Financial Times Special Energy Report 12/5/11

Volatility to remain dominant feature: Shocks to the sector have undermined stability and growth

Inside this report

Overview: Volatility to remain dominant feature  Shocks to the sector have undermined past stability and growth. Green technology: Clean energy feels the pinch There are both winners and losers, says Sarah Murray.  Nuclear phase-out: Germany faces ‘Herculean’ task moving to renewables Sceptics doubt the transition will be easy, says Gerrit Wiesmann. Motor vehicles: Houston’s commuters plug into electric cars Sheila McNulty examines a scheme that aims to wean drivers off petroleum. North America: US has its eye on oil independence Ed Crooks considers the rising production capacity of the continent.  Gas emission targets: Clouds hang over carbon markets There are fears there will be no successor to the Kyoto treaty, writes Mike Scott.  European proposals: EU planners hint at fairytale future A rosy scenario is being outlined, says Joshua Chaffin. Fukushima fallout: Renaissance in nuclear power generation a long way off Atomic energy has had a setback but is still a choice for many states, writes Sylvia Pfeifer.  Plus much more...