http://www.energyglobal.com/news/BRICs.aspx en-uk editor@energyglobal.com webmaster@energyglobal.com http://www.energyglobal.com/media/logo.gif Energy news from the BRIC countries; Brazil, Russia, India and China. http://www.energyglobal.com/news/BRICs/articles/Looking_East_Russia’s_oil_and_gas_pipeline_plans.aspx Dr. Hooman Peimani gives an overview of Russia’s oil and gas pipeline plans as the behemoth looks to expanding markets in Asia. 15/05/2013 http://www.energyglobal.com/news/BRICs/articles/LNG_demand_growth_outlook_Asia_174.aspx A strong LNG demand outlook in South East Asia will compensate for slower demand growth in India, according to Wood Mackenzie. 25/02/2013 http://www.energyglobal.com/news/BRICs/articles/IEA_releases_World_Energy_Outlook_2012.aspx The IEA unveils two scenarios, laden with predictions for the likely future of global energy supply and demand up to 2035, with a special focus on energy efficiency. 12/11/2012 http://www.energyglobal.com/news/BRICs/articles/Palladian_Publications_Ltd_employees_take_on_laborious_race_for_charity.aspx Employees from leading B2B magazine publisher Palladian Publications Ltd took part in a 10 km off-road race to raise money for a local hospice. 08/11/2012 http://www.energyglobal.com/news/BRICs/articles/territorial_imperatives .aspx Security and political concerns in Asia and the Pacific region mount as oil and gas demand continues to grow. Ng Weng Hoong reports. 30/10/2012 http://www.energyglobal.com/news/BRICs/articles/Serimax_to_provide_pipeline_welding_solutions_for_Petrobras’_Ubarana_offshore_field.aspx Serimax has been commissioned to provide welding solutions on pipelines offshore Brazil. 24/10/2012 http://www.energyglobal.com/news/BRICs/articles/Global energy industry prospers according to EIC quarterly report.aspx The latest EIC monthly report shows an upsurge in new projects for Q3 2012 while total potential investment value is up 17% on the last quarter. 19/10/2012 http://www.energyglobal.com/news/BRICs/articles/Mid_October_Africa_News.aspx A round up of some of the latest downstream news from Africa. 15/10/2012 http://www.energyglobal.com/news/BRICs/articles/China_coal_mining_industry_prepares_for_a_strong_future.aspx China dominates the global coal industry with coal production expected to reach 4.5 billion t by 2020 and consumption expected to reach 5.2 billion t. Ankita Sinha, GBI Research, UK, outlines why China continues to lead the global coal mining market and what lies ahead for this coal giant. 03/10/2012 http://www.energyglobal.com/news/BRICs/articles/Qatargas_delivers_cargo_for_CNOOC_LNG_terminal.aspx Qatargas has delivered commissioning cargo to China National Oil Corporation’s Zhejiang LNG Terminal in China. The cargo was delivered by Qatargas’s Q-Max LNG vessel, ZARGA. 24/09/2012 http://www.energyglobal.com/news/BRICs/articles/oil_and_gas_exploration_predictions_for_Latin_America.aspx Latin America’s oil and gas sector has something to celebrate, reports Gordon Cope. 31/08/2012 http://www.energyglobal.com/news/BRICs/articles/new_fall_pipe_vessel_announced.aspx Jan De Nul Group launches its latest fall pipe vessel to be deployed in offshore oil and gas operations. 06/08/2012 http://www.energyglobal.com/news/BRICs/articles/Chinese_overseas_investment.aspx Global Data discuss how China’s oil companies are looking overseas for downstream opportunities 26/07/2012 http://www.energyglobal.com/news/BRICs/articles/Chevron_to_restart_production_at_Frade_Spill_found_to_be_bigger_than_previously_thought.aspx The Brazilian National Oil Agency (ANP) said that it had no objections to Chevron submitting its proposal to resume drilling at the Frade oilfield, which was the site of an oil spill in November 2011. 20/07/2012 http://www.energyglobal.com/news/BRICs/articles/Developing_economies_and_MTBE.aspx According to a report from GBI Research, developing economies are seeing a rise in gasoline consumption which is likely to lead to hydrocarbon components recovering. 19/07/2012 http://www.energyglobal.com/news/BRICs/articles/Most_US_coal_exports_in_2011_went_to_Europe_and_Asia.aspx According to a recent report by the US Energy Information Administration (EIA), 76% of US coal exports in 2011 went to Europe and Asia. 20/06/2012 http://www.energyglobal.com/news/BRICs/articles/Chinese_coal_seam_gas_field_on_route_to_commercialisation.aspx Dart energy has announced that it is carrying out early commercialisation work on its Liuling coal seam gas project in China and expects to start initial gas sales in the first half of 2013. 14/06/2012 http://www.energyglobal.com/news/BRICs/articles/new_projects_between_Telvent_and_PetroChina_highlight_national_and_global_oil_and_gas_pipeline_trends.aspx New projects between Telvent and PetroChina highlight national and global oil and gas pipeline trends. 14/06/2012 http://www.energyglobal.com/news/BRICs/articles/Shale_and_other_sources_of_unconventional_gas_support_more_than_1_million_US_jobs.aspx Natural gas production from shale, coal bed methane and tight sands is expected to generate significant job creation, economic growth, and revenue for federal, state and local treasuries throughout the U.S. in gas "producing" and "non-producing" states alike, according to a new IHS Global Insight study. 13/06/2012 http://www.energyglobal.com/news/BRICs/articles/Oil_India_mulls_stakes_in_overseas_assets .aspx Indian state company, Oil India, has announced that it would possibly be interested in acquiring a stake in ConoccoPhillips’ oilsands fields in Canada. 28/05/2012 http://www.energyglobal.com/news/BRICs/articles/CEO_of_TNKBP_resigns_for_personal_reasons.aspx Mikhail Fridman, CEO of TNK-BP has resigned for “personal reasons.” 28/05/2012 http://www.energyglobal.com/news/BRICs/articles/Feeding_the_giant.aspx The third annual report by the China GreenTech Initiative notes that Shale Gas and Coalbed Methane could meet China’s booming domestic energy demand. 21/05/2012 http://www.energyglobal.com/news/BRICs/articles/Valle_Silencioso_increases_its_stake_in_offshore_coatings_contractor_Socotherm.aspx Coatings contractor Socotherm sees its participation in the offshore oil and gas industry expand after Valle Silencioso SA increases its stake. 16/05/2012 http://www.energyglobal.com/news/BRICs/articles/TAPI_natural_gas_pipeline_reports_of_progress.aspx India reports great progress in TAPI natural gas pipeline project, which has seen participating countries debating over transit prices and volume. 27/04/2012 http://www.energyglobal.com/news/BRICs/articles/Oil_spill_in_Russian_Arctic.aspx Various reports have revealed that a well based in the Russian Arctic suffered a major leak for 37 hours before being plugged. 24/04/2012 http://www.energyglobal.com/news/BRICs/articles/Petrobras_looks_to_invest_USD500million_in_Argentina.aspx In a bid to boost production, Brazil’s state-run giant Petrobras has laid out plans to invest US$ 500 million in Argentinian projects. 23/04/2012 http://www.energyglobal.com/news/BRICs/articles/Keppel_signs_LOI_worth_USD4Billion.aspx Keppel Corp has signed a LOI for the construction of five semisubmersible rigs for Sete Brazil in a deal worth US$ 4.12 billion. 16/04/2012 http://www.energyglobal.com/news/BRICs/articles/Putin_reveals_long_awaited_tax_breaks.aspx At a recent meeting, Vladimir Putin, unveiled a new set of rules for offshore development in Russian territory as well as long awaited tax breaks that look set to make formally economically unviable projects possible. 13/04/2012 http://www.energyglobal.com/news/BRICs/articles/Downstream_americas_roundup.aspx A round up of downstream oil and gas news from the Americas. 03/04/2012 http://www.energyglobal.com/news/BRICs/articles/US railroads suffer due to weak domestic demand but export potential remains positive.aspx US railroads are reporting a drop in coal transportation volumes as a mild winter and low natural gas prices hit coal demand from US utilities. However, one rail operator, CSX Corp., noted that the amount of coal it was hauling for export reached record levels last year. With demand from China, and particularly India, expected to remain high, many in the US coal industry looking to Asia to rekindle the industry’s fortunes. 16/03/2012 http://www.energyglobal.com/news/BRICs/articles/Economic support for Pakistan-Iran pipeline is uncertain.aspx A top Pakistani government body reported recently that China's largest bank has withdrawn its support from the planned gas pipeline from Iran to Pakistan, a project that the US has strongly opposed. 15/03/2012 http://www.energyglobal.com/news/BRICs/articles/Total_and_KPC_sign_MOU_on_Zhanjiang_Project.aspx KPC and Total have signed an MOU regarding their joint Zhanjiang project in China. 13/03/2012 http://www.energyglobal.com/news/BRICs/articles/Brazil_strikes_oil_at_Nordeste_de_Tupi.aspx The Brazilian state giant Petrobras confirms that it has struck oil at Nordest de Tupi. 12/03/2012 http://www.energyglobal.com/news/BRICs/articles/Niger_and_Chad_reach_agreement_over_crude_oil_pipeline.aspx The two African countries have reached an agreement to ship crude oil from Niger’s Agadem field for export through the Chad-Cameroon pipeline. 01/03/2012 http://www.energyglobal.com/news/BRICs/articles/Petrobras_brings_in_new_directors.aspx As well as welcoming a new CEO, Petrobras has brought in two new directors. 17/02/2012 http://www.energyglobal.com/news/BRICs/articles/TNK-BP_to_invest_in_Arctic.aspx TNK-BP has outlined plans covering US$ 4 billion worth of Arctic gas and oilfield development. 17/02/2012 http://www.energyglobal.com/news/BRICs/articles/Mid February 2012 News from the Americas.aspx Downstream news round up from the Americas. 16/02/2012 http://www.energyglobal.com/news/BRICs/articles/Improvement_in_the_Russian_oil_industry.aspx A multi million pound project to improve the sustainability and efficiency of the Russian oil industry has been given the green light. 