This paper surveys the recent literature on the political economy of the formation of international environmental agreements. The survey covers theoretical modelling approaches and empirical studies including experimental work. Central to our survey is the question how the political process...

"This cutting-edge collection examines South America's rich history in the study of global political economy and governance. It engages with current discussions in comparative studies and international political economy, offering new theoretical analysis and critically treated empirical evidence...

Provides an overview of the petroleum industry, its history, and its key players; examines the relationship between oil, finance, and politics; and explores the future of oil as supplies diminish and global warming threatens