Penn Energy's Coal Industry Reports and Market Analysis

Coal Industry Reports and Market Analysis Asia Pacific Coal Mining Regulatory and Fiscal Regime Report - Regulatory Framework, Rights and Obligations and Key Fiscal Terms Summary This report provides an understanding of the regulatory framework and fiscal regime of the Asia-Pacific coal mining industry, comprising Australia, China, India, Indonesia, Kazakhstan, New Zealand, Thailand and Vietnam. The report includes information about the governing authorities, governing laws and key fiscal terms pertaining to the coal mining industry in the respective countries, with a brief overview of the relevant coal mining industries. This report is built using data and information sourced from proprietary databases, primary and secondary research, and in-house analysis by a team of industry experts. Scope Comprehensive information about the governing bodies, laws and taxation structure concerning the coal mining industries in Australia, China, India, Indonesia, Kazakhstan, New Zealand, Thailand and Vietnam Information on the key fiscal terms applicable to the coal mining industry in the respective countries Information on licensing and permits requirements for operating coal mines in the region Rights and obligations of the coal mining companies operating in the respective countries Brief overview of reserves, production and consumption trends Coal-bed Methane Power Generation Gaining Momentum Globally Summary A number of countries around the world are considering adopting Coal-Bed Methane (CBM) as an alternative resource for power generation. The issue of climate change and burgeoning power demand are driving nations to include CBM in their power mix. Countries that have large CBM reserves and are active in its production include Russia, China, Australia, Canada, and the US. Australia in particular has the highest number of CBM-fired power stations in the world. The market is driven by limited natural gas reserves coupled with rising fossil fuel prices. Scope Identifies the key drivers for CBM market Focuses on Global CBM market development Coal Bed Methane in North America - Market Analysis, Competitive Landscape and Production Forecasts to 2020 Summary This report is the latest report from industry analysis specialists offering comprehensive information on the North American Coal Bed Methane (CBM) market, covering the US, Canada and Mexico. CBM is a key source of unconventional gas. Naturally occurring methane gas in coal seams has characteristics similar to those of conventional natural gas, and can therefore be used for similar applications. The report is compiled using data and information sourced from proprietary databases, primary and secondary research, and in-house analysis, carried out by a team of industry experts. Scope Key growth drivers and challenges for the development of CBM resources in the North American market CBM exploration basins and major companies engaged in CBM exploration and production in several US states Projected CBM production by 2020 for the US and Canada Overview of CBM scenario in the US including reserves, production and major basins with brief coverage of regulations Overview of CBM scenario in Canada including reserves, production, CBM activities in different states and projected production Discussion of coal industry in Mexico including major CBM basins and coal mine methane projects