Energy
Energy Challenges in Asia
IFRI
A 28-page French paper examining energy challenges in Asia, with particular reference to China and Japan
EnergyPosted: 2007-10-30
Record Oil Prices and Washington
PINR
A US brief commenting on the prospects for US energy independence
EnergyPosted: 2007-10-31
Growing Chinese Energy Demand: Is the World in Denial?
CSIS
A 16-page US paper estimating China's future energy demand
Energy, Climate Change & EnvironmentPosted: 2007-11-02
The Future of Coal
MIT
This 192-page US study examines the role of coal as an energy source in a world where constraints on carbon emissions are adopted to mitigate global warming
EnergyPosted: 2007-11-02
Energy as a Bond: Relations with Russia in the European and Dutch Context
Clingendael
This 90-page Dutch report examines recent policy changes in Russia, Its economic development and the state of the Russian energy sectors
EnergyPosted: 2007-11-13
Putin is Testing Western Resolve
"Helsinki Monitor"
An article analyzing current security issues between Russia and the West
Defence, Terrorism & Security, EnergyPosted: 2007-11-13
Energy and Conflict Prevention
Anna Lindh Programme on Conflict Prevention
This 269-page monograph explores the relationship between competition for energy resources and the propensity for conflict
Energy, Disarmament & PeacekeepingPosted: 2007-11-14
Nuclear Revival in Europe Increasingly Likely
PINR
A US economic brief assessing the likelihood of of a civil nuclear revival in Europe
Energy, European UnionPosted: 2007-11-21
Is World Oil Production Peaking?
Earth Policy Institute
An article examining whether total world oil production has peaked
EnergyPosted: 2007-11-22
Changing Climates: Interdependencies on Energy and Climate Security for China and Europe
Chatham House
This 101-page UK report focuses on the energy and climate interdependencies of China and the EU
Energy, Climate Change & EnvironmentPosted: 2007-11-27
Iran Looks for Allies Through Asian and Latin-American Partnerships
PNIR
A US brief discussing Iran's economic and energy policies in the context of its search for international support
Foreign Policy, EnergyPosted: 2007-11-28
Iran's Peace Pipeline
RSIS
A 3-page Indian commentary on how a gas pipeline may undermine US efforts to isolate Iran in the region
Energy, Foreign PolicyPosted: 2007-11-28
The Case for Exchange Rate Flexibility in Oil-Producing Countries
Peterson Institute
A 14-page US policy brief highlighting the benefits of exchange rate flexibility by oil-producing countries
Economic Policy, EnergyPosted: 2007-11-28
Russian Energy Policy Towards Neighbours
CRS
A 23-page US report on Russia's energy policy towards its neighbours
EnergyPosted: 2007-12-06
Prospects for Future Oil Production
CFR
Comments by the vice-chairman of Chevron Corporation on future world oil production
EnergyPosted: 2007-12-08
Russian Gas and European Energy Security
SWP
A German examination of the limitations and weaknesses of the European energy foreign policy
Energy, European UnionPosted: 2007-12-08
Strategic Concerns in Central Asia
UNIDIR
This 10-page article assesses security risks in Central Asia
Defence, Terrorism & Security, EnergyPosted: 2007-12-10
Putting Coal to the Test
Clingendael
A 14-page Dutch assessment of the role of coal-fired power in the Netherlands and wider Northwest European contexts
EnergyPosted: 2007-12-14
Turkey's Role in European Energy Security
CER
An 8-page essay discussiong Turkey's crucial role in Europe's energy security
Energy, European UnionPosted: 2007-12-17
The Baku-Tbilisi-Kars Railway: The First Step in a Long Process
PINR
A US brief examining the long-term economic, energy and security implications of the Baku-Tbilisi-Kars railway
Energy, Globalisation & International TradePosted: 2007-12-17
High Stakes in the High North
IFRI
This 26-page French paper analyses the developing Russo-Norwegian energy relationship
Energy, Foreign PolicyPosted: 2007-12-20
Financing Energy Efficiency in China
CEIP
A 10-page US report on the obstacles faced by energy efficiency businesses in China
Energy, Climate Change & EnvironmentPosted: 2008-01-03
Water and Energy Futures in an Urbanized Asia
CSIS
This 65-page US report explores the complex simultaneous phenomena of rapid urbanization, resource management and the broader public policy challenges and opportunities in Asia
Climate Change & Environment, EnergyPosted: 2008-01-03
Watch the Price of Carbon!
