Long Articles – The Methanist

Are we happier with less

July 7, 2024

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In 1991 I had my second tour as a United Nations soldier in Syria…

Are human rights treaties a scam

June 30, 2024

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Few events have shaped human history like the French Revolution…

Space Origami

June 15, 2024

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A couple of days ago the world was given the opportunity to watch…

The day after Globalisation

June 8, 2024

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In 1983, at the height of the Cold War, the world was exposed…

The slow death of the Cold War

June 1, 2024

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In 1999, just one year shy of the Millennium, I lived in Paris.…

Surviving Idiocracy

May 25, 2024

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My twenties were dominated by traveling. Not to your next Spring Break you…

How idiots make it to the top

May 18, 2024

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I lived in Middle Eastern countries for many years. Those were…

Idiots – the nature of the beast

May 11, 2024

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In the 2006 movie Idiocracy, the American filmmaker Mike Judge…

What is true

May 4, 2024

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In the 2001 movie Vanilla Sky, David Aames, owner of a large…

Are you having fun yet

April 27, 2024

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In the 2008 film Hurt Locker, Jeremy Renner plays a Staff Sergeant…

Come with me if you wanna live …

September 8, 2020

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The last couple of weeks were a real rollercoaster. When I went…

Summer Recess

July 14, 2020

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2020 has turned out to be a weirdly exciting year for all of…

The industrial revival of North America

July 7, 2020

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Last week we have seen that COVID-19 might have been the wake-up…

The awakening of the zombie

June 30, 2020

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Early in 1981, a man walked into a village in Central Haiti.…

Fueling the skies

June 23, 2020

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In the second blogpost of the space series, we have seen that…

Better than pie in the sky – Venus

June 16, 2020

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Thanks for all the feedback I got on this space series so far.…

With LNG to the stars

June 9, 2020

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In 1768, the french author François-Marie Arouet, also known…

The problem with fueling rockets

June 2, 2020

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The last few years have gotten us in touch with new, radical…

Russia is trying to save what cannot be saved

May 26, 2020

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I love quotes and of all quotes, those from Nicollo Machiavelli…

Cherrypicking reference periods

May 18, 2020

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2011 a new mountain pass was discovered in the Lomseggen mountains…

Is the current oil market mayhem beneficial for shale

May 12, 2020

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Wow, the last couple of weeks have been on the very wild side…

Why the world needs a Trump

May 5, 2020

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The last decade has seen a veritable explosion of new superhero…

The Compliance Industrial Complex

April 28, 2020

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Whoever has been to South Africa and really engaged up close…

LNG for free – who can take it?

April 21, 2020

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Ever since the very first cargo of LNG was shipped a little more…

Will the OPEC++ oil deal do any good?

April 14, 2020

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If you are an oil and gas professional I want you to make a little…

Border Adjustment Tax – Control Knob for Free Trade

April 8, 2020

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Last week we saw that unchecked free trade leads into the abyss…

How free shall trade ever be

March 31, 2020

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In nature, it often happens that two organisms form a mutually…

How COVID-19 will reshape energy

March 24, 2020

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In 1347, a ship of the Genoese merchant fleet arrived in Messina…

Warming waters …

March 17, 2020

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I grew up with tales of aliens that had visited Earth in ancient…

The 5th Climate wave

March 10, 2020

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Years ago, a friend of mine wanted to perform a financial transaction…

A flawed world economy laid bare by COVID-19

March 3, 2020

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In 1955, the then-North Korean leader Kim Il Sung gave a speech.…

Show me – the problem with evidence

February 25, 2020

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On May 8th, 1978, the Austrian/Italian Reinhold Messner and his…

The wrath of the Tsar

February 18, 2020

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Every group of people has its stories, fables, and prejudices.…

There is (an old) a new sow in the village …

February 11, 2020

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In the beginning - there was light. Many creation myths have…

Escaping Potemkin

February 4, 2020

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In 1783, the Russian ruler Catherine the Great toured her new…

Helios – The weather machine in the sky

January 28, 2020

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My hometown Vienna currently experiences the coldest time of…

