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Doug Casey: Uranium Holds Value (04/28/2011)
Worldwide hysteria and the fear factor notwithstanding, Casey Research Chairman Doug Casey still considers nuclear power "by far the safest, cheapest and cleanest form of mass power generation." Sharing his views in this Energy Report exclusive on the eve of a sold-out Casey Research Summit in Boca Raton, Florida, Doug says power generated from wind, sun, the tides and other alternative sources are "very nice special applications but don't work economically unless they're subsidized."
Oil Rises to 31-Month High (04/28/2011)
"Oil and gas futures surge as dollar weakens."
Lithium Slows Development of Alzheimer's (04/28/2011)
"Study shows the rate of decline among patients on lithium was significantly less."
Marcellus Shale: An Energy Bright Spot (04/28/2011)
"The commodity boom will create recession-resistant economic strength. . .and it's all thanks to hydraulic fracturing."
EPA to Shed Light on Fracturing Rules (04/27/2011)
"EPA guidance is coming "very shortly," and is meant to clear up rules for natural gas producers."
Gasoline Shortage Looms in Russia (04/27/2011)
"Russian car-owners are seeing petrol stations halt operations across the country."
Obama Wants Oil Producers to Boost Output (04/27/2011)
"His remarks signaled a broad new appeal in the face of skyrocketing U.S. gasoline prices."
U.S. Metro Areas with Dirtiest Air Get Cleaner (04/27/2011)
"The dirtiest U.S. cities are getting cleaner, but half of Americans still live in areas where it's difficult to breathe."
Geothermal Financing Woes Hamper CA Energy Goals (04/27/2011)
"California energy woes highlight need for geothermal project financing."
China to Encourage Uranium Exploration (04/27/2011)
"Country aims to encourage construction, technological development and further prospecting for domestic uranium sources."
Is Peak Coal Coming? (04/27/2011)
"The price of oil isn't the only hydrocarbon going through the roof."
Perfect Power (04/27/2011)
"Clean-energy technologies/companies will become market-embraced killer apps."
Solar Results to Spotlight Italy Turmoil, Costs (04/27/2011)
"Rising material costs and government cuts may upstage first-quarter numbers."
A Battery that Breathes Air (04/27/2011)
"Is it too good to be true?"
Fertilizer Earnings: What's There to Worry About? (04/27/2011)
"The good times are rolling for potash producers, but a few questions remain."
Wind Farm Growth a Windfall for Truckers (04/27/2011)
"Iowa's 593-megawatt wind farm is good news for truckers, as turbine units can total up to nine truckloads apiece."
Reid Eyes End to Big Oil Tax Breaks (04/27/2011)
"The move could add about $4 billion to U.S. coffers."
Brian Uhlmer: Elevated Oil Prices Push Interest in Service Stocks (04/26/2011)
Large oil-drilling projects in the U.S. and abroad, the price of oil and new drilling technologies have brought growth and stability to oil field services and equipment companies. Read why investors are looking at this sector in The Energy Report's exclusive interview with Brian Uhlmer, managing director and senior analyst of Global Hunter Securities' Energy Group.
Oil Trades Near 31-Month High in New York (04/26/2011)
"This will add complexity to trading around the FOMC statement."
Compelling Contrarian Case for Uranium (04/25/2011)
"The amount of energy 1 lb. of U308 creates requires 10.4 barrels of oil."
Fracking: 10 Things Everyone Should Know (04/25/2011)
"New developments like recycling water ease fears about overuse."
More Unions Backing EPA (04/25/2011)
"The EPA's GHG regulation is good for American industries and jobs."
Resistance to Gas Drilling Rises on Unlikely Soil (04/25/2011)
"Even in Texas, public concern about natural gas drilling is growing."
Asia Demands More Energy (04/25/2011)
"Australia's carbon taxes may put a strain on Asian supply."
