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Opinion: Global Oil Supply More Fragile Than You Think

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It makes sense for companies to cut today, but collectively that could lead to much lower supplies in the future. One other factor that could tighten oil markets over the long-term is the fact that Saudi Arabia has churned through much of its spare capacity. That is no longer the case. Today OPEC has only 1.6

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EIA: Top 5 US crude oil suppliers account for 72% of total crude imports; highest proportion since 1997

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Crude oil imports from the top five foreign suppliers to the United States—which in 2012 were Canada, Saudi Arabia, Mexico, Venezuela, and Iraq, in that order—accounted for almost 72% of total US net crude oil imports, the highest proportion since 1997, according to the US Energy Information Administration (EIA).

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BP Statistical Review finds global oil share down for 12th year in a row, coal share up to highest level since 1969; renewables at 2%

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The report also highlighted supply disruptions as one of the major energy events of the year. The “Arab Spring” affected oil and gas supplies—most notably the complete, albeit temporary, loss of Libyan supply—while the tragic Fukushima accident in Japan had knock-on effects for nuclear and other energy sources around the world.

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Alcoa splitting into two companies; expecting 2.4x increase in automotive revenues to $1.8B in 2018

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With proximity to owned refinery operations, its mining reserves will provide a consistent supply of low-cost bauxite. Alcoa has also invested in what it says is the most advanced, low-cost integrated aluminum complex in the world in Saudi Arabia, with the refinery and smelter now fully operational. in 2008 to 20.9%

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Global CO2 emissions up 3% in 2011; per capita CO2 emissions in China reach EU levels

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tonnes per capita, despite a decline due to the recession in 2008-2009, high oil prices and an increased share of natural gas. The largest growth took place in China (+22%), Saudi Arabia (+13%) and Japan (+12%). Including hydropower, total renewable energy sources presently supply 8.5% tonnes per capita. of all energy.

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PHEV's and Water Consumption

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Water Supply, Researcher Says By Jennifer Bogo Popular Mechanics March 7, 2008 "A 30-mile commute in a gasoline-powered car would require the withdrawal of 18.9 Or in Saudi Arabia where they use massive water flooding? Here is the story and the claims. Plug-in Cars Could Drain U.S. The story above even says that.

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