Energy
Energy
FSI researchers examine the role of energy sources from regulatory, economic and societal angles. The Program on Energy and Sustainable Development (PESD) investigates how the production and consumption of energy affect human welfare and environmental quality. Professors assess natural gas and coal markets, as well as the smart energy grid and how to create effective climate policy in an imperfect world. This includes how state-owned enterprises – like oil companies – affect energy markets around the world. Regulatory barriers are examined for understanding obstacles to lowering carbon in energy services. Realistic cap and trade policies in California are studied, as is the creation of a giant coal market in China.
Scholarly Publications
Energy Efficiency in the Japanese Transport Sector
December 2013
Phillip Y. Lipscy and Lee Schipper examine energy efficiency in the Japanese transportation sector since the 1970s.
The Fukushima Disaster and Japan's Nuclear Plant Vulnerability in Comparative Perspective
May 2013
We consider the vulnerability of nuclear power plants to a disaster like the one that occurred at Fukushima Daiichi.
The Fukushima Nuclear Disaster and the DPJ: Leadership, Structures, and Information Challenges During the Crisis
April 2013
The Fukushima nuclear disaster was a critical juncture in the world’s relationship with nuclear energy, as well as Japan’s postwar political economy, society, and national psyche.
Other Publications
A Silk Road for the Twenty-First Century?
November 2016
In an analysis piece for CSIS, Shorenstein APARC Distinguished Fellow Thomas Fingar examines the geopolitical, economic and developmental considerations of Xi Jinping's call for China and the...
Shorenstein APARC Center Overview 2013-2014
November 2014
Shorenstein APARC's center overviews provide detailed information about Shorenstein APARC's mission, history, faculty, financial support, organizational structure, projects, and programs.
New Channels Dialogue 2014 Final Report
April 2014
In the inaugural year, the Stanford-Sasakawa Peace Foundation New Channels Dialogue focused on energy issues.
News
APARC Says Farewell to 2017-2018 Corporate Affiliate Visiting Fellows
June 2018
On May 24, Shorenstein APARC hosted the final three research presentations by this year’s Corporate Affiliate Visiting Fellows.
New Publication Addresses Challenges ASEAN Faces at 50
January 2018
In October 2017, twenty-two scholars from eight countries attended a workshop titled “ASEAN @ 50, Southeast Asia @ Risk: What should be done?” The workshop was designed to facilitate a frank and...
Call for applications: 2018-19 Postdoctoral fellowship in contemporary Asia
September 2017
The Shorenstein Asia-Pacific Research Center (APARC) at Stanford is now accepting applications for the Shorenstein Postdoctoral Fellowship in Contemporary Asia, an opportunity made available to two...
Events
Stanford Conference on "The Political Economy of Japan under the Abe Government"
January 22, 2018
Stanford Conference on "The Political Economy of Japan under the Abe Government"February 8 - February 9, 2018Philippines Conference RoomSponsored by: Japan Society for Promotion of Science, Freeman...
U.S. POLICY TOWARD ASIA UNDER A TRUMP ADMINISTRATION: A LOOK AHEAD
November 15, 2016
Due to an overwhelming response, we have reached venue capacity and are no longer accepting RSVPs. On November 8, the American electorate chose Donald Trump as their next President. Mr.
US Economic and Foreign Policy under the New Administration
November 14, 2016
Tokyo Foundation - Shorenstein APARC Joint Symposium RSVP required: send name & affiliation with the subject line “TF-APARC Symposium” to info@tkfd.or.jp On November 8, Americans will go to the...
Projects
Understanding Muslim Minorities in Asia - The Inter-relationship of Socio-economic Status, Identity, and Politics
The objective of this seminar series is to explain the forces and factors behind the persistent decline in the social, political, and economic status of many Muslim minorities in Asia—including in...
English
From Crisis to Opportunity: Japan's Post 3-11 Disaster Experience and Energy Reform
After Japan was hit with the triple disaster of the magnitude 9.0 earthquake, tsunami, and nuclear disaster on March 11, 2011, a variety of urgent policy and economic issues came to the fore....
English
Stanford Kyoto Trans-Asian Dialogue
Although separated by the vast expanse of the Pacific Ocean, historical, economic, and political ties connect Asia, Oceania, and the United States. The Walter H.
English
Multimedia
One Year After Japan’s 3/11 Disaster: Reforming Japan’s Energy Sector, Governance, and Economy
August 2016
Videos and presentations from the conference "One Year After Japan’s 3/11 Disaster: Reforming Japan’s Energy Sector, Governance, and Economy" on Feb. 27, 2012.
The United Nations at 70: A Conversation with Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon
June 2015
Video from the event "The United Nations at 70: A Conversation with Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon" moderated by Ambassador Kathleen Stephens. The event was co-sponsored by the Walter H.
One Year After Japan’s 3/11 Disaster: Reforming Japan’s Energy Sector, Governance, and Economy
February 2012
In the year following Japan’s 3/11 triple disaster of the Tohoku earthquake, tsunami, and Fukushima nuclear incident, fundamental issues in Japan’s political economy are being debated.
People
Takanori Tomozawa Global Affiliate Visiting Fellow, 2018-19, Ministry of Economy, Trade & Industry - Japan 