The first LNG Market Maker

January 21, 2020

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Late in 2008, the foundational agreements for the GATE terminal…

Terra Methanum – the methane machine

January 14, 2020

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In early summer 2019, the scientific world was elated. They thought…

Is wine a good proxy for temperature changes

January 7, 2020

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To all those reading my articles for the first time, a word of…

The wonderful world of methane 2

January 1, 2020

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So, what will the new breed of methanopreneurs be hatching under…

The wonderful world of methane 1

December 25, 2019

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Another year comes to a close. We all have a good hard look back…

Europe – from LNG’s killing fields to its innovation hub

December 17, 2019

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During the 1950ies, the energy world started to understand that…

The LNG seesaw is out of whack

December 10, 2019

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In part 2 of this series, I have described the events that have…

LNG – Banishment from paradise

December 3, 2019

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Anyone studying the history of humankind from its beginnings…

The original sin of LNG

November 26, 2019

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Every business person - secretly - dreams of controlling a monopoly.…

LNG – The nature of the beast

November 19, 2019

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The greatest enemy that any human ever faces lies within oneself.…

Gas Rails – The next level of LNG distribution

November 12, 2019

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Who invented railways? Easy, you say. It was the Brits when the…

Life after reliable energy

November 5, 2019

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In April 2009, the History Channel aired the Pilot for the series…

The smallest LNG lobbying organisation does the heavy lifting to change excise taxes in Austria

October 29, 2019

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The year is 2019 A.D. The energy world is entirely occupied by…

A bigger planet – Fossil free transport

October 22, 2019

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In 1873, Jules Verne published his most acclaimed novel. “Around…

Electric Anarchy – Life without fossil fuels

October 15, 2019

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Imagine you had demanded world leaders 10 years ago to stop using…

Oil Farming

October 8, 2019

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Herbert Hoover is one of the most misunderstood presidents of…

Who stole my dreams

October 1, 2019

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About 24% of the world's population are children. This means…

NOPEC’s last battle

September 24, 2019

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In October 1973, the member countries of the Organisation of…

The end of effortless oil

September 17, 2019

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German literature knows the expression “Schlaraffenland”.…

The Holy Church of Climatology

September 8, 2019

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In May 1969, almost exactly 50 years ago, the Soviet space program…

The gas of life and the climate

September 3, 2019

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I was a bookish child. While others honed their skills on the…

Taking the heat

August 27, 2019

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I was 18 years old when Robin Williams hit my awareness level…

The new American age

August 20, 2019

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What comes to mind when thinking of ancient civilizations? Yes,…

Is it smart for the US to export LNG

August 13, 2019

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Oscar Wilde once observed that there are two tragedies in life: …

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Testimonials

Human 2.0

Rudolf is in many ways a human 2.0 – very bright, good at languages, skills that cover the whole value chain of gas and the ability to question the conventional! The last is perhaps the most valuable, even if not all established “experts” want to listen. Frequently, time shows him right. His impatience is refreshing and a discussion with him is always enlightening!

Karen Sund - Founder

Sund Energy

Mastery

I met Rudi about a year ago (2015) when I was working on LNG Procurement with Emirates LNG. I needed very specific knowledge on contracts, market mechanisms and pricing. I tried a couple of sources to get smart, but it was not until I attended Rudi’s workshop on LNG contracts and prices that I really got to the core of everything. Rudi answered all my questions in simple language that was clear and easy to understand. Since then, whenever I have any question or something I am unclear on, I ask Rudi and I immediately get an answer. Not many people achieve mastery of anything at the level that Rudi has on the Gas and LNG industry. If you need to understand, really understand, then I highly recommend Rudi’s workshop.

Saleem Alavi - Captain

Emirates LNG

Knowledge and tenacity

I had the opportunity to share with Rudolf issues coming from a very challenging project, when we did all our best to achieve the better results in an uneasy business situation. I admired his deep knowledge of the LNG market and environment and his tenacity in looking for the best solution always. He is a clever manager with a clear view on the targets. It was definitely a pleasure to work with him.

