The oil depletion protocol : a plan to avert oil wars, terrorism and economic collapse

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Title:

Author:

Heinberg, Richard.

ISBN:

9780865715639

Personal Author:

Heinberg, Richard.

Publication Information:

Gabriola Island, BC : New Society Publishers, c2006.

Physical Description:

xii, 194 p. : ill. ; 23 cm.

Contents:

1. The challenge of peak oil -- 2. Without the protocol : a century of chaos? -- 3. A plan -- 4. Dealing with diminishing oil : options and strategies -- 5. Discussion of the protocol : questions and objections -- 6. How can the protocol be adopted? -- App. 1. The oil depletion protocol / Colin J. Campbell.

Abstract:

"The Oil Depletion Protocol describes a unique accord whereby nations would voluntarily reduce their oil production and oil imports according to a consistent, sensible formula. This would enable the task of energy transition to be planned and supported over the long term, providing a context of stable energy prices and peaceful cooperation. The Protocol will be presented at international gatherings, initiating the process of country-by-country negotiation and adoption, and mobilizing public support."--BOOK JACKET.

Subject Term:

Petroleum industry and trade -- Political aspects.

Petroleum reserves -- Political aspects.

Renewable energy sources.

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Summary

Since oil is the primary fuel of global industrial civilization, its imminent depletion is a problem that will have a profound impact on every aspect of modern life. With-out international agreement on how to manage the decline of this vital resource, the world faces unprecedented risk of conflict and collapse.

The Oil Depletion Protocol describes a unique accord whereby nations would voluntarily reduce their oil production and oil imports according to a consistent, sen-sible formula. This would enable energy transition to be planned and supported over the long term, providing a context of stable energy prices and peaceful cooperation. The protocol will be presented at international gatherings, initiating the process of country-by-country negotiation and adoption and mobilizing public support. To this end, this book:

* Provides an overview of the data concerning Peak Oil and its timing
* Briefly explains the protocol and its implications for the reader and for
decision-makers in government and industry around the world
* Deals with frequently asked questions and objections
* Looks forward to how the protocol can be adopted and how municipalities and ordinary citizens can facilitate the process

Timely and critically important, The Oil Depletion Protocol is a must-read for policymakers and for all who seek to avert a Peak Oil collapse.