ONG Report: U.S. Gas Rigs Rise to Meet New Demand as Europe Faces "Energy Emergency"

U.S. Gas Rigs Rise to Meet New Data Center Demand

A Tale of Two Energy Grids: Your 4 Key Takeaways This Week

Scotland Declares a National "Oil and Gas Emergency": The new Scottish Tory leader has declared a national "oil and gas emergency," warning that declining investment in the North Sea and significant policy uncertainty are putting the region's energy security at risk. This move highlights the growing tension across Europe as governments struggle to balance climate targets with the practical, immediate need for reliable energy.

OKC Data Center Proposal Raises Power Grid Concerns: A new proposal for a massive data center in Oklahoma City is drawing concerns from the local planning commission. Officials are worried the facility could put a significant strain on the existing power infrastructure, underscoring a growing national conflict between the rapid, AI-driven tech boom and the capacity of local grids to support it.

U.S. Natural Gas Rig Count is Climbing: In a bullish sign for the U.S. energy sector, the natural gas rig count is climbing again, marking one of the strongest rebounds of the year. Analysts report that a combination of lower drilling costs and firming demand signals ahead of winter is fueling renewed interest and activity in key basins.

Natural Gas is the Critical Backbone of the U.S. Grid: The data center story is critical because, as the industry tidbit notes, natural gas now supplies nearly 40% of all U.S. electricity—up from just 20% two decades ago. This solidifies its role as the nation's most essential bridge fuel, uniquely capable of providing the 24/7 reliable power required by the new surge in AI and data center growth.