Oil Profits Likely to Impress (04/25/2011)
"Booming prices are poised to put a firecracker under Big Oil's Q111 earnings, which should rival the industry's record year of 2008."
Medvedev: Russia's Energy Future Nuclear (04/25/2011)
"Economic considerations and concerns for the environment force Russia to build its energy future on nuclear fission."
Installers Hope Geothermal Heats Up (04/25/2011)
"Favorable market conditions and government subsidies fuel the industry's growth."
Families of KY Miners Sue Coal Company (04/25/2011)
"The Dotiki mine had been cited hundreds of times for safety violations."
Will Home Depot Kill the Residential Solar Market? (04/25/2011)
"The entry of big box stores into the market will further legitimize the industry. We haven't even scratched the surface."
Bolivia Seeks Support for Bid to Tap Lithium Reserves (04/25/2011)
"President Evo Morales aims to gauge support for plans to use central bank reserves to fund lithium resource development projects."
North Dakota Potash Tax Looks to the Future (04/25/2011)
"It's a win-win situation."
Taylor MacDonald: Bullish on Unconventional Oil Plays (04/21/2011)
Consumer pain at the pump is a windfall for E&P companies. As old oil and gas fields are exhausted, companies move to new regions where the potential reward may justify the inherent risk. Pathfinder Asset Management Associate Portfolio Manager Taylor MacDonald tells investors where to find new ways to play growing energy demand in this Energy Report exclusive.
Crude Oil Holds Steady (04/21/2011)
"Prices were supported Thursday by the weekly stockpile report."
Lithium-Ion Battery Market to Boom (04/21/2011)
"Rechargeable battery makers are betting on strong growth, from $11 billion last year to $32 billion in 2015."
Solar Panels Boost Home Values (04/21/2011)
"Study shows solar panels pay for themselves in resale value; some homeowners even see profits."
China's EV Tactics Rattle Automakers (04/20/2011)
"Global EV producers operating in China must surrender technology. . ."
Potash Tops 2009 Highs (04/20/2011)
"Dwindling inventories prompted the boost as high crop prices had farmers ramping-up fertilizer applications."
10 Electric Car Charging Stations Open in Hawaii (04/20/2011)
"Another 130 stations will be publicly available next year, and the number of electric vehicles in the state is expected to jump."
A Trillion Reasons to Bet Big on Nat Gas (04/20/2011)
"It's time to make your move."
U.S. Gives Green Light to Cape Wind Project (04/20/2011)
"The controversial Cape Wind project now has every federal permit it needs to start construction."
Justices Skeptical in Emissions Case (04/20/2011)
"Supreme Court justices suggested that recent federal action to slow climate change left no room for separate litigation."
Solar Module Price Could Drop 20% in 2011 (04/20/2011)
"Suppliers are cutting prices in reaction to pullbacks in subsidies and increased production capacity."
Coal Miners Cold on Australia Carbon Tax (04/20/2011)
"Australia's powerful coal industry urged Canberra to 'go back to the drawing board.'"
DOE Invests in New Geothermal Extraction Method (04/20/2011)
"New method could generate baseload geothermal electricity at lower, safer temperatures."
Gulf Drilling Delays Fail to Stem U.S. Oil Flow (04/20/2011)
"U.S. oil production set to rise in 2011, despite GOM drilling delays."
Asia Nuclear Reactors Face Tsunami Risk (04/20/2011)
"Asian plants are located atop the largest tsunami-spawning faults."
Jonathan Lee: Lithium Powers the Green Revolution (04/19/2011)
Demand for lithium, a super-light, yet super-charged metal used in batteries, has been slowly rebounding from a dip in 2009. Main players in the space are planning to expand and new market entrants are on the horizon. But which are poised to benefit if there is a glut in supply? In this exclusive interview with The Energy Report, Byron Capital Markets Battery Materials and Technology Analyst Jonathan Lee reveals his forecast for prices, supply and demand.
