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Natural gas Insights
Contracting Wisely for T1 Can Reduce Costs
September 2008
The T1 semi-unbundled service offered by Union Gas provides larger gas users with the chance to reduce costs on distribution, but only if they contract wisely. Customers too often "over-contract" for T1 and miss a chance to reduce their costs. Read more >>
OEB Consults on Low Income Energy Consumer Issues
September 2008
The Ontario Energy Board is consulting with stakeholders on issues concerning low income energy consumers and their use of natural gas and electricity. The discussion has attracted a broad range of interests including large-volume consumers. Read more >>
Managing Cost and Risk with a Supplier Portfolio
August 2008
For commodities such as natural gas a strong relationship with a single supplier doesn't lead to improvements in cost or quality. In the worst case, using a single natural gas supplier can create financial risk. Read more >>
Day Ahead Markets
August 2008
While natural gas operates on a day ahead market, power market prices change every five minutes throughout the day. The timing difference between the purchase of gas and the sale of power can present a substantial challenge for power generators. Read more >>
The Role of LNG in North American Markets
June 2008
Liquefied Natural Gas can benefit consumers and suppliers as it allows for natural gas to reach destinations that would be unreachable with conventional pipelines. In an environment of rising natural gas prices, can LNG provide the additional supply needed to reduce prices in North America? Read more >>
Key Considerations for CESOP and CHP
June 2008
If your organization is considering participation in the Ontario Power Authority's Combined Heat and Power (CHPII) request for proposal or the Clean Energy Standard Offer Program (CESOP), you need to give careful consideration to key elements of your gas supply strategy before you submit your proposal. Careful planning before submitting your proposal can ensure that you have taken full advantage of the OPA programs to manage your risks. Read more >>
Oil and Natural Gas: Are the Prices Linked?
May 2008
There has been an ongoing debate surrounding the relationship between the price of natural gas and the price of oil. What's behind this theory and how does it stand up to historical pricing data? Read more >>