Energy Industry
This guide is designed to give you an overview of resources for to research the energy industry.
Energy Market & Industry Reports
These databases contain market reports that focus on the people or organizations that will ultimately purchase the product or services offered by an industry.
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FitchConnectCountry risk ratings, macroeconomic analyses and forecasts, and global and emerging market information and market reports for countries or regions worldwide.
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Lux ResearchMarket research information for emerging tech. Go to Technologies > Tech Pages for good overviews. 2 simultaneous users.
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GlobalData PowerMarket research platform for the renewable power and energy industry. Includes news, deals, and companies. Downloading options are limited. Thermal, Smart Grid, and Nuclear sections are not included.
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IBISWorldU.S., Global, and China industry reports, and business environment reports that cover industry performance drivers. Includes a US Industry Wizard to create and export custom lists of industries.
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Additional Resources
Energy Industry Associations & Regulators
Where to Look for Industry Information
You can find industry statistics and data in many locations. In addition to industry and market reports, there are many other ways to analyze an industry, gain insights, and find relevant statistics and data. Here are some suggested strategies and resources.
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BP Statistical Review of World EnergyCurrent and historical statistics.
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StatistaStatistics on many topics, industries, and markets. Use the Source tab to track down more data. The Global Consumer Survey has country-level consumer behavior and brand preference data.
Associations & Regulators
Industry associations and regulating bodies often have lots of relevant data and reports. Look for sections on their websites titled "Resources", "Publications", "Data". Note that some materials may be restricted to members. Some examples are:
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International Energy Agency (IEA)Reports and statistics on energy security, economic development, environmental awareness and engagement worldwide.
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Independent Petroleum Association of America (IPAA)Oil and gas historical statistical data.
Highlight: Historical data on oil and gas production on state level. Find under Economic Data > Economic Reports.