This Encyclopedia provides a cutting-edge, up-to-date reference source on mineral and energy policies around the world. It offers information on GDP, population, investment scenarios and current environmental regulations in over one hundred thirty countries from 13 geographic regions around the world. It covers topics such as geo-conservation, deep mining technology as well as rare earth, green technology and international organizations that are actively involved in minerals and energy through exploration, arbitration, marketing and investment. Topical entries are presented alphabetically with extensive cross-referencing to ensure user-friendly reading. This Encyclopedia presents the work of more than 20 section editors and more than 100 international experts in the fields of mineral and energy policies. It is designed as a essential resource for researchers, students, libraries, industry, governments, and international organizations and presents a wealth of insights and guidance for corporate planning regarding exploration and financial investments, as well as for venture capitalist and international funding bodies. As such, it provides an indispensable point of reference for future research on mineral and energy policy.

Provides an up-to-date reference source on the subject of mineral and energy policies for 130 countries written by 100 experts.

Europe: Mineral and Energy Policy.- North Africa/Middle East/Sub-Saharan Africa: Mineral Policy.- Russian Group: Mineral and Energy Policy.- China/Japan: Energy Policy.- Australia/Surrounding Countries: Mineral and Energy Policy.- Latin America: Mineral and Energy Policy.- Geoconservation/Geological Heritage.- Coal Policy: General and Specific Technical Aspects.- Primary Raw Materials Production, Mining and Processing.- International Organizations and Energy Policy.- Mining and Environment.