Lithium Batteries Power Korea Ahead (04/19/2011)
"Market entry barriers are high because of large investments needed for research and production facilities."
U.S. to Issue Safety Rule on Nat Gas Pipelines (04/19/2011)
"A 2.5M-mile pipeline network crisscrosses the U.S., carrying everything from crude oil to natural gas to refined products."
Libyan Rebel Oil Chief: No Immediate New Oil Sales (04/19/2011)
"Libyan rebels will not sell any additional oil until production resumes from two key fields."
Crude Oil Prices Edge Lower (04/19/2011)
"Oil dropped under $107/barrel as the People's Bank of China moved to tighten lending."
Race Is on for Kazakh Uranium (04/18/2011)
"As global nuclear energy demand grows, countries with uranium reserves are poised to reap enormous economic and political dividends."
Printed Battery Technology Unveiled (04/18/2011)
"New process 'prints' batteries with potential for far more energy storage capacity."
Leading Economies Still Hooked on Coal (04/18/2011)
"Coal utilization is projected to rise in the next 20 years, even as the world debates its use."
Cuba Explores for Oil as U.S. Watches (04/18/2011)
"The U.S. and Mexico have been meeting to strengthen drilling standards, but Cuba has not been part of the talks."
EU Tells Italy to Keep Solar Incentives Stable (04/18/2011)
"Investors fear government will introduce an annual limit on installed photovoltaic capacity, braking sector growth."
Energy-Starved Future Looms (04/18/2011)
"Canada's military drafts four possible scenarios about global energy supplies."
Ag Will Have a Role in Growing Alt Energy (04/18/2011)
"Ag could play a prominent role in U.S. energy production over the next 20 years."
Sector Snap: Energy Firms Seen as M&A Targets (04/18/2011)
"Deals of $8B–$13B could transpire every quarter through year-end 2011."
States Seek Greenhouse-Gas Curbs (04/18/2011)
"Supreme-Court case puts a twist on the debate over climate policy."
Green Architecture Builds Momentum (04/18/2011)
"The green market represented 28%–35% of nonresidential construction in 2010."
Oil Hits 32-Month High as Middle East Unrest Persists (04/18/2011)
"For the remainder of 2011, uncertainty is oil's most reliable aspect."
Unmanned Military Aircraft Get a Boost (04/18/2011)
"Unmanned aircraft may be the next step in developing lithium's full potential."
Brian Ostroff: Conflict Exposes Need for Phosphate Independence (04/14/2011)
There's more to fertilizer than potash, according to Windermere Capital Managing Director Brian Ostroff. He touts the value to be found in phosphate and offers his take on how the unrest in Africa, environmental concerns, global food prices and basic geology drive the phosphate market in this exclusive interview with The Energy Report.
In Memory of John "Jack" Pugsley (04/14/2011)
On behalf of all of us at The Energy Report, we would like to take a moment to recognize the positive contribution made by longtime contributor and friend John "Jack" Pugsley, who passed away on April 8 after a sudden illness. He was a respected newsletter and book author, investment expert and friend. As far back as the 1970s, he has shared his investment insights through publications as diverse as Common Sense Viewpoint and The Stealth Investor.
Crude Oil Edges Toward $108 (04/14/2011)
"Overbought pressures have been substantially reduced. . ."
Higher Phosphate Prices Ahead (04/14/2011)
"North Africa and the Middle East comprise 80% of global phosphate resources."
Germany Backs French Commodity Regulation Plan (04/13/2011)
"France urges G20 nations to support limits on commodities trading positions, allowing for intervention at times of instability."
French Report Backs Shale Gas, Oil Production (04/13/2011)
"French government explores options for alternative energy sources."
Nanofiltration for Better Energy Storage (04/13/2011)
"Nanofiltration membranes enhance the efficiency of vanadium redox flow batteries."
Egypt PM Orders Gas Contract Price Review (04/13/2011)
"Review of all deals could bring additional $3–$4 billion in income for Egypt."