16/02/2012 http://www.energyglobal.com/news/BRICs/articles/Chinese_shale_delays_may_boost_LNG_production.aspx Delays in unlocking China’s shale reserves may support a growing demand for LNG 16/02/2012 http://www.energyglobal.com/news/BRICs/articles/South_Stream_pipeline_project_edges_closer_to_construction.aspx At a recent meeting held by Gazprom executives, further headway was made into the Black Sea South Stream pipeline project. 15/02/2012 http://www.energyglobal.com/news/BRICs/articles/Saudi_Arabia_offers_to_pick_up_Iranian_shortfall.aspx The world’s leading oil exporter has offered to supply additional crude to India. 15/02/2012 http://www.energyglobal.com/news/BRICs/articles/India_to_delay_shale_round_to_2013.aspx India has once again revised the date for the launch of its shale gas round. 14/02/2012 http://www.energyglobal.com/news/BRICs/articles/New_Petrobras_CEO_steps_up.aspx Maria das Gracas Foster officially became the new CEO of Petrobras on Monday 14/02/2012 http://www.energyglobal.com/news/BRICs/articles/EandP_under_fire_in_Asia_Pacific.aspx Territorial disputes fuelled by the prospect of oil and gas reserves are hindering E&P activities in the Asia-Pacific region. 13/02/2012 http://www.energyglobal.com/news/BRICs/articles/Greek_budget_deal_causes_Brent_price_rise.aspx The Greek government has agreed to strict austerity measures, leading to a rise in crude prices. 13/02/2012 http://www.energyglobal.com/news/BRICs/articles/Petrobras_faces_investment_difficulties.aspx Figures show that the Brazilian state player reduced investment by 5.1% in 2011. 13/02/2012 http://www.energyglobal.com/news/BRICs/articles/Total_announces_rise_in_profits.aspx French company Total has announced a 16% rise in profits. 13/02/2012 http://www.energyglobal.com/news/BRICs/articles/Sinopec_to_boost_production_in_Xinjiang.aspx China Petroleum and Chemical Corp. has unveiled plans to invest US$ 8.41 billion by 2015. 13/02/2012 http://www.energyglobal.com/news/BRICs/articles/ONGC_hits_gas_five_times.aspx Indian state owned ONGC has made five gas discoveries, one of which has been labelled “very significant” 10/02/2012 http://www.energyglobal.com/news/BRICs/articles/Indian_refineries_look_to_import_more_saudi_oil.aspx Indian refineries have sought to import an additional 2.6 million bbls from Saudi Arabia this March. 10/02/2012 http://www.energyglobal.com/news/BRICs/articles/Petrobras_plans_to_lease_26_rigs.aspx Brazil’s Petrobras has plans to lease 26 rigs over 15 years. 10/02/2012 http://www.energyglobal.com/news/BRICs/articles/Plans_for_state_owned_russian_oilfield_services_company_outlined.aspx A letter to Prime Minister Vladimir Putin has outlined intentions to create a state owned oilfield services company. 10/02/2012 http://www.energyglobal.com/news/BRICs/articles/Chinese_demand_fears_fuel_Brent_price_slip.aspx Data showing a growing Chinese trade surplus has seen Brent crude prices slip from their six month high. 10/02/2012 http://www.energyglobal.com/news/BRICs/articles/Vale_and_logmarin_complete_largest_floating_bulk_terminal.aspx Vale uses Logmarin to develop the world’s largest floating bulk terminal 10/02/2012 http://www.energyglobal.com/news/BRICs/articles/Indian_subsidy_begins_to_hurt.aspx The government-imposed subsidy on upstream companies in India hits profits. 09/02/2012 http://www.energyglobal.com/news/BRICs/articles/Petrobras_hits_major_crude_reservoir.aspx Brazilian state player Petrobras has discovered a new crude oil reservoir in the Santos Basin. 09/02/2012 http://www.energyglobal.com/news/BRICs/articles/Downstream_update_The_Americas12.aspx A round up of the latest downstream oil and gas news from the Americas. 09/02/2012 http://www.energyglobal.com/news/BRICs/articles/China_oil_imports_to_slow.aspx Analysts predict that the world’s second largest oil importer will see a slowdown of oil consumption. 06/02/2012 http://www.energyglobal.com/news/BRICs/articles/Sembcorp_secures_Brazilian_deal.aspx Sembcorp has received an order from Sete Brasil for the construction of a drillship. 06/02/2012 http://www.energyglobal.com/news/BRICs/articles/Rosneft_sees_record_profits.aspx Russian oil company Rosneft has seen record profits of US$ 12.45 billion. 03/02/2012 http://www.energyglobal.com/news/BRICs/articles/Huanqui_deals_down_under.aspx Huanqui bought a 19.9% stake in LNG Ltd and signed a new contract with the company. 02/02/2012 http://www.energyglobal.com/news/BRICs/articles/The_clean_green_slate.aspx Bliss Baker, Global Renewable Fuels Alliance, Canada, evaluates ways to build upon the success of the first generation of biofuels. 02/02/2012 http://www.energyglobal.com/news/BRICs/articles/StabFrame_first_project_successful.aspx A newly developed subsea pile-stabilising template, StabFrame, has successfully completed its first project offshore Brazil. 01/02/2012 http://www.energyglobal.com/news/BRICs/articles/Alstom_to_provide_generators_for_Zambian_dam_project.aspx Alstom has won a contract to supply turbines and generators to the new Itezhi-Tezhi hydroelectric dam in Zambia. 01/02/2012 http://www.energyglobal.com/news/BRICs/articles/Global_downstream_construction2012.aspx A brief roundup of the latest construction news from the downstream industry. 30/01/2012 http://www.energyglobal.com/news/BRICs/articles/Renewables_need_randd_investment.aspx In order for renewables targets to be met, and schemes to be completed, the message is clear: invest in R&D. 25/01/2012 http://www.energyglobal.com/news/BRICs/articles/Coming up short.aspx India is set to become the largest importer of coal in the world. But doubts remain over many aspects of current power sector legislation and electricity tariffs. Mike King examines the uncertainty this is creating for the power generating companies and the miners that serve them. 24/01/2012 http://www.energyglobal.com/news/BRICs/articles/First_UK_marine_energy_park_to_open_in_SW.aspx As part of a scheme to speed up the expansion of the UK’s wave and tidal industry, the park will stretch from Bristol to Cornwall. 23/01/2012 http://www.energyglobal.com/news/BRICs/articles/Calls to reconsider cellulosic biofuel volumes.aspx The National Petrochemical and Refiners Association has called on the Environmental Protection Agency to reconsider cellulosic biofuel volumes. 23/01/2012 http://www.energyglobal.com/news/BRICs/articles/EIC Monitor indicates a slowdown_in_new_development_proposals_across_global_energy_industry.aspx The latest EIC Monitor quarterly report shows that all sectors across the global energy industry have seen a decrease in the number and the potential investment value of new projects. 19/01/2012 http://www.energyglobal.com/news/BRICs/articles/Making_the_right_energy_choices.aspx American Petroleum Institute president comments on how making the right energy choices can help the US economy. 19/01/2012 http://www.energyglobal.com/news/BRICs/articles/BP_energy_outlook_2030wrrt.aspx BP forecasts robust global energy demand to 2030 despite efficiency gains. 19/01/2012 http://www.energyglobal.com/news/BRICs/articles/World_first_tidal_energy_turbine_given_all_clear.aspx The SeaGen tidal energy turbine at Strangford Lough has been given the all clear by environmental scientists. 18/01/2012 http://www.energyglobal.com/news/BRICs/articles/Worlds_largest_wave_farm_developed_off_Scottish_coast.aspx A joint venture between Alstom and SSE Renewables is set to develop the world’s largest wave farm off the coast of Scotland. 17/01/2012 http://www.energyglobal.com/news/BRICs/articles/Mid_January_Downstream_news_from_the_US.aspx A brief round up of downstream oil and gas news from the USA. 16/01/2012 http://www.energyglobal.com/news/BRICs/articles/Wind_farms_hit_twelve_percent_UK_electricity_demand.aspx RenewableUK praises National Grid’s successful management of high levels of wind output as wind farms reach a high of 12.2% of the UK’s electricity demand. 11/01/2012 http://www.energyglobal.com/news/BRICs/articles/Oil_output_in_Brazil_up_3_percent_in_November.aspx Average oil production in Brazil grew 3% in November compared to October, reaching 2,060,695 barrels of oil per day (bpd). 22/12/2011 http://www.energyglobal.com/news/BRICs/articles/Unexpected_end_to_COP17_brings_a_climate_deal_closer.aspx In an unexpected end to the COP17 summit in Durban South Africa, the US, China and India have agreed to be included in a new legal framework for emissions reduction that will come into force in 2020, although the details of the deal are yet to be agreed. COP17 also agreed to an extension of the Kyoto Protocol to 2017. 13/12/2011 http://www.energyglobal.com/news/BRICs/articles/The_2012_Global_Energy_Prize_is_now_accepting_nominations.aspx The Global Energy Prize, one of the world’s most respected awards in energy science, is now accepting nominations for its US$ 1 million 2012 award. 08/12/2011 http://www.energyglobal.com/news/BRICs/articles/Infinis_and_ExxonMobil_agree_Gas_Engine_Oil_Supply_and_Technical_Partnership.aspx Infinis, a leading generator of renewable power in the UK, has agreed a three year contract with ExxonMobil to help optimise the gas engines operating across Infinis’ 123 landfill gas (LFG) generating sites in the UK. The contract will see the continuation of a working relationship which has been in place for over 15 years. 23/11/2011 http://www.energyglobal.com/news/BRICs/articles/QGC_awards_AU_19.5_million_dollar_gas_fields_contract.aspx QGC Pty Limited, developer of the Queensland Curtis LNG Project, has awarded a A$19.5 million contract to Australian firm Transfield Services for gas field work in the Surat Basin of Queensland. 14/11/2011 http://www.energyglobal.com/news/BRICs/articles/Biodiesel_Corporation_of_the_Year_Award.aspx Albemarle have won the Biodiesel Corporation of the Year Award. 