A panel of experts analyzed the new age of stakeholder relations, transparent operations and financing during the NAPE Business Conference.

There is no doubt that unconventional resources are changing the game in North America, with some expecting the U.S. to be self-sufficient in oil in a decade. Since 2008, there has been an eight-fold increase in U.S. gas production and a five-fold increase in oil production.

Former secretary of defense talks about international affairs at Hart Energy's DUG Eagle Ford conference.

Unconventional gas has changed the landscape in North America and could do the same internationally. However, this new phase brings challenges that require a different mindset and operating model.

The global scene for unconventional resources has great potential, but challenges will be amplified compared with the North American story.

Unconventionals are the biggest game changer the industry will see. Everyone knows this is the future.

Interest in the unconventional is being voiced from all corners of the globe.

With China actively seeking a larger international presence, will its increased activity help this friendship survive as we turn the corner into a “new energy age”?

With China actively seeking a larger international presence, will its increased activity help this friendship survive as we turn the corner into a “new energy age”?

At NAPE, a panel of industry experts discussed upcoming global hotspots for conventional and unconventional exploration and production: Australia, Africa, South America, and the Middle East.

A summary of industry movement, interest and activity taking place in Europe including details from Bulgaria, Poland and the Czech Republic.