Risks, Rewards and Regulation of Unconventional Gas

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Risks, Rewards and Regulation of Unconventional Gas

A Global Perspective

Fossil fuel technologies

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Language: English

Published by: Cambridge University Press

Published on: 28th December 2016

Format: LCP-protected ePub

Size: 9 Mb

ISBN: 9781316869734


Introduction

The global energy transition from carbon-intensive to renewable fuels has increasingly demanded a better understanding of the causes and consequences of the rapid development of unconventional oil and gas. Focusing on key countries including the United States, Canada, China, Argentina, the United Kingdom and Australia, this book consists of case studies and in-depth analyses that weigh up the risks and rewards at regional, national and global scales.

Scope and Focus

Explaining how and why unconventional fuels are transforming the global energy landscape, the strengths, weaknesses, opportunities and threats are explored through a political, economic and governance-based perspective.

Regulatory and Social Aspects

Emphasis is placed on how to regulate the industry, encompassing local issues, stakeholder engagement and the social licence to operate.

Standards and Insights

The new baseline studies and standards introduced in this book provide a timely insight into the trade-offs across the social, economic and environmental domains, making this ideal for researchers and policymakers in energy fields, and for graduate students.

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