Northern Gateway Pipeline – the road to go or not?
Canada’s Northern Gateway oil pipeline starts its government approval process. Ian McInnes considers the road ahead.
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The International Energy Agency (IEA) has just released its medium-term market report on coal. Giles Crosse investigates the data.
Simulation, utilisation and transformation – the road to innovation
Ian McInnes selects recent examples by innovation in simulation, utilisation and transformation.
Make or break for BP as Deepwater Horizon lawsuits loom?
This year or next should see the conclusion of the many lawsuits are seeking damages from BP for the explosion and subsequent oil spill of the Deepwater Horizon rig. In addition, the US government could also impose a hefty fine on BP and other companies.
China – paradigm shift to shale gas
China’s huge shale gas reserves are currently unexploited but that could change as the country prepares for a shift to shale gas.
Nigeria – Not broke but needs fixing
Nigeria is Africa’s largest oil producer and a major world oil producer. However, despite its hydrocarbon wealth, the country’s socio-economic development remains slow. Ian McInnes explores the issue.
Right products, wrong market access
Although the demand for natural gas is high in many places in the world and Canada has plenty of it, the future for Canadian gas producers does not appear to be particularly bright. Ian McInnes investigates.
Snakes and ladders
Energy companies sometimes get caught in the spotlight of the market and are caught up in a game of investor snakes and ladders where either designation may be unwelcome. Ian McInnes offers examples.
Iraq – promise tempered by risk
Iraq’s energy potential is enormous with proven oil reserves of around 144bn barrels and proven natural gas reserves of 110tnft3. However, will risks outweigh opportunities ?
Exxon predictions
As world leaders struggle to deliver an agreement at COP17 in Durban, Exxon has released sobering predictions on global energy demand.
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