Energy and Capital Archives

Utility Scale Solar Technology Heating Up
Mirror Mirror on the Ground, Who's the Cheapest Watts Around? - 2009-07-03
Energy and Capital editor Chris Nelder explains the importance of Interior Secretary Ken Salazar's new initiative to streamline the approval process for utility scale solar power plants, and looks at some of the exciting projects now under way.

Cap and Trade Legislation
It's Not Just a Climate Change Bill - 2009-07-01
Energy & Capital editor Nick Hodge discusses cap and trade and its impact on renewable energy in light of recent legislation.

The Oil Sands of Alberta Canada
The Secret Behind Section 526 and the Alberta Oil Sands - 2009-06-30
Energy and Capital editor Keith Kohl reveals why an Alberta oil sands revival is right around the corner and how investors can get their piece of the pie.

Advanced Water Technologies
Water 2.0 is Coming - 2009-06-30
Energy & Capital editor Nick Hodge discusses the stocks associated with advanced water technologies.

The Renewable Energy Revolution
How to Navigate Peak Fossil Fuels. . .And Profit - 2009-06-26
Energy and Capital editor Chris Nelder offers seven no-brainer paths to energy success in the coming renewable energy revolution.

Renewable Energy Statistics
These Numbers Don't Lie: Live from the Renewable Energy Finance Forum Wall Street - 2009-06-24
Energy & Capital editor Nick Hodge offers a heaping serving of renewable energy investment statistics and his bottom line on cleantech stocks.

The Facts on Methane Gas Hydrates
How to Avoid this Natural Gas Investment Sinkhole - 2009-06-22
Energy and Capital editor Keith Kohl reveals why gas hydrates may be a natural gas sinkhole for investors.

"Indeflation" and "Compartflation"
Have We Reached an Inflection Point in Economics History? - 2009-06-19
Energy and Capital editor Chris Nelder deconstructs the inflation/deflation debate and conjectures that we may have reached an inflection point in economic history, where the price at which energy is high enough to sustain new production is the same price at which things become too expensive, leaving us no option but to downsize.

Global Biofuel Outlook
10-15 Year Biofuel Outlook "Very Positive" - 2009-06-19
A new report shines light on opportunities in biofuels around the world, though the near-term outlook in many places remains bleak.

Water Problems & Solutions
Whiskey's for Drinkin', Water's for Investing - 2009-06-17
Energy & Capital editor Nick Hodge discusses water problems and solutions as the topic continues to gain political and media attention.

2009 Crude Oil Forecast
$100 Oil Is Right Around the Corner - 2009-06-15
Energy and Capital editor Keith Kohl reveals his 2009 crude oil forecast and why oil prices might soon be over $100 per barrel again.

Arctic Oil and Gas Challenges
Who Will Win the Race to Develop the Arctic? - 2009-06-12
Energy and Capital editor Chris Nelder reviews some of the challenges that face Arctic oil and gas development as reported by speakers at the Offshore Technology Conference 2009.

Algae Biodiesel
Can It Replace All Our Transportation Fuels? - 2009-06-10
Energy & Capital editor Nick Hodge discusses the potential of algae biodiesel now that the DoE has published a "roadmap" dedicated to the cause.

The Horn River Basin
The Best-Kept Secret in Natural Gas Discoveries - 2009-06-09
Energy and Capital editor Keith Kohl reveals a new shale play that will help Canada avert a natural gas crisis.

Oil Price Outlook
Underinvestment Now Means Shortfalls after Recovery - 2009-06-08
With oil prices down, investment in new supplies is already dwindling. A new Economist report highlights some of the potential outcomes.

Arctic Oil Reserves
Is there A Bonanza Waiting At the North Pole? - 2009-06-05
Energy and Capital editor Chris Nelder summarizes a new USGS report on the oil and gas potential of the Arctic.

Battery Power Stocks
The Case for Energy Storage - 2009-06-03
Energy & Capital editor Nick Hodge discusses battery power stocks, and why investing in them now is a ground-floor opportunity.

Uranium Price Outlook
3 Top Uranium Plays for Investors - 2009-06-02
Energy & Capital editor Keith Kohl reveals why 3 uranium plays stand to make investors a considerable gain.

Plutonic Wind Energy
Run of River and Wind Company Keeps It Up - 2009-06-01
A couple of weeks back, I wrote about the changing investment landscape for run-of-river hydropower stocks in E&C's sister publication, Green Chip Review...

Battery Technology Stocks
Buffett Goes Long Battery - 2009-05-29
Energy & Capital editor Nick Hodge discusses battery technology stocks in light of Warren Buffett's recent foray into the sector.

Oil Prices to Rise
Saudis See $150 - 2009-05-27
Make no mistake, recent low oil prices are only a function of the recession.

Oil Implications for Cleantech Investors
What Cleantech Investors Need to Know About Oil Prices - 2009-05-27
Energy and Capital editor Chris Nelder explains the fundamentals of peak oil and oil prices, to help cleantech investors understand how oil affects the investment outlook for renewable energy.

Investing in Water Companies
A Profit Bridge to Somewhere - 2009-05-22
Energy & Capital editor Nick Hodge discusses investing in water companies by following the multi-billion dollar federal money trail dedicated to the cause.

Green Consumerism Greendex Survey
India, Brazil, China Lead "Green" Consumers - 2009-05-21
In addition to growing electricity and automobile access in places like China, India, and Brazil, consumers in those countries top global surveys in their expressed desire to cultivate "green" consumption habits.

Updated Oil Price Outlook
Weighing The Factors Affecting Oil Prices - 2009-05-20
Energy and Capital editor Chris Nelder weighs the bullish and bearish factors affecting oil prices, and advises caution in the near term but accumulation for the long term.