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• In spite of abundant energy resources, Saudi Arabia is running low on gas supplies
• Unconventional sources and reduced demand dim the prospect of a pipeline from Alaska - -
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Plunging demand, price volatility
A tough year for the sector has been marked by a glut while oil, an alternative source of energy, rides high. Carola Hoyos analyses the impact
Climate change: Transition fuel or true low carbon option?
Ed Crooks examines whether gas is really an option to reduce carbon emissions
US government: Seeking a place in US energy mix
Sheila McNulty says local supply and lower emissions than coal should give the fuel greater prominence
Saudi Arabia: Kingdom fears fuel shortage
In spite of abundant reserves, Andrew England says the energy giant may soon run low on supplies
Alaska: Doubts raised over demand for pipeline
There are big deposits but as yet little interest in exploiting them, says Sheila McNulty
Russia: Gazprom faces problems at home and abroad
The world’s biggest supplier needs to re-examine its business model, writes Miriam Elder
Iran: LNG facilities now look unlikely
US pressure and ageing facilities are limiting production, says Carola Hoyos
Canada: Hostile locals hard to please
Disputes involving unconventional extraction are set to increase, writes Gavin O’Toole
Larry Nichols, Devon Energy: Independent boss is happy with his lot
The head of the largest US independent discusses politics and the recession with Sheila McNulty
Coal seam methane: Technology turns canary killer into profit centre
Reserves found in mineral deposits may be a lucrative source of fuel, writes Ed Crooks
