The Nuveen Energy MLP Total Return (JMF) is a closed end fund compromised of a portfolio of Master Limited Partnerships (MLPs) in the midstream energy sector. The midstream sector, which is involved in transporting oil and gas, typically by pipeline, is showing increased growth due to resurgence of domestic oil and gas production. The US drilling rig count is up over 11% from (from 943 units to 1,048 units) in the past year, and technological improvement is driving significant reductions in well costs. I believe these trends will continue and the midstream sector