Tag: Energy

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  Trump’s Middle East Pivot? (w/ Greg Priddy)

  Trump’s Middle East Pivot? (w/ Greg Priddy) President Donald Trump’s Gulf trip in May 2025 offered more than just photo ops and billion-dollar deals; it signaled a shift in America’s posture toward the region. From flashy personal business signings to a notable departure from the Bush-era “freedom agenda,” Trump’s visit drew regional praise for its

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  EU Assessments of the Iberian Blackout

  On April 28, Spain lost roughly 60% of its electricity generation capacity in less than five seconds. The blackout shut down critical infrastructure including transportation and communications networks, stranded travelers, and caused other widespread disruptions, some of which lasted for days. Officials continue to investigate what might have produced the blackout. So far, it does

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  Korea’s Energy Crossroads (w/ Chinho Park)

  Korea’s Energy Crossroads (w/ Chinho Park) Korea’s energy sector is at an inflection point—one shaped by deepening nuclear cooperation abroad, the Trump administration’s tariffs, and a presidential transition in Seoul. These developments could reshape not only Korea’s domestic energy mix but also its role in international LNG markets, global clean tech supply chains, and joint

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  Is America’s Nuclear Renaissance in Trouble? (w/ Jennifer Gordon)

  Is America’s Nuclear Renaissance in Trouble? (w/ Jennifer Gordon) A wave of optimism has surrounded the U.S. nuclear energy sector in recent years, but that momentum now faces mounting headwinds. Canceled data center projects, a shaky economic outlook, and uncertainty over tariffs have raised new questions about whether America’s nuclear renaissance can stay on track.

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  Is Russia Under Pressure?

  Since 2014, the United States and its allies have provided increasing military support to Ukraine while imposing more and tougher economic sanctions on Russia, especially since Russia launched its February 2022 invasion. Notwithstanding their starkly different approaches and stated goals, the Biden administration and the Trump administration have each framed these measures as components of

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