Energy for tomorrow's world: the realities, the real options and the agenda for achievement

The key energy issues to 2020 have been identified and partial solutions have been offered for them. Like many projects it may have its weak points - it may possibly have underestimated developing countries requirements: the assumption that oil and gas reserves will come under pressure early next century inducing price rises, may or may not materialize; and the lack of more specific messages as an agenda achievement may be seen by some as deficiencies. The main priorities have been identified and required action for global energy development is given. (author)