Geopolitics of Energy
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In 2008 the world experienced the highest prices ever for oil followed by the largest collapse in oil prices in history. The world is now in a recovery phase following one of the deepest and longest economic downturns going back to the 1930's. With global energy demand in a state of flux all eyes are focused on the economy. The economic relationships that drive oil and energy prices has changed, however one thing that has not changed is the ongoing threat of disruptions in supply resulting from the many potential Geopolitical hotspots around the world.

This two-day intensive programme will give you an excellent overview of the current state of the world's energy situation, the problems from both the producing and consumer perspectives, as well as the pitfalls, economics and what might be on the horizon.

WHO SHOULD ATTEND
The course is applicable to all levels of the energy infrastructure, oil, natural gas, electricity and coal as well as trading operations, hedging, operations, hedge funds, the media and academia. Individuals in every functional area of responsilbity in all energy industries whose decisions have significant financial impact will benefit from this program.

COURSE CONTENT
  • What are the major geopolitical themes influencing oil? Questions along these lines have increased in importance since 9/11 and the invasion of Iraq.
  • How stable is Saudi Arabia?
  • Could oil become a political weapon if the major producers suffered a regime change?
  • How are OPEC decisions arrived at?
  • What role does OPEC play in the world oil markets?
  • What are the geopoliltical factors influencing Russina and other non-OPEC producers and exporters?
  • How stable are the new producers of teh Caspian?
  • What are the geopolitical factors influencing policies in consumer nations?
  • How secure are energy supplies in the face of a terroist attack?
  • what are the factors creating and impacting volatility of eneryg prices?
  • What are the oil policies of both producing and consuming states?
  • How does China and the rest of asia impact the U.S. and Europe?
  • When will alternative and renewable fuels play a role and what cost to oil?

 
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Duration2 days
 
£1,345
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