03/11/2011 http://www.energyglobal.com/news/BRICs/articles/Kawasaki_to_test_new_wave_power_technology_in_Orkney_Scotland.aspx Kawasaki Heavy Industries (KHI) has announced that it will test its new technology at the world-leading European Marine Energy Centre (EMEC) in Orkney. 20/10/2011 http://www.energyglobal.com/news/BRICs/articles/The_geopolitics_of_Southeast_Asian_energy_security.aspx The energy security strategies of states across the region, if not working in cooperation with each other, could have severe geopolitical and economic repercussions in a region where high food and oil prices threaten economic recovery and human security. 19/10/2011 http://www.energyglobal.com/news/BRICs/articles/Dutch_know-how_for_first_US_offshore_wind_test_centre.aspx A consortium of Ecofys, Fugro and Real NewEnergy has started developing the Poseidon Atlantic centre, the first North American offshore wind turbine test centre, off the eastern Atlantic shore of the US state of Virginia 14/10/2011 http://www.energyglobal.com/news/BRICs/articles/EIC_Monitor_shows_positive_signs_of_growth_for_the_global_energy_industry .aspx The latest EIC Monitor tracking new active and future projects across the global energy industry shows growth in potential investment value across all sectors this quarter. 13/10/2011 http://www.energyglobal.com/news/BRICs/articles/Gemasolar_power_plant_inaugurated.aspx The Gemasolar power plant, owned by Torresol, which exhibits ground-breaking molten salt technology has been inaugurated in Fuentes Andalucia, Spain. 07/10/2011 http://www.energyglobal.com/news/BRICs/articles/Chevron_using_solar_power_for_enhanced_oil_recovery.aspx Chevron Technology Ventures has launched a project, which will use over 7600 solar mirrors to produce steam for use in enhanced oil recovery at the Coalinga field. 04/10/2011 http://www.energyglobal.com/news/BRICs/articles/OPIC_providing_funding_for_Kenya_geothermal_projects.aspx OPIC has approved US$ 310 million worth of financing for a project to double the capacity of a Kenyan geothermal power plant. 23/09/2011 http://www.energyglobal.com/news/BRICs/articles/State_support_for_solar_panels_in_China_could_lead_to_cheaper_solar_panels_for_UK.aspx The Chinese government has announced a nationwide feed-in-tariff to accelerate the development of a domestic solar energy industry and boost its solar panel production which should lead to lower global prices for panels. 15/09/2011 http://www.energyglobal.com/news/BRICs/articles/Molycorp_invests_in_wind_power.aspx Molycorp, the Western hemisphere's only producer of rare earth oxides (REO) and the largest REO producer outside of China, is making a significant investment in Boulder Wind Power, which has designed a rare earth magnet powered wind turbine generator that can produce electricity as low as US$ 0.04 per kilowatt-hour. 14/09/2011 http://www.energyglobal.com/news/BRICs/articles/BP_expanding_activities_in_Biofuels.aspx BP has agreed is acquiring the remaining 50% of the Brazilian biofuel company Tropical BioEnergia S.A. from its current joint venture partners for approximately US$ 71 million. 14/09/2011 http://www.energyglobal.com/news/BRICs/articles/Biofuel_production_surged_in_2010.aspx Global production of biofuels increased 17% in 2010 to reach an all-time high of 105 billion litres, up from 90 billion litres in 2009. 13/09/2011 http://www.energyglobal.com/news/BRICs/articles/Mid_September_downstream_news_The_Americas.aspx A brief summary of news from North and South America and Canada. 13/09/2011 http://www.energyglobal.com/news/BRICs/articles/US_DOE_awards_up_to_38_million_dollars_to_advance_Geothermal_energy_development.aspx The US Department of Energy (DOE) has awarded US$ 38 million over three years for projects to accelerate the development of promising geothermal energy technologies and help diversify America's sources of clean, renewable energy. 09/09/2011 http://www.energyglobal.com/news/BRICs/articles/Atlas_Copco_to_supply_equipment_to_Turkish_geothermal_plant.aspx Atlas Copco’s Gas and Process division has won an order to deliver equipment to a turnkey geothermal power plant in Turkey’s Aydin province. The order includes two turbo expander generator trains, which will be able to deliver a total 45 MW of clean energy when the plant goes into operation in the fourth quarter of 2012. 05/09/2011 http://www.energyglobal.com/news/BRICs/articles/GE_acquires_Converteam_for_3.2_billion_dollars.aspx GE has acquired for Converteam, the two companies compliment each other should enhance GE’s existing capabilities as well as helping them break into fast growing regions such as Brazil and Russia where Converteam have already made significant in-roads. 05/09/2011 http://www.energyglobal.com/news/BRICs/articles/Nexans_wins_turnkey_contract_to_supply_and_install_subsea_power_cabling.aspx Nexans wins turnkey contract to supply and install infield power cables for the Riffgat offshore wind farm. The contract for 33 kV submarine power cables to connect wind turbines to the offshore substation includes ancillary equipment and installation. 30/08/2011 http://www.energyglobal.com/news/BRICs/articles/Massive_growth_projected_for_renewable_energy_market.aspx Massive opportunities for growth in the renewables market with revenues that will almost double by 2017 hitting US$ 2 billion. 18/08/2011 http://www.energyglobal.com/news/BRICs/articles/President Obama announces initiative to spur growth of_biofuel_in_US.aspx President Obama has announced that the U.S. Departments of Agriculture, Energy, and Navy will invest up to US$ 510 million during the next three years in partnership with the private sector to produce advanced drop-in aviation and marine biofuels to power military and commercial transportation. 17/08/2011 http://www.energyglobal.com/news/BRICs/articles/APG_comment_on_EPA_greenhouse_gas_reporting_rule.aspx The American Public Gas Association comment on the Environmental Protection Agency’s propositions to amend the greenhouse gas reporting rule. 05/08/2011 http://www.energyglobal.com/news/BRICs/articles/Sino-Burmese_energy_cooperation_fuels_conflict.aspx As Burma and China improve their resources development partnership, concerns have arisen over the impact such the joint ventures will have on conflict and stability in the region. 04/08/2011 http://www.energyglobal.com/news/BRICs/articles/ABB_wins_massive_contract_for_offshore_wind_farm.aspx ABB has won an order worth around US$ 1 billion from the Dutch-German transmission grid operator TenneT to supply a power link connecting offshore North Sea wind farms to the German mainland grid. 03/08/2011 http://www.energyglobal.com/news/BRICs/articles/Technip_launches_Offshore_wind_division_in_Aberdeen.aspx Technip has officially launched its Offshore Wind business, the Aberdeen office will act as a ‘centre of engineering excellence’ and will support the UK and other European offshore wind projects. 02/08/2011 http://www.energyglobal.com/news/BRICs/articles/EIC_Monitor_shows_a_bumpy_ride_on_the_road_to_recovery_for_global_energy_industry.aspx The latest EIC Monitor tracking new active and future projects across the global energy industry shows a mixed bag of results this quarter with power leading the way while other sectors are slightly down. 19/07/2011 http://www.energyglobal.com/news/BRICs/articles/Reflecting_on_the_UK_government’s_plans_for_electricity_market_reforms.aspx The UK government released its White Paper on Electricity Market Reform this week, setting forward its proposals to secure and decarbonise the UK’s electricity market. Jonathan Rowland, editor of World Coal, highlights some of the questions it raises. 15/07/2011 http://www.energyglobal.com/news/BRICs/articles/NPRA_comment_on_the_renewable_fuel_standard.aspx National Petrochemical and Refiners Association has called on the Environmental Protection Agency to reduce unrealistic renewable fuel standard. 13/07/2011 http://www.energyglobal.com/news/BRICs/articles/Doing_it_right_the_first_time.aspx How can the pipeline industry is finding profit in social responsibility? Gordon Cope reports on CSR. 07/07/2011 http://www.energyglobal.com/news/BRICs/articles/Foster_Wheeler_news.aspx Two downstream contracts announced by Foster Wheeler. 05/07/2011 http://www.energyglobal.com/news/BRICs/articles/Canada_switches_to_renewable_biodiesel_blend .aspx As of July 1, the federal 2% biodiesel blend regulations will come into force in Canada, with the CRFA professing the move as beneficial to consumers, farmers and the country as a whole. 30/06/2011 http://www.energyglobal.com/news/BRICs/articles/Biofuel_plant_to_be_built_in_Sierra_Leone.aspx Addax Bioenergy is planning to build an ethanol refinery and a biomass fuelled power plant in Sierra Leone to produce biofuel for export and domestic use, and to provide 20% of the country’s energy needs. 20/06/2011 http://www.energyglobal.com/news/BRICs/articles/Global_refinery_maintenance_and_construction.aspx A round up of recent refinery construction and maintenance news form around the world. 14/06/2011 http://www.energyglobal.com/news/BRICs/articles/Energy_Smart_grids_need_smarter_security.aspx For many industry and government leaders, the evolution to the smart grid seems inevitable. But without similar progress on security, the industry faces major challenges. 01/06/2011 http://www.energyglobal.com/news/BRICs/articles/Biofuels_in_Europe.aspx Marc Gillmann, European Biofuels Technology Platform, discusses the recent trends in the european biofuels markets and how they are affecting refiners. 27/05/2011 http://www.energyglobal.com/news/BRICs/articles/Torresol_Energy_commissions_19.9_MW_Gemasolar_power_plant_in_Spain .aspx Torresol Energy, a joint venture between Masdar and SENER, announced today the commissioning of its flagship 19.9MW Gemasolar Concentrated Solar Power (CSP) plant in Seville, Spain. 