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Russia and the United States Cooperating on Nuclear Agreement (09/29/2011)
"The U.S. and Russia made a 'commitment to supporting the safe and secure expansion of civil nuclear energy.'"
Patrick Moore: From Greenpeace Dove to Nuclear Power Phoenix (09/29/2011)
If energy, food and education are the building blocks of civilization, Greenpeace Cofounder Patrick Moore is using his role of "sensible environmentalist" to build support for the concept of sustainable power generation. In this exclusive interview with The Energy Report, Patrick proposes that industry and government work together to advance nuclear power in the United States as the most effective way to supply continuous energy to homes, businesses and institutions.
No Taxation Good, Liquidity Crisis Bad (09/29/2011)
"For the most part, MLPs have done a good job of shoring up balance sheets and coverage ratios over the last 2-3 years since the last liquidity crisis and are well positioned to outperform."
Energy Market Fall Update (09/29/2011)
"The oil and gas sector faces significant challenges, but there are many reasons for optimism among junior explorers and producers."
Geothermal Power: A Laboratory for Life After Fossil Fuels (09/28/2011)
"As Iceland battles its way back from a crippling financial crisis, President GrÍmsson is promoting geothermal resources as a driving force of recovery."
Bruno del Ama: Fertilizer Is a Growing Business (09/27/2011)
It may not sparkle or shine, but fertilizer has a bright future. In this exclusive interview with The Energy Report, Bruno del Ama, CEO of Global X Funds, tells us why investors should be looking at this "growing" industry and how his company's new global fertilizer and potash ETF (NYSE:SOIL) provides a great vehicle for profit. He also tells us why his company's gold and silver mining ETFs are poised to catch up with precious metal market performance.
States Push Hydrofracking Disclosures (09/27/2011)
"Though disclosures guidelines vary from state-to-state, the main thrust of all the regulatory initiatives has been essentially the same—greater transparency."
Fun with Correlation and MLPs (09/27/2011)
"The MLP sector is generally more inefficient than the broader market and provides more opportunities for the active manager."
Lithium Battery Industry Growing in China (09/27/2011)
"Several important developments in the lithium battery industry have turned a focus towards China as the country continues its quest to further its combustion technology."
Goldman Sachs Says Oil Prices Will Soar to $130 in 12 Months. . .We Told You That Weeks Ago (09/27/2011)
"Oil-related stocks—and energy investments in general—are 'must have' portfolio holdings. . .but how do you play them?"
Oil Field Services Shine (09/27/2011)
"Squeezing the last practical drop out of existing fields also becomes more important. In other words, the oil service intensity of oil exploration and production is rising."
The Power Sector Shakeup (09/27/2011)
"There is a revolution unfolding in the generation of electricity. As it unfolds, it will also change the world of investing."
Japan 'Determined' to Restart Nuclear Plants, Why Isn't Germany? (09/27/2011)
"It would be prohibitively expensive to replace nuclear power with conventional power sources such as liquefied natural gas ("LNG") or coal."
Oil up 4.5% on Hope for Europe Debt Deal (09/27/2011)
"Investors are encouraged that another recession can be avoided and demand for energy products will improve if Greece does not default."
Finding the Silver Lining in Solar Industry's Storm Clouds (09/26/2011)
"The outlook for solar-related businesses in your region may be brighter than you think."
EU Ban Forces Syria to Cut Oil Production (09/26/2011)
"Industry executives and oil traders said the country had been unable to attract buyers despite offering discounts."
Scotland Turns to Middle East to Drive Renewables Investment (09/26/2011)
"First Minister Alex Salmond is expected to announce a series of measures designed to support the country's fast expanding low-carbon economy."
Canada Expected to Add a Record 1,338 MW of Wind Capacity in 2011 (09/26/2011)
"Canada is expected to end 2011 with more than 5,300 MW of installed wind energy capacity—enough to power more than 1.5 million Canadian homes every year."
USGS Finds Earth More Acidic (09/26/2011)
"While companies in coal regions in the eastern U.S. have taken steps to improve their environmental legacy, regulations to do so in China aren't yet in place."
World Energy Use Will Grow by 53%, Led by China and India (09/26/2011)
"Energy use in China and India is expected to more than double by 2035."
