The U.S. Commercial Service Market Research Library is the place to go to obtain industry specific market research. There are several reports prepared by our staff of experts throughout the Americas that offer market intelligence in the energy industry. Below are a few examples.

Argentina

Argentina to Build Ten Hydraulic Turbines – March 24, 2008
It is important that U.S. companies interested in selling electrical equipment through local firms advise their local dealers and agents of the need to be on the lookout for sales opportunities to the many government agencies and state-owned companies whose number is growing steadily....

Argentina: The Market for Oil and Gas Equipment – November 30, 2007
This report provides an overview of the market for oil and gas equipment in Argentina, and indicates what types of equipment offer best prospects for U.S. suppliers....

Brazil

Electrical Power Generation – September 9, 2008

This market report provides information on the Brazilian power generation subsector, its projects, major players, power auctions, market access, trade statistics, events, and other...

The Oil Industry in the Espírito Santo State Drives Economic Expansion -  May 15, 2008
This report provides information on the growth of oil industry in Espírito Santo that is spurring further development within Espírito Santo state. This development includes the production of natural gas, steel, iron working, industrial buildings and even the residential housing sector. Espirito Santo is only one example of many intensely involved in long-term economic expansion…

The Brazilian Oil and Gas Exploration and Production Subsector – April 28, 2008
The 2007 estimate for Brazil’s oil and gas equipment/services market is US$27.3 billion: US$7.3 billion imported, US$4.4 billion from the United States.  Between 1997 and 2006, the sector's contribution to Brazil’s GDP jumped from 2.75 percent to 12 percent. In 2006 and 2007, the sector generated about US$15 billion in royalties and special participation fees for the federal government and oil producing states and…

Canada

Electical Power Systems - August 1, 2008
The Canadian Electrical Power System (EPS) industry plays an important part in the Canadian economy and was valued at an estimated US$ 18.0 billion in 2007. EPS shipments represent over 22 percent of total Canadian fabricated metal, machinery, equipment and appliances manufacturing and is concentrated in Ontario, which accounts for approx...

Ontario Ministry Of Energy Selecting A Nuclear Reactor Vendor – May 14, 2008
On Mar. 7, 2008 Minister of Energy Gerry Phillips announced the start of a two-phase competitive Request For Proposal (RFP) process to select a nuclear reactor vendor. This report provides information on the content and timeline of the selection process as well as a general overview of the Ontario electrical energy production capacities and status. Further details sources and support leads are provided for interested U.S. exporters of nuclear reactors and ancillary installations, equipments and...

Chile 

New Energy Projects – April 13, 2007
This document is an Industry Overview, with a specific focus on new power generation projects scheduled to be developed in Chile in the short and medium term. It includes the most updated list of power generation projects covering traditional as well as non-traditional energy sources, whether curre...

Colombia

Electric Power Generating Equipment – August 20, 2007
This reports provides an assessment of the Colombian Electric Power Generating Equipment Market....  

Dominican Republic

Renewable Energy Equipment - October 23, 2006
This report provides an overview of the opportunities for U.S. firms in the renewable energy sector in the Dominican Republic as well as its legal framework...   

Ecuador

Electric Distribution Equipment – September 29, 2006
Demand for electric power in Ecuador continues to grow at an annual average of 6-7 percent spurred by population growth of 2.5 percent and expected increase in the number of people with electricity coverage, currently at...

Guatemala

Electricity Sector and the Xalalá Hydroelectric Project – October 29, 2007
This report presents the reader with an overview of the electricity sector in Guatemala, including the latest changes to the laws. It provides a brief description of the Xalalá hydroelectric project and its bidding process....

Electricity Sector Overview and Changes to the Law – March 29, 2007
An overview to the electricity sector in Guatemala with an empahsis on the recent changes to the law and regulations....

Mexico

Renewable energy - August 22, 2008
Renewable energy used for the generation of electricity, including mini-hydroelectric, biomass, photovoltaic-solar, wind power, and geothermal energies, has experienced slow growth in Mexico. But the market looks to be changing as the Mexican Government has recently proposed new renewable energy goals. The increasing level of pollution, higher costs of fossil fuels, difficulties in the reform of the state oil company, and heightened awareness of global warming have all led the government to...

Equipment for the Distribution, Transportation, and Storage of Petroleum Refi... – March 5, 2008
This sub-sector market research report analyzes the market for equipment used for the distribution, transportation and storage of Petroleum refined products. This report includes information on the demand for equipment needed for the distribution, transportation and storage of gasoline, diesel, and ...

Panama 

Studies for a Major Refinery in Panama – June 21, 2007
This report describes the plans for building a major refinery in Panama to provide refined products to the U.S. and the Latin American countries....  

Uruguay

Uruguay’s Energy Strategy – February 6, 2007
U.S. energy related companies are encouraged to follow-up on market opportunities that include consultants and equipment....

Venezuela

Electric Power Situation of Venezuela to Improve – September 22, 2008
This report should be of interest to U.S. manufacturers and exporters of equipment used in the generation of electrical energy who have a potential interest in supplying products or services to the Venezuelan electric power industry....

Electric Power Generation and Distribution Equipment – March 24, 2008
This report outlines the present condition of the electric power companies in Venezuela after reorganization, the status of power generation capacity, and the outlook for investments and purchases required in the near future....

How to Obtain The Complete Reports

Feel free to contact the Trade Americas Energy Regional Working Group Leader for assistance.

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• Under Industry select Energy and Mining
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• Under Region select Western Hemisphere
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