Oil futures experienced a surge, hitting their highest level since October, driven by optimistic demand projections. Phillips 66 announced its $2.2 billion acquisition of EPIC NGL to expand its midstream operations in the Permian region. The market saw significant movement as new hydrogen rules were released, resulting in stock increases for companies like Plug Power, Bloom Energy, and nuclear-energy firms. Additionally, the ease in hydrogen tax-credit regulations allowed some at-risk nuclear plants to participate in clean-hydrogen production. While natural gas stocks benefited from momentum and cold weather, U.S. crude oil stockpiles fell less than anticipated. Green-energy companies altered their approach, emphasizing their ability to meet the increasing energy requirements rather than solely focusing on clean and affordable solutions.