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Articles Tagged with ''energy development''

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Digging Deep: The Future of Water Wells, Mining, and Geothermal in an Era of Climate Reckoning

John Oldani
John Oldani
August 29, 2025
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There’s an old saying in the industry: “If you want to understand the world’s future, look underground.” That’s never been truer than it is today.


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Trump Administration Orders Sudden Halt to Nearly Completed Offshore Wind Project

The project, known as Revolution Wind, is being developed by Danish energy giant Ørsted.
National Driller staff
The Driller Staff
August 26, 2025
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The stop-work order, while framed as temporary, adds an element of regulatory unpredictability that could discourage future infrastructure development and delay innovation


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Thermal Energy Networks

What Drillers Need to Know about Thermal Energy Network Policy in 2025

As the market meets policy and grows in response, we look forward to an enriched, continued partnership with drillers.
Ania Camargo Cortés Jess Silber-Byrne
August 15, 2025
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The One Big Beautiful Bill Act (H.R. 1) will eliminate the 25D clean energy tax credit at the end of 2025. Here's what drillers need to know.


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Path to nuclear energy independence

DOE Taps Standard Nuclear for First U.S. Advanced Reactor Fuel Pilot Program

It Begins Rebuilding Nuclear Fuel Supply Chain, Reducing Foreign Dependence
National Driller staff
The Driller Staff
August 5, 2025
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Both pilot programs are central to the administration’s nuclear strategy, which positions next-generation reactors as key assets in national security and energy independence.


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Could Blackouts Increase 100‑Fold by 2030? DOE Says It’s Possible

The U.S. Department of Energy is sounding the alarm on our electric grid.
National Driller staff
The Driller Staff
July 23, 2025
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Retiring traditional power sources like coal and natural gas without putting firm replacements in place, just as new demands—especially from AI data centers—are skyrocketing, sets us up for trouble.


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An image of a sunset, wind turbines, and solar panels.

"Wind and Solar Subsidies Are No Longer Worth It"

Critics push back at bold comments made by Energy Secretary
National Driller staff
The Driller Staff
June 30, 2025
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Wright criticizes wind and solar for their unpredictability: they only generate electricity when the wind blows or sun shines—not necessarily when demand peaks


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An image of a nuclear plant

Nuclear Comeback? DOE Fast-Tracks New Reactors

And a Big Restart in Michigan
National Driller staff
The Driller Staff
June 25, 2025
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The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) just made two big moves that could reshape the future of nuclear energy in America.


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Zeldin's Alaska Tour Sparks Debate Over Energy Future

EPA Administrator Lee Zeldin just wrapped a whirlwind, week-long tour across Alaska
National Driller staff
The Driller Staff
June 10, 2025
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Zeldin kicked off the trip in Alaska’s oil-rich North Slope before heading south to Anchorage, Whittier, and the remote village of Chenega.


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Acquisition of a drilling company

DEME Acquires 50% Stake in BAUER Offshore Technologies

Strengthening Offshore Wind Capabilities
National Driller staff
The Driller Staff
June 5, 2025
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The deal includes an option for DEME to acquire the remaining 50% stake within the next five years, indicating a long-term commitment to expanding its offshore wind capabilities. 


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someone holding a shale rock

The U.S. Shale Boom Hits a Wall

Industry Leaders Warn of Peak Production
National Driller staff
The Driller Staff
June 4, 2025
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The U.S. shale oil industry, once the driving force behind America's energy independence, is showing signs of slowing down.


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