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An original contribution to our understanding of a phenomenon that is reshaping the world, this title thoroughly discusses the transformation of the energy security policy arena brought on by two dramatic developments - the increased potential availability of energy in many parts of the world on the supply side, and on the demand side increasing concerns over the harmful effects on the environment brought on by the use of fossil fuels. An in depth discussion specifically focuses on what energy security means to different countries, and examines which of those countries appear to be managing their energy/climate transitions successfully and which are having a more difficult time adapting to the new environment.
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Part 1 introduces the topic, covering the main themes and provides an overview of the chapters
Part 2 provides a framework for policy evaluation, considering the evolving factors affecting energy security and the energy/climate policy trilemma
Parts 3 to 6 discuss energy transitions in the carbon producing countries (Saudi Arabia, Canada, Iran, Russia, Mexico), in intermediate carbon/producing/consuming countries (China, United States, UK, Brazil, Argentina, South Africa), in carbon consuming countries (Germany, Japan, South Korea, Israel, India, Spain) and finally in carbon reduction countries (France, Denmark, Switzerland)
Part 7 looks at attempts at regional/international cooperation
Part 8 considers the prospects for the future, examining technological breakthroughs.
This title builds on the theme of unfolding energy transformations driven by, but increasingly constrained by climate/environmental considerations. It is ideal for researchers and students in the areas of environmental politics and policy, climate change, and energy and climate security, as well as for academics and professionals.
List of contents
The Routledge Handbook of Transitions to Energy and Climate SecurityI IntroductionChapter 1 Overview and Main Themes II Framework for Policy EvaluationCh. 2 Evolving Factors Affecting Energy SecurityCh. 3 Climate Security ImperativeCh. 4 Energy Security and Climate Policy: Two Sides of the Same CoinCh 5 Frameworks for Regional Cooperation: The EUIII Energy Transitions in the Carbon Producing CountriesCh.6 Saudi Arabia Ch. 7 Canada Ch. 8 Russia Ch. 9 Mexico Chapter 10 South Africa IV Energy Transitions in the Intermediate Carbon/Producing/Consuming Countries Ch. 11 China Ch.12 United States Ch. 13 UK Ch. 14 Brazil Ch. 15 Indonesia Ch 16 Egypt V Energy Transitions in the Carbon Consuming CountriesCh 17 Japan Ch 18 Thailand Ch 19 Pakistan Ch 20 India Ch 21 Jordan Ch. 22 Turkey Chapter 23 Italy VI Energy Transitions in Carbon Reduction CountriesCh 24 France Ch 25 Denmark Ch 26 Germany Chapter 27, Central America and the Caribbean VII Global IssuesCh. 28 Regional Cooperative Efforts in the MENA Chapter 29 International Cooperative Efforts
About the author
The Editor, Professor
Robert E. Looney, is a Distinguished Professor at the Naval Postgraduate School, Monterey, California, who specializes in issues relating to economic development in the Middle East, East Asia, South Asia and Latin America. He has published 22 books and more than 250 articles in professional journals. As an international consultant, Dr Looney has provided advice and assistance to various governments and international organizations. He is the editor of Routledge's new series,
Europa Perspectives: Emerging Economies.
Summary
A study in the transformation of the energy security policy arena brought on by two developments – the increased availability of energy in many parts of the world and increasing concerns over the harmful effects of fossil fuels on the environment.
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"Professor Looney has compiled a volume that is sure to become a classic for policymakers on the options for transitioning to an era of energy security, affordable prices, and environmental preservation. While the country chapters afford best policies and roadmaps for every category of country, Professor Looney’s synthesis is their beacon." Hossein Askari, Iran Professor, George Washington University
"Climate change is a game changer in the global energy landscape. Energy policies have moved beyond the binary focus on supply security in consumer nations and demand security in producer states. Transitioning away from carbon fuels will be necessary, yet challenging while they are relatively abundant in the wake of the shale boom. There will be great variations between countries depending on their resource endowments, energy mixes, fiscal abilities and policy preferences. This Handbook offers invaluable theoretical insights and case studies to better understand the dialectic between climate and energy, a dialectic that will play a pivotal role in 21st century societies." Eckart Woertz, Senior Research Fellow, CIDOB (Barcelona Centre for International Affairs)
