This book discusses the economic, political, and environmental issues surrounding the international exploration and exploitation of conventional and unconventional natural gas. Shale gas development in recent years has changed the energy discussion in the US as existing reserves of natural gas...

This book explores the economic challenges involved in managing hydrocarbon wealth in the Caspian region, and looks at how to design an optimal energy policy. The book draws on the Author's experience in dealing with the governments of the region, and her knowledge of the role of major companies...

This book examines the economics and related impacts of unconventional shale gas development. While focusing on the Marcellus and Utica Shales in the Mid-Atlantic region, additional insights from other regions are included to provide a broader view of these issues. Shale gas development in...

pt. 1. Turning oil and gas wealth into sustainable and equitable development -- pt. 2. Entrenching transparency and stakeholder engagement -- pt. 3. Effective management of the oil and gas sector -- pt. 4. Safeguarding security and the environment -- pt. 5. Country-specific models and lessons...