Doug Casey: Glowing Prospects for Uranium (09/22/2011)
The Western world's skittishness, skepticism and staunch opposition when in comes to nuclear energy won't stand in the way of its production elsewhere in the world. It will be full steam ahead in China, India and other developing nations, says Casey Research Chairman Doug Casey, and the Western world is tiny in comparison. In fact, "I'd say uranium is a great place to be for at least the next generation," he tells us in this Energy Report exclusive. With ever-advancing technology enabling economic recovery in places where it previously wasn't possible, he's also optimistic about natural gas and oil.
Oil Falls Sharply on Global Economic Worries (09/22/2011)
"Oil has dropped 29% since April, and the Fed gave little comfort following its two-day meeting this week."
Potash and Phosphate Q411 Outlook (09/22/2011)
"The potash and phosphate markets are positioned to post a strong fourth quarter. The biggest gains were made in Q311, when producers were able to ink supply contracts."
Iran Seeks Integrated Asian Energy Market (09/22/2011)
"Integrated market would meet the interests of West Asian energy producers and East Asian consumers."
Richest MLP People in America (09/22/2011)
"The new rich list is out, the one that lists the 400 richest Americans."
U.S. and Russia Commit to Expand Nuclear Power (09/21/2011)
"Energy leaders from Russia and America have made a "commitment to supporting the safe and secure expansion of civil nuclear energy.'"
IAEA to Organize Nuclear Fast-Response Team (09/21/2011)
"The French-proposed initiative was widely supported by ministers from other nations interested in nuclear power."
Solar Power Excelling at U.S. Schools (09/21/2011)
"As schools battle with budget deficits and look to educate students about renewable energy, this rapidly growing market has attracted solar developers."
Natural Gas Prices to Surge 71% (09/21/2011)
"LNG prices could jump as Japan and China fight for the resource and India builds out its massive power infrastructure projects."
Green Energy, the Cost-Efficient Option (09/21/2011)
"Green energy is suddenly drawing sustenance in a swath of the economy that today seems like a barren desert: the devastated housing market."
Developers Warm to Small-Scale Geothermal (09/21/2011)
"Ground Source Heat Pump applications are gaining traction, but varying climatic, geological and economic conditions set dissimilar paces for adopting new geothermal technologies."
More Upside Seen for Fertilizer Producers (09/21/2011)
"CIBC World Markets anticipates supply constraints from the rising costs of building new capacity."
Battery Researchers Look to Seaweed (09/21/2011)
"Researchers at Clemson University have identified a promising new binder material for lithium-ion battery electrodes."
United States Reaffirms Nuclear Commitment (09/21/2011)
"'The United States supports expanded and reliable access to fuel supplies, working through the commercial marketplace and public-private partnerships, for peaceful nuclear programs."
How High Oil Prices Will Fuel Europe's Next Economic Crunch (09/21/2011)
"As the price of oil increases, the price of natural gas increases right along with it."
Brien Lundin: Long-Term Resource Investing Tips (09/21/2011)
Downgrades for U.S. debt, austerity programs across Europe and political uncertainty all point to a continued uptrend in gold prices according to Brien Lundin, publisher and editor of Gold Newsletter. For long-term investors, Brien Lundin says in this exclusive interview with The Gold Report, small-cap, precious metals equities are one place to take advantage of the coming upward gold price trend.
Bruce Edgelow: New Technology Solutions Mean New Opportunities (09/20/2011)
U.S. banks may be increasingly reluctant to loan, but ATB Financial Energy Group's Bruce Edgelow is actively supporting opportunity-rich Canadian juniors. His participation with energy explorers and producers (E&Ps) offers him a bird's eye view of new, high-potential technologies. Energy extraction from carbonate reservoirs, Bruce says, represents a potential bonanza for investors. In this exclusive Energy Report interview, he shares some attractive names pioneering the most promising technique since fracking.
Falling Oil Prices: Worrying Trend or Saving Grace? (09/20/2011)
"When oil prices stay too high for too long, they choke out economic growth."
The Polish Energy Revolution Begins (09/20/2011)
"Visiting the first advanced drilling site in eastern Poland, Prime Minister Donald Tusk committed the country to extracting shale gas beginning in 2014."