Oil Rigs Turned into Artificial Reefs? (04/13/2011)
"Scientists urge that decommissioned oil rigs be transformed into artificial reefs."
Algae Could Replace 17% of U.S. Oil Imports (04/13/2011)
"Algae can produce 80 times more oil than corn, per hectare."
EU Hopes for Emissions Trading Link with California (04/13/2011)
"EU aims to achieve a global price on carbon with 'linkable, compatible,' systems."
Goldman Sachs Signals End of Oil Price Rises (04/13/2011)
"IEA warns crude is now so expensive it's hitting the global economy."
Tapping Latin America's Lithium (04/13/2011)
"Abundant lithium reserves make Latin America a highly attractive destination for international investment."
Josh Young: Transition Can Deliver Value in E&Ps (04/12/2011)
Portfolio Manager and Founder Josh Young of Young Capital Management (YCM) looks for value in oil and gas exploration and production (E&P) companies. In this exclusive interview with The Energy Report, Josh discusses some of his best ideas—strategies that could well deliver the significant upside and reduced risk investors might not expect from natural gas producers.
California Gov to Sign Renewable Energy Bill (04/12/2011)
"Brown plans to sign legislation Tuesday that would require California utilities to get one-third of their power from renewable sources, giving the state the most aggressive U.S. alternative-energy mandate."
Oil Falls on Signs of Slowing Demand (04/12/2011)
"Slower demand had led top exporter Saudi Arabia to cut back production and the IEA warned that strong prices could be eroding demand further."
Why High Oil Prices Are Likely Here to Stay (04/12/2011)
"It's not just geopolitics that is threatening global oil production. . ."
Australian Releases Offshore Areas for Oil Exploration (04/11/2011)
"The Australian federal government on Monday released the biggest area in more than a decade for offshore petroleum exploration."
EU Potash Firms Warn of Russia, Belarus Fertilizer (04/11/2011)
"Industry officials argue that keeping import duties in place on Russian and Belarusian potash is essential to protect Europe's remaining producers."
Lithium Batteries that Recharge in Seconds (04/11/2011)
"A new way of making battery electrodes has been used to create an extra fast-charging lithium-ion battery."
Natural Gas Becoming Safe Energy Bet (04/11/2011)
"The so-called 'technical knockout' may be having its day, as its rival energy sources come under a cloud."
India, U.S. Pursue Coal Alliance (04/11/2011)
"India's coal shortage is expected to measure 85 million tons by end of 2011–12."
China to Standardize Overheated Wind Farm Construction (04/11/2011)
"About 30% of China's wind turbines are not connected to the grid, making for lopsided resource development."
Why Google Is Investing $168M in a Giant Solar Farm (04/11/2011)
"Every indication is that by 2013, the solar industry will be booming. The only thing that can stop Google now? Turtles."
U.S. Bill Calls for U308 Mining Royalties (04/11/2011)
"Legislation seeks 12.5% royalty for uranium mining on federal lands."
Harsh Times—A New Normal (04/11/2011)
"Are the coming harsh times and potash on your radar screen?"
Robert Winslow: Potash Stocks Grow with Agriculture Boom (04/07/2011)
Planet Earth is in the midst of a food bull market. Wellington West Capital Markets Managing Director Robert Winslow follows small-cap agricultural stocks that can give investors both diversification and leverage to achieve double-digit percentage growth. In this exclusive interview with The Energy Report, Robert shares some small-cap names where investors can plant capital and reap vigorous rewards.
New Brunswick Seeks Potash Mining Proposals (04/07/2011)
"Interested parties are asked to propose a share of profits they would also contribute to the province, in addition to standard royalties."
Over a Barrel (04/07/2011)
"OPEC has lost its power to set the oil price and control it. That role has passed to the speculators."
