With all the conspiracy theories surrounding OPEC’s November decision not cut production, is it really not just a case of simple economics? The U.S. shale boom has seen huge hype but the numbers speak for themselves and such overflowing optimism may have been unwarranted. When discussing harsh truths in energy, no sector is in greater need of a reality check than renewable energy. In a third exclusive interview with James Stafford of Oilprice.com , energy expert Arthur Berman explores: • How the oil price situation came about and what was really behind OPEC’s decision • What the future really holds in store for U.S. shale • Why the U.S. oil exports debate is nonsensical for many reasons • What lessons can be learnt from the U.S. shale boom • Why technology doesn’t have as much of an influence on oil prices as you might think • How the global […]