Are the Baltics prepared for an energy conflict with Russia?
Energy & Resources
Waking Up to Climate Change: The Impact of Global Warming on the Coffee Industry
Tina Bouffet discusses the impact of climate change on coffee plantations and economies in the developing world.
A History of Occupation: Canada and the Algonquin Land Claim
Steven Chadwick examines the legality of the Algonquin land claim with reference to both Canadian statute and case law.
The Russian Power Gap
Kyle Chatterson looks at the options the EU has to diversify their dependence on Russian oil supplies as tension in Ukraine increase.
Tension in the South China Sea: Hydrocarbon Reserves and Chinese Expansion
Steven Chadwick discusses Chinese oil dependency and its geopolitical implications for the South China Sea.
Water Privatization – Part 2 of 2
Steven Chadwick discusses the problems associated with privatization as a means by which to deal with water scarcity.
Water Privatization – Part 1 of 2
Public resource or private commodity? Steven Chadwick examines some of the potential benefits of water privatization.
The Effectiveness of NATO Sanctions against Russia
The costs may outweigh the benefits as NATO members impose economic sanctions against the Russian Federation.
Clean Coal No Longer a Myth
Surprisingly, coal may be the answer to the clean energy question.
Ukraine or U.N envoy debacles will not derail nuclear talks
Relations between P5+1 & Iran have not faltered in the face of pressure from lobbyists, Eastern Europe, or a diplomatic impasse at the UN.