Energy: Resources
Alternative Energy News
Alternative Energy News strives to provide a resource for and raise awareness about renewable energy technologies. The site focuses on current events in the alternative energy industry and links to resources, forums and videos on green technologies.
Last reviewed by globalEDGE on: February 27, 2012
Emerging Markets Online
Emerging Markets Online is a market research service specializing in the energy and utilities sectors of the developing world. A catalog of expert industry databases, market research studies, industry newsletters and daily headline news services as well as consulting services are provided. Only basic headlines and sample reports are available for free. All other services and reports are offered for a fee-based subscription.
Last reviewed by globalEDGE on: February 9, 2012
Energy Bulletin
Energy Bulletin provides an expansive and up-to-date archive on news related to energy and related topics. The news can be filtered by energy type, global region, or related issues.
Last reviewed by globalEDGE on: February 27, 2012
Energy Industry Today
Energy Industry Today is a news service for energy industry professionals, organized by topic or country. Articles require a subscription to view but a free trial is available.
Last reviewed by globalEDGE on: February 27, 2012
Energy Information Administration: Country Analysis Briefs
Provided by the U.S. Energy Information Administration, the Country Analysis Briefs give detailed overviews of the energy resources and usage for each country in the world. The resource is updated regularly and can be downloaded as PDF files.
Last reviewed by globalEDGE on: February 9, 2012
Export.gov: Energy
Export.gov offers a wide range of current industry information and trade leads to help exporters of U.S goods and services get the information they need to compete successfully in overseas markets. This information includes trade events, market research, trade agreements, statistics and data, publications, industry associations, and points of contact for the industry.
Last reviewed by globalEDGE on: May 17, 2012
Green Energy News
Green Energy News focuses on providing current news stories related to renewable energy sources. The site features archives and resources, a calendar of events, publications, and funding opportunities, all promoting environmentally friendly energy.
Last reviewed by globalEDGE on: February 27, 2012
International Energy Agency (IEA)
The International Energy Agency (IEA) was founded during the oil crises in 1973-74 and acts as an energy policy adviser to 27 member countries. IEA focuses on assuring reliable, affordable and clean energy for their citizens. This site features energy statistics worldwide through publications and papers, newsletters, events and workshops. IEA also publishes the World Energy Outlook, an annual flagship publication that is available in most countries language. Most publications and papers require paid subscriptions or pay-per-article; however, universities and developing country clients receive a discount.
Last reviewed by globalEDGE on: November 16, 2011
International Energy Agency: World Energy Outlook
The International Energy Agency’s Economic Analysis Division publishes an annual, comprehensive report about the energy situation around the globe. This report, The World Energy Outlook, looks from 20 to 30 years into the future, and bases its projections on the World Energy Model. The full report must be purchased but the Executive Summary can be downloaded for free and provides an overview of important topics covered.
Last reviewed by globalEDGE on: February 27, 2012
MetaCarta GeoSearch
MetaCarta GeoSearch Energy is new type of search engine that extracts the geographic references from online articles and documents and utilizes that to provide geographic references to all searches. The site provides energy-related intelligence. This service is available through a third party.
Last reviewed by globalEDGE on: February 27, 2012
OilOnline
OilOnline provides updated technology and marketing information for oil and gas professionals from all over the world. The homepage features news from the field, offshore data, an upcoming event and tech briefs. At the top of the page, tabs bring the user to other areas of the site with information on the Oil and Gas industry. While Directories are available to order for a fee, information is readily accessible on the pages of Offshore Engineer, Asian Oil and Gas, Drilling Contractor, and Events.
Last reviewed by globalEDGE on: May 17, 2012
Organization of the Petroleum Exporting Countries (OPEC)
The OPEC website offers an extensive, up-to-date evaluation of the conditions of the global energy environment. It contains statistical information, news reports, information on member countries, and more.
Last reviewed by globalEDGE on: February 27, 2012
Power-technology.com
Power Technology is an online resource intended for the global power and energy industries. The site features a mix of articles covering news, views, and industry updates and trends. The site also provides a comprehensive listing of international events and exhibitions in the energy industry.
