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Clean Energy Fuels Corp.

CLNE

Energy & Utilities

1w

Regulatory Impact of the 45Z Production Tax Credit and Legislation

Management emphasized that the legislation's recognition of negative emissions from manure is a key factor in their strategic growth and project development.
The company is actively developing multiple dairy RNG projects, with several operational and others under construction, aiming to produce RNG by the end of 2025.
The legislation's extension and strengthening are viewed as a positive tailwind for the company's long-term growth in RNG production and environmental impact.

Green Plains Inc.

GPRE

Energy & Utilities

1w

Progress and Impact of Carbon Capture Infrastructure

Recent policy changes, notably the 'One Big Beautiful Bill Act' signed into law on July 4, extended the 45Z tax credit, improving CI by 5-6 points and easing feedstock sourcing restrictions.
The company is actively engaged in negotiations for monetizing carbon credits, with preliminary discussions indicating strong potential to realize anticipated credit prices.
The start-up of the carbon capture project is expected to unlock consistent cash flows, positioning the company for a transformative earnings impact in 2026.

Riley Exploration Permian, Inc.

REPX

Energy & Utilities

1w

Impact of Infrastructure Challenges on Production and Mitigation Strategies

Natural gas processing issues in New Mexico caused well shut-ins and deferred oil production, but the impact on revenue was minimal as oil revenue is the primary driver.
Disruptions are timing issues rather than well performance problems, presenting opportunities for midstream and power projects aimed at improving flow assurance.
The company is advancing midstream and power generation projects, including compressor station expansions, to mitigate future infrastructure constraints and support stable production.

Select Energy Services, Inc.

WTTR

Energy & Utilities

1w

Strategic Growth in Water Infrastructure with Long-term Contracts

Signed several new long-term agreements for large gathering, recycling, distribution, and disposal projects in the Northern Delaware Basin.
Added approximately 60,000 acres of leasehold dedication and 385,000 acres under right of first refusal agreements.
Contracts encompass full water cycle including gathering, recycling, disposal, and distribution.
Contracts support expansion of recycling facilities and pipeline infrastructure.
Expectation of 20% YoY growth in water infrastructure revenue in 2026, building on double-digit growth in 2025.

Crescent Energy Company

CRGY

Energy & Utilities

2w

Operational Excellence and Record Production Achievements

Crescent posted record production of 263,000 barrels of oil equivalent per day, exceeding expectations.
Operational savings driven by increased efficiency in drilling and completions, with well costs reduced by approximately 15% in key basins.
Strong well performance and capital efficiencies contributed to outperforming key metrics and reaffirming full-year outlook.

Chesapeake Utilities Corporation

CPK

Energy & Utilities

1w

Financial Performance Summary

Adjusted earnings per share (EPS) for Q2 2025 increased 21% year-over-year to $1.04, marking the fourth consecutive quarterly increase following the Florida City Gas acquisition.
Adjusted gross margin rose 13% to approximately $143 million, driven by investments in transmission and distribution infrastructure, organic growth, and regulatory initiatives.
Adjusted net income increased 26% to approximately $24 million compared to Q2 2024.
Depreciation and amortization expenses increased by $0.14 per share, reflecting the absence of RSAM-related depreciation expense reduction this quarter compared to last year.
Regulated segment adjusted gross margin grew 14% to about $118 million, with operating income up 28% to approximately $52 million.
Unregulated Energy segment's adjusted gross margin increased 7% to approximately $25 million, supported by Marlin Virtual Pipeline services and Full Circle Dairy RNG production.

New Jersey Resources Corporation

NJR

Energy & Utilities

2w

Significant Investment and Regulatory Progress in Utility and Clean Energy Projects

NJR raised its full-year guidance and increased CapEx projections driven by utility investments, advanced projects through the CEV pipeline, and regulatory progress.
Reported robust investment at New Jersey Natural Gas under the SAVEGREEN program, with a 30% increase in 2025 capital projections to $90-$95 million.
Advancement of the CEV pipeline, with 63 MW placed into service so far in 2025, and a pipeline of 131 MW scheduled for the next two years, representing $350 million of investment.

Ormat Technologies, Inc.

ORA

Energy & Utilities

1w

Long-term Capacity Targets and Market Demand Outlook

Ormat maintains its 2028 capacity target of 2.6 to 2.8 GW, supported by exploration and project development.
Strong demand for renewable energy, especially for data centers and AI, underpins growth projections.
The company expects to add 148 MW from geothermal and solar projects by 2026.
Multiple projects are under development, with 385 MW of energy storage capacity planned.
Market demand and policy tailwinds reinforce confidence in achieving long-term growth objectives.

NRG Energy, Inc.

NRG

Energy & Utilities

1w

Long-term Data Center Power Agreements Validating Growth Strategy

Announced 295 MW retail power agreement with data center operator, initial 10-year term with options to extend to 20 years.
Pricing above target range midpoint with protected margins, operations expected to reach full capacity in 2030.
Active efforts to expand agreement to 500 MW with a long-term path to 1 GW across additional sites.
Over 4 GW of joint development agreements and LOIs with multiple data center sites.
Natural gas turbines reserved for future development supporting long-term data center contracts.
Highlights the strategic importance of data center demand for growth and recurring cash flow.

Duke Energy Corporation

DUK

Energy & Utilities

2w

Financial Performance Summary

Duke Energy reported adjusted earnings per share (EPS) of $1.25 for Q2 2025, up from $1.18 in Q2 2024, driven by top-line growth across Electric Utilities.
Electric Utilities and Infrastructure segment EPS increased by $0.10 year-over-year due to new rates in Carolinas, Florida, and Indiana, partially offset by higher O&M and interest expenses.
Gas Utilities and Infrastructure results were flat year-over-year, consistent with seasonal trends in the LDC business.
The company is on track to achieve its 2025 EPS guidance range of $6.17 to $6.42 and maintain a long-term EPS growth rate target of 5% to 7% through 2029.
The Other segment declined by $0.02 primarily due to higher planned interest expense.