In most European countries in the energy sector, a reconsideration of renewable energy priorities is taking place, increasing consumer safety and protecting the environment through the use of renewable energy sources that provide an affordable and guaranteed solution in the medium and long term....

Die deutsche Industrie sah sich bis Mitte 2008 einem erheblichen Kostendruck ausgesetzt, der durch steigende Preise für Rohstoffe ausgelöst war. Besonders die stark gestiegenen Energiepreise mit einem Ölpreisniveau von bis zu 150 Dollar je Barrel sorgten für erhebliche Belastungen....

Influences of agricultural technology on the size and importance of food price variability / Julian M. Alston, William J. Martin, and Philip G. Pardey ; comment: James M. MacDonald -- Corn production shocks in 2012 and beyond : implications for harvest volatility / Steven T. Berry, Michael J....

There has been an increase in food price instability in recent years, with varied consequences for farmers, market participants, and consumers. Before policy makers can design schemes to reduce food price uncertainty or ameliorate its effects, they must first understand the factors that have...