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- Improving Energy Efficiency of the Belarusian Economy: an Economic Agenda
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May 21, 2007 15:19
The paper argues that improving the energy efficiency in the country requires a comprehensive reform of the energy sector, which includes the corporatization of energy companies, introduction of independent regulation, a sufficient tariff reform and – where possible – stimulation of competition through liberalization.
- Guidelines for Renewable Energy Policy in Belarus
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April 22, 2007 19:12
The paper discusses the role that renewable energy sources (RES) can play in a sustainable energy policy in Belarus, and the opportunities and threats that are posed by RES policy.
- Renewable Energy Resources: the Past, Present and Future
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April 22, 2007 19:13
The paper describes some of the existing concepts related to the energy policy of a country and analyzes different renewable energy sources (RES) advantages and limitations. As well, the paper outlines some EU experiences of using and stimulation renewables.
- Reforming energy sector in Kyrgyz Republic.
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May 15, 2007 09:53
This publication is related to the assessment of energy sector reforms in Kyrgyz Republic.
- Russian Leverage on the CIS and the Baltic States
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May 15, 2007 09:54
A new report from FOI aims to identify Russia's foreign policy levers, analyse how they have been used and assess how strong they are in the context of the former Soviet Union. This has been done by assessing five clusters of levers, namely political, human-based, energy, economic and military ones. In doing this, a pattern of how Russia uses its levers emerges.
- Europe: experts say Russia dependable energy supplier, but urge caution
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May 15, 2007 09:54
The article is an analysis of Europe’s future energy situation, in which Russia plays a main role as a supplier. Nevertheless, international experts recommend to look for alternatives.
- Uzbekistan looks to diversify its energy options
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May 15, 2007 09:54
The article discusses the fact that Uzbek authorities are eager to diversify their energy options, but politics is severely limiting their choices.
- Kazakhstan/Turkmenistan: resource-rich Central Asian duo seeks cooperation
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May 15, 2007 09:54
The article describes an initiative on close cooperation between the presidents of Kazakhstan and Turkmenistan, Nursultan Nazarbaev and Gurbanguly Berdymukhammedov.
- Central Asia: SCO Leaders Focus On Energy, Security, Cooperation
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May 15, 2007 09:54
The article presents the outcomes of the SCO sixth meeting held in Bishkek, Kyrgyzstan. The presidents of Russia, China, Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan, and Uzbekistan met to discuss energy, security issues, as well as cooperation between states.
- Aiming to Reduce Russian Role in Caspian, Azerbaijan Builds Economic Ties with Asia
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May 15, 2007 09:54
The article focuses on the April trip of Azerbaijani President Ilham Aliyev to South Korea, which according to the author underscores Aliyev’s intent to exploit the growing oil & gas needs of China, South Korea, Japan and other nations to weaken Russia’s ability to use energy issues as a lever of geopolitical influence.
- Russia’s Central Asia energy strategy experiences a few setbacks
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May 15, 2007 09:54
The article focuses on how Russia has experienced several setbacks in its ongoing efforts to secure its energy dominance in Central Asia. Both Uzbek and Tajik officials have taken steps of late to reduce Russia’s energy position in their respective countries.
- Energy profits provide Kazakhstan with foreign-policy heft
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May 15, 2007 09:54
The author of the article supposes that Kazakhstan is expanding its foreign policy outlook, as energy profits transform the Central Asian state into an increasingly important creditor nation.
- Central Asia: EU takes its case to Astana
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May 15, 2007 09:54
The article deals with German Foreign Minister Frank-Walter Steinmeier who took Europe’s case for stepped-up relations with Central Asia to the Kazakh capital today.
- Nazarbayev reassures Russia on energy cooperation
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May 15, 2007 09:54
This analytical article focuses on a visit to Moscow by Kazakhstani President Nursultan Nazarbayev, where he reaffirmed his country’s commitment to maintaining broad energy ties with Russia. Despite Nazarbayev’s pledge, however, Russian leaders remain concerned that Kazakhstan is trying to stake out a more independent energy position.
- Uzbekistan harbors energy development plans; Russia ready to help
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May 15, 2007 09:54
The article describes assistance to Uzbekistan by Russia in fulfilling ambitious energy development plans, which were agreed at the beginning of 2007.
- Regional energy union: panacea from economic issues in Central Asia?
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May 15, 2007 09:54
The article deals with recently signed memorandum of understanding among Tajikistan, Kyrgyzstan, Afghanistan and Pakistan, which more likely means expansion of cooperation in the sphere of energy between Central and South Asia.
- Sustainability Report 2006 - Promoting sound and sustainable development
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May 15, 2007 09:54
The EBRD Sustainability Report 2006 assesses the Bank’s impact on the people and the environment in the countries where we operate. It also examines our internal performance. This year’s Report has a special focus on sustainable energy, covering the launch of the Sustainable Energy Initiative and an analysis of the Bank’s investments in energy efficiency and renewable energy. The Report also focuses on issues of transparency and accountability. Case studies highlight how the Bank takes account of environmental and social issues when considering new projects.
- Sustainability Report 2005 - Working towards a sustainable future
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May 15, 2007 09:54
The EBRD Sustainability Report 2005 takes an in-depth look at the impact of EBRD activities on the people and the environment in the countries where we operate. It also looks at our internal operations. This year’s report has a special focus on energy, covering the development of the EBRD’s new Energy Policy and the Bank’s activities across the energy sector. It also focuses on issues of transparency and accountability. Case studies dotted throughout the report provide an insight into how the Bank takes account of environmental and social issues when considering whether to finance new projects.
- Energy Efficiency fact cards
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May 15, 2007 09:54
Energy efficiency is a key issue in the Bank’s countries of operations. All these countries exceed the EU average for energy intensity, some use almost seven times as much energy as western Europe per unit of GDP. High energy usage is partly to due to the cold climate and the needs of heavy industry but there is also a legacy of enormous reliance on inefficient Soviet-era energy systems. This set of fact cards show the reality behind the 'burning issue' of energy efficiency in the Bank's countries of operations.
- The energy intensity of transition countries
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May 16, 2007 14:41
This paper decomposes energy data and uses panel data to identify the main factors driving improvements in energy intensity. It shows that energy prices and progress in enterprise restructuring are the two most important drivers for more efficient energy use.
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