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BNEF, Snam, IGU report finds global gas industry set to resume growth post-pandemic; low-carbon technologies for long-term growth

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After growing by more than 2% in 2019, global gas use is set to fall by around 4% in 2020, as the COVID-19 pandemic reduces energy consumption across the global economies. The report shows that medium-term growth will come from increasing cost-competitiveness and increased global access to gas. Low-carbon gas.

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GE, Rosneft to pursue opportunities in Russia’s oil and gas industry, including Arctic offshore

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GE and OJSC Rosneft signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) that lays the foundation for the two companies jointly to evaluate and develop commercial opportunities in oil and gas exploration and production in the Russian Federation. In addition, the Company participates in several exploration projects in Kazakhstan and Algeria.

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Study reports non-US global shale gas recoverable resources of 5,760 Tcf; global shale gas boosts total recoverable natural gas resources by 40%

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Map of 48 major shale gas basins in 32 countries. Initial assessments of 48 shale gas basins containing almost 70 shale gas formations in 32 countries suggest that shale gas resources, which have recently provided a major boost to US natural gas production, are also available in other world regions. Source: EIA.

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SEAT to introduce 500 km MEB-based EV, Leon PHEV in 2020

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Built on the Volkswagen Group’s MEB platform, the new EV will feature a range of 500 km (311 miles). In addition, the brand will remain committed to vehicles powered with compressed natural gas (CNG) as well as internal combustion engines. SEAT, a member of the Volkswagen Group, will introduce its first fully electric vehicle in 2020.

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Opinion: How Much Longer Can OPEC Hold Out?

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Containing some of the largest proven oil and gas reserves in the world, Venezuela is one of the founding members of OPEC. An OPEC member since 1971, Nigeria''s oil and gas sector represents about 75% of its total government revenues and 95% of its total export revenues. Venezuela’s Woes. Nigeria’s dilemma. Iraq’s Issues.