Purpose – The purpose of the paper is to develop alternative paths to the transition process as a result of alternative models of transition. Design/methodology/approach – A political economy methodology to the transition process results in alternative transition models. As a result five...

The energy sector is regarded as one of the decisive subsystems influencing the future of sustainable development. Consequently, there is a need for a comprehensive transformation of energy generation, conversion and use. The importance of building capacities for energy policy development in...

No one would argue that the economy in the United States has been faltering in recent years; due in part to global factors, and even with stimulus plans offered by the Federal Government, there is increased burden on states to find forms of revenue. More and more, states must compete not only...