Last reviewed by globalEDGE on: May 17, 2012
PricewaterhouseCoopers: Oils and Gas
PricewaterhouseCoopers provides background information on industry sectors globally. This site includes an up-to-date industry environment description, challenges facing the industry and potential solutions, free downloadable publications including annual reviews, and events.
Last reviewed by globalEDGE on: September 8, 2011
Renewable Energy Access
This site provides a current news feed concerning updates and innovations in renewable energy. It has a listing of events and companies involved with renewable energy as well.
Last reviewed by globalEDGE on: February 27, 2012
Solar Energy Industries Association
The Solar Energy Industries Association (SEIA) is the national trade association of solar energy manufacturers, dealers, distributors, contractors, installers, architects, consultants, and marketers. The objective of the SEIA is to expand the use of solar technologies in the global marketplace.
Last reviewed by globalEDGE on: November 16, 2011
The McKinsey Quarterly: Energy, Resources, Materials
A product of McKinsey and Co., the McKinsey Quarterly features in depth articles on 12 different industries including Energy. Articles present companies with advice and suggestions along with industry trends. Interviews with leading industry professionals are also provided. A free registration is required to view articles and Premium articles require a paid subscription.
Last reviewed by globalEDGE on: April 23, 2012
The Petroleum Technology Transfer Council (PTTC)
Petroleum Technology Transfer Council focuses on technology as a driving force of oil and gas production. The site features an extensive calendar of events (most based in the U.S.), a list of industry company links (separated by region), and technology alerts and summaries. They also include an archive of webinars related to the energy industry.
Last reviewed by globalEDGE on: April 23, 2012
U.S. Commercial Service: Energy
The U.S. Commercial Service, a branch of the Department of Commerce, seeks to assist small to medium sized companies develop and execute exporting strategies. This site offers a periodic bulletin that includes market research, trade regulations, and events generated by the world wide market.
Last reviewed by globalEDGE on: August 11, 2011
U.S. Department of Energy
The goal of the United State Department of Energy is to advance security, promote innovation, and ensure environmental cleanup. The site contains sections on energy and the environment, science and technology, energy sources, energy efficiency, prices and trends, and safety and health. A drop down menu allows the user to select a specific state for energy information.
Last reviewed by globalEDGE on: April 23, 2012
United States: Nuclear Energy Institute
The Nuclear Energy Institute offers information on a myriad of topics including caring about the environment, nuclear technology, and power plant safety. Also, the institute provides statistics and information on public policy issues like “top ten reasons why nuclear power is vital to America’s energy policy.”
Last reviewed by globalEDGE on: May 17, 2012
World Coal Institute
The World Coal Institute (WCI) is a non-profit, non-governmental organization of coal enterprises and associations. The Institute aims to improve public awareness about coal through publications, a newsletter and the content of the website. The site includes a wealth of information on the workings of the industry, such as mining, transporting, and pricing coal, along with many statistics.
Last reviewed by globalEDGE on: April 23, 2012
World Energy Council (WEC)
The World Energy Council is the leading global energy organization. Its mission is to promote the sustainable use and supply of all types of energy throughout the world. The site offers statistical data on energy resources and trends by country or region.
Last reviewed by globalEDGE on: November 16, 2011
World Oil
Both national and international events and news can be found on this website, which covers topics including oil and gas, economics and energy, geology, etc. Links are provided as well, where more detailed information can be found. The site also provides a monthly newsletter and a data center with energy industry statistics.
Last reviewed by globalEDGE on: April 23, 2012
World Wind Energy Association (WWEA)
World Wind Energy Association is a non-profit association working towards the promotion and development of wind energy technology with members in 95 countries. Perhaps most helpful on the site are the news headlines and stories, publications on wind energy, and events listings for those interested in becoming involved with the wind energy industry. WWEA has also published an educational website dedicated to inform members about the wind energy industry.
Last reviewed by globalEDGE on: April 23, 2012