Energy and the Environment

Energy and the Environment projects analyze the geopolitical, economic, market, and environmental implications of Asia's rapidly growing energy challenges. Through these projects, NBR informs public policy dialogue in the United States and Asia; assists in the development of multilateral solutions for regional energy security, political and economic cooperation, and market solutions; and considers implications of energy and environmental developments in Asia for the United States.

Research within the program focuses on (1) geopolitics of energy security—assessments of Asia's search for energy security in light of territorial and historical conflicts, energy mercantilism, and the geopolitical implications for the region and U.S. interests; (2) energy and economic growth—analysis of energy sector policies and reforms in key Asian countries to encourage economic growth and offset social and political unrest; (3) the competitive landscape—analysis of the growing role and influence of the Asian NOCs and other non-traditional actors on international energy markets; and (4) energy and the environment—assessments of the environmental implications of Asian energy developments, including technological prospects, policy implementation, and international cooperation.