Environmental concerns and geologic challenges may prevent South Africa from capitalizing on its large shale gas reserves.

Norway and Russia are poised to increase competition for Arctic energy resources.

The Geopolitical Calendar is an internal Stratfor document listing significant meetings and events for the next week.

Bulgaria's moves to diversify away from Russian natural gas will give it leverage in future negotiations.

Despite promising reserves, Argentina may have trouble attracting foreign investment.

The Geopolitical Calendar is an internal Stratfor document listing significant meetings and events for the next week.

China must meet several criteria to quickly produce shale gas on a large scale.

An offer to build natural gas storage facilities may help Russia gain leverage in Turkey.

The Geopolitical Calendar is an internal Stratfor document listing significant meetings and events for the next week.

Russia is gaining flexibility as an oil exporter by developing new export routes and new markets.