Energy Publications
The Risk and Regulation of Deepwater Offshore Drilling: American and Canadian Perspectives
Mar 14, 2012Issue fourteen more
US-Mexico Cross Border Energy Cooperation: a new era in the Gulf of Mexico
Mar 13, 2012First in his series of Monthly Reports on PEMEX and U.S.-Mexico Energy Cooperation, this article explores the implications of the recently signed Transboundary Hydrocarbons Agreement, which resolves the question of what to do with potential oil reserves along the dividing line between Mexico and the United States in the Gulf of Mexico. Wood sees the agreement as "extremely good news," as it marks the "end of a decades-long process to try to determine oil rights in these two areas, opening the door to exploration and production that offers the prospect of exciting new modes of cooperation between Pemex and private oil companies." more
Securing Development and Peace in the Niger Delta: A Social and Conflict Analysis for Change
Jan 26, 2012Few regions in the world have been as unfortunate as Nigeria’s oil-rich Niger Delta. The delta’s abundant natural wealth stands in stark contrast to its palpable underdevelopment. The oil sector accounts for approximately 95 percent of Nigeria’s export earnings and over 80 percent of federal government revenue, but for nearly two decades the delta has been mired in conflict and violence that threatens human security and the national economy. more
China and the Persian Gulf
Aug 01, 2011This new book examines China’s role in the Persian Gulf, evolving views on China from within the Gulf, and what China’s presence means for the United States. more
Asia's Future: Critical Thinking for a Changing Environment
Jul 07, 2011One important conclusion to be drawn from this analysis is the urgent need for environmental sustainability—for sustainable use, sustainable consumption, sustainable development—in ways that do not enrich current generations at the expense of future ones. more
Hong Kong Conference Report: Part 1 (Chinese)
Jul 07, 2011Through a generous grant from the U.S. Institute of Peace, ECSP organized a forum in Hong Kong to provide opportunities for 65 environmentalists and journalists from the three areas of Greater China to discuss improving the capacity of environmental NGOs and the quality of environmental reporting in the region. Part 1 (Chinese). more
Oiling the Friction: Environmental Conflict Management in the Niger Delta, Nigeria
Jul 07, 2011Drawing on numerous interviews while living and working in the Niger Delta, Okechukwu Ibeanu analyzes the management of conflicts surrounding petroleum production in the region. more
Hong Kong Conference Report: Section 7 (English)
Jul 07, 2011Section 7 reflects on the prospect for environmental cooperation and peacemaking in this and other regions of conflict. more
Best of the Beat: Highlights From the First Year
Jul 07, 2011The New Security Beat, ECSP’s blog, was launched in January 2007 to shed light on some of today’s broader security issues, including water scarcity, environmental degradation, and population growth. The posts below are selected highlights from the first year. more
