[E&E seminars] Upcoming Natural Gas Speaker Series Lectures

[Megan Nimura]

Hello!

We will be having another two lectures for the MITei Natural Gas Speaker
Series in March.

Below are the details regarding the event:


LNG - Expanding the Horizons of International Gas Trade
Jim Jensen, Jensen and Associates
March 19, 2009
10a-12p
E19-319

Abstract:

A New Energy Break Point
The Evolving Character of Natural Gas in North America
Peter Tertzakian, Chief Energy Economist, ARC Financial Corp.
March 30, 2009
2p-4p
E19-319

Abstract:
An energy break point occurs when there is significant change in the way
that a society consumes its energy or is supplied its energy.  Over the
course of history there have been numerous such break points‹globally,
nationally or regionally.  A classic example of an energy break point in the
19th century was the transition from whale oil to crude oil as a fuel for
lighting.  More recent examples include the emergence of nuclear power and
liquefied natural gas into the world¹s energy supply chains.

Energy break points are not common events, yet today the dynamics unfolding
around us ­ economic, political, technological and environmental ­ signal
that we are once again entering a period of such radical change.  While the
renaissance in renewable energy is at the forefront of discussion, in the
background there is a major break point underway in North America¹s natural
gas supply. 

What are the catalysts for energy break points?  How is the supply of
natural gas changing in the United States and Canada. What are the
implications of the current break point to overall energy supply, energy
security, environmental sustainability and prosperity?  This presentation
will explore these and other questions and distil conclusions about future
energy scenarios.



Many thanks,

Megan
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megan nimura  |  administrative assistant
energy initiative |  mit e19-370v
t 617.715.5279    |  f 617.253.8013

mnimura at mit.edu


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