25/05/2011 http://www.energyglobal.com/news/BRICs/articles/The_Rise_of_Renewables.aspx During the past few years, renewable energy has continued to rise in prominence and represents a growing piece of today’s global energy market, fuelled by greener politics and the need to improve energy supply and mitigate environmental risk. 23/05/2011 http://www.energyglobal.com/news/BRICs/articles/Renewable_integration_still_a_challenge_for_utilities.aspx The prospect of renewables taking a greater share of the energy mix, as well as additional demand from electric vehicles, poses utilities with a major challenge, say industry experts. 19/05/2011 http://www.energyglobal.com/news/BRICs/articles/Is_Alternative_Energy_Investment_Overlooking _Sunthetics.aspx With global demand projected to reach 92.1 million barrels of oil a day by 2020, it might be time to challenge the conventional wisdom of our alternative energy investment to include a renewable alternative to oil. 11/05/2011 http://www.energyglobal.com/news/BRICs/articles/Biofuels_grants_awarded_to_projects_in_US.aspx The long term aim of the investments is to reduce US dependence on foreign oil and natural gas. 10/05/2011 http://www.energyglobal.com/news/BRICs/articles/IEA_roadmap_suggests_important_role_for_biofuels.aspx The new study explores the benefits to the global economy, environment and energy supply. 26/04/2011 http://www.energyglobal.com/news/BRICs/articles/GT_Solar_receives_93.9_million_dollar_order_from_Powertec_Energy_Corporation .aspx 26/04/2011 http://www.energyglobal.com/news/BRICs/articles/Fluor wins contract to build 20 MW Copper Crossing solar power plant.aspx SunPower Corporation has awarded Fluor Corporation the construction contract for the 20 MW Copper Crossing photovoltaic solar power plant in Pinal County, Arizona. 07/04/2011 http://www.energyglobal.com/news/BRICs/articles/NPRA_annual_meeting_gets_underway_in_San_Antonio_Texas.aspx NPRA president Charles T. Drevna begins proceedings by highlighting the importance of the petrochemical and refining industries to the US. 22/03/2011 http://www.energyglobal.com/news/BRICs/articles/Japan’s nuclear crisis blows open energy debate.aspx In the aftermath of the Japanese earthquake and resulting tsunami, amid fears of a radiological disaster, commentators worldwide are postulating one question: is this the end of nuclear power? Alisa Murphy, CEO, B9 Coal, UK, argues they ought to be discussing the wider energy mix. 18/03/2011 http://www.energyglobal.com/news/BRICs/articles/EU_emissions_cut.aspx A letter from Chris Huhne and EU Environment Ministers to the Guardian newspaper on 30% EU emissions cuts. 14/03/2011 http://www.energyglobal.com/news/BRICs/articles/Groups_challenging_EPA’s_E15_waiver.aspx 10 groups have filed a federal court challenge against the EPA’s E15 authorisation. 14/03/2011 http://www.energyglobal.com/news/BRICs/articles/LNG_supplies_diverted_to_Japan.aspx After the devastating earthquake that struck Japan last week, neighbouring countries are now diverting LNG cargos to help meet the country’s energy needs and keep the lights on. 14/03/2011 http://www.energyglobal.com/news/BRICs/articles/Early_March_US_downstream_update.aspx A news update from refineries across the US. 10/03/2011 http://www.energyglobal.com/news/BRICs/articles/NPRA_urges_EPA_caution_over_proposed_ozone_standards_change.aspx Gregory Scott of the NPRA warns of the potential damages to America’s economy if changes are ratified. 04/03/2011 http://www.energyglobal.com/news/BRICs/articles/Nevada_geothermal_to_purchase_Iceland_America_Energy’s_geothermal_assets.aspx Nevada Geothermal Power Inc. (NGP) and Iceland America Energy, Inc. (IAE) have signed an agreement giving NGP the exclusive right to purchase a 100% ownership of IAE’s geothermal assets in the Imperial Valley, Southern California, for US$ 4,150,000. 24/02/2011 http://www.energyglobal.com/news/BRICs/articles/APGA_on_DOE_budget.aspx The American Public Gas Association comment on the US Department of Energy budget to 2012. 18/02/2011 http://www.energyglobal.com/news/BRICs/articles/Southwest_commissions_largest_solar_dish_in_North_America.aspx Southwest Solar Technologies has commissioned the largest solar dish in North America in order to improve the efficiency of its power generation capability. 16/02/2011 http://www.energyglobal.com/news/BRICs/articles/Shell_future_energy_scenarios_zone of_uncertainty_ahead.aspx Shell has published its report Signals and Signposts. 14/02/2011 http://www.energyglobal.com/news/BRICs/articles/BRE_Trust_issues_Financing_UK_Carbon_Reduction_Projects_report.aspx Funding for small-scale solar, biomass and other carbon reduction projects in the UK could rise significantly if consistent reporting guidelines for these schemes can be agreed, a study from BRE Trust, owner of the UK’s leading building research body BRE showed. 11/02/2011 http://www.energyglobal.com/news/BRICs/articles/Go_ahead_given_Humber_gateway_offshore_wind_farm.aspx E.on has been granted permission to construct a 230 MW wind farm off the coast of Humberside, possibly bringing jobs and investment to the Yorkshire and Humber region. 09/02/2011 http://www.energyglobal.com/news/BRICs/articles/EIC_Monitor_shows_slight_downturn_in_global_energy_industry .aspx The latest EIC Monitor tracking new active and future projects across the global energy industry shows a slight downturn this quarter (Q4: October – December 2010), with the total value of project announcements down nearly 8%. 02/02/2011 http://www.energyglobal.com/news/BRICs/articles/APGA_comment_on_Obama’s_State_of_the_Union_Address.aspx President Obama’s mixed message for natural gas in the State of the Union Address. 31/01/2011 http://www.energyglobal.com/news/BRICs/articles/ExxonMobils_energy_outlook.aspx ExxonMobil’s energy outlook shows rising global energy demand, shift toward natural gas and energy efficiency gains. 28/01/2011 http://www.energyglobal.com/news/BRICs/articles/NPRA_responds_to_State_of_the_Union_Address.aspx Charles T. Drevna, president of NPRA issued the following statement in response to President Obama’s State of the Union address. 27/01/2011 http://www.energyglobal.com/news/BRICs/articles/API’s_response_to_State_of_the_Union_Address.aspx The American Petroleum Institute has responded to Barack Obama’s State of the Union Address: ‘The President cant do more to create jobs’. 26/01/2011 http://www.energyglobal.com/news/BRICs/articles/Praxair_Electronics_wins_new_contracts_in_China.aspx Praxair Electronics has won three new supply contracts with solar customers in China. 24/01/2011 http://www.energyglobal.com/news/BRICs/articles/BP_Energy_Outlook_2030.aspx The BP Energy Outlook 2030 is the first of BP’s forward looking analyses to be published after 60 years of producing definitive historical data in the BP Statistical Review of World Energy. 20/01/2011 http://www.energyglobal.com/news/BRICs/articles/Hawaii_to_switch_to_biofuel_for_electricity_generation.aspx Hawaii Electric Industries has signed an agreement with a local firm to supply them with 14 million gallons of biofuel per year by 2015. 07/01/2011 http://www.energyglobal.com/news/BRICs/articles/US_DOE_announces_loan_guarantee_for_world’s_largest_wind_farm.aspx The Department of Energy has provided a partial loan guarantee on the US$ 1.3 billion loan that will finance the Caithness Shepherds Flat project. 17/12/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/news/BRICs/articles/Developing_geothermal_power_in_Rwanda.aspx The Government of Rwanda has secured loans to help increase its national power output and develop its geothermal resources. 14/12/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/news/BRICs/articles/Babcock_and_Wilcox_awarded_DOE_uranium_contract.aspx Babcock & Wilcox Conversion Services have been awarded a five year US$ 428 million contract for uranium conversion services. 10/12/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/news/BRICs/articles/NextEra_Energy_Resources_purchase_solar_projects_from_First_Solar.aspx NextEra will purchase four Canadian solar projects from First Solar once they have been built, the four solar projects will be capable of developing 40 MW of electricity a year. 07/12/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/news/BRICs/articles/Minnesota_Power_order_Siemens_turbines_for_the_Bison_1_Wind_power_farm.aspx Minnesota Power has ordered 15 turbines from Siemens for its Bison 1 wind farm in North Dakota. 01/12/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/news/BRICs/articles/Chiusdino_geothermal_power_station_opens_in_Italy.aspx Enel Green Power has opened a new 20 MW geothermal power plant in Chiusdino, doubling the geothermal power the company generates in Tuscany, Italy, after the opening of the Radicondoli 2 geothermal station at the start of the month. 30/11/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/news/BRICs/articles/UK_consuming_a_third_more_CO2_than_in_1990.aspx New research from Policy Exchange shows that Britain and the EU are only on course to meet international carbon targets because emissions have been ‘off shored’ to countries like China. 19/11/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/news/BRICs/articles/Plantation_Energy_Australia_signs_export_deal_with_Mitsui.aspx Plantation Energy Australia has signed a four year supply deal with Mitsui & Co., worth over AU$ 70 million. 19/11/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/news/BRICs/articles/Refinery_sales,_closures_and_conversions.aspx Recent refinery sales, closure and conversion announcements from Asia, America, Europe and Asia. 18/11/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/news/BRICs/articles/Australian_Geothermal_Industry_calls_for_more_funding_from_Government.aspx The head of the Australian Geothermal Energy Association has called for more funding for the geothermal industry in line with the grants received by the solar and clean coal industry. 