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The Outlook for Unconventional Gas in East Asia

China shale gas 2 At the Energy Studies Institute (ESI) we have recently completed a study examining the outlook for unconventional gas production in East Asia, focusing on shale gas and coal-bed methane in China, Indonesia and Vietnam. We paid particular attention to the ‘above ground’ factors which may support or constrain production. Our … Continue Reading ››

China‘s international energy strategies at a time of low prices

China Latin America The current low level of international energy prices will not only affect China’s macro-economy and its domestic energy sector, as discussed in last month’s column, but it will also have some consequences for the country’s international engagement in the energy arena. Whilst low prices have the potential to reduce the country’s … Continue Reading ››