Nat Gas-to-Liquids Coming to U.S. (09/20/2011)
"This may be the start of a major movement to substitute domestic natural gas for imported crude. The investment implications are enormous."
Australian Uranium Export Earnings to Spike (09/20/2011)
"Earnings from Australia's uranium exports are expected to jump by a quarter this financial year."
U.S. Oil and Gas Renaissance: These States Aren't Suffering (09/20/2011)
"With the era of cheap oil coming to an end, North American oil and gas production has nowhere to go but up."
Brazil to Build Nuclear Plants to Increase Power Output (09/20/2011)
"Construction of the four new nuclear plants will begin only after a thorough security revision of the two plants currently in operation."
Oil Futures Inch Higher (09/20/2011)
"Oil futures reversed a two-day losing streak following a recovery in U.S. equities and the euro."
Nigeria Wants AU to Establish Commission On Nuclear Energy (09/20/2011)
"Nigeria wants the IAEA to establish a comprehensive international nuclear security practices for the protection of nuclear materials."
There Will Be Oil (09/19/2011)
"For decades, advocates of 'peak oil' have been predicting a crisis in energy supplies. They've been wrong at every turn."
World Oil Use Seen Surging 27% by 2035 (09/19/2011)
"Proposed rules requiring automakers to improve fuel efficiency in the United States were not factored into the forecast."
USDA Funds 500 Rural Clean Energy Projects (09/19/2011)
"More than 500 agricultural producers and rural small businesses received grants to implement renewable energy in their operations."
China Closes Solar-Panel Plant After Protests (09/19/2011)
"The decision is an indication of the growing power of environmental protesters to sway government policy in China."
Mickey Fulp: Looking Past the Summer Uranium Doldrums (09/15/2011)
There have been few catalysts driving uranium stocks this summer. But Mickey Fulp, the "Mercenary Geologist," believes that this market funk resembles the period that preceded one of the best junior resource bull markets ever seen. In this exclusive interview with The Energy Report, Fulp tells us why he's "hopefully optimistic" about the coming months.
Kevin Smith: Generate Huge Cash Distributions with MLPs and Royalty Trusts (09/15/2011)
There are few places to hide in turbulent markets, but low bond yields and faltering commercial real estate are driving income investors to U.S. royalty trusts and master limited partnerships (MLPs), where high energy prices are generating huge quarterly cash distributions for shareholders. In this exclusive interview with The Energy Report, Raymond James Associate Analyst Kevin Smith discusses his favorite names where investors are reaping both income and growth.
Electric Vehicles Given Global Initiative (09/15/2011)
"This could lead to quicker adoption rate for the lithium battery technology; however, it may create a challenging environment for smaller pure-play lithium battery manufacturers."
Traders Split on Knife-Edge Oil Outlook (09/15/2011)
"Hedge funds expect a drop, while most physical traders are betting on rising prices. The battle is changing the oil market's structure."
"Time Machine" Will Test Effects of Fracking (09/14/2011)
"The unique centrifuge takes clay samples from the walls of underground aquifers and subjects them to extreme pressure."
Japan Must Revise Renewables Law (09/14/2011)
"Japan's new feed-in-tariff energy law will need attractive pricing and revisions to flesh out of vague renewable energy goals."
Canada's Geothermal >1M Times Electricity Consumption (09/14/2011)
"Better yet, the geothermal heat reservoirs found across 'large swaths of British Columbia, Alberta, the Yukon and Northwest Territories' lie close to the surface, making them easier to tap."
The Natural Gas Oversupply and How to Play It (09/14/2011)
"The cleanest-burning fossil fuel, natural gas should continue to win market share, despite its current depressed level."
China Uses Feed-In Tariff to Build Domestic Solar Market (09/14/2011)
"Project developers here can sell electricity generated from the sun to utilities at a price of about $0.15 per kilowatt-hour."
Jelly Batteries Break the Mold (09/14/2011)
"The jelly replaces the volatile and hazardous liquid electrolyte currently used in most lithium batteries."
Lithium Prices to Continue Gains (09/14/2011)
"Demand for the silvery white metal continues to climb as supply tightens."
