Interesting Energy Stories in the News Dec 30

Gulf Lease Sales Will Reduce U.S. Oil Dependence, Agency Finds
Libya to review contracts with Italian oil major ENI
Iraq's Halfaya Crude Oil Field Increases Output, Missan Says
US crude oil supplies grow by 3.9 million barrels
Russia's oil reserves grow 600 mln T in 2011– minister
Energy groups delay decision on giant Russia gas field
Lower-48-State Gas Output Rose 1.4% in October, EIA Says
Venezuela to Open up Massive Natural Gas Field with European Investment
Indian generator Essar Energy to build eight coal-fired power plants
US coal output dips 7.5% on week to 20.3 mil st in week ended Saturday: EIA
Nuclear regulators plan January meeting to talk about probe into cracks found at Ohio reactor
Russia stands strong on nuclear energy market
U.S. Proposes Wind, Solar Leasing Rule on Federally Owned Land
Solar energy use expands in South America
Ethanol Ends Rally on Speculation Production Costs Will Drop