Tag Archives: Keystone XL pipeline

Investors often steer clear of investing in companies operating in the Alberta oil sands because of past infrastructure restraints— that is, until now. As such, we see the best of these companies having a great run for at least the next 12 months. Below we put forth 5 reasons why.

Below is an infographic presenting a crash course in the need for, problems with, and benefits of, building the Keystone XL pipeline from Alberta through the American midwest to the refineries in Texas.

The United States imported about 40 percent of its oil in 2012. So where are we getting it from? It depends a lot on where you live. [This article presents a map showing U.S. crude oil imports by country of origin for 2012 with commentary on regional particulars.]

The oil sands in northern Alberta are crucially important to the Canadian economy. People from all over the country are traveling there to find work. The news is filled with controversy over proposed pipelines (the Keystone XL and the Northern Gateway) to carry the oil to export markets. Here are 10 things everyone should know about the oil sands. Words: 878