Vincenzo Maria Emma - Head of Should Contract

ENEL

Inspires further investigation

I first discovered a certain Rudolf Huber while he was wrapping up at Fuel Emulsions International and starting at NeXtLNG. After setting me straight on my quest for the latest innovations with Marine fuels, I knew that the “Pit Bull” deserved special notice. Aside from having a passion for the Energy Business, he also has a teacher’s ability to inspire further investigation. He ventures an opinion where others don’t dare and he does so with wit that few who follow the sector can match. Rudolf champions realistic energy choices and is not afraid of shining BRIGHT lights on the changes ahead.

James D. Shepperd - Content Strategy PR Global

ESET

Tremendous visionary

I met Rudolf at the beginning of 2011, since we were both involved and working together within several European / Scandinavian projects for the development of technology, standardisation and legal aspect in the use of LNG as marine fuel and along its supply chain. Rudolf has vast expertise in, and perspective on, different aspects of LNG technologies, suppliers, infrastructures and supply chain options. He is able to provide a deep understanding and insight into these areas and is a conscientious and diligent source. Moreover, he is a tremendous visionary on the geopolitical, trading and technology aspects of energy, with a special remark for LNG traditional and small / mid magnitude chain. Rudolf has very proactive personal and working approach and is an excellent team worker and leader. Not least, he has a unique persuasive way of writing, negotiating and delivering speeches. I would certainly recommend him as an excellent expert and believe he would be a powerful asset for any company actively working in Oil and Gas. Thank you Rudolf! Marco

Marco Andreola - Owner Principal

Andreola & Associated Consulting

True Africa specialist

I was introduced to and met Rudi in Angola when he started to develop his Sub Saharan Africa network. At the time he worked for EconGas/OMV and he tried organizing longterm LNG supply for them under the unlikeliest of all circumstances. He figured that Africa would be the only place where this would be a realistic prospect for long term uncommitted supplies of LNG. Rudi did not hesitate, started in Africa from absolute zero and spawned relationships and personal friendships with incredible speed. When I met him I didn’t know much about LNG. Today I follow the LNG news on my continent with great interest and a much clearer understanding of the LNG trade. Whenever I have a job that involves venturing into the unknown, Rudi will always be my man.

Albert Namme - M.D/CEO

eXGas, Nigeria

Thrives under a challenge

I worked with Rudi on a key Europe-Middle East LNG supply chain transaction. He is incredibly driven and pushed the deal forward under very challenging internal and external circumstances. He is culturally astute and was able to navigate very successfully through the various subtleties within the global energy community. Also a great guy to work with!

Nomita Nair - Counsel

Allen & Overy

Proactive Business Developer

Rudolf is a true Business Developer. He questions everything, even his own logic and is not afraid to speak his mind. Rudolf had initiated our LNG activities in Africa and the Americas. He was THE authority to go to when issues arose in LNG but more generally when any issue the company did not know how deal with was on the plate. Rudolf is not a typical manager as we know it. He does not need a lot of structure and procedures and is extremely proactive when it comes to problem solving and making new contacts.

David Bergal - Portfolio Manager LNG & Natural Gas

Kinetrex Energy

Nothing but the facts

Rudolf is truly one of the brightest, most knowledgeable people in the world of LNG. He gives you the truth, not a version of it. He is not swayed, he can not be bought by the majors. Trust his word because it is always backed by facts!

Jim Gerber - Director

Terra Commodities Consulting

Reality check

While I disagree with Rudolf Huber on a few things, I’ve learned a fair bit from him., And his reasoning on fuel, economics, capabilities, financial and physical and thermal reality check. And I did not think so 6 months ago. Keep plugging Rudolf!

Eric Levy

Catalyst Recruiting, Inc

Informative, reliable, sensible and refreshing

I love your acute commentary, Rudolf, informative, reliable, sensible and refreshing. Let’s hope more follow your example and we start to realize the full potential of professional social media.

Gil Hardwick - Writer and Director

Environmental Film Group West

Rudolf Huber was featured in those quality publications

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