The study of how energy affects international relations and conflicts.
Energy security: The measures taken by countries to ensure a reliable supply of energy for domestic consumption and economic development.
Energy cooperation: The agreements and collaborations between countries to ensure stable and secure access to energy resources.
Energy market competition: The pricing strategy and policies of energy providers, and how it affects the market.
Energy globalization: The phenomenon of energy resources being sourced and sold across the world, leading to issues such as transportation, finance and geopolitical tensions.
Energy diplomacy: The use of diplomatic channels and negotiations to address energy issues between countries.
Energy policy: The strategies, plans and regulations implemented by governments to ensure energy security and sustainability.
Energy infrastructure: The physical systems comprising production, transportation, and distribution of energy resources.
Energy subsidies: The monetary support provided by governments to certain energy sectors to make them more affordable to consumers.
Energy transitions: The shift towards alternative, renewable energy sources to reduce dependence on fossil fuels and address environmental concerns.
Energy relations: The study of the interactions between countries regarding energy resources, and how it can impact socio-economic and political relations.
Resource Nationalism: A policy where a country seeks to maximize revenue through the state control of resources.
Energy Security: A condition of having reliable and affordable access to enough energy to meet the needs of a country or region.
Energy Transit: The transportation of energy through a country or region, maintaining energy security and managing geopolitical tensions between countries.
Sanctions: An economic or legal policy imposed by one country on another to restrict its access to energy resources, putting pressure on that country to comply with certain demands or objectives.
Market Liberalization: A policy that promotes free trade, open competition, and market-oriented reforms in the energy sector.
Energy Efficiency: A policy that encourages energy conservation and the more efficient use of energy resources.
Renewable Energy: A policy that promotes the development and use of cleaner and sustainable sources of energy.
War and Conflict: Wars and conflicts can arise due to competition for control over energy resources, transit routes, or political influence over energy suppliers and consumers.
Pipeline Diplomacy: A policy where countries use their infrastructures to secure access to energy from other countries or to exert their influence over energy suppliers and consumers.
Energy Diplomacy: A policy where governments use energy resources as a tool of diplomacy to strengthen alliances, resolve conflicts, promote their interests, or exert pressure on other countries.