Climate, hydrocarbons, sanctions : perspectives on the Russian Arctic / Arild Moe (research professor), and Anna Korppoo (research professor, Fridtjof Nansen Institute, Norway).

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

Moe, Arild, author.

Korppoo, Anna, author.

Contributor:

Edward Elgar Publishing, publisher.

Language:

English

Subjects (All):

Russia (Federation)--Economic conditions.

Russia (Federation).

Arctic regions--Economic conditions.

Arctic regions.

Energy policy.

Genre:

Electronic books.

Physical Description:

1 online resource (154 pages)

Place of Publication:

Northampton : Edward Elgar Publishing, 2026.

Summary:

"This timely book addresses the impact of global energy trends and rapid climate change on the Arctic's increasing role in Russia's hydrocarbon-based economy in the new geopolitical landscape. Arild Moe and Anna Korppoo utilise new data to provide a comprehensive understanding of the strengths and weaknesses of Russia's Arctic development strategy and its economic underpinning, with its emphasis on hydrocarbon extraction and exports. Chapters analyse the potential developments that may impact Russia's future activities in the Arctic. Key topics include scientific progress, the role of climate policy and public concerns, the economic foundation of mega-projects in the Arctic, and the repercussions of sanctions after Russia's invasion of Ukraine. Moe and Korppoo offer key insights, arguing that geopolitics and the energy transition away from fossil fuels will be pressures Russia must eventually confront. Climate, Hydrocarbons, Sanctions is a valuable resource for scholars and students of Russian politics, the environment, and politics and public policy more broadly. It is also beneficial for analysts working in the oil and gas industry and foreign policy, alongside diplomats looking to better understand the Russian economy"-- Provided by publisher.

Contents:

Contents: Introduction to climate, hydrocarbons, sanctions

Part I: Climate

Introduction to Part I: Climate

1. Russian climate science: Increasingly but not fully consolidated

2. Russian climate policy avoids mitigation and fails on adaptation

3. Societal perceptions: Lack of concern about the impacts of climate change

Part II: Hydrocarbons and sanctions

Introduction to Part II: Hydrocarbons and sanctions

4. Hydrocarbons in the Russian Arctic: Ambitions and realities

5. War and sanctions: A blow to Arctic oil and gas?

6. Medium-term outlook: Narrowing options

Part III: Conclusions

7. Preparing for the future?

References.

Notes:

Includes bibliographical references.

Description based on print record.

ISBN:

9781035355518 (e-book)

Access Restriction:

Restricted for use by site license.