Crude oil, often referred to as “black gold,” is a naturally occurring resource that, in its raw form, has limited use. Through the refining process, this valuable commodity is transformed into essential fuels and products that power modern life, earning it the nickname “energy gold.” In this month’s DAC Energy Monthly we look at the basics of the refining process.
As the U.S. searches for new ways to meet the energy needs of a growing economy, there’s recently been more attention paid to expanding the use of nuclear energy – as both a way to supply the electrical power necessary to meet demand from artificial intelligence (AI), data centers, and the reshoring of manufacturing, while still helping the U.S. achieve its goal of zero net carbon emissions by 2050.
Natural gas liquids, or NGLs, are used to make many items we use every day. But what are NGLs and where do they come from? We discuss this and the current energy markets by the numbers in our latest Energy Monthly…
INSIGHTS OF THE MONTH He Said, She Said: A Comparative of Presidential Candidate Energy Policies As we head into the final week of the current…
Throughout history, innovations in energy production have sparked significant shifts in industries and economies. In our August 2024 Energy Investor Monthly, we examine the rapid advancements in renewable energy and how these innovations mirror the changes seen in previous industrial eras. By exploring current trends in energy transition, we assess the potential impacts on today’s oil markets and the broader global economy.
Throughout history, whales have had a variety of commercial uses and were very important to many local economies, similarly to crude oil today. In our April 2024 Energy Investor Monthly, we explore this history and prior energy transitions to surmise how the today’s oil industry and transition may impact our current global economies…
The 2023 United Nations Climate Change Conference was held late last year in Dubai. The convention ended with an agreement that claims the “beginning of the end” of the fossil fuel era. Is it really the end of fossil fuels or just hot air? We’ve summarized key takeaways and provided our outlook of what may, or may not happen…
“It’s been said that “the climate crisis… is the existential threat of our time.” What to do about it will certainly be one of the most complex undertakings we’ll face because hydrocarbons, particularly crude oil, are so intertwined and have a significant impact on our daily lives…
The Merchant Marine Act of 1920, aka “The Jones Act”, requires that all cargo transported within and between U.S. ports be performed by U.S.-owned, built, and operated ships. In our latest Energy Investor Monthly, we review how the current political climate regarding The Jones Act leads us to a more positive outlook for U.S. pipeline and midstream energy infrastructure…
Propane… Is it really “King of the Hill?” Most people are familiar with propane as a fuel for summer barbecues, fall tailgate parties, or the popular animated sitcom King of the Hill. But did you know that propane is a clean and versatile fossil fuel that is an essential petrochemical feedstock for many commercial and industrial applications…