked a significant departure from the previous administration's focus on renewable energy and climate change mitigation.

This holiday season, energy sources of all kinds come together like the perfect holiday mix—each playing a vital role in making our celebrations merry and bright. Oil, gas, and renewables may seem like they’re competing on Santa’s energy list, but they work hand in hand to keep the holidays powered, warm, and sustainable. Together, they’re the ultimate holiday energy blend, ensuring families across the country enjoy a season filled with light, warmth, and joy.

Artificial intelligence (AI) is revolutionizing industries across the United States, driving innovation and efficiency like never before. However, this rapid integration of AI technologies comes with a significant impact on energy demand. As AI-powered applications become more prevalent—from data centers to autonomous vehicles—their energy consumption is increasing at an unprecedented rate. Understanding how AI influences energy demand is critical to addressing its challenges and seizing opportunities for a sustainable energy future.

Please join Peoples Company for the latest installment of our webinar series "The Power of Energy Management: Unleashing Potential" with speakers Buford Boyd Pollett, Jackson Frailey, Anna Buongiorno, and Matt Autry.

The U.S. Energy Information Administration (EIA) provides comprehensive analyses and projections of the nation's energy landscape. Recent reports highlight significant trends and forecasts across various energy sectors, reflecting the dynamic nature of energy production, consumption, and policy in the United States.

For savvy investors seeking to diversify their portfolios and defer capital gains taxes, the IRS 1031 exchange provides an excellent opportunity. For qualified transactions, one of the lesser-known yet advantageous investment options for a 1031 exchange is mineral rights. Here’s why more investors are turning their attention underground, quite literally, by exchanging them for minerals.

Battery energy storage systems (BESS) are revolutionizing the way we generate, store, and use energy. As the world shifts towards renewable energy sources, these systems are becoming a critical component in ensuring a stable and reliable energy supply. BESS not only help manage the variability of renewable energy but also play a vital role in creating a resilient and efficient power grid.

Horizontal drilling technology has revolutionized the oil and gas industry, unlocking previously inaccessible reserves and dramatically increasing production efficiency. This advanced method involves drilling vertically to a predetermined depth and then gradually curving the wellbore to extend horizontally through the targeted oil or gas reservoir. The process, although complex, offers numerous advantages over traditional vertical drilling, making it a cornerstone of modern petroleum extraction.

The Midwest region of the United States, known for its expansive farmlands and agricultural heritage, is becoming a powerhouse for renewable energy development. This transformation is driven by the region's abundant natural resources, technological advancements, and supportive policy frameworks. In this article, we explore the current landscape of renewable energy in the Midwest, focusing on wind and solar power, and the benefits and challenges associated with this green revolution.

The energy sector is undergoing a transformative period marked by significant investments in renewable energy alongside continued robust investment in oil and gas. Understanding these investment trends is critical for stakeholders, policymakers, and the public, as they shape the future of energy supply, economic growth, and environmental sustainability.

The Pacific Northwest stands as a beacon of environmental stewardship, and renewable energy plays a pivotal role in amplifying its positive impacts. With its lush forests, abundant rivers, and stunning coastlines, the region embodies a natural harmony that renewable energy technologies complement.

Please join Peoples Company for the latest installment of our webinar series "The Power of Energy Management: Unleashing Potential" with speakers Kayla Rowan, Mike Greczyn, Robert Wilson, and Blake Singleton.

Earlier this month OPEC+ announced it intends to continue production cuts through the second quarter of 2024. This announcement left forecasters at the EIA scrambling to adjust the Short-Term Energy Outlook stating, “We now forecast significantly less global oil production than world oil consumption through the first half of 2024, requiring draws on world petroleum stocks (inventory). Stock draws tend to increase oil prices.”

As of 2024, natural gas commodity prices have exhibited a dynamic and fluctuating trend influenced by various factors. One significant driver of prices has been the global demand-supply dynamics. Increased demand for natural gas, particularly in emerging economies, has contributed to upward pressure on prices.

Community solar is a transformative and inclusive approach to harnessing the power of solar energy for the benefit of local communities. This innovative concept allows individuals who may not have the means or ability to install solar panels on their own properties to access clean and renewable energy.