Decarbonisation and the Energy Industry - Law, Policy and Regulation in Low-Carbon Energy Markets (Hardcover)

This timely collection of essays examines the legal and regulatory dynamics of energy transitions in the context of emerging trends towards decarbonisation and low-carbon energy solutions. The book explores this topic by considering the applicable energy law and policy frameworks in both: (i) highly industrialised and major economies such as the US, EU, China and Australia; (ii) resource-rich developing countries such as Nigeria and regions like Southern Africa. Comprising 16 chapters, the book delves into the tradeoffs and regulatory complexities of carbon-constraints in conventional energy supply systems, while maintaining a reliable and secure energy system that is equally sustainable (ie decarbonised). It highlights the importance of ensuring affordable access to energy services in developing economies as the energy transitions unfold and explores the potentials of emerging technologies such as hydrogen networks, power-to-gas and Carbon Capture and Storage. Additionally, the book also considers the international investment law implications of energy decarbonisation. Focusing on the nexus between law, regulation and institutions, it adopts a contextual approach to examine how and to what extent institutions can effectively facilitate more reliable, sustainable and secure energy supply systems in the twenty-first century. This book portrays the conventional hydrocarbon-based energy supply industry in a largely international and interconnected context. It highlights the costs, benefits and losses that may arise as the transition towards decarbonisation unfolds depending on the pathways and solutions adopted. With chapters written by leading experts in energy law and policy, the reader-friendly style and engaging discussions will benefit an international audience of policymakers, academics, students and advisers looking for a more incisive understanding of the issues involved in energy transitions and the decarbonisation of energy systems.

General

Imprint:	Hart Publishing
Country of origin:	United Kingdom
Series:	Global Energy Law and Policy
Release date:	November 2020
Editors:	Tade Oyewunmi • Penelope Crossley • Frederic Gilles Sourgens • Kim Talus
Dimensions:	234 x 156 x 33mm (L x W x T)
Format:	Hardcover
Pages:	448
ISBN-13:	978-1-5099-3290-0
Categories:	Books > Law > Jurisprudence & general issues > Comparative law Books > Law > International law > Public international law > International environmental law Books > Law > Laws of other jurisdictions & general law > Financial, taxation, commercial, industrial law > Energy & natural resources law
LSN:	1-5099-3290-9
Barcode:	9781509932900

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