U.S. energy independence is emerging as an option

By Dr. Nansen G. Saleri

The notion of energy independence evokes memories of a bygone era. Since the time that the U.S. was able to provide for its own energy needs, the prevailing energy policies of U.S. administrations have varied from neglect to tired expressions about the usual suspects - America's addiction to oil and the evils of foreign imports. That is about to change. Today a new dynamic is reshaping the global and U.S. energy markets, spurred by new kids on the block - shale resources and a wave of disruptive technologies dramatically raising energy efficiency standards. U.S. energy independence is not a bridge too far anymore. It is a viable scenario, but only under the right policy umbrellas. >>

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