Oil Price 'Great Concern' for Economy, Says Chu (04/07/2011)
"Oil prices vaulted to their highest level since September 2008, stoking concern that higher costs will crimp a 'fragile economic recovery.'"
North Dakota Potash Tax Seeds Public Debate (04/06/2011)
"Potash mining may soon begin in North Dakota, and state lawmakers are considering how much to tax the material and where the money should go."
Arab Turmoil to 'Affect Energy Markets for Years' (04/06/2011)
"Events like the Arab revolutions, Japan's earthquake and tsunami, and other rare, so-called 'black swan' events seem to be on the rise."
DOE Announces $113M in Solar Funding (04/06/2011)
"Grants will support development of advanced solar photovoltaic-related manufacturing at consortiums in California, New York and Florida."
Geothermal Energy Association Reports U.S. Industry Expansion (04/06/2011)
"Total number of U.S.-based geothermal projects and prospects under development increased 12% in Q111."
S. Korea, Japan Compete for Lithium Battery Market (04/06/2011)
"South Korea likely to replace Japan as the leader in production of mid-sized to small lithium-ion batteries."
Obama Talks Budget and Energy in PA (04/06/2011)
"'We are going to get 80% of our electricity from clean sources,' Obama vowed."
EIA Report Shows Vast Global Shale Nat' Gas Reserves (04/06/2011)
"The report estimates 5,760 trillion cubic feet of recoverable gas in the shale-rock formations of 32 different countries."
Sanity to Return as Media-Induced Fear Fades (04/05/2011)
"Media-induced nuclear fear offers incredible uranium stock buying opportunity."
Scientists Develop Fast-Recharge 3-D Li-Ion Battery (04/05/2011)
"The 3-D Li-Ion battery prototype recharges in just 12 minutes."
Crude Falls on Strong Dollar but Support Is Firm (04/05/2011)
"Oil takes a breather after benchmark contracts jumped to fresh two-and-a-half year highs Monday."
Chris Berry: Lithium to Elevate Equities and Investor Mood (04/05/2011)
House Mountain Partners Founder Chris Berry says Asia's need for strategic resources could push the cost of energy to the breaking point, and more efficient electricity storage to power vehicles is critical. High-capacity batteries depend on several metals, including lithium. In this exclusive interview with The Energy Report, Chris shares some of his favorite lithium companies and why he sees dramatic upside potential in each one.
UN Clears Kenya Nuclear Energy Project (04/04/2011)
"The nuclear power plant is expected to provide 90 % of the country's electricity needs, making Kenya the world's biggest consumer of nuclear energy ahead of France."
Support for Gas Industry Gaining Momentum (04/04/2011)
"Legislation set to be tabled in Congress on April 6 should provide a boost to the gas industry if it passes the House and Senate."
House FAA Vote to Keep U.S. Competitive in Lithium Batteries (04/04/2011)
"By harmonizing U.S. regulations with the international standards, the House protected both aviation safety and the continued competitiveness of major U.S. industries."
Nevada Leads in Geothermal Projects (04/04/2011)
"The Silver State has 65 geothermal projects, or roughly half of the nation's 123 confirmed geothermal plants, under development."
Canada Warns EU of Oil Sands Trade Conflict (04/04/2011)
"The EU wants suppliers to cut carbon footprint of fuels 6% over 10 years."
Kuwait to Overhaul Oil Industry (04/04/2011)
"Nation's plans to boost oil production capacity are in disarray at a time when the OPEC exporter should be reaping huge benefits."
Alaska Pushes to Expedite Offshore Drilling (04/04/2011)
"Gov. Sean Parnell wrote that 'Alaska is the United States' most important and abundant domestic source of future oil and gas.'"
Ending Nuclear Power Could Impact Social Equality (04/04/2011)
"It's not enough to simply say we're turning off the switch."
World Bank to Limit Coal-Fired Power Plant Funding (04/04/2011)
"The bank could still end up spending more than ever on fossil fuels."
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