Energy is necessary to help economies grow and countries develop. In developing countries, poverty will not be reduced without greater use of modern forms of energy. Likewise, without the fuels that power cars, trains, planes, and without electricity, light, and heating, life in wealthy countries would be considerably less productive and comfortable. Explore the links on this page to learn about various sources of energy, energy use in rural areas, and the linkages between energy and environment.
Energy
This is a comprehensive site that discusses energy, energy markets, rural energy, mining, oil, gas, and more. Explore the whole site or access specific issues that interest you by using the links provided below.
Hydropower
Oil and gas
Environmental Management for Power Development
Check out this web site to find out about the relationships between energy and the environment. This site is the product of a collaborative
program of international organizations coordinated by the World Bank to help developing countries figure out the best ways to develop
their power systems without destroying the environment.
Energy & Environment Strategy of the World Bank
Check out this web page to see how the World Bank deals with often conflicting concerns about energy needs and the environment. For more detailed information on the Bank's evolving energy and environment strategy, read the strategic paper, Fuel for Thought, located at the bottom of this page.
Explore these pages from World Development Indicators, 1999 to find data
on energy for over 140 of the world's countries. To view these pages you will need Adobe Acrobat Reader. If you do not have it, you may
download it here for free.
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Tackling the Issues
Energy issues are closely associated with other development issues. Explore the connections between energy and
Climate Change,
Sustainable Development,
Natural Resources,
Pollution, and
International Trade, and others.
Privatesector. Viewpoint Notes on Energy
This journal of policy briefs and case studies deals with privatization, regulation, and finance in emerging markets. Visit this web site for links to a number of articles on energy issues.
World Bank Energy Publications List
Visit this web page for a comprehensive list of publications dealing with energy issues. Browse the page and check out the articles that are of interest to you.