18/11/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/news/BRICs/articles/UK_on_track_to_meet_Renewable_energy_targets_by_2020.aspx The UK is on target to meet its target of deriving 15% of its generated power from renewable sources by 2020 according to a report by The National Grid. 18/11/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/news/BRICs/articles/Foster_Wheeler_to_supply_solar_steam_generator_system_to_Abu_Dhabi.aspx Foster Wheeler AG has been awarded a contract to design and supply a solar steam generator system (preheaters, drum-type evaporators, and superheaters) including interconnecting piping, valves, primary I&C, steel structures, and site advisory services for a plant located in Abu Dhabi, UAE. 17/11/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/news/BRICs/articles/The_energy_world_faces_unprecedented_uncertainty.aspx According to the International Energy Agency’s latest World Energy Outlook, much stronger action is needed to accelerate the transformation of the global energy system. 12/11/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/news/BRICs/articles/Letter_to_The_Times_on_climate_change_financing.aspx A letter from members of the UN High Level Advisory Group on climate change financing. 09/11/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/news/BRICs/articles/Global_energy_industry_holding_steady.aspx The latest EIC Monitor (Q3) shows encouraging levels of new projects emerging across the globe with China, India and the USA having some of the largest new projects. 26/10/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/news/BRICs/articles/Is_EPA_protecting_you_or_the_Ethanol_Lobby.aspx NPRA’s Drevna writes for the Washington Examiner. 26/10/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/news/BRICs/articles/Shale_gas_to_radically_transform_global_energy_landscape.aspx Shale gas will radically transform the global energy landscape and replace other fuel types thanks to new technology, according to Datamonitor. 20/10/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/news/BRICs/articles/UK_not_realising_offshore_potential.aspx Subsea UK’s chief Alistair Bernie has highlighted Britain’s’ great potential in the emerging offshore renewables market and also our shortfalls. By his estimation, the UK is in danger of repeating the same mistakes it made when the North Sea first started opening up. 19/10/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/news/BRICs/articles/UK_government_pushing_greener_agenda.aspx The UK government has announced that it will be looking to invest in a raft of different energy technologies to fill the UK’s energy needs including new nuclear power sites. 18/10/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/news/BRICs/articles/Concept_study_to_be_ carried_out_for_massive_solar_farm_in_South_Africa.aspx Fluor has been selected to develop a conceptual master plan for a potential 5 GW solar farm in South Africa. 15/10/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/news/BRICs/articles/New_research_shows_£3bn_of_lost_revenue_is_blowing_in_the_wind.aspx Carbon Trust launches global challenge to improve access to offshore wind turbines and improve Round 3 economics. 14/10/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/news/BRICs/articles/IFC_invests_$75_million_in_Xinjiang_Goldwind.aspx IFC Invests $75 million in Xinjiang Goldwin as part of the company’s initial public offering on the Hong Kong stock exchange. 14/10/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/news/BRICs/articles/US_and_Iceland_sign_bilateral_agreement_to_develop_geothermal_energy.aspx The US and Iceland have signed a bilateral agreement which aims to increase scientific and technological co-operation between the two nations to develop geothermal technology. 07/10/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/news/BRICs/articles/The_White_House_goes_green.aspx President Obama has agreed to have solar panels installed on the roof of the White House to promote renewable energy in the US. 06/10/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/news/BRICs/articles/Solar_Energy_Ltd_moves_into_nuclear_supply_market.aspx Solar Energy Ltd has announced that it is moving into the lucrative market for uranium exploration to exploit the worlds growing need for power and the US renaissance of nuclear power. 05/10/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/news/BRICs/articles/World’s_largest_offshore_wind_farm_opens_off_Kent_coast.aspx Vattenfall will be opening the world’s largest offshore wind farm today off the Kent coast, southern England. 23/09/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/news/BRICs/articles/CAA_and_GHGs.aspx American Petroleum Institute says Clean Air Act is not designed to address greenhouse gas emissions. 17/09/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/news/BRICs/articles/Climate_change_legislation.aspx Senate Majority Leader Harry Reid said this week that the Senate will not pass legislation this year that imposes a price on carbon. 15/09/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/news/BRICs/articles/Biomass_research_and_development_awards.aspx US Department of Energy awards up to US$ 16.5 million for biomass research and development. 09/09/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/news/BRICs/articles/Developing_better_plants_for_bioenergy.aspx The US Department of Agriculture and the US Department of Energy have formed a partnership that is seeking to develop better plants for bioenergy. 03/09/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/news/BRICs/articles/California_issues_license_for_the_Beacon_Energy_Solar_Energy_project.aspx The California Energy Commission has approved construction of the 250 MW Beacon Solar Energy project. 01/09/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/news/BRICs/articles/MiaSolé _signs _multi_year_purchase_agreement_with_juwi_Solar.aspx MiaSolé is to supply Juwi Solar with 600 MW of CIGS solar panels. 27/08/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/news/BRICs/articles/Nevada_Solar_Works_to_build_solar_energy_projects.aspx Nevada Solar Works is to build up to 1.3 MW of solar powered projects in Reno, at 6 separate locations, taking advantage of state law which allows third-party ownership of renewable energy projects. 27/08/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/news/BRICs/articles/The_rise_of_solar_power.aspx Solar power continues to grow but there are challenges facing this new technology, which has increasingly found favour with the global community trying to break its reliance on fossil fuels. 26/08/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/news/BRICs/articles/Potato_entrepreneur_plans_vodka_petrol.aspx William Chase, the world’s leading potato entrepreneur, is planning the next stage of his tuber driven empire, potato power! 25/08/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/news/BRICs/articles/Matinee_Energy_and_K_and_Co_sign_Pre-Master_agreement .aspx Matinee Energy and K&Co. have signed a Pre-Master agreement to build a solar energy plant in California for up to US$ 200 million. 25/08/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/news/BRICs/articles/US_Recovery_Act_report.aspx New analysis finds US now on track to achieve four major science and technology breakthroughs due to Recovery Act. 25/08/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/news/BRICs/articles/Renewable_energy_loans.aspx The US Department of Energy has extended the renewable energy loan guarantee solicitation. 23/08/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/news/BRICs/articles/FPL_to_build_new_combined_cycle_gas_powered_plant_at_Cape_Canaveral.aspx FPL is to demolish the old plant and replace it with a new combined cycle gas powered plant, which will emit 50% less carbon dioxide emissions. 23/08/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/news/BRICs/articles/Knowledge_economy_generates_new_revenue_streams_for_UKs_renewable_sector.aspx The UK has a wealth of experience and knowledge of engineering, which needs to be exploited more fully if it wants to be a world leader in renewable energy technology. 16/08/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/news/BRICs/articles/Renewables_sector_to_face_skills_shortage.aspx More than 2200 commercial divers will be needed to help build and develop Europe’s offshore wind sector as it rapidly expands over the next six years, according to leading industry analysts. 12/08/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/news/BRICs/articles/Annual_wind_market_report_shows_very_positive_growth.aspx The US DOE’s annual wind market report shows positive growth for the industry as a whole, with record levels of new capacity coming online. 09/08/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/news/BRICs/articles/Ormat_buys-out_Constellations_stake_in_Mammoth_geothermal_complex.aspx Ormat Technologies has bought Constellation’s 50% stake in the Mammoth geothermal complex, and plans to expand capacity. 05/08/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/news/BRICs/articles/Renewable_energy_jobs_outlook.aspx The Bain Report published in 2008 suggests there are 5000 direct full time employees recorded in the UK large-scale wind energy industry and wave and tidal industries combined. 05/08/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/news/BRICs/articles/EU_deal_on_fusion_reactor_finalised.aspx The EU has agreed a deal on the financing and timetabling of a fusion reactor project in southwestern France. 