CEPS
A 3-page commentary highlighting the environmental damage that would result from substituting pure carbon for hydrocarbon
Energy, Climate Change & EnvironmentPosted: 2008-01-03
Energy and Conflict Prevention
EastWest Institute
A 269-page book of contributions on energy supply and conflict prevention
Energy, Disarmament & PeacekeepingPosted: 2008-01-10
Switched-On India
IPPR
This UK report deals with India's dilemma in addressing climate change and meeting its energy needs
Energy, Climate Change & EnvironmentPosted: 2008-01-10
The Geopolitics of Energy: From Security to Survival
Brookings Institution
A 16-page US paper addressing the increasing complexity of energy politics
Energy, Climate Change & EnvironmentPosted: 2008-01-14
Meeting the Energy Challenge: A White Paper on Nuclear Power
BERR
The 192-page response by the UK government to its nuclear power consultation
Energy, Climate Change & EnvironmentPosted: 2008-01-17
Europe, the EU and Its 2050 Energy Storylines
Clingendael
A 62-page Dutch paper exploring some of the conditions under which energy policy will be formulated in and by the EU over the next 4 decades
Energy, European UnionPosted: 2008-01-17
The EU's Policies of Security of Energy Supply Towards the Middle East and Caspian Region
Clingendael
A 34-page chapter examining the role of the EU in the GME region in respect of energy security
EnergyPosted: 2008-01-18
International Energy R&D Spillovers and the Economics of Greenhouse Gas Atmospheric Stabilization
CESifo
This 30-page working paper explores how international knowledge flows affect the dynamics of domestic R&D sectors and the main economic and environmental variables
Energy, Science & TechnologyPosted: 2008-01-23
Impact of Policy Uncertainty of Renewable Energy Investment: Wind Power and PTC
SSRN
A 22-page US working paper examining the causes of volatility in US windpower investment
EnergyPosted: 2008-01-25
The Economic Effects of an Ethanol Mandate
Parliamentary Library - Australia
An Australian research paper examining some of the economic arguments for and against a government mandate for blending ethanol with petrol
Energy, Climate Change & EnvironmentPosted: 2008-01-29
Oil and Security
Stanley Foundation
A 12-page US brief examining the current role of oil in US strategy and economic activity
Energy, Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2008-01-30
Russia: An Energy Superpower?
CIS
This US essay examines Russia's energy policy, its political dimension and the country's ability to meet its contractual supply obligations
EnergyPosted: 2008-01-30
Ownership Unbundling in Energy Markets
IFRI
An overview of the European debate on the ownership and regulation of energy transport infrastructure in Europe
European Union, EnergyPosted: 2008-01-31
Biofuels and Development: Will the EU Help or Hinder?
ODI
A 4-page UK briefing paper proposing changes to EU biofuels policy that would foster development and help cut greenhouse gas emissions
Energy, European UnionPosted: 2008-01-31
Special Edition on Energy Security
CCC
The Introduction to a special edition of "Strategic Insights" dealing with different aspects of energy security (links to each article)
Energy, Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2008-02-05
EU Gas Liberalization as a Driver of Gazprom's Strategies?
IFRI
This 24-page French paper examines the drivers behind Gazprom's strategies
EnergyPosted: 2008-02-07
The Geopolitics of Energy Security
ISS - Europa
A 6-page paper on the politics of energy security delivered at the EUISS annual conference in November 2007
EnergyPosted: 2008-02-07
Managing the Nuclear Fuel Cycle: Policy Implications of Expanding Global Access to Nuclear Power
CRS
This 46-page updated US report deals with concerns that expanding global access to nuclear power may lead to the spread of sensitive nuclear technology
Defence, Terrorism & Security, EnergyPosted: 2008-02-13
Biofuels: Making Tough Choices
IIED
This 2-page opinion examines the serious trade-offs involved in the production and use of biomass-derived alternatives to fossil fuels
Energy, Climate Change & EnvironmentPosted: 2008-02-25
U.S. Moving Toward Ban on New Coal-Fired Power Plants
Earth Policy Institute
A US article commenting on the trend away from coal-fired power plants in the US
Energy, Climate Change & EnvironmentPosted: 2008-02-27
The Arctic and Climate Change
Chatham House
The 6-page summary of an international law discussion group meeting held to discuss the Arctic and climate change
Energy, Foreign PolicyPosted: 2008-02-29
Energy, Environment, Security: Can We Have It All?
