A timely blessing or faltering prophecy?
Expectations remain high that shale gas can provide the world with a clean and affordable source of energy. However, companies cannot succeed in its commercial extraction without firmer gas prices and public support. Ruud Weijermars and Crispian McCredie, Alboran Energy Strategy Consultants, examine the main challenges and opportunities that lie ahead for Europe.
Article details
Journal title: Petroleum Review
Region: Europe
Publisher: Energy Institute
Keywords: shale gas - Unconventionals
Subjects: Banking, finance and investment, Management and commerce, Risk management, Policy and Governance, Planning and Design, Economics, business and commerce, Oil and gas extraction, Shale gas, Primary energy production