Geopolitics and Energy Transition 2


From One Continent to Another, Contrasting Situations

Geopolitics and Energy Transition 2

Jean-Pierre Favennec, Paris Dauphine University, France.


ISBN : 9781786308092

Publication Date : October 2024

Hardcover 230 pp

165.00 USD

Co-publisher

Description


The energy sector is undergoing unprecedented change. Twenty years ago, the main concern was having enough oil and gas, whereas today, political leaders are faced with the need to reduce the CO2 emissions produced by still-dominant fossil fuels, without being able to totally rely on renewable energies, which are intermittent and whose share in energy production remains low.

Geopolitics and Energy Transition 2 examines the energy sector and the state of energy transition continent by continent. North America is rich in resources, while the situation is mixed in South America. Europe advocates transition but remains dependent on imported fossil fuels. The CIS has enormous resources at its disposal and uses them as political weapons. Access to energy is a priority for Africa. Asia is faced with growing energy needs and pollution, which should accelerate energy transition. The Middle East, a champion of hydrocarbons, is launching into solar energy.

Contents


1. The North American Continent.
2. The South American Continent.
3. Europe.
4. The Commonwealth of Independent States.
5. Africa.
6. Asia–Pacific.
7. The Middle East.

About the authors/editors


Jean-Pierre Favennec is a professor at Paris Dauphine University, France, as well as a consultant and energy specialist. He has published several books and articles on energy economics and geopolitics.