FSI
The 24-page transcript of a lecture by BP's Chief Scientist discussing secure, sustainable energy
EnergyPosted: 2008-03-01
Energy Policy for Europe: Identifying the European Added-Value
CEPS
The 56-page report of a task force examining an emerging European energy policy
EnergyPosted: 2008-03-14
Atoms for the Sustainable Future
AJISS
A 5-page Japanese commentary on the "nuclear renaissance" as a key to sustainable growth
Energy, Climate Change & EnvironmentPosted: 2008-03-22
Energy Bottlenecks in South America
CFR
A US backgrounder on the energy landscape in Latin America and political influences on it
EnergyPosted: 2008-04-30
Gas Price Formation, Structure and Dynamics
IFRI
This 35-page French paper focuses on gas price evolution and mechanisms in importing countries
EnergyPosted: 2008-04-30
Building a Low Carbon Economy: Unlocking Innovation and Skills
DEFRA
A 44-page UK report on the challenges of preparing for climate change and possible responses
Climate Change & Environment, EnergyPosted: 2008-05-04
UK Energy Efficiency Action Plan 2007
DEFRA
This 107-page document covers the UK Government's action plan to improve energy efficiency
EnergyPosted: 2008-05-04
A Re-Look at Biofuels
ASAM
A Turkish perspective on the cost-benefit balance of biofuels
Energy, Climate Change & EnvironmentPosted: 2008-05-10
Nuclear Energy in Southeast Asia: Implications for Australia and Non-Proliferation
Lowy Institute
This Australian paper explores the increased interest in nuclear power in Southeast Asia and the security implications
Energy, Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2008-05-16
Climate Change: Technology to the Rescue?
Nixon Center
This US article calls for greater investment in new energy technology and greater collaboration between researchers
Climate Change & Environment, EnergyPosted: 2008-05-20
Economic and Trade Policy Impacts of Sustained High Oil Prices
WIIW
This 79-page Austrian research report assesses the likely impact of high oil prices on the European economy
EnergyPosted: 2008-05-28
Carbon Capture and Storage
Parliamentary Library, New South Wales
A 70-page paper examining the present and future capability of CCS to reduce Australia's greenhouse gas emissions
Climate Change & Environment, EnergyPosted: 2008-06-17
Fuelling Exclusion? The Biofuels Boom and Poor People
IIED
An 82-page UK report studying the impacts of biofuels on access to land in producer countries
EnergyPosted: 2008-06-23
Emissions Trading: Good Governance Requires 100% Auctioning
Centre for Policy Development
An Australian article arguing that emissions trading permits should be auctioned
Climate Change & Environment, EnergyPosted: 2008-06-25
State-of-the-Art Modelling of Hydrogen Infrastructure Development for the UK
PSI
The report of a modelling project presenting new insights into the potential roles hydrogen can play in meeting UK policy goals
EnergyPosted: 2008-07-03
U.S-Russia Strategic Partnership Against Nuclear Proliferation
CSIS, IFRI
This 29-page analysis identifies areas in which the US, Russia and the EU should cooperate closely to strengthen the nonproliferation regime
Energy, Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2008-07-04
Caspian Pipeline Consortium, Bellwether of Russian Investment Climate?
