1st Edition
Handbook of Transitions to Energy and Climate Security
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.
- 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.
Contents
Foreword – Giacomo Luciani
Preface
The Editor and Contributors
Abbreviations
Part I
The Policy Setting
1. Introduction
Robert E. Looney
2. Evolving Factors Affecting Energy Security
Marcus D. King
3. The Climate and Security Imperative
Francesco Femia and Caitlin Werrell
4. Climate Change and Energy Security Policies: Are They Really Two Sides of the Same Coin?
Peter R. Hartley
5. Renewable Energy in the MENA: Why did the Desertec Approach Fail?
Luigi Carafa and Gonzalo Escribano
6. Frameworks for Regional Co-operation: The EU
Benjamin Görlach, Matthias Duwe and Nick Evans
7. Regional Co-ordination in Energy Systems and its Impact on Energy Security
Julia Nesheiwat
Part II
Energy Transitions in the Carbon Producing Countries
8. In the Furnace: Saudi Arabia and the Dynamics of Global Climate Change
James A. Russell
9. Energy, Climate and Economic Security, and Canada’s Road From Oil Exporter to Deep Decarbonization
Chris Bataille
10. Energy Transitions in Carbon-Producing Countries: Russia
Jack D. Sharples
11. Energy and Climate Transitions in Mexico – The Emergence of a `Politica ambiental de estado’
Duncan Wood
12. South Africa’s Pragmatic Transition
Robert E. Looney
Part III
Energy Transitions in the Intermediate Carbon Producing/Consuming Countries
13. The Politics behind the Three ‘E’s in China: Economic Growth, Energy Security and Environmental Protection
Xu Yi-chong
14. The USA’s Energy and Climate Transition: Partial Success without a Plan
Robert E. Looney
15. The Great British Energy Transition?
Caroline Kuzemko
16. Energy Transitions and Climate Security in Brazil
Fabio Farinosi
17. Indonesia’s Energy Trilemma
Peter Maslanka
18. Egypt: The Challenge of Squaring the Energy–Environment–Growth Triangle
Robert Springborg
Part IV
Energy Transitions in the Carbon Consuming Countries
19. Japan’s Energy Security: Challenges, Prospects and Global Implications
Julia Nesheiwat
20. Transitions to Energy and Climate Security in Thailand
Adam Simpson and Mattijs Smits
21. Managing Energy and Climate Policy Challenges in Pakistan: Modest Progress, Major Problems
Michael Kugelman
22. Energy Transition in a Carbon Consuming Country: India
Lydia Powell
23. Jordan’s Response to Acute Energy Insecurity: Searching for a Winning Combination
John Calabrese
24. Analyzing Turkey’s Energy Transition: Challenges and Opportunities
Mehmet Efe Biresselioglu
Part V
Energy Transitions in the Carbon Reduction Countries
25. France and the Energy Trilemma: How the Fifth Republic Has Sought to Balance Energy Security, Affordability and Environmental Sustainability
John S. Duffield
26. Struggles in Denmark’s Transition towards a Low Carbon Future: Shifts in the Energy Technology Assemblage
Peter Karnøe and Jens Stissing Jensen
27. Twins of 1713 – Energy Security and Sustainability in Germany
R. Andreas Kraemer
28. Energy Transitions and Climate Security in Italy
Morena Skalamera and Fabio Farinosi
29. Energy Transitions in the Caribbean and Central America
Robert E. Looney
Appendix A
Index
Biography
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.
"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)
