1st Edition

Energy and Environmental Outlook for South Asia

Edited By Muhammad Asif Copyright 2021
285 Pages 87 B/W Illustrations
by CRC Press

285 Pages 87 B/W Illustrations
by CRC Press

285 Pages 87 B/W Illustrations
by CRC Press

South Asia constitutes a key geography in the world today considering its large population and related daunting energy and environmental challenges. Many countries in the region are faced with a growing gap between energy demand and local resources, resulting in an increased dependence on imports. According to the International Energy Agency (IEA), the energy demand in South Asia will grow at a... Read more
Introduction. Afghanistan’s Energy and Environmental Scenario. An Overview of the Energy Scenario in Bangladesh: Current Status, Potentials, Challenges and Future Directions. 100% Renewable Energy Strategy: Bhutan’s Energy and Environmental Perspective. Sustainable Energy and Environmental Outlook: an Indian Perspective. Energy and Sustainable Development in the Maldives. Energy Security in the Context of Nepal. Pakistan’s Energy Transformation Pathway and Environmental Sustainability. Energy, Environment and Sustainable Development Futures in Sri Lanka. South Asian Dual Challenges – Energy and Environment. Conclusion.

Biography

Dr Muhammad Asif is Associate Professor at the Glasgow Caledonian University. His research interests include renewable energy, energy management, energy policy, sustainable buildings, life cycle analysis, and sustainable development. He is the author and/or editor of three books and over 100 peer-reviewed research papers, book chapters and reports, and has presented his research at more than 50 international conferences and symposia.