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Forging alliances to meet future energy demand

The oil and gas industry is contending with a dynamic global marketplace and an increasingly insistent group of stakeholders. Demand growth is slowing and regulatory pressures continue to impact operations, while available reserves are more difficult and expensive to produce. As the pressure to meet future energy demand mounts, global alliances are becoming more and more critical.

Oil and gas companies need to know how to respond to emerging trends, anticipate risk effectively, improve performance and operate more efficiently. Ernst & Young’s Americas Oil & Gas Center has a clear understanding of how to do this within your industry. It serves as the hub for our network of highly-skilled resources — professionals with deep experience delivering assurance, tax, transaction and advisory services within oil and gas companies.

The Center brings people and ideas together to help companies like yours meet the issues of today — and tomorrow. However complex your challenges, we share information with you on emerging trends and regulations to help you move forward in your business.

You benefit from support in managing your business more effectively — and understanding what’s shaping your industry.

US E&P benchmark study: June 2010

In this study, we examine publicly available information for the top 50 US Exploration and Production (E&P) companies largely representative of the industry for the five-year period from 2005 through 2009. Get an inside look at E&P trends surrounding capital spending, revenues, oil and gas reserves and performance measures.

Carbon market readiness: Is your company prepared?

When exploring accounting, reporting and tax considerations with respect to carbon emissions programs in the US, companies should use a comprehensive approach to comply with current regulations and potential future legislation. Find out what you can do now to prepare for EPA’s new climate change regulations.

Global oil and gas transactions review 2009

Is the slowdown in deal activity any indication of the future? As last year demonstrated, it’s all in the way you view it. While oil and gas transactions appear healthy in upstream, in the downstream world, over-capacity in some regions is likely to drive uncertainty and transactional challenges. Let’s examine the key drivers (pdf, 770.1kb).

National oil company monitor series

In our quarterly reports, “NOC Monitor” offers insight into the changing economic and political landscape around the world, examining activity in partnerships, M & A, consolidations, and government policy developments between IOCs and NOCs. Tap into our insightful publications.

Joint venturing in the oil and gas industry
Yes, the economic downturn has reduced the number of joint ventures (JVs) in 2009, but we’re anticipating an uptick in the near future. When engaging in JVs, the right partner, careful evaluation and an establishment of clear objectives are of crucial importance. See which factors are critical for success (pdf, 635.3kb).
Exploring “what if” in the oil and gas industry

If you are not asking “what if” today, you may be asking tomorrow, “why didn’t we prepare for that?” Scenario planning that considers multiple outcomes can shape sound business decisions. To jumpstart your planning exercises, we bring you through several “what if” scenarios and possible outcomes for the global economy.

Lessons from change: the oil & gas industry

How can you manage your company through the recession and position yourself for growth? After interviewing thousands of oil and gas executives, we identified some overarching themes. From demonstrating operational flexibility to managing risks, we reveal the lessons that could mean the difference between surviving and thriving in the new economic environment.

IFRS oil and gas insights

Do you need to understand the key differences between US GAAP and IFRS, or stay up-to-date on issues oil and gas organizations should consider before a potential conversion? We are pleased to offer practical guidance and valuable insights on this financial reporting language. Learn about the requirements of IFRS specific to the oil and gas industry from our various thought leadership reports.

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