IFRI
This 27-page French essay assesses the implications of the CPC dossier for Russian energy policy
Energy, Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2008-07-04
The Wider Black Sea Region in the 21st Century
CEPS
A 351-page collection of essays on the new dynamics of the Black Sea region
Defence, Terrorism & Security, EnergyPosted: 2008-07-04
Water-Energy Links in Central Asia: A Long-Term Opportunity and Challenge
Brookings Institution
This US article explores the opportunities and challenges faced by Central Asia in respect of water and energy supplies
Energy, Climate Change & EnvironmentPosted: 2008-07-07
Wind Chill: Why Wind Energy Will Not Fill the UK's Energy Gap
CPS
A 50-page report criticising the UK Government's commitment to wind generation
EnergyPosted: 2008-07-09
Managing Energy Wrong
SPRU
An 8-page UK paper examining how we use energy, who does what and why
EnergyPosted: 2008-07-15
Solar Thermal Power Coming to a Boil
Earth Policy Institute
A US article reporting on the growth of solar thermal power
Energy, Climate Change & EnvironmentPosted: 2008-07-25
The South China Sea Hydra
Nautilus Instiute
An article reporting on emerging conflicts between China and ASEAN countries
Defence, Terrorism & Security, EnergyPosted: 2008-07-29
Saving the NPT and the Nonproliferation Regime in an Era of Nuclear Renaissance
CEIP
This 16-page US House testimony underlines the urgent need to ensure that future nuclear expansion is as safe and secure as possible
Energy, Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2008-08-01
A Reinforced Obstacle to Democracy
CEPS
A 22-page working paper on the relationship between energy and democracy
Energy, Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2008-08-04
World Geothermal Power Generation Nearing Eruption
Earth Policy Institute
A US article on the potential of geothermal power generation
EnergyPosted: 2008-08-19
The Sadrists of Basra and the Far South of Iraq
NUPI
This 25-page Norwegian working paper alalyses internal dissensions with the Sadr movement in Iraq and discusses how US policy might affect these relationships in the future
Defence, Terrorism & Security, EnergyPosted: 2008-08-20
The Coming Oil Supply Crunch
Chatham House
This 38-page UK paper assesses the likelihood of an oil supply cruch and the implications for policy and the global energy picture
EnergyPosted: 2008-08-22
Promotion and Use of Biofuels in the United Kingdom during 2007
Dept of Transport
A 14-page report on the effectiveness of the UK Government's support for biofuels during 2007
EnergyPosted: 2008-09-04
Russia and the West: The Energy Factor
IFRI, CSIS
A 25-page paper posing alternate scenarios for future energy relations between Russia and the West
Energy, Foreign PolicyPosted: 2008-09-08
Russia's War with Georgia: Implications for Azerbaijan
ADA
An Azerbaijani article assessing the implications of the Russo-Georgian war for Azerbaijan and the region
Defence, Terrorism & Security, EnergyPosted: 2008-09-08
Small-Scale Wind Energy: Policy Insights and Practical Guidance
Carbon Trust
A 40-page UK study into the potential of small-scale wind energy projects
EnergyPosted: 2008-09-16
Pipelines, Politics and Power
CER
A 63-page collection of articles dealing with the future of EU-Russia energy relations
Energy, European UnionPosted: 2008-10-20
The Potential for Renewable Energy to Provide Baseload Power in Australia
Parliamentary Library - Australia
This 39-page report examines the potential of renewables to provide baseload power for Australia
Energy, Climate Change & EnvironmentPosted: 2008-10-21
Delivering the Green
UCS
A 20-page US report illustrating how the energy consumption of trucks could be reduced by 12% using existing technology
Energy, Climate Change & EnvironmentPosted: 2008-10-23
The Flawed Economics of Nuclear Power
Earth Policy Institute
A US article questioning the economics of nuclear power
EnergyPosted: 2008-10-29
The Kashagan Field: A Test Case for Kazakhstan's Governance of its Oil and Gas Sectors
IFRI
A 51-page French study focusing on the factors behind Kazakhstan's decision to renegotiate the terms of the existing production-sharing agreements with international oil companies
EnergyPosted: 2008-10-30
OPEC Production and the Falling Price of Oil
CSIS
A US commentary on the implications of the apparent lack of a price response to the recent OPEC quota cut
EnergyPosted: 2008-10-31
International Energy Technology Transfers for Climate Change Mitigation
CESifo
The aim of this 37-page working paper is to expand and refine the international energy technology transfer negotiating and analytic agendas and to reframe the issues.
