An exploration of Turkey's future role and impact on European energy security, looking at the connection between geopolitics, energy security and the EU's need for energy. The book focuses on Turkey's foreign and energy policies and importance as a natural funnel through which the EU can access hydrocarbons and renewables.

Autorentext
MEHMET EFE BIRESSELIOGLU is Assistant Professor in the Department of International Relations and EU, Izmir University of Economics, Turkey. He is a board member of the Turkish Energy and Climate Change Foundation.

Inhalt
Introduction Geopolitics and Energy Security: The Inevitable Connection Energy Security in the European Union: Challenges and Perspectives Greater Caspian Sea Area: A Major Alternative for European Energy Security? Turkish Foreign and Energy Policy after the Cold War Turkey's Role in European Energy Security Conclusion