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Global energy demand is rising and so are consumer expectations – more people want energy from cleaner sources. At Shell we work with others to unlock new energy sources and squeeze more from what we have. We do this in responsible and innovative ways. In building a better energy future we all have a part to play. Shell is doing its part.

$1.1BILLION
R&D EXPENDITURE

3.2MILLION
BARRELS OF OIL EQUIVALENT
PRODUCED A DAY

48%
SHARE OF PRODUCTION THAT IS NATURAL GAS

2%
OF THE WORLD’S OIL PRODUCTION

3%
OF THE WORLD’S GAS PRODUCTION

7.7%
OF THE WORLD’S LNG SALES

$28.6BILLION
EARNINGS ON A CURRENT COST OF SUPPLIES BASIS

$23.5BILLION
NET CAPITAL INVESTMENT

13.1%
RATIO OF NET DEBT TO TOTAL CAPITAL

About this publication

This Investors´Handbook contains detailed information about our annual financial and operational performance over varying timescales from 2077 to 2011. Wherever possible, the facts and figures have been made comparable. The information in this publication is best understood in combination with the narrative contained in our Annual Report and Form 20-F 2011.