The Geopolitics of Energy: How oil and Gas Shape Diplomacy
Throughout decades, energy has played a central role in global diplomacy, impacting alliances, wars, and economic policies. As states attempt to guarantee steady energy...
South Africa’s G20 Presidency for 2025: A Catalyst for Energy Investment in Africa
South Africa can leverage its G20 presidency to advocate for increased energy financing and facilitate greater coordination and investment in key African markets, presenting...
China’s Megadam: A Hydropower Giant Amid Ecological and Geopolitical Challenges
On January 6, 2025, the People's Republic of China reaffirmed its intention to construct the world's biggest dam on the Brahmaputra River. China issued...
Balancing Energy Security and Sustainability: ‘Drill, Baby, Drill’ Strategy and Its Global Impacts
The "Drill, baby, drill" slogan encapsulates a call for expanding domestic oil and gas production to achieve energy independence, economic growth, and reduced reliance...
Securing India’s Maritime Energy Routes: Challenges and Strategic Responses
In 2025, India will chair two significant regional forums—the Indian Ocean Naval Symposium (IONS) and the Indian Ocean Rim Association (IORA)—and will host the...
Australia’s Nuclear Plan Debate: Solution or Controversy?
In the lead-up to Australia’s federal election, the Coalition Party, led by Peter Dutton, has unveiled a plan to adopt nuclear energy as a...
Redefining Energy Diplomacy: Pakistan’s Struggle Amidst Geopolitical Complexities
The Iran-Pakistan gas pipeline project, an ambitious project to address Pakistan’s energy deficit, continues to face geopolitical hurdles and economic constraints. Conceived decades ago,...
Cause and Effect: Economic Transition and Implications for the Energy Mix
With this book, Yannis Bassias concludes a seven-year period of continuous presence in Greece, during which he delved into the energy issues of Europe...
Why Batteries and Nuclear Matter in the Future Energy Landscape
Authors: Dr. Yannis Bassias and Dr. Yannis Kampouris*
On the Road to Decarbonization
The decarbonization of the economy remains an important goal, particularly for the Western...
Challenging transition from fossil fuel to renewable energy in theUnited States
The United States is confronted with difficulties in decreasing greenhouse gas emissions and shifting towards renewable energy sources, all while managing the competing interests...