The International Energy Agency (IEA) is a forum for co-ordinating the energy policies of 28 industrialised countries. The IEA addresses all types of energy sources. The Nuclear Energy Agency  (NEA) specialises in nuclear-related issues and brings together 28 OECD Member countries.

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Indonesia In-Depth Policy Review to be released on 21 November 2008

21-Nov-2008

The Republic of Indonesia is the world’s fourth most populous nation and a developing economy in transition. It is now consolidating its democratic government and implementing governance and financial reforms. After the Asian financial crisis of 1997-99, Indonesia’s economy has returned to a strong and stable 5-6% annual growth.

World Energy Outlook 2008 launched

12-Nov-2008

Are world oil and gas supplies under threat? How could a new international accord on stabilising greenhouse-gas emissions affect global energy markets? World Energy Outlook 2008 answers these and other burning questions.

CO2 Emissions from Fuel Combustion, 2008 Edition

12-Nov-2008

In recognition of fundamental changes in the way governments approach energy-related environmental issues, the IEA has prepared this publication on CO2 emissions from fuel combustion. This annual publication was first published in 1997 and has become an essential tool for analysts and policy makers in many international for a such as the Conference of the Parties.

International Energy Agency (IEA) Press Releases

17-Nov-2008

To view all IEA Press Releases, please click on the above link.

OECD Nuclear Energy Agency (NEA) Press Releases

27-Oct-2008

NEA press releases are available on the Agency's main website, www.nea.fr/html/general/press/. Archives are also available.

Poland becomes the 28th Member of the IEA

30-Sep-2008

Poland has become a new member country of the International Energy Agency (IEA). The government in Warsaw completed all necessary steps under its national legislation to accede to the IEA founding document, the Agreement on an International Energy Program (I.E.P. Agreement). With the membership of Poland, the IEA now has 28 member countries.

“Energy, Environment, Climate Change: Unlocking the Potential for Innovation”

16-Sep-2008

Speaking to the Energy Leaders Summit in London today, OECD Secretary-General A. Gurría warned that the cost of ambitious emissions reductions will be higher than previously estimated. He noted, however, that it is still more affordable than the costs and consequences of inaction. He stressed that we need to use the right mix of policies, including putting a price on greenhouse gas emissions and developing new low-carbon technologies.

Economic survey of Canada 2008: Achieving long-term sustainability of the energy sector

11-Jun-2008

Achieving sustainable exploitation of its plentiful energy sources is one of the key challenges Canada will face in the years to come. Indeed, the economy relies considerably on energy based activities whose development has been encouraged by government policies. At the same time, the production and consumption of energy is responsible for the bulk of the country’s greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions.

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Using the most current data and statistics available, the NEO provides projections up to 2050 to consider growth scenarios and potential implications on the future use of nuclear energy.

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