Research Resources

US Energy Information Administration's Annual Energy Outlook 2010 (May 2010): The Annual Energy Outlook presents a projection and analysis of US energy supply, demand, and prices through 2035. The projections are based on results from the Energy Information Administration's National Energy Modeling System. The AEO2010 includes Reference case, additional cases examining alternative energy markets. To download the report or individual sections, click here.

ExxonMobile's The Outlook for Energy: A View to 2030 (2009): Updated each year, The Outlook for Energy is a comprehensive look at long-term trends in energy demand, supply, emissions, and technology. The report is built upon detailed analysis of data from about 100 countries, incorporating publicly available information as well as in-house expertise. Click here to download the report.

The Hydrogen from Coal Program (2009): Hydrogen and fuel cell technologies have the potential to play a significant role in the nation's energy future. Hydrogen can be produced from a variety of domestic resources and used in highly efficient fuel cells. The US government has invested more than $1.2 billion in the Department of Energy's Hydrogen Program, which focuses on developing commercially viable hydrogen and fuel cell technologies to reverse America's growing dependence on foreign oil and reduce greenhouse gas emissions. To read the program, click here.

Ultra-Deepwater and Unconventional Natural Gas and Other Petroleum Resources Research and Development Program (2009): The Department of Energy's Office of Fossil Energy supports research and policy options to ensure clean, reliable, and affordable supplies of oil and natural gas for American consumers. The Nation Energy Technology Laboratory's (NETL) Strategic Center for Natural Gas and Oil implements a portfolio of Fossil Energy research and development programs aimed at protecting the environment while enhancing domestic oil and gas exploration and production. The 2010 Annual Plan provides a comprehensive outline of the research activities planned for 2010. To read the plan, click here.

DOE Oil and Natural Gas Water Resources Program (2009): The US has abundant oil and natural gas resources. Natural gas and crude oil provide 2/3 of our Nation's primary energy supply and will continue to do so for at least the next several decades, even as we transition to a more sustainable energy future. As population grows, the demands for energy and water resources will increase. Smart development of oil and natural gas resouces will identify, consider, and minimize potential impacts to water resources. The DOE Office of Fossil Energy's Oil and Natural Gas Water Resources Program seeks to address some of the water and energy challenges this nation faces. To read the program, click here.

Shell Energy Scenarios to 2050 (2008): 'More energy, less carbon dioxide.' It's our biggest challenge today. What are the hard truths? What are the right choices? When do we need to make them, and what happens if we don't?" Click here to download the report and view other scenarios.

What You Need to Know About Energy (2008): From the National Academies Press, this report summarizes energy sources and uses, supply and demand, improving efficiency, emerging technologies, and future technology developments. To read the report, click here.