Entries by ARC Energy Research Institute

North American Natural Gas: Could the Future be Brighter?

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North American natural gas producers have had a tough few years and COVID-19 related demand destruction has only made things worse. But could the situation turn around this winter?   On this week’s episode we discuss the current state of North American gas markets, including the significant share of continental gas that is a by-product of oil wells.  With US oil production set to decline, natural gas supply will also shrink. To fill the void, growth from major gas […]

America’s Addiction to Foreign Oil: Get Ready for a Relapse

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In 2006, President George W. Bush said America was “addicted to oil” and set a goal to reduce Middle Eastern imports. Over the next decade, technology (not policy) caused a surge of North American oil production. Consequently, the dependence on foreign oil was diminished. But now North American production is set to decline.   On this week’s episode, we consider what actions US policy makers could take to avoid a relapse in their addiction to foreign oil.  What […]

Oil: I’m Not Dead!

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Some Canadian Federal politicians are claiming that oil is dead, never to return from the COVID-19 demand collapse. Instead, oil is alive and kicking. It is reminiscent of the famous Monty Python plague scene when someone tries to drop off a live body.  With half of the world’s population under lockdown, oil consumption fell just […]

Certified Responsible Energy Supplier: An Interview with Seven Generations CEO, Marty Proctor

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On this week’s podcast we interview Marty Procter, President, Chief Executive Officer and Director of Seven Generations Energy (7G).  He reflects on the evolution of the firms ESG culture and communication, from the early days to the new supply agreement 7G was awarded because they were certified as a responsible energy supplier. 7G has been […]