IPD EnergyNet
Our thought provoking and timely analysis of the energy industry offers IPD clients a unique local perspective that enables them to better understand energy dynamics and create opportunity.
Venezuela
Possible Return to Mexico Talks and the Ongoing Need to Influence U.S. Sanctions Policy
Venezuela’s political players seem to be emerging from the paralysis created by the Maduro administration’s sudden departure from the Mexico negotiating table in 2021. Opposition players and the Maduro administration are both making moves that suggest their readiness to try again. Meanwhile, there is some question as to whether the U.S., tied up with internal political jousting over potential sanctions adjustments, may now hobble progress.… [READ MORE]
Venezuela
Understanding the Latest Venezuela Production Trends
If we have said it once, we have said it a million times. The devil is in the details. While many analysts attribute Venezuela’s production inconsistencies to obvious blackouts and diluent supply challenges, the more subtle underpinnings of Venezuela’s oil activities contribute to telling the story with greater consistency. … [READ MORE]
Mexico
ENI’s Production Compromised Due to Delayed Permit
While permit denials and delays have been the norm under AMLO, the most visible damage has been to power generation plants and fuel terminals. That changed with ENI and delayed receipt of a long anticipated but hastily instituted volumetric measuring permit to export oil. Included in the 2022 budget, new rules applied. It wasn’t secured until April, forcing ENI to shut-in Miztón production. Long-term consequences at the field level may result.… [READ MORE]
Venezuela
New TSJ: No Surprises, Still a Disappointment
Second verse, same as the first. To the disappointment of many, and coming as a surprise to none, Venezuela’s new Supreme Tribune of Justice looks just like its predecessor. The runup to the announcement led many to believe the outcome might be different. While now more of the same, the new arrangement does tell a story. … [READ MORE]
IPD News & Press
Impact of Colombia’s 2022 Elections on the Country’s Vital Extractive Sectors and Energy Transition Plans
Saturday, April 23, 2022
Colombia’s extractive sectors remain a cornerstone of the country’s economy and a vital source of government revenue. Simultaneously, energy transition commitments, including those stemming from COP 26, will demand complex policy d. . . [READ MORE]
Venezuela sanctions and climate action — a fresh approach
Friday, December 3, 2021
Almost one year since the inauguration of President Joe Biden, United States sanctions policy toward Venezuela has yet to be formally reviewed. Worse, enforcement has been almost non-existent. Venezuelan oil exports have greatly increa. . . [READ MORE]
Simplifying a Complex Regulatory and Risk Landscape
Tuesday, July 27, 2021
IPD's Managing Director, John Padilla's recent interview with Mexico Business News covers has assessment of the country's oil and gas industry in light of ongoing political challenges.
By Pedro Alcalá | Thu, 07/22/2021 - 12:44
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Covid-19 and Latin America’s Energy Sector
Sunday, April 12, 2020
Today, Tomorrow and Beyond the Crisis
Here is our contribution to the Institute of the Americas' special report on Covid-19 and its impact on the Latin American energy sector.
Where do things stand today in (your cou. . . [READ MORE]
