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Exxon CEO Plans Layoffs, Underscores Faith in Fossil Fuels
Exxon Mobil Corp. plans to lay off an unspecified number of employees as low oil prices force the company to delay major projects, Chief Executive Officer Darren Woods said in an email to staff.
Woods also mounted an extensive defense of fossil fuels, calling them a “higher purpose” that aids global prosperity at a time when European peers are looking at renewables as the future.
“These are difficult times,” Woods said in the message, the text of which was released by the company Wednesday. “We are making tough decisions, some of which will result in friends and colleagues leaving the company.”
The oil behemoth’s job cuts are just the latest sign of struggle among U.S. energy producers navigating the industry’s worst downturn in recent memory. This week two high-profile mergers were announced as explorers seek to gain scale and cut costs to survive the devastating impact of Covid-19 on global demand for fuel. Many have succumbed to bankruptcy.
Exxon’s stock has plunged 52% this year and the company all but ended its aggressive, $30 billion-a-year counter-cyclical growth strategy. The company was forced to slash its capital spending budget by a third, or $10 billion, after crude dropped to the lowest in a generation. Rivals such as BP Plc and Chevron Corp. have also announced large layoffs in recent weeks.
“Our plan is to continue to stage project execution and spending,” Woods said. “Making the organization more efficient and more nimble will reduce the number of required positions and, unfortunately, reduce the number of people we need.”
But Woods was clear that the cutbacks are not a sign that his faith in oil and gas is in any way diminished. Fossil fuels will remain about half of the global energy mix by 2040 and often provide the most cost-effective pathway to development in poor countries, especially those in Africa and Asia, Woods said.
“We often talk of companies having a higher purpose,” he said. “Well, I can think of no higher purpose than helping people and communities around the world grow in prosperity and achieve their aspirations for a better life through affordable energy.”
Most of Europe’s large energy companies have adopted aggressive targets to become carbon neutral by mid-century, in part involving big investment in wind, solar and battery storage. Exxon, under Woods, won’t be taking this course. Renewables on their own are not enough to solve climate change, according to Exxon, which claims to be focusing on novel technologies in partnerships with universities and start-up businesses.
“Today’s alternatives don’t consistently offer the energy density, scale, transportability, availability — and most importantly — the affordability required to be widely accepted,” he said.
The stance appears to be at odds with a growing trend this year. Just last month China pledged to be carbon neutral by 2060, a shift that would set into motion a drop in oil and gas consumption, according to government-affiliated researchers. The EU is aiming to reach neutrality across all greenhouse gases by 2050. California announced a new plan to end the sale of gasoline-powered cars by 2035.
Significant investments are needed by oil and gas companies such as Exxon to meet projected long-term consumption, Woods said.
“This is a compelling investment case for the industry and our company — and is foundational to our long term strategies and plans.”
LOS MEJORES ARTISTAS DEL MOMENTO SORPRENDIERON CON EMOCIONANTES ACTUACIONES MUSICALES
MIAMI– 21 de octubre del 2020 – Los Premios Billboard de la Música Latina 2020, la premiación más prestigiosa de la música, sorprendieron hoy con una emocionante exhibición de actuaciones musicales y lanzamientos mundiales. Una lluvia de estrellas de talla internacional como Ozuna, Maluma, Black Eyed Peas, Pitbull y Daddy Yankee desfilaron por el escenario para deleitar a la audiencia con sorpresivas actuaciones y colaboraciones. La premiación que fue transmitida en vivo por Telemundo, se emitió simultáneamente en el canal de cable hispano de entretenimiento Universo y a través de las Américas por Telemundo Internacional desde el BB&T Center en Sunrise, Florida.
Applications Now Open for Build Up Houston Executive Education Program
HOUSTON – The City of Houston is seeking applicants for the sixth cohort of Build Up Houston, a no-cost executive education program designed to increase the capacity of a small business. The program is offered by the Office of Business Opportunity (OBO) in partnership with Interise.
