Crimea Invasion Rekindles American Gas Export Debate
By exporting more natural gas, America could help make its allies less dependent on Russia.
Energy
German Green Energy a Failure, Studies Show
Germany competitiveness is undermined by green energy laws that do little to reduce greenhouse emissions.
German Green Energy Policy Drives Ally into Russia’s Embrace
Unreliable green energy from Germany is hurting Dutch companies.
Turning Away from Europe, Hungary Seeks Russian Nuclear Power
Opposition lawmakers criticize the growing dependence on Russian energy.
Libyan Defense Threatens to Sink Oil Tanker at Rebel Port
Federalists in eastern Libya intend to ship oil independently unless their demands are met.
Libyan Berber Militia Shuts Undersea Gas Exports to Italy
Militants block natural gas exports to pressure the central government into recognizing their heritage.
American Natural Gas Exports Would Stabilize Prices Worldwide
Opponents of exporting American natural gas fear it will drive up prices at home, but that’s not necessarily a bad thing.
Britain’s Cameron: Opposition’s Energy, Land Proposals “Nuts”
The Conservative says his opponent’s proposals remind him of Labour’s 1983 “suicide note.”
Chinese Leader Follows Silk Road, Signs Energy Deals
Central Asia, rich in oil and gas, is of critical importance to China’s growth strategy.
China to Harness Godly Power for Clean Energy Future
To wean itself off dirty coal, China plans to build its first prototype thorium power plant within five years.
Obama Administration Should Greenlight Natural Gas Exports
Nineteen different proposals for exporting natural gas are inexplicably awaiting approval from the Energy Department.
China, Europe Resolve Solar Panel Imports Dispute
China will be able to continue to sell its solar panels cheaply but won’t be allowed more than half a market share.
Caspian Pipeline “Victory” for Italy, Possibly Russia
Azerbaijan’s choice for the Trans Adriatic Pipeline over Nabucco is good news for Southern Europe.
Greece Shouldn’t Get Respite After Failed Gas Company Sale
Greece should hasten efforts to privatize other companies rather than ask for even more time.
Argentina Might Lead Wave of Resource Nationalism
Other countries could be inspired by Argentina’s expropriation of an oil firm.