OPEC
We Asked an Expert What the Hell Is Going On with the Price of Oil
Potential price wars between energy supplying nations, an Organization of Petroleum Exporting Countries (OPEC) not keen on cutting production that could stabilize the market, and conspiracy theories about market manipulation by key players abound.
These Nations Might Have the Most to Lose With a Global Climate Deal
While nations like the US might see only minor economic impacts from transitioning to clean energy, OPEC nations face serious challenges with lower fossil fuel consumption.
Russia's Economy Is a Mess — and Its Problems Aren't Going Away
As the value of Russia's currency declines and its citizens endure a deepening recession, it's unclear how the country will manage what could be its longest slump in decades.
Canada's Oil Rig Slowdown (Excerpt from 'Alberta’s Boom Time Hangover’)
Oil and gas exploration is slowing down in Alberta. VICE News meets the CEO of a small oil and gas company who's keeping his drills in operation, despite the declining oil prices.
Alberta's Boom Time Hangover
Canada sells 99 percent of its oil — its number one export — to the United States. Does that make good business sense?
Alberta's Boom Time Hangover (Trailer)
Coming soon: Canada sells 99 percent of its oil — its number one export — to the United States. Does that make good business sense?
Countryside Near London's Gatwick Airport Might Be Hiding Billions of Extra Barrels of Oil
As many as 100 billion barrels of oil could be lying under the ground in southern England. The discovery has been hailed as "very significant," but environmental activists are concerned.
Here’s the Harper Government’s Game Plan for the Next Four Months
Security, justice, and a (hopefully) balanced budget are all on Harper's to-do list.
Low Oil Prices Are Killing the Fracking Industry, but the Tar Sands Will Be Fine (for Now)
The current slump in oil prices could spell the end of North American fracking, but will price volatility mean trouble for the more financially stable tar sands?
Low Oil Prices in the New Year Are Screwing Petrostates
The combination of an oversupply of crude in world markets and diminishing international economic growth and demand has brought high anxiety to countries that rely on oil exports.
Falling Ruble Sparks Panic Buying Among Russian Shoppers
Russian shoppers are forming long lines in the rush to snap up consumer goods — for both investment purposes and over fears of massive price hikes.
Ezra Levant's Conspiratorial Rhetoric Was Applauded by Oil Execs in Peace River, Alberta
Sun News talking head and 'Ethical Oil' author Ezra Levant was hired to give the keynote speech at this year's Peace Oil Sands Conference and Trade Show in Peace River, Alberta, the town where residents have abandoned their homes due to toxic air. He...