Peak Oil

Lest we lose perspective about the origins of out predicament, here are some stories collected by Rice Farmer

Energy news

Gas shortage leaves Prairie pumps dry (Canada)

Despite U.S. oil boom, some states fear fuel scarcity

Solar Dreams, Spanish Realities

I've repeatedly said that our energy-intensive industrial society won't run on renewables. -- RF

Japan Sign Nuclear Cooperation Deals with UAE and Saudi Arabia

Turkey, Japan sign $22 bln nuclear power plant deal

Huge Rocks Found in Coal Deliveries are Threatening India’s Energy Sector

Ukraine, EU discuss energy hub to dilute Moscow's gas power

Parts of federal capital facing water shortage (Pakistan)

Rise of Nat Gas Prices an Enigma (US)

There's nothing baffling about this at all. Because shale drilling is unprofitable, natural gas prices must rise if producers hope to mop up some of their red ink. And if you are interested in reading more about the real story on shale gas, check out the following article. -- RF

Patient contrarians: The natural gas market isn't what it seems

As Oil and Gas Drilling Competes for Water, One New Mexico County Says No

If you can have either hydrocarbons or water, which do you choose? The choice is obvious. -- RF

Outlook grim in Venezuela's essential oil industry

Norway raises oil taxes in bid to ease cost pressures on economy

Iran offers new oil contracts to lure India

Iran to Start Gas Delivery to Iraq in Summer

North Dakota Bakken Weakens to Largest Discount Since January