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The U.S. Solution to Peak Oil: Ten Billion Barrels or Bust - 2007-05-01
The U.S. government's latest plan to save us from peak oil comes from the Department of the Interior. The latest ploy is to exploit offshore oil targets in Federal waters. It may not help, but at least our government's last stand against peak oil gives us another chance to reap the benefits.

The Reality of Peak Oil - 2007-04-26
There are two words that you will never hear again in the same sentence—"cheap" and "oil." The reality is that peak oil isn't around the corner--it's already here. The fact is that oil prices have tripled in less than seven years. And you can expect oil to break record price levels again in a matter of months.

Fueling our Future Energy Needs - 2007-04-17
By 2030, the world will still be grasping for fossil fuels to meet its power demands. And despite the recent clamor for the development of renewable resources, the three major fossil fuels--oil, coal and gas--will be vital to the world's future energy needs.

An Unconventional Solution - 2007-04-05
Oil prices are almost guaranteed to remain at higher levels. And the need for the U.S. to kick its Middle Eastern oil addiction is crucial. Now is the time to figure out just how we’re going to satisfy our oil demand.

Postponing the Effects of Peak Oil - 2007-04-03
In honor of the U.S. Government Accountability Office's (GAO) report warning us of the effects of peak oil, this week we'll examine its recommendations on how to delay the catastrophe.

The Dirt on Coal - 2007-03-30
Since U.S. domestic oil, natural gas and uranium are all past their peak production levels, many observers have pointed to coal as the next big practical source of usable hydrocarbons. They expect many users of those fuels to switch over to coal, which is abundant in the U.S., “the Saudi Arabia of coal.”

In Oil We Trust - 2007-03-29
For the past two weeks, I've bombarded you with the gloom of oil's future. I apologize for the doomsday antics, but it's hard not to be gloomy about Middle Eastern oil.

The End of Oil - 2007-03-27
Last week we explored global peak oil. We concluded that oil prices are going to skyrocket in just a few short years. This week I'd like to examine the state of peak oil in the United States. And, more importantly, figure out just how we're going to avoid the crash.

The Deception Behind Oil's Future - 2007-03-22
Oil prices over the next ten years are going to alter the way our world operates. Peak oil is the reason. Oil companies may denounce peak oil as a “myth,” but in a few short years they’ll have nothing more to hide behind.

Uranium Still Booming - 2007-03-21
After uranium's record price jump this week, it looks like $100 per pound will come sooner than anticipated. And if you haven't established yourself in this bullish trend, you may want to reconsider your position.

The Little Cartel That Could? - 2007-03-20
Baltimore, MD--Despite some obvious complications, it appears that a "gas OPEC" will formed in a matter of weeks. Yet the effect of a natural gas cartel doesn't pose any short term threat, and it raises the question, "Why bother?"

Liquefied Natural Gas Makes a Global Debut in 2007 - 2007-03-15
Liquefied natural gas (LNG) is about to take a major step onto the world stage as the Imex starts trading spot contracts.

North Sea under Fire from Peak Oil - 2007-03-06
The North Sea peaked more than eight years ago. And peak oil has disrupted the North Sea's oil production to the point that the UK is scrambling to exploit its vast reserves. But will they abandon their aging fields for greener arctic oil pastures?

Iran Still Enriching Uranium...and Looking for Higher Oil Prices - 2007-03-05
This past weekend the U.N. was unable to implement a second resolution on Iran and its nuclear program. But new measures are already under discussion to follow up on the December 23 action that placed trade sanctions on certain nuclear materials.

China's Oil Dilemma - 2007-03-01
Tensions in the Middle East are about to reach a boiling point. Where will the oil importing countries of the world turn when the balloon goes up?

Venezuela's Real Enemy - 2007-02-19
Taking a page from the Nigerian playbook, the menacing voices of al Qaida barked again last week. Once again they reiterated their threat to drain the West of the oil it needs to survive. In a statement posted on an al Qaida website, the group urged its fellow Muslim militants to attack oil facilities all over the world, including those in Canada, Mexico, and Venezuela.

The Renewed Stake in Oil Shale - 2007-02-13
Oil shale is about to make another break for the energy spotlight. The U.S. has just given the green light for development, but utilizing Colorado's massive reserves has always been a risky venture.

Oil's Geopolitical Price - 2007-02-12
When it comes to the price of oil lately, one thing is for certain-it’s been volatile.

Is Oil's Ride Almost Over? - 2007-02-09
Big oil companies are scrambling to keep their reserves up. Land wells are showing signs of depletion. And the recent surge in offshore drilling could be oil’s final frontier.

Waging Economic War on Iran - 2007-02-06
Energy dependence is not a problem just for the United States. Iran is also plagued by its own energy needs.

Oil, Chavez, and the Orinoco Belt - 2007-02-05
With the lightning speed that only a would-be dictator can muster, Hugo Chavez grabbed power in Venezuela last week. Greedily grabbing all the levers of authority, Chavez made the next move in his promise to deliver utopia to his people. And when all of the votes had been counted, Chavez promptly took his place in the string of history’s other leaders who also boldly proclaimed, "I am the state."

A Civil War inside OPEC - 2007-02-02
A showdown within OPEC may soon erupt. Iran and Saudi Arabia are at odds over oil cuts. Could this fissure lead to OPEC’s dissolution?

An OPEC of a Different Color - 2007-01-30
Looming on the European horizon may be a new type of "natural gas OPEC" led by Russia. The secret to its success, however, will be its ability to operate under the global radar.

Canadian Cure for the Middle East Blues - 2007-01-26
Perhaps the most critical aspect of curbing our appetite for oil is decreasing our dependence on the Middle East. But if we are ever going to get serious about it the question then becomes, where will we make up the shortfall? The answer may lie with our neighbor to the north.

Cheated by the Heat - 2007-01-23
The weekly trip to your local gas station may be costing you more than you think. In fact, so-called “hot gas” is costing consumers like you and I billions of dollars every year.

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