Introduction to Shale Gas & LNG

Day One: Shale Gas

The development of shale gas production has caused a paradigm shift in the natural gas market.

The shear size and locations of the production areas has made shale gas the most significant change to the North American energy complex in the last ten years.

With the pending impact of shale gas on the complex, it is critical to understand all the implications and issues associated with this new production.

Topics covered include:

• History of Shale Gas Production: The beginning to present day.
• Extraction Methods “The Revolution”: The development of the current extraction methods.
• Location and size of Production Areas: Where the fields are located, the estimated reserves, why it all matters.
• Environmental concerns: What are the issues surrounding development and extraction of shale gas.
• The Impact of Shale Supply on the North American Market: Analysis of the drivers changing the NA marketplace.

Global Implications: How and why shale gas production will impact the global market.

Day 2: LNG

Understand the role of LNG in the current energy market place as well as the future projections for LNG.

From the macro-economics which drive the product to developing the physical infrastructure, all elements of the LNG market place will be examined. You'll be engaged in the fundamentals as well as the economic and political factors which impact the LNG market.

Topics covered include:

• LNG market overview: Review of LNG on a macro level, introduces the product to the audience.
• What is LNG: A detailed evaluation of what LNG actually is and why that matters.
• How the Process Works: An evaluation of the process for creating LNG both on liquefaction and de-liquefying.
• LNG Tankers: Analysis of the types of ships, the fleets, the locations, and shipping dynamics.
• The North American Infrastructure: A break down of the NA LNG terminals, capabilities and future expansions.
• Regulation: A look at the current and proposed regulation that drives the market.

The LNG Market Place: How and why the marketplace works. Key drivers and what the future holds.