Will the industry be able to meet capital investment and growth expectations?
The Energy Policy Act of 2005 gave states a new federally enforceable right to access holding company books and records, but concern remains that some of these initiatives may run counter to the goal of capital attraction.
The Geopolitical Risks of LNG
To many energy-industry analysts, 2005 is a make-or-break year for the U.S. gas market. If we don't have at least several liquefied natural gas (LNG) terminals in construction by the end of the year, the country arguably will face serious gas-supply shortages and price spikes beginning in about 2008.1
How the filed-rate policy wreaks havoc — and what courts can do about it.
The conclusions made by the NPC gas study raise more questions than they answer.
While NAESB and NERC struggle over the issue, North America steadily drifts toward unreliability.
Commission policies need to recognize customer obligations and state commission decisions.
Commission Watch
CPUC questioned historic oversight authority.
To guarantee the continued growth of liquefied natural gas (LNG) importation and use in the United States, the energy industry needs to pay close attention to govern the regulation, siting, and operation of LNG import terminals-issues traditionally overseen by the federal government.
A new FERC decision veers away from congressional intent not to burden intrastate pipelines with interstate policies.
Despite development challenges, LNG capacity is destined to play a bigger role in the U.S. energy mix.
A Risky Business Utilities wrestle with how much to charge for their product.