Move over, Optimus Prime: The optimizer is a scrappy competitor
The unique nature of the US ferrous scrap trade makes for some tense moments and critical decisions.
Energy-related CO2 emissions from natural gas surpass coal as fuel use patterns change
(Wed, 17 Aug 2016) Energy-associated carbon dioxide (CO2) emissions from natural gas are expected to surpass those from coal for the first time since 1972. Even though natural gas is less carbon-intensive than coal, increases in natural gas consumption and decreases in coal consumption in the past decade have resulted in natural gas-related CO2 emissions surpassing those from coal. EIA's latest <em>Short-Term Energy Outlook</em> projects energy-related CO2 emissions from natural gas to be 10% greater than those from coal in 2016.
Chattanooga’s Innovation District Beckons to Young Entrepreneurs
Using renovated buildings outfitted with high-speed internet, the Tennessee city’s development strategy is designed to bring young tech start-ups downtown.
Black Sea wheat market quiet on lack of trading
The Black Sea wheat market was quiet August 16 mainly due to a lack of trading in
Russian wheat despite the fact that this is now the peak of the season.
U.S. crude oil exports are increasing and reaching more destinations
(Tue, 16 Aug 2016) The number of countries receiving exported U.S. crude oil has risen since the removal of restrictions on exporting U.S. crude oil in December 2015. U.S. crude oil exports have occurred despite relatively small price spreads between international crude oils and domestic crude oils, as well as other factors that should reduce crude oil exports, such as falling U.S. crude oil production and added cargo export costs.
Performance versus prescription in new US Arctic rules: Fuel for Thought
In its new rules for oil and gas drilling in the Arctic, the US has taken the biggest step yet toward a performance-based system that sets clear standards, but allows industry flexibility in how to meet them.
Shale gas production drives world natural gas production growth
(Mon, 15 Aug 2016) In the U.S. Energy Information Administration's International Energy Outlook 2016 (IEO2016) and Annual Energy Outlook 2016 (AEO2016), natural gas production worldwide is projected to increase from 342 billion cubic feet per day (Bcf/d) in 2015 to 554 Bcf/d by 2040. The largest component of this growth is natural gas production from shale resources, which grows from 42 Bcf/d in 2015 to 168 Bcf/d by 2040. Shale gas is expected to account for 30% of world natural gas production by the end of the forecast period.
Energy crises of the past paved the way for politics of energy today
John Kingston on falling US production levels and rising consumption that set the stages for the first stirrings of the energy crisis in the early 1970's.
What have been the drivers behind gold's 25% gain year-to-date?
Our editors examine the drivers behind gold's 25% gain year-to-date and recent developments in the precious metals market, including the new futures contract announced by the LME.
Hillary Clinton’s Plan for a Fair Economy
While not comprehensive, the proposals are realistic, incremental and far better than Donald Trump’s vague plan.