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Energy, Environment and Development

The Energy, Environment and Development Programme, led by Bernice Lee, conducts high-level research on critical issues of energy security, environment and resource governance. 

Latest from the Programme:

 

IranOil Embargo
It is unlikely that Iran would accept an EU embargo without retaliation, says Paul Stevens in this new paper which warns that an oil embargo alone cannot succeed in pressuring Iran.
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ReportHigh-impact, Low-probability Events
Governments and businesses are insufficiently prepared to manage high-probability, low-impact crises and shoulder their economic and humanitarian consequences.
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Oil in Saudi ArabiaEnergy Crisis in Saudi Arabia
Domestic energy demand growth in Saudi Arabia is cause for international concern, says this report. If it continues at the current rate, it could jeopardize the country's ability to stabilize world oil markets. Read.

Coal: The Forgotten Fuel
This report, by Antony Froggatt, highlights the importance of coal to the EU and suggests how the financial community in Europe can address sustainable energy security.
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Low Carbon Growth

Climate Change and Climate Security

Rethinking Energy Policy and Security 

Resources, Politics and Global Trends

Forestry and Fisheries Management

Food, Agriculture and Supply-chain Management

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