Energy transition
Burying a problem
As North American power generators prepare for a carbon-constrained world, new coal plants are being built with the option of installing carbon capture and storage technology. And the economics could be about to improve, finds Catherine Lacoursiere
The rush for wood
The international biotrade market is expanding due to surging demand for wood pellets from power generators, but supply problems could lie ahead, writes Catherine Lacoursiere
Commissioner Brownell
US Ferc Commissioner Nora Mead Brownell talks to Elizabeth Autumn about the pressing need for more investment in energy infrastructure in the US
A question of priority
The US Energy Policy Act of 2005 calls for a review of existing power dispatch methods. But replacing today's regional methods with a one-size-fits-all plan throws up many concerns, writes Richard McMahon
March 2006 - Relations with Russia revisited
As Europe becomes more dependent on Russia for oil and gas supplies, it endeavours to maintain good relations with Moscow, while at the same time looking for alternative ways of securing fuel
A comeback for coal
With gas prices soaring, it seems inevitable that coal - the Cinderella of energy resources - is bound to return to the forefront. But how long will it last? asks Eric Fishnaut
Europe goes nuclear
Proposals to build new nuclear power plants in the Baltic states and Poland are gathering pace, finds Maria Kielmas
Anthony Hobley
London Climate Change Services represents businesses that are investing in environmental change. Oliver Holtaway talks to chair anthony hobley
Dr Faith Birol
The International Energy Agency is urging governments to decrease their reliance on oil. Stella Farrington talks with IEA chief economist Fatih Birol
Nuclear fusion R&D
In 50 years, nuclear fusion may be a major source of energy, but until then extensive research and development is needed. To justify the current and future R&D expenditure, a cost-benefit analysis designed specially for this sector is required. David…
To build or not to build
Europe needs more power. But a lack of clear pricing signals and the unknown impact of new environmental legislation is making risk forecasting difficult, and could hinder new plant construction
Matthew Simmons
Few discussions of the world's future oil supply take place these days without reference to Matthew Simmons. He talks to Stella Farrington
Europe - An uncertain future
European natural gas demand is expected to rise in the next three decades. But, as Anouk Honore finds, the overall picture is not easy to predict, and depends on what happens in individual countries - particularly Italy and Spain