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Japan – a resource constrained, island economy that has long been challenged by its lack of natural resources. Japan is a major importer of food supplies, basic commodities, and especially energy resources including coal, oil and liquefied natural gas (LNG). … Continue reading
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Rising oil prices have had significant negative impact on the global economy, according to new economic research. As oil prices approach historical highs, the global economy may suffer from another “price shock,” warns Dr. Minqi Li, associate professor of economics … Continue reading
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Tagged Fossil Fuels, Investments, Oil, OPEC, Traditional Energy
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“Given the limited reserves of oil in the Member States, the EU is a net importer of crude oil,” reports the European Commission. Given the high energy dependency amongst many EU member nations, higher oil prices may be a serious … Continue reading
When thinking about the world’s interlocking food, energy, debt and security challenges, it is vital to recognize the importance of China. It is also important to take note of the current strengths and weaknesses in the world’s largest economic blocs: doing … Continue reading
Did you know that the largest source of oil imports to the United States comes not from Saudi Arabia, Venezuela or Russia, but from Canadian oil sands? Following Saudi Arabia and Venezuela, the oil sands of northern Alberta, Canada are … Continue reading
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The latest Energy Bulletin from the Post Carbon Institute discusses “Energy and water – the real blue-chips” and important implications for investors: “The two most important natural resources are water and energy.” “In most cases, each is required to procure … Continue reading
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Tagged * Global Fund Exchange, Coal, Energy, investing in water, natural gas, Oil, Water
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According to the latest International Energy Agency (IEA) data, the world’s demand for oil is slowing at a time when supplies are modestly increasing. The world registered a zero increase in demand for the month of June and 100,000 barrels … Continue reading
The production of renewable energy in the United States has now surpassed nuclear , reports the Energy Information Administration (EIA) in its latest Monthly Energy Review. During Q1 2011, renewable energy sources such as solar, wind, hydropower and biomass/biofuels contributed … Continue reading
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Tagged Clean Energy, low-carbon energy systems, Nuclear, Oil, Solar, Traditional Energy, United States
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The automobile industry is looking beyond conventional gasoline towards a natural gas future. General Motors, the United States auto giant, has announced plans to develop its first engine to run on liquefied natural gas, joining a group of other smaller … Continue reading
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The Organization of Petroleum Exporting Countries (OPEC) met earlier this month and for the first time in two decades, failed to reach an agreement on oil production targets. The June meeting in Vienna collapsed in disarray, with long-time Saudi Oil … Continue reading
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