David Hughes
J. David Hughes is a geoscientist who has studied the energy resources of Canada for nearly four decades, including 32 years with the Geological Survey of Canada as a scientist and research manager. He developed the National Coal Inventory to determine the availability and environmental constraints associated with Canada’s coal resources. As Team Leader for Unconventional Gas on the Canadian Gas Potential Committee, he coordinated the recent publication of a comprehensive assessment of Canada’s unconventional natural gas potential. He is a board member of the Association for the Study of Peak Oil and Gas – Canada and is a Fellow of the Post Carbon Institute.
Energy |
Feb 21, 2013
"Drill Baby Drill" - popping the shale bubble
The real challenges—and costs—of 21st century fossil fuel production suggest that such vastly increased supplies will not be easily achieved or even possible. The geological and environmental realities of trying to fulfill these exuberant proclamations deserve a closer look.This report provides an in-depth evaluation of the various unconventional energy resources behind the recent …
Energy |
Jan 18, 2012
With Gas so Cheap and Well Drilling Down, Why is Gas Production so High?
Large amounts of natural gas are produced in conjunction with the production of hydraulically fractured shale oil and in association with conventional oil drilling. Given the price differential between oil and gas at present many companies have changed their focus to shale oil or liquids rich shale gas to enhance economic returns. Although much associated gas in the production of shale oil is …
Energy |
Nov 11, 2011
Canadian Gas Exports Threaten Energy Security
Natural gas has been hyped of late as a way to reduce carbon emissions and reliance on oil and coal in business-as-usual growth scenarios. Much of this speculation rests on new technology to produce gas from previously inaccessible shale reservoirs. Governing politicians in British Columbia have been particularly receptive to the perceived gold mine that could result from developing shale gas …
Energy |
Aug 25, 2011
New USGS Marcellus Shale anaylsis drastically cuts DOE estimates
This week the USGS released a new assessment of gas resources in the Marcellus Shale, Appalachian Basin. The rerport is a reasonable effort by the USGS to sort out some of the wheat from the chaff.
Energy |
Aug 2, 2011
Holding back the tar sands: Keystone XL and civil disobedience - web chat
Checkout what went on at our latest web chat with Bill McKibben, David Hughes and Kate Sheppard.
Environment |
Jul 1, 2011
Life cycle greenhouse gas emissions from shale gas compared to coal: An analysis of two conflicting studies
A recent series of studies and rebuttals have debated the greenhouse gas impacts of shale gas production as compared to coal. Post Carbon Institute Fellow David Hughes, author of the groundbreaking report, "Will Natural Gas Fuel America in the 21st Century?", provides an analysis of two conflicting studies. His conclusion: Shale gas is worse than coal for the climate over a 30-50 year …
Energy |
Jun 15, 2011
The Unintended Impacts of Natural Gas on Food & Transportation: Web chat
Read the transcript from our live webchat about natural gas. David Hughes (author of 'Will Natural Gas Fuel America in the 21st Century?'), Michael Bomford and Richard Gilbert answer questions from readers.
Food & Water |
Jun 2, 2011
Post Carbon Institute Natural Gas Report Supplements: Public Health, Agriculture, & Transportation
The challenges posed by shale gas production have serious implications for the future of agriculture, transportation, and health in the United States. In this collection of articles, PCI Fellows explore what the Hughes Report means for these sectors.
Energy |
Apr 11, 2011
Abstract: Will Natural Gas Fuel America in the 21st Century?
Natural gas is being promoted as a "bridge fuel" to a clean energy future, and even as an abundant, long-term energy source. The claims are audacious, but do they match with reality?
Energy |
Mar 10, 2011
6 energy experts address the economic impact of Middle East unrest
With instability in the Middle East driving oil prices higher, huge cracks are widening in the global economy. In an effort to broaden the conversation about Middle East unrest and its impacts on oil prices and economies, the Post Carbon Institute offers six informed perspectives on what to expect in the days, weeks and months ahead. Individuals, businesses and policy makers are made aware of …MORE ARTICLES +
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