Climate Change & Environment, EnergyPosted: 2008-11-11
Coal Power in a Warming World
UCS
A 70-page US paper examining the options for reducing CO2 emisssions due to coal power
Climate Change & Environment, EnergyPosted: 2008-11-19
Kazakhstan’s Gas: Exports Markets and Export Routes
Oxford Institute for Energy Studies
This UK study examines the politics and geopolitics of Kazakhstan’s gas sector, its evolution and current state as well as the various scenarios under which Kazakhstan could deliver its gas to potential export markets.
EnergyPosted: 2008-11-20
Europe’s Energy Dependency and Russia’s Commercial Assertiveness
ECIPE
This 15-page paper points to elements missing from Europe's current energy policy vis-a-vis Russia
Energy, European UnionPosted: 2008-11-21
Energy Transit: Experience and Perspectives
IFRI
Report of a French presentation on energy transit from a European perspective
Energy, European UnionPosted: 2008-12-04
Energy Challenges in the Middle East and North Africa
FRIDE
This 20-page Spanish working paper demonstrates the inextricable links between the energy trade and the future governance of the MENA region and outlines some of the related challenges to EU policies
Energy, European UnionPosted: 2008-12-05
Oil Politics in the Bay of Bengal
IDSA
An Indian commentary on current and recent disputes over oil in the Bay of Bengal
Energy, Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2008-12-05
Current Biofuels: Bridge or Obstacle to Sustainable Next Generation Technologies?
Sussex Energy Group
A 4-page UK policy briefing assessing the future prospects for biofuels
EnergyPosted: 2008-12-13
Creating New Jobs, Cutting Carbon Emissions, and Reducing Oil Imports by Investing in Renewable Energy and Energy Efficiency
Earth Policy Institute
A US article on the multiple benefits of renewable energy
Energy, Climate Change & EnvironmentPosted: 2008-12-13
Challenges to Globalizing Natural Gas
CFR
A US backgrounder discussing the factors inhibiting the globalization of natural gas
EnergyPosted: 2008-12-13
Producing Liquid Fuels from Coal : Prospects and Policy Issues
Rand Corporation
This 228-page book presents an in-depth review of the prospects of and policy, governance, and environmental issues associated with establishing a CTL industry in the United States.
Energy, Climate Change & EnvironmentPosted: 2008-12-31
Rethinking “Energy Independence”
The Brookings Institution
A 12-page US essay analyzing the concept of energy independence
EnergyPosted: 2009-01-06
Carbon Capture and Storage: The IPPR Perspective
ippr
A UK article considering questions about the technical and economic viability of carbon capture and storage
Climate Change & Environment, EnergyPosted: 2009-01-08
Desert Power: The Economics of Solar Thermal Electricity for Europe, North Africa, and the Middle East
CGD
This 46-page US working paper argues that with only modest subsidies solar power generated in North Africa and the Middle East could meet the needs of 35 million Europeans by 2020.
EnergyPosted: 2009-01-13
Climate Change and Policy Considerations: New Roles for Earth Science
RFF
This 12-page US issue brief describes how earth observations data play a unique and critical role in supporting assessments and policy decisions related to global climate change.
Climate Change & Environment, EnergyPosted: 2009-01-14
Liquid Fuel from Coal
Parliamentary Library - Australia
This Australian paper provides information on production of liquid fuel from coal and its potential as an alternative to petroleum-based transport fuels in Australia. Presented first is information on liquid fuel production from coal including environmental aspects, followed by an overview of the status of the industry worldwide, and future prospects.
EnergyPosted: 2009-01-14
The Case for a Gas Transit Consortium in Ukraine: A Cost-Benefit Analysis
CEPS
A 13-page policy brief arguing for a comprehensive and robust solution to the Russia-Ukraine gas dispute
Energy, European UnionPosted: 2009-02-02
Long-Term Energy Security Risks for Europe: A Sector-Specific Approach
CEPS
This 56-page paper aims to identify and evaluate existing and potential EU energy supply risks on the basis of a sector-specific approach.
Energy, European UnionPosted: 2009-02-03