In this episode of the Energy News Beat Daily Standup, the host, Stuart Turley covers the collapse of U.S. solar companies amid rising interest rates, the growing risks of EV battery disposal, and OPEC’s failure to meet output promises—raising concerns for oil prices and investors. He also highlights civil unrest in Los Angeles as a potential national security threat and supports a Maryland mayor opposing offshore wind farms to protect local tourism and ecosystems. Packed with insight on energy markets, clean tech pitfalls, and bold political commentary—this episode is a must-listen for anyone tracking U.S. energy policy and global implications.

Highlights of the Podcast 

00:00 - Intro

01:27 - Solar Bankruptcies Show US Clean Energy Industry Is on the Edge of a Financial Cliff

04:18 - The Uglier side of Electric Vehicles: disposing of the EV batteries.

07:14 - OPEC+ Falls Short on Output Promises: Implications for Oil Prices, U.S. Investors, and Global Energy Markets

09:51 - The LA Unrest Poses A Pressing National Security Threat To The US

13:03 - Court-challenged wind project off Maryland cleared to start construction

15:09 - Outro

Please see the links below or articles that we discuss in the podcast.

Solar Bankruptcies Show US Clean Energy Industry Is on the Edge of a Financial Cliff

The Uglier side of Electric Vehicles: disposing of the EV batteries.

OPEC+ Falls Short on Output Promises: Implications for Oil Prices, U.S. Investors, and Global Energy Markets

The LA Unrest Poses A Pressing National Security Threat To The US

Court-challenged wind project off Maryland cleared to start construction.

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