While Build Up Houston has focused on the construction industry since its inception in 2015, it is expanding to include businesses in hospitality, restaurants and retail. The 7-month program is set to begin in February 2021, and business owners are invited to attend an informational session from 6-7:30 p.m. on Thursday, Oct. 22. Click here to register for the event.
“Build Up Houston is an opportunity for small business owners to gain valuable insight on how to scale and grow their operations even in uncertain times,” said OBO Director Marsha E. Murray. “They will utilize an award-winning curriculum, receive mentorship from industry experts, and analyze real-world case studies, including their own businesses. When they graduate from Build Up Houston, participants will have created a 3-year strategic growth plan, which can help take their businesses past this pandemic.”
To qualify for Build Up Houston, a business must be:
- Certified as a small business with the City of Houston
- Operating for a minimum of two years
- Have a minimum of two employees
- Have minimum annual revenue of $150,000
Tropical Storm Epsilon Forms, No Threat To Texas
What is the danger?
Tropical Storm Epsilon has formed in the central Atlantic and the 26th named storm of the 2020 Atlantic Hurricane Season. According to the National Hurricane Center Epsilon is currently moving west-northwest, and may intensify as it continues northwest in the middle of this week. Epsilon could intensify to hurricane strength as it approached Bermuda. Epsilon will not impact Texas.
What you should do:
Hurricane Season does not end until November 30th. While Tropical Storm Epsilon will not impact Texas, you should still take time to make sure you and your family are prepared.
MAKE A PLAN
- Review your family’s emergency plan, including what you will do if you stay or if you evacuate.
- Remember to take into account that social distancing is still needed for COVID-19.
- If you live in an evacuation zone (Zip Zone) and will need assistance evacuating for a storm that threatens our region, now is the time to call 2-1-1 or go online to register for assistance.
- As we move into to peak hurricane season, homeowners and renters should contact their insurance agent about purchasing flood insurance. Remember, flood damage is not covered by most homeowners or renters policies. Take action now to ensure that your home and contents are protected by enrolling in the National Flood Insurance Program. Go to https://www.floodsmart.gov/ for more information.
3 dead, 1 critical after fight and shooting at Midtown club
HOUSTON, Texas.- Three men died and one is in critical condition after a shooting Tuesday night at a club in Midtown, police said.
It happened around 9:45 p.m. at DD’s Sky Bar, in the 1700 block of Gray Street near Chenevert.
The club was packed for a “mic check” show, a performance with DJs, singers and producers whom the crowd judges.
Police say there was a fight on the second floor of the club, where at least two people pulled out guns and shot into the crowd.
A man named 07 Finesse says he heard shots right before he was set to perform.
“Seven to 10 gunshots. So we all started ducking down. After the gunshots stopped, we all got up, and I just seen dead bodies just on the ground. I stared one right in the face. Scariest stuff I’ve ever seen in my life,” 07 Finesse said.
When officers arrived, they found four people who had been shot. Three men died at the scene.
The fourth person was rushed to the hospital. He’s expected to survive.
Police believe there were at least two shooters, but so far, no arrests have been made.
Officials are checking surveillance video. The shooting remains under investigation.
Mayor’s Office of Cultural Affairs invites Houstonians to sign-up for the Music Friendly Community Workshop
HOUSTON – The Mayor’s Office of Cultural Affairs (MOCA) and the Texas Music Office are co-hosting the live virtual Music Friendly Community Workshop for people interested in learning about the state’s new Music Friendly Community designation program.
The designation program seeks to foster music industry development in Texas cities and communities that are serious about attracting and developing local music industry growth.
“Houston is home to over 1,400 businesses in the music industry and more than 3,500 working musicians,” said Mayor Sylvester Turner. “Our City prides itself on its strong historic music roots and is home to many current top performing musicians. Houston is always open for business and welcomes the opportunity of being a Music Friendly Community.”
