Keywords: : Nitrogen, energy, shale, natural gas, production economics

Shale gas has reshaped the energy market and overhauled the nitrogen industry in North America. As a result, profitability within the nitrogen industry is increasing and investment stimulus has been extensive. This paper examines the impacts of shale gas on nitrogen production economics in North America, and the future implications for nitrogen producers in other countries worldwide.

Oliver L Hatfield and Laura Cross, Integer Research Ltd, Invicta House, 108-114 Golden Lane, London EC1Y 0TL, United Kingdom.

20 pages, 19 figures, 2 tables, 14 references.