Energy Perspectives

A vision of energy for sustainable economic growth

By The World Economic Forum, in partnership with IHS CERA | 20 April 2012

The energy industry is undoubtedly an engine of growth. But how does it contribute to economic growth and employment which are so critical in a troubled global economy? World Economic Forum reports.

Japanese renewable energy industry explores new frontiers

By Hiroshi Hashimoto, the Institute of Energy Economics, Japan (IEEJ) | 17 April 2012

Offshore wind turbine projects are becoming a centre of focus these days, mainly due to reduced availability of space onshore and technological limit of enlarging turbine sizes for efficiency.

Asian premium on gas strikes LNG importing countries

By Hiroshi Hashimoto, Institute of Energy Economics, Japan (IEEJ) | 17 April 2012

An analysis of the impact of soaring LNG prices in Asia.

Donald Sadoway: The missing link to renewable energy

TED.com, 22 March 2012

What's the key to using alternative energy, like solar and wind?

The brewing resource grab in the North Pole

By Dr Anis H Bajrektarevic, University of Applied Sciences IMC-Krems | Republished 13 April 2012

Climate change has hit the Arctic more widely than other regions. Yet this threat to the environment has also given rise to economic opportunities for the world.

Five energy technologies to watch for

By Matt Rogers, McKinsey | Republished 2 April 2012

Innovation in energy technology is taking place rapidly. Five technologies you may not have heard of could be ready to change the energy landscape by 2020.

Trade dispute, protests highlight global demand for rare earth minerals

By Melissa Low, Energy Analyst, Energy Studies Institute | 2 April 2012

Rare earth elements are attracting attention today, thanks to the trade disputes and a highly-controversial rare earth processing facility in Malaysia.

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