Forecasting long-term power demand | Where do we go from here?
Historical factors and trends are becoming less descriptive of future power demand. The growing pace of electrification and electric vehicle (EV) adoption are changing the power demand dynamics. At the same time, more customers are installing behind-the-meter (BTM) generation to take control of their energy destiny, which lowers net demand for the grid. One must […]
How to stay on top in a hot M&A market – Tips for small & mid-sized operators
Texas summers aren’t the only thing breaking heat records right now – the M&A market saw some big deals in 2Q23. According to the Enverus Intelligence Upstream M&A Review, more than $24 billion transacted from about 20 deals for an average deal size of over $1 billion through the quarter. This peak was driven by […]
Long-duration energy storage | The hurdles ahead
Energy storage is gaining traction as an essential component for maintaining load-generation balance in the modern electricity market. Viewed as a promising solution to a widespread challenge, long-duration energy storage (LDES) may be the key to counteracting the pitfalls of variable renewable power generation, especially as we look toward the industry’s aspiration of a zero-emission […]
Could a new form of concrete be a key to the energy transition?
Researchers at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) have developed a new material using ubiquitous materials – cement and carbon black – that could form the basis for a novel energy storage system, the university reported. The researchers published their findings July 31 in the peer-reviewed journal Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences. The […]
Navigating energy transition investments: A guide for private equity companies
The global energy landscape is undergoing a significant transformation, driven by the imperative to mitigate climate change and transition to a more sustainable future. As the world shifts towards cleaner and renewable energy sources, private equity companies are presented with a unique opportunity to invest in the energy transition. However, evaluating the success of such […]
Direct lithium extraction could be key to unlocking domestic supply
With the IEA’s projection of a 1,300%-5,100% increase in lithium demand by 2040 because of the growing battery market for electric vehicles and power storage, lithium spot prices have surged nearly eightfold since 2020 to $35,000 per tonne of lithium carbonate equivalent (LCE). High lithium demand and high prices have caused a land grab in […]
Analyst takes: Top energy shifts to be aware of in August
As August commences, it’s the perfect time to examine last month’s energy landscape. The Enverus Intelligence® | Research (EIR) team has studied the essential trends and developments, offering perceptive analyst opinions that can support sound business decision-making. By remaining current, you’ll be poised to benefit from prospective energy opportunities in 2023. Explore further to gain […]
Will midstream limit CCUS development?
XOM’s recent acquisition of DEN for nearly $5 billion firmly places the buyer and its low carbon solutions business as a leader in carbon capture, utilization and storage (CCUS). Its dominant position is even more apparent in southern Louisiana where DEN was very active in securing midstream partnerships and storage sites around its Green and […]
Valaris to finally buy long-waiting drillships amid 90%+ utilization
Valaris Ltd. will issue $350 million in 8.375% senior secured second-lien notes due 2030 as it prepares to buy two newbuild drillships currently in South Korean shipyards, more than 10 years, two mergers and one bankruptcy after the rigs were originally ordered. The offshore driller will exercise its option to buy both rigs with a […]
Reliably run end-of-day processes with Modern Commodities data in MarketView
In a rapidly shifting industry like oil and gas, every second spent grappling with data is a potential opportunity loss. Time spent tracking down, gathering and processing a myriad of data sources takes away from time that could be spent on analysis of data trends and pricing, and streamlining your end-of-day processes. This is why […]