WA Ferries May Change to Nat Gas (09/14/2011)
"Washington State Ferries is considering using liquefied natural gas to cut its fuel costs by 44%."
Uranium Prices Generating Momentum (09/14/2011)
"As a primary consumer of nuclear power, the United States' most recent positive industrial production data could provide investors and observers some guidance for what to expect with Thursday's release by the Federal Reserve."
Porter Stansberry: U.S. Shifts to Gas Export Role (09/13/2011)
With America "the Saudi Arabia of natural gas," as Stansberry & Associates Investment Research Founder Porter Stansberry puts it, U.S. energy independence is no longer a pipe dream. It's evolved from political posturing to promise based on practical factors that he shares in this Energy Report exclusive. Porter's "incredibly bullish" outlook stems in part from technological efficiencies that will help bring enormous amounts of new U.S. production online. Exploiting these technologies, he states, presents the "greatest opportunity the energy complex has over the next several decades."
Europe's Energy Mix (09/13/2011)
"Although photovoltaic power installation doubled from 2008 to 2010, coal, gas and oil account for 61% of Europe's electricity generation."
Oil Prices Caught Between Two Trends (09/13/2011)
"Europe faces debt problems that could slow its economy, while developing nations are on track to boost oil demand to a record."
Saskatchewan, Potash to Lead Canada's Growth (09/13/2011)
"RBC Economics upgraded its growth forecast for the province to 4.3% from 3.8%, a revision based largely on increased potash demand."
U.S. Behind on Offshore Drilling Plan (09/13/2011)
"The five-year outer continental shelf plan is 'the bible' for planning offshore investments."
Hinds Howard: The MLP Market Is Wide Open (09/13/2011)
MLPs may be the best-kept secret on Wall Street. Representing the midstream segment of the energy supply chain, Master Limited Partnerships offer stable returns through U.S. energy infrastructure investment. In this exclusive interview with The Energy Report, Fund Manager Hinds Howard explains the peculiarities of this growing niche market and shares some quality stocks at fire-sale prices.
Geothermal Gets Boost in U.S. (09/13/2011)
"The DOE announced $38M will go to advance geothermal technology and reduce cost."
A Warning for Poland's Shale Gas Developers (09/13/2011)
"Authorities must weigh potential economic benefits and problems, but the U.S. hasn't figured out all the answers to these questions either."
Lithium Industry Q411 Outlook (09/12/2011)
"Lithium remains the far superior choice for energy and power storage needs and is likely to see continued strong demand over the next decade."
MLP Makers: Where Do MLPs Come From? (09/12/2011)
"In MLP land, it's a mix. Some grow in the traditional slow-and-steady way, while others are created with the help of growth capital or private equity firms."
Edward Sterck: Uranium Companies Poised for a Comeback (09/08/2011)
This year has brought uncertainty for the uranium sector. Since the tsunami and subsequent radiation leaks in Japan, developers and investors are questioning the best steps moving forward. In this exclusive interview with The Energy Report, Edward Sterck, an analyst with BMO Capital Markets in London, updates us on the sector's status and offers advice on the best companies to support in the coming months and years.
S. Africa Awaits Shale Gas Assessment Outcome (09/08/2011)
"South Africa's Department of Energy Deputy Director says the nation has very limited gas reserves."
Crude Climbs on Inventory Drop (09/08/2011)
"Oil inventories fell more than expected last week, due largely to storm-related disruptions."
Op Ed: O&G Industry Is an Economic Lifeline (09/08/2011)
"Independent oil companies, not big oil, are leading the way in job creation."
A Tale of Two Oils (09/08/2011)
"In the past, the Brent and crude prices were almost the same. The current price disparity affects both consumers and oil producers."
MLP IPO Update: On Pace for Record 2011 (09/07/2011)
"Over the last month, while the IPO market was closed due to market correction and volatility, several hopeful MLPs continued to work through the SEC registration process."
Want Jobs? Let Us Drill, Industry Says (09/07/2011)
"With looser restrictions, the industry says it could deliver 1.4 million new jobs, boost tax rolls by $800B and increase domestic energy production almost 50%."
