This three-volume report identifies and evaluates key geopolitical forces that threaten to disrupt the energy environment and alter established relationships between energy-producer and energy-consumer countries over the next 10-15 years. Drawing on the expertise of members of Congress, senior US policy makers, energy experts, and chief executives from leading energy-related companies, analysis examines political and economic transition in key countries, regional security and competition for control of energy resources, the role of technology, the impact of environmental pressures and policies, and the role of energy in fostering regional political and economic integration. Lacks a subject index. Annotation copyrighted by Book News Inc., Portland, OR.