Engineered Geothermal Systems: Quest for Scalable Low-Carbon Baseload
Learn how engineered geothermal systems deliver scalable, low-carbon baseload power and why they matter for energy transition and grid reliability.
The Week in Energy – Jan. 30, 2026
Beacon starts Zephyrus, Matador expands in the Delaware, ExxonMobil markets a major Eagle Ford package, Kinder Morgan sells assets, and Boardwalk adds storage capacity.
E&P mega-mergers return with Devon’s $26 billion Coterra Buy

Devon Energy’s $26B acquisition of Coterra signals a return of mega E&P mergers, reshaping the Permian with multi-basin scale, synergies and growth.
Relive the Innovation: Top 10 Breakout Sessions from Enverus EVOLVE 2025 – A Glimpse into EVOLVE 2026
The energy industry is in constant motion, and staying ahead means embracing innovation, leveraging data, and connecting with the brightest minds. Enverus EVOLVE has consistently been the premier gathering for energy professionals seeking to do just that. As we look forward to EVOLVE 2026: Shaping the Future: Pioneers in Energy Innovation from May 4-6, 2026, at the […]
Back to Reality | PJM Revises Peak Load
PJM lowered its summer peak demand outlook to 160 GW from 164 GW, marking a meaningful shift from the more aggressive load trajectory it adopted in 2024.
Beyond Fixed Pricing: Why Flexible Contract Models Are Becoming Essential for Oil & Gas
In today’s upstream operations, pricing is rarely as simple as a fixed rate. Market volatility, supply constraints, labor dynamics, and regional variations make it increasingly difficult to manage service and material costs through static contracts. Most operators already acknowledge this in practice: their paper agreements often include variable rates tied to fuel indices, rig counts, […]
The Week in Energy – Jan. 23, 2026
This week’s energy headlines were shaped by a landmark Haynesville acquisition, early stage shale consolidation talks, expanding refined products connectivity to the West Coast, a major commercial reset in the Permian and new momentum for Gulf Coast LNG.
The Hidden Weak Points in Owner Data Security — and How to Close Them
Discover the overlooked vulnerabilities in owner data workflows—from ACH updates to revenue distribution—and learn how layered identity verification and proven security at scale help upstream operators protect owners, prevent fraud, and maintain audit‑ready controls.
Precision Power Forecasting: Enverus Nails December Peaks as Arctic Air Drives Load Spikes
In mid-December 2025, a powerful winter storm accompanied by an Arctic cold outbreak affected much of the central and eastern United States between December 13–15. A strong surge of frigid air spread southward from Canada, producing widespread below-zero temperatures (°F) and heavy snowfall in several regions. The storm system brought significant snowfall across the Midwest, […]
Vistra Doubles Down on Data Centers
Vistra (VST) is wasting no time in 2026, positioning itself as a highly viable solution to the grid’s “reliability gap.” By acquiring 5.5 GW of dispatchable gas assets via a $4.7B Cogentrix deal, VST has secured its spot in constrained markets like PJM and ISO-NE.