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Derentz joins CNA to discuss energy markets and his expectations for COP28

GeoTech Cues May 21, 2025

To build tomorrow’s power grid, the United States should look to geothermal energy

By Sudeep Kanungo, Will LaRivee

Geothermal energy offers a promising solution for stable, reliable baseload power. But to unlock its full potential, the US government must take action to reduce the barriers to entry for industry.
Energy & Environment Energy Markets & Governance
Derentz joins CNA to discuss energy markets and his expectations for COP28

EnergySource Apr 29, 2025

Can Nord Stream really rise from the dead? 

By Alan Riley

Despite recent discussions between Moscow and Washington over restarting the Nord Stream pipelines, legal, financial, and political hurdles make reopening them improbable. Multimillion dollar claims against Gazprom along with US stakes in the European LNG market are likely to severely limit support for Russian gas flows to the EU.
Energy & Environment Energy Markets & Governance
Derentz joins CNA to discuss energy markets and his expectations for COP28

New Atlanticist Apr 17, 2025

How the National Energy Dominance Council can set the US on the path to energy security

By Ellen Wald

The National Energy Dominance Council must act quickly to restore stability to the energy industry amid geopolitical uncertainty.
Energy & Environment Energy Markets & Governance

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Issue Brief

Jan 9, 2020

Election 2020: What’s at stake for energy policy?

By David L. Goldwyn, Andrea Clabough

As the US presidential election in November 2020 draws nearer, the energy policy platforms—including domestic energy, climate change, foreign, and trade policies—from the Democratic candidates, as well as the energy policies of a potential second Trump Administration, have become increasingly clear.

Energy Markets & Governance Energy Transitions

Global Energy Forum

Jan 9, 2020

European energy diversification: How alternative sources, routes, and clean technologies can bolster energy security and decarbonization

By Richard L. Morningstar, András Simonyi, Olga Khakova, Irina Markina

The European Union’s efforts to achieve a carbon-neutral economy present a unique and timely opportunity to strengthen European energy security. What is the EU currently doing to meet its decarbonization goals, address the role of natural gas in Europe’s low-carbon future, and explain the potential for new gas sources, alternative gas routes, and clean energy technologies to reduce carbon emissions? And how can this be done while simultaneously increasing European energy security and opportunities for transatlantic cooperation?

Energy Markets & Governance Energy Transitions
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Global Energy Forum

Jan 9, 2020

The Saudi Aramco-SABIC merger: How acquiring SABIC fits into Aramco’s long-term diversification strategy

By Private: Jean-François Seznec

Throughout 2019, financial markets have watched the planned Saudi Aramco initial public offering (IPO), which was finally launched in December. A quieter, but no less significant, story was the Saudi oil company’s acquisition of SABIC. Saudi Aramco strove to have a successful IPO, especially through increased transparency and diversification, and the SABIC acquisition was a key element of Saudi oil company’s diversification strategy. Going forward, what does the merger mean for both companies, what is the new relationship between Saudi Aramco and SABIC, and what are the merger’s implications for the intricate relationship between the various bureaucracies and leadership in Saudi Arabia?

Energy Markets & Governance Energy Transitions
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Oct 26, 2023

Derentz joins CNA to discuss energy markets and his expectations for COP28
East Asia Energy & Environment

In the News

Oct 25, 2023

Goldwyn quoted in News Room on Guyana’s strategies to manage its new oil and gas industry
Energy & Environment Energy Markets & Governance
Tsuruga Nuclear Power Plant in Japan

EnergySource

Oct 23, 2023

Atoms for Peace 2.0: The case for a stronger US-Japan nuclear power alliance

By Julia Nesheiwat and Shoichi Itoh

Against the backdrop of Russian and Chinese-induced geopolitical instability, Tokyo and Washington should redouble commitments to the peaceful use of nuclear energy.

China Energy & Environment

In the News

Oct 22, 2023

Ellinas in Financial Mirror: Green future needs natural gas
Energy & Environment Energy Markets & Governance

In the News

Oct 21, 2023

Ellinas in Financial Mirror: Supply shortage, conflicts keep oil prices high
China Climate Change & Climate Action

In the News

Oct 20, 2023

Goldwyn was quoted in World Ports on Venezuelan oil sanctions relief
Energy & Environment Energy Markets & Governance

New Atlanticist

Oct 19, 2023

Senator Manchin: The US can ‘leapfrog’ China on clean energy with hydrogen investments

By Nick Fouriezos

Senator Joe Manchin of West Virginia presented his vision for how US leadership on hydrogen can help fuel a net-zero future.

China Climate Change & Climate Action

Transcript

Oct 19, 2023

US Senator Joe Manchin on hydrogen’s role in the clean energy transition

By Atlantic Council

US Senator Joe Manchin of West Virginia discussed US industrial competitiveness and global leadership in the hydrogen sector.

China Climate Change & Climate Action

In the News

Oct 19, 2023

Wald quoted in Univision on the US’ suspension of Venezuelan oil sanctions
Energy & Environment Energy Markets & Governance

In the News

Oct 19, 2023

Wald quoted in Axios on Venezuelan partial oil sanction relief
Economic Sanctions Economy & Business
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Thomas Storch

Distinguished fellow, N7 Initiative

Rafik Hariri Center & Middle East programs

Economy & Business Energy Markets & Governance

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Rabah Arezki

Distinguished Fellow

Freedom and Prosperity Center

Africa Economy & Business

European Leadership Accelerator Participant

Kipkorir Koskei

2025 European Leadership Accelerator participant

Millennium Leadership Program

Africa Energy Markets & Governance

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Ryan J. Lamke

Nonresident Senior Fellow

Global Energy Center

Arabic China

Fellow

Andrei Covatariu

Nonresident Senior Fellow

Global Energy Center

Eastern Europe Energy & Environment

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Liliana Diaz

Nonresident Senior Fellow

Global Energy Center

Energy & Environment Energy Markets & Governance
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One year later: Venezuela’s presidential election and the road ahead 
Americas Civil Society Corruption Democratic Transitions
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