Cramer likes Chevron and Pioneer Natural Resources as energy names
While CNBC's Jim Cramer continues to avoid fossil fuel stocks, there are a few oil names he likes. The " Mad Money " host pointed to Pioneer Natural Resources and Chevron as two energy shares to buy. "I had said that oil was uninvestable," Cramer said Wednesday on "Halftime Report." "These companies have heeded the call. They recognized that their old ways are no good, and they're becoming better corporate citizens." Cramer's comments come a week after activist firm Engine No. 1 won a third board seat at oil giant Exxon . The activist firm has been pushing Exxon to shift away from fossil fuel dependency and embrace a climate change strategy. "Exxon...with that for the directors, I am seriously considering that one is a good stock to own," Cramer said. Barclays on Wednesday reiterated its overweight rating on shares of Chevron.

Jim Cramer on CNBC's Halftime Report. Scott Mlyn | CNBC