A community workshop is part of the process to secure the Texas Friendly designation certification. The City’s virtual workshop will feature Chip Adams, Community Relations & Outreach Specialist of the Texas Music Office in the Governor’s Economic Development and Tourism Division. Adams will provide details and answer questions about the designation program.
Last year, the Texas music industry, with support from the Texas Music Office, generated $23.4 billion in economic revenue and created more than 209,000 jobs in communities across the state.
The virtual workshop is scheduled for Monday, October 26, at 6 p.m., via Microsoft Teams. To access the workshop, please visit @HoustonMOCA Facebook events https://fb.me/e/dqwDNuCew or contact Necole.Irvin@houstontx.gov.
For more information about COVID-19 related emergency funds or the Mayor’s Office of Cultural Affairs, visit houstontx.gov/culturalaffairs. You can also follow MOCA on Facebook and Instagram @HoustonMOCA.
SEMANAL | El clásico Seattle-Portland por FOX Deportes
El clásico Seattle-Portland se prende y el primer lugar en el Oeste está en juego
Los acérrimos rivales, Seattle Sounders FC y Portland Timbers, están actualmente igualados en puntos (31 pts.) en la cima de la clasificación de la Conferencia del Oeste. Por lo que el partido entre ambas escuadras el domingo será una batalla intensa, pues el liderato en la clasificación del Oeste está en juego y, por ende, la ventaja de localía en los playoffs (10:30 pm ET, FS1 / FOX Deportes).
Seattle ha comandado el primer puesto de la Conferencia del Oeste desde el 10 de septiembre y el seleccionado estadounidense, Jordan Morris , ha mantenido al club en la cima gracias a sus ocho goles y siete asistencias. La marca combinada de 15 tantos y pases de gol del jugador formado en la academia de los Sounders de 25 años, lo igualan en el tercer lugar de la liga en esta temporada. Asimismo, el mediocampista uruguayo, Nicolás Lodeiro , continúa prosperando en Seattle y en lo que va del año, suma cinco goles y ocho asistencias, lo que los ubican en el tercer puesto de más pases de gol en la temporada.
Mientras tanto, las cosas podrían estar cambiando a favor del campeón del Torneo Especial MLS is Back, Portland Timbers, que han agarrado impulso y no conocen la derrota hace ocho partidos. Los Timbers, de la mano del director técnico venezolano Giovanni Savarese, son el único club de la MLS con cuatro jugadores que suman al menos cinco goles en lo va de la temporada. El seleccionado estadounidense de 23 años, Jeremy Ebobisse, lidera al club con ocho goles y su aporte ofensivo tiene a Portland en segundo lugar con la mayor cantidad de goles (38) en la liga esta temporada.
¿Se mantendrá Seattle firme e inamovible del primer puesto o logrará Portland decir “quítate tú pa’ ponerme yo”?
Llegó la hora de conocer a los mejores juveniles de la MLS en lista previamente encabezada por Davies, Almirón, Rossi
El ranking anual de MLSsoccer.com de los mejores jugadores jóvenes de la MLS regresa el miércoles. La serie, 22 Under 22 presented by BODYARMOR, contará una vez más con los 22 mejores jugadores menores de 22 años, según la votación de un panel de expertos.
Los 22 mejores jugadores de la MLS menores de 22 años al final de la temporada regular de 2020 (es decir, 21 o menos antes del 8 de noviembre), se revelarán el miércoles a través de Twitter a partir del mediodía ET (puestos 11-22), y continuará el jueves (posiciones 1-10). La revelación de los 10 mejores futbolistas el jueves se llevará a cabo a las 12 p.m. ET.
Los aficionados tendrán la oportunidad de votar para quiénes creen que son los mejores jugadores menores de 22 años por Twitter e Instagram.
Varias estrellas internacionales notables y productos de academias nacionales han encabezado la clasificación en años anteriores, incluyendo Diego Rossi (2019) de LAFC, la exestrella de Vancouver Whitecaps FC, Alphonso Davies (2018), y el exmediocampista de Atlanta United, Miguel Almirón (2017).