In Search of Arctic Energy July 12, 2012

As ice continues to melt in the Arctic, previously inaccessible and undiscovered resources are becoming available to the world. Driven by ever increasing energy demands, exploration of the Arctic has exploded in recent years. As the competition for these resources has increased, new partnerships and rivalries have begun to emerge at the Northern Pole. To discuss the expansion of Arctic activity, the Wilson Center will host an event focused on understanding the forces driving the increase in exploration; reveal what new techniques and technologies are allowing this unprecedented activity; and examine what nations and corporations that have become invested in the Arctic can do to protect the environment, increase production, and ensure international cooperation.

Charles Emmerson, senior research fellow, Energy, Environment and Development Programme, Chatham House
Zachary Hamilla, principal Arctic analyst, Office of Naval Intelligence
Robert Johnston, director, Eurasia Group

and moderator

Jim Slutz, president and managing director, Global Energy Strategies LLC

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