Japan, Nuclear Energy, and the TPP
Japan is about to replace its nuclear plants with something just as risky.
Afghanistan’s Energy War
A little-noted energy agenda moving rapidly forward in Afghanistan could exacerbate insecurity and instability, and ensure a prolonged U.S. and foreign military presence.
No Fracking Way
In addition to poisoning our water, homes, and bodies, fracking is eroding the quality of life in rural America.
A New Era for Turkmenistan?
The new government in Turkmenistan has pledged to continue business as usual after next month’s presidential election, a frightening prospect for human rights activists and anyone concerned about the fate of prisoners of conscience.
As U.S. Energy Sources Decline, Russian and Caspian Sea Oil Won’t Solve Supply Problem
Shrinking oil supplies are heightening U.S. interest in making energy investments in the newly independent republics of the Caspian Sea basin, but for now that’s ill-advised.
Globalized Weaponry
U.S. arms export policy was established to protect national security, but has become increasingly focused on commercial interests.