Renewable Energy Resources in ASEAN

This study looks at alternatives to oil in the aftermath of the oil crisis in 1973/74 and the oil price rise in 1979. Besides supply-oriented approaches, which encourage the identification and exploration of domestic energy resources, a wide range of actions for energy demand management became necessary. The study also discusses the potential and utilization of renewable energy resources perticularly solar, wind and geothermal energy as well as hydropower, biomass and biogas.

From China to Facebookistan, the Internet has transformed global commerce. A cyber-law expert argues that we must free Internet trade while simultaneously protecting consumers.

On the ancient Silk Road, treasure-laden caravans made their arduous way through deserts and mountain passes, establishing trade between Asia and the civilizations of Europe and the Mediterranean. Today’s electronic Silk Roads ferry information across continents, enabling individuals and corporations anywhere to provide or receive services without obtaining a visa. But the legal infrastructure for such trade is yet rudimentary and uncertain. If an event in cyberspace occurs at once everywhere and nowhere, what law applies? How can consumers be protected when engaging with companies across the world?

In this accessible book, cyber-law expert Anupam Chander provides the first thorough discussion of the law that relates to global Internet commerce. Addressing up-to-the-minute examples, such as Google’s struggles with China, the Pirate Bay’s skirmishes with Hollywood, and the outsourcing of services to India, the author insightfully analyzes the difficulties of regulating Internet trade. Chander then lays out a framework for future policies, showing how countries can dismantle barriers while still protecting consumer interests.

CONTENTS LIST OF TABLES I. INTRODUCTION II. RENEWABLE ENERGY RESOURCES III .THE ENERGY SITUATION IN ASEAN IV. POTENTIAL AND UTILIZATION OF RENEWABLE ENERGY RESOURCES IN ASEAN V. ENERGY PLANS AND PROGRAMMES VI. CONCLUSION VII. ASEAN ENERGY CO-OPERATION