Gulf Pursues Green Energy Investments

Source: GulfNews (8/30/09)

"The Gulf states are expected to collectively spend around $70 billion (Dh257 billion) on energy projects this year. . ."

The Gulf states are expected to collectively spend around $70 billion (Dh257 billion) on energy projects this year to meet growing demand.

The UAE's 10% average annual increase in energy use is double the 4% global rate. This has spurred heavy investments in various sustainable energy initiatives, such as Masdar City, Abu Dhabi, in an effort to reduce the region's dependence on oil.

The alternative energy sector is expected to grow by 25% annually and account for almost 70% of the global energy market through 2030. The sector's current $150 billion share of the estimated $800 billion worldwide energy infrastructure is expected to increase to around $600 billion by 2030. Key issues related to this growth and the Middle East's aggressive investment in alternative energy will be examined during the 2009 Alter Energy Convention running from October 27 to 29 at the Dubai International Convention and Exhibition Centre.

Alter Energy will gather international experts, regional decision makers, and 'green' and renewable energy technology developers to discuss and debate the benefits and challenges of alternative energies.

Announcing Streetwise Live! Events
Source: Streetwise Reports (07/13/2020)

Streetwise Reports is offering 100 investors—at no charge—the opportunity to meet via Zoom with executives of precious metals companies as they discuss recent developments at their companies and upcoming catalysts.

"China's export quota could be opportunity for Canadian miners"

Mexico: Gold's Next Powerhouse Player
Source: Marc Davis, BNW News (11/03/2009)

As the world's key gold producing nations struggle mostly in vain to replenish dwindling below-ground supplies, Mexico is bucking the trend in a big way.

Where Have All the Gold Mines Gone?
Source: Brent Cook, Exploration Insights (04/14/2009)

Given the declining global gold production, mining companies’ demand for reserve replacement and the acute dearth of new gold discoveries, there is no doubt that real economic discoveries will be exceptionally valuable. . .the opportunity for stellar profits is the best it has probably ever been. Identifying the few successes, however, will require vigilant and constant technical assessment of geology and drill results, always with an eye to mine economics.

Congo Completes Mining Review, Says Majors Quit Talks
Source: Reuters (12/20/2008)

"Review process is extended an additional 45 days to allow six companies to return to the negotiating table for direct talks with government ministers."