03/08/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/news/BRICs/articles/UK_India_relationship_and_low_carbon_growth.aspx Barker puts low carbon growth at the heart of UK/India relationship. 30/07/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/news/BRICs/articles/Ocean_Power_Technologies_awarded_grant_for_Powerbuoy_technology.aspx Ocean Power Technologies has been awarded a grant for further development of its Powerbuoy wave power technology. 30/07/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/news/BRICs/articles/Renewable_wind_farms_National_Control_Center.aspx The National Control Center for US wind farms is making use of SCADA system. 29/07/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/news/BRICs/articles/EIC_Monitor_shows_continuing_investment.aspx The most recent EIC Monitor which tracks new energy projects has found that though there has been significant investment in the sector, total investment is still down 6% since the same quarter last year. 28/07/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/news/BRICs/articles/PetroAlgae_signs_offtake_agreement_with_Eco-frontier.aspx PetroAlgae have signed a three year offtake agreement with Eco-Frontier to supply biocrude from its licensees. 27/07/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/news/BRICs/articles/French_power_shortages_to_impact_on_UK.aspx Power shortages in France could have a knock-on effect on the UK energy market due to cross channel ownership of UK power stations. 23/07/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/news/BRICs/articles/TAS_Energy_awarded_EPC_contract_for_San_Emidio_geothermal_project.aspx TAS Energy has been awarded a US$ 30 million EPC contract for Phase I of the San Emidio project, owned by US Geothermal. 22/07/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/news/BRICs/articles/Inaugural_Energy_Event_awards_Dinner.aspx The Energy Event will be hosting its inaugural Awards Dinner in September to showcase a more positive side of the energy industry. 22/07/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/news/BRICs/articles/The_future_of_the_energy_industry.aspx What challenges are facing the energy industry and how can they solve these problems? 21/07/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/news/BRICs/articles/Offshore_wind_shows_strong_growth.aspx Offshore wind projects in Europe have shown impressive growth in the first half of 2010 in spite of the economic crisis, however many projects are still being held back by a shortfall in investment. 21/07/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/news/BRICs/articles/Regional_update_Europe.aspx A roundup of downstream news from Europe. 19/07/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/news/BRICs/articles/DOE_releases_report_on_the_impact_of_Recovery_Act.aspx The US Department of Energy has released a report that outlines the economic impact of the Recovery Act in advanced batteries and vehicles. 16/07/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/news/BRICs/articles/Greenhouse_simulates_real_world_conditions_for_research_and_development.aspx ExxonMobil and Synthetic Genomics Inc. advance algae biofuels program with new greenhouse. 15/07/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/news/BRICs/articles/Solar_cell_and_module_market_generates_US$_7.1_billion_in_Q2_2010.aspx According to research by IMS Research, the solar market generated US 7.1 billion in Q2 2010 and they are predicting a further rise in Q3 2010. 15/07/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/news/BRICs/articles/Carmanah_Technologies_Corp._awarded_US$_1.5_million_solar_contract.aspx Carmanah Technolgies has won the contract to supply, install and commission a solar power plant in Ontario with a capacity of 250 kW. 08/07/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/news/BRICs/articles/security_implications_of_Asia’s_interest_in_nuclear_power.aspx Brittany Damora, AKE Intelligence Analyst, considers security implications of Asia’s growing interest in nuclear power. 07/07/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/news/BRICs/articles/Abengoa_Solar_offered_conditional_US$_1.45_billion_loan_guarantee.aspx Abengo Solar have been offered the conditional loan guarantee to build the world’s largest concentrated solar power plant in Arizona. 05/07/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/news/BRICs/articles/Agriculture_and_bio_industries_to_generate_US$_230_billion.aspx A World Economic Forum report has outlined how these industries could potentially generate billions of dollars of income in the US and globally. 01/07/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/news/BRICs/articles/Solar_coal_hybrid_project.aspx Xcel Energy has started its demonstration plant to showcase the viability of such a hybrid plant. 01/07/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/news/BRICs/articles/Industry_chief_calls_for_greater_subsea_focus.aspx Subsea UK is calling for greater support from the UK government to support the sector and help promote its future growth. 30/06/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/news/BRICs/articles/DOE_and_DOI_sign_MOU_to_spur_the_development_in_offshore_renewable_energy_projects.aspx The Department of Energy and the Department of the Interior have announced an MOU, which will strengthen the two departments working relationship on offshore renewables. 30/06/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/news/BRICs/articles/The_US_DOE_is_to_invest_US$_24_million_in_biofuel_research.aspx The US Department of Energy is to invest US$ 24 million for algal biofuels research. 29/06/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/news/BRICs/articles/How_to_save_the_Gulf.aspx Natural Power Concepts has submitted two new oil spill remediation technologies for dealing with the Gulf of Mexico spill. 28/06/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/news/BRICs/articles/Dresser_Masoneilan_awarded_nuclear_contract_in_China.aspx Dresser Masoneilan® has been awarded a contract to supply four Chinese reactors with control valves. 25/06/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/news/BRICs/articles/Energy_Global_launches_Facebook_page_and_joins_Twitter.aspx You can now find Energy Global on Facebook and Twitter social networking sites. 24/06/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/news/BRICs/articles/Abu_Dhabi_swapping_oil_for_solar.aspx Abu Dhabi’s local power company employees have been trained in photovoltaics in order to implement an initiative to increase the use of rooftop solar panels. 23/06/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/news/BRICs/articles/2010_UK_Budget.aspx The Department of Energy and Climate Change highlight points from the UK June Budget. 22/06/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/news/BRICs/articles/What’s_needed_in_an_energy_bill.aspx Charles T. Drevna answers the question. 22/06/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/news/BRICs/articles/US Department_of_Energy_offers_loan_guarantees_to_geothermal_projects.aspx The DOE has offered loan guarantees to geothermal projects in Nevada and Oregon to help them get off the ground. 16/06/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/news/BRICs/articles/Zero_Carbon_Britain_2030.aspx New report says Britain could cut greenhouse gas emissions to zero by 2030, creating hundreds of thousands of new jobs and regaining energy security. 15/06/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/news/BRICs/articles/Abu_Dhabi_to_build_worlds_largest_solar_power_plant.aspx In order to meet Abu Dhabi’s renewable energy requirements and tap the vast solar resources of the region, Masdar has formed a joint venture with Total and Abengoa Solar. 14/06/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/news/BRICs/articles/Practical_Energy_and_Climate_Plan_Act_of_2010.aspx US Energy Secretary Steven Chu sent the following letter to Senator Richard Lugar on 9th June regarding Senator Lugar’s ‘Practical Energy and Climate Plan Act of 2010’. 10/06/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/news/BRICs/articles/Siemens_successfully_co-fires_coal_with_PetroAlgae_biocrude.aspx Siemens Energy has successfully completed the first firing of PetroAlgae Inc.’s biocrude fuel, a plant-based, micro-crop biomass material that is processed into a solid residue. The biocrude fuel was combined with pulverised coal in a pilot-scale burner with a thermal capacity of approximately 4 MBtu/hour. 09/06/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/news/BRICs/articles/Alaska_legislates_to_encourage_geothermal_power.aspx Alaska’s Governor has signed two new pieces of legislation encouraging the use of geothermal power; cutting royalty rates and deregulating renewable energy projects. 07/06/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/news/BRICs/articles/Gwynt_y_Môr_wind_farm_to_be_built_off_North_Wales_coast.aspx The new wind farm will have 160 wind turbines, making it one of the largest in Europe. 04/06/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/news/BRICs/articles/Moray_Firth_to_become_carbon_sequestration_location.aspx The Captain Sandstone in the Moray Firth is being investigated as a possible site for carbon storage due to the salt infused sandstone present there. 03/06/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/news/BRICs/articles/New_UK_energy_bill.aspx New energy bill announced: green focus plus help for North Sea production. 26/05/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/news/BRICs/articles/The_race_is_hotting_up_for_offshore_wind.aspx As the pendulum of public opinion has swung firmly in favour of renewable technology, countries around the world are racing to be the world leaders in offshore wind technology. 