Factions

Dems, GOP Prepare to Do Battle Over Offshore Drilling

House Democratic leaders are trying to hobble together a broad energy bill that satisfies both the pro-drilling and environmental factions of the House. Details of the measure are expected to be unveiled toward the end of the week, as Democrats and Republicans sharpen their rhetoric in preparation for a fierce battle over the issue of offshore oil and natural gas drilling.

September 11, 2008

Pushing the Envelope in Canadian Coalbed Methane

While no one in Canada is predicting a return to rapid natural gas production and export growth rates of the 1980s and ’90s, entrepreneurial factions of the industry refuse to accept the idea it has run out of new supply sources.

August 1, 2005

Long Beach Council to Vote on LNG as Sentiment Indicator

Opposing factions on the city council will attempt Tuesday to get a thumbs-up/thumbs-down reading on the sentiment of Long Beach, Ca, elected officials regarding a proposed $450 million liquefied natural gas (LNG) receiving terminal in the city’s harbor.

June 7, 2005

Hoecker Issues Ultimatum; Industry Considers Delay

FERC Chairman James Hoecker issued an ultimatum to warringfactions in the gas industry last week, saying it is now or neverregarding major new initiatives aimed at a more competitive market,while two other commissioners in speeches in different citiesassured gas representatives they were open to debate andalternatives. But it was not clear that anyone was listening, asindustry leaders reportedly were attempting to forma coalition toask for a second delay – this time for six months – in the deadlineto respond to FERC’s proposals. (See Late Breaking News)

November 23, 1998