Letter from the Managing Editor (Summer 2025)
Following the energy sector lately largely resembles a roller coaster ride. While the straight runs and some curves on the track provide a welcome feeling...
Articles by Nick Vaccaro
U.S. Oil Refineries Face Critical Capacity Test Amid Rising Demand
Although the current domestic political regime appears to be more oil and gas-friendly than its predecessor, American oil refineries are entering a period of uncertainty....
Meeting Emergency Preparedness and Response Criteria
Significant capital investments and ingenuity matched with commitment serve as the framework for operating oil and gas assets offshore. Whether populating the deep waters of...
Farmers Voice Opposition Against Renewable Power Transmission Project
by Nick Vaccaro
The Green Energy movement took another blow with U.S farmers rallying to publicize opposition to a wind and solar farm project slated to receive up...
SwissDrones Brings Grid Resilience Solution to the Energy Sector
by Nick Vaccaro
As power demand skyrockets, the energy sector continues to scramble to maintain the current state of the electrical grid while also taking steps to fortify...
Israel’s Attack on Iran Triggers Market Uncertainty
by Nick Vaccaro
Israel responded to Iran’s threatening nuclear program with a barrage of attacks. As a result, the global stock market plummeted while oil prices simultaneously surged....
“Big Beautiful Bill” Overshadows Enel’s U.S. Renewable Plans
by Nick Vaccaro
The Italian energy mogul, Enel, entered into an agreement with Gulf Pacific Power to expand its renewable energy portfolio in the United States that includes...
DOI Takes Steps to Improve Oil and Gas Leasing
The Department of Interior (DOI) previously released its “FY 2022-2026 Strategic Plan”. It highlighted its commitment to supporting responsible energy production while maintaining a balance...
Engineering Progress: A case study from Wanqiu Chen’s way of Modernizing Utilities Through Smart Capital Program Management
by Nick Vaccaro
A civil engineer explains the role of women in saving millions, improving wildfire readiness, and redefining leadership in the high-stakes world of utility infrastructure. In...
Louisiana LNG Project Heats Up with Woodside Energy Supply Agreement
by Nick Vaccaro
The LNG market within Louisiana has been a hotbed of activity, spanning new construction projects and turnaround work for existing infrastructure. Maintaining that theme, Woodside...