| ID | 109438 |
| Title Proper | European Union and the formation of its initiative in energy minerals |
| Language | ENG |
| Author | Sivek, Martin ; Kavina, Pavel ; Jirasek, Jakub |
| Publication | 2011. |
| Summary / Abstract (Note) | In November 2008, the European Union adopted "The raw materials initiative - meeting our critical needs for growth and jobs in Europe", dealing especially with ensuring the future needs of metallic and non-metallic raw materials for EU member state economies. After years of hesitation, this may undoubtedly be considered a very progressive step. The article lists the most relevant reasons why the EU should promptly proceed to the discussion and preparation of a similar material of higher legal force for energy minerals. Basic problem areas of forming a political platform for the preparation of the EU energy initiative include the exploitation of domestic energy raw material deposits, raw materials diplomacy, and the matter of renewable sources. |
| `In' analytical Note | Energy Policy Vol. 39, No. 9; Sep 2011: p.5535-5540 |
| Journal Source | Energy Policy Vol. 39, No. 9; Sep 2011: p.5535-5540 |
| Key Words | European Union ; Energy Security ; Fuels |