Co-Dependency: The U.S., Russia, and energy security

Tuesday, March 13, 2007

A presentation by
David Knuti, U.S. Commercial Service (retired)
Tuesday, March 13, 7:00 PM
UW Menorial Union

Russia is the world’s second largest oil exporter and largest natural gas exporter. Although only a minor supplier to the U.S., Russia plays a vital role in U.S. energy security by maintaining the precarious balance of world energy supplies without shortages or punishing price increases. No country other than the U.S. is such an important producer, refiner, long distance transporter, and consumer of energy. It also a key factor as a transit country for the oil and gas of other countries. For better or worse, world energy security depends on Russia’s future performance in these roles.

David Knuti was involved in energy development issues as a Washington analyst and commercial diplomat for the CIA and Commerce Department for 15 years, and continues to study these issues in retirement.

For more information contact Ed Blume, eblume@renewwisconsin.org or 608.819.0748.