Participants in a 1979 Aspen Institute workshop held in Egypt discuss the impact of rising energy prices and dwindling world supplies on the economic and technological growth of oil importing developing nations

This book discusses aspects of policy and techno-economic analysis of renewable energy in developing countries. Renewable energy technologies have been one of the most important strategies in addressing sustainable energy development and climate change. The roles of renewable energy in developing countries are vital, which include the accessibility of modern energy services in rural areas, climate change mitigation, energy security, green job creation and eventually improvement of quality of life. Part I of this book focuses on policy and strategy, while Part II focuses on technology development and feasibility. Chapters are contributed by leading experts from the ASEAN Center of Energy, government agencies, industries, and universities from five developing countries, including Malaysia, Indonesia, Vietnam, Brunei Darussalam and Bangladesh.

Over the next several decades, as human populations grow, the demand for energy will soar. But renewable energy sources have a large energy sprawl--the amount of land needed to produce energy--which can threaten biodiversity. In Energy Sprawl Solutions, scientists Joseph M. Kiesecker and David Naugle provide a roadmap for preserving biodiversity despite the threats of energy sprawl. Their strategy--development by design--identifies and sets aside land where biodiversity can thrive while consolidating development in areas with lower biodiversity value. This contributed volume features case studies from countries around the world, each describing a different energy sector and the way they have successfully maximized biodiversity protection. This book provides a needed guide for elected officials, industry representatives, NGOs and community groups who have a stake in sustainable energy-development planning.

Studies about the key factors that have contributed to the historical increases in energy consumption in theeight major developing countries and evaluates the changes likely to occur in the future.

Monograph on energy policies for developing countries - discusses power demand, power consumption and the world energy crisis, non renewable and renewable energy sources, and suggests energy conservation, increasing domestic power supply (incl. Petroleum, coal, gas and fuels), and improving energy efficiency and international cooperation for long term energy transition. Diagrams, graph, maps, references and statistical tables.