21/05/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/news/BRICs/articles/Xergi_to_build_anaerobic_digestion_plant_in_Scotland.aspx Xergi and Scottish and Southern Energy (SSE) have entered into a joint venture agreement to build an €8 million anaerobic digestion plant in Scotland. 19/05/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/news/BRICs/articles/Clean_energy_sees_strong_Q1_growth.aspx The clean energy Industry has defied the global recession and seen strong growth in Q1 2010. 19/05/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/news/BRICs/articles/NPRA_reject_climate_bill.aspx The NPRA have said that the new Senate climate bill should be rejected. 13/05/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/news/BRICs/articles/Global_refining_roundup.aspx A roundup of recent refining news, from refinery output to biomass facilities. 12/05/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/news/BRICs/articles/World’s_largest_cow_manure_biogas_project_to_begin_production_this_year.aspx The Huisham farm, the largest cow manure derived biogas project in the world, is to begin production in September 2010. 07/05/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/news/BRICs/articles/Green_Collar_Energy_Forum.aspx A round up of the main messages from the 2010 Green Collar Energy Forum. 04/05/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/news/BRICs/articles/TransAlta_aims_for_big_carbon_emissions_cuts.aspx TransAlta is looking at carbon capture and alternative energy sources to phase out its coal-fired plants and reduce emissions. 30/04/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/news/BRICs/articles/New_Clean_Energy_act_for_British_Columbia.aspx British Columbia government have enforced a new act that is encouraging clean energy and more jobs. 29/04/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/news/BRICs/articles/Indonesia_to_invest_heavily_in_geothermal_energy.aspx The Indonesian government has spelled out a five year plan to increase its geothermal power output at the World Geothermal Congress in Bali. 28/04/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/news/BRICs/articles/2010_showing_growth_in_global_energy_industry_projects.aspx Looking back at the first quarter of 2010, some encouraging signs of growth can be seen across the global energy industry, according to the latest data from EIC Monitor - the quarterly index that tracks newly announced projects across the global energy supply chain. 27/04/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/news/BRICs/articles/Solar_fuel_producer_Joule_listed_among_worlds_top_10_emerging_technologies.aspx Joule has been listed in the top 10 emerging technologies by Technology Review TR10, for its pioneering solar fuel technology. 23/04/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/news/BRICs/articles/Russia_to_invest_in_Argentine_nuclear_industry.aspx Russia intends to invest millions of dollars in the Argentine nuclear industry following talks between President Dmitry Medvedev and the Argentine President Cristina Fernandez. 16/04/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/news/BRICs/articles/NPRA_challenges_the_EPA.aspx NPRA has filed a legal challenge to the EPA renewable fuel standard rule. 16/04/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/news/BRICs/articles/Geothermal_power_industry_sees_huge_growth_in_2009.aspx According to a new report by the Geothermal Energy Association, 2009 saw a 26% growth in new projects under development in the US. 15/04/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/news/BRICs/articles/Ontario_invests_in_green_future.aspx Ontario has been awarding contracts for a massive programme of green energy generation that it predicts will generate up to CAN$ 9 billion in private investment. 13/04/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/news/BRICs/articles/Nuclear_power_a_necessity_for_Ireland.aspx Ireland must find alternative sources of energy to meet its carbon emissions targets and energy demands. 09/04/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/news/BRICs/articles/Morocco_investing_heavily_in_solar_power.aspx Alongside the US$ 555.3 billion Desertec project, Morocco is planning to invest US$ 9 billion in a solar energy programme. 07/04/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/news/BRICs/articles/SSE_Renewables_secures_£400_million_loan.aspx SSE has secured an additional loan from the European Investment Bank to invest in renewable projects. 02/04/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/news/BRICs/articles/Siemens_to_invest_£80_million_in_UK_wind_turbine_production_facility.aspx Siemens will build a huge wind turbine production facility and create hundreds of jobs in a new government sponsored scheme. 31/03/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/news/BRICs/articles/India_and_US_agree_nuclear_fuel_reprocessing_deal.aspx India and America clear another hurdle to implementing the civil nuclear co-operation bill, and agree procedures for reprocessing spent fuel. 31/03/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/news/BRICs/articles/China_leading_world_in_green_investment.aspx According to a recent study, China now leads the world as the highest investor in green technology. 30/03/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/news/BRICs/articles/Peabody_invests_in_Calera_Corp.aspx As part of its investment into clean coal energy, Peabody Energy has invested US$ 15 million in Calera Corp., owner of technology that converts CO2 into green building materials. 29/03/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/news/BRICs/articles/Bill_Gates_in_nuclear_talks.aspx Bill Gates’ firm Terra Firma is in talks with Toshiba to develop the next generation of mini nuclear power plant. 24/03/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/news/BRICs/articles/Indian_nuclear_power_legislation_stalled.aspx Legislation to cap liability payouts in the event of a nuclear disaster has been pulled by India’s coalition government. 18/03/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/news/BRICs/articles/First_Solar_join_Desertec_project.aspx First Solar have become the first purely photovoltaic power company to join the Desertec Industrial Initiative. 17/03/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/news/BRICs/articles/News_from_BP.aspx A round up of news from BP as the company discusses the Coega refinery and 2010 financial plans. 05/03/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/news/BRICs/articles/Looking_at_the_European_oil_and_gas_industry.aspx A brief look at some of the recent refinery news from the European oil and gas industry. 04/03/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/news/BRICs/articles/China_to_release_ten_year_green_energy_plan.aspx China is to focus more heavily upon developing renewable energy sources under a ten-year renewable energy promotion campaign. 03/03/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/news/BRICs/articles/Processing_news_from_North_America.aspx A brief round up of some recent processing news from North America. 02/03/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/news/BRICs/articles/Ofgem_wants_tighter_regulation_of_UK_energy_market.aspx The UK energy market is in danger of falling short of energy demand and needs tighter controls to ensure enough extra capacity comes online. 01/03/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/news/BRICs/articles/The_future_of_Europe’s_energy_supplies.aspx Europe’s hydrocarbon industry now sits in a precarious position as to the future of its energy supply. Currently Europe is dependant on Middle Eastern and Russian supplies. However, Europe is predicted to become more heavily dependent on external supplies over the next decade. 24/02/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/news/BRICs/articles/Nuclear_energy_industry_receives_boost_from_Obama.aspx The Obama administration has announced a massive loan guarantee to help build two new reactors. 23/02/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/news/BRICs/articles/Eindhoven_invests_into_ITER_nuclear_fusion_research.aspx Eindhoven University of Technology, The Netherlands, is allocating €1 million to a High Potential Research Program aimed at achieving a deeper understanding of nuclear fusion. 19/02/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/news/BRICs/articles/US_Geothermal_solar_energy_industry_looking_for_better_legislation.aspx Renewable energy trade groups are pressuring the US government to pass legislation and speed up project applications for the renewable energy industry. 16/02/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/news/BRICs/articles/North_America_downstream_update.aspx Recent news from the downstream hydrocarbon processing industry 11/02/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/news/BRICs/articles/global_recovery_stalling.aspx In my last column of 2009, I ended on a positive note cautiously claiming that all sectors across the energy supply chain were beginning to see signs of a recovery. Let’s take a look at some of the sectors in more detail. 26/01/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/news/BRICs/articles/Developments_in_carbon_capture_and_storage.aspx An overview of recent developments in carbon capture and storage 19/01/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/news/BRICs/articles/UK_wind_farms_go_ahead.aspx The south east coast of England will see a large expansion of offshore wind energy development as the go-ahead has been granted for companies to progress renewable energy sites. 12/01/2010 http://www.energyglobal.com/news/BRICs/articles/US_EPA_confirms_greenhouse_gases_harmful_to_human_health.aspx The US EPA issued a statement on 7th December that confirms the findings of its investigations into greenhouse gases and human health. 