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Energy Musings, May 31, 2022

May 30, 2022 - by G Allen Brooks

Energy Mess Of 2022 Demands A Revised EU Plan
The Changing Face Of The Automobile Industry
Politicians: Read Smil’s New Book About Energy Transition
Random Energy Topics And Our Thoughts
Our Laughs About The Electricity Industry
Economic Reality Of Renewables Keeps Rearing Its Head
Windfall Profits Tax Fever Jumps The Pond

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Energy Musings, May 3, 2022

May 2, 2022 - by G Allen Brooks

Dominion’s Huge Offshore Wind Farm Gets Pushback
Battle Over EVs, Emissions, And Mining
Coal Makes Comeback Upsetting Green Agenda
Thoughts On Various Energy Topics

Energy Musings, May 3, 2022 Read More
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Energy Musings, December 20, 2021

December 18, 2021 - by G Allen Brooks

Assessing The Energy Business In 2021

ISO-NE Says Power Rationing Needed If Colder Winter

Is ESG The Elephant In The Oil And Gas Room?

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Energy Musings, October 12, 2021

October 11, 2021 - by G Allen Brooks

Europe Energy Crisis And Why Renewables Are Not At Fault

Is Stillness A More Serious Problem Than We Thought?

Which Is The Next Coal Mine Canary – Europe Or China?

Energy Musings, October 12, 2021 Read More
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Energy Musings, September 14, 2021

September 13, 2021 - by G Allen Brooks

Climate Narrative Emphasizes The Coming Catastrophes

Global Gas And Coal Markets Say Likely Tight Winter Supply

History Of Hurricanes And Flooding In The Northeast

Energy Musings, September 14, 2021 Read More
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Energy Musings, July 20, 2021

July 19, 2021July 19, 2021 - by G Allen Brooks

Fossil Fuels: Can’t Live With Them; Can’t Live Without Them

EVs Race To The Future Without Considering Reality

Will The Next War Between The States Be Over Electricity?

Thoughts On Current Energy News

Energy Musings, July 20, 2021 Read More
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Energy Musings, July 7, 2021

July 5, 2021 - by G Allen Brooks

Coal Prices Climbing Despite Push For Restrictions
Scarcity To Plenty – What Really Drives Oil Markets
Solar Promise Faces Cost And Supply Chain Issues
Thoughts On Current Energy Market Issues

Energy Musings, July 7, 2021 Read More
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Musings From The Oil Patch, March 23, 2021

March 22, 2021March 22, 2021 - by G Allen Brooks

Clean Energy And Infrastructure Next, But For What Purpose?
Understanding Challenges Facing Power Plants On The Grid
Additional Perspective About The Texas Power Blackout
Survey Reflects Cultural Differences On Climate Solutions

Musings From The Oil Patch, March 23, 2021 Read More

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Musings from the Oil Patch reflects an eclectic collection of stories and analyses dealing with issues and developments within the energy industry that I feel have potentially significant implications for executives operating oilfield service companies.

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Energy Musings, September 14, 2023

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Allen Brooks

Mr. Brooks is a long-time participant in, observer of, and commentator on the energy industry. He has been a Wall Street securities analyst, an oil service company manager, a consultant to energy company executives, a member of the boards of directors of numerous energy companies, and a writer and commentator on energy markets and trends. Mr. Brooks has been writing his highly regarded energy newsletter, Musings From the Oil Patch, which is now distributed by PPHB LP, a boutique oilfield service investment firm, with which he is affiliated.

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