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Return of shale? Scenarios for the Trump administration
The first shipment of liquefied natural gas from U.S. shale producers arrives at Chubu Electric Power Company thermal generator in Niigata, Japan (source: dpa)
General info
What's inside
- Shale gas exports to Asia are a win-win for the Trump administration
- They boost investment in U.S. infrastructure and Washington’s international clout
- The biggest gains may be to bolster ties with China and disarm Russia’s gas weapon
Who will benefit?
- Report is targeted to the decision makers in cross country manufacturing – suppliers, manufacturers, logistics.
- Also considered useful for the administrative university facilities, to better understand the possible effects of current decisions.
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