16/12/2009 http://www.energyglobal.com/news/BRICs/articles/Study_of_world’s_top_ten_environmentally_sustainable_oil_and_gas_companies_published_BP_tops_the_list.aspx BP is ranked 1st under ‘alternative energies’ and ‘environmental transparency’ categories of a new study on the most environmentally sustainable large O&G companies. 11/12/2009 http://www.energyglobal.com/news/BRICs/articles/ground_source_heat_pumps.aspx A renewable technology that generates heat from below the ground could produce a third of the UK’s renewable heat by 2020, a report from the Environment Agency has found. 09/12/2009 http://www.energyglobal.com/news/BRICs/articles/wind_farm_new_zealand.aspx Siemens Energy and Meridian Energy have signed an order for the supply of 28 SWT-2.3-101 wind turbines for the Te Uku wind power project near Hamilton, New Zealand. 01/12/2009 http://www.energyglobal.com/news/BRICs/articles/NASA_oil_algae.aspx NASA has been applying space technology to a process that links the production of algae-based fuel with an inexpensive method of sewage treatment. This is done by growing algae in plastic containers filled with sewage floating in the ocean. 30/11/2009 http://www.energyglobal.com/news/BRICs/articles/westinghouse_nuclear_reactors.aspx Westinghouse has now selected one of its largest shareholders as the lead contractor to build nuclear reactors in the UK. Originally, it was thought that Fluor would be awarded the contract. 26/11/2009 http://www.energyglobal.com/news/BRICs/articles/SSE_unveil_plans.aspx Scottish and Southern Energy has announced that it will submit a planning application to develop the UK’s biggest carbon capture trial facility. The trial, which will be held at its Ferrybridge coal-fired power plant in Yorkshire, England, is planned to begin in 2011. 24/11/2009 http://www.energyglobal.com/news/BRICs/articles/streamlining_marine_energy.aspx Marine energy resources around Scotland are the richest in Europe, with the Scottish coast being home to 25% of Europe’s total tidal and offshore wind resources and 10% of its potential wave power. 23/11/2009 http://www.energyglobal.com/news/BRICs/articles/The_increasing_demand_for_energy_in_ASEAN.aspx ASEAN countries have been the subject of fast paced growth over recent years, leading to a growing demand for energy, as well as stepping up the search for alternative fuel sources as oil reserves decline. 20/11/2009 http://www.energyglobal.com/news/BRICs/articles/Global_energy_industry_shows_continued_recovery_across_all_sectors.aspx As we near the end of 2009, all the energy sectors are starting to show signs of recovery, from nuclear power to renewables, this can be seen in the upsurge in project commissioning. 18/11/2009 http://www.energyglobal.com/news/BRICs/articles/Top_10_energy_myths.aspx A new report from the Pacific Research Institute (PRI) explores 10 common myths about energy in America. The aim of the report is to put accurate information into the public domain that might inform those who will be involved in marking up the Clean Energy Jobs and American Power Act in the US Senate. 16/11/2009 http://www.energyglobal.com/news/BRICs/articles/Fossil_fuels_cannot_be_replaced_by_alternative_energy_systems.aspx A report has suggested that alternative energy systems will not be able to completely replace fossil fuels, and a major rethink on the dynamics of the modern world is required to adjust to the changing situation. 16/11/2009 http://www.energyglobal.com/news/BRICs/articles/Joint_Venture_DII_established_to_implement_DESERTEC_concept.aspx A unique industry initiative, DII Gmbh, has been set up with the aim of accelerating the development of reliable, sustainable, and climate-friendly energy supply from the deserts in the Middle East and North Africa. 04/11/2009 http://www.energyglobal.com/news/BRICs/articles/CCS_endorsed_as_key_to_combating_climate_change.aspx Energy and environment ministers from the Carbon Sequestration Leadership Forum’s member nations have endorsed CCS as a vital tool to help fight climate change. 22/10/2009 http://www.energyglobal.com/news/BRICs/articles/five_ways_to_green_existing_power_plants.aspx Our existing fleet of fossil-fueled power plants represents a massive investment. With permits and infrastructure already in place, conversion upgrades can produce fast results at greatly reduced cost compared to new construction. Here are some ideas: 20/10/2009 http://www.energyglobal.com/news/BRICs/articles/australian_pipeline_industry_outlook.aspx The natural gas transmission pipeline industry in Australia is active and vibrant with opportunities for investment in further pipelines and pipeline infrastructure as this demand grows. 18/10/2009 http://www.energyglobal.com/news/BRICs/articles/solar_power_breaking_the_economic_barrier.aspx Electricity generation from solar energy has been around for more than 50 years. Solar power generation will see an exponential growth and the resultant technology breakthroughs and economies of scale will lead to costs which are close to grid parity. Changing industry dynamics provide great value creation opportunities, but taking high quality decisions in the face of uncertainty is critical. 15/10/2009 http://www.energyglobal.com/news/BRICs/articles/offshore_wind_market_status.aspx Offshore wind activity is at an all time high. The next two years will see significant year-on-year growth in terms of capacity installed from projects currently under construction. However, the industry is struggling with the costs of development, which have more than doubled in five years. 15/10/2009 http://www.energyglobal.com/news/BRICs/articles/global_power_sector_recovery.aspx The power sector has undoubtedly been hit hard by the global credit crunch. The good news is though, that we are now seeing some positive signs of recovery, with the sector beginning to slowly bounce back with more money being invested in new projects. 15/10/2009 http://www.energyglobal.com/news/BRICs/articles/nuclear_fusion_a_future_energy_solution.aspx There is no one solution to the global energy crisis, but fusion scientists think that they can make an important contribution. Fusion, if successfully developed, will be both clean and green, producing large quantities of energy from non carbon emitting sources and without the burden of long-term radioactive waste. 30/09/2009 http://www.energyglobal.com/news/BRICs/articles/influence_of_powe_lines_on_pipeline_networks.aspx Increased difficulties in obtaining utility right-of-way and the concept of utility corridors have brought pipelines into close proximity with electric power transmission/distribution systems. Metallic objects subjected to the alternating electromagnetic field will exhibit an induced voltage. Also, power conductor faults to ground can cause substantial fault currents in the underground structure. 30/09/2009 http://www.energyglobal.com/news/BRICs/articles/east_asian_energy_market.aspx East Asia continues to be a vital region for the world economy and the world energy market. This article looks at the four major East Asian economies, their energy markets, and their hydrocarbon processing industries. 30/09/2009 http://www.energyglobal.com/news/BRICs/articles/geothermal_industry_thriving_amid_support_from_federal_programmes.aspx The sheer potential of geothermal power and its value to the US aids its growing reputation as one of the very best options in the nation's growing energy mix. 30/09/2009 http://www.energyglobal.com/news/BRICs/articles/carbon_reduction_plans_suffer_setbacks.aspx Australia's carbon trading plan has been rejected in the same week that the UN strives to make its climate proposals more manageable. 30/09/2009 http://www.energyglobal.com/news/BRICs/articles/unconventional_resources_current_options.aspx Contrary to popular belief, the world is not running out of oil and gas; plenty still remains in the Middle East, Russia and Venezuela. The world is running out of cheap sources located in politically stable countries with open fiscal and regulatory regimes. 30/09/2009 http://www.energyglobal.com/news/BRICs/articles/assessing_biofuel_risk_from_field_to_fuel.aspx One of the key technologies for the realisation of eco-society is the production of biofuels. 30/09/2009 http://www.energyglobal.com/news/BRICs/articles/a_transitioning_electric_utility_industry_embracing_solar_electricity.aspx The US electric utility industry must quickly find ways to acquire and integrate a large percentage of its electricity from clean renewable sources in order to meet existing and anticipated state and federal requirements. 30/09/2009 http://www.energyglobal.com/news/BRICs/articles/coal_and_copenhagen.aspx December sees the UN climate talks in Copenhagen. Tasked with developing a new climate agreement to replace Kyoto post-2012, government negotiators, NGOs, industry, media, and other interested parties will convene to try to work out how the world can meet the challenge of climate change. Carbon capture and storage (CCS) from coal mining activity should be an important part of the discussions. 30/09/2009 http://www.energyglobal.com/news/BRICs/articles/wind_energy_thriving_in_US_but_more_help_needed.aspx With a commitment from US policymakers to domestic renewable energy, the US wind energy industry will continue to grow and provide manufacturing jobs at home, and investment opportunities to the global financial community. 30/09/2009 http://www.energyglobal.com/news/BRICs/articles/british_energy_focus.aspx British companies can be found in all aspects of the energy industry all over the world. A track record of more than 40 years of expertise in exploring and developing oil and gas as well as nuclear energy has created a wealth of experience that is now being used globally. 30/09/2009