Energy Alternatives for the Transport Sector

The US and the EU Move in Different Directions

Author(s): Heikki Willstedt Mesa
Publisher(s): Elcano Royal Institute of International and Strategic Studies, Madrid, Spain
Date of publication: 22 Nov 2011
Volume number: 2011
Issue number: 155
Pages: 7
Series: Elcano Royal Institute Analyses

Description: This paper analyzes the potential of two alternative energy/technology options: natural gas and electricity. It argues recent developments in some regional natural gas markets, where significant price differentials between oil and gas are developing, could prompt this resource to become an important option for road transport. However, despite the emergence of new electrical vehicles and bold market objectives, the "electrical revolution" seems to be slowing.

General note: © 2011 Elcano Royal Institute of International and Strategic Studies

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