Setting the Speed Limit for Oil (09/07/2011)
"The question for energy bulls is whether $90 is now as good as it gets."
Tar Sands Oil Will Reach U.S. Sans Pipeline (09/07/2011)
"Study says Canadian oil will make its way to U.S. refineries by rail, barge or trucks."
Greece Opens New Round of Geothermal Bidding (09/07/2011)
"Greece opened bidding for geothermal exploration as it seeks to become an exporter of renewable power."
EU Seeks Power to Block Bilateral Energy Deals (09/07/2011)
"In light of Russia's new gas pipeline, the EU aims to curb oil and gas exporters' power."
Uranium Mining and Nuclear Industry Outlook (09/07/2011)
"The potential outlook for the uranium mining and broader nuclear industry suggest a muted positive context."
Rick Rule: Supply Decrease + Demand Increase = Explosive Oil Upside (09/06/2011)
Global Resource Investments Founder and Chairman Rick Rule is a self-described energy bull. In this special Energy Report from his latest web broadcast, he highlights the global macro-trends that will drive energy prices—oil, natural gas, uranium and alternative energy—way up in the coming years.
AAA Prepares for Electric Vehicle Boom (09/06/2011)
"AAA is rolling out roadside-assistance trucks capable of providing 10 to 15 minutes of battery charging time to electric vehicles."
Uranium Deal Shows Nuclear Future (09/06/2011)
"Cameco's gambit to buy a Canadian uranium deposit in its biggest-ever acquisition is showing that the nuclear future is now."
A New Wind Turbine Built for Small Buildings (09/06/2011)
"The vertical-axis turbine is cheap to manufacture, contains few moving parts and is designed to be installed by a single worker."
Deficit Panel May Aim at Oil Tax Breaks (09/06/2011)
"A big question is whether the panel will embark on a broad rewrite of the tax code, with a lower corporate tax rate in exchange."
Geothermal Heats Up Kenya's Energy Sector (09/06/2011)
"Nineteen companies submitted bids to Kenya's state-owned Geothermal Development Co. to develop eight 100-MW geothermal power plants in the Bogoria-Silali block of northwestern Kenya."
The Start of an Energy Storage Breakthrough (09/05/2011)
"A tiny upstart company just made a major move toward revolutionizing energy storage. The cost of renewable energies could come down dramatically, making them viable competitors in the energy marketplace."
Uranium Sector Overview (09/05/2011)
"Despite ongoing short-term market impacts from Fukushima, uranium's long-term fundamentals are sound, with strong and increasing demand for new nuclear power reactors."
MLPs Rise Until Jobs Don't (09/05/2011)
"MLPs finished August on a very strong note, closing 12% higher than the August 8th low."
The Black Monday the Public Doesn't Know About (09/05/2011)
"We will need to see some resolutions in Euro-land before gold will trade lower or sideways."
Kuwait, Saudi Boosted Oil Output to Ease Prices (09/04/2011)
"'Without this measure, oil prices would have shot above current levels causing a global crisis and contributing to a recession in the global economy.'"
Pink Sheets Basics: How to Profit Without Getting Fleeced (09/02/2011)
"Small-cap pink sheets stocks can be extremely lucrative, but you have to make the right moves to rake in the big profits."
Chris Berry: Big Multiples Expected for Patient Lithium Investors (09/01/2011)
Although lithium equities have not elevated moods much recently, House Mountain Partners founder Chris Berry makes his case that over the longer term the element will be in such strong demand for the electric vehicle (EV) revolution that investors will no longer be able to ignore explorers and emerging producers. The crucial growth driver is the nascent lithium-ion battery industry that will be vital to management and allocation of energy sources ranging from nuclear and coal to wind and solar. In this exclusive Energy Report interview, Chris has identified several publicly traded lithium juniors priced low enough to reward patient investors with big multiples on investment.
Trading Oil's Trends (09/01/2011)
"This week, the overall market is leaning towards lower prices. All bounces in the oil price should be considered shorting opportunities."
Oil Trades Near One-Month High (09/01/2011)
"U.S. manufacturing unexpectedly grew last month and jobless claims decreased, bolstering hopes for the world's biggest crude consumer."
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